JP2021016684A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To cause performance control means to recognize the current set value regardless of the type of selectable set value without putting pressure on the capacity of game control means.SOLUTION: A game machine capable of setting any of a plurality of types of set values having different degrees of advantage for a player includes: game control means for controlling the progress of a game and transmitting a command according to the progress of the game; and performance control means for controlling execution of a performance, on the basis of the command transmitted from the game control means. On the basis of continuous set values corresponding to the plurality of types of set values, the game control means controls the progress of the game and transmits a first command capable of specifying the number of types of setting values and a second command capable of specifying the value corresponding to the set value. On the basis of the first command and the first command, the performance control means specifies the set value.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 12-6

Description

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

It can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values having different advantages to the player, and is transmitted from the game control means and the game control means that controls the progress of the game and transmits a command according to the progress of the game. A gaming machine has been proposed which includes an effect control means for controlling the execution of an effect based on a command and can execute a suggestion effect suggesting a set value in which the effect control means is set (for example, Patent Document). 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-200902

It is required that a common effect control means can be used in a plurality of types of gaming machines having different types of selectable set values. For that purpose, it is necessary to have a command system that allows the effect control means to recognize the current set value that has been set regardless of the type of set value that can be selected. However, due to such a command system, the process for the game control means to specify the current set value becomes complicated, and the capacity of the game control means may be squeezed. ..

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and it is possible to make the effect control means recognize the current set value regardless of the type of set value that can be selected without squeezing the capacity of the game control means. The purpose is to provide a game machine that can be played.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention can perform variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot gaming state), and the advantage to the player is different. A gaming machine that can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values having different jackpot winning probabilities) and controls the progress of the game. A game control means that transmits commands according to the progress of the game (for example, CPU 103 of the main board 11 that controls the progress of the game and transmits an effect control command according to the progress of the game), and the game control means. An effect control means that controls the execution of the effect based on the command transmitted from (for example, the effect control CPU 120 of the effect control board 12 that controls the execution of the effect based on the effect control command transmitted from the CPU 103, etc. ), A display means provided on the same board as the game control means (for example, a display monitor 21TM029 provided on the same main board 11 as the CPU 103), and the game control means has a plurality of types of set values. The progress of the game is controlled based on the corresponding and continuous values (for example, the CPU 103 controls the progress of the game based on the continuous values corresponding to a plurality of types of selectable set values). , A first command that can specify the number of types of the set value and a second command that can specify the value corresponding to the set value (for example, the CPU 103 has a selectable setting value). (Send a selectable setting command that can specify the number of types and a setting command that can specify the value corresponding to the set value, etc.), and it corresponds to multiple types of setting values and is continuous. A value different from the value can be displayed on the display means (the CPU 103 causes the display monitor 21TM029 to display a value that corresponds to a plurality of types of set values and is different from a continuous value and is easily recognized by a pachinko / pachislot clerk. The effect control means specifies a set value to be set based on the first command and the second command (for example, the effect control CPU 120 is a selectable setting command). And the setting command to specify the set value, etc.), and the detection means (for example, stick controller 31A, controller sensor unit 35A, etc.) that can detect the movement of the player, and the variable display. Specific display means capable of displaying the corresponding specific display (for example, active display area 87AKA1, first hold) Display area 87AKB1, second hold display area 87AKB2, etc.) and promotion effect execution means capable of executing promotion effect that promotes the movement of the player (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS051 of effect processing during variable display). And an operation effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS053 of the effect processing during variable display) capable of executing an operation effect based on the detection result of the detection means, and a predetermined effect during execution of the variable display. The specific display means includes a predetermined effect execution means (for example, a CPU 120 for effect control that executes step 87AKS049 of the effect processing during variable display), and the specific display means includes a specific mode (for example, a red display using the display image 87AKC4). The specific display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display modes including (for example, display colors corresponding to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4), and the promotion effect executing means can display a special mode (for example, the display image 87AKF3). The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, the size of the V-con display according to the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3) including the large V-con display used), and the predetermined effect execution means. Uses a predetermined mode (for example, display image 87AKE3). !! The predetermined effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, a message corresponding to the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3) including the message (such as the message), and the ratio differs depending on the display mode of the specific display. The predetermined effect is executed according to the predetermined aspect (see, for example, 87AK41 of the determination example of the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-12), and the promotion effect is performed by the special aspect at a different ratio depending on the effect mode of the predetermined effect. It is executed (see, for example, 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-13), and is controlled to the advantageous state at different ratios according to the effect mode of the promotion effect (for example, FIG. 17-). See 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the variable display result in 13.).

According to such a configuration, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means regardless of the types of selectable set values without squeezing the capacity of the game control means. Further, a suitable value can be displayed as a set value on the display means provided on the same board as the game control means. In addition, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), the effect control means can control the execution of the effect based on the values corresponding to a plurality of types of set values and not continuous (for example, the effect control CPU 120 , The execution of the effect can be controlled based on the values that correspond to a plurality of types of set values and are not continuous, etc.).

According to such a configuration, a suitable value can be reflected in the effect as a set value.

(3) In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2), the gaming control means transmits the first command together with a power-on command when power supply to the gaming machine is started or restarted (for example,). The CPU 103 may send a selectable setting command together with an initialization command when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started or restarted).

According to such a configuration, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means without using the power-on command.

(4) In any of the game machines (1) to (3) above, if the effect control means cannot specify the set value, the set value is advantageous to the player. It is considered that the degree is the lowest setting value (for example, when the effect control CPU 120 cannot specify the set setting value, the set setting value is the setting value having the lowest jackpot winning probability " It may be regarded as "1", etc.).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent processing from being performed assuming that a set value having a higher advantage than the set set value is set.

(5) In any of the game machines (1) to (4) above, the effect control means can execute a suggestion effect suggesting a set value (for example, the effect control CPU 120 is When the number of selectable setting values is small, the setting is made more than when the number of selectable setting values is large. When the number of selectable setting values is small, the effect control CPU 120 executes a suggestion effect in a mode in which it is difficult to specify which setting value the set value is (for example, the number of selectable setting values). By lowering the execution rate of the advance notice effect of the special mode as compared with the case where there are many cases, it may be difficult to specify which set value the set value is.)

According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

(6) In any of the game machines (1) to (5) above, the effect control means can back up information related to the set value (for example, the effect control CPU 120 has a selectable setting command. The information of the received effect control command including the setting command is stored in the receiving command log area, and the information of the current setting value recognized as the set setting value is stored in the setting value log area, etc.), and the purpose. (For example, the effect control CPU 120 treats the information stored in the received command log area as a backup target in one application, and the set value log area in another application). The information stored in is treated as a backup target, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the information on the set value can be suitably used according to the application.

In addition, the embodiment for carrying out the invention described later includes the inventions related to the following gaming machines (7) to (14). Conventionally, in a game machine, when a player operates a button during an operation valid period as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-164504, if the expectation of a big hit differs depending on the mode of display or production. There was something to do. In such a game machine, the degree of expectation of a big hit only differs depending on the display and the mode of the production when the player operates it, and it is difficult to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by the production. In view of this point, it is required to provide a game machine that appropriately raises the player's expectation by directing and enhances the game entertainment.

The game machine (7) is a game machine (for example, pachinko game machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player by performing variable display, and the operation of the player can be controlled. Detectable detection means (for example, stick controller 31A, controller sensor unit 35A, etc.) and specific display means capable of displaying a specific display corresponding to variable display (for example, active display area 87AKA1, first hold display area 87AKAB1, second hold). (Display area 87AKB2, etc.), promotion effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS051 of effect processing during variable display) that can execute promotion effect that promotes the movement of the player, and detection of the detection means. An operation effect execution means that can execute an operation effect based on the result (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS053 of the effect process during variable display) and a predetermined effect execution that can execute a predetermined effect during execution of the variable display. The specific display means includes means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS049 of the effect processing during variable display), and the specific display means includes a plurality of display modes (for example, red display using the display image 87AKC4). The specific display can be displayed by any one of (for example, display colors corresponding to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4), and the promotion effect executing means is a special mode (for example, a large V-con display using the display image 87AKF3). The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes including (for example, the size of the V-con display corresponding to the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3), and the predetermined effect executing means is a predetermined mode (for example, display). The predetermined effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, a message corresponding to the displayed images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3) including a message of "extreme heat !!" using the image 87AKE3, and the specific effect is specified. Depending on the display mode of the display, the predetermined effect is executed at a different ratio according to the predetermined mode (see, for example, 87AK41, a determination example of the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-12), and the effect differs depending on the effect mode of the predetermined effect. The promotion effect is executed in proportion to the special aspect (see, for example, 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-13), and the advantage is different in proportion depending on the effect mode of the promotion effect. Controlled by state (eg variable display connection in FIGS. 17-13) See 87AK51, an example of determining the promotion effect according to the result).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(8) In the gaming machine of the above (7), after the specific display is displayed by the specific display means and before the motion effect is executed by the motion effect execution means, the predetermined effect is executed by the predetermined effect execution means. May be feasible (see, eg, FIG. 17-9 (B3)).
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(9) In the game machine according to (7) or (8), the specific display is displayed in response to the execution of the predetermined effect (for example, at the time of the second timing cut-in effect in FIG. 17-9 (B3)). It may be possible to change the display mode.
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(10) In any of the game machines (7) to (9) above, depending on which of the plurality of effect modes the predetermined effect is executed (for example, the display image 87AKE1 in the cut-in effect determination example 87AK41). It may be possible to change the display mode of the specific display at different rates (such as when it is determined to be any of ~ 87AKE3).
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(11) In any of the game machines (7) to (10), the display mode of the specific display corresponds to the specific mode before the predetermined effect is executed by the predetermined effect executing means. (For example, when the first timing is determined to be the change pattern 87AKP1-3 in the change pattern determination example 87AK22), it is not necessary to change the display mode of the specific display.
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(12) In any of the game machines (7) to (11) above, a setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player (for example, FIG. 16-6). The specific display may be displayed in any one of a plurality of display modes at different ratios depending on the setting of the setting means, such as the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process in step S6A.
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(13) In any of the game machines (7) to (12) above, a setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player (for example, FIG. 16-6). The predetermined effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios depending on the setting of the setting means, such as the CPU 103 that executes the set value change process in step S6A.
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

(14) In any of the game machines (7) to (13) above, a setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player (for example, FIG. 16-6). The promotion effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios depending on the setting of the setting means, for example, the CPU 103 that executes the set value change process in step S6A in FIG. Example of determination of promotion effect in 17-16 (87AK61, etc.).
In such a configuration, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the game entertainment.

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 1st special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the accessory control 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 block diagram which shows the circuit structure example of a pachinko game machine. It is a block diagram which shows the circuit structure of the payout control board. It is a rear view which shows the pachinko game machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. (1) to (3) are explanatory views showing the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect, and (4) is an explanatory diagram showing a table for determining the effect mode of the setting suggestion effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the processing at the time of power-on. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the processing at the time of power-on. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the processing at the time of power-on. It is a timing diagram which shows the output period of a security signal. It is explanatory drawing which shows the notification example when the setting changing flag is set at the time of power-on. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the processing at the time of power-on. (1) is an explanatory diagram showing control when a power cut occurs before the set value is fixed, and (2) shows control when a power cut occurs after the set value is fixed. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the special variable winning ball device in the feature part 052IW. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like in the feature part 052IW. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the jackpot probability and the small hit probability for each set value. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the jackpot probability and the small hit probability for each set value. It is explanatory drawing which shows the jackpot type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the small hit type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol and a decorative symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol and a decorative symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation pattern (variation time) of a special symbol and a decorative symbol. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the variation pattern table for small hits. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of the special variable winning ball device. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of the variable winning ball apparatus and the special variable winning ball apparatus in a KT state. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of the variable winning ball apparatus and the special variable winning ball apparatus in a KT state. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the opening pattern of the variable winning ball apparatus and the special variable winning ball apparatus in a KT state. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st variation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol stop processing. It is the flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the character control normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the gate passage waiting processing. It is a flowchart which shows the processing during jackpot opening. It is a flowchart which shows the jackpot end processing. It is a flowchart which shows the small hit end processing. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the way of transition of a game state. It is a flowchart which shows an example of ordinary symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a normal design normal processing. It is a flowchart which shows the normal symbol stop processing. It is a flowchart which shows the processing before opening of a normal electric accessory. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the specific example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows the suggestion effect processing at the time of over winning. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the suggestion effect decision table at the time of over winning. It is a flowchart which shows the suggestion effect processing at the time of a small hit prize. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the suggestion effect determination table at the time of a small hit prize. It is a flowchart which shows the prize ball number display suggestion effect processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prize ball number display suggestion effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the prize ball number emphasizing effect processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the prize ball number emphasis effect decision table. It is a flowchart which shows the process of waiting for a variable display start. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the setting value suggestion effect determination table. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the effect processing during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows the ending effect processing. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the effect mode of the set value suggestion effect. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the production mode of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating display mode of right-handed notification. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the production mode of the over-winning suggestion effect, the small hit winning suggestion effect, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the production mode of the over-winning suggestion effect, the small hit winning suggestion effect, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the control of the variation display when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol during execution of the variation display of one special symbol. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol variation processing in modification 1. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol variation processing in modification 1. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the control of the variation display when a small hit is made in the variation display of the other special symbol during execution of the variation display of one special symbol in the modification 1. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol variation processing in modification 2. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol variation processing in modification 2. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the control of the variation display when a small hit is made in the variation display of the other special symbol during execution of the variation display of one special symbol in the modification 2. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol variation processing in modification 3. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the control of the variation display when a small hit is made in the variation display of the other special symbol during execution of the variation display of one special symbol in the modification 3. It is a flowchart which shows the 1st special symbol variation processing in modification 4. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd special symbol variation processing in modification 4. It is a flowchart which shows an example of suggestion effect processing at the time of waiting for passing through a gate. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the suggestion effect determination table at the time of waiting for passing through a gate. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the suggestion effect determination table at the time of waiting for passing through a gate. It is a figure which shows the production operation example of the suggestion effect at the time of waiting for the gate passage. It is a figure which shows the structural example of various suggestion effect determination tables. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the setting value display processing. It is a figure which shows an example of the setting value determination table for display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the setting value update process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the setting command transmission processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the setting value information storage area. It is a figure which shows an example of the notice mode determination table and the special aspect pattern determination table. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating the specific example of the display screen in maintenance mode. 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 timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the numerical value range corresponding to 1st special drawing. It is a figure which shows the numerical value range corresponding to 1st special drawing. It is a figure which shows the numerical value range corresponding to 2nd special drawing. It is a figure which shows the numerical value range corresponding to 2nd special drawing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the processing in the game control main processing. It is a figure which shows the configuration example of the screen display. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern determination example. It is a figure which shows the active display example and suggestion effect example. It is a figure which shows the cut-in effect example and the promotion effect example. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect determination process. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the final display image. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the change pattern. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the change pattern. It is a figure which shows the decision example about the suggestion effect. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the cut-in effect. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the promotion effect which concerns on the feature part 87AK. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the promotion effect which concerns on the feature part 88AK. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the promotion effect which concerns on the feature part 89AK. It is a figure which shows the determination example of the promotion effect which becomes a modification. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect processing during variable display. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example. It is a figure which shows the production execution example.

(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.

Further, below the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, a right-handed display 26 for prompting a right-handed operation of aiming at the right side of the game area and performing a firing operation is provided. There is. The right-handed display 26 is composed of, for example, LEDs, and is lit and controlled by a game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) mounted on the main board 11 (see FIG. 2).

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.

Further, for example, on the screen of the image display device 5, a display area for displaying the hold display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is held is provided. In this example, the first hold display area 5A for displaying the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the first special figure and the second hold display for displaying the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the second special figure. A region 5B is provided. A display area for displaying an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided on the screen of the image display device 5. Hold display and active display are collectively referred to as variable display compatible display corresponding to variable display.

Further, on the right side of the image display device 5, a right-handed notification LED 37 for prompting a right-handed operation is provided. The right-handed notification LED 37 is lit and controlled by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 (see FIG. 2).

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 having a first starting winning opening is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening is guided to the back surface of the game board 2 and is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A. When a game ball is detected by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (1 piece) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on this detection information.

Further, a row of nails 19 is provided on the right side of the first start winning opening, so that the game ball flowing down from the right side of the game area does not enter the area provided with the first starting winning opening. Has been done. In this way, by providing the row of nails 19 for preventing the game ball flowing down from the right side of the game area from entering, the game ball is launched by aiming at the left side of the game area (so-called left-handed strike). The game ball can be won in the first starting winning opening only when the operation) is performed.

In this example, since the row of nails 19 is provided, the game ball can be won in the first start winning opening only when the left-handed operation is performed. Not limited to. For example, since the first start winning opening is provided on the left side of the game area, the game ball may be configured to be able to win the first starting winning opening only when the left-handed operation is performed, or the first starting winning opening may be won. A game ball may be configured to be able to win a prize in the first starting winning opening only when the left-handed operation is performed by providing the mouth on the left side of the game area and also providing the row of nails 19.

A passing gate 41 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5. The game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21.

Below the passing gate 41, a special variable winning ball device 7 that forms a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 extends in the left-right direction in a slightly inclined state, and moves the plate-shaped bottom member formed as the bottom surface of the flow path through which the game ball flows in the front-rear direction to move the bottom surface. The large winning opening located below the member is changed into an open state (also referred to as an open state) in which the game ball can win a prize and a closed state (also referred to as a closed state) in which the game ball cannot win a prize. The special variable winning ball device 7 moves the bottom member forward in the jackpot game state that occurs when a specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. The bottom member is moved backward from the closed state where the bottom member is moved forward toward the rear, and the opening control is executed so that the large winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened.

Below the special variable winning ball device 7, a special variable winning ball device 17 forming a special winning opening for small hits and a variable winning ball device 6B having a second starting winning opening are provided. FIG. As shown in, a special variable winning ball device 17 is arranged on the left side, and a variable winning ball device 6B is arranged adjacent to the right side thereof. The special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B extend in the left-right direction in a slightly inclined state, and have a plate-shaped bottom member formed as the bottom surface of a flow path through which the game ball flows in the front-rear direction. By moving forward and backward, the game ball can be won in the special winning opening and the second starting winning opening located below the bottom member (also called the open state) and the game ball cannot be won in the closed state (closed state). Change to). The special variable winning ball device 17 has a bottom member in a small hit game state that occurs when a predetermined display result (small hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. The bottom member is moved backward from the closed state of being moved forward toward the front, and the opening control is executed to open the special winning opening which is the winning area. Further, the variable winning ball device 6B moves the bottom member backward from the closed state in which the bottom member is moved forward toward the front when the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 20. The opening control for opening the second starting winning opening, which is the winning area, is executed.

In this example, the special variable winning ball device 7, the special variable winning ball device 17, and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed so as to have the same structure. Further, as shown in FIG. 1, since the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 7 is formed so as to be slightly inclined from the upper left to the lower right, the game ball dropped on the special variable winning ball device 7 is formed. If the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the closed state, it moves on the special variable winning ball device 7 from the upper left to the lower right, and falls on the variable winning ball device 6B below it.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 17 is slightly larger than the variable winning ball device 6B. Further, as shown in FIG. 1, since the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed in such a manner that the bottom surface member is slightly inclined from the upper right to the lower left, the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 17 are formed. The game ball on the winning ball device 6B moves from the upper right to the lower left on the special variable winning ball device 17 or the variable winning ball device 6B when the special variable winning ball device 17 or the variable winning ball device 6B is closed. Go. Further, as shown in FIG. 1, since the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 6B are arranged adjacent to each other, the special variable winning ball device 7 is placed on the variable winning ball device 6B without winning a prize. If the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B is moved backward and the second starting winning opening is in the open state, the gaming ball wins the second starting winning opening and the special variable winning ball The game ball does not flow toward the device 17. On the other hand, if the second starting winning opening is not in the open state, the game ball moves on the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B and is guided toward the special variable winning ball device 17. At this time, if the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 is moved backward and the special winning opening is in the open state, the game ball wins the special winning opening. Further, if the special winning opening is not open, the game ball moves on the bottom member of the special variable winning ball device 17 and falls toward the out opening as it is.

Further, in this example, the special variable winning ball device 7, the special variable winning ball device 17, and the variable winning ball device 6B are formed with a plurality of regulatory pieces for reducing the flow speed of the game ball flowing down on the bottom surface member. There is. In this example, the special variable winning ball device 7, the special variable winning ball device 17, and the variable winning ball device 6B are provided with a restricting piece, so that the game flows down from the upper left to the lower right or from the upper right to the lower left. The flow direction of the game ball is changed so that the ball meanders with the movement of the front-back component, and the time required for the flow is delayed as compared with the case without the regulation piece.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 1, the special variable winning ball device 17 is arranged on the left side and the variable winning ball device 6B is arranged on the right side. However, the special variable winning ball device 17 and the variable winning ball device 17 are arranged. When the bottom member of the ball device 6B is formed so as to gently incline from the upper right to the lower left, and the bottom member is not retracted and is in the closed state, the variable winning ball device 6B is used as the special variable winning ball device. Since the game ball is configured to flow toward 17, in this sense, the variable winning ball device 6B is provided on the upstream side, and the special variable winning ball device 17 is provided on the downstream side. It can be said that it is.

A switch (first count switch 23) capable of detecting a winning game ball in the large winning opening is provided in the large winning opening. When a game ball is detected by the first count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on this detection information. Therefore, if the special variable winning ball device 7 is open-controlled and the large winning opening is opened, it is in an advantageous state for the player. On the other hand, if the special variable winning ball device 7 is closed and controlled and the large winning opening is closed, the player cannot pass (enter) the game ball through the large winning opening to obtain the winning ball. It will be a disadvantage.

A switch (second count switch 24) capable of detecting a winning game ball in the special winning opening is provided in the special winning opening. When a game ball is detected by the second count switch 24, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on this detection information. Here, when the game ball passes (enters) the special winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball device 17, the number of winning balls is smaller than that when the game ball wins the large winning opening. For example, more prize balls are paid out than when the game ball passes (enters) through other winning holes such as the first starting winning opening 1 and the second starting winning opening. Therefore, if the special variable winning ball device 17 is open-controlled and the special winning opening is opened, it is in an advantageous state for the player. On the other hand, if the special variable winning ball device 17 is closed and controlled and the special winning opening is closed, the player cannot obtain the winning ball by passing (entering) the game ball through the special winning opening. It will be a disadvantage.

Further, in the second start winning opening, a second starting opening switch 22B capable of detecting a winning game ball in the second starting winning opening is provided. When a game ball is detected by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (1 piece) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on this detection information.

Hereinafter, the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be collectively referred to as a starting winning opening or a starting opening.

In this pachinko gaming machine 1, a passing gate 41, a special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening), a variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening), and a special variable winning ball device 17 (special winning opening) Is provided on the right side of the game area, so when a big hit game or a KT state (so-called small hit time) is in progress, the player aims at the right side of the game area and launches (so-called right-handed operation). )I do.

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.

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.

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 the pachinko gaming machine 1, since the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is executed based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41, the passing gate 41 plays a role as a normal starting area. However, even when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the passage gate 41 also plays a role as an operating region because the game shifts to the jackpot game state based on the passage of the game ball through the passage gate 41. Therefore, the passing gate 41 is configured as a dual-purpose gate that plays the role of both a normal starting region and an operating region.

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 further, frame LEDs 9 for game effects are provided around the game area. ..

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)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the gaming state is the normal state, it is advantageous for the player to perform a firing operation (so-called left-handed operation) aiming at the left side of the gaming area. When the player performs a left-handed operation by rotating the ball striking handle 30 included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the game ball enters the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special symbol is displayed. The first special figure game by the device 4A 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 first 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) as a confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "big hit". .. Further, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "missing". Even in the first special figure game, the small hit symbol may be stopped and displayed at an extremely low rate, and may be configured to be a "small hit".

After the display result in the first special figure game becomes "big hit", the game is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state advantageous to the player on condition that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41.

In the big hit game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined mode. The open state is a combination of the elapsed timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the large winning opening can be opened in one round, and is also hereinafter referred to as an open upper limit period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is open in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until the maximum number of times (15 times or 2 times) is reached.

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, prepare multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening, and gaming states (normal state, probability change state (high probability state), KT state, high base state, etc.) after the big hit game state. , The jackpot type is set according to these. 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.

After the jackpot game state is completed, it may be controlled to a probability variation state, a KT state, or a high base state according to the jackpot type.

In the probability variation state (probability fluctuation state), the probability variation control is executed in which the probability that the display result becomes a "big hit" is higher than in the normal state. 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.

In the KT state, KT control is executed, which is more likely to be a small hit than in the normal state. In this pachinko gaming machine 1, since a certain amount of prize balls can be obtained even in the small hit game state, the number of prize balls obtained is smaller than that in the big hit game state, but it is an advantageous state for the player.

In the high base state, the control (time saving control) that shortens the average special figure fluctuation time (period in which the special figure is changed) is shorter than the normal state is executed (time saving state), and it is called "normal figure hit" in the normal figure game. Control (high opening control, high base control) that makes it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting winning opening is also executed by improving the probability of becoming the game ball from the normal state. The high base 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.

The probabilistic state, KT state, and high base 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. To do. A game whose end condition is that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times is also called a number cut (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 jackpot gaming state that is advantageous for the player, a probability variation state, a KT state, and a high base state, and the display result in the special figure game is "big hit". The pachinko game machine 1 controls the same as the initial setting state of the pachinko game machine 1 (when a predetermined return process is not executed after the power is turned on, for example, when a system reset is performed). It is in a state of being reset.

When the jackpot game is completed and the game state is controlled to the probability change state, the KT state, or the high base state, it is advantageous for the player to perform a firing operation (right-handed operation) aiming at the right side of the game area. When the player performs a right-handed strike operation on the ball striking operation handle 30 included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and 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 the normal symbol other than the normal symbol (the normal symbol lost symbol) is stopped and displayed as the confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "normal symbol lost". 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 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 the second 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 "big hit". If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "small hit". Further, 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 second special figure game becomes "big hit", the game is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state advantageous to the player on condition that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41. After the display result in the second special figure game becomes "small hit", it is controlled to the small hit game state.

In the small hit game state, the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

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).

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 in place of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or a point of the frame LED9. Equal / extinguishing, operation of the movable body 32, etc. may be performed.

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 big hit game state in the same mode as 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 "missing", 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 loss") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "missing", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination ("reach loss") that is not a jackpot combination. 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 "reach loss").

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, an LED 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 includes various switches for detecting game balls (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch (first count switch 23 and second count switch 24). )) Detect signals (such as a detection signal indicating that the game ball has passed or entered and the switch is turned on) are taken in and transmitted 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 solenoid 81, a solenoid 82, a signal for turning on the solenoid 83, etc.) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or a prize-winning door. It is transmitted to the solenoid 82 and the solenoid 83 for the special winning opening.

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 controls the sound designation signal (the signal that specifies the sound to be output) in order to output the sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and turn on / off the frame LED 9 and the right-handed notification LED 37. It is supplied to the substrate 13 or an LED signal (a signal for designating an LED lighting / extinguishing mode) is supplied to the LED 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 LED control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the frame LED 9 and the right-handed notification LED 37, drives the frame LED 9 and the right-handed notification LED 37 based on the LED signal, and is in a manner specified by the LED signal. The frame LED 9 and the right-handed notification LED 37 are turned on / off. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting / extinguishing of the LED.

The effect control CPU 120 executes audio output, LED lighting / extinguishing control (sound designation signal, LED 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, LED 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 LED 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 is restored to the state when the power supply is stopped, 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, the first count switch 23, and the second count switch 24 (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 such as the number of times of winning and the probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) 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 first special symbol process process (step S25A). When the CPU 103 executes the first special symbol process process for each timer interrupt, the execution and hold management of the first special symbol game are realized (details will be described later). Further, the CPU 103 executes the second special symbol process process (step S25B). When the CPU 103 executes the second special symbol process process for each timer interrupt, the execution and hold management of the second special symbol game are realized. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is possible to simultaneously execute the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol in parallel.

Following the first special symbol process process and the second special symbol process process, the CPU 103 executes the accessory control process process (step S25C). When the CPU 103 executes the accessory control process process for each timer interrupt, it is possible to control the big hit game state, the small hit game state, the game state, and the like (details will be described later).

Following the accessory control process process, the normal symbol process process 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.

Further, although the description is omitted in FIG. 4, in the game control timer interrupt process, a test terminal is a process for outputting a test signal so that the control state of the game machine can be confirmed outside the game machine. Processing is also executed. In the test terminal processing, the CPU 103 also controls to output a test signal (right-handed test signal) that can identify the period during which the right-handed operation is performed. Specifically, in the test terminal processing, the CPU 103 controls to output a right-handed test signal during the big hit game, during the small hit game based on the variation display of the second special symbol, and during the KT state. On the other hand, in the test terminal processing, the CPU 103 does not control to output a right-handed test signal during the small hit game based on the variation display of the first special symbol.

FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25A shown in FIG. 4 as the first special symbol process process. In this first special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes the first start winning prize determination process (step S101A).

In the first start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning in the first starting winning opening, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the first hold storage number is executed. When a start prize is generated in the first start prize opening, a random value for determining the display result (including the jackpot type) and the fluctuation pattern is extracted and stored in the first hold storage buffer provided in the RAM 102 as hold information. Will be done. 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 storing the hold information and the first hold storage number, the effect control board 12 is transmitted to send the effect control command for designating the determination results such as the occurrence of the start winning prize, the first hold memory number, and the look-ahead determination. The settings are made. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is controlled by the main board 11 by executing the command control process of step S27 shown in FIG. 4, for example, after the first special symbol process process is completed. It is transmitted to the substrate 12.

After executing the first start winning determination process in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes of steps S110A to S113A according to the value of the first special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process (steps S110A to S113A) of the first 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 first special symbol normal process in step S110A is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this first special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special symbol game based on the presence or absence of reserved information and the like. Further, in the first special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the first special symbol or the decorative symbol is set as "big hit" or "small hit" or "big hit" is set based on the random value for determining the display result. The jackpot type of the case is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the first special symbol normal processing, a definite special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the first special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. .. After that, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the first special symbol normal processing ends.

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 first variation pattern setting process in step S111A is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “1”. In this first fluctuation pattern setting process, a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns are set using random values 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". It includes processing to decide which one to use. In the first variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the first 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 first special symbol variation process in step S112A is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is “2”. In this first special symbol variation process, the process of setting the first special symbol to be varied in the first special symbol display device 4A and the elapsed time from the start of the variation of the first special symbol are measured. Processing to be done is included. 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 fluctuation of the first special symbol reaches the special symbol fluctuation time, the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the first special symbol variation processing ends. To do.

In this example, since the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol can be executed in parallel, for example, the first special symbol variation process (step S112A) is performed. When the variation display of the special symbol is in progress, the variation display of the second special symbol may result in a small hit and be controlled by the small hit game. In this case, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) determines whether or not the small hit game is in progress (specifically, the value of the second special figure process flag is before the small hit is released. (Determine whether or not the value corresponds to the processing to the small hit end processing), and if the small hit game is in progress, the value of the first special figure process flag is not changed from the value corresponding to the first special symbol variation processing. In this way, the value of the first special symbol process flag can be updated to a value corresponding to the next first special symbol stop process unless the small hit game is in progress. By performing such control, the variation display of the first special symbol is interrupted during the small hit game based on the variation display of the second special symbol, and the variation display of the first special symbol is restarted after the end of the small hit game. It is controlled to do. Not limited to such control, for example, during the small hit game based on the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, the process of measuring the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation of the first special symbol is interrupted (timer). It may be configured to suspend the update).

Further, for example, the small hit ending period as the small hit end processing period may be configured to be different depending on the game state. For example, if the variable display of the first special symbol is interrupted in the normal state, the suspension period of the variable display of the first special symbol becomes long, and the execution period and the suspension period of the variable display of the first special symbol become longer. If the difference becomes large, it is necessary to absorb the interruption period by stopping the shaking of the decorative pattern, which gives the player a sense of discomfort. Therefore, in the normal state, it is desirable to make the small hit ending period shorter than the KT state (first KT state, second KT state). In this case, for example, the small hit ending period may be 0.5 seconds in the normal state, whereas the small hit ending period may be 3 seconds in the KT state.

Further, in the case of the above configuration, for example, in the first KT state, it is practically difficult for the game ball to win a prize in the small hit control, and no particular effect is performed. Therefore, the small hit ending period is shorter than in the second KT state. It may be configured to do so. On the other hand, in the second KT state, the game ball is easy to win in the small hit control, and the effect of emphasizing the small hit control is executed. Therefore, the small hit ending period may be longer than in the first KT state. .. In this case, for example, the small hit ending period may be 0.5 seconds in the first KT state, whereas the small hit ending period may be 3 seconds in the second KT state.

Further, regarding the small hit fanfare period as the small hit opening pretreatment period, the length of the period may be different depending on the game state, as in the above-mentioned small hit ending period.

The first special symbol stop process in step S113A is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is “3”. In this first special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A stops the fluctuation of the first special symbol, and the confirmed special symbol that is the display result of the first special symbol is stopped and displayed (derived). The process of making settings is included. Then, when the display result is "big hit", the setting process for starting the big hit game is performed. On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", a process for starting the small hit game is performed. Then, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "miss", the game state is also updated when the probability change state, the KT state, or the high base state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. .. When the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated, the first special symbol stop process ends.

The process executed in the second special symbol process process (step S25B) is the same as the process executed in the first special symbol process process (step S25A). That is, in the first special symbol process process described with reference to FIG. 5, if "first" is read as "second", the second special symbol process process will be explained. Further, each random number value extracted by the first start winning determination process of the second special symbol process process (step S25B) is stored in the second hold storage buffer provided in the RAM 102 as hold information.

In this example, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol can be executed in parallel. Therefore, for example, the transition to the second special symbol variation process is performed to change the second special symbol. When the display is in progress, a small hit may occur in the variable display of the first special symbol, and the game may be controlled by a small hit game. In this case, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) determines whether or not the small hit game is in progress (specifically, the value of the first special figure process flag is before the small hit is released. (Determine whether or not the value corresponds to the processing to the small hit end processing), and if the small hit game is in progress, the value of the second special figure process flag is not changed from the value corresponding to the second special symbol variation processing. In this way, the value of the second special symbol process flag can be updated to a value corresponding to the next second special symbol stop process unless the small hit game is in progress. By performing such control, the variation display of the second special symbol is interrupted during the small hit game based on the variation display of the first special symbol, and the variation display of the second special symbol is restarted after the end of the small hit game. It is controlled to do. Not limited to such control, for example, during the small hit game based on the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, the process of measuring the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation of the second special symbol is interrupted (timer It may be configured to suspend the update).

Regarding the small hit control based on the variation display of the second special symbol, the length of the small hit fanfare period and the small hit ending period may be different depending on the game state.

FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S25C shown in FIG. 4 as the accessory control process process. In this accessory control process process, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes of steps S120 to S128 according to the value of the accessory control process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process (steps S120 to S128) of the accessory control process process, a transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The bonus control normal process in step S120 is executed when the value of the bonus control process flag is “0”. In this bonus control normal process, it is monitored whether or not the setting for starting the big hit game is made, and if the setting for starting the big hit game is made, the process for starting the big hit game is performed. , The value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "1".

The gate passage waiting process in step S121 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “1”. In this gate passage waiting process, control is performed to wait for the passage of the game ball to the passing gate 41. When the passage of the game ball to the passing gate 41 is detected, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "2".

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S122 is executed when the accessory control process flag is “2”. 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 accessory control process flag is updated to "3", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

The process of opening the jackpot in step S123 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “3”. This big hit opening process is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the first count switch 23, and the like. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is time to return the winning opening from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "4" after executing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door. , End the processing while the jackpot is open.

The jackpot release post-processing in step S124 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “4”. 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 execution number, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "3", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit execution number, the accessory control process The value of the flag is updated to "5". When the value of the accessory control process flag is updated, the processing after opening the jackpot ends.

The jackpot end processing in step S125 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “5”. 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 for performing various settings for starting control, KT control, and high-base control. When such a setting is made, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot end process ends.

The small hit release preprocessing in step S126 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “6”. This small hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting the special winning opening to be open in the small hit game state based on the display result being "small hit". At this time, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "7", and the small hit release preprocessing ends.

The small hit opening process in step S127 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “7”. In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to return the special winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the special winning opening is opened and the measured elapsed time. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hit game state is reached, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to "8", and the small hit opening process ends.

The small hit end process in step S128 is executed when the value of the accessory control process flag is “8”. 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 accessory control 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 supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 7. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 7 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 the register setting of the CTC, for example. 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 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 process 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, the effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation in the decorative light emitting body such as the frame LED 9 and the decorative LED, and the driving of the movable body 32. Controls such as operation to operate various production devices are performed. Further, regarding the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices, determination, determination, setting, etc. are performed according to the effect control command or 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. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 7 as the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 8, 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, a determination, determination, and setting for executing the look-ahead 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 that the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 is started, 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 LED 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 frame LED 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, which 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 an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, 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 corresponding to the effect content in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the set content. Further, in the jackpot middle effect processing, for example, the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the ending effect process in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the jackpot game state is terminated. 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 a prize. It may be an enclosed game machine.

Only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-") is displayed during the variable display of the special symbol, and the variable display may be performed by 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 the 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 21TM]
Next, the feature unit 21TM will be described. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, and a terminal board (information output board) 21TM016 as shown in FIG. 9-1. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, a launch control board, and an interface board are arranged on the back surface of the game board 2 and the like in the pachinko game machine 1.

As shown in FIG. 2 described above, the main board 11 includes a first start port switch 22A, a second start port switch 22B, a first special symbol display device 4A, a second special symbol display device 4B, and the like. Various components are connected, and various effect devices such as speakers 8L, 8R, and frame LED 9 are connected to the effect control board 12, but these are omitted in FIG. 9-1.

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and as shown in FIG. 9-3, is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state of being housed in the board case 21TM201, and allows the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Various circuits for control are installed. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board including a random number setting function used in a special drawing game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like arranged at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. , It has a function to output and transmit a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, and a function to output various information to the hall management computer. Further, the main board 11 controls lighting / extinguishing of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to control the lighting / extinguishing of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The variable display of a predetermined display symbol, such as controlling the variable display of the normal symbol 20 and controlling the variable display of the normal symbol by the normal symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinguishing / coloring of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a control function.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-3, the main board 11 is provided with a display monitor 21TM029 that can be visually recognized from the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and various prize information related to winning is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. It also has a function to display. A display changeover switch 21TM030 is provided on the left side of the display monitor 21TM029, and the information displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 can be switched by operating the display changeover switch 21TM030.

In addition to the detection signals from the game control microcomputer 100 and various switches for detecting the game ball, various signals such as a power cutoff signal, a clear signal, and a reset signal are incorporated into the main board 11 to capture the game control microcomputer. An information output circuit 112 for outputting various signals such as a security signal from the switch circuit 110 to be transmitted to the 100 and the terminal board 21TM016 is mounted.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-3, the main substrate 11 shown in FIG. 9-1 is enclosed in a substrate case 21TM201 made of a transparent synthetic resin material, and the display monitor 21TM029 is in the center of the main substrate 11. (For example, 7 segments) are arranged, and a display changeover switch 21TM030 is arranged on the right side of the display monitor 21TM029. The display monitor 21TM029 and the display changeover switch 21TM030 are arranged in front of the main board 11 when the main board 11 is visually recognized. A lock switch 21TM051 (see FIG. 9-1) for switching to a setting change mode or a setting confirmation mode, which will be described later, is provided in the lower center of the back surface of the main board 11. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame 3 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 3 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 addition, the main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control) has each winning opening (large winning opening, second starting winning opening, first starting winning opening, first to fourth general winning openings, hereinafter, "entrance area". The number of game balls entering the (also referred to as) is totaled, and various prize information such as the ratio and the combination ratio based on the total is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029, and these prize information is displayed. As a result, various winning information such as the ratio and the role ratio after installation in the amusement park can be confirmed. That is, on the manufacturer side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is usual to design the gaming board surface so that the gaming ball enters the general winning opening (passing the test) at a predetermined frequency. In addition, when conducting the test, it is confirmed whether or not the game ball has entered the general winning opening at a predetermined frequency. Further, even after the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed, it is confirmed what kind of adjustment is being made, and as a result of the adjustment, whether the gaming ball has entered the general winning opening at the frequency as designed. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to recognize what kind of adjustment has been made in the pachinko gaming machine 1 after installation.

In addition, the power supply board is enclosed in a board case made of a permeable synthetic resin material, and set values such as a jackpot winning probability (ball output rate), which will be described later, are changed in the lower right side of the back surface of the power supply board. A clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 and a power supply switch 21TM055 that function as setting switches for the purpose are provided. By operating the power switch 21TM055 in a state where the power supply voltage is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 1, a clerk of the game hall or the like determines the main board 11, the effect control board 12, the payout control board 21TM037, and the like. The operating voltage of is supplied. Further, if the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is operated at the timing when the power switch 21TM055 is operated, a clear signal is input to the game control microcomputer 100, and the initialization process (RAM clear) described later is performed. Will be executed. By arranging the power switch 21TM055 and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 close to each other on the same power supply board, it is easy to perform the power-on operation and the initialization operation.

The lock switch 21TM051 and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 are provided on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and cannot be operated unless the gaming machine frame 3 that can be opened by a predetermined key operation is opened. Only the clerk who has the specified key can operate it. Further, since the lock switch 21TM051 requires key operation, only the clerk who has the key to operate the lock switch 21TM051 can operate the lock switch 21TM051 among the clerk of the game store. Further, the lock switch 21TM051 is a switch capable of executing an ON / OFF switching operation by a predetermined key, but the switching operation can be executed and an operation different from the switching operation (for example, a pushing operation) is executed. It may be a possible switch.

The lock switch 21TM051 can maintain an ON state or an OFF state. That is, the lock switch 21TM051 can maintain the ON state or the OFF state even if no force is applied by a clerk of the amusement park or the like. Further, the lock switch 21TM051 has a configuration in which the key can be inserted and removed only in the OFF state. According to such a configuration, the game hall clerk or the like must turn off the lock switch 21TM051 in order to collect the key, so that the game hall clerk or the like leaves the lock switch 21TM051 in the ON state. It can be prevented from being lost.

As shown in FIG. 9-3, at the lower part on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the gaming balls that have won the winning openings and the gaming balls that have entered the out openings are discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1. A nozzle (discharge port) is provided, and a discharge port switch 21TM070 for detecting a game ball discharged from the pachinko gaming machine 1 (detecting a launched game ball) is provided in the nozzle. ing. The outlet switch 21TM070 is connected to the switch circuit 110.

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 sound output from speakers 8L and 8R, a frame LED 9 and decorations. It includes LED control commands used to control the lighting operation of the LED.

FIG. 9-2 is a block diagram showing components related to payout, such as the payout control board 21TM037 and the ball payout device 21TM097. As shown in FIG. 9-2, the payout control board 21TM037 is equipped with a payout control microcomputer 21TM370 including a payout control CPU 21TM371. In this embodiment, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 is a one-chip microcomputer and has at least a built-in RAM. The payout control microcomputer 21TM370, RAM (not shown), ROM (not shown) containing the payout control program, the I / O port, and the like constitute the payout control board 21TM037. That is, the payout control board 21TM037 is realized by the payout control CPU 21TM371, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 having RAM and ROM, and the I / O port. Further, the I / O port may be built in the payout control microcomputer 21TM370.

The detection signals from the ball-out switch 21TM187, the full tank switch 21TM048, and the payout number count switch 21TM301 are input to the I / O port 21TM372f of the payout control board 21TM037 via the relay board 21TM072. In this embodiment, the detection signal from the payout number count switch 21TM301 is input to the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 and then output to the main board 11 via the I / O port 21TM372a and the output circuit 21TM373B. ..

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-2, the payout control board 21TM037 has a game machine frame opening sensor that detects the opening of the game machine frame 3 that supports and fixes the game board 2, and can open and close the front surface of the game board 2. A door frame opening sensor for detecting the opening of the glass door frame 3a covering the glass door frame 3a and a game machine frame / door frame opening sensor 21TM300 equipped with the same are connected, and various abnormalities are found based on the detection signals output from these sensors. It also has a function to determine the occurrence of (error). The detection signal when the opening of the gaming machine frame 3 is detected and the detection signal when the opening of the glass door frame 3a is detected are input to different terminals, so that the payout control microcomputer is used. The 21TM370 can distinguish between the open state of the gaming machine frame 3 and the open state of the glass door frame 3a.

Further, the detection signal from the payout motor position sensor 21TM295 is input to the I / O port 21TM372e of the payout control board 21TM037 via the relay board 21TM072. The payout motor position sensor 21TM295 is a sensor consisting of a light emitting element (LED) and a light receiving element for detecting the rotational position of the payout motor 21TM289, and is used to detect that the game ball is clogged, that is, so-called ball biting. .. In the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 mounted on the payout control board 21TM037, the detection signal from the ball out switch 21TM187 indicates the ball out state, or the detection signal from the full tank switch 21TM048 indicates the full tank state. Then, the ball payout process is stopped.

Further, when the detection signal from the full tank switch 21TM048 indicates a full tank state, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 is at a low level with respect to the launch board 21TM090 in order to stop the ball launch from the ball launcher. Outputs a full tank signal. The launch motor signal to the launch motor 21TM094 output by the AND circuit 21TM091 of the launch board 21TM090 is transmitted from the launch board 21TM090 to the launch motor 21TM094. The full tank signal from the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 is input to one of the input sides of the AND circuit 21TM091 mounted on the launch board 21TM090, and the drive signal from the drive signal generation circuit 21TM092 (for driving the launch motor 21TM094). The signal, which serves to supply power from the power supply board), is input to the other side of the input side of the AND circuit 21TM091. Then, the launch motor signal of the AND circuit 21TM091 is input to the launch motor 21TM094. That is, while the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 outputs the full tank signal, the output of the launch motor signal to the launch motor 21TM094 is stopped.

The payout control microcomputer 21TM370 has a built-in serial communication circuit 21TM380 for inputting / outputting (transmitting / receiving) a signal by serial communication with the game control microcomputer 100. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 100 and the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 are connected to each other via the serial communication circuit 21TM505 and 21TM380 between the game control microcomputer 100 and the payout control microcomputer 21TM370. In order to confirm, signals (prize ball request signal, received ACK signal) are exchanged (transmitted / received) at regular intervals (for example, 1 second). That is, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits a signal for confirming the connection (a prize ball request signal in this embodiment) at regular intervals via the serial communication circuit 21TM505, and the payout control microcomputer 21TM370. When receiving the prize ball request signal from the game control microcomputer 100, transmits a signal (received ACK signal) notifying the fact to the game control microcomputer 100. In this embodiment, by superimposing specific data on the prize ball request signal and the reception ACK signal, the game control microcomputer 100 and the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 are performed at the timing of transmitting and receiving the prize ball request signal and the reception ACK signal. It is configured to exchange specific data with and from. For example, when a prize is awarded, the game control microcomputer 100 sets data indicating the number of prize balls to be paid out by differently setting a predetermined bit of the prize ball request signal, and the prize for which the setting is made. The ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control microcomputer 21TM370. Then, when the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 finishes the prize ball payout operation, the data indicating the end of the prize ball is set by changing a predetermined bit of the received ACK signal, and the received ACK signal with the setting is played. It is transmitted to the control microcomputer 100. In addition, when a predetermined error (error such as ball lending, full tank, or out of ball) occurs, data indicating the content of the error is set by changing the predetermined bit of the received ACK signal, and the setting is set. The received ACK signal is transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100.

The payout control microcomputer 21TM370 transmits a prize ball information signal indicating the number of prize balls paid out and a ball rental number signal indicating the number of balls to be rented to a terminal board (external terminal board for frame and external terminal board for board) via the output port 21TM372b. (Including and) Output to 21TM160. A driver circuit is installed outside the output port 21TM372b, but the description is omitted in FIG. 9-2.

Further, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 outputs an error signal to the error display LED 21TM374 by the 7-segment LED via the output port 21TM372c. Further, a signal for instructing lighting / extinguishing is output to the prize ball LED 21TM053 and the ball burnout LED 21TM054 via the output port 21TM372b. A detection signal from the error release switch 21TM375 for canceling the error state is input to the input port 21TM372f of the payout control board 21TM037. The error release switch 21TM375 is used to release the error state by software reset.

Further, the drive signal from the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 to the payout motor 21TM289 is transmitted to the payout motor 21TM289 in the payout mechanism portion of the ball payout device 21TM097 via the output port 21TM372a and the relay board 21TM072. A driver circuit (motor drive circuit) is installed outside the output port 21TM372a, but the description is omitted in FIG. 9-3.

The card unit 21TM050 installed adjacent to the game machine is equipped with a microcomputer for controlling the card unit. Further, the card unit 21TM050 is provided with a usable indicator lamp, a connecting stand direction indicator, a card insertion indicator lamp, and a card insertion slot. The frequency display LED 21TM060, the ball lending LED 21TM061, the ball lending switch 21TM062, and the return switch 21TM063 are connected to the interface board (relay board) 21TM066.

From the interface board 21TM066 to the card unit 21TM050, a ball lending switch signal indicating that the ball lending switch 21TM062 has been operated and a return switch signal indicating that the return switch 21TM063 has been operated are given to the card unit 21TM050 according to the operation of the player. .. Further, the card unit 21TM050 gives the interface board 21TM066 a card balance display signal indicating the balance of the prepaid card and a ball lending availability display signal. Between the card unit 21TM050 and the payout control board 21TM037, a connection signal (VL signal), a unit operation signal (BRDY signal), a ball lending request signal (BRQ signal), a ball lending completion signal (EXS signal), and a pachinko machine operation signal ( The PRDY signal) is transmitted and received via the input port 21TM372f and the output port 21TM372d. An interface board 21TM066 is interposed between the card unit 21TM050 and the payout control board 21TM037. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 9-2, signals such as the connection signal (VL signal) are transmitted and received between the card unit 21TM050 and the payout control board 21TM037 via the interface board 21TM066.

When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 mounted on the payout control board 21TM037 outputs a PRDY signal to the card unit 21TM050. Further, the card unit control microcomputer outputs a VL signal when the power is turned on. The payout control microcomputer 21TM370 determines the connected / unconnected state of the card unit 21TM050 based on the input state of the VL signal. When the card is accepted by the card unit 21TM050, the ball lending switch is operated and the ball lending switch signal is input, the card unit control microcomputer outputs the BRDY signal to the payout control board 21TM037. When a predetermined delay time elapses from this point, the card unit control microcomputer outputs a BRQ signal to the payout control board 21TM037.

Then, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 raises the XS signal for the card unit 21TM050, and when it detects the fall of the BRQ signal from the card unit 21TM050, it drives the payout motor 21TM289 and sends a predetermined number of rental balls to the player. Pay out. Then, when the payout is completed, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 shuts down the EXS signal to the card unit 21TM050. After that, on condition that the BRDY signal from the card unit 21TM050 is not in the ON state, the prize ball payout control is executed when the payout command signal is received from the game control microcomputer 100.

The power supply voltage AC24V used in the card unit 21TM050 is supplied from the payout control board 21TM037. That is, the power supply from the power supply board to the card unit 21TM050 is performed via the payout control board 21TM037 and the interface board 21TM066. In this example, a fuse for protecting the card unit 21TM050 is provided in the AC24V power supply line for the card unit 21TM050 arranged in the interface board 21TM066, and a voltage equal to or higher than a predetermined voltage is supplied to the card unit 21TM050. Is prevented.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment has a configuration in which the winning probability (ball output rate) of a big hit changes according to a 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 is composed of 6 stages from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest ball output rate, and the smaller the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the ball output 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.

9-4 (A) to 9-4 (F) are explanatory views showing a display result determination table corresponding to each set value. 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 the MR1 is set. In each display result judgment table, the variable special figure designation buffer is 1 (first), that is, the case where the first special symbol is the target of the variable display and the variable special figure designation buffer is 2 (second). That is, a determination value for a big hit is set for each of the cases where the second special symbol is the target of the variable display.

As shown in FIG. 9-4 (A), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 1 is used, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, that is, the first special symbol is the target of the variable display. If it is, the jackpot will be won with a lower probability (1/300) than when the set values are "2", "3", "4", "5", and "6". ing. Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even when is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability (1/300) as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (B), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 2 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/280) than in some cases. Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even when is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability (1/280) as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (C), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 3 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/280) than when it is "2". Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even when is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability (1/280) as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (D), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 4 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/250) than in the case of "2" and "3". Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Is the target of the variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability (1/250) as when the first special symbol is the target of the variable display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (E), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 5 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/235) than in the case of "2", "3", and "4". Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even when is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability (1/235) as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display.

Further, as shown in FIG. 9-4 (F), when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 5 is used and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is "1". The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/220) than in the case of "2", "3", "4", and "5". Further, when the variable special figure designation buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designation buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Even when is targeted for variable display, the jackpot is won with the same probability (1/220) as when the first special symbol is targeted for variable display.

That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and the value of MR1 corresponds to any of the jackpots shown in FIGS. 9-4 (A) to 9-4 (F). If it matches the hit determination value, it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit (big hit A to big hit F). That is, the winning of the big hit is determined with the probability according to the set value. The "probability" shown in FIGS. 9-4 (A) to 9-4 (F) indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit. 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 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design.

Further, in the present embodiment, the CPU 103 uses the display result determination table shown in FIGS. 9-4 (A) to 9-4 to determine whether or not to make a big hit, but the big hit determination table is used. It is provided separately, and the big hit is determined by using a common table for the case of the variable display of the first special symbol and the case of the variable display of the second special symbol regardless of the variable special symbol designation buffer. May be good.

In this embodiment, a total of 6 setting values, 1 to 6, are provided as setting values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not limited to this. The set value that can be set in may be 2, 3, 4, 5, or 7 or more.

(Setting suggestion production)
The effect control CPU 120 that has received the setting command can suggest the set value by executing the effect according to the set value specified by the setting command. For example, it is possible to suggest the set value to the player by making the mode of the ending effect executed when the jackpot game state ends different according to the designated set value. 9-5 (1), (2), and (3) show an example of the setting suggestion effect. FIG. 9-5 (1) shows an example in which the ending image in the "sunny" mode is selected on the jackpot end screen, and FIG. 9-5 (2) shows an example in which the ending screen in the "cloudy" mode is selected on the jackpot end screen. For example, FIG. 9-5 (3) shows an example in which the ending image of the "rain" mode is selected on the jackpot end screen. Further, FIG. 9-5 (4) is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a table for determining the mode of the setting suggestion effect based on the set value specified by the setting command.

The CPU 103 transmits a setting command for specifying a set value to the effect control CPU 120. Further, when the jackpot game state ends, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command for executing the ending effect on the image display device 5 to the effect control CPU 120. By storing the set value specified by the received setting command in the RAM 102, the effect control CPU 120 can determine the mode of the ending effect based on the stored set value. For example, based on the effect control command transmitted when the jackpot game state ends, the image display device 5 stores the characters (“BONUS end” character) notifying that the jackpot game state has ended. It is possible to display the ending image of the mode (sunny mode, cloudy mode, rain mode) determined based on the set value.

In the table shown in FIG. 9-5 (4), when the setting value specified by the setting command is "1, 2", "3, 4", and "5, 6". When the mode of the setting suggestion effect is determined to be the "sunny" mode shown in FIG. 9-5 (1), the mode is determined to be the "cloudy" mode shown in FIG. 9-5 (2), and FIG. 9-. When determining the "rain" mode shown in 5 (3), the determination value of is assigned.

When the setting value specified by the received setting command is "1" or "2", the effect control CPU 120 suggests setting the "sunny" mode shown in (1) at a low rate (for example, 20%). Decided to execute the effect (ending effect), and decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect) of the "cloudy" mode shown in (2) at a medium ratio (for example, 40%), and medium. It is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect) of the "rain" mode shown in (3) at the ratio of (for example, 40%). Further, when the set value specified by the received setting command is "3" or "4", the effect control CPU 120 has a low ratio (for example, 20%) of the "sunny" mode shown in (1). Decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect), and decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect) of the "cloudy" mode shown in (2) at a high rate (for example, 50%). (For example, 30%), it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect) of the "rain" mode shown in (3). Further, when the set value specified by the received setting command is "5" or "6", the effect control CPU 120 has a high ratio (for example, 50%) of the "sunny" mode shown in (1). Decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect), and decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect) of the "cloudy" mode shown in (2) at a low rate (for example, 20%). (For example, 30%), it is decided to execute the setting suggestion effect (ending effect) of the "rain" mode shown in (3).

In this way, by making the determination ratio of each mode of the setting suggestion effect different according to the set value, the player becomes interested in how the setting suggestion effect is executed, and the setting suggestion is performed. It is possible to improve the interest of the production. In this example, the player becomes interested in how the ending effect executed when the jackpot game state ends is executed, and in particular, the ending effect is executed in the "sunny" mode. You will expect it to be done.

(Processing when power is turned on)
Next, the power-on processing will be described.
9-6 to 9-8 are diagrams showing an example of processing executed by the game control microcomputer 100 when the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on.

As shown in FIG. 9-6, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 checks the data in the backup RAM area after the power is turned on (step S21TM4010). This process performs a parity check as a data check.

If the check result is normal (YES in step S21TM4010), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 matches a normal value, for example, 0 to 5. Is confirmed (step S21TM4020). In this example, as the setting values stored in the setting value storage area, six numbers 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 are set as regular values, and six levels of setting values having different jackpot probabilities are provided. ing. The setting value 0 in this example corresponds to the setting value 1 shown in FIG. 9-4 and the like described above, and the setting value 1 in this example corresponds to the setting value 2 shown in FIG. 9-4 and the like described above, and the setting in this example. The value 2 corresponds to the set value 3 shown in FIG. 9-4 and the like described above, the set value 3 in this example corresponds to the set value 4 shown in FIG. 9-4 and the like described above, and the set value 4 in this example is described above. It corresponds to the set value 5 shown in FIG. 9-4 and the like, and the set value 5 in this example corresponds to the set value 6 shown in FIG. 9-4 and the like described above.

Here, in this example, when the pachinko game machine 1 is shipped from the game machine maker (before it is installed in the game hall), the value having the lowest jackpot probability among the above regular values is stored in the set value storage area. It is assumed that (0 in this example) is stored. If the data in the set value storage area is corrupted, it may not be a regular value. If the set value is a normal value (YES in step S21TM4020), it is confirmed whether or not the setting changing flag is set (step S21TM4030). The setting changing flag is set when the mode shifts to the setting change mode described later (step S21TM4580), and is cleared when the lock switch 21TM051 is switched to the OFF state (step S21TM4720).

If the setting changing flag is not set (NO in step S21TM4030), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (step S21TM4040).

If the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4040), the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag to 1 (step S21TM4050). The value of the RAM clear flag is a value indicating whether or not it is decided to execute RAM clear (initialization of the gaming state), and if the value is 1, it is determined that RAM clear is executed. It shows that it was done. In this example, the RAM clear is not actually executed when the RAM clear flag is set to 1, and when the setting change mode is controlled, the RAM clear is executed after the processing related to the setting change mode is completed. Will be done.

The area where the value of the RAM clear flag is stored is not included in the backup RAM area. Therefore, when the power is cut off, the value of the RAM clear flag is not retained, and the value of the RAM clear flag at the time of power restoration is 0 (the initial value is not set). Note that the notification that the game state is initialized may be performed before being controlled to the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, and as will be described later, after the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is completed. It may be done.

On the other hand, if the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the OFF state (NO in step S21TM4040), the CPU 103 shifts to step S21TM4060.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the gaming machine frame 3 or the glass door frame 3a is in the open state (step S21TM4060). Here, as described above, the open state of the game machine frame 3 and the open state of the glass door frame 3a can be detected by the game machine frame / door frame open sensor 21TM300, and the game machine frame / door frame open. From the sensor 21TM300, the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 outputs a detection signal indicating that the open state of the gaming machine frame 3 has been detected and a detection signal indicating that the open state of the glass door frame 3a has been detected. When the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 recognizes that the open state of the game machine frame 3 has been detected, it notifies the game control microcomputer 100 that the open state of the game machine frame 3 has been detected. When it recognizes that the open state of the glass door frame 3a has been detected, the game control microcomputer 100 is notified that the open state of the glass door frame 3a has been detected, so that the game control microcomputer 100 side. The open state of the gaming machine frame 3 and the open state of the glass door frame 3a can be individually recognized.

The game machine frame / door frame opening sensor 21TM300 detects the open state of the glass door frame 3a, which is a detection signal indicating that the open state of the game machine frame 3 has been detected, to the game control microcomputer 100. When the configuration is such that a detection signal indicating that is output (that is, when the game control microcomputer 100 includes the game machine frame / door frame opening sensor 21TM300), the game control microcomputer 100 has these. By inputting the detection signal, the open state of the gaming machine frame 3 and the open state of the glass door frame 3a can be individually recognized.

When the CPU 103 recognizes the open state of the gaming machine frame 3 or the open state of the glass door frame 3a (YES in step S21TM4060), it confirms whether or not the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (step S21TM4070). .. Then, if the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4070), the process proceeds to the process after step S21TM4510 related to the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode shown in FIG. 9-7. When the mode is changed to the setting change mode, the set value can be confirmed and changed, and when the mode is changed to the setting confirmation mode, the set value can be confirmed.

That is, when the data check result of the backup RAM area is normal (YES in step S21TM4010), the set value is a normal value (YES in step S21TM4020), and the power is not cut off during the setting change (YES). The set value is changed and / on the condition that the gaming machine frame 3 is in the open state (YES in step S21TM4060) and the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4070) in step S21TM4030). Or confirmation is possible. On the other hand, if the gaming machine frame 3 is in the closed state (NO in step S21TM4060) or the lock switch 21TM051 is in the OFF state (NO in step S21TM4070), either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. The process proceeds to step S21TM4760 (transmission of setting command) described later without being controlled by the mode.

In the present embodiment, in order to make it possible to confirm the set value (setting confirmation mode) although the change of the set value is not permitted, (1) the game machine frame 3 is in the open state, and (2) ) Two conditions are required that the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state. When it is confirmed by the determination processing of step S21TM4060 and step S21TM4070 that all of the conditions (1) and (2) are satisfied, the CPU 103 can confirm the set value (setting confirmation). It is possible to shift to mode). Further, in addition to these conditions (1) and (2), the RAM clear flag is set based on the determination that (3) the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (YES). As will be described later, it is possible to shift to a state in which the set value can be changed (setting change mode), provided that the setting value is changed.

As described above, the lock switch 21TM051 that must be operated to confirm or change the set value is provided on the back side of the game board 2, and must be operated unless the game machine frame 3 is opened. I can't. If the lock switch 21TM051 is operated even though the gaming machine frame 3 is not in the open state, there is an abnormality in the gaming machine frame / door frame opening sensor 21TM300, or something is wrong. There is a possibility that the set value is being confirmed or changed by means. Since it is inappropriate to allow confirmation or change of the set value in such a state, in the present embodiment, when the gaming machine frame 3 is not in the open state, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set to the setting confirmation mode. And it is not controlled by any of the setting change modes.

In the present embodiment, as the condition (1), when either the gaming machine frame 3 or the glass door frame 3a is in the open state, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set to the setting confirmation mode or the setting change mode. Although it is controllable, it is not limited to such a form. Even if the glass door frame 3a is in the open state, if the gaming machine frame 3 is not in the open state, the setting confirmation mode and the setting change mode It may not be controlled by any of the above.

On the other hand, when the open state of the game machine frame 3 or the open state of the glass door frame 3a is not recognized in step S21TM4060 (NO in step S21TM4060), that is, the game machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are both. When it is in the closed state, the process proceeds to step S21TM4760 (transmission of the setting command) described later without being controlled by either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. Further, when it is confirmed in step S21TM4070 that the lock switch 21TM051 is in the OFF state (NO in step S21TM4070), it is not controlled by any of the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode, and step S21TM4760 described later is not controlled. Move to (Send setting command).

In the data check of the backup RAM area (step S21TM4010), if the check result is abnormal (NO in step S21TM4010), the CPU 103 shifts to step S21TM4120. Further, in the check of the value stored in the set value storage area (step S21TM4020), if the regular value (0 to 5) is not stored in the set value storage area (NO in step S21TM4020), the CPU 103 , Step S21TM4120. Further, in the check of the setting changing flag (step S21TM4030), if it is confirmed that the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030), the CPU 103 shifts to step S21TM4120.

Here, even if a regular value (0 to 5) is stored in the set value storage area, if a part of the backup RAM area is damaged, it is determined as NO in step S21TM4010. Then, the process proceeds to step S21TM4120. That is, if there is a possibility that the value stored in the set value storage area is inappropriate, the setting is changed based on the setting change mode transition condition (step S21TM4120 to step S21TM4140 described later) being satisfied. It will be controlled by the mode. Further, even if the data check in the backup RAM area (step S21TM4010) is normal (YES in step S21TM4010), the normal value (0 to 5) is not stored in the set value storage area. (NO in step S21TM4020), the setting change mode is controlled based on the condition that the setting change mode transition condition (step S21TM4120 to step S21TM4140 described later) is satisfied. Further, when the setting change mode is controlled when the power is cut off last time, the setting change mode is controlled based on the condition of the setting change mode transition condition (step S21TM4120 to step S21TM4140 described later) is satisfied. It will be.

In step S21TM4120, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the gaming machine frame 3 or the glass door frame 3a is in the open state (step S21TM4120). When the CPU 103 recognizes the open state of the gaming machine frame 3 or the open state of the glass door frame 3a (YES in step S21TM4120), it confirms whether or not the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (step S21TM4130). ..

If the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4130), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (step S21TM4140).

If the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4140), the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag to 1 (step S21TM4150). Then, the processes after step S21TM4510 related to the setting change mode shown in FIG. 9-7 are executed.

On the other hand, when the open state of the game machine frame 3 or the open state of the glass door frame 3a is not recognized in step S21TM4120 (NO in step S21TM4120), that is, the game machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are both. In the closed state, in step S21TM4130, the lock switch 21TM051 is not in the ON state (NO in step S21TM4130), and in step S21TM4140, the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is not in the ON state. (NO in step S21TM4140), the CPU 103 does not execute the processing after step S21TM4510 related to the setting change mode, and the setting value stored in the setting value storage area may be abnormal. The indicated set value abnormality error command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120.

When the effect control CPU 120 receives the set value abnormality error command, the image display device 5 notifies that the set value may be abnormal. For example, the message "The setting value may be abnormal" is displayed. Further, the effect control CPU 120 shifts the image display device 5 to the setting change mode when the power is turned off (the power switch 21TM055 is turned off) and then turned on again (when the power switch 21TM055 is turned on). The notification prompts the user to perform an operation for changing the set value (determine the set value). For example, the message "Please turn on the power again after the power is turned off to shift to the setting change mode" is displayed. It should be noted that the same notification may be performed by the voice output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined loop process (repetition of steps S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220) until the power is turned off.

In this loop processing, after the CPU 103 has performed a weight of 4 ms (step S21TM4200), the character "E" is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029, so that "the set value is not a normal value (0 to 5)". Although there is a possibility, the transition condition for controlling to the setting change mode (that all are determined to be YES in steps S21TM4120 to S21TM4140) is not satisfied and the transition to the setting change mode has not been performed. " Notify (step S21TM4210). Then, the security signal is output from the output terminal (terminal number 10) to which one end of the security signal line is connected (step S21TM4220). The security signal is input to an external device to which the other end of the security signal line is connected (for example, a hall computer that manages information on a plurality of game machines, a card unit or a ring lamp device provided corresponding to the game machine, etc.). Will be done.

During the loop processing period, the letter "E" is displayed every 4 ms on the 7-segment display provided in the display monitor 21TM029. By providing a weight of 4 ms, it is possible to prevent excessive heat from staying in the 7-segment display and damaging the display. In addition, the security signal is continuously output during the loop processing period. By outputting the security signal to the outside, a predetermined event (in this example, the set value is a normal value (0 to 5)) in the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on the input of the security signal in an external device such as a hall computer. ), But the transition condition for controlling to the setting change mode is not satisfied and the transition to the setting change mode has not occurred) can be identified.

The loop processing of step S21TM420 to step S21TM4220 is continued until the power supply is stopped (until the power switch 21TM055 is turned off).

That is, when the data check result of the backup RAM area is abnormal (NO in step S21TM4010), when the set value is not a normal value (NO in step S21TM4020), and when the power is cut off during the setting change (NO). That is, if the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on and YES is determined in step S21TM4030), the game should not be played in this state. Before shifting to normal game processing (for example, game control timer interrupt processing including prize ball processing, special symbol process processing, etc.), it is necessary to fix the set value of the set value storage area to a regular value. Therefore, the RAM clear flag is set to shift to the setting change mode.

In the present embodiment, in order to be in a state where the set value can be changed (setting change mode), (1) the game machine frame 3 is in the open state, and (2) the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state. (3) Three conditions are required that the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state. When it is confirmed by the determination process of step S21TM4120, step S21TM4130, and step S21TM4140 that all of the conditions (1) to (3) are satisfied, the CPU 103 is in a state where the set value can be changed ( It is possible to shift to the setting change mode).

If any of the conditions (1) to (3) is not satisfied, the change of the set value is not permitted, so that the set value of the set value storage area can be fixed to a regular value. It is not possible to shift to normal game processing. Therefore, if NO is determined in any of the determination processes of step S21TM4120, step S21TM4130, and step S21TM4140, the process proceeds to the loop process (step S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220) described above.

If the process shifts to the loop process (step S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220), the normal game process cannot be performed. Therefore, the clerk at the game hall must turn off the pachinko gaming machine 1 and turn it on again. It doesn't become. In this way, if the conditions for shifting to the setting change mode are not satisfied, the power is turned off once and all the conditions (1) to (3) are satisfied when the next power is turned on. Then, the mode is changed to the setting change mode, and the setting value of the setting value storage area is fixed to a regular value.

If any of the conditions (1) to (3) is not satisfied, the CPU 103 predetermines the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. It is also possible to urge the power to be turned off by emitting light in the power off instruction mode.

In the present embodiment, when the setting changing flag is not set (NO in step S21TM4030), the setting value is not allowed to be changed, but the setting value can be confirmed (setting confirmation mode). , (1) The game machine frame 3 is in the open state (YES in step S21TM4060), and (2) the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4070).

However, when the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030), (1) the game machine frame 3 is in the open state (YES in step S21TM4120), and (2) the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state. Even when the two conditions of (YES in step S21TM4130) are satisfied, the setting confirmation mode is not controlled. Even when these conditions (1) and (2) are satisfied, if it is determined in step S21TM4140 that the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is not in the ON state (NO), The game is controlled to the game stop state (loop processing in steps S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220) without being controlled by either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode.

Next, the processes related to the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode will be described with reference to FIGS. 9-7 and 9-8. In the process of FIG. 9-7, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 matches a normal value (any of 0 to 5 in this example) ( Step S21TM4510). If a regular value (0 to 5) is stored in the set value storage area (YES in step S21TM4510), the process proceeds to step S21TM4530. When a regular value (0 to 5) is not stored in the set value storage area (NO in step S21TM4510), the CPU 103 has the lowest jackpot probability "0" as a regular value in the set value storage area. Is stored (step S21TM4520). Then, the process proceeds to step S21TM4530.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a power cutoff process after performing a weight of 4 ms (step S21TM4530) (step S21TM4540). In the power cutoff process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not a power cutoff signal based on a power cutoff including an unexpected power failure is input, and if a power cutoff signal is input, the power supply Immediately before the operation becomes inoperable due to the stop, the power supply stop processing is executed. 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. That is, in the power cutoff process, check data is stored in a predetermined backup area.

As a result, when controlled to the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode (when the iterative processing of steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4620 or the iterative processing of steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4570 and step S21TM4650 is being performed), the power supply If a disconnection occurs, the data check will be properly executed in step S21TM4010 after the power is restored.

Next, the CPU 103 causes the display monitor 21TM029 to display the value corresponding to the set value (0 to 5 in this example) stored in the set value storage area (step S21TM4550). Here, the value displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 is a value (1 to 6) obtained by adding 1 to the value (0 to 5) stored in the set value storage area. Since the clerk of the game hall usually recognizes the range of the set value as 1 to 6, if the value stored in the set value storage area is displayed as it is on the display monitor 21TM029, the clerk of the game hall actually displays it. There is a risk of erroneously recognizing the set value of. Therefore, in this example, [value stored in the set value storage area + 1] is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 as a set value. Next, the CPU 103 outputs a security signal (step S21TM4560).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the RAM clear flag is 0 (step S21TM4570). If the RAM clear flag is 0 (YES in step S21TM4570), that is, if the RAM clear is not executed after the mode (here, the setting confirmation mode) ends, the CPU 103 specifies that the setting confirmation mode has been controlled. The setting confirmation mode command is transmitted (step S21TM4650), and the process proceeds to step S21TM4680. The effect control CPU 120 can identify that the game control microcomputer 100 has shifted to the setting confirmation mode based on the reception of the setting confirmation mode command. Therefore, it is possible to notify that the game machine is controlled to the setting confirmation mode by the image display device 5 and the speakers 8L and 8R.

On the other hand, if the RAM clear flag is 1 (NO in step S21TM4570), that is, if RAM clear is executed after the mode (here, the setting change mode) is completed, the CPU 103 changes the set value. Set the setting changing flag indicating that there is a possibility (step S21TM4580). Since the area in which the value of the setting changing flag is stored is included in the backup RAM area, the value of the setting changing flag is retained even when the power is turned off. Therefore, if a power failure occurs while the device is controlled to the setting change mode, the value of the setting changing flag is 1 (set state) when the power is turned on next time.

Next, the CPU 103 transmits a setting change mode command that specifies that the setting change mode has been controlled (step S21TM4590). The effect control CPU 120 can identify that the game control microcomputer 100 has shifted to the setting change mode based on the reception of the setting change mode command. Therefore, it is possible to notify that the game machine is controlled to the setting change mode by the image display device 5 and the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, the CPU 103 inputs the setting changeover switch information indicating whether or not the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 has been operated (step S21TM4600), and confirms whether or not the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 has been operated. (Step S21TM4610).

If the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is not operated (NO in step S21TM4610), the CPU 103 proceeds to step S21TM4680. When the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is operated (YES in step S21TM4610), the CPU 103 updates the setting value stored in the setting value storage area of the RAM 102 (step S21TM4620), and moves to step S21TM4680. Transition. The updated set value is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 in the next step S21TM4550.

Each time the clerk of the amusement park operates the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 (YES in step S21TM4610), the set value stored in the set value storage area is updated (step S21TM4620). For example, the regular setting value is in the range of 0 to 5, and the setting value stored in the setting value storage area when the setting change mode is controlled (when the power is turned on or when the power is cut off last time) is 3. If there is, the setting value stored in the setting value storage area is updated in the order of 3 → 4 → 5 → 0 → 1 → 2 → 3 for each setting change operation, and the display monitor 21TM029 responds accordingly. The displayed information will be updated in the order of 4 → 5 → 6 → 1 → 2 → 3 → 4.

Here, the display of the current setting value (step S21TM4550), the output of the security signal (step S21TM4560), and the transmission of the setting confirmation mode command (step S21TM4650) can be executed, but the setting change mode command is transmitted (step S21TM4590). ) And the state in which the update of the set value (step S21TM4620) cannot be executed corresponds to the setting confirmation mode in which the set value can be confirmed or the set value cannot be changed. During the period controlled by the setting confirmation mode, the processes of steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4570 and step S21TM4650 are repeatedly executed.

In the setting confirmation mode, the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES is determined in step S21TM4070), and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the OFF state (NO is determined in step S21TM4040 and the RAM clear flag). Is still 0).

In addition, the display of the current set value (step S21TM4550) and the output of the security signal (step S21TM4560) can be executed, and the setting change mode command can be transmitted (step S21TM4590) and the set value can be updated (step S21TM4620). The state corresponds to a setting change mode in which the set value can be confirmed and changed.

In the setting change mode, the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (determined as YES in step S21TM4070 or step S21TM4130), and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4040 or step S21TM4140). It is determined and controlled based on (the RAM clear flag is set to 1 in step S21TM4050 or step S21TM4150).

The setting confirmation mode command is a command that is transmitted only once when the setting confirmation mode is controlled. Therefore, when the CPU 103 transmits the setting confirmation mode command, it is possible to identify that the setting confirmation mode command has been transmitted, and the setting confirmation mode command transmission flag that does not require backup storage when the power is turned off should be set. , When the setting changing flag is cleared (step S21TM4720), the setting confirmation mode command transmission flag may be cleared. Then, the setting confirmation mode command may be transmitted only when the setting confirmation mode command transmission flag is not set. Similarly, the setting change mode command is a command that is transmitted only once when the setting change mode is controlled. Therefore, when the setting change mode command is transmitted, the CPU 103 should set the setting change mode command transmission flag which can identify that the setting change mode command has been transmitted and does not require backup storage when the power is turned off. , When the setting changing flag is cleared (step S21TM4720), the setting change mode command transmission flag may be cleared. Then, the setting change mode command may be transmitted only when the setting change mode command transmission flag is not set.

In step S21TM4680, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the lock switch 21TM051 is in the OFF state. Then, if the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (NO in step S21TM4680), the weight of 4 ms (step S21TM4530) is performed again, and then the processes after step S21TM4540 are repeated. That is, if the value of the RAM clear flag is 0, the control of the setting confirmation mode is continued, and if the value of the RAM clear flag is 1, the control of the setting change mode is continued.

In step S21TM4680, if the lock switch 21TM051 is in the OFF state (YES in step S21TM4680), the CPU 103 terminates the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode and sets 1000 ms as the value of the security signal timer (step S21TM4710). By setting a predetermined time as the value of the security signal timer, the security signal is continuously output until the value of the security signal timer becomes 0 ms from the predetermined time in the information output processing when the normal game processing is started. Will be done. For example, when the game control timer interrupt process is executed every 2 ms, the value of the security signal timer is subtracted by 2 ms, and the output of the security signal is stopped when the value reaches 0 ms. Therefore, at the time of step S21TM4710, the remaining output period of the security signal is set to 1000 ms regardless of whether the setting change mode has ended or the setting confirmation mode has ended.

That is, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (1), the output of the security signal is started corresponding to the start of the control of either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode (step S21TM4560), and the setting change mode and the setting confirmation Corresponding to the end of the control of any of the modes, the value of the security signal timer is set so that the security signal is continuously output until at least 1 sec has elapsed from the end of the control of either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. Set (step S21TM4710).

Here, the process of starting the output of the security signal in step S21TM4560 determines whether the mode is controlled by the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode (which mode is controlled). It is being executed as a common process (without). Further, in step S21TM4710, the process of setting the remaining output period of the security signal is also determined regardless of whether it is controlled in the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode (which mode is controlled). It is being executed as a common process. In this way, the security signal output control is simplified by sharing the security signal output start control and output end control between the case where the setting change mode is controlled and the case where the setting confirmation mode is controlled. , The control burden can be reduced.

In addition, the output of the security signal is started in response to the start of control in either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, and the security signal is output in response to the end of control in either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. By stopping, it is possible to appropriately notify an external device such as a hall computer that the game machine may have been controlled to the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode.

Here, in step S21TM4710 immediately after the control of the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is completed, a security signal is set to a common value (1000 ms) between the case where the setting change mode is controlled and the case where the setting confirmation mode is controlled. It is set in the timer. However, if both the output start control and the output end control of the security signal are shared between the case where the setting change mode is controlled and the case where the setting change mode is controlled, which mode is used on the external device side. It becomes difficult to grasp whether it is controlled.

Therefore, in the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9-9 (2), when the setting change mode is controlled, that is, when the RAM clear flag is set to 1, the security signal is once in step S21TM4710. After setting 1000 ms as the timer value, 30000 ms is reset (overwritten) as the security signal timer value in step S21TM1465 after clearing the RAM based on the determination of NO in step S21TM4770 described later. There is. That is, after the remaining output period of the security signal is once set to 1 sec, the remaining output period of the security signal is reset (overwritten) to 30 sec.

When the signal output control shown above is performed, the final output stop timing of the security signal is the setting confirmation mode end when the setting confirmation mode is controlled as shown in FIG. 9-9 (2). It is the timing when 1 sec has elapsed from the above, and when the setting change mode is controlled, the timing is 30 sec after the end of the setting change mode.

Specifically, when the setting confirmation mode is controlled (RAM is not cleared and the value of the security signal timer is not changed from 1 second), the game control timer interrupt after the interrupt is permitted is interrupted. In the process (for example, information output process), the output of the security signal is continued until the value of the security signal timer changes from 1000 ms to 0 ms, and the setting change mode is controlled (RAM clear is performed). When the value of the security signal timer is changed from 1 second to 30 seconds), the value of the security signal timer is changed from 30,000 ms to 0 ms in the game control timer interrupt process (for example, information output process) after the interrupt is permitted. The output of the security signal will be continued until becomes. In addition, when the setting confirmation mode is controlled, when the setting change mode is controlled, the value of the security signal timer is set for a predetermined time (1000 ms or 30000 ms) at the timing before the transition to the game control timer interrupt processing. ) To 0 ms, the output of the security signal may be continued, and after the output of the security signal is completed, the process may shift to the game control timer interrupt process.

In this way, the security signal is continuously output for at least 1 sec depending on whether the control of the setting confirmation mode is finished or the control of the setting change mode is finished, and the security signal is controlled to the setting change mode. In this case, the security signal is continuously output until 30 sec elapses after the control of the setting change mode is completed. With such a configuration, while standardizing the output control of the security signal, the output period of the security signal can be different depending on whether the mode is controlled in the setting confirmation mode or the setting change mode.

As a result, it is also possible to grasp whether the external device is controlled to the setting confirmation mode without executing the initialization process, or whether the initialization process is executed and controlled to the setting change mode. .. For example, if the output period of the security signal is less than 30 seconds, it can be specified that the setting confirmation mode is controlled without executing the initialization process, and if the output period of the security signal is 30 seconds or more, the initial setting is performed. It is possible to estimate that there is a possibility that the conversion process is executed and the setting change mode is controlled.

A security signal is also output when an error targeting the game stop such as a magnetic abnormality is detected by the abnormality detection sensor. The security signal in this case is continuously output until the power of the game machine is turned off. Further, the CPU 103 sets an abnormality detection flag in the backup area (however, the area cleared by the initialization process) of the RAM 102 based on the fact that the abnormality is detected by the abnormality detection sensor. Then, it is assumed that the security signal is output for 4 minutes based on the fact that the abnormality detection flag is set when the power is restored.

Here, when the setting confirmation mode is controlled at the time of power restoration, the RAM clear is not executed, so that the value of the abnormality detection flag is not initialized in the signal output processing and remains set. It is possible to continuously output the security signal for 4 minutes after the power is turned on. That is, it is possible not to limit the output period of the security signal to the period from the end of the control of the setting confirmation mode to the elapse of one second. On the other hand, if the setting change mode is controlled when the power is restored, the RAM is cleared, so the abnormality detection flag is cleared in the subsequent signal output processing (power off occurs). Sometimes it is unknown whether an abnormality has been detected), and as a result, the security signal output period is the period from the end of the setting change mode until 30 seconds have passed (depending on the execution of RAM clear). Period).

In the example shown in step S21TM4710 of FIG. 9-7, 1 second is set as the value of the security signal timer. The value of the security signal timer set to is at least a period during which the external device can recognize that the security signal has been output, for example, 50 ms or more. That is, a common 50 ms may be set as the value of the security signal timer when the setting change mode ends and when the setting confirmation mode ends.

After the process of step S21TM4710, the CPU 103 clears the setting changing flag (step S21TM4720). Here, if the power is cut off after that because the setting changing flag is cleared, it is determined that the setting changing flag is not set when the power is restored (NO in step S21TM4030). Become.

Next, the CPU 103 erases the set value displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 (step S21TM4730). Then, the set value (any of 0 to 5) stored in the set value storage area is set in the setting command, and the setting command is transmitted (step S21TM4760). Even if neither the setting change mode nor the setting confirmation mode is controlled when the power is turned on, the process of step S21TM4760 will be executed and the setting command will be transmitted.

Here, the player usually recognizes that the range of the set value is 1 to 6, and the value specified by the setting command (the value stored in the set value storage area) on the effect control CPU 120 side is directly imaged. If it is displayed on the display device 5, the player may misunderstand the set value. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 side recognizes the value obtained by adding 1 to the value (0 to 5) specified by the setting command as the set value (1 to 6), and sets the set values 1 to 6. In the range, the effect that suggests the set value is executed.

Not limited to such a form, the CPU 103 sets a value (1 to 6) obtained by adding 1 to the set value (0 to 5) stored in the set value storage area in the setting command to control the effect. It may be transmitted to the CPU 120 for use. As a result, the range of the set value specified by the setting command becomes 1 to 6, which matches the range normally recognized by the player. On the effect control CPU 120 side, the set value (1 to 6) specified by the setting command is displayed as it is on the image display device 5, or an effect suggesting the set value (1 to 6) specified by the setting command is executed. By doing so, the set value can be appropriately notified or suggested. Further, it is not necessary for the effect control CPU 120 side to perform addition processing on the set value specified by the received setting command, and the control load on the effect control CPU 120 side can be reduced.

As described above, the effect control CPU 120 can specify that the setting confirmation mode or the setting change mode has ended by receiving the setting command. In addition, it is possible to suggest the set value by executing the effect according to the set value specified by the setting command. For example, it is possible to suggest the set value to the player by making the mode of the ending effect executed when the jackpot game state ends different according to the designated set value.

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the RAM clear flag is 0 (step S21TM4770).

Here, when the value of the RAM clear flag is 0 (YES in step S21TM4770), the data check result of the backup RAM area is normal (YES in step S21TM4010), and the set value is a normal value (step). It is determined that S21TM4020 is YES), the power is not cut off during the setting change (NO in step S21TM4030), and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the OFF state (NO in step S21TM4040). ) Therefore, it is sufficient to execute the process at the time of power failure recovery without clearing the RAM.

When the value of the RAM clear flag is 0, the CPU 103 executes a process when the data check result of the backup RAM area is normal when the power is turned on, and after the interrupt is permitted, the game control timer interrupt process (special). (Including design process processing, etc.) That is, when neither the setting change mode nor the setting confirmation mode is controlled, or when the control of the setting confirmation mode is completed, the CPU 103 performs RAM based on the value of the RAM clear flag being 0. Without executing clear, a backup command will be sent as a command when the power is turned off and restored, and the normal game processing will be started.

In the effect control CPU 120, based on the reception of this backup command (command at the time of recovery), the recovery from the power failure was performed based on the data at the time of power supply stop (RAM clear is not performed). That) is recognized. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the backup command, the effect device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R, and the frame LED 9 is restored from the power failure based on the data when the power supply is stopped. (RAM clearing has not been performed) can be notified.

On the other hand, the fact that the value of the RAM clear flag is 1 (NO in step S21TM4770) means that the RAM clear is set to 1 in step S21TM4050 or step S21TM4150, and it is determined to execute the RAM clear. Therefore, it is sufficient to execute the process at the time of turning on the power accompanied by clearing the RAM.

When the value of the RAM clear flag is 1, the CPU 103 executes a process of setting 30 seconds as the value of the security signal timer and a process when the data check result of the backup RAM area is abnormal when the power is turned on. , After the interrupt is permitted, the process may be shifted to the game control timer interrupt process (including the special symbol process process).

As shown in FIG. 9-8, the CPU 103 performs the RAM clear process based on the RAM clear flag being 1 (step S21TM1410). In the RAM clear processing, the data (special symbol process flag, probability change flag, time saving flag, hold storage, etc.) indicating the game state before the power supply is stopped stored in the game state information storage area of the RAM 102 is cleared, and the initial value is obtained. Is set, but the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 is not cleared and is not changed before the RAM clear process. In addition, the area in which each aggregated value (game information that can be displayed on the display monitor 21TM029) such as the continuous ratio, the combination ratio, and the base is stored for each set value is not cleared, and each aggregated value for each set value is not cleared. The value does not change before the RAM clear process. Then, by displaying the character "C" on the display monitor 21TM029 or the like, it is notified that the game state has been initialized (step S21TM1420). By the RAM clear processing, predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) is initialized to 0, but is an arbitrary value or a predetermined value. It may be initialized to. Further, the entire area of the RAM 102 may not be initialized, and predetermined data (for example, data of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining a normal symbol hit) may be left as it is.

The reason why the set value stored in the set value storage area is not cleared in this RAM clear process is as follows: (a) If the setting change mode is not controlled, a regular value is set in the set value storage area when the power is turned on. It means that the value has been stored (YES in step S21TM4020), and (b) if the setting change mode is controlled, the value of the setting value storage area is set to 0 (step S21TM4520) or the setting change mode is in progress. This is because the regular value is stored by the operation (step S21TM4610 and step S21TM4620). Further, after the RAM clear processing, the setting change mode cannot be controlled, and there is no opportunity to change the value stored in the setting value storage area.

Next, the CPU 103 sets the start address of the initialization table stored in the ROM 101 as a pointer (step S21TM1430), and sequentially sets the contents of the initialization table in the work area (step S21TM1440). By the processing of step S21TM1430 and step S21TM1440, for example, a random number counter for determining a normal symbol hit, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, and other flags for selectively performing processing according to the control state. The initial value is set.

After executing step S21TM1430 and step S21TM1440, the CPU 103 reads out the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 (step S21TM1450). In the game control timer interrupt process described later, the jackpot determination in the special symbol process process is executed based on the set value read here. Next, the CPU 103 transmits an initialization command that specifies that the initialization process has been performed when the power is turned on (or when the setting change mode ends) (step S21TM1460). In the effect control CPU 120, the initialization process is performed based on the reception of this initialization command (the RAM is cleared without the recovery from the power failure based on the data when the power supply is stopped). Recognize what was done). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the initialization command, for example, in the effect devices such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R, and the frame LED 9, the game state and the like are initialized (data when the power supply is stopped). It is possible to notify that the RAM has been cleared without recovering from the power failure based on the above.

Next, the CPU 103 sets 30 seconds as the value of the security signal timer (step S21TM1465). As a result, the value (1 second) of the security signal timer set in step S21TM4710 after the setting change mode ends is changed (overwritten) to the value (30 seconds) corresponding to the execution of RAM clear. become. Further, when the RAM clear is executed without being controlled by either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, step S21TM4710 is not executed (1 second is set as the value of the security signal timer). Without), the value of the security signal timer is set to 30 seconds corresponding to the RAM clear being executed. On the other hand, when the RAM clear is not executed (including the case where the setting confirmation mode is controlled), the process of this step S21TM1465 is not executed, so that the value of the security signal timer is 1 second set in step S21TM4710. There is up to.

Since the value of the security signal timer is set in step S21TM1465 or step S21TM4710 described above, the security signal is output in the game control timer interrupt process after the interrupt is permitted (information output process). After that, every time the game control timer interrupt process is executed by the interrupt permission, the value of the security signal timer is subtracted by 2 ms, and the output of the security signal is stopped at the timing when the value of the security signal timer becomes 0. Will be.

Then, the CPU 103 executes the setting process of the serial communication circuit 21TM505 (step S21TM1480). In this setting process, a connection confirmation signal is output from the output circuit 21TM067 of the main board 11 to the input circuit 21TM373A of the payout control board 21TM037. Further, the serial communication circuit 21TM505 of the game control microcomputer 100 and the serial communication circuit 21TM380 of the payout control microcomputer 21TM370 are set in a state in which communication can be executed.

Next, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S21TM1490). The CPU 103 makes settings for causing the random number circuit 104 to update the value of the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, for example, by executing the process according to the random number circuit setting program.

Then, in step S21TM1500, the CPU 103 sets the CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 100 so that the timer interrupt is periodically applied at predetermined time (for example, 2 ms). That is, as an initial value, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 ms is set in a predetermined register (time constant register). In this embodiment, it is assumed that the timer interrupt is periodically applied every 2 ms.

Next, the CPU 103 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (step S21TM1520) and the initial value random number update process (step S21TM1530). When executing the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process, the interrupt prohibition state is set (step S21TM1510), and when the execution of the display random number update process and the initial value random number update process is completed, the interrupt enable state is set. Set (step S21TM1540). As a result, the game shifts to the normal game processing in which the game control timer interrupt processing can be executed. In this embodiment, the display random number is a random number for determining the stop symbol of the special symbol when it is not a big hit, or a random number for determining whether or not to reach when it is not a big hit, and is for display. The random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating a random number for display. The initial value random number update process is a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number. In this embodiment, the initial value random number determines the initial value of the count value of the counter for generating a random number for determining whether or not to hit the normal symbol (normal symbol hit determination random number generation counter). It is a random number to do. Game control processing that controls the progress of the game, which will be described later (the game control microcomputer 100 controls the game devices such as the effect display device, the variable winning ball device, and the ball payout device provided in the game machine. In the process of performing, or the process of transmitting a command signal to be controlled by another microcomputer, also called the game device control process), the count value of the normal symbol hit judgment random number is one lap (normal symbol hit judgment random number taking). The initial value is set in the counter when the step is taken by the number of numerical values between the minimum value and the maximum value of the possible value.

In this example, when the RAM clear flag is determined to be 0 (YES) in step S21TM4770, the CPU 103 determines whether or not both the gaming machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are in the closed state. Without confirmation (regardless of the state of the game machine frame 3 or the glass door frame 3a), the process shifts to the process at the time of power failure recovery, but the RAM clear flag is set in step S21TM4770, not limited to such a form. If it is determined to be 0 (YES), the condition is that both the game machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are in the closed state (depending on the state of the game machine frame 3 or the glass door frame 3a). You may move to the process when the power is cut off and restored.

Further, in this example, when the CPU 103 determines in step S21TM4770 that the RAM clear flag is 1 (NO), the CPU 103 determines whether the gaming machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are both in the closed state. Without confirmation (regardless of the state of the game machine frame 3 or the glass door frame 3a), the process shifts to the process at the time of turning on the power (process after step S21TM1410 (RAM clear)). Not limited to this, when the RAM clear flag is determined to be 1 (NO) in step S21TM4770, the gaming machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are both in the closed state (game machine frame). 3 or depending on the state of the glass door frame 3a), the process at the time of turning on the power (process after step S21TM1410 (RAM clear)) may be started.

As shown above, the clerk of the amusement park puts the pachinko game machine 1 into the setting change mode by turning on the lock switch 21TM051 and turning on the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 when the power is turned on. It is possible to control it, and it is also possible to initialize the game state and the like (execute RAM clear). Further, by turning on the lock switch 21TM051 and turning off the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 when the power is turned on, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be controlled to the setting confirmation mode, and the gaming state, etc. Is not initialized (NO is determined in step S21TM4040 or step S21TM4140 and the RAM clear flag is not set to 1). In this way, the clerk at the amusement park can select whether to control the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, and can also select whether to initialize the gaming state or the like. There is.

As described above, if the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on, it means that the setting change mode was controlled when the power was turned off, so the setting value is in an unstable state. There is a possibility that the set value to be confirmed on the playground side is not stored in the set value storage area. In the examples shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8, the CPU 103 is in a game stopped state (step) without shifting to the normal game processing based on the fact that the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030). S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220 (loop processing) can be controlled, and a security signal is output in response to control to the game stop state (step S21TM4220).

With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the game from being started in a state where the set value is unstable (the game control timer interrupt process is executed), and when the power is turned on, the power is supplied. It is possible to notify the external device that the setting change mode was controlled when an interrupt occurred.

Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8, the CPU 103 has a condition for shifting to the setting change mode based on the fact that the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030). When step S21TM4120 to step S21TM4140 are all YES) is not satisfied, a set value error error command is transmitted (step S21TM4190), and a display monitor is displayed in the game stopped state (loop processing of steps S21TM420 to step S21TM4220). An error display for displaying the character "E" is performed on 21TM029 (step S21TM4210).

In the example shown in FIG. 9-10, by displaying the character "E" on each of the 7-segment displays 21TM029A to 21TM029D constituting the display monitor 21TM029, an abnormality occurs in the clerk of the amusement park (in the setting change mode). (There is a possibility that the power supply was cut off while it was being controlled) is clearly notified. In addition, the effect control CPU 120 that has received the setting value abnormality error command displays the message "Please turn on the power again after the power is turned off to shift to the setting change mode" on the image display device 5, thereby displaying the game hall. Operation to change the set value by shifting to the setting change mode when the power is turned on again (when the power switch 21TM055 is turned on) after the power is turned off (power switch 21TM055 is turned off). Is notified to prompt the user to perform (determine the set value).

In this example, (a) when the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on, and the transition condition for controlling the setting change mode is satisfied, that is, (i) the game machine frame 3 is set. It is in the open state (YES in step S21TM4120), (iii) the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4130), and (iii) the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (step S21TM4140). If YES) is determined, the setting change mode is controlled. As a result, the error display on the main board 11 side (step S21TM4210: display of "E" on the display monitor 21TM029) is not executed, and the message display on the effect control board 12 side ("The power is turned on again after the power is turned off"). Please move to the setting change mode ") will not be performed either.

Here, in the effect control CPU 120 that has received the setting change mode command (step S21TM4590), the image display device 5 has controlled the setting change mode, that is, the setting change operation (operation of the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052). ), It is possible to notify that the set value can be changed. For example, the message "In the setting change mode" or the message "Please change the setting value by performing the setting change operation" can be displayed on the image display device 5. As a result, the clerk of the amusement park can grasp that the setting change mode is controlled, and by operating the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052, the setting value stored in the setting value storage area By switching the lock switch 21TM051 to the OFF state after changing to the planned set value, the set value can be fixed and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be shifted to the normal game processing.

On the other hand, (b) when the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on, and the transition condition for controlling the setting change mode is not satisfied, that is, among the above (i) to (iii). If any of the conditions is not satisfied, the game is stopped (step S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220 loop processing) after the setting value error error command is transmitted (step S21TM4190) without being controlled by the setting change mode. .. As a result, an error display on the main board 11 side (step S21TM4210: display of "E" on the display monitor 21TM029) is executed, and a message display on the effect control board 12 side ("The power is turned on again after the power is turned off"). Please move to the setting change mode. ") Will also be performed.

In this way, the error display on the main board 11 side (step S21TM4210: display of "E" on the display monitor 21TM029) is executed, and the message display on the effect control board 12 side ("The power is turned on again after the power is turned off"). If the setting change mode is also performed, the condition for shifting to the setting change mode after the power is restored is the state of the game machine even though the power is cut off during the setting change mode. It will be notified that the state is not established. In this case, the clerk of the game hall, etc. knows that the game is not controlled in the setting change mode and is in the game stop state (it is necessary to turn on the power again to control the setting change mode). It is possible. Therefore, after the power is turned off once, the power is turned on again by operating so that all the conditions (i) to (iii) for shifting to the setting change mode are satisfied. Then, in the setting change mode, by operating the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052, the setting value stored in the setting value storage area is changed to the planned setting value, and then the lock switch 21TM051 is turned off. By switching to the state, the set value can be fixed and the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be shifted to the normal gaming process.

In this way, when the power is cut off in the setting change mode, the state of the game machine can be appropriately notified when the power is restored.

Here, if the condition for shifting to the setting change mode is satisfied when the power is restored (a), an error display (step S21TM4210: display of "E" on the display monitor 21TM029) is displayed on the main board 11 side. It will automatically shift to the setting change mode without being disturbed, and it is possible to avoid unnecessary error display and prompt the user to change the setting value appropriately.

On the other hand, if the condition for shifting to the setting change mode is not satisfied when the power is restored (b), the mode cannot be switched to the setting change mode when the power is restored even though the power is cut off during the setting change mode. Since it is in the state, it is forcibly controlled to the game stop state (loop processing of step S21TM420 to step S21TM4220), and an error display (step S21TM4210: display of "E" on the display monitor 21TM029) on the main board 11 side is displayed. It will be done. As a result, it is possible to limit the progress of the game in an unstable state in which the set value is not fixed, and it is possible to realize appropriate game control.

When the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030), the transition conditions (i) to (iii) for shifting to the setting change mode are all satisfied, and the transition condition (i) is satisfied. )-(Iii) may not be satisfied, and different commands may be sent as commands indicating that the set value may be abnormal.

For example, if the transition condition is satisfied, it is a command indicating that the set value may be abnormal, and the mode has been changed to the setting change mode (or the condition for transition is satisfied). On the production control CPU 120 that receives this command, the message "The setting value may be abnormal" and the message "It is automatically controlled to the setting change mode" are displayed as images. It is preferable to display it on the device 5. On the other hand, if the transition condition is not satisfied, it is preferable to send the setting value abnormality error command in step S21TM4190 as described above.

After the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is completed and the normal game processing is started, (1) the lock switch 21TM051 is operated when both the game machine frame 3 and the glass door frame 3a are closed. A lock switch operation command is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 to the effect control CPU 120 according to the fact (from the OFF state to the ON state), and (2) the setting changeover switch (clear switch). ) 21TM052 is operated (from the OFF state to the ON state), and the setting changeover switch operation command is transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 to the effect control CPU 120.

Then, the effect control board 12 (effect control CPU 120) is controlled in either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode based on the reception of the lock switch operation command and / or the setting changeover switch operation command. Despite the fact that there is no such operation, it is possible to identify that an operation for changing the set value has been performed and notify the fact. For example, based on the reception of the lock switch operation command, the image display device 5 executes an abnormal operation warning notification that displays the characters "lock switch operation has been detected." In addition, based on the reception of the setting changeover switch operation command, the abnormal operation warning notification that displays the characters "Operation of the setting changeover switch has been detected." Is executed. As a result, the clerk of the amusement park clearly understands that the operation for changing the set value has been performed even though it is not controlled by either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode, and is illegal. It is possible to confirm whether or not is performed.

Not limited to such a form, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the lock switch 21TM051 has been operated after the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode is completed and the normal game processing is started. The lock switch operation command and the setting changeover switch operation command may not be transmitted without confirming whether or not the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 has been operated. In this way, during the period during which the normal game processing (game control timer interrupt processing) is being executed, the execution status of the operation for changing the set value and the operation for confirming the set value is not confirmed. This makes it possible to reduce the control load on the game control microcomputer 100.

(Modified example of processing at power-on)
In the example shown in FIG. 9-6, when the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on (YES in step S21TM4030), (i) the gaming machine frame 3 is in the open state (YES in step S21TM4120). ), (Ii) The lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4130), and (iii) the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (YES in step S21TM4140). Only when it was confirmed that the RAM clear flag was set to 1 (step S21TM4150), the mode was changed to the setting change mode (NO in step S21TM4570).

Not limited to such a form, as shown in FIG. 9-11, when the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on (YES in step S21TM4030), the three conditions (i) to (iii) are satisfied. The RAM clear flag may be set to 1 (step S21TM4150) and the mode may be shifted to the setting change mode (NO in step S21TM4570) without confirming whether or not it is satisfied.

In the process shown in FIG. 9-11, if the data check result of the backup RAM area is abnormal (NO in step S21TM4010) or the set value is not a normal value (NO in step S21TM4020), the setting changing flag is set. If this is the case (YES in step S21TM4030), the RAM clear flag is set to 1 (step S21TM4150) without determining whether the conditions (i) to (iii) are satisfied, and the setting is changed. The portion controlled by the mode (NO in step S21TM4570) and not controlled in the game stopped state (process corresponding to the loop process of step S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220) is different from the process shown in FIG. 9-6. The other parts are the same as the processes shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8.

Even in such a form, the RAM clear flag is set to 1 and the setting is changed to the setting change mode based on the setting changing flag being set when the power is turned on. It is possible to appropriately determine the state of the game machine when the power is cut off during the change.

In the example shown in FIG. 9-11, when the setting changing flag is not set (NO in step S21TM4030), (i) the gaming machine frame 3 is in the open state, and (ii) the lock switch 21TM051 is turned on. It is controlled to the setting change mode based on the three conditions that the state is in the state and the (iii) clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state (determined as NO in step S21TM4570). (The setting value of the setting value storage area can be changed), whereas when the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030), (i) to (iii) Regardless of whether or not the three conditions are satisfied, the setting change mode is forcibly controlled.

In this way, if a power failure occurs while the setting change mode is being controlled, the three conditions (i) to (iii) are based on the fact that the setting changing flag is set when the power is restored. By automatically controlling the setting change mode regardless of whether or not is satisfied, the workability for fixing the set value can be improved.

Here, when the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030), the setting is made even if the condition (ii) that the lock switch 21TM051 is ON (YES in step S21TM4130) is not satisfied. It will be controlled to the change mode. As a result, in the setting change mode, the setting value stored in the setting value storage area is changed by operating the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 while the lock switch 21TM051 remains OFF. (Step S21TM461-10 in FIG. 9-7).

As described above, the condition for ending the setting change mode is to switch the lock switch 21TM051 from the ON state to the OFF state (determine YES in step S21TM4680). Therefore, in order to confirm the set value and end the setting change mode, the clerk of the amusement park who has performed the operation of changing the set value temporarily turns the lock switch 21TM051 from the OFF state if the lock switch 21TM051 is in the OFF state. After switching to the ON state, the lock switch 21TM051 is switched from the ON state to the OFF state (YES is determined in step S21TM4680).

In this way, the condition for starting the control of the setting change mode depending on whether the setting changing flag is not set (NO in step S21TM4030) or the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030). By making the conditions for ending the control of the setting change mode (the operation of switching the lock switch 21TM051 from the ON state to the OFF state) common, the conditions for ending the control of the setting change mode are clarified. We are trying to properly shift to normal game processing.

Here, when the setting change mode is controlled based on the setting changing flag being set (YES in step S21TM4030), a notification prompting the lock switch 21TM051 to be turned ON may be performed. good. For example, when the setting changing flag is set (YES in step S21TM4030), the CPU 103 sets the RAM clear flag to 1 in step S21TM4150 and transmits a setting value abnormality error command (in step S21TM4190 described above). The corresponding process is executed), and the effect control CPU 120 that receives the set value error error command (step S21TM4110) says, "Turn on the lock switch once, and then switch it off after changing the set value." The message may be displayed on the image display device 5.

In the processes shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8 and 9-11, it is not possible to shift to the normal game process when the setting changing flag is set. Therefore, when the pachinko machine maker ships the pachinko game machine 1 (before installation in the game hall), the setting changing flag is set in advance, and then the game hall side goes through the setting change mode. Unless the set value is changed and the setting change mode is terminated, the pachinko gaming machine 1 cannot be played. As a result, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed in the game hall, it is possible to ensure that the pachinko game machine 1 is controlled to the setting change mode to perform the setting change operation and take measures to determine the set value.

(Set value storage control when the power is cut off while changing the set value)
Next, the set value storage control when a power failure occurs while changing the set value will be described with reference to FIGS. 9-12. In the example shown in FIG. 9-7, the setting value itself stored in the setting value storage area is changed by operating the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 in the setting change mode.

First, regarding the control when the power is cut off before the lock switch 21TM051 is switched from the ON state to the OFF state (before the end of the setting change mode) by performing the operation of changing the set value during the setting change mode, FIG. This will be described with reference to -12 (1).

As shown in order 1, when the power is turned on, the lock switch 21TM051 is set to the ON state (the clear switch 21TM052 is also set to the ON state) and the setting change mode is controlled. In this example, when the power is turned on, "0" is stored as a set value in the set value storage area of the RAM 102. Next, as shown in order 2, the set value "0" stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 is read as the setting change mode is started, and the read set value is set to 1. "1" is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. At this point, the lock switch 21TM051 remains ON.

Next, as shown in order 3, the set value stored in the set value storage area is "0" based on the operation of the first setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 in the setting change mode. Is changed to "1", and "2", which is obtained by adding 1 to the changed set value, is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. At this point, the lock switch 21TM051 remains ON. Further, as shown in order 4, the setting value stored in the setting value storage area is "1" based on the second operation of the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 in the setting change mode. Is changed to "2", and "3", which is obtained by adding 1 to the changed set value, is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. At this point, the lock switch 21TM051 remains ON.

Next, as shown in order 5, it is assumed that the power supply is cut off while the lock switch 21TM051 remains ON in the setting change mode, that is, before the operation for ending the setting change mode is performed. At this time, the set value "2" after the operation of the second setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is stored in the set value storage area. In the power off state, the set value "2" stored in the set value storage area formed in the backup area of the RAM 102 is retained as it is.

Next, as shown in order 6, when the power is turned on, the lock switch 21TM051 is set to the ON state (the clear switch 21TM052 is also set to the ON state) and the setting change mode is controlled. At the time of turning on the power, "2" is stored as a set value in the set value storage area of the RAM 102. This set value "2" is a value stored in the set value storage area when the power is cut off during the previous setting change mode.

Next, as shown in order 7, the set value "2" stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 is read as the setting change mode is started, and the read set value is set to 1. "3" is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. At this point, the lock switch 21TM051 remains ON.

Since the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on in order 6, when the control shown in FIG. 9-11 described above is applied, even if the lock switch 21TM051 is in the OFF state (or cleared). Even if the switch 21TM052 is in the OFF state), it will be automatically controlled to the setting change mode. Therefore, the state of the lock switch 21TM051 in the order 6 and the order 7 may be an OFF state.

In this way, if the set value is changed in the setting change mode and the power is cut off without turning off the lock switch 21TM051 (without ending the setting change mode), the power is restored. , The set value after the change in the previous setting change mode is held in the set value storage area. Therefore, when the power is restored, the set value that has already been planned may be set. In this case, the clerk at the game hall ends the setting change mode without performing an operation to change the set value again. Since the game machine may be shifted to the normal game processing, the workability can be improved.

Next, regarding the control when the power is cut off after the lock switch 21TM051 is switched from the ON state to the OFF state (after the setting change mode ends) by the operation of changing the set value during the setting change mode. This will be described with reference to FIG. 9-12 (2).

The order 1 to order 4 are the same as the example shown in FIG. 9-12 (1), and the description thereof will be omitted. Next, as shown in order 5, in the setting change mode, the lock switch 21TM051 is switched from the ON state to the OFF state, so that the setting change mode ends. As a result, the set value "2" after the operation of the second setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is performed is fixed as the final set value. At this time, "2" is stored as a set value in the set value storage area, and "3" is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 by adding 1 to the confirmed set value.

After that, as shown in order 6, it is assumed that the operation of turning off the power switch 21TM055 is performed and the power supply is stopped. In this power-off state, the set value "2" stored in the set value storage area formed in the backup area of the RAM 102 is held as it is.

Next, as shown in order 7, when the power is turned on, the lock switch 21TM051 is set to the ON state (the clear switch 21TM052 is also set to the ON state) and the setting change mode is controlled. At the time of turning on the power, "2" is stored as a set value in the set value storage area of the RAM 102. This setting value "2" is a value finally stored in the setting value storage area at the end of the previous setting change mode.

Next, as shown in order 8, the set value "2" stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 is read as the setting change mode is started, and the read set value is set to 1. "3" is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. At this point, the lock switch 21TM051 remains ON.

As shown in FIGS. 9-12 (1) and 9-12, when the power supply is cut off while the setting change mode is controlled, and when the power supply is stopped after the setting change mode control is completed. In either case, when the power is restored, the set value after being changed according to the setting change operation in the previous setting change mode, that is, the set value stored in the set value storage area immediately before the power is turned off, is , It is a valid setting value (setting value stored in the setting storage area when the power is restored).

The memory control of the set value shown in FIG. 9-12 is not limited. That is, the setting value stored in the setting value storage area when controlled in the setting change mode is copied to the setting information temporary storage area, and the setting changeover switch (clear switch) is used when the setting change mode is controlled. When 21TM052 is operated, the setting value stored in the setting information temporary storage area is changed without changing the setting value in the setting value storage area, and the setting change mode is terminated (lock switch 21TM051 is turned on). Based on the operation of switching from the state to the OFF state), the setting value stored in the setting information temporary storage area is stored (overwritten) in the setting value storage area to confirm the setting value. You may. In this case, the set value to be displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 is a value (1 to 6) obtained by adding 1 to the set value (0 to 5) stored in the set information temporary storage area. As the set value stored in is changed, the set value displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 also changes.

With such a configuration, the setting is controlled even when the setting change mode is performed when the power is turned on (when the setting value displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 is changed). If the power is cut off without completing the operation to end the change mode (without switching the lock switch 21TM051 to the OFF state), the set value stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 is the power supply. It means that it has not been changed since it was turned on (before the setting change operation was performed in the setting change mode). That is, in the power supply stop state, the set value stored in the set value storage area at the time of the previous power-on is still held. Therefore, the set value displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 (first display unit 21TM029A) when controlled to the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode after the power is restored is stored in the set value storage area of the RAM 102 when the power is turned on last time. It becomes a value according to the set value that was set.

In this way, the set value when the power is cut off while being controlled in the setting change mode can be appropriately set. Further, when the power supply is stopped in an unstable state in which the setting change mode is not ended, the change of the setting value can be restricted.

For the control related to the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode shown in the above embodiment, a plurality of setting values (for example, 0 to 5) are provided, and the jackpot probability differs depending on the setting values. It is applicable, but not limited to this, although a plurality of set values (for example, 0 to 5) are provided, the jackpot probability is common regardless of the set value (for example, for all of the set values 0 to 5). It can also be applied to a game machine (with a jackpot probability of 1/300).

Further, the present feature section 21TM discloses the following inventions.

As shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902 (paragraph 0007), a gaming machine including a setting changing means for changing a setting value in a plurality of stages based on a setting changing operation from the outside has been proposed. Further, as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2014-200506 (paragraph 0102), a gaming machine has been proposed in which a "big hit signal" or the like is output from an external output terminal of a main control board. Regarding a gaming machine as described in JP-A-2010-20092 (paragraph 0007), when it is necessary for the external device to grasp the control state related to the setting when changing the setting value or the like. However, even if the signal output technique of the conventional gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2014-500206 (paragraph 0102) is applied, there is a problem that it is difficult for the external device to grasp this. is there. The invention according to the means O1 to the means O4 is made in view of the above-mentioned actual conditions, and an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of appropriately notifying a control state related to a setting to the outside of the game machine.

The gaming machine of means O1 is a gaming machine (pachinko) capable of executing control (big hit determination processing in special symbol process processing, etc.) according to a set value (six stages of set values 0 to 5 in which the range of random numbers for jackpot determination is different). In the game machine 1), the setting value can be confirmed with the setting change mode control means (game control microcomputer 100 capable of executing steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4620) capable of controlling the setting change mode in which the setting value can be changed. A setting confirmation mode control means (a game control microcomputer 100 capable of executing steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4570 and step S21TM4650) capable of controlling the setting confirmation mode, and control of either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. A specific signal output means that outputs a specific signal (security signal) in response to the start (a game control microcomputer 100 that outputs a security signal in step S21TM4560) and a value related to a period during which the specific signal is output (security signal timer). A setting means (a game control microcomputer 100 for setting a value of a security signal timer) for setting a value) is provided, and the setting means is controlled in a case where the setting change mode is controlled and a setting confirmation mode. It is possible to set a predetermined value common to the above cases (1 second is set as the value of the security signal timer in step S21TM4710), and the specific signal output means is either the setting change mode or the setting confirmation mode. Corresponding to the end of control, a specific signal is output until at least the period corresponding to the predetermined value elapses (when the setting confirmation mode ends, the security signal continues until one second elapses from the end of the setting confirmation mode. The security signal is continuously output when the setting change mode ends and 30 seconds have passed from the end of the setting change mode). According to this, the state of the gaming machine related to the setting can be appropriately notified to the external device.

The gaming machine of the means O2 is the gaming machine of the means O1, and the RAM is cleared based on the initialization means for initializing the gaming state (step S21TM4050, step S21TM4150 in which the RAM clear flag is set (step S21TM1410). The game control microcomputer 100) is provided, and the initialization means initializes the game state according to the control of the setting change mode (when controlled to the setting change mode, it is controlled to the setting change mode). After the RAM clear is executed later), the setting means sets the predetermined value (after setting 1 second as the value of the security signal timer in step S21TM4710), and then has a period corresponding to the predetermined value. A specific value corresponding to a long period can be set (when RAM clear is executed, 30 seconds can be set as the value of the security signal timer in step S21TM1465), and the specific signal output means changes the setting. Corresponding to the end of mode control, a specific signal is output until the period corresponding to the specific value elapses (the security signal is continued until 30 seconds have passed from the end of the setting change mode due to the end of the setting change mode. And output). According to this, in both cases when the control of the setting change mode is finished and when the control of the setting confirmation mode is finished, a specific signal is output for at least the period corresponding to the predetermined value, and the setting is changed. When controlled to a mode, a specific signal is output for a period longer than the period corresponding to the predetermined value. Therefore, the setting process by the setting means is standardized and the output is different between the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode. It is possible to set the period.

The game machine of the means O3 is a game machine of the means O1 or the means O2, and in the setting change mode, a specific operation for ending the setting change mode (the lock switch 21TM051 was turned off in step S21TM4680). When the power supply to the game machine is stopped without performing detection), the specific information storage means (in the backup area of the RAM 102, the setting change mode) for storing the specific information (setting changing flag) has been entered. Based on this, the game control microcomputer 100) is provided, which sets the setting changing flag in step S21TM4580 and clears the setting changing flag in step S21TM4720 based on the end of the setting change mode, and supplies power to the game machine. When the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means (when it is determined in step S21TM4030 at the time of power restoration that the setting changing flag is set), the game is stopped. It is also possible to output a specific signal (the process of step S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220 is repeatedly executed until the power is turned off based on the fact that the condition for shifting to the setting change mode is not satisfied). And. According to this, when the power supply is stopped during the control of the setting change mode, the state of the game machine can be appropriately notified to the external device when the power supply is restarted.

The game machine of the means O4 is any game machine selected from the means O1 to the means O3, and is a game control means for controlling the progress of the game (a game control microcomputer that executes a game control timer interrupt process). The game control means includes a display means (display monitor 21TM029) and the setting change mode control means (steps S21TM4530 to step), comprising 100) and an effect control means (CPU 120 for effect control) for controlling the execution of the effect. The game control microcomputer 100 that executes the process of S21TM4620) and the operation in which the lock switch 21TM051 is turned off in step S21TM4680 without performing a specific operation for terminating the setting change mode in the setting change mode. Is set in step S21TM4580 based on the shift to the setting change mode in the backup area of the RAM 102, which stores specific information when the power supply to the game machine is stopped (without being detected). A game control microcomputer 100) that sets the changing flag and clears the setting changing flag in step S21TM4720 based on the end of the setting change mode, and power supply to the game machine is started. In this case, when the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means (when it is determined in step S21TM4030 at the time of power restoration that the setting changing flag is set), the display means notifies the error. It is possible to transmit an error command to the effect control means (in step S21TM4190, a set value abnormality error command is transmitted, and in the error display of step S21TM4210, the character "E" is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029. In response to receiving the error command, the effect control means notifies the image display device 5 to prompt an operation for changing the set value ("returns the power supply after the power is turned off" to the image display device 5. It is characterized by displaying the message "Please turn on and shift to the setting change mode"). According to this, it is possible to appropriately notify the clerk of the game hall of the state of the game machine and prompt the operation for changing the set value.

Further, as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902 (paragraph 0007), a gaming machine including a setting changing means for changing a setting value in a plurality of stages based on a setting changing operation from the outside has been proposed. In a gaming machine as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902 (paragraph 0007), it is necessary to appropriately notify the state of the gaming machine when the power supply is stopped when the set value is changed. The inventions according to the means P1 to the means P4 have been made in view of the above-mentioned actual conditions, and provide a gaming machine that appropriately notifies the state of the gaming machine when the power supply is stopped when the set value is changed. To provide.

The gaming machine of the means P1 is a gaming machine (pachinko) capable of executing control (big hit determination processing in special symbol process processing, etc.) according to a set value (six stages of set values 0 to 5 in which the range of random numbers for big hit determination is different). In the game machine 1), the setting change mode control means (game control microcomputer 100 capable of executing steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4620) capable of controlling the setting change mode in which the set value can be changed, and the setting change mode. Specific information storage means for storing specific information that can be identified as controlled (setting changing flag is set in step S21TM4580 based on the transition to the setting change mode, and the step is based on the end of the setting change mode. S21TM4720 includes a game control microcomputer 100) that clears the setting changing flag, and the specific information storage means can store the specific information even after the power supply to the game machine is stopped ( The value of the setting changing flag is stored in the backup area of the RAM 102), and when the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means when the power supply to the gaming machine is started (power restoration). When it is determined in step S21TM4030 of the time that the setting changing flag is set), an error notification means capable of executing error notification (when the condition for shifting to the setting change mode is not satisfied, an error occurs in step S21TM4210). It is characterized by further including a game control microcomputer 100) for displaying. According to this, when the power supply is stopped in the setting change mode, the state of the game machine can be appropriately notified.

The game machine of the means P2 is the game machine of the means P1, and the setting change mode control means satisfies the setting change condition (the game machine frame 3 is in the open state when the power is turned on). , The lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state, and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state), the setting change mode can be controlled, and the power supply to the game machine is started. In this case, when the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means (when it is determined in step S21TM4030 at the time of power restoration that the setting changing flag is set), the setting change condition is satisfied. It is possible to control the setting change mode without executing the error notification (based on the fact that when the power is turned on, it is determined as YES in step S21TM4120, step S21TM4130, and step S21TM4140). The setting change mode is entered without shifting to the loop processing of steps S21TM420 to step S21TM4220). According to this, when the condition to be controlled in the setting change mode is satisfied, the setting change mode is controlled without executing the error notification, and the setting value is appropriately set while avoiding unnecessary error notification. You can encourage changes.

The game machine of the means P3 is a game machine of the means P1 or the means P2, and when the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means when the power supply to the game machine is started (power supply). When it is determined in step S21TM4030 at the time of restoration that the setting changing flag is set), the error notification can be executed and the game can be stopped (when the power is turned on, the setting change mode is entered. If the transition condition is not satisfied (when NO is determined in any of steps S21TM4120 to S21TM4140), the process proceeds to the loop processing of steps S21TM4200 to step S21TM4220 without shifting to the setting change mode). It is characterized by that. According to this, it is possible to limit the progress of the game in a state where the set value is unstable, and it is possible to realize appropriate game control.

The game machine of the means P4 is any game machine selected from the means P1 to the means P3, and is a game control means for controlling the progress of the game (a game control microcomputer that executes a game control timer interrupt process). 100), an effect control means (CPU 120 for effect control) for controlling the execution of the effect, and the game control means include a display means (display monitor 21TM029).
When the setting change mode control means (a game control microcomputer 100 that executes the processes of steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4620) and the specific information storage means are provided, and power supply to the game machine is started. When the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means (when it is determined in step S21TM4030 at the time of power restoration that the setting changing flag is set), the display means executes the error notification. At the same time, it is possible to send an error command to the effect control means (the setting value abnormality error command can be sent in step S21TM4190, and the character "E" can be displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 in the error display in step S21TM4210. (It is possible), the effect control means gives a notification prompting an operation for changing the set value in response to receiving the error command (the image display device 5 is "returned on after the power is turned off". The message "Please move to the setting change mode" is displayed). According to this, the state of the game machine can be appropriately notified to the clerk of the game hall, and the operation for changing the set value can be urged.

Further, as shown in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902 (paragraph 0007), a gaming machine including a setting changing means for changing a setting value in a plurality of stages based on a setting changing operation from the outside has been proposed. In a gaming machine as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902 (paragraph 0007), it is necessary to appropriately determine the state of the gaming machine when the power supply is stopped when the set value is changed. The inventions according to the means Q1 to the means Q5 have been made in view of the above-mentioned actual conditions, and provide a game machine that appropriately determines the state of the game machine when the power supply is stopped when the set value is changed. To do.

The gaming machine of means Q1 is a gaming machine (pachinko) capable of executing control (big hit determination processing in special symbol process processing, etc.) according to a set value (six stages of set values 0 to 5 in which the range of random numbers for jackpot determination is different). In the game machine 1), the setting change mode control means (game control microcomputer 100 capable of executing steps S21TM4530 to S21TM4620) capable of controlling the setting change mode in which the set value can be changed, and the setting change mode. Specific information storage means for storing specific information that can be identified as controlled (setting changing flag is set in step S21TM4580 based on the transition to the setting change mode, and the step is based on the end of the setting change mode. The game control microcomputer 100) that clears the setting changing flag in S21TM4720, and the specific information storage means can store the specific information even after the power supply to the game machine is stopped ( The value of the setting changing flag is stored in the backup area of the RAM 102), and the setting change mode control means stores the specific information in the specific information storage means when the power supply to the gaming machine is started. When it is set (when it is determined in step S21TM4030 at the time of power restoration that the setting changing flag is set), the setting change mode is controlled (when the power is turned on, the gaming machine frame 3 is in the open state). Regardless of whether or not the condition for shifting to the setting change mode that the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state and the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state is satisfied. , Automatically control to the setting change mode). According to this, the state of the game machine can be appropriately determined when the power supply is stopped in the setting change mode accompanied by the initialization of the game state. The RAM is set based on the initialization means (for example, step S21TM4050 and step S21TM4150) in which the gaming machine of means Q1 initializes the gaming state in response to the control of the setting change mode. A game control microcomputer 100) that executes clearing (step S21TM1410) may be further provided.

The game machine of the means Q2 is the game machine of the means Q1, and the setting change mode control means stores the specific information in the specific information storage means when the power supply to the game machine is started. If not, the setting change mode is controlled based on the fact that the setting change condition is satisfied (when the power is turned on, if the setting changing flag is not set (NO in step S21TM4030), the frame for the gaming machine is used. 3 is in the open state, the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state, and the RAM clear flag is 1 (because the clear switch (setting changeover switch) 21TM052 was in the ON state, the RAM after the setting change mode ends. When the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means), the setting change mode is entered based on the condition for shifting to the setting change mode (clearing is executed). Controls the setting change mode regardless of whether or not the setting change condition is satisfied (when the setting changing flag is set at the time of turning on the power (YES in step S21TM4030), the setting change mode is set. Regardless of whether or not the conditions for transition are satisfied, the setting change mode is automatically controlled). According to this, when the power is cut off during the setting change mode control, the setting change mode is set even when the setting change condition is not satisfied based on the specific information stored at the time of power restoration. Since it will be controlled, workability can be improved.

The game machine of the means Q3 is a game machine of the means Q1 or the means Q2, and the setting change mode control means is a transition operation when the power supply to the game machine is started (the setting is being changed when the power is turned on). When the flag is not set (NO in step S21TM4030), the gaming machine frame 3 is in the open state, the lock switch 21TM051 is in the ON state, and the RAM clear flag is 1 (clear switch (setting). The changeover switch) 21TM052 is in the ON state, so that the RAM is cleared after the setting change mode ends), which means that the condition for shifting to the setting change mode is satisfied). It is possible to control, and the setting change mode is terminated based on a specific operation when the setting change mode is controlled (it was confirmed in step S21TM4680 that the lock switch 21TM051 was turned off). This is possible, and the specific information storage means stores the specific information when controlled in the setting change mode (sets the setting changing flag at the timing of step S21TM4580 when the control of the setting change mode is started). The specific information is deleted when the setting change mode ends based on the specific operation (the setting changing flag is cleared at the timing of step S21TM4720 when the control of the setting change mode ends), and the setting change. The mode control means is the setting change mode regardless of whether or not the transition operation is performed when the specific information is stored in the specific information storage means when the power supply to the game machine is started. (If the setting changing flag is set when the power is turned on (YES in step S21TM4030), automatically regardless of whether or not the conditions for shifting to the setting change mode are satisfied. Control the setting change mode) and end the setting change mode based on the specific operation (end the setting change mode based on the confirmation that the lock switch 21TM051 is turned off in step S21TM4680). It is characterized by. According to this, the conditions for terminating the control of the setting change mode can be appropriately determined.

The game machine of the means Q4 is any game machine selected from the means Q1 to the means Q3, and is a set value for storing a set value (six stages of set values 0 to 5 in which the range of random numbers for jackpot determination is different). It is provided with a storage means (a set value storage area of the RAM 102 in which the set value is stored), and can execute control according to the set value stored in the set value storage means (big hit determination process in special symbol process processing, etc.). Yes, when the set value stored in the set value storage means is changed based on the change operation when the setting change mode is controlled (when the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is operated in step S21TM4610). The setting value stored in the setting value storage area is changed), and the setting change mode control means terminates the setting change mode based on a specific operation when the setting change mode is controlled (). The setting change mode is terminated based on the confirmation that the lock switch 21TM051 has been turned off in step S21TM4680), and the setting value storage means performs the specific operation when controlled to the setting change mode. When the power supply to the game machine is stopped without being performed, the set value after being changed by the change operation in the setting change mode is continuously stored (the setting value storage area is the backup area of the RAM 102). When the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is operated during the setting change mode, the setting value itself stored in the setting value storage area is changed, so that the setting value itself is changed during the setting change mode. Even if the power is cut off, the set value after being changed by the change operation is retained). According to this, when the power supply is restarted, the set value after being changed by the change operation in the setting change mode before the power failure occurs is stored in the set value storage means, and the set value corresponds to the set value. Workability can be improved because control is executed.

The gaming machine of the means Q5 is any of the gaming machines selected from the means Q1 to the means Q3, and is a set value for storing a set value (six stages of set values 0 to 5 in which the range of random numbers for jackpot determination is different). It is provided with a storage means (a set value storage area of the RAM 102 in which the set value is stored), and can execute control according to the set value stored in the set value storage means (big hit determination process in special symbol process processing, etc.). The setting change mode control means stores the change operation when the setting change mode is controlled and (when the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is operated in the setting change mode, the setting value storage area is used. (Change only the setting value stored in the setting information temporary storage area, not the set value), and change the setting value stored in the setting value storage means based on the specific operation after the change operation. At the same time, the setting change mode is terminated (based on the confirmation that the lock switch 21TM051 is turned off in the setting change mode, the setting value stored in the setting information temporary storage area at that time is stored in the setting value storage area. (The setting value storage means is set to the game machine without performing the specific operation when the setting value storage means is controlled to the setting change mode). When the power supply is stopped, the set value before the change operation is performed in the setting change mode is stored (even if the setting changeover switch (clear switch) 21TM052 is operated during the setting change mode, the lock switch is used. Unless the 21TM051 is switched to OFF, the setting value itself stored in the setting value storage area is not changed. Therefore, if a power failure occurs during the setting change mode, the setting value before being controlled to the setting change mode is used. It is characterized by being retained). According to this, when the power supply is stopped in an unstable state in which the setting change mode is not ended, the change of the setting value can be restricted.

(Explanation of feature part 052IW)
Next, the feature unit 052IW will be described. First, the gaming state in the feature unit 052IW will be described. First, the gaming state in the feature unit 052IW includes a normal state (low probability / non-KT state) and a KT state (so-called small hit time) in which a small hit is more likely to occur than in the normal state. Further, there are two types of KT states, a first KT state and a second KT state, and in this feature unit 052IW, the gaming state is set to a low probability state and a non-KT state (low probability / non-KT state: normal state). When it is controlled, when it is controlled to the first KT state (low probability / first KT state) with low probability, and when it is controlled to the first KT state (high probability / first KT state) with high probability. , High probability and may be controlled to the second KT state (high probability / second KT state).

In the first KT state, as will be described later, a small hit is likely to occur and the special variable winning ball device 17 is likely to be in the open state, but the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B on the upstream side is extremely long, and the small hit Even if the above occurs, there are very few cases where the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 17 on the downstream side (for example, about one ball for every 100 fluctuations). Specifically, in the first KT state, it is controlled so that a small hit is likely to occur and a high base state is controlled so that the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B becomes long. Further, in the second KT state of the KT state, as will be described later, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B on the upstream side is short, and when a small hit occurs, the game ball is moved to the special variable winning ball device 17 on the downstream side. Easy to win. Specifically, in the second KT state, it is controlled so that a small hit is likely to occur and is controlled to a low base state so that the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is shortened.

In addition, the KT state is a gaming state in which a small hit is more likely to occur than in the normal state (low probability / non-KT state). Specifically, in this feature unit 052IW, the probability that the variable winning ball device 6B will be in the open state is higher in the KT state than in the normal state. Then, while the ratio of small hits is low when the first special symbol changes, the ratio of small hits is high when the second special symbol changes (however, it will be described later). (Except for the case of forced loss), the KT state is set to a gaming state in which a small hit is more likely to occur than in the normal state. As a result, in the KT state, small hits are frequently generated by mainly changing the second special symbol, which is advantageous to the player.

The configuration for setting the KT state to a gaming state in which a small hit is more likely to occur than in the normal state is not limited to this. For example, even in the KT state, the probability that the variable winning ball device 6B will be in the open state is the same as in the normal state (for example, 10% or 100%), but when the second special symbol changes. By configuring the fluctuation time of the selected fluctuation pattern to be shorter in the KT state than in the normal state, the ratio of the number of fluctuations to a certain time is higher in the KT state than in the normal state, and the KT state is set to the normal state. It may be in a gaming state in which a small hit is more likely to occur.

Further, the feature unit 052IW is configured such that the time required for the game ball to reach the variable winning ball device 6B after passing through the passing gate 41 is 0.6 seconds or more. Specifically, it is adjusted by the installation position of the passing gate 41 and the variable winning ball device 6B, and the nail group forming the flow path of the game ball. Although details will be described later, the feature unit 052IW has a configuration in which the variable winning ball device 6B can be controlled to the open state based on the game ball passing through the passing gate 41, and the game ball passes in the first KT state described later. The time from passing through the gate 41 until the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state is 0.5 seconds, and the game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B after passing through the passing gate 41. Since it is shorter than 0.6 seconds, which is the time required for the game to be played, when the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state when one game ball passes through the passing gate 41 in the first KT state, the one The game ball can be directly entered into the variable winning ball device 6B.

(Special variable winning ball device)
FIG. 10-1 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the special variable winning ball device 7 in the feature unit 052IW. As shown in FIG. 10-1, the special variable winning ball device 7 is provided with a plate-shaped bottom member 052IW108 formed as the bottom surface of the flow path through which the game ball flows, and the bottom surface member 052IW108 is provided in the jackpot game state. By moving the bottom member 052IW108 backward from the closed state in which the bottom member is moved forward, the large winning opening, which is the winning area, is opened. The game ball that has won a prize in the large winning opening is detected by the first count switch 23.

In the feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIG. 10-1, the game ball winning in the large winning opening is further guided to the guidance path 052IW100 provided on the right side of the special variable winning ball device 7. The guidance path 052IW100 is further branched into two paths 052IW102,103, and the game ball guided to the guidance path 052IW100 is guided to the left side path 052IW102 or the right side path 052IW103. When guided to the left path 052IW102, the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 and is detected by the V region switch 052IW106. When guided to the right path 052IW103, the game ball enters the discharge area 052IW105 and is detected by the discharge area switch 052IW107.

As shown in FIG. 10-1, a V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is provided near the entrance of the left side path 052IW102, and when the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is in the open state, a game guided to the guidance path 052IW100. The ball can enter the left path 052IW102 and enter the V region 052IW104. Further, when the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is in the closed state, the game ball guided by the guidance path 052IW100 enters the right path 052IW103 and is discharged from the discharge area 052IW105 to the back side of the game area.

The V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is controlled from the closed state to the open state by driving the solenoid 052IW109 by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103).

Further, in the main feature unit 052IW, when controlled by the big hit game, the game ball enters the V area 052IW104 during the big hit game, and is detected by the V area switch 052IW106, after the end of the big hit game. It is controlled to a probabilistic state.

The total number of game balls detected by the V area switch 052IW106 and the number of game balls detected by the discharge area switch 052IW107 during one round matches the number of game balls detected by the first count switch 23. It should be. Therefore, the total number of game balls detected by the V area switch 052IW106 and the number of game balls detected by the discharge area switch 052IW107 during one round does not match the number of game balls detected by the first count switch 23. In this case, it may be determined that a large winning opening / discharge mismatch error is made, and the error may be notified. In this case, since it takes some time for the winning game ball to reach the V region 052IW104 or the discharge region 052IW105 immediately before the special variable winning ball device 7 is closed, the special variable winning ball device 7 is in the closed state. If the number of game balls does not match by the time when a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses, it may be configured to determine a large winning opening / discharge mismatch error.

(Structure of control board)
FIG. 10-2 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like in the feature unit 052IW. In this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIG. 10-2, the switch circuit 110 includes a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22A and a second start port switch 22B), and a count switch (first count switch). In addition to the detection signals from the 23 and the second count switch 24)), the detection signals from the V area switch 052IW106 and the discharge area switch 052IW107 are taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100.

Further, in the feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIG. 10-2, the solenoid circuit 111 sends a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for ordinary electric accessories and the winning door. In addition to the solenoid 82 and the solenoid 83 for the special winning opening, transmission is performed to the solenoid 052IW109 for the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101.

(Big hit probability, small hit probability)
10-3 and 10-4 are explanatory diagrams for explaining the big hit probability and the small hit probability for each set value. Of these, FIG. 10-3 shows the jackpot probability and the small hit probability when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. Further, FIG. 10-4 shows the big hit probability and the small hit probability when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. Further, as shown in FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4, in this example, a case is shown in which the setting can be changed in 6 stages of the setting values "1" to "6". Not only when the setting can be changed in 6 steps, for example, the setting may be changed in 2 to 5 steps, or the setting may be changed in 7 or more steps.

First, the big hit probability and the small hit probability when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed will be described with reference to FIG. 10-3. In the example shown in FIG. 10-3 (A), in the non-probability state (low probability state), the setting value "1" has the lowest jackpot probability "205/65536", which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. ing. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the case of the set value "6" has the highest jackpot probability "247/65536". It is expensive and is the most advantageous setting for players. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 10-3 (B), in the probabilistic state (high probability state), the overall jackpot winning probability is 10 times higher than in the non-probability state (low probability state). When the value is "1", the jackpot probability is "2050/65536", which is the lowest, which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the case of the set value "6" is the jackpot probability "2470/65536". It is expensive and is the most advantageous setting for players.

On the other hand, regarding the small hit, as shown in FIGS. 10-3 (A) and 10-3 (B), regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6", the non-probability changing state (low probability). The small hit probability is constant as "6298/65536" regardless of whether it is a state) or a probability change state (high probability state). That is, in this example, the determination value for small hit determination is common regardless of the set value, and is common to the non-probability change state and the probability change state. As shown in FIGS. 10-3 (A) and 10-3 (B), even when the jackpot probability is configured to be constant while the jackpot probability is made different according to the set value in this way, the missed probability is lost. By making the set values "1" to "6" different, the number of determined values for each set value may be matched.

Next, the big hit probability and the small hit probability when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed will be described with reference to FIG. 10-4. In the example shown in FIG. 10-4 (A), in the non-probability state (low probability state), the setting value "1" has the lowest jackpot probability "205/65536", which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. ing. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the case of the set value "6" has the highest jackpot probability "247/65536". It is expensive and is the most advantageous setting for players. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 10-4 (B), in the probabilistic state (high probability state), the overall jackpot winning probability is 10 times higher than that in the non-probability state (low probability state). When the value is "1", the jackpot probability is "2050/65536", which is the lowest, which is the most disadvantageous setting for the player. Then, the jackpot probability increases in the order of the set value "2", the set value "3", the set value "4", and the set value "5", and the case of the set value "6" is the jackpot probability "2470/65536". It is expensive and is the most advantageous setting for players.

On the other hand, regarding the small hit, as shown in FIGS. 10-4 (A) and 10-4 (B), regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6", the non-probability state (low probability). The small hit probability is constant as "62986/65536" regardless of whether it is a state) or a probability variation state (high probability state). That is, in this example, the determination value for small hit determination is common regardless of the set value, and is common to the non-probability change state and the probability change state. However, in this example, in the case of the variable display of the second special symbol (see FIG. 10-4), the small hit is compared with the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol (see FIG. 10-3). The winning probability is about 10 times (that is, the number of judgment values for small hit determination when executing the variable display of the second special symbol is the small hit when executing the variable display of the first special symbol. More than the number of judgment values for judgment). As shown in FIGS. 10-4 (A) and 10-4 (B), even when the jackpot probability is configured to be constant while the jackpot probability is made different according to the set value in this way, the missed probability is lost. Is different in the set values "1" to "6" so that the number of determination values for each set value is matched.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4, the determination values corresponding to the deviations are included in the determination values corresponding to all the set values "1" to "6" (FIG. 10). As shown in -3 and FIG. 10-4, there is no set value at which the probability of loss is 0). Then, the determination value corresponding to the deviation differs depending on the set value (as shown in FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4, depending on which of the set values "1" to "6". , The probability of loss is different).

In addition, not limited to the embodiment shown in this example, for example, there may be a case where the probability of loss is 0 (that is, a set value that does not include a determination value corresponding to loss). For example, at the set value "6" having the highest advantage (highest jackpot probability), the loss probability may be 0, and the determination value corresponding to the loss may not be included.

Further, not limited to the mode shown in this example, for example, there may be a case where the small hit probability is 0 (that is, a judgment value that does not include the judgment value corresponding to the small hit). For example, when executing the variable display of the first special symbol (FIG. 10-3), the small hit probability may be uniformly set to 0 so that the judgment value for the small hit is not included. Good.

In addition, in FIG. 10-3 (A), (B) and FIGS. 10-4 (A), (B), the small hit probability is the same between the probabilistic state (high probability state) and the non-probability state (low probability state). Although the off-probability is different, in the probabilistic state (high probability state), the jackpot probability is higher than that in the non-probability state (low probability state), so the small hit probability is higher than in the non-probability state (low probability state). It may be lowered to match the probability of loss. Further, even if the set values are different in, for example, "1" and "2", the big hit probability and the small hit probability may be matched respectively. As a result, in a game machine in which the number of stages that can be substantially set is less than 6 or a game machine in which there is no difference in advantage due to the setting change function, a type of game machine having a setting change function in 6 stages and a hardware / software configuration Can be standardized and the manufacturing cost can be reduced.

(Big hit type judgment table)
10-5 (A) and 10-5 (B) are explanatory views showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In the jackpot type determination table, when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol, the jackpot type is set to "2R normal jackpot", "2R probability variation jackpot", "2R probability variation jackpot" based on the random number for hit type determination. It is a table referred to for determining either "6R normal jackpot", "6R probability variation jackpot", or "10R probability variation jackpot".

As shown in FIG. 10-5 (A), in the feature unit 052IW, when executing the variable display of the first special symbol regardless of any of the set values "1" to "6", There is a 9% chance that it will be a "10R probability variation jackpot", a 56% chance that it will be a "6R probability variation jackpot", and a 35% chance that it will be a "6R normal jackpot". Further, as shown in FIG. 10-5 (B), in the feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed regardless of any of the set values "1" to "6". Is determined to be a "10R probability variation jackpot" with a 10% probability, a "6R probability variation jackpot" with a 50% probability, a "2R probability variation jackpot" with a 5% probability, and a "2R probability variation jackpot" with a 35% probability. 2R normal jackpot "is determined.

The "10R probability variation jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 10 rounds and shifts to a high probability state after the jackpot gaming state ends. Further, the "6R probability variation jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 6 rounds and shifts to a high probability state after the jackpot gaming state ends. Further, the "2R probability variation jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of two rounds and shifts to a high probability state after the jackpot gaming state ends.

The "6R normal jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 6 rounds and shifts to a low probability state after the jackpot gaming state ends. Further, the "2R normal jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of two rounds and is controlled to a low probability state after the end of the jackpot gaming state.

In this feature unit 052IW, when "10R probability variation jackpot", "6R probability variation jackpot", and "6R normal jackpot" are obtained, a predetermined period (30 seconds in this example) elapses in each round of the jackpot game. The large winning openings are controlled to be open until a fixed number of game balls (10 in this example) are won, and a maximum of 10 large winning openings can be won in each round. On the other hand, in the case of "2R probability variation big hit" and "2R normal big hit", the big winning opening is controlled to be open only for a short period (1.8 seconds in this example) in each round of the big hit game. The number of winnings to the large winning openings that can be won in each round is about 2 to 3.

Further, in this feature unit 052IW, when the big hit game is finished, it is controlled to either the first KT state, the second KT state, or the non-KT state according to the game state before the big hit game and the big hit type. The method of transitioning the gaming state after the jackpot game will be described later (see FIG. 10-29).

(Small hit type judgment table)
10-6 (A) and 10-6 (B) are explanatory views showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In the small hit type determination table, when it is determined that the variable display result is a small hit symbol, the small hit type is set to "small hit A" or "small hit B" based on the random number for determining the hit type. , Or a table referenced to determine either "small hit C".

As shown in FIG. 10-6 (A), in the feature unit 052IW, when executing the variable display of the first special symbol regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6", It is determined as "small hit A" with a 100% probability. Further, as shown in FIG. 10-6 (B), in the feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed regardless of any of the set values "1" to "6". Is determined to be "small hit B" with a probability of 70%, and is determined to be "small hit C" with a probability of 30%.

In this example, as will be described later, in the case of "small hit A", the special winning opening is opened only for an extremely short 0.2 seconds during the small hit game (see FIG. 10-12), and the small hit game. You can hardly expect a game ball to win a special prize inside. In the case of "small hit B", the special winning opening is opened for 0.8 seconds during the small hit game (see FIG. 10-13), and the game ball wins the special winning opening during the small hit game. Can be expected to some extent. In the case of "small hit C", the special winning opening is opened for 1.8 seconds during the small hit game (see Fig. 10-14), and the game ball wins the special winning opening during the small hit game. Can be expected most.

(Variation pattern table)
10-7 to 10-9 are explanatory views showing a variation pattern (variation time) of the special symbol and the decorative symbol used in the feature portion 052IW. The EXT shown in FIGS. 10-7 to 10-9 is the second byte data of the effect control command (2-byte configuration) corresponding to each fluctuation pattern.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 10-7 to 10-9, nine types of first variation patterns # 01 to # 09 for the first special symbol and decorative symbol, and a second variation pattern for the second special symbol and decorative symbol. 34 types of # 01 to # 34 are used. Hereinafter, for example, when the fluctuation pattern #n (n = 01 to 09 or 01 to 34) is used, it means both the first fluctuation pattern #n and the second fluctuation pattern #n.

When executing the variation display of the first special symbol, in the non-KT state (low probability / non-KT state), the variation pattern for the first special symbol for non-KT shown in FIG. 10-7 (A). The table is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-7 (A), when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, it is determined to be one of the first variation patterns # 01 to # 06.

When the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, if it is in the KT state (low probability / first KT state, high probability / first KT state, high probability / second KT state), it is shown in FIG. 10-7 (B). The variation pattern table for the first special symbol shown for KT is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-7 (B), when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed in the KT state, it is determined to be one of the first variation patterns # 07 to # 09.

When executing the variation display of the second special symbol, when it is in the non-KT state (low probability / non-KT state), the variation pattern for the second special symbol for non-KT shown in FIG. 10-8 (C) The table is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-8 (C), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, it is determined to be one of the second variation patterns # 01 to # 03. Specifically, when it is determined to be out of alignment, the second variation pattern # 01 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for a long period of 15 minutes. Further, when the small hit is determined, the second variation pattern # 02 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for a long period of 15 minutes. Also, when the jackpot is determined, the second variation pattern # 03 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for a certain long period of 5 minutes.

In this feature unit 052IW, even in the non-KT state, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed and a small hit occurs, a situation occurs in which a certain amount of prize balls can be expected due to the winning of the game ball to the special winning opening. I will end up. Therefore, in this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIG. 10-8 (C), even if the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed during the non-KT state, the fluctuation time is made extremely long and the execution frequency of the fluctuation display is executed. By reducing the number of small hits, the frequency of small hits is reduced, and the situation where a small hit is aimed at winning a prize ball is prevented even though the player is in a non-KT state. In the feature unit 052IW, the "frequency of small hits" is, for example, the rate of occurrence of small hits per unit time (for example, 1 minute), and in the KT state, for example, small hits per unit time. The rate of occurrence of is higher than the normal state.

In addition, in this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIG. 10-8 (C), when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed in the non-KT state, the fluctuation time even if it is a big hit. By making the time relatively long, 5 minutes, it is possible to prevent the act of aiming at the prize ball by unreasonably winning a prize in the special winning opening during the non-KT state. However, in the case of a big hit, it is not necessary to lengthen the digestion of the first reserved memory as compared with the case of a small hit, so the fluctuation time is configured to be shorter than in the case of a small hit. There is.

When executing the variable display of the second special symbol, if it is in the low probability / first KT state, the jackpot game based on the 6R normal jackpot or the 2R normal jackpot that triggered the low probability / first KT state is terminated. The fluctuation pattern table is selected according to the number of fluctuations since then. In this case, if the fluctuation display of the first fluctuation is executed, the second special symbol fluctuation pattern table for the low probability / first KT and the first fluctuation shown in FIG. 10-8 (D) is selected and fluctuates. The pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-8 (D), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as the first variation in the low probability / first KT state, any one of the second variation patterns # 04 to # 06. Will be decided.

As shown in FIG. 10-8 (D), when it is determined that the first fluctuation in the low probability / first KT state is out of alignment, the second fluctuation pattern # 04 of the shortened fluctuation with a short fluctuation time of 5 seconds is used. It is determined. In addition, when it is determined that a small hit is the first fluctuation in the low probability / first KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 05 (opening of the second start winning opening), which is a relatively long fluctuation time of 7 seconds as a small hit. It is determined by the fluctuation pattern for preparation). In this feature unit 052IW, as described above, when controlled to the first KT state, the frequency of small hits increases, but by lengthening the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning is actually achieved. The special winning opening in the ball device 17 is set so as to rarely win a prize. However, in the state immediately after the transition to the low probability / first KT state, there is a possibility that a certain amount of game balls are accumulated on the bottom member of the variable winning ball device 6B or the special variable winning ball device 17, and the special variable winning ball is immediately available. If the device 17 is controlled to be in the open state, there is a possibility that a considerable number of game balls will win the special winning opening. Therefore, in this feature unit 052IW, by securing a fluctuation time of at least 7 seconds in the first fluctuation of the first KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 can be used even before the transition to the first KT state. By controlling the special variable winning ball device 17 to the open state after a sufficient time has elapsed until all the game balls accumulated on the bottom member fall, it is possible to win a prize in the special winning opening. It prevents the situation where a prize ball more than expected is obtained in the 1KT state. Further, when the big hit is determined as the first variation of the low probability / first KT state, the second variation pattern # 06 is determined, and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed for 2 minutes.

Further, in the case of executing the fluctuation display of the 2nd to 49th fluctuations after the jackpot game based on the 6R normal jackpot or the 2R normal jackpot that triggered the low probability / 1st KT state is executed, FIG. The second special symbol fluctuation pattern table for the low probability / 1st KT and the 2nd to 49th fluctuations shown in E) is selected to determine the fluctuation pattern. As shown in FIG. 10-8 (E), when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed as the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / first KT state, the second fluctuation patterns # 07 to # 13 It is decided to be either. Further, as shown in FIG. 10-8 (E), when it is determined that the fluctuation time is out of the range of the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / first KT state, the fluctuation time is as short as 5 seconds, and the second fluctuation pattern # It may be determined to be 07 or the second fluctuation pattern # 08 of the shortened fluctuation whose fluctuation time is as short as 1 second. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / first KT state are out of order, the second fluctuation pattern # 09 with reach may be determined. Further, when the small hit is determined as the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / first KT state, the fluctuation time is as short as 5 seconds, the second fluctuation pattern # 10 of the shortened fluctuation, and the fluctuation time is as short as 1 second. The second variation pattern # 11 of the shortened variation may be determined. On the other hand, when the small hit is determined as the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / first KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 12 with reach may be determined. The second variation patterns # 07 and # 10 are variation patterns that can be selected only when the second hold memory is not stored, and the second variation patterns # 08 and # 11 store one or more second hold memories. It is a variation pattern that can be selected only when it is present. As a result, the reserved memory is quickly digested and the operating rate is increased. Further, when the jackpot is determined as the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / first KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 13 with reach is determined.

In addition, the 50th variation display (that is, the final variation in the low probability / 1st KT state) is executed after the jackpot game based on the 6R normal jackpot or the 2R normal jackpot that triggered the low probability / 1st KT state is completed. If this is the case, the second special symbol variation pattern table for the low probability / first KT and 50th variation shown in FIG. 10-8 (F) is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-8 (F), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as the 50th variation in the low probability / first KT state, any one of the second variation patterns # 14 to # 16. Will be decided.

In the feature unit 052IW, when the low probability / first KT state is controlled, for example, the image display device 5 displays a character display such as “during chance time”. As shown in FIG. 10-8 (F), when it is determined that the 50th variation in the low probability / first KT state is a miss or a small hit, the image display device 5 displays characters such as "chance time is over !!". It is determined to be the second fluctuation pattern # 14 or the second fluctuation pattern # 15 accompanied by the end display. Further, as shown in FIG. 10-8 (F), when a big hit is determined as the 50th variation of the low probability / first KT state, a character display such as "chance time ends !!" is displayed on the image display device 5. The second variation pattern # 16 is determined with a predetermined revival display after the end display to be performed.

In addition, in this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIG. 10-7, when a big hit is made in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the KT state, the first fluctuation pattern # 07 having a fluctuation time of 10 seconds is displayed. It is configured to determine. This is a case where a big hit occurs immediately on the fluctuation display of the first special symbol immediately after the transition to the second KT state, and if the fluctuation time of the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is set to a long fluctuation time, Since the change of the second special symbol executed during the big hit change of the first special symbol is configured to be a forced loss, the forced loss occurs frequently even in the second KT state, and the player makes a small hit. You will not be able to receive any profit from this. Therefore, in this feature unit 052IW, by setting the fluctuation time of the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol to a short fluctuation time, it is possible to shift to the jackpot gaming state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol before the forced loss occurs frequently. It is configured.

In addition, unlike the present feature unit 052IW, even if the fluctuation of the second special symbol is started during the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol, the fluctuation of the second special symbol is not forcibly missed (for example, the first). If the game machine has a configuration in which the second special symbol is forcibly removed when the second special symbol is changing when the special symbol jackpot symbol is stopped), the fluctuation time of the jackpot of the first special symbol in the KT state May be a long fluctuation time (for example, 1 minute). This is a case where a jackpot occurs immediately on the fluctuation display of the first special symbol immediately after shifting to the second KT state, and if the fluctuation time of the jackpot is set to the same short fluctuation time as the outlier, the player You will not be able to receive any profit from small hits. Therefore, if the fluctuation time of the big hit of the first special symbol in the KT state is a long fluctuation time (for example, 1 minute), even in such a case, a sufficient time that a small hit can occur at least a plurality of times. (For example, 1 minute) is configured to be secured.

When executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if it is in the high probability / first KT state, the variation after the jackpot game based on the 6R probability variation jackpot that triggered the high probability / first KT state is completed. Select the variation pattern table according to the number of times. In this case, if the fluctuation display of the first fluctuation is executed, the second special symbol fluctuation pattern table for the high probability / first KT and the first fluctuation shown in FIG. 10-9 (G) is selected and fluctuates. The pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-9 (G), when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed as the first fluctuation in the high probability / first KT state, any one of the second fluctuation patterns # 17 to # 21 Will be decided.

As in the case of the first fluctuation in the low probability / first KT state, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (G), the fluctuation time is also determined to be out of the first fluctuation in the high probability / first KT state. It may be determined by the second fluctuation pattern # 17 of the shortened fluctuation as short as 5 seconds. On the other hand, even when it is determined that the first variation in the high probability / first KT state is out of alignment, the second variation pattern # 18 with reach may be determined. Further, even when a small hit is determined as the first variation in the high probability / first KT state, the variation pattern for preparing to open the second starting winning opening (second variation pattern # 19) may be determined. On the other hand, even when a small hit is determined as the first variation in the high probability / first KT state, the second variation pattern # 20 with reach may be determined. Further, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (G), when the jackpot is determined as the first variation in the high probability / first KT state, the second variation pattern # 21 with reach is determined.

Further, in the case of executing the variation display after the second variation after the jackpot game based on the 6R probability variation jackpot that triggered the high probability / first KT state is completed, the high shown in FIG. 10-9 (H). Probability / The second special symbol fluctuation pattern table for the first KT and the second and subsequent fluctuations is selected to determine the fluctuation pattern. As shown in FIG. 10-9 (H), when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed as the second and subsequent fluctuations in the high probability / first KT state, any of the second fluctuation patterns # 22 to # 28 Is decided.

As in the case of the 2nd to 49th fluctuations in the low probability / 1st KT state, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (H), when it is determined that the second and subsequent fluctuations in the high probability / 1st KT state are out of order, as shown in FIG. The second fluctuation pattern # 22 of the shortened fluctuation with a short fluctuation time of 5 seconds and the second fluctuation pattern # 23 of the shortened fluctuation with a shorter fluctuation time of 1 second may be determined. On the other hand, when it is determined that the second and subsequent fluctuations in the high probability / first KT state are out of order, the second fluctuation pattern # 24 with reach may be determined. Further, when the small hit is determined as the second and subsequent fluctuations in the high probability / first KT state, the fluctuation time is shortened to 5 seconds, the second fluctuation pattern # 25, and the fluctuation time is further shortened to 1 second. It may be determined by the second fluctuation pattern # 26 of the fluctuation. On the other hand, when the small hit is determined as the second and subsequent fluctuations in the high probability / first KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 27 with reach may be determined. The second variation patterns # 22 and # 25 are variation patterns that can be selected only when the second hold memory is not stored, and the second variation patterns # 23 and # 26 store one or more second hold memories. It is a variation pattern that can be selected only when it is present. As a result, the reserved memory is quickly digested and the operating rate is increased. Further, when the jackpot is determined as the second and subsequent fluctuations in the high probability / first KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 28 with reach is determined.

When executing the variation display of the second special symbol, in the case of the high probability / second KT state, the variation pattern table for the second special symbol for the high probability / second KT shown in FIG. 10-9 (I) is displayed. It is selected and the variation pattern is determined. As shown in FIG. 10-9 (I), when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in the high probability / second KT state, it is determined to be one of the second variation patterns # 29 to # 34. ..

As shown in FIG. 10-9 (I), when the deviation is determined in the high probability / second KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 29 of the shortened fluctuation with a short fluctuation time of 1.5 seconds is determined. In some cases, the fluctuation time is determined to be the second fluctuation pattern # 30 of the normal fluctuation of 5 seconds. On the other hand, when it is determined to be out of the high probability / second KT state, it may be determined to be the second fluctuation pattern # 31 with reach. Further, when the small hit is determined in the high probability / second KT state, the fluctuation time is determined to be the second fluctuation pattern # 32 of the shortened fluctuation as short as 1.5 seconds, or the fluctuation time is usually 5 seconds. The second fluctuation pattern # 33 of the fluctuation may be determined. Further, when the jackpot is determined in the high probability / second KT state, the second fluctuation pattern # 34 with reach is determined.

When determining the variation pattern, more specifically, it depends on which of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is to be executed, the current gaming state, and the variable display result. Using the variation pattern table, a lottery process is performed based on a random number for determining the variation pattern, and which variation pattern is used is determined. FIG. 10-10 is for determining the fluctuation pattern when the variable display result is a small hit in the fluctuation pattern table for the second special symbol for high probability / second KT shown in FIG. 10-9 (I). It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the variation pattern table for small hits.

As shown in FIG. 10-10, in this feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed during the high probability / second KT state, and when the variation display which is a small hit is executed, the variation display is executed. , Regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6", the second fluctuation pattern # 32 is determined with a probability of 70%, and the second fluctuation pattern # 33 is determined with a probability of 30%. Therefore, in this example, in the case of the second KT state, there is a high probability that the fluctuation pattern of the shortened fluctuation of 1.5 seconds is selected.

In addition, in FIG. 10-10, as an example, a variation pattern table in the case of executing the small hit variation of the second special symbol during the high probability / second KT state is shown, but FIGS. 10-7 to 10-9 show. The other variation pattern tables shown are also configured in the same manner, and each variation pattern is determined with the same probability regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6".

In the examples shown in FIGS. 10-8 to 10-10, a shortening variation of 5 seconds or 1 second is executed in the case of the first KT state, and a shortening variation of 1.5 seconds is performed with a high probability in the case of the second KT state. It shows the case where it is configured to be executed in, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the shortening variation of 5 seconds or 1 second may be executed in the low probability state, and the shortening variation of 1.5 seconds may be executed in the high probability state.

(Opening pattern of special variable winning ball device 7)
Next, the opening pattern of the special variable winning ball device 7 will be described. FIG. 10-11 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the opening pattern of the special variable winning ball device 7. First, using FIG. 10-11 (1), a special variable winning ball when controlled by a jackpot game based on a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, and a 2R probability variation jackpot (hereinafter, also simply referred to as "probability variation jackpot"). The opening pattern of the device 7 will be described. As shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), when the first round of the big hit game is started, the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door is driven, and the special variable winning ball device 7 (big winning opening) is opened. Is controlled by. Then, if the game ball wins while the big winning opening is open, it is detected by the first count switch 23.

Further, in the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot, as shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), when the winning of the second game ball to the jackpot is detected in the first round, the solenoid 052IW109 is driven and V. The area opening / closing plate 052IW101 is controlled to be in the open state, and the game ball can enter the V area 052IW104. Then, when a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) elapses or a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winnings are detected in the large winning openings in the first round, as shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), special When the variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening) is controlled to be closed again and the large winning opening is controlled to be closed, the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is also controlled to be closed.

When the game ball enters the V area 052IW104 and is detected by the V area switch 052IW106 within a predetermined detection valid period, the game state is controlled to the probabilistic state after the jackpot game ends. As shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), in the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot, the predetermined detection valid period is started at the timing when the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is controlled to be in the open state, and the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 It is set as the period until a predetermined period (500 ms in this example) elapses after being controlled to be closed again.

Next, using FIG. 10-11 (2), opening of the special variable winning ball device 7 when controlled by a jackpot game based on a 6R normal jackpot and a 2R normal jackpot (hereinafter, also simply referred to as “normal jackpot”). The pattern will be described. As shown in FIG. 10-11 (2), when the first round of the big hit game is started, the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door is driven, and the special variable winning ball device 7 (big winning opening) is opened. Is controlled by. Then, if the game ball wins while the big winning opening is open, it is detected by the first count switch 23.

Further, in the big hit game based on the normal big hit, as shown in FIG. 10-11 (2), when the winning of the first game ball to the big winning opening is detected in the first round, the solenoid 052IW109 is driven and V. The region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is controlled to be in the open state for an extremely short period (0.02 seconds in this example). Then, when a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) elapses or a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winnings are detected in the large winning openings in the first round, as shown in FIG. 10-11 (2), special The variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening) is controlled to be closed again, and the large winning opening is controlled to be closed.

As shown in FIG. 10-11 (2), in the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot, the predetermined detection valid period is after an extremely short opening period (0.02 seconds in this example) of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101. It is a period until a predetermined period (500 ms in this example) elapses.

As shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), in the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot, the opening period of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is long. Therefore, the game ball easily enters the V region 052IW104 during the predetermined detection valid period, and is easily controlled to the probabilistic state after the end of the big hit game. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 10-11 (2), in the big hit game based on the normal big hit, the opening period of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is extremely short. Therefore, it is practically difficult for the game ball to enter the V region 052IW104 during the predetermined detection valid period, and it is extremely rare that the game ball is controlled to the probabilistic state after the end of the big hit game. Therefore, in this example, in the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot, the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 at a higher rate during the jackpot game than in the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot.

Next, the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the KT state will be described. 10-12 to 10-14 are explanatory views for explaining the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the KT state. Of these, FIG. 10-12 shows the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the case of a small hit A. Further, FIG. 10-13 shows an opening pattern of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the case of a small hit B. Further, FIG. 10-14 shows an opening pattern of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the case of a small hit C. Further, FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10-14 (1) show the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the first KT state, respectively, and FIG. 10-12 (2) shows. 10-14 (2) show the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the second KT state, respectively.

First, the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the first KT state will be described with reference to FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10-14 (1). As shown in FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10-14 (1), when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 and the game ball is detected by the gate switch 21, it is normal in the normal symbol display 20. When the variable display of the symbol is executed and it is determined to be a normal symbol, the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 20, and when it is determined to be off, the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 20. Will be done. In this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10-14 (1), the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is 0.2 seconds, and the hit symbol and the missed symbol are derived and displayed. The time is set to 0.2 seconds. Then, when the winning symbol is derived and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10-14 (1), the second start winning opening is opened after the symbol confirmation time of 0.2 seconds has elapsed. After the pre-processing time of 0.1 seconds has elapsed, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for 5.5 seconds, and the game ball can be won in the second starting winning opening.

If a game ball wins in the second starting winning opening while the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, and if it is decided to make a small hit, The small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B. Then, when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, in the case of the small hit A, the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 0.2 seconds as shown in FIG. 10-12 (1). In the case of a small hit B, as shown in FIG. 10-13 (1), the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 0.8 seconds, and in the case of a small hit C, FIG. As shown in -14 (1), the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 1.8 seconds, and the game ball can be won in the special winning opening (however, in the case of small hit A). , Since the special variable winning ball device 17 opens only for an extremely short 0.2 seconds, almost no winning can be expected). However, in the first KT state, as shown in FIG. 10-12 (1), the opening time of the special variable winning ball device 17 on the downstream side is as short as 0.2 seconds, 0.8 seconds, or 1.8 seconds. On the other hand, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B on the upstream side is as long as 5.5 seconds. Therefore, in the first KT state, although a small hit is likely to occur, it is extremely rare for a game ball to win a prize in the special winning opening (for example, about one ball for every 100 fluctuation display).

In the first KT state, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10-14 (1), the next variable winning ball device 6B can be opened after the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B is completed. After at least 0.5 seconds, which is the sum of the fluctuation time of the next normal symbol of 0.2 seconds, the symbol confirmation time of 0.2 seconds, and the processing time before opening the second start winning opening of 0.1 seconds, has elapsed. is there. Therefore, in the feature unit 052IW, in the first KT state, a closing period of at least 0.5 seconds is provided as an interval period after the variable winning ball device 6B is opened.

Further, in the feature unit 052IW, in the first KT state, after the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 in a state where the normal symbol is not changed, the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state. After 0.5 seconds, which is the sum of the normal symbol fluctuation time of 0.2 seconds, the symbol confirmation time of 0.2 seconds, and the second start winning opening pre-opening processing time of 0.1 seconds, the game ball The time required from passing through the passing gate 41 to reaching the variable winning ball device 6B is configured to be about 0.6 seconds. As described above, in the first KT state, the time from when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 in the state where the normal symbol is not changed until the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state is longer. Since the time from when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 to when the game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B is shorter than the time when the normal symbol is not changed, the variable winning ball device 6B is already open. The game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B when the state is controlled. Therefore, in the first KT state, the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 in a state where the normal symbol is not changed is likely to win the variable winning ball device 6B.

Next, the opening patterns of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 in the second KT state will be described with reference to FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14 (2). As shown in FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14 (2), when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 and the game ball is detected by the gate switch 21, it is normal in the normal symbol display 20. When the variable display of the symbol is executed and it is determined to be a normal symbol, the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 20, and when it is determined to be off, the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 20. Will be done. In this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14 (2), the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is 1.0 second, and the hit symbol and the missed symbol are derived and displayed. The time is set to 0.2 seconds. Then, when the winning symbol is derived and displayed, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14 (2), the second start winning opening is opened after the symbol confirmation time of 0.2 seconds has elapsed. After the pre-processing time of 2.6 seconds has elapsed, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for 0.2 seconds, and the game ball can be won in the second starting winning opening.

If a game ball wins in the second starting winning opening while the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, and if it is decided to make a small hit, The small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B. Then, when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, in the case of the small hit A, the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 0.2 seconds as shown in FIG. 10-12 (2). In the case of a small hit B, as shown in FIG. 10-13 (2), the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 0.8 seconds, and in the case of a small hit C, FIG. As shown in -14 (2), the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened for 1.8 seconds, and a game ball can be won in the special winning opening.

In the second KT state, unlike the first KT state, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is as short as 0.2 seconds. Further, in the feature unit 052IW, in the second KT state, the interval period (closing period) after the variable winning ball device 6B is opened is at least 3.8 seconds (normal symbol variation time 1.0 second + symbol confirmation time 0). A relatively long period of .2 seconds + time before the opening process of the second start winning opening is 2.6 seconds) is secured. Therefore, in the second KT state, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14 (2), the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B on the upstream side is short and the interval period (closing period) is long. Compared with the first KT state, the game ball is more likely to enter the special variable winning ball device 17 on the downstream side, and the game ball is more likely to win the special winning opening. However, in the case of the small hit A, since the special variable winning ball device 17 opens only for 0.2 seconds, which is extremely short, it can hardly be expected that the game ball will win the special winning opening even in the second KT state.

In the second KT state, a game ball is easily won in the special winning opening and a prize ball is easily obtained. Therefore, in this example, it is also called "small hit RUSH", and in the second KT state, "small hit RUSH". Character display such as "is displayed.

Further, in this example, a case is shown in which the opening time of the special variable winning ball device 17 (special winning opening) is different depending on which of the small hit types A to C is used. I can't be limited. For example, the number of times the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened may be different depending on which of the small hits A to C is the small hit type. In this case, for example, in the case of small hit A, the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened only once during the small hit game, whereas in the case of small hit B or small hit C, during the small hit game. The special variable winning ball device 17 may be configured to be opened 2 to 11 times. Further, for example, even if the opening time of the special variable winning ball device 17 is short to some extent, the special variable winning ball device 17 (special winning opening) can be opened by executing the opening of the special variable winning ball device 17 four times for 0.4 seconds. ) May be configured to provide a small hit type in which a game ball can win a prize to some extent, and various modes can be considered. Further, in this example, the case where the small hit types are three types of small hits A to C is shown, but the case is not limited to such a mode, and for example, four or more types of small hit types are configured to be provided. May be good.

Further, in the present feature unit 052IW, in the second KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state after the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 in a state where the normal symbol is not changed. After the lapse of 3.8 seconds, which is the sum of the normal symbol fluctuation time of 1.0 seconds, the symbol confirmation time of 0.2 seconds, and the processing time of 2.6 seconds before opening the second start winning opening, the game ball The time required from passing through the passing gate 41 to reaching the variable winning ball device 6B is configured to be about 0.6 seconds. As described above, in the second KT state, the time from when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 in the state where the normal symbol is not changed until the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to the open state is longer. Since it is longer than the time from when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 until the game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B in a state where the normal symbol is not changed, the variable winning ball device 6B is in the open state. The game ball reaches the variable winning ball device 6B before being controlled by. Therefore, in the second KT state, it is difficult for the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 in a state where the normal symbol is not changed to win the variable winning ball device 6B.

In the feature unit 052IW, the process of executing the variable display of the normal symbol and opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B is the normal symbol process process by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103). This is done by executing (see step S26). Further, in the normal symbol process processing of step S26, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the game state is a probabilistic state (high probability state), and whether it is a non-KT state, a first KT state, or a second KT state. Regardless of whether or not there is a big hit game state, it is determined whether or not to make a normal figure hit with the same probability (for example, 10% or 100%).

In this feature unit 052IW, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol and the symbol confirmation time are the same for each of 0.2 seconds in the first KT state and the second KT state, and the time before the opening processing of the second start winning opening is the second. The case where the closing period (interval period) of the variable winning ball device 6B is changed by shortening it to 0.1 seconds in the 1KT state and lengthening it to 2.6 seconds in the second KT state has been shown, but only in such a mode. I can't. For example, the closing period (interval period) of the variable winning ball device 6B may be different by making the fluctuation time and the symbol determination time different between the first KT state and the second KT state. Further, for example, the time after the second start winning opening opening process after closing the variable winning ball device 6B is configured to be controllable, and the time after the second starting winning opening opening process differs between the first KT state and the second KT state. The closed period (interval period) of the variable winning ball device 6B may be different depending on the setting. In particular, if the variable winning ball device 6B in the first KT state is configured to have a shorter closing period (interval period) by any of the above methods, it is possible to suppress winning of the special winning opening in the first KT state. ..

As will be described later, in the feature unit 052IW, in the first KT state, by setting a high base flag indicating that the high base state is set, the high base state is controlled, and FIG. As shown in 10-14 (1), the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be long. Further, in the second KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened as shown in FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14 (2) by controlling the low base state without setting the high base flag. It is controlled so that the time is shortened.

In addition, for example, a special flag (opening extension flag) indicating that the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is extended is provided, and if the special flag is set, FIGS. 10-12 (1) to 10- The variable winning ball device 6B as shown in 14 (1) is controlled by the first opening pattern (long opening) that opens for a long time, and if the special flag is not set, FIGS. 10-12 (2) to 10-14. The variable winning ball device 6B shown in (2) may be controlled by a second opening pattern (short opening) that opens for a short time. That is, the special flag may be set only in the first KT state, and the special flag may not be set in other states including the big hit game state.

Further, even in the first KT state, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B may be shortened when the final variation display in the low probability / first KT state is executed. For example, out of the 50 times shortened fluctuation period of the special symbol in the low probability / first KT state, the above-mentioned special flag may be deleted in response to the 49th stop of the fluctuation of the special symbol. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable with the variable winning ball device 6B being long open when performing a left-handed notification after the end of the low probability / first KT state. be able to.

In addition, as described above, when the variable winning ball device 6B is configured by using the flag (special flag) for opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B, the flag for shortening the variation display of the special symbol is further used. The variation display of the special symbol may be controlled. In this case, the special flag and the flag for shortening variation may be managed and controlled separately.

Further, the variable winning ball device 6B may be configured to be short-opened in the low probability / non-KT state. With such a configuration, when the variable winning ball device 6B is configured to have a high opening probability in a low probability / non-KT state (left-handed state), only a few game balls are fired. It is possible to prevent the variable winning ball device 6B from winning a prize, and it is possible to prevent a right-handed operation from being performed during a low probability / non-KT state.

In this feature unit 052IW, as shown in FIGS. 10-12 to 10-14, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is set to a short time of 0.2 seconds. This is, for example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol having a relatively long fluctuation time is executed in the first KT state, the variable winning ball is in the state where the normal symbol is stopped changing and there is no hold memory of the normal symbol. This is because the device 6B is in the closed state, and it is possible to capture the second special symbol aiming at the fluctuation stop timing (in the case of a small hit, if the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is long, the passing gate By the time the game ball that has passed through 41 reaches the variable winning ball device 6B or the special variable winning ball device 17, the variable winning ball device 6B does not open, and the special winning opening can be won). On the other hand, in this feature unit 052IW, by shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened after the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 and before reaching the variable winning ball device 6B. Is set to start, so that it is possible to eliminate the capture element by the launch operation aiming at the small hit occurrence timing based on the fluctuation display of the second special symbol in the first KT state.

(Direction control command)
10-15 and 10-16 are explanatory views showing an example of the contents of the effect control command sent to the effect control CPU 120. In the example shown in FIGS. 10-15, the commands 8000 (H) to 8009 (H) and 8011 (H) to 8032 (H) are decorations that are variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol. This is an effect control command (variation pattern command) that specifies a variation pattern of a symbol. The effect control command for specifying the fluctuation pattern is also a command for designating the fluctuation start. Therefore, when the effect control CPU 120 receives any of the commands 8000 (H) to 8009 (H) and 8011 (H) to 8032 (H), the image display device 5 starts the variable display of the decorative symbol. Control.

The command 9001 (H) is an effect control command (display result 1 designation command) (missing designation command) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is to be missed. The command 9002 (H) is an effect control command (display result 2 designation command (10R probability variation jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 10R probability variation jackpot. .. The command 9003 (H) is an effect control command (display result 3 designation command (6R probability variation jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 6R probability variation jackpot. .. The command 9004 (H) is an effect control command (display result 4 designation command (6R normal jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 6R normal jackpot. .. The command 9005 (H) is an effect control command (display result 5 designation command (2R probability variation jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 2R probability variation jackpot. .. The command 9006 (H) is an effect control command (display result 6 designation command (2R normal jackpot designation command)) that specifies that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol specified by the variation pattern command is the 2R normal jackpot. .. The command 9007 (H) is an effect control command (display result 7 designation command (small hit designation command)) for designating that the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol designated by the variation pattern command is a small hit.

Hereinafter, the display result 1 designation command to the display result 7 designation command may be referred to as a display result designation command. In this feature unit 052IW, since the game control microcomputer 100 transmits a display result specification command immediately before the variation pattern command, the display result specification command received by the effect control CPU 120 immediately before the first variation pattern command is Since it can be determined that the display result specification command is for the first special symbol, and the display result specification command received immediately before the second variation pattern command is a display result specification command for the second special symbol, the display result is displayed. The designation command can be used for both the first special symbol and the second special symbol, but the display result designation command for the first special symbol and the display result designation command for the second special symbol may be separated.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 100 does not send a display result designation command, but corresponds to each of 10R probability variation jackpot / 6R probability variation jackpot / 6R normal jackpot / 2R probability variation jackpot / 2R normal jackpot / small hit / miss. The variation pattern command may be determined, and the effect control CPU 120 may determine the stop symbol of the decorative symbol based on the received variation pattern command.

The command 9C00 (H) is an effect control command (right-handed lighting end designation command) for designating that the right-handed display 26 has finished lighting. The command 9C01 (H) is an effect control command (right-handed lighting start designation command) for designating that the right-handed display 26 has started lighting.

The command A000 (H) is an effect control command (first symbol confirmation designation command) capable of specifying the stop of the variable display of the first special symbol. The command A001 (H) is an effect control command (second symbol confirmation designation command) capable of specifying the stop of the variable display of the second special symbol.

The command A002 (H) is an effect control command (first forced symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify that the variable display of the first special symbol is forcibly stopped. The command A003 (H) is an effect control command (second forced symbol confirmation designation command) that can specify that the variable display of the second special symbol is forcibly stopped.

The command BXXX (H) (X = arbitrary hexadecimal number) is an effect control command sent from the start of the big hit game to the end of the big hit game. Among them, B000 (H) is an effect control command (big hit start designation command: fanfare designation command) for designating the start of the jackpot game. B001 (H) is an effect control command (big hit end designation command: ending designation command) for designating the end of the jackpot game. B004 (H) is an effect control command (small hit start designation command) for designating the start of the small hit game. B005 (H) is an effect control command (small hit end designation command) for designating the end of the small hit game.

The command B1XX (H) is an effect control command (display command during the opening of the big winning opening) that specifies the display during the round during the big hit game. The number of rounds to be displayed in "XX" is set. The command B2XX (H) is an effect control command (display command after opening the big winning opening) that specifies the display after the round (display of the interval between rounds) during the big hit game.

The command B400 (H) is an effect control command (a command for designating a prize in the prize opening) for designating that the game ball has won a prize in the prize opening. The command B401 (H) is an effect control command (special winning opening winning designation command) for designating that the game ball has won a prize in the special winning opening.

The command C000 (H) is an effect control command (first effective start prize designation command) indicating that the game ball has won a prize in the first start winning opening in a state where the first reserved memory number has not reached 4. The command C001 (H) is an effect control command (second effective start prize designation command) indicating that the game ball has won a prize in the second start winning opening in a state where the second reserved memory number has not reached 4. It should be noted that a command indicating the first reserved storage number may be transmitted as the first valid start winning prize designation command, and a command indicating the second reserved storage number may be transmitted as the second valid start winning prize designation command, but this feature unit 052IW Then, the first effective start prize designation command and the second valid start prize designation command are commands indicating that there is a start prize.

The command C801 (H) is an effect control command (gate passage designation command) for designating that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41.

The command D000 (H) is an effect control command (first customer) that specifies that it is in the first customer waiting state (the state in which the first special symbol is not changed and the first hold memory is not stored). Wait demo display specification command). The command D001 (H) is an effect control command (second customer) that specifies that it is in the second customer waiting state (the state in which the second special symbol is not changed and the second hold memory is not stored). Wait demo display specification command). The first customer waiting demo display designation command may be a command that can be transmitted only in the normal state. Further, the second customer waiting demo display designation command may be a command that can be transmitted only in the KT state.

The command E000 (H) is an effect control command (low probability / non-KT background designation command) for designating the background display when the game state is the low probability / non-KT state. The command E001 (H) is an effect control command (low probability / first KT background designation command) for designating the background display when the gaming state is the low probability / first KT state. The command E002 (H) is an effect control command (high accuracy / first KT background designation command) for designating the background display when the game state is the high probability / first KT state. The command E003 (H) is an effect control command (high accuracy / second KT background designation command) for designating the background display when the game state is the high probability / second KT state.

The command E1XX (H) is an effect control command (setting command) for designating the currently set setting value. A set value is set in "XX". For example, when the set value is set to "1", the command E100 (H) is transmitted as a setting command. Further, for example, when the set value is set to "6", the command E105 (H) is transmitted as a setting command.

When the effect control CPU 120 (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) mounted on the effect control board 12 receives the above-mentioned effect control command from the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11. The display state of the image display device 5 is changed according to the contents shown in 10-15 and 10-16, the display state of the lamp is changed, and the sound number data is output to the voice control board 13. It should be noted that the effect control commands other than the effect control commands shown in FIGS. 10-15 and 10-16 are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. For example, a more detailed effect control command related to the jackpot game and an effect control command indicating the game state (for example, an effect control command indicating an initialization command) are also transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

(1st special symbol normal processing)
FIG. 10-17 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol normal process (step S110A) in the first special symbol process process. The state in which the first special symbol normal processing is executed is when the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S110A. The case where the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value indicating step S110A is a state in which the first special symbol display device 4A does not display the variation of the first special symbol.

In the first special symbol normal process, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) first determines whether the value of the bonus control process flag is a value indicating the bonus control normal process (step S120). Confirm whether or not (step 052IWS50A). In addition, when the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), that is, the value of the accessory control process flag is the gate passage waiting process (step S121) to the small hit. When the value does not indicate the end process (step S128), and neither the big hit game (the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened a predetermined time) nor the small hit game (the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened). is there.

If the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), the game control microcomputer 100 confirms the value of the first reserved storage number (step 052IWS51A). Specifically, the count value of the first hold storage counter is confirmed. If the first hold storage number is 0, the first customer waiting demo display designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS52A).

If the first reserved storage number is not 0, the game control microcomputer 100 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 in the first reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102, and the RAM 102. In addition to storing in the first random number buffer area of (step 052IWS53A), the value of the first reserved storage number is decremented by 1 (the count value of the first reserved storage number counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted. (Step 052IWS54A). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first hold storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first hold storage number buffer of the RAM 102 is set to the first hold storage number = n−. Store in the storage area corresponding to 1. Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved storage number is extracted always matches the order of the first reserved storage number = 1, 2, 3, and 4. It has become like. That is, in this example, the contents of each storage area are shifted each time the start condition of the variable display is satisfied, so that the order in which each random value is extracted can be specified. In this example, each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to the first reserved storage number and each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number are The order of extraction is also identifiable and saved.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 controls to transmit a setting command indicating a set value set in the RAM 102 to the effect control board 12 (step 052IWS55A). In this example, by executing the process of step 052IWS55A, the setting command is transmitted every time the fluctuation display is started, but the setting change process (process of changing the set value) is performed when the power is turned on. The setting command is also sent when it is executed.

The timing of sending the setting command is not limited to the one shown in this example. For example, the setting command is configured to be sent at each end of the variable display, or the setting command is sent during the variable display. It may be configured.

After that, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits a background designation command according to the current game state to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS56A). Specifically, when the probability variation flag and the high base flag are off, it is determined that the state is low probability / non-KT, and the low probability / non-KT background specification command is executed. The probability variation flag is off and the high base flag is on. In some cases, it is determined that the state is low probability / first KT, and the low probability / first KT background specification command is executed. If the probability variation flag is on and the high base flag is on, the command is high probability / first KT state. If the probability variation flag is on and the high base flag is off, the high probability / second KT state is determined and the high accuracy / second KT background specification command is executed. Send.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the jackpot variation of the second special symbol is in progress (step 052IWS57A). Specifically, when the second jackpot flag indicating that a jackpot is achieved is set based on the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, it is determined that the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol is in progress. If it is determined that the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol is in progress, the process proceeds to step 052IWS69A without performing the processing after step 052IWS58A. As a result, when the fluctuation of the first special symbol is started during the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, the jackpot determination value is forcibly removed regardless of whether or not the jackpot determination value is stored.

The method of forcibly removing the material is not limited to the above. For example, when the big hit of the second special symbol is fluctuating in step 052IWS57A, a process of setting a random number value (fixed value) that is out of order as a random number for hit determination is performed, and by shifting to step 052IWS59A, at the time of starting winning. Regardless of which hit determination random number has been acquired, it may be forcibly removed.

Further, for example, when the big hit of the second special symbol is changing in step 052IWS57A, a random number value (fixed value) that is out of alignment is set as a random number for hit determination without performing the processing of steps 052IWS58A to S63A. By performing the hit determination, it may be forcibly removed regardless of which random number for the hit determination was acquired at the time of the start winning.

When the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol is not in progress, the game control microcomputer 100 reads the hit determination random number from the first random number storage buffer (step 052IWS58A) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 052IWS59A). The jackpot determination module is a program that determines that a jackpot is determined when a random number for hit determination matches a predetermined jackpot determination value. When it is decided to make a big hit (step 052IWS60A), the game control microcomputer 100 sets the first big hit flag indicating that the big hit is made based on the variation display of the first special symbol (step 052IWS61A). .. Then, it is determined whether the jackpot type is a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 6R normal jackpot based on the hit type determination random number (step 052IWS62A), the jackpot type is stored (step 052IWS63A), and step 052IWS69A. Move to.

If the big hit is not made in step 052IWS60A, the game control microcomputer 100 executes the small hit determination module (step 052IWS64A). The small hit determination module is a program that determines that a small hit is determined when a hit determination random number (a random number for small hit determination may be used) matches a predetermined small hit determination value. When it is decided to make a small hit (step 052IWS65A), the game control microcomputer 100 sets the first small hit flag indicating that the small hit will be made based on the variation display of the first special symbol (step 052IWS65A). Step 052IWS66A). Further, the game control microcomputer 100 determines the small hit type based on the random number for determining the hit type (step 052IWS67A), and stores the small hit type (step 052IWS68A). In this example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the small hit type is determined to be small hit A (see FIG. 10-6 (A)). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS69A.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the value of the high base number counter indicating the remaining number of times in the high base state is "0" (step 052IWS69A), and if it is "0", step 052IWS75A. Move to. When the value of the high base count counter is not "0", that is, in the low probability / first KT state, the game control microcomputer 100 subtracts the value of the high base count counter by "1" (step 052IWS70A). It is determined whether or not the result is "0" (step 052IWS71A). If the value of the high base count counter does not become "0", the process proceeds to step 052IWS75A. When the value of the high base count counter becomes "0", the game control microcomputer 100 resets the high base flag indicating that it is in the high base state (step 052IWS72A), and shortens the variation display of the special symbol. The special figure time reduction flag indicating that control is in progress is reset (step 052IWS73A). Further, the game control microcomputer 100 sets a lighting extension flag (state extension flag) indicating that the lighting of the right-handed display 26 is extended until the end of the fluctuation (step 052IWS74A). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS75A.

In this feature unit 052IW, as will be described later, it is highly probable that the high base flag is set and the number of executions of the fluctuation display in the high base state is managed at the end of the big hit game based on the 6R normal big hit or the 2R normal big hit. / High base state (low probability / first KT state) is controlled and 50 times of fluctuation display is executed. In the case of the low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), when the 50th variation display is started, it is determined as Y in steps 052IWS71A and S71B, and the high base flag is set in steps 052IWS72A and S72B. At the same time as being reset, the special time saving flag is also reset in steps 052IWS73A and S73B, and the state shifts to the low probability / low base state (normal state (non-KT state)).

The lighting extension flag (state extension flag) is for continuing the right-handed notification and continuing the right-handed state, and although the high base state has ended as the game state, the fluctuation reduction common to the first KT state is shortened. It is a flag for making the production background common to the first KT state while keeping the state.

In this example, by executing the process of step 052IWS74A or the process of step 052IWS74B described later, the high base state is caused by the start of fluctuation of either the variation display of the first special symbol or the variation display of the second special symbol. When the final fluctuation of (in this example, the 50th fluctuation display) is started, the lighting extension flag (state extension flag) is set and the fluctuation shortening state is extended. In this case, when the lighting extension flag (state extension flag) is set, whether the variation display of the first special symbol or the variation display of the second special symbol (in this example, the 50th variation display) ends. , Or the other special symbol variation display (in this example, the 51st variation display) is reset, the lighting extension flag (state extension flag) is reset, and the extension of the variation shortening state is completed. Is desirable.

Then, in step 052IWS75A, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the first fluctuation pattern setting process (step 052IWS75A). Although not shown, the symbol to be stopped immediately before step 052IWS75A is confirmed.

In step 052IWS59A, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit by using either the non-probable change big hit determination table or the probable change big hit determination table in consideration of the gaming state.

(1st fluctuation pattern setting process)
FIG. 10-18 is a flowchart showing the first variation pattern setting process (step S111A) in the first special symbol process process. In the first variation pattern setting process, first, whether or not the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is set with the special figure time reduction flag indicating that the variation display of the special symbol is being shortened. (Step 052IWS1700A). In this example, it is more advantageous to execute the variation display of the second special symbol by setting the special symbol time reduction flag and performing the shortening control of the variation display of the special symbol (FIG. 10-7). (Refer to FIG. 10-9), since a small hit is likely to occur, the state is controlled to the KT state. Unless the special figure time reduction flag is set (that is, it is not in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 uses the non-variation pattern table shown in FIG. 10-7 (A) as a variation pattern table for determining the variation pattern. The first special symbol variation pattern table for KT is selected (step 052IWS1701A). If the special figure time reduction flag is set (that is, in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 uses the KT shown in FIG. 10-7 (B) as a fluctuation pattern table for determining the fluctuation pattern. The first special symbol variation pattern table for time is selected (step 052IWS1702A).

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 is based on the variation pattern table determined to be used in steps 052IWS1701A and S1702A and the variation pattern determination random number stored in the first special symbol determination buffer. It is determined which of the fluctuation patterns shown in FIG. 10-7 is used (step 052IWS1703A). In this example, the fluctuation time of the first special symbol is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern. Further, after the fluctuation time is determined, the fluctuation pattern in which the determined fluctuation time is set may be selected from a plurality of fluctuation patterns.

When the variation pattern is determined, the game control microcomputer 100 controls to transmit the variation pattern command indicating the determined variation pattern to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1704A).

Further, when the fluctuation time (fluctuation pattern) of the first special symbol is determined in step 052IWS1703A, the game control microcomputer 100 sets the fluctuation time data indicating the determined fluctuation time in the first fluctuation time timer and the fluctuation time. (Step 052IWS1705A) and start the variable display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A (step 052IWS1706A). Then, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the value of the first special figure process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol variation process (step 052IWS1707A).

(1st special symbol change processing)
FIG. 10-19 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol variation process (step S112A) in the first special symbol process process. In the first special symbol variation process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120) (step 052IWS1120A). In addition, when the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), that is, the value of the accessory control process flag is the gate passage waiting process (step S121) to the small hit. When the value does not indicate the end process (step S128), and neither the big hit game (the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened a predetermined time) nor the small hit game (the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened). is there.

If the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), the CPU 103 determines whether or not to make a big hit if it has not yet been transmitted, and the jackpot type. Based on the determination result, one of the display result designation commands (display result 1 designation command, display result 2 designation command, display result 3 designation command, display result 4 designation command, display result 7 designation command) is sent to the effect control CPU 120. Control for transmission is performed (step 052IWS1121A).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the first fluctuation time timer (step 052IWS1122A), and when the first fluctuation time timer times out (step 052IWS1123A), controls to transmit the first symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1123A). Step 052IWS1124A). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop process (step S113A) (step 052IWS1130A).

When the first fluctuation time timer has not timed out, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (step 052IWS1125A). Whether or not the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B is determined by, for example, the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the second special symbol stop processing. It can be determined by confirming whether or not the second big hit flag indicating that the big hit is set is set based on the variation display of the second special symbol.

If the big hit symbol is not derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (step 052IWS1126A). Whether or not the small hit symbol is derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B is determined by, for example, that the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the second special symbol stop processing. , It can be determined by confirming whether or not the second small hit flag indicating that the small hit is obtained is set based on the variation display of the second special symbol. If the small hit symbol is not derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B, the process ends as it is.

If the small hit symbol is derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the variable display of the first special symbol being executed is a big hit (step 052IWS1127A). .. It should be noted that whether or not the variable display of the first special symbol being executed is a big hit can be determined by checking, for example, whether or not the first big hit flag is set. If the variable display of the first special symbol being executed is not a big hit, the process is terminated as it is.

If the variable display of the first special symbol being executed is a big hit, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit type is a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 6R probability variation jackpot (step 052IWS1128A). Whether or not it is a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 6R probability variation jackpot can be determined by checking, for example, the jackpot type stored in step 052IWS63A. If it is a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 6R probability variation jackpot, the process ends as it is.

When the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B (Y in step 052IWS1125A) or when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed (Y in step 052IWS1126A), either the 10R probability variation jackpot or the 6R probability variation jackpot is displayed. When the variation display of the first special symbol (that is, 6R is a normal jackpot) is being executed (Y in step 052IWS1127A, N in step 052IWS1128A), the CPU 103 causes the effect control CPU 120 to perform the first compulsory symbol. Control is performed to send a confirmation designation command (step 052IWS1129A). In this case, if the first big hit flag and the first small hit flag are set, the CPU 103 resets the first big hit flag and the first small hit flag. Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop process (step S113A) (step 052IWS1130A).

By executing the processes of steps 052IWS1125A to S1129A, in this feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the second special symbol becomes a big hit or a small hit during the execution of the variation display of the first special symbol. In this case, when the variable display of the first special symbol, which is a normal jackpot (6R normal jackpot in this example), is being executed, the variable display of the first special symbol is forcibly stopped and the first special symbol is stopped. And the second special symbol do not cause a big hit or a small hit at the same time. In this case, on the effect control CPU 120 side, if the variation display of the first special symbol is forcibly missed, the decorative symbol is changed based on the second forced symbol confirmation designation command transmitted in step 052IWS1129A. As a display result, it is controlled to forcibly stop and display the out-of-order symbol.

In this example, the variation display of the second special symbol becomes a small hit during the execution of the variation display of the first special symbol, and the probability variation jackpot (in this example, the 10R probability variation jackpot or the 6R probability variation jackpot). If the variation display of the first special symbol is being executed, the first special symbol variation process is terminated as it is (see Y in step 052IWS1128A), but in this case, the variation display of the second special symbol is displayed. Based on the small hit, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step S126), and the game shifts to the small hit game. Therefore, after the next timer interrupt, it is determined as N in step 052IWS1120A, the processing of steps 052IWS1121A to S1130A is skipped, and the first variable time timer of step 052IWS1122A is not updated. Therefore, when the variation display of the second special symbol is a small hit and the variation display of the first special symbol, which is a probability variation big hit, is being executed, the first variation time timer is during the small hit game. The update of is interrupted, and the variable display of the first special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the first variable time timer is restarted.

Further, in this example, the variation display of the second special symbol is a small hit during the execution of the variation display of the first special symbol, and the variation display of the first special symbol which is a miss or a small hit is being performed. If there is, the first special symbol variation processing is terminated as it is (see N in step 052IWS1127A). Therefore, even when the variation display of the second special symbol is a small hit and the variation display of the first special symbol which is a miss or a small hit is being executed, the first variation is performed during the small hit game. When the update of the time timer is interrupted and the variation display of the first special symbol is continuously executed and the small hit game is completed, the update of the first variation time timer is restarted.

(1st special symbol stop processing)
FIG. 10-20 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol stop processing. In the first special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the lighting extension flag is set (step 052IWS2010A). If the lighting extension flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the set lighting extension flag (step 052IWS2011A). Further, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed display 26 (step 052IWS2012A), and also controls to transmit a right-handed lighting end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2013A).

In this example, since the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) is provided on the right side of the game area, the person who performs the right-handed operation when the game state is controlled to the KT state. Is advantageous for the player, and the right-handed indicator 26 is turned on. Therefore, in this example, the right-handed indicator 26 is lit during the low probability / first KT state, but the 50th variation display is displayed by executing the processes of steps 052IWS69A to S74A and S69B to S74B. When starting, the low probability / first KT state is terminated to shift to the normal state (non-KT state), and the processes of steps 052IWS2010A to S2013A and S2010B to S2013B are executed to end the 50th variation display. The right-handed display 26 is turned off.

Next, the CPU 103 derives and displays the stop symbol of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display device 4A (step 052IWS2014A). In this case, if the first forced symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted in step 052IWS1129A of the first special symbol variation processing, it is forced as a stop symbol of the first special symbol regardless of the determination result at the start of the variation. The out-of-target design is derived and displayed.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first jackpot flag is set (step 052IWS2015A). When the first jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103 sets the jackpot start flag indicating that the jackpot is started (step 052IWS2016A). Further, the CPU 103 clears the first jackpot flag (step 052IWS2017A).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed display 26 (step 052IWS2018A), and also controls to transmit a right-handed lighting start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2019A). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2027A.

Step 052 By executing the processes of IWS2018A and S2019A, in this example, the right-handed display 26 is started to be lit when a big hit is made in the variable display of the first special symbol. That is, in this example, in this example, since the special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening) is provided on the right side of the game area, it is advantageous for the player to perform the right-handed operation during the big hit game. The right-handed display 26 is turned on.

In this example, after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the jackpot game is started based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41. Therefore, right-handed at the timing when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. The display 26 may be configured to start lighting.

When the first big hit flag is not set (N in step 052IWS2015A), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the first small hit flag is set (step 052IWS2020A). When the first small hit flag is set, control is performed to send a small hit start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2021A). Further, the CPU 103 clears the first small hit flag (step 052IWS2022A). Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step 052IWS2026A). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2027A.

In this example, since the special variable winning ball device 17 (special winning opening) is provided on the right side of the game area, it is inherently advantageous for the player to perform the right-handed operation during the small hit game. However, as already explained, when the small hit is obtained in the variable display of the first special symbol, the small hit type is only the small hit A, and it is almost impossible to expect the game ball to win the special winning opening. Therefore, in this example, when a small hit occurs in the variable display of the first special symbol, the right-handed display 26 is not lit and the right-handed lighting start designation command is not transmitted.

Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the first special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the first special symbol normal processing (step 052IWS2027A).

In this example, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol, the right-handed notification that urges the player to launch the game ball to the right of the game area can be executed. There is. In addition, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol, a launch promotion notification that urges the player to launch the game ball aiming at the passing gate 41 can be executed as a right-handed notification. You may be.

In addition, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the second special symbol, the right-handed notification or launch promotion notification is not executed, and when the game ball wins the first start winning opening in that state, the right-handed notification or launch promotion notification is executed. (In this case, since the gate is waiting to pass through, even if the game ball wins in the first start winning opening, the variation display of the first special symbol is not started immediately, and the first hold memory is set). It may be configured as.

On the contrary, when the passage of the game ball at the passing gate 41 is detected in the normal state (low probability / non-KT state), the recognition degree is low (for example, low volume sound output or small screen display). Therefore, the player may be configured to perform a left-handed notification prompting the player to launch and operate the game ball to the left of the game area. On the other hand, when the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening or the special winning opening is detected in the normal state (low probability / non-KT state), the recognition degree is high (for example, loud sound output or It may be configured to perform left-handed notification by (large screen display). With such a configuration, it is possible to accurately notify the launch. In particular, with the above configuration, a player who accidentally launches a game ball to the right of the game area is given a slight left-handed notification in a mode in which the degree of recognition to the surroundings of the game machine is low. , The player who intentionally performs the right-handed operation may be configured to perform the left-handed notification in a manner in which the degree of recognition to the surroundings of the game machine is high. With such a configuration, it is possible to urge the player who intentionally performs the right-handed operation to return to the left-handed operation from the clerk of the game store.

Further, in the above case, the left-handed notification may be performed when the number of detected game balls at the passing gate 41, the second starting winning opening, and the special winning opening reaches a certain number. In addition, when the passing gate 41 detects a game ball a plurality of times (for example, 5 times) within a predetermined period (for example, 1 minute), a left-handed notification is given, and the second start winning opening and the special winning opening are more than a predetermined number. It may be configured to give a left-handed notification when a small number (for example, one) or more of game balls are detected.

In this feature unit 052IW, the demo display is performed when a specific condition is satisfied, but when the demo display is performed in the normal state, the passage gate 41, the second start winning opening, or the special winning opening is displayed. When the winning of the game ball is detected, the execution of the demo display that has been executed may be terminated and the left-handed notification may be given.

(2nd special symbol normal processing)
FIG. 10-21 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol normal processing in the second special symbol process processing. The state in which the second special symbol normal processing is executed is when the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value indicating the second special symbol normal processing. In addition, when the value of the second special symbol process flag is a value indicating the second special symbol normal processing, there is a state in which the second special symbol display device 4B does not display the variation of the second special symbol.

In the second special symbol normal processing, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) first determines whether the value of the bonus control process flag is a value indicating the bonus control normal process (step S120). Confirm whether or not (step 052IWS50B). In addition, when the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), that is, the value of the accessory control process flag is the gate passage waiting process (step S121) to the small hit. When the value does not indicate the end process (step S128), and neither the big hit game (the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened a predetermined time) nor the small hit game (the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened). is there.

If the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), the game control microcomputer 100 confirms the value of the second reserved storage number (step 052IWS51B). Specifically, the count value of the second reserved storage counter is confirmed. If the second hold storage number is 0, the second customer waiting demo display designation command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS52B).

If the second reserved storage number is not 0, the game control microcomputer 100 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved storage number = 1 in the second reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102, and the RAM 102. In addition to storing in the second random number buffer area of (step 052IWS53B), the value of the second reserved storage number is decremented by 1 (the count value of the second reserved storage number counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted. (Step 052IWS54B). That is, each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved storage number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved storage number buffer of the RAM 102 is set to the second reserved storage number = n−. Store in the storage area corresponding to 1. Therefore, the order in which each random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to each second reserved storage number is extracted always matches the order in which the second reserved storage number = 1, 2, 3, and 4. It has become like. That is, in this example, the contents of each storage area are shifted each time the start condition of the variable display is satisfied, so that the order in which each random value is extracted can be specified.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 controls to transmit a setting command indicating a set value set in the RAM 102 to the effect control board 12 (step 052IWS55B). In this example, by executing the process of step 052IWS55B, the setting command is transmitted every time the fluctuation display is started. The setting command is also sent when it is executed.

After that, the game control microcomputer 100 transmits a background designation command according to the current game state to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS56B). The specific method of transmitting the background designation command is the same as the process shown in step 052IWS56A of the first special symbol normal process.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the jackpot variation of the first special symbol is in progress (step 052IWS57B). Specifically, when the first jackpot flag indicating that a jackpot is achieved is set based on the variation display of the first special symbol, it is determined that the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is in progress. When it is determined that the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is in progress, the process proceeds to step 052IWS69B without performing the processing after step 052IWS58B. As a result, when the fluctuation of the second special symbol is started during the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol, the jackpot determination value is forcibly removed regardless of whether or not the jackpot determination value is stored.

The method of forcibly removing the material is not limited to the above. For example, when the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is in progress in step 052IWS57B, a process of setting a random number value (fixed value) that is out of order as a random number for hit determination is performed, and the process shifts to step 052IWS59B. It may be forcibly removed regardless of whether the random number for hit determination has been acquired.

Further, for example, when the big hit of the first special symbol is changing in step 052IWS57B, a random number value (fixed value) that is out of alignment is set as a random number for hit determination without performing the processing of steps 052IWS58B to S63B. By performing the hit determination, it may be forcibly removed regardless of which random number for the hit determination was acquired at the time of the start winning.

When the jackpot fluctuation of the first special symbol is not in progress, the game control microcomputer 100 reads the hit determination random number from the second random number storage buffer (step 052IWS58B) and executes the jackpot determination module (step 052IWS59B). The jackpot determination module is a program that determines that a jackpot is determined when a random number for hit determination matches a predetermined jackpot determination value. When it is decided to make a big hit (step 052IWS60B), the game control microcomputer 100 sets a second big hit flag indicating that the big hit is made based on the variation display of the second special symbol (step 052IWS61B). .. Then, based on the random number for determining the hit type, it is determined whether the jackpot type is a 10R probability variable jackpot, a 6R probability variable jackpot, a 2R probability variable jackpot, or a 2R normal jackpot (step 052IWS62B), and the jackpot type is stored (step 052IWS63B). ), The process proceeds to step 052IWS69B.

If the big hit is not made in step 052IWS60B, the game control microcomputer 100 executes the small hit determination module (step 052IWS64B). The small hit determination module is a program that determines that a small hit is determined when a hit determination random number (a random number for small hit determination may be used) matches a predetermined small hit determination value. When it is decided to make a small hit (step 052IWS65B), the game control microcomputer 100 sets a second small hit flag indicating that the small hit will be made based on the variation display of the second special symbol (step 052IWS65B). Step 052IWS66B). Further, the game control microcomputer 100 determines the small hit type based on the random number for determining the hit type (step 052IWS67B), and stores the small hit type (step 052IWS68B). In this example, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the small hit type is determined to be small hit B or small hit C (see FIG. 10-6 (B)). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS69B.

Next, the game control microcomputer 100 determines whether or not the value of the high base number counter is "0" (step 052IWS69B), and if it is "0", the process proceeds to step 052IWS75B. When the value of the high base count counter is not "0", that is, in the low probability / first KT state, the game control microcomputer 100 subtracts the value of the high base count counter by "1" (step 052IWS70B). It is determined whether or not the result is "0" (step 052IWS71B). If the value of the high base count counter does not become "0", the process proceeds to step 052IWS75B. When the value of the high base count counter becomes "0", the game control microcomputer 100 resets the high base flag indicating that it is in the high base state (step 052IWS72B), and shortens the variation display of the special symbol. The special figure time reduction flag indicating that the control is in progress is reset (step 052IWS73B). Further, the game control microcomputer 100 sets the lighting extension flag (state extension flag) (step 052IWS74B). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS75B.

Then, in step 052IWS75B, the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the second fluctuation pattern setting process (step 052IWS75B). Although not shown, the symbol to be stopped immediately before step 052IWS75B is confirmed.

In step 052IWS59B, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit by using either the non-probable change big hit determination table or the probable change big hit determination table in consideration of the gaming state.

The second variation pattern setting process is the same as the first variation pattern setting process (step S111A) shown in FIG. 10-18. That is, in the first variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 10-18, if "first" is read as "second", the second variation pattern process is explained. However, in the second variation pattern setting process, the CPU 103 first performs the same process as in step 052IWS1700A, and confirms whether or not the special figure time reduction flag is set. If the special figure time reduction flag is not set (that is, if it is not in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 uses the non-variation pattern table shown in FIG. 10-8 (C) as a variation pattern table for determining the variation pattern. Select the second special symbol variation pattern table for KT. If the special figure time reduction flag is set (that is, in the KT state), the game control microcomputer 100 fluctuates according to whether or not the probability variation flag and the high base flag are set and the number of fluctuations. As the variation pattern table for determining the pattern, any one of the variation pattern tables for KT shown in FIGS. 10-8 (D) to 10-9 (I) is selected for the second special symbol variation pattern table. For example, if the probability variation flag is off and the high base flag is on (low probability / first KT state), the first variation is the variation pattern table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 10-8 (D). Select, select the second special symbol variation pattern table shown in FIG. 10-8 (E) for the 2nd to 49th variations, and select the second variation pattern table shown in FIG. 10-8 (F) for the 50th variation. Select the variable pattern table for special symbols. Further, for example, if both the probability variation flag and the high base flag are on (high probability / first KT state), the first variation is the variation for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 10-9 (G). The pattern table is selected, and if it is the second variation or later, the variation pattern table for the second special symbol shown in FIG. 10-9 (H) is selected. Further, for example, if the probability variation flag is on and the high base flag is off (in the high probability / second KT state), the second special symbol variation pattern table shown in FIG. 10-9 (I) is selected.

(2nd special symbol change processing)
FIG. 10-22 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation process in the second special symbol process process. In the second special symbol variation process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120) (step 052IWS1120B). In addition, when the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), that is, the value of the accessory control process flag is the gate passage waiting process (step S121) to the small hit. When the value does not indicate the end process (step S128), and neither the big hit game (the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened a predetermined time) nor the small hit game (the special variable winning ball device 17 is opened). is there.

If the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the accessory control normal process (step S120), the CPU 103 determines whether or not to make a big hit if it has not yet been transmitted, and the jackpot type. Based on the decision result, one of the display result designation commands (display result 1 designation command, display result 2 designation command, display result 3 designation command, display result 5 designation command, display result 6 designation command, display result 7 designation command) Is controlled to be transmitted to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1121B).

Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the second fluctuation time timer (step 052IWS1122B), and when the second fluctuation time timer times out (step 052IWS1123B), controls to transmit the second symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1123B). Step 052IWS1124B). Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the second special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the second special symbol stop process (step 052IWS1130B).

When the second fluctuation time timer has not timed out, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A (step 052IWS1125B). Whether or not the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A is determined by, for example, the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop processing. It can be determined by confirming whether or not the first big hit flag indicating that the big hit is set is set based on the variation display of the first special symbol.

If the big hit symbol is not derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit symbol is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A (step 052IWS1126B). Whether or not the small hit symbol is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A is determined by, for example, the value of the first special symbol process flag is a value corresponding to the first special symbol stop processing. , It can be determined by confirming whether or not the first small hit flag indicating that a small hit is set is set based on the variation display of the first special symbol. If the small hit symbol is not derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A, the process ends as it is.

If the small hit symbol is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the variable display of the second special symbol being executed is a big hit (step 052IWS1127B). .. It should be noted that whether or not the variable display of the second special symbol being executed is a big hit can be determined by checking, for example, whether or not the second big hit flag is set. If the variable display of the second special symbol being executed is not a big hit, the process is terminated as it is.

If the variable display of the second special symbol being executed is a big hit, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the big hit type is a 10R probability variable jackpot, a 6R probability variable jackpot, or a 2R probability variable jackpot (step 052IWS1128B). .. Whether or not it is a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 2R probability variation jackpot can be determined, for example, by checking the jackpot type stored in step 052IWS63B. If it is a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 2R probability variation jackpot, the process ends as it is.

When the big hit symbol is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A (Y in step 052IWS1125B), or when the small hit symbol is derived and displayed (Y in step 052IWS1126B), the 10R probability variation jackpot, the 6R probability variation jackpot, and When the variation display of the second special symbol that is neither a 2R probability variation jackpot (that is, a 2R normal jackpot) is being executed (Y in step 052IWS1127B, N in step 052IWS1128B), the CPU 103 is the effect control CPU 120. The second compulsory symbol confirmation designation command is controlled to be transmitted to (step 052IWS1129B). In this case, if the second big hit flag or the second small hit flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the second big hit flag or the second small hit flag. Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the second special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the second special symbol stop process (step 052IWS1130B).

By executing the processes of steps 052IWS1125B to S1129B, in this feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the first special symbol becomes a big hit or a small hit during the execution of the variation display of the second special symbol. In this case, when the variable display of the second special symbol, which is a normal jackpot (2R normal jackpot in this example), is being executed, the variable display of the second special symbol is forcibly stopped and the first special symbol is stopped. And the second special symbol do not cause a big hit or a small hit at the same time. In this case, on the effect control CPU 120 side, if the variation display of the second special symbol is forcibly missed, the decorative symbol is changed based on the second forced symbol confirmation designation command transmitted in step 052IWS1129B. As a display result, it is controlled to forcibly stop and display the out-of-order symbol.

In this example, the variation display of the first special symbol becomes a small hit during the execution of the variation display of the second special symbol, and the probability variation jackpot (in this example, the 10R probability variation jackpot, the 6R probability variation jackpot, Or, if the variation display of the second special symbol that becomes the 2R probability variation jackpot) is being executed, the second special symbol variation process is terminated as it is (see Y in step 052IWS1128B), but in this case, the first special symbol. Based on the fact that the variation display of the symbol becomes a small hit, the value of the accessory control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the small hit opening preprocessing (step S126), and the game shifts to the small hit game. Therefore, after the next timer interrupt, it is determined as N in step 052IWS1120B, the processing of steps 052IWS1121B to S1130B is skipped, and the second fluctuation time timer of step 052IWS1122B is not updated. Therefore, when the variation display of the first special symbol is a small hit and the variation display of the second special symbol, which is a probability variation big hit, is being executed, the second variation time timer is during the small hit game. The update of the second special symbol is interrupted, and the variable display of the second special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the second variation time timer is restarted.

Further, in this example, the variation display of the first special symbol is a small hit during the execution of the variation display of the second special symbol, and the variation display of the second special symbol which is a miss or a small hit is being performed. If there is, the second special symbol variation process is terminated as it is (see N in step 052IWS1127B). Therefore, even when the variation display of the first special symbol is a small hit and the variation display of the second special symbol which is a miss or a small hit is being executed, the second variation is performed during the small hit game. The update of the time timer is interrupted, the variation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed, and when the small hit game is completed, the update of the second variation time timer is restarted.

By configuring as described above, in the normal state after the end of the first KT state (after the end of the reduced working hours state), the remaining second hold memory can be digested, and a big hit occurs at an unintended timing when the player is absent. Can be suppressed.

Further, a variable winning ball device for the first special symbol is provided below the winning ball device 6A (first starting winning opening), and a winning ball device for the second special symbol is provided on the right side of the game area. In a gaming machine configured to provide a starting winning opening, which is not a variable winning ball device, and to shift to a normal state via a time saving state of the first special symbol after the end of the second KT state (small hit RUSH). , As described above, the configuration in which the variation display of the second special symbol is forcibly removed may be applied. In this case, as the fluctuation efficiency of the first special symbol increases, the frequency of small hits based on the fluctuation display of the first special symbol also increases, but the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is forcibly missed accordingly. By increasing the frequency of this, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of the fluctuation display of the second special symbol based on the second hold memory in the normal state, and further suppress the occurrence of the jackpot at the unintended timing when the player is absent. Can be done.

(2nd special symbol stop processing)
FIG. 10-23 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol stop process. In the second special symbol stop process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the lighting extension flag is set (step 052IWS2010B). If the lighting extension flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the set lighting extension flag (step 052IWS2011B). Further, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed display 26 (step 052IWS2012B), and also controls to transmit a right-handed lighting end designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2013B).

Next, the CPU 103 derives and displays the stop symbol of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display device 4B (step 052IWS2014B). In this case, if the second forced symbol confirmation designation command is transmitted in step 052IWS1129B of the second special symbol variation processing, it is forced as the stop symbol of the second special symbol regardless of the determination result at the start of the variation. The out-of-target design is derived and displayed.

Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second jackpot flag is set (step 052IWS2015B). When the second jackpot flag is set, the CPU 103 sets the jackpot start flag (step 052IWS2016B). Further, the CPU 103 clears the second jackpot flag (step 052IWS2017B).

Next, the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed display 26 (step 052IWS2018B), and also controls to transmit a right-handed lighting start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2019B). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2027B.

Step 052 By executing the processes of IWS2018B and S2019B, in this example, the right-handed display 26 is started to be lit when a big hit is made in the variable display of the second special symbol. That is, in this example, in this example, since the special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening) is provided on the right side of the game area, it is advantageous for the player to perform the right-handed operation during the big hit game. The right-handed display 26 is turned on.

If the second big hit flag is not set (N in step 052IWS2015B), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second small hit flag is set (step 052IWS2020B). When the second small hit flag is set, control is performed to send a small hit start designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2021B). Further, the CPU 103 clears the second small hit flag (step 052IWS2022B).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the special figure time reduction flag is set (step 052IWS2023B). If the special figure time reduction flag is not set (that is, if it is not in the KT state), the CPU 103 controls to start lighting the right-handed display 26 (step 052IWS2024B), and is right with respect to the effect control CPU 120. Control is performed to send a lighting start designation command (step 052IWS2025B).

Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit release preprocessing (step 052IWS2026B). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2027B.

Step 052 By executing the processes of IWS2024B and S2025B, in this example, the right-handed display 26 is started to light when a small hit is made in the variation display of the second special symbol. That is, in this example, in this example, since the special variable winning ball device 17 (special winning opening) is provided on the right side of the game area, it is better for the player to perform the right-handed operation during the small hit game. It is advantageous, and the right-handed indicator 26 is turned on.

However, in this example, even if a small hit is made in the variation display of the second special symbol, the right-handed display 26 should already be lit when the KT state is in effect. Therefore, in this example, by performing the determination process of step 052IWS2023B, if a small hit occurs in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the KT state, the right-handed display 26 is started to light in duplicate. The process of sending a right-handed lighting start specification command is not performed.

Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the second special symbol process flag to a value corresponding to the second special symbol normal processing (step 052IWS2027B).

(Characteristic control normal processing)
FIG. 10-24 is a flowchart showing a bonus control normal process (step S120) in the bonus control process process. In the accessory control normal process, the CPU 103 first confirms whether or not the jackpot start flag is set (step 052IWS2101). If the jackpot start flag is not set, the process ends as it is.

If the jackpot start flag is set, the CPU 103 resets the jackpot start flag (step 052IWS2102). Next, the CPU 103 sets a timer before opening the big winning opening (step 052IWS2103), sets the opening pattern data for round 1 according to the big hit type (step 052IWS2104), and sets the round number counter indicating the number of big hit rounds to "1". "(Step 052IWS2105).

Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the gate passage waiting process (step 052IWS2106).

(Waiting for gate passage)
FIG. 10-25 is a flowchart showing a gate passage waiting process (step S121) in the accessory control process process. In the gate passage waiting process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the detection signal from the gate switch 21 has been input (step 052IWS2501). If the detection signal from the gate switch 21 has not been input, the process ends as it is. If the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is input, the CPU 103 resets the probability change flag, the high base flag, and the special time reduction flag if set, and clears the value of the high base count counter to 0 ( Step 052IWS2502). Next, the CPU 103 transmits a jackpot start designation command (step 052IWS2503), and sets the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the jackpot release preprocessing (step 052IWS2504).

In this feature unit 052IW, the jackpot game is not started as soon as the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variation display result of the second special symbol by executing the gate passage waiting process, but the passage gate 41 is played. It is configured to shift to the jackpot game on condition that the ball has passed and is detected by the gate switch 21.

(Processing during jackpot opening)
FIG. 10-26 is a flowchart showing a jackpot opening process (step S123) in the accessory control process process. In the process of opening the jackpot, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the first count switch 23 is in the ON state (step 052IWS2401). If the first count switch 23 is in the ON state, that is, if the game ball that has won the big prize opening is detected, the CPU 103 has a winning number for counting the number of game balls that have won the big prize opening. The value of the counter is added by 1 (step 052IWS2402). Then, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the large winning opening winning designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2403).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V area switch 052IW106 is in the ON state (step 052IWS2404). If the V area switch 052IW106 is in the ON state, that is, if a game ball that has entered the V area 052IW104 is detected, the CPU 103 sets a V winning flag indicating that the game ball has entered the V area 052IW104. (Step 052IWS2405).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the winning number counter is 10 (step 052IWS2406). If the value of the winning number counter is 10, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2409. If the value of the winning number counter is not 10, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the opening time timer for measuring the opening time of the large winning opening (step 052IWS2407), and the opening time timer after the subtraction times out. It is confirmed whether or not (step 052IWS2408). If the open time timer has not timed out, the process ends as it is.

When the value of the winning number counter is 10 (Y in step 052IWS2406) or when the open time timer times out (Y in step 052IWS2408), the CPU 103 drives the solenoid 82 for the big winning door. It is stopped and the large winning opening is controlled to be closed (step 052IWS2409). Further, the CPU 103 controls to transmit a display command after opening the large winning opening to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS2410). Further, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the round number counter (step 052IWS2411).

Then, the CPU 103 sets the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the post-processing after opening the jackpot (step 052IWS2412).

(Big hit end processing)
FIG. 10-27 is a flowchart showing a jackpot end process (step S125) in the accessory control process process. In the jackpot end processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the jackpot end display timer is set (step 052IWS2200), and if the jackpot end display timer is set, proceeds to step 052IWS2202. When the jackpot end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 corresponds to the display time corresponding to the time when the jackpot end display is performed on the image display device 5 (big hit end display time) on the jackpot end display timer. A value is set (step 052IWS2201), and the process ends.

In step 052IWS2202, the value of the jackpot end display timer is subtracted by 1 (step 052IWS2202). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the jackpot end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the jackpot end display time has elapsed (step 052IWS2203). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the jackpot end display time has elapsed (Y in step 052IWS2203), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the V winning flag is set (step 052IWS2204). If the V winning flag is set, the CPU 103 clears the V winning flag (step 052IWS2205), sets the probability change flag, and shifts to the probability change state (high probability state) (step 052IWS2206).

Next, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the type of jackpot that has ended this time is a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot (step 052IWS2207). Whether or not it is a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot can be determined by checking, for example, the jackpot type stored in step 052IWS63A of the first special symbol normal processing or step 052IWS63B of the second special symbol normal processing. If it is a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot, the CPU 103 sets the special figure time reduction flag and shifts to the KT state (step 052IWS2208). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2215. In the case of a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot, the high base flag is not set. Therefore, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, a high probability / low base state (high) It will be controlled by probability / second KT state).

If it is neither a 10R probability variation jackpot nor a 2R probability variation jackpot, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the type of jackpot completed this time is a 6R probability variation jackpot (step 052IWS2209). Whether or not it is a 6R probability variation jackpot can be determined by checking, for example, the jackpot type stored in step 052IWS63A of the first special symbol normal processing or step 052IWS63B of the second special symbol normal processing. If it is a 6R probability variation jackpot, the CPU 103 sets the high base flag and shifts to the high base state (step 052IWS2210), and further sets the special time saving flag and shifts to the KT state (step 052IWS2211). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2215. Therefore, in the case of a 6R probability variation jackpot, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, it will be controlled to a high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state).

In the case of a 6R probability variation jackpot, only the high base flag is set, and the high base number counter is not set. In this case, since the high base count counter is reset to 0 when the jackpot game is started (see step 052IWS2502 of the gate passage waiting process), the value of the high base count counter remains 0. Therefore, after the jackpot game based on the 6R probability variation jackpot is completed, it is controlled to the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state), and the value of the high base count counter is 0 in the subsequent fluctuation display. It is determined as Y in step 052IWS69A of the first special symbol normal processing and step 052IWS69B of the second special symbol normal processing, and the subtraction processing of the high base number counter of step 052IWS70A and step 052IWS70B is not performed. Then, the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state) is maintained until the next big hit occurs.

If it is not a 6R probability variation jackpot (that is, if it is a 6R normal jackpot or a 2R normal jackpot), the CPU 103 sets the high base flag and shifts to the high base state (step 052IWS2212), and sets the special figure time reduction flag. To the KT state (step 052IWS2213). Further, the CPU 103 sets "50" in the high base number counter (step 052IWS2214). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS2215. Therefore, in the case of a 6R normal jackpot or a 2R normal jackpot, it is controlled to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state).

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the accessory control normal process (step 052IWS2215).

(Small hit end processing)
FIG. 10-28 is a flowchart showing a small hit end process (step S128) in the accessory control process process. In the small hit end process, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the small hit end display timer is set (step 052IWS2300), and if the small hit end display timer is set, proceeds to step 052IWS2302. When the small hit end display timer is not set, the CPU 103 displays on the small hit end display timer corresponding to the time during which the small hit end display is performed on the image display device 5 (small hit end display time). A value corresponding to the time is set (step 052IWS2301), and the process ends.

In step 052IWS2302, the value of the small hit end display timer is subtracted by 1 (step 052IWS2302). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the small hit end display timer is 0, that is, whether or not the small hit end display time has elapsed (step 052IWS2303). If it has not passed, the process ends.

If the small hit end display time has elapsed (Y in step 052IWS2303), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the special figure time reduction flag is set (step 052IWS2304). If the special figure time reduction flag is not set (that is, if it is not in the KT state), the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the right-handed indicator 26 is lit (step 052IWS2305). If the right-handed display 26 is lit, the CPU 103 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed display 26 (step 052IWS2306), and also transmits a right-handed lighting end designation command to the effect control CPU 120. Control is performed (step 052IWS2307).

In this example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol becomes a small hit during the non-KT state, the right-handed indicator 26 starts lighting at the start of the small hit game (steps 052IWS2023B to S2025B). (See), the processing of steps 052IWS2304 to S2307 is executed, so that the right-handed indicator 26 is turned on at the end of the small hit game.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the accessory control process flag to a value corresponding to the accessory control normal process (step 052IWS2308).

(Transition of game state)
Here, the transition of the gaming state in the feature unit 052IW will be described. FIG. 10-29 is an explanatory diagram for explaining how to transition the gaming state in the feature unit 052IW. First, in the feature unit 052IW, in the low probability / low base state (normal state (non-KT state)), the player performs a game ball launch operation (left-handed) aiming at the left side of the game area. Therefore, in the normal state, the starting prize is mainly generated in the first starting winning opening, and the variable display of the first special symbol is mainly executed. Further, since the variation display of the first special symbol is mainly executed, when a big hit occurs in a low probability / low base state, a 10R probability variable big hit, a 6R probability variable big hit, or a 6R normal big hit mainly occurs.

As shown in FIG. 10-29, when a 10R probability variation big hit occurs in a low probability / low base state, if a game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the high probability / after the end of the big hit game It shifts to the low base state (high probability / second KT state), and the high probability / low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2208). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, when a 6R probability variation jackpot occurs in a low probability / low base state, if a game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, a high probability / high base state (high probability / high base state) after the jackpot game ends. The first KT state) is entered, and the high probability / high base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2206, S2209 to S2211). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, when a 6R normal jackpot occurs in a low probability / low base state, it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state) after the end of the jackpot game, and whether the next jackpot occurs. The low probability / high base state is maintained until the 50th variation display is completed (see steps 052IWS2212 to S2214).

After shifting to the KT state (high probability / high base state, low probability / high base state, high probability / low base state), in this feature portion 052IW, the player aims at the right side of the game area. And perform the firing operation (right-handed) of the game ball. Therefore, in the KT state, the starting prize is mainly generated in the second starting winning opening, and the variable display of the second special symbol is mainly executed. Further, since the variation display of the second special symbol is mainly executed, when a big hit occurs in the KT state, a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, a 2R probability variation jackpot, or a 2R normal jackpot occurs mainly.

As shown in FIG. 10-29, when a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot occurs in a high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state), the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game. Then, after the end of the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state), and the high probability / low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2208). ). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, when a 6R probability variation jackpot occurs in a high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state), if a game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, the probability is high after the jackpot game ends. / The high base state (high probability / first KT state) is entered, and the high probability / high base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2206, S2209 to S2211). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, in this feature unit 052IW, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, the probability of becoming a 6R probability variation jackpot is 50% in total (see FIG. 10-5), so that the probability is once high / high. In the base state, the high probability / high base state loops at a rate of 50%. In addition, when a 2R normal jackpot occurs in a high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state), it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state) after the jackpot game ends. , The low probability / high base state is maintained until the next jackpot occurs or the 50 fluctuation display is completed (see steps 052IWS2212 to S2214).

As shown in FIG. 10-29, when a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot occurs in a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game. Then, after the end of the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state), and the high probability / low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2208). ). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, when a 6R probability variation jackpot occurs in a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), if a game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, the probability is high after the jackpot game ends. / The high base state (high probability / first KT state) is entered, and the high probability / high base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2206, S2209 to S2211). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, when a 2R normal jackpot occurs in a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state) after the jackpot game ends. , The low probability / high base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the 50 fluctuation display is completed (see steps 052IWS2212 to S2214). In this feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the probability of becoming a 2R normal jackpot is 35% (see FIGS. 10-5 (D) and (E)). Once the low probability / high base state is reached, the low probability / high base state loops at a rate of 35%. If a 6R normal jackpot or a 2R normal jackpot occurs and the probability / high base state is reached, and then 50 fluctuation displays are completed without the next jackpot occurring, FIG. 10-29 shows. As shown, it shifts to a low probability / low base state (normal state (non-KT state)) (see steps 052IWS69A to S73A, S69B to S73B).

As shown in FIG. 10-29, when a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot occurs in a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state), the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game. Then, after the end of the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state), and the high probability / low base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2208). ). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In this feature unit 052IW, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, the probability of becoming a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot is 15 when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. Since it is% (see FIGS. 10-5 (D) and (E)), once the high probability / low base state is reached, the high probability / low base state loops at a rate of 15%. In addition, when a 6R probability variation jackpot occurs in a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state), if a game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, the probability is high after the jackpot game ends. / The high base state (high probability / first KT state) is entered, and the high probability / high base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs (see steps 052IWS2204 to S2206, S2209 to S2211). However, if the game ball does not enter the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, it may not be controlled to the high probability state. In addition, when a 2R normal jackpot occurs in a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state), it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state) after the jackpot game ends. , The low probability / high base state is maintained until the next big hit occurs or the 50 fluctuation display is completed (see steps 052IWS2212 to S2214).

In addition, in FIG. 10-29, the case where the variation display of the first special symbol is executed in the low probability / low base state (normal state (non-KT state)) is described, but the variation of the second special symbol is performed at a low rate. It is possible that the display will be performed. In this case, when a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the jackpot game, it shifts to a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state). become. Further, when a 6R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state). In addition, when a 2R normal jackpot occurs, it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), and the low probability / high until the next jackpot occurs or the fluctuation display of 50 times is completed. The base state will be maintained.

Further, in FIG. 10-29, the case where the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state) has been described, but the variation display of the first special symbol is performed at a low rate. May be executed. In this case, when a 10R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state). Further, when a 6R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state). In addition, when a 6R normal jackpot occurs, it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), and the low probability / high until the next jackpot occurs or the fluctuation display of 50 times is completed. The base state will be maintained.

Further, in FIG. 10-29, the case where the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in the low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state) has been described, but the variation display of the first special symbol is performed at a low rate. May be executed. In this case, when a 10R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state). Further, when a 6R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state). In addition, when a 6R normal jackpot occurs, it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), and the low probability / high until the next jackpot occurs or the fluctuation display of 50 times is completed. The base state will be maintained.

Further, in FIG. 10-29, the case where the variation display of the second special symbol is executed in the high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state) has been described, but the variation display of the first special symbol is performed at a low rate. May be executed. In this case, when a 10R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to a high probability / low base state (high probability / second KT state). Further, when a 6R probability variation big hit occurs, if the game ball enters the V region 052IW104 during the big hit game, the state shifts to the high probability / high base state (high probability / first KT state). In addition, when a 6R normal jackpot occurs, it shifts to a low probability / high base state (low probability / first KT state), and the low probability / high until the next jackpot occurs or the fluctuation display of 50 times is completed. The base state will be maintained.

(Normal symbol process processing)
Next, a normal symbol process process (step S29) executed by the game control microcomputer 100 will be described. FIG. 10-30 is a flowchart showing an example of a normal symbol process process. In the normal symbol process processing, when the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) detects that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 and the gate switch 21 is turned on (step 052IWS5111), Control is performed to transmit the gate passage designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS5112). Then, the CPU 103 executes the gate switch passing process (step 052IWS5113).

When the process of steps 052IWS5111 to S5113 is executed in the feature unit 052IW and the passage of the game ball to the passing gate 41 is detected, a gate passage designation command is transmitted. In this feature unit 052IW, the passing gate 41 is configured as a dual-purpose gate and also plays a role of an operating area. Is it in a state of waiting for the passage of the gate after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed and before the jackpot game is started? Regardless of whether or not, the gate passage specification command is sent.

Then, the CPU 103 executes one of the processes shown in steps 052IWS5100 to S5104 according to the value of the normal symbol process flag.

In the feature unit 052IW, when the passage of the game ball to the passing gate 41 is detected in step 052IWS5111, the gate switch passing process of step 052IWS5113 is executed regardless of whether or not the gate is waiting for passage. Normally, the variable display of the symbol is executed, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the variation display of the normal symbol is executed only when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 when it is not in the gate passage waiting state, and the normal symbol is executed even if the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 in the gate passing state. It may be configured not to execute the variable display of.

Further, in this feature unit 052IW, the passing gate 41 is normally used as a gate for both the starting region and the operating region, but the special symbol process processing (see steps S25A and S25B) is normally performed in the timer interrupt processing. Since it is executed before the symbol process process (see step S26), the passage of the game ball of the passing gate 41 as the normal starting area is performed after the detection process of the passage of the game ball of the passing gate 41 as the operating region is performed. The detection process is performed. Therefore, the process for starting the jackpot game can be executed quickly.

Gate switch pass processing (step 052IWS5113): In the CPU 103, the count value (gate pass memory number) of the gate pass memory counter (counter for counting the number of game balls that have passed through the pass gate 41) is the maximum value (in this example, " 4 ”) is confirmed. If the maximum value has not been reached, the count value of the gate passage storage counter is incremented by +1. The LED of the normal figure hold indicator 25C is turned on according to the value of the gate passage storage counter. Then, the CPU 103 performs a process of extracting the value of the random number for determining the normal symbol hit and storing it in the storage area (normal symbol determination buffer) corresponding to the value of the number of stored gates.

Normal symbol normal processing (step 052IWS5100): When the CPU 103 is in a state where it can start the fluctuation of the normal symbol (for example, when the value of the normal symbol process flag is a value indicating step 052IWS5100, specifically, the normal symbol In the case where the display 20 does not display the fluctuation of the normal symbol and the variable winning ball device 6B based on the fact that the symbol is derived and displayed on the normal symbol display 20 is not being opened or closed), the gate passage memory is stored. Check the value of the number. Specifically, the count value of the gate passing memory counter is confirmed. If the number of gate passing memories is not 0, it is determined whether or not to win (whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is the hit symbol). Then, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is set in the normal symbol process timer, and the timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "1") indicating the normal symbol variation process (step 052IWS5101).

Normal symbol variation processing (step 052IWS5101): The CPU 103 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, sets the normal symbol stop symbol display time in the normal symbol process timer and starts the timer. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "2") indicating the normal symbol stop processing (step 052IWS5102).

Normal symbol stop processing (step 052IWS5102): The CPU 103 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, confirms whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol. If it is not a hit symbol (if it is a missed symbol), the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "0") indicating the normal symbol normal processing (step 052IWS5100). On the other hand, if the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol, the time before opening the normal electric accessory is set in the normal symbol process timer, and the timer is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "3") indicating the normal electric accessory opening pretreatment (step 052IWS5103).

Pre-processing for opening the normal electric accessory (step 052IWS5103): The CPU 103 confirms whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out, and if it has timed out, sets the normal symbol process timer to the normal electric accessory operation time and timers. Is started, and the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B is started. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "4") indicating the normal electric accessory operation process (step 052IWS5104).

Normal electric accessory operation process (step 052IWS5104): The CPU 103 measures the normal symbol process timer, and when the normal symbol process timer times out, the variable winning ball device 6B is closed. Then, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to a value (specifically, "0") indicating the normal symbol normal processing (step 052IWS5100).

(Normal pattern normal processing)
FIG. 10-31 is a flowchart showing a normal symbol normal process (step 052IWS5100). In the normal symbol normal processing, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the gate passing memory number is 0 by checking the count value of the gate passing memory number counter (step 052IWS5121). If the number of gate passage memories is 0 (Y in step 052IWS5121), the process ends as it is. If the gate-passing memory number is not 0 (N in step 052IWS5121), the CPU 103 reads out the normal symbol hit determination random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the gate-passing memory number = 1 (step 052IWS5122). Then, the CPU 103 decrements the value of the gate passage storage counter by 1, and shifts the contents of each storage area (step 052IWS5123). That is, the random value for normal symbol hit determination stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate-passing storage = n (n = 2, 3, 4) is stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of gate-passing storage = n-1. Store. Therefore, the order in which the random values for normal symbol hit determination stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to each gate passing memory number are always extracted is that the gate passing memory number = 1, 2, 3, 4 It is designed to match.

Next, the CPU 103 uses a normal symbol determination table for determining whether or not to hit a normal symbol, performs a lottery process based on a random number (random number value for determining whether to hit a normal symbol), and determines whether or not to hit a normal symbol. (Step 052IWS5127). In this feature unit 052IW, in step 052IWS5127, the CPU 103 is uniformly 99/100 regardless of whether it is in the probabilistic state, the KT state, or the high base state. It is decided that it will be a normal symbol with a probability.

In step 052IWS5127, when the read normal symbol hit determination random value is within the hit range (when it is a hit), the CPU 103 sets the hit symbol as a display result (step 052IWS5128), and proceeds to step 052IWS5130. Further, in step 052IWS5127, when the read normal symbol hit determination random value is not within the hit range (when it is out of the range), the CPU 103 sets the out-of-order symbol as the display result (step 052IWS5129), and proceeds to step 052IWS5130.

In step 052IWS5130, if the high base flag is set, the CPU 103 sets 0.2 seconds as the normal symbol variation time in the normal symbol process timer (Y, S5131 in step 052IWS5130). If the high base flag is not set, that is, in the normal state or the second KT state, 1.0 second is set in the normal symbol process timer as the normal symbol fluctuation time (N, S5132 in step 052IWS5130).

Then, the game control microcomputer 100 updates the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value (specifically, “1”) indicating the normal symbol variation process (step 052IWS5101) (step 052IWS5133).

(Normal symbol stop processing)
FIG. 10-32 is a flowchart showing a normal symbol stop process (step 052IWS5102). In the normal symbol stop process, the CPU 103 sets the value of the normal symbol process timer to -1 (step 052IWS3701). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the normal symbol process timer has become 0, that is, whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step 052IWS3702). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step 052IWS3702), the process ends as it is.

When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the normal symbol stop symbol display time has elapsed (Y in step 052IWS3702), the CPU 103 determines whether the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a winning symbol (in step 052IWS5127). (Whether or not it was determined) is confirmed (step 052IWS3703). It should be noted that whether or not the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol is confirmed by, for example, setting the normal symbol hit determination flag when it is determined to be a hit in step 052IWS5127, and checking whether or not the flag is set. Can be done.

When it is determined that the stop symbol of the normal symbol is not a hit symbol but a missed symbol (N in step 052IWS3703), the CPU 103 sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to a value indicating normal symbol normal processing (step 052IWS5100) (step 052IWS5100). Specifically, it is updated to "0") (step 052IWS3708).

In step 052IWS3703, when the stop symbol of the normal symbol is a hit symbol (Y in step 052IWS3703), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the high base flag is set (step 052IWS3704), and if it is set, That is, in the case of the first KT state, 0.1 second is set in the normal symbol process timer as the time before opening the normal electric accessory (step 052IWS3706). Further, when the high base flag is not set, that is, in the normal state or the second KT state, 2.6 seconds is set in the normal symbol process timer as the time before opening the normal electric accessory (step 052IWS3705). ..

Next, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to a value (specifically, “3”) corresponding to the normal electric accessory opening preprocessing (step 052IWS5103) (step 052IWS3707).

(Normal electric accessory opening pretreatment)
FIG. 10-33 is a flowchart showing a normal electric accessory opening pretreatment (step 052IWS5103). In the normal electric accessory release preprocessing, the CPU 103 sets the value of the normal symbol process timer to -1 (step 052IWS3801). Then, the CPU 103 confirms whether or not the value of the normal symbol process timer has become 0, that is, whether or not the normal symbol process timer has timed out (step 052IWS3802). If the normal symbol process timer has not timed out (N in step 052IWS3802), the process ends as it is.

When the normal symbol process timer times out, that is, when the time before opening the normal electric accessory has elapsed (Y in step 052IWS3802), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the high base flag is set (step 052IWS3803). , That is, when it is in the first KT state, 5.5 seconds is set in the normal symbol process timer as the normal electric accessory opening time (step 052IWS3805). When the high base flag is not set, that is, in the normal state or the second KT state, 0.2 seconds is set in the normal symbol process timer as the normal electric accessory release time (step 052IWS3804).

In this way, in this feature unit 052IW, 5.5 seconds is set as the normal electric accessory opening time in the first KT state, and 0.2 seconds is set as the normal electric accessory opening time in the normal state or the second KT state. By doing so, the first KT state is in a state in which it is easier to win a start prize in the second start winning opening than in the normal state or the second KT state. Therefore, the first KT state is configured so that the game ball is less likely to reach the special variable winning ball device 17 provided downstream of the variable winning ball device 6B than in the normal state or the second KT state.

It should be noted that the control method for facilitating the start winning in the second starting winning opening when the gaming state is the first KT state is not limited to that shown in the feature unit 052IW. For example, in the case of the first KT state, the variable winning ball device 6B is opened many times as compared with the case of the normal state or the second KT state (for example, the variable winning ball device in the normal state or the second KT state). In the first KT state, the number of times the variable winning ball device 6B is opened may be set to 2 while the number of times 6B is opened is set to 1. By doing so, in the case of the first KT state, by increasing the number of times the variable winning ball device 6B is opened, it is possible to facilitate the starting winning of the second starting winning opening.

Further, for example, in the case of the first KT state, the control for lengthening the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B shown above and the variable winning ball device 6B as compared with the case of the normal state or the second KT state. It may be executed in combination with the control for increasing the number of times of opening.

Next, the CPU 103 controls the variable winning ball device 6B in the open state (step 052IWS3806). Specifically, the solenoid 81 is driven to open the variable winning ball device 6B.

Then, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to a value (specifically, “4”) corresponding to the normal electric accessory operation process (step 052IWS5104) (step 052IWS3807).

(Command analysis processing)
Next, the operation of the effect control means will be described. 10-34 to 10-37 are flowcharts showing a specific example of the command analysis process (step S75). The effect control command received from the main board 11 is stored in the received command buffer, but in the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the content of the command stored in the command reception buffer.

In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the received command is stored in the command reception buffer (step 052IWS611). Whether or not it is stored is determined by comparing the value of the command reception number counter with the read pointer. The case where both match is the case where the received command is not stored. When the reception command is stored in the command reception buffer, the effect control CPU 120 reads the reception command from the command reception buffer (step 052IWS612). After reading, the value of the read pointer is set to +2 (step 052IWS613). The reason for +2 is that it reads 2 bytes (1 command) at a time.

If the received effect control command is a setting command (step 052IWS614), the effect control CPU 0120 stores the set value indicated by the received setting command in the set value storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 052IWS615). ..

If the received effect control command is a variation pattern command (step 052IWS616), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in the variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 052IWS617). Then, the variation pattern command reception flag is set (step 052IWS618).

If the received effect control command is a display result specification command (step 052IWS619), the effect control CPU 120 stores the received display result specification command in the display result specification command storage area formed in the RAM 122 (step 052IWS620). ).

If the received effect control command is one of the symbol confirmation command (1st symbol confirmation command, 2nd symbol confirmation command, 1st forced symbol confirmation command, 2nd forced symbol confirmation command) (step 052IWS621) ), The effect control CPU 120 sets the confirmation command reception flag corresponding to the received symbol confirmation designation command (step 052IWS622). For example, when the first symbol confirmation command is received, the first confirmation command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second symbol confirmation command is received, the second confirmation command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the first forced symbol confirmation designation command is received, the first forced confirmation command reception flag is set. Further, for example, when the second forced symbol confirmation designation command is received, the second forced confirmation command reception flag is set.

If the received effect control command is a jackpot start designation command (step 052IWS623), the effect control CPU 120 controls to start displaying the right-handed display on the display screen of the image display device 5 (step 052IWS624). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot start designation command reception flag (step 052IWS625).

If the received effect control command is a jackpot end designation command (step 052IWS626), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the display of the right-handed display on the display screen of the image display device 5 (step 052IWS627). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the jackpot end designation command reception flag (step 052IWS628).

In this example, by executing the processes of steps 052IWS624 and S627, a right-handed display is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 during the jackpot game.

In addition, for example, by changing the display mode (for example, display color) of the right-handed display displayed during the big hit game, the set value suggestion effect suggesting the current set value may be executed. For example, when the right-handed display is started in step 052IWS624, the right-handed display of the white display color is normally started, but when the execution of the set value suggestion effect is decided, the set value "1" is set. If is, the right-handed display of the blue display color is started at a relatively high rate, and if the setting value is "2", the right-handed display of the green display color is started at a relatively high rate. , When the setting value is "3", the right-handed display of the yellow display color is started at a relatively high rate, and when the setting value is "4", the right of the orange display color is relatively high. When the setting value is "5", the right-handed display of the red display color is started at a relatively high rate, and when the setting value is "6", the right-handed display is started at a relatively high rate. Right-handed display of the rainbow-colored display color may be started.

Further, for example, the right-handed display is configured to be continuously executed even during the KT state after the jackpot game ends, and the right-handed display display mode (for example, display color) is changed and set at the timing of the jackpot game end. It may be configured to perform a value suggestion effect.

Further, for example, when the fluctuation display of 50 times is finished in the low probability / first KT state and the state shifts to the normal state (low probability / low base state), the left-handed display is configured to start, and the left-handed display is started. The display mode (for example, the display color) of the display may be changed to execute the set value suggestion effect. When the control of the game state is switched in some form in this way, the set value suggestion effect may be configured to be executable.

If the received effect control command is a small hit start designation command (step 052IWS629), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit start designation command reception flag (step 052IWS630).

If the received effect control command is a small hit end designation command (step 052IWS631), the effect control CPU 120 sets the small hit end designation command reception flag (step 052IWS632).

If the received effect control command is a display command in which the large winning opening is open (step 052IWS633), the effect control CPU 120 is the number of winnings for counting the number of game balls that have won the large winning opening during the round of the big hit game. The value of the counter is reset (cleared to 0) (step 052IWS634). In addition, the effect control CPU 120 sets the big winning opening opening flag that specifies that the big winning opening is being opened (the round period during the big hit game) (step 052IWS635).

In this example, by executing the process of step 052IWS634, the value of the winning number counter is cleared to 0 at the timing of receiving the large winning opening opening display command (timing to start the round), which is extremely rare. Even if an over-winning is detected during the interval period after the end of the round period, the value is counted in the winning number counter.

If the received effect control command is a display command after opening the large winning opening (step 052IWS636), the effect control CPU 120 sets a flag after opening the large winning opening that specifies that it is an interval period after opening the large winning opening. (Step 052IWS637).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed lighting start designation command (step 052IWS638), the effect control CPU 120 controls to start lighting the right-handed lighting notification LED 37 (step 052IWS639).

If the received effect control command is a right-handed lighting end designation command (step 052IWS640), the effect control CPU 120 controls to end the lighting of the right-handed lighting notification LED 37 (step 052IWS641).

If the received effect control command is a low accuracy / non-KT background designation command (step 052IWS642), the effect control CPU 120 sets the background image in the image display device 5 as a background image according to the low probability / non-KT state (for example, Control to display the image (blue background image) (step 052IWS643). If the effect control CPU 120 is set, the effect control CPU 120 resets the first KT state flag indicating that it is in the first KT state (step 052IWS644). In addition, the effect control CPU 120 is a prize for counting the cumulative number of prize balls paid out based on winning the big prize opening and the special winning opening during the big hit game and the high probability / second KT state. If the ball count counter is set, the value of the prize ball counter is reset (cleared to 0) (step 052IWS645).

In this example, a game ball wins in the big winning opening during a big hit game (except during a big hit game based on a 2R probability variable big hit or a 2R normal big hit), or a game is played in a special winning opening during a high probability / second KT state. When a ball wins a prize, the value of the prize ball counter is cumulatively updated (see steps 052IWS660 and S667), but by executing the process of step 052IWS645, the game state has a low probability / The value of the prize ball counter is cleared to 0 when the fluctuation display of 50 times is completed after the high base state (low probability / first KT state) is reached and the low probability / low base state is reached.

If the received effect control command is a low accuracy / first KT background designation command (step 052IWS646), the effect control CPU 120 sets the background image in the image display device 5 as a background image according to the low probability / first KT state (for example, Control to display with the green background image) (step 052IWS647). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the first KT state flag (step 052IWS648), and if set, the high probability state flag indicating that the state is in the high probability state and the second KT state indicating that the state is in the second KT state. Reset the 2KT status flag (step 052IWS649).

If the received effect control command is a high-accuracy / first KT background designation command (step 052IWS650), the effect control CPU 120 sets the background image in the image display device 5 as a background image according to the high probability / first KT state (for example,). Control to display in the yellow background image) (step 052IWS651). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the high probability state flag and the first KT state flag (step 052IWS652), and resets the second KT state flag if set (step 052IWS653).

If the received effect control command is a high-accuracy / second KT background designation command (step 052IWS654), the effect control CPU 120 sets the background image in the image display device 5 as a background image according to the high probability / second KT state (for example,). Control to display the image (red background image) (step 052IWS655). Further, the effect control CPU 120 sets the high probability state flag and the second KT state flag (step 052IWS656), and resets the first KT state flag if set (step 052IWS657).

If the received effect control command is a big prize opening prize designation command (step 052IWS658), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not a big hit game based on a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 6R normal jackpot is in progress. (Step 052IWS659). Whether or not the 10R probability variation jackpot, the 6R probability variation jackpot, or the jackpot game based on the 6R normal jackpot is in progress is determined by, for example, whether the value of the effect control process flag is during the jackpot effect process (step S176) to the ending effect process (step S177). ), And also check whether the display result specification command stored in the display result specification command storage area is the display result 2 specified command to the display result 4 specified command. It can be judged by.

During a big hit game based on a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 6R normal jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 adds 15 to the value of the prize ball counter (step 052IWS660). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the prize ball number display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the prize ball number counter after the addition (step 052IWS661). The prize ball number display is a display of the cumulative number of prize balls paid out based on winning the big prize opening and the special winning opening during the big hit game and the high probability / second KT state.

By executing the processes of steps 052IWS658 to S661, in this example, the prize ball is based on the fact that a prize is generated in the big winning opening during the big hit game based on the 10R probability variation jackpot, the 6R probability variation jackpot, or the 6R normal jackpot. The value of the number counter and the number of prize balls display are updated. On the other hand, even during the jackpot game, if a prize is entered in the jackpot during the jackpot game based on the 2R probability variation jackpot or the 2R normal jackpot, the value of the prize ball counter is not updated and the prize ball is not updated. The number display is also not updated.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the over-winning suggestion effect process for determining and executing the over-winning suggestion effect (step 052IWS662). It should be noted that the "over-winning suggestion effect" is an effect that is executed at the timing when the over-winning to the large winning opening occurs and suggests the currently set value.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the prize ball number display suggestion effect process for determining and executing the prize ball number display suggestion effect (step 052IWS663). In addition, in the "Prize ball number display suggestion effect", the cumulative number of prize balls paid out based on winning a prize in the big prize opening or the special winning opening during the big hit game or the high probability / second KT state is predetermined. This is an effect that is executed at the timing when the number (in this example, 456, 555, 666, 2456, 2555, 2666) is reached, and suggests the currently set value.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the prize ball number emphasizing effect process for determining and executing the prize ball number emphasizing effect (step 052IWS664). In the "Prize ball number emphasis production", the cumulative number of prize balls paid out based on winning a prize in the big prize opening or the special winning opening during the big hit game or the high probability / second KT state is a predetermined number. (In this example, 1000 pieces, 2000 pieces, 3000 pieces, 4000 pieces, 5000 pieces) is highlighted.

If the received effect control command is a special winning opening winning designation command (step 052IWS665), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second KT state flag is set (step 052IWS666). If the second KT state flag is set (that is, during the high probability / second KT state), the effect control CPU 120 adds 10 to the value of the prize ball counter (step 052IWS667). Further, the effect control CPU 120 updates the prize ball number display displayed on the image display device 5 based on the value of the prize ball number counter after the addition (step 052IWS668).

By executing the process of steps 052IWS665-S668, in this example, the value of the prize ball counter and the prize ball are based on the fact that a small hit occurs during the high probability / second KT state and a prize is generated in the special winning opening. The number display is updated. On the other hand, even in the KT state, if a special prize is won during the high probability / first KT state or the low probability / first KT state, the value of the prize ball counter is not updated. The prize ball number display is also not updated (however, only the value of the prize ball counter is not updated, and the value of the prize ball counter is not reset).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the small hit winning suggestion effect process for determining and executing the small hit winning suggestion effect (step 052IWS669). It should be noted that the "small hit winning suggestion effect" is an effect that is executed at the timing when a small hit occurs during the high probability / second KT state and a prize is generated in the special winning opening, and suggests the currently set value. ..

Next, the effect control CPU 120 shifts to step 052IWS663 and executes the prize ball number display suggestion effect process (step 052IWS663). Next, the effect control CPU 120 executes the prize ball number emphasizing effect process (step 052IWS664).

If the received effect control command is another command, the effect control CPU 120 executes a process of storing the received effect control command or setting a flag corresponding to the received effect control command (step 052IWS670). ). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS611.

(Suggestion production processing at the time of over winning)
FIG. 10-38 is a flowchart showing the suggestion effect processing (step 052IWS662) at the time of over winning. In the over-winning suggestion effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first adds 1 to the value of the winning number counter (step 052IWS301). Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the winning number counter after addition is 11 or more (step 052IWS302). If the value of the winning number counter is 11 or more (that is, if an over-winning to the large winning opening has occurred), the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence and type of the over-winning suggestion effect. A lottery process based on a random number is performed using the over-winning suggestion effect determination table, and the presence / absence and type of the over-winning suggestion effect are determined (step 052IWS303).

FIG. 10-39 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the suggestion effect determination table at the time of over winning. As shown in FIG. 10-39, in the over-winning suggestion effect determination table, there is no over-winning suggestion effect, over-winning suggestion effect A, over-winning suggestion effect B, over-winning suggestion effect C, and over-winning. Judgment values are assigned to the suggestion effect D, the suggestion effect E at the time of over winning, and the suggestion effect F at the time of over winning.

As shown in FIG. 10-39, in this example, when the game ball wins in the large winning opening, the winning display (in this example, “+15”) is displayed in the normal display color (white in this example) on the image display device 5. (Character display) is displayed, and the winning sound of the normal sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 10-39, when the "over-winning suggestion effect A" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the blue display color on the image display device 5, and the speaker 8L is displayed. , 8R outputs a winning sound of sound A different from the normal sound. Further, when the "over-winning suggestion effect B" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the green display color on the image display device 5, and the speakers 8L and 8R win a sound B different from the normal sound. Sound is output. Further, when the "over-winning suggestion effect C" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the yellow display color on the image display device 5, and the speakers 8L and 8R win a sound C different from the normal sound. Sound is output. Further, when the "over-winning suggestion effect D" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the orange display color on the image display device 5, and the speakers 8L and 8R win a sound D different from the normal sound. Sound is output. Further, when the "over-winning suggestion effect E" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the red display color on the image display device 5, and the speakers 8L and 8R win a sound E different from the normal sound. Sound is output. Further, when the "over-winning suggestion effect F" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the rainbow-colored display color on the image display device 5, and the sound F different from the normal sound is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. The winning sound is output.

As shown in FIG. 10-39, different determination values are assigned to the over-winning suggestion effect determination table depending on which of the set values "1" to "6" the current set value is. In step 052IWS303, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615) and specifies the current set value. Then, the presence / absence and type of the suggestion effect at the time of over winning are determined based on the determination value corresponding to the specified set value.

As shown in FIG. 10-39, in this example, when the set value is “1”, the ratio of determining the execution of the over-winning suggestion effect A is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "2", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect B at the time of over winning is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "3", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect C at the time of over winning is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "4", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect D at the time of over winning is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "5", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect E at the time of over winning is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "6", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect F at the time of over winning is relatively high.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10-39, in this example, when the set value is "1", the ratio of determining the execution of the over-winning suggestion effect, which is the sum of the over-winning suggestion effects A to F, is determined. 10% + 8% + 7% + 5% + 5% + 5% = 40%, 45% when the set value is "2", 50% when the set value is "3", and the set value. When it is "4", it is 55%, when it is the set value "5", it is 60%, and when it is the set value "6", it is 65%. As described above, in this example, since over-winning occurs relatively rarely, the ratio of determining the execution of the over-winning suggestion effect is relatively high as compared with the small hit-winning suggestion effect described later. There is.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the execution of the over-winning suggestion effect is determined in step 052IWS303 (step 052IWS304). If it is determined to execute the over-winning suggestion effect, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the winning display according to the type of the determined over-winning suggestion effect (step 052IWS305). .. For example, if it is decided to execute the suggestion effect A at the time of over winning, the image display device 5 controls to display the winning display in the blue display color. Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to output a winning sound from the speakers 8L and 8R according to the type of the determined over-winning suggestion effect (step 052IWS306). For example, if it is decided to execute the suggestion effect A at the time of over winning, the winning sound of the sound A is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

On the other hand, when the value of the winning number counter is 10 or less (N in step 052IWS302), or when it is determined that there is no suggestion effect at the time of over winning (N in step 052IWS304), the effect control CPU 120 is the image display device 5. In the normal display color (white in this example), the winning display is controlled to be displayed (step 052IWS307). Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to output the winning sound of the normal sound from the speakers 8L and 8R (step 052IWS308).

(Suggestion production processing at the time of small hit prize)
FIG. 10-40 is a flowchart showing a suggestion effect processing (step 052IWS669) at the time of winning a small hit. In the small hit winning suggestion effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first performs a lottery process based on random numbers using a small hit winning suggestion effect determination table for determining the presence / absence and type of the small hit winning suggestion effect. This is performed, and the presence / absence and type of the suggestion effect at the time of winning a small hit is determined (step 052IWS321).

FIG. 10-41 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the suggestion effect determination table at the time of winning a small hit. As shown in FIG. 10-41, in the small hit winning suggestion effect determination table, there is no small hit winning suggestion effect, small hit winning suggestion effect A, small hit winning suggestion effect B, and small hit winning suggestion effect. Judgment values are assigned to C, the small hit winning suggestion effect D, the small hit winning suggestion effect E, and the small hit winning suggestion effect F, respectively.

As shown in FIG. 10-41, in this example, when the game ball wins in the special winning opening, the winning display (in this example, "+10") is displayed in the normal display color (white in this example) on the image display device 5. (Character display) is displayed, and the winning sound of the normal sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 10-41, when the "small hit winning suggestion effect A" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the blue display color on the image display device 5, and the speaker is displayed. A winning sound of sound A different from the normal sound is output from 8L and 8R. Further, when the "small hit winning suggestion effect B" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the green display color on the image display device 5, and the sound B different from the normal sound is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. The winning sound is output. Further, when the "small hit winning suggestion effect C" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the yellow display color on the image display device 5, and the sound C different from the normal sound is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. The winning sound is output. Further, when the "small hit winning suggestion effect D" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the orange display color on the image display device 5, and the sound D different from the normal sound is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. The winning sound is output. Further, when the "small hit winning suggestion effect E" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the red display color on the image display device 5, and the sound E different from the normal sound is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. The winning sound is output. Further, when the "small hit winning suggestion effect F" is executed, the winning display is displayed in the rainbow-colored display color on the image display device 5, and the sound F different from the normal sound is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. The winning sound of is output.

As shown in FIG. 10-41, different judgment values are assigned to the small hit winning suggestion effect determination table depending on which of the set values "1" to "6" the current set value is. .. In step 052IWS321, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615) and specifies the current set value. Then, the presence / absence and type of the suggestion effect at the time of winning a small hit is determined based on the determination value corresponding to the specified set value.

As shown in FIG. 10-41, in this example, when the set value is “1”, the ratio of determining the execution of the small hit winning suggestion effect A is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "2", the ratio of determining the execution of the small hit winning suggestion effect B is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "3", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect C at the time of winning a small hit is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "4", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect D at the time of winning a small hit is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "5", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect E at the time of winning a small hit is relatively high. Further, in this example, when the set value is "6", the ratio of determining the execution of the suggestion effect F at the time of winning a small hit is relatively high.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10-41, in this example, when the set value is "1", the ratio of determining the execution of the small hit winning suggestion effect A to F, which is the sum of the small hit winning suggestion effects A to F. Is 2% + 1% + 1% + 1% = 5%, 6% when the set value is "2", 7% when the set value is "3", and the set value "4". When it is, it is 8%, when it is the set value "5", it is 9%, and when it is the set value "6", it is 10%. As described above, in this example, the ratio of determining the execution of the small hit winning suggestion effect is relatively low as compared with the over-winning suggestion effect already described.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the execution of the small hit winning suggestion effect is determined in step 052IWS321 (step 052IWS322). If the execution of the small hit winning suggestion effect is determined, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to display the winning display according to the type of the determined small hit winning suggestion effect (step). 052IWS323). For example, if it is decided to execute the suggestion effect A at the time of a small hit winning, the image display device 5 controls to display the winning display in a blue display color. Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to output a winning sound from the speakers 8L and 8R according to the type of the determined small hit winning suggestion effect (step 052IWS324). For example, if it is decided to execute the suggestion effect A at the time of a small hit winning, the winning sound of the sound A is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

On the other hand, when it is determined that there is no suggestion effect at the time of small hit winning (N in step 052IWS322), the effect control CPU 120 displays the winning display in the normal display color (white in this example) on the image display device 5. (Step 052IWS325). Further, the effect control CPU 120 controls to output the winning sound of the normal sound from the speakers 8L and 8R (step 052IWS326).

It should be noted that the reliability of the set value suggestion may be different depending on whether the suggestion effect at the time of over winning is executed or the suggestion effect at the time of small hit winning is executed. For example, the over-winning suggestion effect F can be executed at any of the set values "1" to "6", but is executed at a relatively high rate when the set value is "6", whereas the small hit If the suggestion effect F at the time of winning is executed, it may be configured so that the set value "6" is confirmed. On the contrary, for example, the small hit winning suggestion effect F can be executed at any of the set values "1" to "6", but is executed at a relatively high rate when the set value is "6". On the other hand, if the suggestion effect F at the time of over winning is executed, the set value "6" may be determined.

Further, in this example, the over-winning suggestion effect and the small hit-winning suggestion effect make the display mode of the winning display (display color in this example) different from the usual one, and output a winning sound different from the usual one. The case where it is executed by the aspect is shown, but it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, by setting only one of the winning display display mode (display color in this example) and the winning sound to be different from the normal mode, the over winning suggestion effect and the small hit winning suggestion effect are executed. It may be configured as follows. In addition, for example, by displaying the effect display at the timing of the occurrence of over winning or the occurrence of winning in the special winning opening, or by changing the display color of the lamp or LED, a suggestion effect at the time of over winning or a small hit winning It may be configured to perform a time suggestion effect.

(Prize ball number display suggestion production processing)
FIG. 10-42 is a flowchart showing the prize ball number display suggestion effect processing (step 052IWS663). In the prize ball number display suggestion effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the value of the prize ball number counter reaches 456 first (step 052IWS341). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big prize opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added by 15. Therefore, in step 052IWS341, the effect is controlled. If the value of the prize ball counter is 465, the CPU 120 determines that the value of the prize ball counter has reached 456 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches 456 first, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current set value is the set value "4" or more (step 052IWS342). Whether or not the current set value is the set value "4" or more can be specifically determined by checking the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). If the current set value is the set value "4" or more, the effect control CPU 120 uses a prize ball number display suggestion effect determination table for determining the presence or absence of the prize ball number display suggestion effect, and draws lots based on random numbers. The process is performed to determine the presence or absence of the prize ball number display suggestion effect A (step 052IWS343). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS359.

FIG. 10-43 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the prize ball number display suggestion effect determination table. As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, when the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is executed, a character display such as "456 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the current set value is set. It is suggested that the set value is "4" or more. As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is determined with a probability of 3%. In this example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is executed only when the set value is the set value "4" or more. Therefore, if the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is executed, at least the set value "4" is executed. It will be confirmed that it is more than that.

Unless the value of the prize ball counter reaches 456 first (N in step 052IWS341), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the prize ball counter reaches 555 first (N). Step 052IWS344). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big prize opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added by 15. Therefore, in step 052IWS344, for effect control. If the value of the prize ball counter is 555, the CPU 120 determines that the value of the prize ball counter has reached 555 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches 555 first, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current set value is the set value "5" or more (step 052IWS345). Whether or not the current set value is the set value "5" or more can be specifically determined by checking the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). If the current set value is the set value "5" or more, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the prize ball number display suggestion effect effect determination table, and has or does not have the prize ball number display suggestion effect B. (Step 052IWS346). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS359.

As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, when the prize ball number display suggestion effect B is executed, a character display such as "555 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the current set value is set. It is suggested that the set value is "5" or more. As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect B is determined with a probability of 2%. In this example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect B is executed only when the set value is the set value "5" or more. Therefore, if the prize ball number display suggestion effect B is executed, at least the set value "5" is executed. It will be confirmed that it is more than that.

Unless the value of the prize ball counter reaches 555 first (N in step 052IWS344), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the prize ball counter reaches 666 first (N). Step 052IWS347). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big prize opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added by 15. Therefore, in step 052IWS347, for effect control. If the value of the prize ball counter is 675, the CPU 120 determines that the value of the prize ball counter has reached 666 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches 666 first, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current set value is the set value "6" (step 052IWS348). Whether or not the current set value is the set value "6" can be specifically determined by checking the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). If the current set value is the set value "6", the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the prize ball number display suggestion effect determination table, and determines the presence or absence of the prize ball number display suggestion effect C. Determine (step 052IWS349). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS359.

As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, when the prize ball number display suggestion effect C is executed, a character display such as "666 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the current set value is set. It is suggested that the set value is "6". As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect C is determined with a probability of 1%. In this example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect C is executed only when the set value is the set value "6". Therefore, if the prize ball number display suggestion effect C is executed, the set value "6" is used. It will be confirmed that there is.

Unless the value of the prize ball counter reaches 666 first (N in step 052IWS347), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2456 first (N). Step 052IWS350). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big winning opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and if a game ball wins in the special winning opening during the high probability / second KT state, 10 prize balls are obtained. Is obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added in increments of 15 or 10. Therefore, in step 052IWS350, the effect control CPU 120 determines the prize ball if the value of the prize ball counter is 2460 or 2465. It is determined that the value of the number counter reaches 2456 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2456 first, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current set value is the set value "4" or more (step 052IWS351). Whether or not the current set value is the set value "4" or more can be specifically determined by checking the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). If the current set value is the set value "4" or more, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the prize ball number display suggestion effect effect determination table, and has or does not have the prize ball number display suggestion effect D. Is determined (step 052IWS352). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS359.

As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, when the prize ball number display suggestion effect D is executed, a character display such as "2456 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the current set value is set. It is suggested that the set value is "4" or more. As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect D is determined with a probability of 5%. In this example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect D is executed only when the set value is the set value "4" or more. Therefore, if the prize ball number display suggestion effect D is executed, the set value "4" is executed. It will be confirmed that the above is the case.

Unless the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2456 first (N in step 052IWS350), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2555 first (N). Step 052IWS353). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big winning opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and if a game ball wins in the special winning opening during the high probability / second KT state, 10 prize balls are obtained. Is obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added by 15 or 10. Therefore, in step 052IWS353, the effect control CPU 120 determines the prize ball if the value of the prize ball counter is 2555 or 2560. It is determined that the value of the number counter reaches 2555 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2555 first, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current set value is the set value "5" or more (step 052IWS354). Whether or not the current set value is the set value "5" or more can be specifically determined by checking the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). If the current set value is the set value "5" or more, the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the prize ball number display suggestion effect effect determination table, and has or does not have the prize ball number display suggestion effect E. (Step 052IWS355). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS359.

As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, when the prize ball number display suggestion effect E is executed, a character display such as "2555 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the current set value is set. It is suggested that the set value is "5" or more. As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect E is determined with a probability of 3%. In this example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect E is executed only when the set value is the set value "5" or more. Therefore, if the prize ball number display suggestion effect E is executed, the set value "5" is executed. It will be confirmed that the above is the case.

Unless the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2555 first (N in step 052IWS353), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2666 first (N). Step 052IWS356). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big winning opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and if a game ball wins in the special winning opening during the high probability / second KT state, 10 prize balls are obtained. Is obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added by 15 or 10. Therefore, in step 052IWS356, the effect control CPU 120 determines the prize ball if the value of the prize ball counter is 2670 or 2675. It is determined that the value of the number counter reaches 2666 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2666 first, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current set value is the set value "6" (step 052IWS357). Whether or not the current set value is the set value "6" can be specifically determined by checking the stored contents of the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). If the current set value is the set value "6", the effect control CPU 120 performs a lottery process based on a random number using the prize ball number display suggestion effect effect determination table, and determines the presence or absence of the prize ball number display suggestion effect F. Determine (step 052IWS358). Then, the process proceeds to step 052IWS359.

As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, when the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is executed, a character display such as "2666 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the current set value is set. It is suggested that the set value is "6". As shown in FIGS. 10-43, in this example, the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is determined with a probability of 2%. In this example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is executed only when the set value is the set value "6". Therefore, if the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is executed, the set value "6" is used. It will be confirmed that there is.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect is determined in step 052IWS343, S346, S349, S352, S355, S358 (step 052IWS359). If the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect is determined, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to execute the determined type of prize ball number display suggestion effect (step 052IWS360). For example, when it is decided to execute the prize ball number display suggestion effect A, the image display device 5 controls to display a character display such as "456 OVER".

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 10-43, when viewed from the prize ball number display suggestion effects A to C executed during the big hit game, the period during the big hit game becomes longer and the number of prize balls increases. As a result, the execution probability of the prize ball number display suggestion effect decreases to 3%, 2%, and 1%, while the set value "4" or more is confirmed, the set value "5" or more is confirmed, and the set value " 6 ”The accuracy of confirmation and suggestion of set values is increasing. Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 10-43, when viewed in the prize ball number display suggestion effects D to F executed during the period during the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH), the small hit RUSH is in progress. As the period of the prize balls increases and the number of prize balls increases, the execution probability of the prize ball number display suggestion effect decreases to 5%, 3%, and 2%, while the set value "4" or more is confirmed and the set value. The accuracy of confirming "5" or more, confirming the set value "6", and suggesting the set value is increasing.

Not limited to the mode shown in this example, for example, as the period during the big hit game or the period during the small hit RUSH increases and the number of prize balls increases, the probability of executing the prize ball number display suggestion effect increases. It may be configured to go. Further, for example, as the period during the big hit game or the period during the small hit RUSH becomes longer and the number of prize balls increases, the accuracy of suggesting the set value may decrease.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 10-43, the prize ball number display suggestion effects A to C executed during the big hit game and the prize ball number display suggestion executed during the small hit RUSH period. Although the execution probability of the prize ball number display suggestion effect is different between the effects D to F, the execution probability of the prize ball number display suggestion effect is not limited to such a mode, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect is executed with the same execution probability. You may.

(Prize ball number emphasis production processing)
FIG. 10-44 is a flowchart showing the prize ball number emphasizing effect processing (step 052IWS664). In the prize ball number emphasis effect process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the value of the prize ball number counter first reaches the threshold value for each 1000 (1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, 5000 in this example). (Step 052IWS371). In this example, if a game ball wins in the big prize opening during the big hit game, 15 prize balls are obtained, and the value of the prize ball counter is added by 15. Therefore, in step 052IWS371, the effect is controlled. For example, if the value of the prize ball counter is 1000 or 1005, the CPU 120 determines that the value of the prize ball counter reaches 1000 first. Further, for example, if the value of the prize ball counter is 2000 or 2005, it is determined that the value of the prize ball counter reaches 2000 first. Further, for example, if the value of the prize ball counter is 3000 or 3005, it is determined that the value of the prize ball counter reaches 3000 first. Further, for example, if the value of the prize ball counter is 4000 or 4005, it is determined that the value of the prize ball counter reaches 4000 first. Further, for example, if the value of the prize ball counter is 5000 or 5005, it is determined that the value of the prize ball counter reaches 5000 first.

If the value of the prize ball counter reaches the threshold value of every 1000 first, the effect control CPU 120 uses a prize ball number emphasis effect determination table for determining the presence or absence of the prize ball number emphasis effect, and is a random number. A lottery process is performed based on the above, and it is determined whether or not the prize ball number emphasizing effect is present (step 052IWS372).

FIG. 10-45 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the prize ball number emphasizing effect determination table. As shown in FIGS. 10-45, in this example, when the value of the prize ball number counter reaches 1000, the execution of the prize ball number emphasis effect A is determined with a probability of 50%. When the prize ball number emphasizing effect A is executed, a character display such as "1000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. Further, in this example, when the value of the prize ball number counter reaches 2000, the execution of the prize ball number emphasis effect B is determined with a probability of 60%. When the prize ball number emphasizing effect B is executed, a character display such as "2000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. Further, in this example, when the value of the prize ball number counter reaches 3000, the execution of the prize ball number emphasis effect C is determined with a probability of 70%. When the prize ball number emphasizing effect C is executed, a character display such as "3000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. Further, in this example, when the value of the prize ball number counter reaches 4000, the execution of the prize ball number emphasis effect D is determined with a probability of 80%. When the prize ball number emphasizing effect D is executed, a character display such as "4000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. Further, in this example, when the value of the prize ball number counter reaches 5000, the execution of the prize ball number emphasis effect E is determined with a probability of 90%. When the prize ball number emphasizing effect E is executed, a character display such as "5000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect is determined in step 052IWS372 (step 052IWS373). If the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect is determined, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to execute the determined type of prize ball number emphasizing effect (step 052IWS374). For example, if it is decided to execute the prize ball number emphasizing effect A, the image display device 5 controls to display a character display such as "1000 OVER".

In this example, when the number of prize balls reaches 1000, 2000, 3000, 4000, and 5000, the prize ball number emphasizing effect can be executed. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, not only when the prize ball number emphasis effect can be executed in all of these cases, but also when the prize ball number reaches 1000, 2000, and 3000, the prize ball number emphasis effect can be executed. It may be configured. Further, for example, even when the number of prize balls reaches 6000 or 7000, the prize ball number emphasizing effect may be configured to be executable, and various aspects can be considered.

As shown in FIGS. 10-44 and 10-45, the prize ball number emphasizing effect is different from the prize ball number display suggestion effect shown in FIGS. 10-42 and 10-43, and is irrelevant to the current set value. It is a production that is decided and executed. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, by changing the display mode of the prize ball number emphasizing effect, the prize ball number emphasizing effect may be configured to be feasible in a mode suggesting the current set value. For example, the current set value may be suggested by displaying a character display such as "1000 OVER" or "2000 OVER" in a display color different from the usual one.

(Variable display start waiting process)
FIG. 10-46 is a flowchart showing the variable display start waiting process (step S170). In the variable display start waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation pattern command has been received (step 052IWS811). Whether or not the variation pattern command is received is determined by, for example, setting a variation pattern command reception flag indicating that the variation pattern command has been received when the variation pattern command is received in the command analysis process (step S75). In step 052IWS811, it may be confirmed whether or not the fluctuation pattern command reception flag is set.

If the variation pattern command is received, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the first KT state flag or the second KT state flag is set (step 052IWS812). If neither the first KT state flag nor the second KT state flag is set (that is, if it is in the non-KT state), whether or not the effect control CPU 120 executes the variation display of the first special symbol. Is confirmed (step 052IWS813). Whether or not the variation display of the first special symbol is executed is, for example, whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command specifies the first variation patterns # 01 to # 09. It can be determined by confirming whether or not. Unless it is the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol (that is, the case of executing the variable display of the second special symbol), the process is terminated as it is. When executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process (step S171) (step 052IWS815).

If the first KT state flag or the second KT state flag is not set (that is, if it is in the KT state), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the case of executing the variation display of the second special symbol. (Step 052IWS814). Whether or not the variation display of the second special symbol is executed is, for example, whether or not the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command specifies the second variation patterns # 01 to # 34. It can be determined by confirming whether or not. Unless the variation display of the second special symbol is executed (that is, the variation display of the first special symbol is executed), the process is terminated as it is. When executing the variable display of the second special symbol, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process (step S171) (step 052IWS815).

By executing the process of steps 052IWS812 to S815, in the feature unit 052IW, in the non-KT state, the variable display of the decorative symbol is displayed on the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the first special symbol. When it is executed and in the KT state, the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the second special symbol. In other words, even if the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, it is in the KT state, or even if the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, it is in the non-KT state. , The variable display of the decorative pattern is not executed.

(Variable display start setting process)
FIG. 10-47 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171). In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol (step 052IWS920). Whether or not to execute the variation display of the first special symbol is determined by, for example, that the variation pattern command stored in the variation pattern command storage area specifies the first variation patterns # 01 to # 09. It can be determined by confirming whether or not there is. When executing the variation display of the first special symbol, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation display this time is a small hit (step 052IWS921). Whether or not the variable display this time is a small hit is checked, for example, whether or not the display result specification command stored in the display result specification command storage area is the display result 7 designation command. It can be judged by. If it is a small hit variation, the effect control CPU 120 determines a non-reach off symbol as a stop symbol of the decorative symbol (step 052IWS922).

As already explained, in this example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and a small hit is obtained, there is only a case where the small hit is A, and the game ball to the special winning opening during the small hit game. You can hardly expect a prize. Therefore, by executing the process of steps 052IWS920 to S922, in this example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and a small hit is obtained, the non-reach out-of-reach symbol is forcibly stopped and displayed. This prevents the player from having excessive expectations.

When the variation display of the second special symbol is executed (N in step 052IWS920) or when it is not a small hit variation (N in step 052IWS921), the effect control CPU 120 stops the decorative symbol according to the variation display result. Is determined (step 052IWS923). In step 052IWS923, when the effect control CPU 120 receives the display result 1 designation command (when it is determined to be out of alignment), only the outlier symbol or the left and right decorative symbols in which the left, middle, and right decorative symbols do not completely match are received. Determine the combination of matching out-of-reach symbols. Further, when the display result 2 designation command is received (when it is determined that the 10R probability variation jackpot is determined), the combination of the symbols aligned with the symbol "7" among the odd-numbered symbols on the left, middle, and right is determined. In addition, when the display result 3 designation command is received (when it is determined that the 6R probability variation jackpot is determined), the combination of the symbols in which the decorative symbols on the left, middle, and right are odd-numbered symbols other than "7" is determined. In addition, when the display result 5 designation command is received (when it is determined that the 2R probability variation jackpot is determined), the combination of the symbols including the special symbol (in this example, the symbol "R") is determined. .. In addition, when a display result 4 designation command or a display result 6 designation command is received (when it is determined to be a 6R normal jackpot or a 2R normal jackpot), a combination of symbols in which the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are aligned with an even number of symbols. To determine. Further, when the display result 7 designation command is received (when it is determined to be a small hit), the combination of the decorative symbols of the small hit symbol (for example, "135") is determined.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the fluctuation display this time is out of order (step 052IWS924). To check whether the variable display this time is out of order, for example, check whether the display result specification command stored in the display result specification command storage area is the display result 1 designation command. Can be determined by. If there is no deviation fluctuation, the process proceeds to step 052IWS928 as it is. If the fluctuation is out of alignment (Y in step 052IWS924), the effect control CPU 120 executes a set value suggestion effect setting process for determining the presence / absence and type of the set value suggestion effect that suggests the currently set setting value. (Step 052IWS925).

In step 052IWS925, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the set value stored in the set value storage area (see step 052IWS615). Then, the effect control CPU 120 uses a table corresponding to the specified set value as a set value suggestion effect determination table for determining the presence / absence and type of the set value suggestion effect, and performs a lottery process based on a random number to set. Determine the presence / absence and type of value suggestion effect.

FIG. 10-48 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the set value suggestion effect determination table. As shown in FIG. 10-48, in the set value suggestion effect determination table, there is no set value suggestion effect, set value suggestion effect A, set value suggestion effect B, set value suggestion effect C, set value suggestion effect D, and set value. Judgment values are assigned to the suggestion effect E and the set value suggestion effect F, respectively.

The set value suggestion effect A is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined character image in a blue display color on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIGS. 10-48, the set value “1” is used. In some cases, the execution rate is the highest. Further, the set value suggestion effect B is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined character image in a green display color on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIGS. 10-48, the set value “2” The execution rate is the highest when it is. Further, the set value suggestion effect C is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined character image in a yellow display color on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIGS. 10-48, the set value “3” The execution rate is the highest when it is. Further, the set value suggestion effect D is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined character image in an orange display color on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIGS. 10-48, the set value “4” The execution rate is the highest when it is. Further, the set value suggestion effect E is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined character image in a red display color on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIGS. 10-48, the set value “5” The execution rate is the highest when it is. Further, the set value suggestion effect F is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined character image in a rainbow-colored display color on the image display device 5, and as shown in FIGS. 10-48, the set value “ When it is "6", the execution rate is the highest.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the second KT state flag is set (step 052IWS926). If the second KT state flag is not set (that is, if it is not the second KT state), the process proceeds to step 052IWS928 as it is. If the second KT state flag is set (Y in step 052IWS926), that is, in the second KT state, the effect control CPU 120 indicates that the second KT state (small hit RUSH) continues. A small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect setting process for determining the presence / absence and type of the continuation suggestion effect is executed (step 052IWS927).

FIG. 10-49 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a specific example of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect determination table. As shown in FIG. 10-49, in the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect determination table, the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is not determined, the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A, and the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect B are determined. A value has been assigned. The small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined effect image in a blue display color on the image display device 5. Further, the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect B is, for example, an effect executed by displaying a predetermined effect image in a red display color on the image display device 5.

As shown in FIGS. 10-49, in this example, when the set value is "1", the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the highest, and when the set value is "2", the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is produced. The execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the next highest when the setting value is "3", and the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the next highest when the setting value is "4". Is the next highest, and when the set value is "5", the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the next highest, and when the setting value is "6", the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the highest. It's getting low.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10-49, the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A is the highest when the set value is "1", and the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect B is when the set value is "6". Execution rate is the highest.

In this example, the jackpot probability is the lowest when the set value is "1", and the jackpot probability is the highest when the set value is "6". However, when the second KT state is in the state, the jackpot occurs. Since the second KT state may end as an opportunity, the setting value "1" is the setting state in which the second KT state is most likely to continue (the probability of continuation is high), and the setting value "6" is set. In some cases, it can be said that the second KT state is the setting state in which it is most difficult to continue (the degree of continuation expectation is low). Therefore, in this example, when the set value is "1", the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the highest, and when the set value is "6", the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is the lowest. Therefore, by executing the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect, it is possible to increase the expectation that the second KT state (small hit RUSH) will continue.

As described above, the continuation expectation of the second KT state (small hit RUSH) is the expectation that the control period to the second KT state will be longer without the occurrence of a big hit.

Further, in this example, when the set value is "1", the execution rate of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A is the highest. Therefore, especially when the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A is executed, the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A is executed. It is possible to further increase the expectation that the second KT state (small hit RUSH) will continue.

Next, when the effect control CPU 120 determines to execute the variation pattern of the decorative symbol to be used, the set value suggestion effect, and the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect based on the variation pattern indicated by the received variation pattern command. Select a process table according to the set value suggestion effect and the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect (step 052IWS928).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the process timer setting value of the process data 1 in the process table selected in step 052IWS928 to the process timer and starts the process timer (step 052IWS929). Next, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect device (image display device 5, various lamps, speakers 8L, 8R) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Is executed (step 052IWS930). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a control signal (display control execution data) to the VDP in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, in order to control the lighting / extinguishing of various lamps, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the LED control board 14. 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.

When it is decided to execute the set value suggestion effect, step 052IWS930 and the variable display effect process (step S172) are executed according to the process table including the set value suggestion effect selected in step 052IWS928. The set value suggestion effect is executed during the fluctuation display of the symbol (during the deviation fluctuation).

Further, when it is decided to execute the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect, step 052IWS930 and the variable display in-effect process (step S172) are executed according to the process table including the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect selected in step 052IWS928. As a result, the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is executed during the variation display of the decorative symbol (during the deviation variation in the second KT state).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value corresponding to the fluctuation time in the decorative symbol fluctuation time timer and starts the decorative symbol fluctuation time timer (step 052IWS931). Then, the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect process (step S172) during variable display (step 052IWS932).

(Variable display production processing)
FIG. 10-50 is a flowchart showing the variable display during effect processing (step S172) in the effect control process process. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the process timer (step 052IWS8101) and 1 subtracts the value of the decorative symbol variation time timer (step 052IWS8102). When the process timer times out (step 052IWS8103), the process data is switched. That is, the next set process timer setting value in the process table is set in the process timer (step 052IWS8104). Further, the control state for the effect device is changed based on the display control execution data, the lamp control execution data, and the sound number data set next (step 052IWS8105).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the first KT state flag or the second KT state flag is set (step 052IWS8106). If neither the first KT state flag nor the second KT state flag is set (that is, if it is in the non-KT state), whether or not the effect control CPU 120 has received the first symbol confirmation designation command (for example, the first 1 Whether or not the confirmation command reception flag is set) is confirmed (step 052IWS8107). If the first symbol confirmation designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 052IWS8110).

If the first symbol confirmation designation command has not been received, the effect control CPU 120 has received the first forced symbol confirmation designation command (for example, whether the first forced confirmation command reception flag has been set). Is confirmed (step 052IWS8108). If the first forced symbol confirmation designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 performs a process of replacing the stop symbol of the decorative symbol determined in step 052IWS923 of the variable display start setting process with an outlier symbol (step 052IWS8109). Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 052IWS8110).

If the first KT state flag or the second KT state flag is set in step 052IWS8106 (that is, if it is in the KT state), whether or not the effect control CPU 120 has received the second symbol confirmation designation command (for example, the first 2 Whether or not the confirmation command reception flag is set) is confirmed (step 052IWS8111). If the second symbol confirmation designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 052IWS8114).

If the second symbol confirmation command has not been received, the effect control CPU 120 has received the second forced symbol confirmation command (for example, whether the second forced confirmation command reception flag has been set). Is confirmed (step 052IWS8112). If the second forced symbol confirmation designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 performs a process of replacing the stop symbol of the decorative symbol determined in step 052IWS923 of the variable display start setting process with an outlier symbol (step 052IWS8113). Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the special figure hit wait process (step S173) (step 052IWS8114).

If the first forced symbol confirmation command is not received in step 052IWS8108, or if the second forced symbol confirmation command is not received in step 052IWS8112, the effect control CPU 120 uses the decorative symbol fluctuation time timer. Checks if has timed out (step 052IWS8115). If the decorative symbol fluctuation time timer has timed out, the effect control CPU 120 switches to the process data for the standby effect (step 052IWS8116). Then, the effect control CPU 120 restarts the process timer (step 052IWS8117).

In this example, as described above, the case where the variation display of the second special symbol is a small hit, and the variation display of the first special symbol, which is a miss, a small hit, or a probability variation big hit, is being executed. In the small hit game, the update of the first fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continuously executed. In addition, when the variation display of the first special symbol is a small hit and the variation display of the second special symbol, which is a miss, a small hit, or a probability variation big hit, is being executed, during the small hit game. , The update of the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed. The fact that the decorative symbol variation time timer timed out in step 052IWS8115 without receiving any of the symbol confirmation designation commands means that the update of the first variation time timer or the second variation time timer is interrupted in this way, and the first This is the case where the variable display of the special symbol or the second special symbol is continuously executed. In this case, in this example, the processing of steps 052IWS8116 and S8117 is executed to switch to the standby effect, and then the update of the first fluctuation time timer or the second fluctuation time timer is restarted, and finally one special The standby effect is continued until the variable display of the symbol or the second special symbol is completed. The "standby effect" is, for example, an effect in which the image display device 5 puts the decorative symbol on the left, middle, and right into a temporary stop state in a state of shaking fluctuation or slight fluctuation.

For example, in the image display device 5, when the fluctuation display of the system small symbol or the fourth symbol is also executed, the update of the first fluctuation time timer or the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the first special When the variable display of the symbol or the second special symbol is continuously executed, the variable display of these system small symbols and the fourth special symbol is also continuously executed. Then, when the update of the first fluctuation time timer or the second fluctuation time timer is restarted and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is finally stopped and displayed, these system small symbols and the fourth symbol are displayed. The fluctuation display is also stopped.

(Waiting processing per special figure)
10-51 and 10-52 are flowcharts showing a special figure hit waiting process (step S173) in the effect control process process. In the special symbol hit waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 first confirms whether or not the stop symbol display flag 1 indicating that the jackpot symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is set (step 052IWS9701). .. If the stop symbol display flag 1 is set, the process proceeds to step 052IWS9706. In the feature unit 052IW, when the jackpot symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, the stop symbol display flag 1 is set in step 052IWS9705. Then, the stop symbol display flag 1 is reset when the jackpot effect is executed. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag 1 is set means that the jackpot symbol has been confirmed and displayed, but the effect during the jackpot has not yet been executed. Therefore, the process of displaying the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in step 052IWS9703 is performed. The process proceeds to step 052IWS9706 without execution.

If the stop symbol display flag 1 is not set, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the stop symbol display flag 2 indicating that the small hit symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol is set. (Step 052IWS9702). If the stop symbol display flag 2 is set, the process proceeds to step 052IWS9717. In the feature unit 052IW, when the small hit symbol is displayed as the stop symbol of the decorative symbol, the stop symbol display flag 2 is set in step 052IWS9716. Then, the stop symbol display flag 2 is reset when the small hit medium effect is executed. Therefore, the fact that the stop symbol display flag 2 is set means that the small hit symbol has been confirmed and displayed, but the small hit medium effect has not yet been executed. Therefore, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol in step 052IWS9703 is displayed. The process proceeds to step 052IWS9717 without executing the process.

If neither the stop symbol display flag 1 nor the stop symbol display flag 2 is set, the effect control CPU 120 determines the stop symbol (missing symbol, jackpot symbol) of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols being stopped and displayed on the image display device 5. , Small hit symbol) is controlled to be fixedly displayed (step 052IWS9703). When the first compulsory symbol confirmation command or the second compulsory symbol confirmation command is received and the process of replacing with the misaligned symbol is executed in steps 052IWS8109 and S8113, the effect control CPU 120 is deviated from the symbol in step 052IWS9703. Is controlled to be confirmed and displayed.

When the jackpot symbol is confirmed and displayed in the process of step 052IWS9703 (Y in step 052IWS9704), the effect control CPU 120 sets the stop symbol display flag 1 (step 052IWS9705).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot start designation command has been received (step 052IWS9706). When the jackpot start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the stop symbol display flag 1 (step 052IWS9707).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the prize ball number display is being displayed on the image display device 5 (step 052IWS9708). If the prize ball number display is not being displayed, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot type of the jackpot generated this time is a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 6R normal jackpot (step 052IWS9709). Whether or not the jackpot type is a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 6R normal jackpot is determined by, for example, whether or not the received display result specification command is a display result 2 designation command to a display result 4 designation command. It can be judged by checking. If it is a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 6R normal jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying the prize ball number display (step 052IWS9710).

By executing the processes of steps 052IWS9708 to S9710, in this example, the display of the number of prize balls is started when the jackpot game based on the 10R probability variation jackpot, the 6R probability variation jackpot, or the 6R normal jackpot is started. On the other hand, even if it is a big hit, the display of the number of prize balls is not started when the big hit game based on the 2R probability variation big hit or the 2R normal big hit is started.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the effect during the big hit (step 052IWS9711). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 052IWS9712), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speakers 8L, 8R as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 052IWS9713).

After that, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect processing during the jackpot (step S176) (step 052IWS9714).

If the big hit symbol is not confirmed and displayed in the process of step 052IWS9703 (N in step 052IWS9704), and if the small hit symbol is confirmed and displayed in the process of step 052IWS9703 (Y in step 052IWS9715), the effect control CPU 120 is stopped. The symbol display flag 2 is set (step 052IWS9716).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the small hit start designation command has been received (step 052IWS9717). When the small hit start designation command is received, the effect control CPU 120 resets the stop symbol display flag 2 (step 052IWS9718).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table according to the small hit medium effect (step 052IWS9719). Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer by setting the process timer set value in the process timer (step 052IWS9720), and the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number). Control of the effect device (image display device 5 as the effect component, various lamps as the effect component, and speakers 8L, 8R as the effect component) is executed according to the data 1) (step 052IWS9721).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the small hit medium effect process (step S174) (step 052IWS9722).

When the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is not displayed in the process of step 052IWS9703 (that is, when the missed symbol is displayed) (N in step 052IWS9704 and N in step 052IWS9715), the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect. The value of the process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process (step S170) (step 052IWS9723).

(Ending production processing)
FIG. 10-53 is a flowchart showing an ending effect process (step S177) in the effect control process process shown in FIG. In the ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the value of the effect period measurement timer (step 052IWS951). The effect period measurement timer is set based on the completion of all rounds of the jackpot game in the jackpot effect process (see step S176). Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the effect period measurement timer has timed out (step 052IWS952).

When the effect period measurement timer has not timed out (N in step 052IWS952), the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the process timer value (step 052IWS953), and the effect device (image display device 5) according to the contents of the process data n. , Game effect lamp 9, speakers 8L, 8R, etc.) is executed (step 052IWS954). For example, an effect of displaying the end of the jackpot or displaying a predetermined character is executed.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the process timer has timed out (step 052IWS955), and if the process timer has timed out, switches the process data (step 052IWS956). Then, the process timer set value in the next process data is set in the process timer and the process timer is started (step 052IWS957).

If the effect period measurement timer has timed out (Y in step 052IWS952), the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot game ending this time is a jackpot game based on a 6R probability variation jackpot or a 6R normal jackpot (step). 052IWS958). Whether or not the 6R probability variation jackpot or the 6R normal jackpot is determined is, for example, whether or not the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area is the display result 3 designation command or the display result 4 designation command. Can be determined by checking. If it is a 6R probability variation jackpot or a 6R normal jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to end the display of the prize ball number display (step 052IWS959).

Steps 052 By executing the processes of IWS958 to S959, in this example, when a jackpot game based on a 6R probability variation jackpot or a 6R normal jackpot is executed, the prize ball number display is displayed during the jackpot game, and the jackpot is displayed. The prize ball number display is erased at the end of the game, and the prize ball number display is not displayed during the high probability / first KT state or low probability / first KT state after the jackpot game ends.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the jackpot game that ends this time is a jackpot game based on the 2R probability variation jackpot (step 052IWS960). Whether or not it is a 2R probability variation jackpot can be determined by, for example, confirming whether or not the display result designation command stored in the display result designation command storage area is the display result 5 designation command. If it is a 2R probability variation jackpot, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the prize ball number display is being displayed on the image display device 5 (step 052IWS961). If the prize ball number display is not being displayed, the effect control CPU 120 controls the image display device 5 to start displaying the prize ball number display (step 052IWS962).

By executing the process of steps 052IWS960 to S962, in this example, when the jackpot game based on the 2R probability variation jackpot is executed, the prize ball number display is not displayed during the jackpot game (however, however). In this example, if the prize ball number display is displayed before the 2R probability variation jackpot, the prize ball number display is continuously displayed but the display is not updated), and the high probability after the jackpot game is completed. / During the 2nd KT state, the prize ball number display is displayed.

After that, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the variable display start waiting process (step S170) (step 052IWS963).

(Production example)
Next, an effect mode of the effect executed by the feature unit 052IW will be described. First, an effect mode of the set value suggestion effect will be described. FIG. 10-54 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an effect mode of the set value suggestion effect. In this example, it is possible to execute the setting value suggestion effect in the variable display of the decorative pattern that is out of alignment. As shown in FIG. 10-54 (A), when the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols is executed on the image display device 5, the execution timing of the set value suggestion effect is set to FIG. 10-54 (B1). )-(B3), the set value suggestion effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 10-54 (B1) to (B3), the set value suggestion effect is executed by displaying the predetermined character image 052IW001,052IW002,052IW003 on the image display device 5. In this case, for example, when executing the set value suggestion effect A, as shown in FIG. 10-54 (B1), it is set by displaying a predetermined character image 052IW001 in a blue display color on the image display device 5. The value suggestion effect is executed. Further, for example, when the set value suggestion effect C is executed, as shown in FIG. 10-54 (B2), the set value is set according to the mode in which the predetermined character image 052IW002 is displayed in the yellow display color on the image display device 5. Suggestion production is executed. Further, for example, when the set value suggestion effect E is executed, as shown in FIG. 10-54 (B3), the set value is set according to the mode in which the predetermined character image 052IW003 is displayed in the red display color on the image display device 5. Suggestion production is executed.

In the example shown in FIGS. 10-54, the case where the set value suggestion effect A, the set value suggestion effect C, and the set value suggestion effect E are executed is shown, but for example, when the set value suggestion effect B is executed. Is displayed with a predetermined character image in a green display color, a predetermined character image is displayed with an orange display color when the set value suggestion effect D is executed, and a rainbow is displayed when the set value suggestion effect F is executed. A predetermined character image is displayed in a color display color.

In this example, which setting value is currently set for the player depending on whether a character image having a different display color is displayed and the setting value suggestion effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern that is out of alignment. You can have a sense of expectation for it.

Next, the production mode of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect will be described. FIG. 10-55 is an explanatory diagram for explaining an effect mode of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect. In this example, it is possible to execute the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect in the variable display of the decorative symbol that is out of the second KT state (during the small hit RUSH).

In this example, in the second KT state, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (A), for example, the image display device 5 displays a character display 052IW004 such as "small hit RUSH", and the second KT state. It is recognizable that it is inside. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (A), when the image display device 5 is executing the variable display of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols during the second KT state, the execution timing of the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect. Then, as shown in FIGS. 10-55 (B1) to (B3), the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 10-55 (B1) and (B2), the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is executed by displaying a predetermined effect image 052IW005, 052IW006 on the image display device 5. In this example, a case where an image of a racing car is displayed as a predetermined effect image 052IW005, 052IW006 is shown. In this case, for example, when executing the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect A, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (B1), the image display device 5 displays a predetermined effect image 052IW005 in a blue display color. The small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is executed. Further, for example, when the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect B is executed, as shown in FIG. 10-55 (B2), the predetermined effect image 052IW005 is displayed in the red display color on the image display device 5. The small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is executed.

In this example, the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect is executed by executing the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect during the variable display of the decorative pattern that is out of the second KT state, or the effect image of any display color is displayed to suggest the small hit RUSH continuation. Depending on whether or not the effect is executed, the player can be expected to continue the second KT state (small hit RUSH).

Next, the display mode of the right-handed notification will be described. FIG. 10-56 is an explanatory diagram for explaining a display mode of the right-handed notification. In this example, regardless of whether the variable display of the first special symbol is a big hit or the variable display of the second special symbol is executed and a big hit is performed, the jackpot game is in progress. As shown in FIG. 10-56 (1), the right-handed display 26 is turned on by the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) (see steps 052IWS2018A and S2018B). Further, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (1), the right-handed lighting notification LED 37 is turned on by the effect control CPU 120 based on the reception of the right-handed lighting start designation command (step 052IWS2019A, S2019B, S639). reference). Further, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (1), the effect control CPU 120 displays the right-handed display 052IW007 on the display screen of the image display device 5 (see step 052IWS624).

Further, in this example, when a small hit is obtained in the variable display of the second special symbol, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (2)) during the small hit game. The right-handed display 26 is turned on by the CPU 103) (see step 052IWS2024B). Further, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (2), the right-handed lighting notification LED 37 is turned on by the effect control CPU 120 based on the reception of the right-handed lighting start designation command (see steps 052IWS2025B and S639). .. However, unlike during the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (2), the right-handed display 052IW007 is not displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5.

On the other hand, in this example, when a small hit is obtained in the variable display of the first special symbol, as shown in FIG. 10-56 (3), the right-handed display 26 is turned on and the right is turned on during the small hit game. The striking notification LED 37 is not lit, and the right-strike display 052IW007 is not displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5.

Next, the production modes of the over-winning suggestion effect, the small hit winning suggestion effect, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect will be described. 10-57 and 10-58 are explanatory views for explaining the production modes of the over-winning suggestion effect, the small hit winning suggestion effect, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect. In FIGS. 10-57 and 10-58, the display screens change in the order of (A), (B), (C) .... Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 10-57 and 10-58, a case where the jackpot game state is controlled based on the 10R probability variation jackpot is shown.

As shown in FIG. 10-57 (A), during the big hit game, the image display device 5 displays characters such as "Big hit!" And the number of rounds such as "Round 2". The prize ball number display 052IW008 is displayed. In addition, when a normal prize (a prize that is not an over prize) occurs in the big prize opening during the big hit game, the prize is displayed in the normal display color (white in this example) as shown in FIG. 10-57 (B). 052IW009 (in this example, the character display of "+15") is displayed, and the winning sound of the normal sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R (see steps 052IWS307 and S308).

Next, it is assumed that an over-winning occurs during the jackpot game, and the execution of the suggestion effect at the time of over-winning is decided based on the occurrence of the over-winning. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10-57 (C), the winning display 052IW010 (in this example, the character display of "+15") is displayed according to the type of the determined over-winning suggestion effect, and the speaker 8L. , 8R outputs a winning sound according to the type of the determined over-winning suggestion effect (see steps 052IWS305 and S306). For example, when the over-winning suggestion effect A is executed, the winning display is displayed in a blue display color on the image display device 5, and the winning sound of the sound A is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, it is assumed that the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is determined based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 456 and the number of prize balls reaches 456. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10-57 (D), the character display 052IW011 such as "456 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is executed (see step 052IWS360).

In this example, the case where the prize ball number display suggestion effect A is executed is shown. For example, when the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect B is decided, the image display device 5 sets "555". A character display such as "OVER" is displayed, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect B is executed. Further, for example, when it is decided to execute the prize ball number display suggestion effect C, the image display device 5 displays "666".
A character display such as "OVER" is displayed, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect C is executed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 10-58 (E), when the jackpot game is completed, the gaming state is controlled to the high probability / second KT state after the jackpot game is completed. Further, when controlled to the high probability / second KT state, as shown in FIG. 10-58 (F), a character display such as "Small hit RUSH in progress!" Is displayed, and the prize ball number display 052IW008 continues. Is displayed.

Next, during the high probability / second KT state, a small hit occurs and a game ball wins the special winning opening, but if it is not decided to execute the suggestion effect at the time of the small hit winning, FIG. 10-58. As shown in (F), the winning display 052IW012 (in this example, the character display of "+10") is displayed in the normal display color (white in this example), and the normal sound is won from the speakers 8L and 8R. Sound is output (see steps 052IWS325, S326).

Next, during the high probability / second KT state, a small hit occurs and a game ball wins in the special winning opening, and a suggestion effect at the time of small hit winning is produced based on the winning of the game ball in the special winning opening. It is assumed that the execution of is decided. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10-58 (G), the winning display 052IW013 (in this example, the character display of "+10") is displayed according to the type of the determined small hit winning suggestion effect, and the speaker. From 8L and 8R, a winning sound corresponding to the type of the determined small hit winning suggestion effect is output (see steps 052IWS323 and S324). For example, when the small hit winning suggestion effect A is executed, the winning display is displayed in a blue display color on the image display device 5, and the winning sound of the sound A is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, it is assumed that the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is determined based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 2666 during the high probability / second KT state and the number of prize balls reaches 2666. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10-58 (H), the character display 052IW014 such as "2666 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is executed (see step 052IWS360).

In this example, the case where the prize ball number display suggestion effect F is executed is shown. For example, when the execution of the prize ball number display suggestion effect D is decided, the image display device 5 displays "2456". A character display such as "OVER" is displayed, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect D is executed. Further, for example, when it is decided to execute the prize ball number display suggestion effect E, a character display such as "2555 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5, and the prize ball number display suggestion effect E is executed.

Further, in the examples shown in FIGS. 10-57 and 10-58, although the illustration is omitted, for example, the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect A is determined based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 1000. In that case, the image display device 5 displays a character display such as "1000 OVER", and the prize ball number emphasizing effect A is executed. Further, for example, when the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect B is decided based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 2000, a character display such as "2000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. , The prize ball number emphasizing effect B is executed. Further, for example, when the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect C is decided based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 3000, a character display such as "3000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. , The prize ball number emphasis effect C is executed. Further, for example, when the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect D is decided based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 4000, a character display such as "4000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. , The prize ball number emphasis effect D is executed. Further, for example, when the execution of the prize ball number emphasizing effect E is decided based on the fact that the number of prize balls reaches 5000, a character display such as "5000 OVER" is displayed on the image display device 5. , The prize ball number emphasis effect E is executed.

In this example, the number of prize balls has reached 456, 555, 666, 2456, 2555, or 2666 (in other words, a small hit during a big hit game or a high probability / second KT state). Although the case where the prize ball number display suggestion effects A to F are executed at different selection ratios according to the total of the game values given by the above, the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, depending on the number of small hits that occurred during the high probability / second KT state and the number of executions of the variation display executed during the high probability / second KT state, the prize ball number display suggestion effects A to F are performed at different selection ratios. May be configured to perform, and various aspects are conceivable.

Next, the control of the variation display when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol while the variation display of one special symbol is being executed will be described. FIG. 10-59 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the control of the variation display when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol during the execution of the variation display of one special symbol.

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the fluctuation display of the first special symbol that becomes a big hit, the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is a probability variation jackpot (10R probability variation in this example). In the case of a jackpot fluctuation that results in a jackpot or a 6R probability variation jackpot), as shown in FIG. 10-59 (A), the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the first fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the first fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120A, step 052IWS1120A, Step 052 See Y in IWS1128A).

On the other hand, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is a jackpot fluctuation that is a normal jackpot (6R normal jackpot in this example), the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 10-59 (B). When this is done, the variation display of the first special symbol is also forcibly stopped and displayed as a missed symbol (see N in step 052IWS1128A and step 052IWS1129A).

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol that is a miss or a small hit, as shown in FIG. 10-59 (C). Even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the first special symbol is continued. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the first fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the first fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120A, step 052IWS1120A, Step 052 See N in IWS1127A).

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the variation display of the second special symbol that becomes a big hit, the variation display of the second special symbol is a probability variation jackpot (10R probability variation in this example). In the case of a jackpot fluctuation of (big hit, 6R probability variation jackpot, or 2R probability variation jackpot), as shown in FIG. 10-59 (D), even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is displayed. Is continued. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the second fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120B, step 052IWS1120B, Step 052 See Y in IWS1128B).

On the other hand, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is a jackpot fluctuation that is a normal jackpot (2R normal jackpot in this example), the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 10-59 (E). When this is done, the variation display of the second special symbol is also forcibly stopped and displayed as a missed symbol (see N in step 052IWS1128B and step 052IWS1129B).

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the variable display of the second special symbol that is a miss or a small hit, as shown in FIG. 10-59 (F), Even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the second special symbol is continued. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the second fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120B, step 052IWS1120B, Step 052 See N in IWS1127B).

The control method when a small hit occurs in the variable display of the other special symbol while the variable display of one special symbol is being executed is not limited to the mode shown in this example. Hereinafter, a modified example of the control method when a small hit occurs in the variable display of the other special symbol while the variable display of one special symbol is being executed will be described.

(Modification example 1)
FIG. 10-60 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol variation process (step S112A) in the first modification. In FIG. 10-60, the processes of steps 052IWS1120A to S1127A are the same as those processes shown in FIG. 10-19, but in the first modification, the determination process of step 052IWS1128A shown in FIG. 10-19 does not exist. ..

In the first modification, if the variation display of the first special symbol being executed is a big hit, the CPU 103 proceeds to the process of step S1129A as it is, and transmits the first forced symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120. (Step 052IWS1129A). In FIG. 10-60, the process of step 052IWS1130A is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-19.

FIG. 10-61 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation processing in the first modification. In FIG. 10-61, the processing of steps 052IWS1120B to S1127B is the same as those processing shown in FIG. 10-22, but in the first modification, the determination processing of step 052IWS1128B shown in FIG. 10-22 does not exist. ..

In the first modification, if the variation display of the second special symbol being executed is a big hit, the CPU 103 proceeds to the process of step S1129B as it is, and transmits the second forced symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120. (Step 052IWS1129B). In FIG. 10-61, the process of step 052IWS1130B is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-22.

FIG. 10-62 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the control of the variation display when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol during the execution of the variation display of one special symbol in the first modification.

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the fluctuation display of the first special symbol that becomes a big hit, is the fluctuation display of the first special symbol a jackpot fluctuation that becomes a probability variation jackpot? As shown in FIG. 10-62 (A), when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is also forcibly missed, regardless of whether the jackpot fluctuation is a normal jackpot. The stop display is displayed (see N in step 052IWS1127A and step 052IWS1129A).

On the other hand, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol that becomes a miss or a small hit, as shown in FIG. 10-62 (B), Even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the first special symbol is continued. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the first fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the first fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120A, step 052IWS1120A, Step 052 See N in IWS1127A).

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the fluctuation display of the second special symbol that becomes a big hit, is the fluctuation display of the second special symbol a jackpot fluctuation that becomes a probability variation jackpot? As shown in FIG. 10-62 (C), when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is also forcibly missed, regardless of whether the jackpot fluctuation is a normal jackpot. The stop display is displayed (see N in step 052IWS1127B and step 052IWS1129B).

On the other hand, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the variable display of the second special symbol that becomes a miss or a small hit, as shown in FIG. 10-62 (D). Even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the second special symbol is continued. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the second fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120B, step 052IWS1120B, Step 052 See N in IWS1127B).

(Modification 2)
FIG. 10-63 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol variation process (step S112A) in the second modification. In FIG. 10-63, the processes of steps 052IWS1120A to S1126A are the same as those processes shown in FIG. 10-19, but in the modified example 2, the determination process of steps 052IWS1127A and S1128A shown in FIG. 10-19 is used. Instead, it includes the process of step 052IWS1127C.

In the second modification, if the variation display of the first special symbol being executed is a big hit, the process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the variable display of the first special symbol being executed is not a big hit, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the first forced symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1129A). In FIG. 10-63, the process of step 052IWS1130A is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-19.

FIG. 10-64 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation processing in the second modification. In FIG. 10-64, the processing of steps 052IWS1120B to S1126B is the same as those processing shown in FIG. 10-22, but in the modified example 2, the determination processing of steps 052IWS1127B and S1128B shown in FIG. Instead, it includes the process of step 052IWS1127D.

In the second modification, if the variation display of the second special symbol being executed is a big hit, the process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, if the variable display of the second special symbol being executed is not a big hit, the CPU 103 controls to transmit the second forced symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1129B). In addition, in FIG. 10-64, the process of step 052IWS1130B is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-22.

FIG. 10-65 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the control of the variation display when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol during the execution of the variation display of one special symbol in the modified example 2.

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the fluctuation display of the first special symbol that becomes a big hit, is the fluctuation display of the first special symbol a jackpot fluctuation that becomes a probability variation jackpot? As shown in FIG. 10-65 (A), the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, regardless of whether the jackpot fluctuation is usually a jackpot. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the first fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the first fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120A, step 052IWS1120A, Step 052 See Y in IWS1127C).

On the other hand, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol which is a miss or a small hit, as shown in FIG. 10-65 (B), When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variation display of the first special symbol is also forcibly stopped and displayed as a missed symbol (see N in step 052IWS1127C and step 052IWS1129A).

If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the fluctuation display of the second special symbol that becomes a big hit, is the fluctuation display of the second special symbol a jackpot fluctuation that becomes a probability variation jackpot? As shown in FIG. 10-65 (C), the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, regardless of whether the jackpot fluctuation is usually a jackpot. Specifically, during the small hit game, the update of the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is continuously executed. Then, when the small hit game is completed, the value of the bonus control process flag is updated again to the value corresponding to the bonus control normal process (step S120), and the update of the second fluctuation time timer is restarted (step 052IWS1120B, step 052IWS1120B, Step 052 See Y in IWS1127D).

On the other hand, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the variable display of the second special symbol which is a miss or a small hit, as shown in FIG. 10-65 (D). When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variation display of the second special symbol is also forcibly stopped and displayed as a missed symbol (see N in step 052IWS1127D and step 052IWS1129B).

Further, as a control method when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol during the execution of the variation display of one special symbol, other than those shown in the modification 1 and the modification 2, for example, the deviation is lost. If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, the forced loss is stopped, while the fluctuation display of the first special symbol that is a small hit is performed. When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol, the variation may be continued.

Further, for example, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the fluctuation display of the first special symbol which is the 10R probability variation jackpot, the small hit symbol is forcibly stopped and stopped, while the 2R probability variation jackpot is obtained. If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol, the variation may be continued.

Further, for example, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the normal state (low probability / low base state), the fluctuation display of the second special symbol being executed is off and fluctuates. Either the small hit fluctuation or the big hit fluctuation may be configured to stop forcibly. With such a configuration, in this example, if the fluctuation display of 50 times is completed in the low probability / high base state, the transition to the low probability / low base state is performed (see FIG. 10-29), but 50 times. When 1 to 4 second hold memories are accumulated when the fluctuation display is finished and the state shifts to the low probability / low base state, and if there is a second hold memory that becomes a big hit, it is forcibly stopped. As a result, it is possible to prevent a big hit at an unintended timing. Further, in particular, in a game machine configured to be controllable to a KT state as in this example, by performing a right-handed operation in a normal state (low probability / low base state), a second start winning opening that is easy to win a start can be obtained. It is also possible to make a start prize and display the variation of the second special symbol, and at the same time, let the first start prize opening win the start and display the variation of the first special symbol. It is effective as a preventive measure for the method.

As described above, various modes can be considered as a control method when a small hit occurs in the variable display of the other special symbol while the variable display of one special symbol is being executed.

(Modification 3)
In addition, the feature unit 052IW controls to forcibly stop and display the out-of-order symbol by the same control in the case of executing the variable display of the first special symbol and the case of executing the variable display of the second special symbol. Although the case (see FIG. 10-59) is shown, different controls may be used. FIG. 10-66 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation processing in the modified example 3. In the modified example 3, the first special symbol variation process is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-19. In FIG. 10-66, the processing of steps 052IWS1120B to S1125B is the same as those processing shown in FIG. 10-22, but in the modified example 3, the determination processing of steps 052IWS1126B to S1128B shown in FIG. 10-22 is performed. not exist. Therefore, in the third modification, unless the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A (N in step 052IWS1125B), the CPU 103 ends the process as it is.

FIG. 10-67 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the control of the variation display when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol during the execution of the variation display of one special symbol in the modified example 3.

As shown in FIGS. 10-67 (A) and 10-67 (C), in the modified example 3, a small hit is displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol, which is a miss, a small hit, or a probability variation large hit. When the symbol is stopped and displayed, as in FIGS. 10-59 (A) and 10-59 (C), the variation display of the first special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed. Further, as shown in FIGS. 10-67 (D) and 10-67 (F), the small hit symbol is stopped in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the fluctuation display of the second special symbol which is a miss, a small hit, or a probabilistic big hit. When it is displayed, similarly to FIGS. 10-59 (D) and (F), the variation display of the second special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10-67 (B), in the modified example 3, when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol which is usually a big hit. In the same manner as in FIG. 10-59 (B), when the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the variation display of the first special symbol is also forcibly stopped and displayed as an off symbol.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 10-67 (E), in the modified example 3, the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the first special symbol during the variation display of the second special symbol which is usually a big hit. In, unlike FIG. 10-59 (E), the variation display of the second special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed.

As shown in FIGS. 10-67, in the modified example 3, the variation display of the special symbol is forcibly removed and forced by the symbol when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed and the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. The control to display the stop is different.

In the third modification, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the execution of the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, which is a normal jackpot, the small hit symbol is forcibly stopped and stopped, while the normal jackpot is normally hit. When the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol during the execution of the variable display of the second special symbol, the variable display is continued, but it is limited to such a mode. Absent. For example, conversely, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the execution of the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, which is a normal jackpot, the fluctuation display is continued, while the normal jackpot is displayed. If the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the first special symbol during the execution of the variation display of the second special symbol, it may be configured to forcibly stop. Also, for example, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the second special symbol during the execution of the fluctuation display of the first special symbol that is a big hit (regardless of whether it is a probabilistic jackpot or a normal jackpot), the forced loss is lost. On the other hand, if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the fluctuation display of the first special symbol during the execution of the fluctuation display of the second special symbol that becomes a big hit (regardless of whether it is a probabilistic jackpot or a normal jackpot), it changes. It may be configured to continue the display. In this way, the control for forced loss stop may be different depending on whether the variable display of the first special symbol is executed or the variable display of the second special symbol is executed in some form.

(Modification example 4)
FIG. 10-68 is a flowchart showing the first special symbol variation process (step S112A) in the modified example 4. In FIG. 10-68, the processes of steps 052IWS1120A to S1128A are similar to those processes shown in FIGS. 10-19.

In the fourth modification, when the variation display of the first special symbol that is neither the 10R probability variation jackpot nor the 6R probability variation jackpot (that is, the 6R normal jackpot) is being executed in step 052IWS1128A, the CPU 103 sets the probability variation flag. It is confirmed whether or not it is set (step 052IWS1131A). If the probability change flag is not set (that is, if it is not in the probability change state), the process ends as it is. If the probability change flag is set (that is, in the probability change state), the CPU 103 controls to send the first forced symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1129A). The process of step 052IWS1130A is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-19.

In the fourth modification, when the determination process of step 052IWS1131A is executed, the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the second special symbol during the variation display of the first special symbol which is usually a big hit. The variation display of the first special symbol is not uniformly stopped and displayed with the missing symbol, but the variation display of the first special symbol is forcibly stopped and displayed with the missing symbol when the probability change state is in progress. On the other hand, even during the variable display of the first special symbol, which is usually a big hit, the variable display of the second special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, unless it is in the probability variation state.

FIG. 10-69 is a flowchart showing the second special symbol variation processing in the modified example 4. In FIG. 10-69, the processes of steps 052IWS1120B to S1128B are similar to those processes shown in FIGS. 10-22.

In the fourth modification, when the variation display of the first special symbol that does not become a 10R probability variation jackpot, a 6R probability variation jackpot, or a 2R probability variation jackpot (that is, a 2R normal jackpot) is being executed in step 052IWS1128B, the CPU 103 Checks whether or not the probability change flag is set (step 052IWS1131B). If the probability change flag is not set (that is, if it is not in the probability change state), the process ends as it is. If the probability change flag is set (that is, if it is in the probability change state), the CPU 103 controls to transmit the second forced symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 052IWS1129B). The process of step 052IWS1130B is the same as the process shown in FIG. 10-22.

In the fourth modification, when the determination process of step 052IWS1131B is executed, the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variation display of the first special symbol during the variation display of the second special symbol which is usually a big hit. The variation display of the second special symbol is not uniformly stopped and displayed with the missing symbol, but the variation display of the second special symbol is forcibly stopped and displayed with the missing symbol when the probability change state is in progress. On the other hand, even during the variable display of the second special symbol, which is usually a big hit, the variable display of the first special symbol is continued even if the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, unless it is in the probability variation state.

In the modified example 4, a case is shown in which control is performed to forcibly stop and display the out-of-order symbol depending on whether or not the probability change flag is set (whether or not it is in the probability change state), but only in such a mode. I can't. For example, it may be configured to control to forcibly stop and display the out-of-order symbol depending on whether or not the special figure time reduction flag is set. Further, for example, the control may be configured to forcibly stop and display the off symbol only when the high probability / low base state (high probability flag is on and high base flag is off). In this way, any form may be used as long as it is configured to forcibly control the stop display with a detached symbol according to the current gaming state.

In addition, when the control is configured to forcibly stop and display the out-of-order symbol only in the high probability / low base state as described above, it is possible to prevent a normal big hit in the variable display of one of the identification information. It is possible to prevent the second KT state (small hit RUSH) from being interrupted.

As described above, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to set one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values "1" to "6") having different advantages for the player. is there. In addition, it is possible to control an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player, and it is possible to control a special state (for example, a small hit game state) that is a state different from the advantageous state. It is possible to control a special state (for example, a KT state) in which value is easily given. Then, the setting suggestion effect (for example, the small hit winning suggestion effect) can be executed in response to the passage of the game medium (for example, the game ball) through the specific area (for example, the special winning opening). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect.

Specifically, in this example, it is possible to execute a suggestion effect at the time of a small hit winning based on the fact that the game ball wins in the special winning opening during the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH). However, since the frequency of winning the special winning opening is particularly high during the small hit RUSH, it is possible to pay attention to the setting suggestion effect (in this example, the suggestion effect at the time of the small hit prize), and improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect. be able to.

In this example, a setting suggestion effect (in this example, a suggestion effect at the time of a small hit prize) is executed based on a game ball winning a special winning opening as a specific area. I can't be limited. For example, even if the setting suggestion effect can be executed based on the starting winning opening (winning ball device 6A, variable winning ball device 6B), the general winning opening 10, and the winning of the game ball to the large winning opening as a specific area. Good. Further, as a specific area, the setting suggestion effect may be configured to be executable based on the entry of the game ball into the out port. Further, for example, the setting suggestion effect may be executed based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the gates such as the passing gate 41 as a specific area.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to set one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values "1" to "6") having different advantages for the player. In addition, it is possible to control an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player, and it is possible to control a special state (for example, a small hit game state) that is a state different from the advantageous state. It is possible to control a special state (for example, a KT state) in which value is easily given. Further, the setting suggestion effect (for example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect) can be executed, and the ease of executing the setting suggestion effect differs depending on the length of the period controlled to the special state (for example, FIG. 10-43). As shown in the above, when the number of prize balls reaches 456, the prize ball number display suggestion effect A can be executed with a 3% probability, and when the number of prize balls reaches 555, the prize balls have a 2% probability. The number display suggestion effect B can be executed, and when the number of prize balls reaches 666, the prize ball number display suggestion effect C can be executed with a 1% probability, and when the number of prize balls reaches 2456, 5 The prize ball number display suggestion effect D can be executed with a% probability, and when the number of prize balls reaches 2555, the prize ball number display suggestion effect E can be executed with a 3% probability, and the number of prize balls is 2666. When the number is reached, there is a 2% chance that the prize ball number display suggestion effect F can be executed). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect.

In this example, the timing when the number of prize balls reaches 456, 555, 666, 2456, 2555, or 2666 as "the length of the period controlled by the special state" (in other words, Although the case where the prize ball number display suggestion effect is executed in the period until a certain game value is given), the present invention is not limited to such a mode. For example, the "length of the period controlled to the special state" is controlled to the length of the period controlled to the advantageous state (in this example, the big hit game state) or the special state (in this example, the small hit game state). It may be the length of the period to be used, or it may be the total length of these periods.

When the length of the period controlled to the advantageous state (for example, the jackpot game state) is used as the "length of the period controlled to the special state", the length of the period from the fanfare to the ending of the jackpot game is used. Alternatively, the length of the period of only the round game during the big hit game may be used. In this case, for example, the longer the period from the fanfare to the ending of the big hit game, the higher the prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed. Further, for example, in the case of a big hit with a small number of rounds during the big hit game, the prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed at a higher rate than the big hit with a large number of rounds.

Further, for example, as "the length of the period controlled by the special state", the number of small hits generated during the high probability / second KT state and the number of executions of the variation display executed during the high probability / second KT state are used. Depending on the situation, the prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed. In this case, for example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed at a higher rate as the number of small hits increases, or the prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed at a higher rate as the number of executions of the variable display increases. .. Further, for example, the prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed at a high rate at the timing when the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH) ends, and various as "the length of the period controlled by the special state". Is conceivable.

Generally, in a game machine, when the number of prize balls reaches a certain number and a display such as "XXXXXX OVER" is displayed, the prize ball number emphasis effect "1000 OVER" shown in this example or It is displayed in units that are limited to some extent, such as displaying in units of 1000 prize balls, such as displaying "2000 OVER". On the other hand, the prize ball number display suggestion effect shown in this example is a timing different from the usual timing when the number of prize balls reaches 456, 555, 666, 2456, 2555, 2666. Since it is executed in, it is possible to expect a high setting while giving a sense of discomfort to the timing of the prize ball number display suggestion effect, and it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display, it is possible to control the advantageous state (for example, the big hit game state). Further, when a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) different from the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display, it is possible to control the special state (for example, the small hit game state). Further, the display result of the variable display is determined by using the determination value for determining the display result of the variable display (for example, the determination value for the big hit determination and the determination value for the small hit determination). In addition, the judgment values include a specific judgment value (for example, a judgment value for jackpot judgment) for deciding to derive and display a specific display result as a variable display display result, and a special display result as a variable display display result. Is included as a special determination value (for example, a determination value for small hit determination) for determining to derive and display. Further, it is possible to set to any one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values "1" to "6") in which the number of specific determination values is different. Further, the number of special determination values is the same regardless of the set value (see FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Therefore, appropriate playability can be realized.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to execute a setting suggestion effect in response to the control to the special state (for example, a small hit occurs during the high probability / second KT state and the game ball wins the special winning opening. Based on what you have done, it is possible to perform a suggestion effect at the time of a small hit prize and a suggestion effect of displaying the number of prize balls). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect in relation to the control to the special state.

In this example, the setting suggestion effect (in this example, the small hit winning suggestion effect and the prize ball number display suggestion effect) is executed based on the game ball winning the special prize opening. , Not limited to such aspects. For example, the setting suggestion effect may be executed at the start of the small hit game during the small hit fluctuation or when the special variable winning ball device 17 is controlled to the open state. Further, for example, the setting suggestion effect may be executed by changing the small hit notification mode when a small hit occurs. In this way, any form may be used as long as the setting suggestion effect is executed in response to the control of the small hit.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the variable means (for example, the special variable winning ball device 7 and the special variable winning ball device 17) are played when the game is controlled to the advantageous state and when the special state is controlled. The medium (for example, a game ball) can be controlled into an easy-to-enter state (for example, an open state) and a difficult-to-enter or impossible-entry non-easy state (for example, a closed state). Further, it is possible to execute the setting suggestion effect in response to the variable means being controlled to the easy-to-enter state (for example, the special variable winning ball device 7 and the special variable winning ball device 17 are opened, which is large. Based on the fact that a game ball has been won in the winning opening or the special winning opening, it is possible to execute a suggestion effect at the time of a small hit prize or a suggestion effect of displaying the number of prize balls). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect in relation to the control of the variable means.

In this example, when the setting suggestion effect (in this example, the small hit prize suggestion effect and the prize ball number display suggestion effect) is executed based on the game ball winning in the large prize opening or the special prize opening. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, when the special variable winning ball device 7 or the special variable winning ball device 17 is controlled to be in the open state and the opening effect is executed, the setting suggestion effect is executed by changing the effect mode of the opening effect. It may be configured as follows. In this way, the setting suggestion effect may be executed in response to the fact that the variable means is controlled to be in an easy-to-enter state in some form.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, when the control of the game state is switched (for example, at the start or end of the big hit game, when shifting from the low probability / first KT state to the normal state (low probability / low base state). ), The setting suggestion effect can be executed (for example, the display mode (for example, display color) of the right-handed display is changed in step 052IWS624). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect in relation to the switching of the control of the gaming state.

In this example, "when the control of the game state is switched" is set at the start or end of the jackpot game, or when shifting from the low probability / first KT state to the normal state (low probability / low base state). Although the case where the suggestion effect is configured to be feasible is shown, it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the production period when shifting to the big hit game during the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH), or shifting from the big hit game to the high base state (high probability / first KT state or low probability / first KT state). The setting suggestion effect may be configured to be feasible during the effect period. Further, for example, a gaming machine configured to shift to a high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH) based on executing a predetermined number of fluctuation displays during a high base state or a predetermined number of small hits. In the effect period when shifting from the high base state to the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH), the setting suggestion effect may be configured to be executable, and various as "when the control of the game state is switched". Is conceivable.

Further, in this example, the case where the setting suggestion effect is executed by changing the display mode of the right-handed display or the left-handed display is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. For example, the setting suggestion effect may be executed by changing the effect of the fanfare effect at the start of the big hit and the effect of the ending effect at the end of the big hit, and various modes can be considered.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, according to the number of times of control to the special state in the special state, the total game value given by the special state in the special state, or the number of times of executing the variable display in the special state. It is possible to execute the setting suggestion effect with different selection ratios (for example, prizes with different selection ratios depending on the number of prize balls reaching 456, 555, 666, 2456, 2555, or 2666. The ball number display suggestion effects A to F are executed, or, for example, according to the number of small hits generated during the high probability / second KT state and the number of executions of the variation display executed during the high probability / second KT state. , The prize ball number display suggestion effects A to F may be executed at different selection ratios.) Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect in relation to the number of times of control to the special state, the total number of game values, or the number of times of executing the variable display.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, as special states, an advantageous special state (for example, a second KT state) and a disadvantageous special state (for example, a first KT state) that is disadvantageous to the player as compared with the advantageous special state. Can be controlled. Further, it is possible to execute the setting suggestion effect by different selection ratios when the game medium passes through the specific area during the advantageous special state and when the game medium passes through the specific area during the disadvantageous special state (for example). Only when a small hit is made and a game ball wins in the special winning opening during the second KT state, the small hit winning suggestion effect and the prize ball number display suggestion effect can be executed). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the setting suggestion effect in relation to the type of special state.

In this example, the case where the small hit winning suggestion effect and the prize ball number display suggestion effect can be executed only when the game ball wins in the special winning opening during the second KT state is shown. It is not limited to any aspect. For example, even if a game ball wins in the special winning opening during the 1st KT state, a suggestion effect at the time of a small hit prize or a suggestion effect for displaying the number of prize balls can be executed, and the game ball in the special winning opening during the 2nd KT state. It is now possible to execute the small hit winning suggestion effect and the prize ball number display suggestion effect at different rates depending on whether the prize is won or the game ball is won in the special winning opening during the 1st KT state. It may be configured. Further, for example, even when an irregular game ball is won in the special winning opening during the non-KT state, a small hit winning suggestion effect or a prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed. ..

In the case of the above configuration, if a prize is awarded to the special winning opening in the 1st KT state (high base state) or an irregular winning occurs, or if a winning is generated in the special winning opening during the 2nd KT state. In comparison with, a small hit winning suggestion effect or a prize ball number display suggestion effect may be executed at a high rate, or a small hit winning suggestion effect or a prize ball number display suggestion effect may be performed. It may be configured to run.

In this feature unit 052IW, the value of the prize ball counter and the number of prize balls are displayed during the big hit game based on the 10R probability variation jackpot, the 6R probability variation jackpot, and the 6R normal jackpot and during the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH). Is updated, and the value of the prize ball counter is not updated during the jackpot game based on the 2R probability variation hit and the 2R normal jackpot and during the high base state (high probability / 1st KT state, low probability / 1st KT state). (The prize ball counter is not reset), and in principle, the prize ball number display is hidden, and in the low probability / 1st KT state, 50 fluctuation displays are completed and the normal state (low probability / low base state) is restored. The case where the value of the prize ball counter is controlled to be reset at the time of transition is shown, but it is not limited to such a mode. The value of the prize ball counter may be updated even during the big hit game based on the 2R probability variation big hit or the 2R normal big hit.

In this example, by configuring as described above, for example, the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH) is terminated and the high base state (high probability / first KT state, low probability / first KT) is completed. If a 10R probability variation jackpot or a 2R probability variation jackpot occurs during the high base state and then shifts to the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH) again, the prize during the previous small hit RUSH. With the number of balls inherited, the value of the prize ball counter can be updated and the prize ball number display can be displayed.

Further, not limited to the mode of displaying the number of prize balls as shown in this example, for example, when a 10R probability variation big hit occurs and the high probability / second KT state (small hit RUSH) is entered, the high probability / second KT state (Small hit RUSH) may be set as one section and the big hit game immediately before the section may be set as one section, and the total number of prize balls in the section may be totaled and the total value may be displayed. Further, for example, the setting suggestion effect suggesting the current set value may be executed by changing the display mode (display color in this example) of the aggregated value.

In addition, in this feature unit 052IW, as a "setting suggestion effect", a small hit winning suggestion effect or a prize ball number display suggestion effect is performed in a manner in which the current set value suggests one of the set values "1" to "6". Has been shown, but is not limited to such a mode. For example, instead of suggesting the current set value, the setting suggestion effect may be executed in a manner of suggesting whether or not the setting change has been made to change the set value when the power is turned on to the game machine. Good. As such, the "setting suggestion effect" may be any form of suggestion regarding the setting.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and the variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol) can be executed in parallel. , When a specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed as a variable display display result, it is possible to control an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player, and the variable display display result is special. When the display result (for example, a small hit symbol) is derived and displayed, it is possible to control a special state (for example, a small hit game state) different from the advantageous state. Further, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol), and the one in which the first specific display result is derived and displayed is better. It is more advantageous for the player than the second specific display result is derived and displayed (for example, it is controlled to a probabilistic state after the big hit game is completed). Further, while the variable display of one of the first identification information and the second identification information is the variable display corresponding to the first specific display result, the special display result is displayed in the variable display of the other identification information. The display result of the variable display of one of the identification information is not derived and displayed (for example, the update of the first fluctuation time timer or the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the first special symbol or the first special symbol or the first 2 The variable display of the special symbol is continuously executed). Further, during execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of one of the first identification information and the second identification information, the special display result in the variable display of the other identification information. Based on the derivation display, the variable display of the identification information of one of them is derived and displayed with a predetermined display result (for example, an outlier symbol) (for example, the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is an outlier symbol). Forcibly stopped and displayed). Therefore, it is possible to realize control in consideration of the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display.

Specifically, when the variable display corresponding to the remaining hold of one of the identification information results in a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot) even though the transition to the second KT state (small hit RUSH) or probability variation state has occurred. The second KT state (small hit RUSH) or the probabilistic change state will end immediately, and there is a risk that the interest in the game will decline. On the other hand, if the variable display corresponding to the remaining hold of the identification information on one side is forcibly forcibly removed and the symbol is stopped and displayed (forced off), even the variable display that is a probable change jackpot will be forcibly removed. As a result, the game value given to the player in the advantageous state (big hit game state) is reduced, which is not preferable. Therefore, in this feature unit 052IW, while the fluctuation display that is a normal jackpot (non-probability variation jackpot) is forcibly removed, the fluctuation display that is a probability variation jackpot is extended (interruption of measurement of fluctuation time). , While suppressing the decrease in the game value given to the player, it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

In this example, as an aspect of "not stopping the variable display of one of the identification information", the update of the first variable time timer or the second variable time timer is interrupted, and the variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is performed. Has been shown, but is not limited to such a mode. For example, the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is interrupted (paused), and the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol that was interrupted after the end of the small hit game is resumed. You may. Anything that does not completely stop the variable display in some form is sufficient.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to control a special state (for example, a second KT state) in which a game value (for example, a prize ball) due to the special state is easily given. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest in the game by providing a situation in which the game value is easily given by the special state.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change)) that is different from the advantageous state and is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state as compared with a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The state)) can be controlled. Further, the first specific display result is controlled to a specific state based on the derivation display (for example, the probability change state is controlled after the end of the big hit game based on the probability change big hit), and the second specific display result is derived and displayed. Based on this, it is controlled to a non-specific state (for example, it is not controlled to a probabilistic state after the end of a big hit game based on a normal big hit). Therefore, it is possible to realize control considering whether or not it is controlled to a specific state.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change)) that is different from the advantageous state and is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state as compared with a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The state)) can be controlled. Further, it is possible to control the specific state based on the passage of the game medium (for example, the game ball) through the specific region (for example, V region 052IW104) while being controlled to the advantageous state. Then, when the first specific display result is derived and displayed, the game medium passes through the specific area at a higher rate when the second specific display result is derived and displayed, as compared with the case where the second specific display result is derived and displayed. (See Fig. 10-11). Therefore, it is possible to realize control in consideration of whether or not the game medium easily passes through the specific area.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the special display result can be derived and displayed regardless of whether the variable display of the first identification information is executed or the variable display of the second identification information is executed (). See FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Further, the first identification is based on the fact that the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the second identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of the first identification information. The variable display of information is derived and displayed with a predetermined display result (see FIG. 10-67 (B)). Further, when the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the first identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result in the variable display of the second identification information, the second identification information is displayed. Control is not performed to derive and display the variable display of the above with a predetermined display result (see FIG. 10-67 (E)). Therefore, in addition to the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, it is possible to realize the control considering whether the first identification information is the variable display or the second identification information is the variable display.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change)) that is different from the advantageous state and is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state as compared with a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The state)) can be controlled. Further, the variable display executing means is a variable display of one of the first identification information and the second identification information when controlled to a specific state, and is a variable display corresponding to the second specific display result. Based on the derivation display of the special display result in the variable display of the other identification information during the execution of, the variable display of the one identification information is derived and displayed with the predetermined display result (FIGS. 10-68 and 10-). 69). Further, when controlled to the non-specific state, during execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of one of the first identification information and the second identification information, When the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the other identification information, the control for deriving and displaying the variable display of the other identification information with the predetermined display result is not performed (see FIGS. 10-68 and 10-69). ). Therefore, in addition to the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, it is possible to realize the control in consideration of whether or not the control is performed in a specific state.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) is based on the fact that the game medium (for example, the game ball) has entered the first start area (for example, the first start winning opening). ) Can be variably displayed, and the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol) is variably displayed based on the entry of the game medium into the second starting area (for example, the second starting winning opening). It is possible. Further, a variable means (for example, a special variable prize) that can be changed into a first state in which the game medium can enter (for example, an open state) and a second state in which the game medium cannot enter or cannot enter (for example, a closed state). A ball device 17) is provided. Further, after the variable display of either the first identification information or the second identification information is executed, an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot gaming state) and a special state having a lower advantage than the advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) For example, it can be controlled to either the small hit game state), and the variable means is controlled to the first state when it is controlled to the special state. Further, the first start area is provided so that the game medium moving on a predetermined path (for example, the left area of the game area) can enter the movement path in which the game medium can move, and the variable means is out of the movement path. A game medium that moves on a specific route (for example, the area to the right of the game area) is provided so as to be accessible. Further, it is possible to execute a specific notification (for example, a right-handed notification shown in FIGS. 10-56 (1) and (2)) for promoting the launch of the game medium to the specific route, and the first identification information is variably displayed. When the special state is controlled after the execution of, the specific notification is not executed (see, for example, FIG. 10-56 (3)). Therefore, it is possible to appropriately notify the promotion of the launch of the game medium.

Specifically, as shown in the feature unit 052IW, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol can be executed in parallel, and the small hit type on the first special symbol side can be executed. It is configured so that the winning ratio (advantage) to the special winning opening is lower than the small hit type on the 2nd special symbol side, and when the small hit is made in the variable display of the 1st special symbol, the 2nd special When the variable display of the symbol is forcibly removed and stopped, if the right-handed notification is executed for the small hit on the side of the first special symbol with a low winning rate (advantage), it is practically Although it is almost impossible to expect a prize in the special winning opening, the player wastes the game ball, and on the contrary, a disadvantageous launch promotion notification is given, which is not preferable. Therefore, in this example, the right-handed notification is executed for the small hit on the second special symbol side, while the right-handed notification is not executed for the small hit on the first special symbol side. , It is possible to suppress the occurrence of disadvantages due to the player's wasteful hitting, and it is possible to realize appropriate notification.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the first reserved storage means (for example, the first reserved storage buffer) capable of storing the information regarding the variable display of the first identification information as the reserved storage and the variable display of the second identification information The information is provided as a second hold storage means (for example, a second hold storage buffer) that can be stored as hold storage. Further, when the specific display result (for example, the jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the first identification information or the display result of the variable display of the second identification information, the advantageous state (for example, the jackpot game state) is set. It is controllable, and when a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display of the first identification information or a display result of the variable display of the second identification information, a special state (for example, a small hit symbol) is displayed. It is possible to control the small hit game state). Further, it is possible to control to a special state (for example, a KT state) in which the frequency at which the display result of the variable display of the second identification information becomes the special display result is increased. Further, based on the fact that the special display result is derived and displayed as the display result of one of the variable displays when the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information are executed in parallel. As the display result of the other variable display, a predetermined display result (for example, an outlier symbol) different from the specific display result and the special display result is derived and displayed. Therefore, the variable display can be forcibly terminated, and the reserved memory can be smoothly digested.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, a predetermined value can be given when the special state is controlled (for example, 10 prize balls are paid out based on the winning of the game ball to the special winning opening). It is possible to give a value higher than a predetermined value when controlled to an advantageous state (for example, 15 prize balls are paid out based on the winning of a game ball to the big winning opening). Further, as the specific notification, the first specific notification (for example, the right-handed display 26 and the right-handed notification LED 37 shown in FIGS. 10-56 (1) and (2) are lit) and the first specific notification are more visible than the first specific notification. It is possible to execute a highly likely second specific notification (for example, the right-handed display 052IW007 displayed in FIG. 10-56 (1)). When controlled to an advantageous state, the first specific notification and the second specific notification are executed (see FIG. 10-56 (1)), and after the variable display of the second identification information is executed, the special state is controlled. At that time, the first specific notification is executed and the second specific notification is not executed (see FIG. 10-56 (2)). Therefore, it is possible to realize the notification corresponding to the value that can be given.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to control a plurality of types of special states (for example, small hits A to C). Further, when the variable display of the first identification information is executed and then controlled to the special state, a higher ratio is more advantageous than when the variable display of the second identification information is executed and then controlled to the special state. It is controlled to a special state of a low degree (for example, small hit A). Further, when the variable display of the second identification information is executed and then the special state is controlled, the specific notification is executed (see FIGS. 10-56 (2) and (3)). Therefore, it is possible to realize appropriate notification in consideration of the player's advantage.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to execute a variable display effect (for example, variable display of a decorative pattern) at least corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information. In addition, it is possible to execute a variable display effect of a common mode when it is controlled to a special state and when it is not controlled to a special state (for example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed and a small hit is obtained. , Forcibly stop and display the non-reach off symbol). Therefore, it is possible to reduce the player's recognition of being controlled to a special state after the variable display of the first identification information is executed. In addition, the reserved memory stored by the second reserved storage means can be smoothly digested.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, a delay means for delaying the movement of the game medium (for example, a regulation piece provided in the variable winning ball device 6B) is provided on the upstream side of the variable means in the specific route. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the second identification information from being targeted at the timing when the control to the special state is executed after the variable display of the second identification information is executed at the normal time. Therefore, it is possible to strengthen the capture measures against the game machine.

The delay means is not limited to the mode shown in this example. For example, a passage member for moving the game ball so as to meander left and right is provided as a delay means on the upstream side of the variable winning ball device 6B and the special variable winning ball device 17 provided on the right side of the game area. You may.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the effect is produced based on the game control means for controlling the progress of the game (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103)) and the information from the game control means. It includes an effect control means for controlling (for example, an effect control CPU 120). Further, the game control means controls the execution of the notification by the notification means (for example, the right-handed display 26) that performs a predetermined notification. Further, the effect control means executes a specific notification (for example, lighting of the right-handed notification LED 37) in response to the notification by the notification means. Therefore, it is possible to realize appropriate notification while reducing the processing load of the effect control means.

In this example, right-handed notification is executed during the jackpot game regardless of whether the variable display of the first special symbol is executed or the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. Cases are shown, but not limited to such aspects. For example, a special variable winning ball device (left large winning opening) is provided on the left side of the game area, and a special variable winning ball device (right large winning opening) is also provided on the right side of the game area. If a big hit is made by the variable display of the symbol, the left big winning opening is opened during the big hit game, and if a big hit is made by the variable display of the second special symbol, the right big winning opening is opened during the big hit game. When applied to a game machine configured as described above, if a big hit occurs in the variable display of the second special symbol, a right-handed notification is executed during the big hit game, while the variable display of the first special symbol is used. If a big hit occurs, the right-handed notification may not be executed during the big hit game. Further, in the case of such a configuration, if a jackpot is obtained in the variable display of the first special symbol, the left-handed notification may be executed during the jackpot game. That is, the specific notification executing means may be configured to execute the specific notification when the variable means (in this example, the right-handed winning opening) is controlled to an advantageous state of the type to be controlled. With such a configuration, when a big hit is obtained in the variable display of the first special symbol, a left-handed notification is executed during the big-hit game to prevent the player from accidentally performing a right-handed operation. It is possible to suppress the occurrence of disadvantages for the player.

Further, in this example, since the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) is provided on the right side of the game area, a case where right-handed notification is executed even in the KT state is shown. It is not limited to any aspect. For example, when the second start winning opening is applied to a game machine provided on the left side of the game area, the right-handed notification is not executed during the KT state, the high base state, or the time saving state. May be good.

Further, in this example, in addition to lighting the right-handed display 26 and the right-handed notification LED 37 only during the big hit game, right-handed notification is executed by displaying the right-handed display 052IW007 on the display screen of the image display device 5. However, it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, even in the second KT state (during small hit RUSH), when executing the first variation display after the end of the big hit game, in addition to lighting the right-handed display 26 and the right-handed notification LED 37, The right-handed display 052IW007 may be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 to execute the right-handed notification. Alternatively, in this case, for example, during the ending period at the end of the jackpot game, the right-handed display 052IW007 is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 in addition to the lighting of the right-handed display 26 and the right-handed notification LED 37. May be configured to execute right-handed notification.

Further, in this example, the right-handed display displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 is not limited to the mode shown in this example. For example, in addition to the relatively large size right-handed display 052IW007 as shown in FIG. 10-56 (1), the image display device 5 displays a symbol display (for example, a right-pointing triangular display) indicating right-handed display. May be configured to enable right-handed notification.

Further, the method of small hit control is not limited to the mode shown in this example. For example, a plurality of special variable winning ball devices are provided, and the special variable winning ball device (special winning opening) to be opened is configured to be different depending on the small hit type, and the variable display of the first special symbol indicates a small hit. The selection ratio of the small hit type may be different depending on whether the case is a small hit or a small hit is obtained by the variable display of the second special symbol. In this case, when executing the variable display of the first special symbol, it is easy to select the small hit type (or the small hit type in the open mode with a low winning rate) opened by the special variable winning ball device having a small number of winning balls. , When executing the variable display of the second special symbol, it is easy to select the small hit type (or the small hit type in the open mode with a high winning rate) opened by the special variable winning ball device having a large number of winning balls. It may be configured as.

Further, in this example, when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the second special symbol, a right-handed notification is given during the small hit game (see FIG. 10-56 (2)), and the variation display of the first special symbol is performed. In the case where a small hit occurs, the right-handed notification is not performed during the small hit game (see FIG. 10-56 (3)), but when a small hit occurs in the variation display of the second special symbol. May be configured so that right-handed notification may not be performed. For example, if a small hit occurs when the second special symbol variation display is executed in a situation where a left-handed operation should be performed in a normal state, the right-handed notification is not performed during the small hit game. You may.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a variable display display result, it is possible to control an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player. Is. Further, when a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) different from the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display, it is possible to control the special state (for example, the small hit game state) different from the advantageous state. Is. Further, the display result of the variable display is determined by using the determination value for determining the display result of the variable display (for example, the determination value for the big hit determination and the determination value for the small hit determination). Further, it is possible to control a non-specific state (for example, a non-probable change state) and a specific state (for example, a probable change state) that is more likely to be controlled in an advantageous state than the non-specific state. In addition, the judgment values include a specific judgment value (for example, a judgment value for jackpot judgment) for deciding to derive and display a specific display result as a variable display display result, and a special display result as a variable display display result. Is included as a special determination value (for example, a determination value for small hit determination) for determining to derive and display. Further, it is possible to set to any one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values "1" to "6") in which the number of specific determination values is different. Further, the number of special determination values is common regardless of the set value, and is common when controlled to the non-specific state and when controlled to the specific state (FIGS. 10-3 and 10). See -4). Therefore, appropriate playability can be realized.

Specifically, if the lottery probability other than the jackpot winning probability and the type distribution change depending on the set value, the difference in the degree of advantage (difference in ball ejection performance) becomes too remarkable depending on the set value, and the gambling may become excessively high. There is. Therefore, in this feature unit 052IW, by making the number of special judgment values common regardless of the set value (the small hit winning probability is common), it is possible to prevent the difference in the degree of advantage from becoming excessively large depending on the set value. However, it prevents the gambling from becoming excessively high.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information can be executed in parallel (for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol). Can be executed in parallel). Further, it is possible to control the display result of the variable display of the second identification information to a special state (for example, KT state) in which the frequency of becoming a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) is increased. Therefore, it is possible to realize appropriate game playability in a game machine that can be controlled to a special state.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, as special states, there are a first special state (for example, a first KT state) and a second special state (for example, a second KT state) having a higher advantage than the first special state. It is controllable. Therefore, it is possible to realize appropriate game playability in the game machine that can be controlled to the second special state.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to execute a special suggestion effect (for example, a small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect shown in FIGS. 10-55) corresponding to the advantage of the special state. Therefore, by suggesting the advantage of the special state, it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, a predetermined display result (for example, a missed symbol) different from the specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) and the special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) is derived as the display result of the variable display. When the variable display to be displayed is executed, the set value suggestion effect suggesting the set value (for example, the set value suggestion effect shown in FIGS. 10-54) can be executed. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest in the game by executing the set value suggestion effect.

In this example, the case where the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect and the set value suggestion effect are executed in the variable display that is out of the way is shown, but it is not limited to such an aspect. For example, it may be configured to execute the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect or the set value suggestion effect during the big hit game or the small hit game, and various aspects can be considered.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to control a plurality of types of special states (for example, small hits A to C). Further, the type of the special state is determined by using the special type determination value (for example, the small hit type determination value) for determining the type of the special state. Further, the number of special type determination values is the same regardless of the set value (see FIG. 10-6). Therefore, more appropriate playability can be realized.

Specifically, in this feature unit 052IW, the number of special type determination values is common regardless of the set value (the distribution of small hit types is common), so that the difference in the degree of advantage is excessive depending on the set value. It prevents it from growing and prevents it from becoming excessively gambling.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 10-6, the case where the small hit type allocation is the same regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6" is set is shown. It is not limited to any aspect. For example, the small hit type determination ratio may be different depending on which of the set values "1" to "6", and the advantage may be different depending on the set value.

Further, according to this feature unit 052IW, it is possible to control a plurality of types of advantageous states (for example, 10R probability variation jackpot, 6R probability variation jackpot, 6R normal jackpot, 2R probability variation jackpot, 2R normal jackpot). In addition, the type of advantageous state is determined by using the advantageous type determination value (for example, the jackpot type determination value) for determining the type of advantageous state. Further, the number of advantageous type determination values is the same regardless of the set value (see FIG. 10-5). Therefore, more appropriate playability can be realized.

Specifically, in this feature unit 052IW, the number of advantageous type determination values is common regardless of the set value (the distribution of the jackpot type is common), so that the difference in the degree of advantage is excessively large depending on the set value. It prevents it from becoming excessively high in gambling.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 10-5, the case where the jackpot type allocation is the same regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6" is set is shown. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, the determination ratio of the jackpot type may be different depending on which of the set values "1" to "6", and the advantage may be different depending on the set value.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the variable display mode is determined by using the variable display mode determination value (for example, the variable pattern determination value) for determining the variable display mode. Further, the number of variable display mode determination values is the same regardless of the set value (see FIG. 10-10). Therefore, more appropriate playability can be realized.

Specifically, in the feature unit 052IW, the number of variable display mode determination values is common regardless of the set value (the distribution of the fluctuation pattern is common), so that the difference in the degree of advantage is excessive depending on the set value. It prevents it from growing and prevents it from becoming excessively gambling.

In particular, if the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern differs depending on the set value, the period from one small hit control to the next small hit control will change, and even if the small hit winning probability is common, it is advantageous in factors other than the big hit lottery. It is not preferable because the degree (difference in ball ejection performance) is greatly different, but in this feature unit 052IW, by making the selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern common regardless of the set value, such a problem does not occur. ing.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 10-10, the case where the fluctuation pattern allocation is the same regardless of which of the set values "1" to "6" is set is shown. It is not limited to the aspect. For example, the fluctuation efficiency is set to be different depending on the set value by making the determination ratio of the fluctuation pattern different depending on which of the set values "1" to "6" and providing a difference in the fluctuation time. It may be configured so that the advantage varies depending on the value.

Further, according to the present feature unit 052IW, when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a variable display display result, it is possible to control an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player. Is. Further, when a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) different from the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display, it is possible to control the special state (for example, the small hit game state) different from the advantageous state. Is. Further, the display result of the variable display is determined by using the determination value for determining the display result of the variable display (for example, the determination value for the big hit determination and the determination value for the small hit determination). Further, the judgment values include a specific judgment value (for example, a judgment value for jackpot judgment) for deciding to derive and display a specific display result as a variable display display result, and a special display result as a variable display display result. It is decided that the special judgment value (for example, the judgment value for small hit judgment) for deciding to derive and display the variable display and the predetermined display result different from the specific display result and the special display result as the display result of the variable display. A predetermined determination value (for example, a determination value for determination of loss) is included. Further, it is possible to set to any one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values "1" to "6") in which the number of specific determination values is different. Further, the number of special determination values is the same regardless of the set value (see FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Further, the predetermined determination value is included in the determination values corresponding to all the set values, and the number of the predetermined determination values differs depending on the set values (see FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Therefore, it is possible to increase the difficulty of guessing the set value and improve the interest in the game.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to control a non-specific state (for example, a non-probable change state) and a specific state (for example, a probable change state) which is more likely to be controlled to be more advantageous than the non-specific state. Further, the predetermined determination value is included in the determination value corresponding to the specific state of all the set values (see FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Therefore, it is possible to increase the difficulty of estimating the set value in the specific state.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information can be executed in parallel (for example, the variable display of the first special symbol and the variable display of the second special symbol). It can be executed in parallel with the variable display). Further, the number of special determination values corresponding to the variable display of the second identification information is larger than the number of special determination values corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information, and the second identification information in the specific state can be displayed in a variable manner. The corresponding determination value includes a predetermined determination value (see FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Therefore, it is possible to increase the difficulty of estimating the set value using the display result of the variable display of the second identification information in the specific state.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to control the display result of the variable display of the second identification information to a special state (for example, a KT state) in which the frequency of the special display result is increased. Further, when a variable display that is controlled to a special state and a predetermined display result (for example, an outlier symbol) is derived and displayed is executed, a set value suggestion effect (for example, the setting shown in FIG. 10-54) that suggests a set value is executed. Value suggestion effect) can be executed. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest in the game by executing the set value suggestion effect.

Further, according to the feature unit 052IW, it is possible to perform variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and variable display of the second identification information (for example, the second special symbol). Further, when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display, it is possible to control the advantageous state (for example, the big hit game state) which is advantageous for the player. Further, when a special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) different from the specific display result is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display, it is possible to control the special state (for example, the small hit game state) different from the advantageous state. Is. Further, the display result of the variable display is determined by using the determination value for determining the display result of the variable display (for example, the determination value for the big hit determination and the determination value for the small hit determination). In addition, the judgment values include a specific judgment value (for example, a judgment value for jackpot judgment) for deciding to derive and display a specific display result as a variable display display result, and a special display result as a variable display display result. Is included as a special determination value (for example, a determination value for small hit determination) for determining to derive and display. Further, it is possible to set to any one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values "1" to "6") in which the number of specific determination values is different. Further, among the judgment values corresponding to the variable display of the second identification information, the number of special judgment values is the same regardless of the set value (see FIG. 10-4), and the judgment corresponding to the variable display of the first identification information. The number of special judgment values differs between the value and the judgment value corresponding to the variable display of the second identification information (see FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4). Therefore, it is possible to eliminate the monotony of the game while realizing appropriate game playability.

In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-148127), the display result of the variable display is advantageous with respect to the control of deriving and displaying the variable display of the identification information with the predetermined display result (forced stop). It was not possible to realize control considering the degree. Therefore, for the purpose of providing the feature unit 052IW with a game machine capable of realizing control in consideration of the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, the game machines shown in the following (means A1) to (means A6) are shown below. The characteristic composition of is also disclosed.

(Means A1) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and has a variable display of first identification information (for example, a first special symbol) and a second identification information (for example, a second special symbol). A variable display execution means (for example, a portion for executing steps S25A and S25B in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)) capable of executing the variable display of the symbol) in parallel, and a display of the variable display. As a result, when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed, an advantageous state control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) that can control an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) Specifically, a special state (for example, a portion in which steps S122 to S125 are executed in CPU 103) and a special state (for example, a small hit symbol) different from the advantageous state when the special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) is derived and displayed as the variable display display result. For example, a variable display execution means including a special state control means (for example, a portion for executing steps S126 to S128 in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)) capable of controlling a small hit game state). Is the identification of one of the first identification information and the second identification information based on the fact that the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the other identification information while the variable display of the identification information is being executed. The first control that does not derive and display the display result of the variable display of information (for example, the update of the first fluctuation time timer or the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol continues. (Executed), the second control (for example, the outlier symbol is displayed and stopped (for example, the first special symbol or the first special symbol)) that derives and displays the variable display of one of the identification information with a predetermined display result (for example, the outlier symbol). The variation display of the second special symbol is forcibly stopped and displayed with the missing symbol))), and the first control and the second control are performed according to the display result derived and displayed in the variable display of one of the identification information. (For example, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS1129A, S1130A, S1129B, and S1130B depending on the determination result of steps 052IWS1128A and S1128B. In the first modification, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is based on the determination results of steps 052IWS1127A and S1127B. Therefore, steps 052IWS1129A, S1130A, S1129B, and S1130B are executed. For example, in the second modification, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS1129A, S1130A, S1129B, and S1130B according to the determination results of steps 052IWS1130C and S1130D. ). According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize control in consideration of the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display.

(Means A2) In means A1, a special state control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 100 (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a special state (for example, a second KT state) in which a game value (for example, a prize ball) due to a special state is easily given. Specifically, the CPU 103) may be configured to include a portion for executing step 052IWS2208). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest in the game by providing a situation in which the game value due to the special state is easily given.

(Means A3) In the means A1 or the means A2, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol), and the advantageous state is Specific state control means (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is different and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state as compared with a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state) The game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the portion that executes step 052IWS2206) in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is provided, and the specific state control means controls the specific state based on the derivation display of the first specific display result. (For example, the probability change state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot), and the non-specific state is controlled based on the derivation display of the second specific display result (for example, the end of the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot). It may be configured so that it is not controlled to a probabilistic state later). According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize control in consideration of whether or not it is controlled to a specific state.

(Means A4) In any of means A1 to means A3, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol). , A specific state that is different from the advantageous state and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state than a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). A control means (for example, a portion for executing step 052IWS2206 in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)) is provided, and the specific state control means has a specific area (for example, a portion) when it is controlled in an advantageous state. Based on the passage of the game medium (for example, the game ball) through the V region 052IW104), it is possible to control the game to a specific state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is in step 052IWS2404. (S2405, S2204 to S2206 are executed), when the first specific display result is derived and displayed, the ratio is higher when the second specific display result is controlled to an advantageous state than when the second specific display result is derived and displayed. (As shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), in the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot, the opening period of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is long. On the other hand, in FIG. 10-11 (2), the game medium passes through the specific region. As shown in the above, in a big hit game based on a normal big hit, the opening period of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 may be extremely short.) According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize control in consideration of whether or not the game medium easily passes through the specific area.

(Means A5) In any of means A1 to means A4, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol). , The derivation display of the first specific display result has a higher advantage for the player than the derivation display of the second specific display result (for example, the probability change state is controlled after the jackpot game ends). The variable display executing means can derive and display the special display result regardless of whether the variable display of the first identification information is executed or the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, game control). The microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS64A and S64B. See FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4), which is a variable display of the first identification information and a second specific display result. While the variable display corresponding to is being executed, the variable display of the first identification information is derived and displayed with a predetermined display result based on the derivation display of the special display result in the variable display of the second identification information (for example, a modified example). In 3, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS1129A and S1130A when N in step 052IWS1128A. See FIG. 10-67 (B)), and the second identification information is variable. If the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the first identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, the variable display of the second identification information is displayed with the predetermined display result. Control for derivation and display is not performed (for example, in the modification 3, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) does not perform the processing of steps 052IWS1126B to S1128B. FIGS. 10-66 and 10-67. (E) may be configured as follows. According to such a configuration, in addition to the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, it is possible to realize the control considering whether the first identification information is the variable display or the second identification information is the variable display.

(Means A6) In any of the means A1 to the means A5, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol). , The derivation display of the first specific display result has a higher advantage for the player than the derivation display of the second specific display result (for example, the probability change state is controlled after the jackpot game ends). Specific state control that is different from the advantageous state and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state than a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The variable display executing means includes means (for example, a portion for executing step 052IWS2206 in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)), and the variable display executing means provides the first identification information and the first identification information when controlled to a specific state. Based on the fact that the special display result was derived and displayed in the variable display of the other identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of one of the second identification information. Then, the variable display of the one identification information is derived and displayed with a predetermined display result (for example, in the modification 4, when the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is Y in steps 052IWS1131A and S1131B. Step 052 IWS1129A, S1130A is executed. See FIGS. 10-68 and 10-69), the identification information of one of the first identification information and the second identification information is variable when controlled to the non-specific state. If the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the other identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, the variable display of the one identification information is displayed as the predetermined display result. (For example, in the modification 4, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) does not shift to steps 052IWS1129A and S1129B when N in steps 052IWS1131A and S1131B. -68, see FIG. 10-69.). According to such a configuration, in addition to the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, it is possible to realize the control in consideration of whether or not the control is performed in a specific state.

In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2017-148127), the display result of the variable display is advantageous with respect to the control of deriving and displaying the variable display of the identification information with the predetermined display result (forced stop). It was not possible to realize control considering the degree. Therefore, for the purpose of providing the feature unit 052IW with a game machine capable of realizing control in consideration of the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, the game machines shown in the following (means B1) to (means B6) are shown below. The characteristic composition of is also disclosed.

(Means B1) The gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine capable of playing a game, and has a variable display of first identification information (for example, a first special symbol) and a second identification information (for example, a second special symbol). A variable display execution means (for example, a portion for executing steps S25A and S25B in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)) capable of executing the variable display of the symbol) in parallel, and a display of the variable display. As a result, when a specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol) is derived and displayed, an advantageous state control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) Specifically, a special state (for example, a portion in which steps S122 to S125 are executed in CPU103) and a special state (for example, a small hit symbol) different from the advantageous state when the special display result (for example, a small hit symbol) is derived and displayed as the variable display display result. For example, a variable display execution means including a special state control means (for example, a portion for executing steps S126 to S128 in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)) capable of controlling a small hit game state). Can derive and display the special display result regardless of whether the variable display of the first identification information is executed or the variable display of the second identification information is executed (for example, the game control microcomputer 100). (Specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS64A and S64B. See FIGS. 10-3 and 10-4.), Variable display of one of the first identification information and the second identification information. The first control (for example, the first fluctuation time) in which the display result of the variable display of the one identification information is not derived and displayed based on the derivation display of the special display result in the variable display of the other identification information during the execution of The update of the timer or the second fluctuation time timer is interrupted, and the fluctuation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is continuously executed), and the variable display of the identification information of one of them is displayed as a predetermined display result (for example,). The second control (for example, the out-of-order symbol is displayed and stopped (for example, the variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol is forcibly stopped and displayed in the out-of-order symbol)) is performed. It is feasible, and which of the first control and the second control is executed differs depending on the display result derived and displayed in the variable display of one of the identification information (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically). CPU103) is step 052 Step 052 IWS1129A, S1130A, S1129B, S1130B are executed according to the determination result of IWS1128A and S1128B. For example, in the first modification, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS1129A, S1130A, S1129B, and S1130B according to the determination results of steps 052IWS1127A and S1127B. For example, in the second modification, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) executes steps 052IWS1129A, S1130A, S1129B, and S1130B according to the determination results of steps 052IWS1130C and S1130D. ). According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize control in consideration of the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display.

(Means B2) In means B1, a special state control means (for example, a game control microcomputer 100 (for example, a game control microcomputer 100) that can be controlled to a special state (for example, a second KT state) in which a game value (for example, a prize ball) due to a special state is easily given. Specifically, the CPU 103) may be configured to include a portion for executing step 052IWS2208). According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest in the game by providing a situation in which the game value due to the special state is easily given.

(Means B3) In the means B1 or the means B2, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol), and the advantageous state is Specific state control means (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is different and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state as compared with a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the portion that executes step 052IWS2206) in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is provided, and the specific state control means controls the specific state based on the derivation display of the first specific display result. (For example, the probability change state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot), and the non-specific state is controlled based on the derivation display of the second specific display result (for example, the end of the jackpot game based on the normal jackpot). It may be configured so that it is not controlled to a probabilistic state later). According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize control in consideration of whether or not it is controlled to a specific state.

(Means B4) In any of the means B1 to the means B3, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol). , A specific state that is different from the advantageous state and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state than a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The specific state control means includes a control means (for example, a portion for executing step 052IWS2206 in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)), and the specific state control means has a specific area (for example, for example) when it is controlled in an advantageous state. Based on the passage of the game medium (for example, a game ball) through the V region 052IW104), it is possible to control the game to a specific state (for example, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103) is in step 052IWS2404. (S2405, S2204 to S2206 are executed), when the first specific display result is derived and displayed, the ratio is higher when the second specific display result is controlled to an advantageous state than when the second specific display result is derived and displayed. (As shown in FIG. 10-11 (1), in the jackpot game based on the probability variation jackpot, the opening period of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 is long. On the other hand, in FIG. 10-11 (2). As shown in the above, in a big hit game based on a normal big hit, the opening period of the V region opening / closing plate 052IW101 may be extremely short.) According to such a configuration, it is possible to realize control in consideration of whether or not the game medium easily passes through the specific area.

(Means B5) In any of means B1 to means B4, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol). , The derivation display of the first specific display result has a higher advantage for the player than the derivation display of the second specific display result (for example, the probability change state is controlled after the jackpot game ends). The variable display executing means is based on the fact that the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the second identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of the first identification information. , The variable display of the first identification information is derived and displayed with a predetermined display result (for example, in the modification 3, when the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is N in step 052IWS1128A, steps 052IWS1129A, S1130A. (See FIG. 10-67 (B).), The special display in the variable display of the first identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of the second identification information. When the result is derived and displayed, the control for deriving and displaying the variable display of the second identification information with the predetermined display result is not performed (for example, in the modification 3, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)). Does not perform the processing of steps 052IWS1126B to S1128B. See FIGS. 10-66 and 10-67 (E).). According to such a configuration, in addition to the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, it is possible to realize the control considering whether the first identification information is the variable display or the second identification information is the variable display.

(Means B6) In any one of means B1 to means B5, the specific display result includes a first specific display result (for example, a probability variation jackpot symbol) and a second specific display result (for example, a normal jackpot symbol). , The derivation display of the first specific display result has a higher advantage for the player than the derivation display of the second specific display result (for example, it is controlled to the probabilistic state after the jackpot game ends). Specific state control that is different from the advantageous state and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a high probability state (probability change state)) that is more likely to be controlled to an advantageous state than a non-specific state (for example, a low probability state). The variable display executing means includes means (for example, a portion for executing step 052IWS2206 in the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, CPU 103)), and the variable display executing means provides the first identification information and when controlled to a specific state. Based on the fact that the special display result was derived and displayed in the variable display of the other identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, which is the variable display of one of the second identification information. Then, the variable display of the one identification information is derived and displayed as a predetermined display result (for example, in the modification 4, when the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) is Y in steps 052IWS1131A and S1131B. Step 052 IWS1129A, S1130A is executed. See FIGS. 10-68 and 10-69), the identification information of one of the first identification information and the second identification information is variable when controlled to the non-specific state. If the special display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the other identification information during the execution of the variable display corresponding to the second specific display result, the variable display of the one identification information is displayed as the predetermined display result. (For example, in the modification 4, the game control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the CPU 103) does not shift to steps 052IWS1129A and S1129B when N in steps 052IWS1131A and S1131B. -68, see FIG. 10-69.). According to such a configuration, in addition to the degree of advantage of the display result of the variable display, it is possible to realize the control in consideration of whether or not the control is performed in a specific state.

The configuration shown by the feature unit 052IW can be appropriately combined with the configuration shown by the feature unit 21TM to form a game machine. For example, a configuration in which the set value shown in the feature unit 21TM can be changed is applied to the feature unit 052IW to enable the set value suggestion effect, or the small hit RUSH continuation suggestion effect can be executed. , Right-handed notification can be executed, over-winning suggestion effect can be executed, small hit winning suggestion effect can be executed, and prize ball number display suggestion effect can be executed. You may do it. Further, for example, a configuration in which the set value indicated by the feature unit 21TM can be changed is applied to the feature unit 052IW, and a small hit occurs in the variation display of the other special symbol while the variation display of one special symbol is being executed. In that case, the variation display of one of the special symbols may be forcibly stopped and displayed or the variation display may be continued with the symbol.

Further, when the configuration shown in the feature unit 021TM is applied, as shown in FIG. 9-5, the setting value may be suggested by changing the mode of the ending effect. In this case, for example, in the ending effect, a mode transition notification including a small hit RUSH or a chance mode may be executed, a card forgetting prevention notification such as a prepaid card may be executed, or a maker logo display may be displayed. It is configured to suggest the set value by configuring and changing the mode transition notification, the card forgetting prevention notification, the display mode of the maker logo display, and the display mode of the image to be displayed at the same time. You may.

(Explanation of feature 16SH)
Next, the game machine related to the feature unit 16SH will be described. The game machine according to the feature unit 16SH is a game machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player based on the fact that the game medium has passed through the specific area after the predetermined condition is satisfied. In this embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 capable of controlling the jackpot game state based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed will be described as an example.

The gaming machine according to the feature unit 16SH includes setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this implementation, in the setting change mode in the power-on processing shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8, the setting value of any of the six stages having different jackpot winning probabilities is set. It includes a configurable CPU 103.

Further, the gaming machine according to the feature unit 16SH includes an effect executing means capable of executing a setting suggestion effect that gives a suggestion regarding the setting means. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment is capable of executing a gate passage waiting suggestion effect that suggests the current set value among the set values of 6 stages of 1 to 6 which are the set values of the jackpot winning probability. A control CPU 120 is provided.

Then, the effect executing means related to the feature unit 16SH can execute the setting suggestion effect during the period from the establishment of the predetermined condition until the game medium passes through the specific area. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment can execute the gate passage waiting suggestion effect during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41.

In addition, the game machine related to the feature unit 16SH can execute a launch notification notifying that the game medium should be launched toward the specific area during the period from the establishment of the predetermined condition until the game medium passes through the specific area. Is. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment launches a game ball aiming at the passing gate 41 during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. It is possible to execute a right-handed notification that prompts the player.

Further, the effect executing means according to the feature unit 16SH gives a suggestion regarding the setting by executing a launch notification in any one of a plurality of types of special modes different from the normal mode as the setting suggestion effect. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment has a special background color of any one of "green", "red", and "rainbow color" different from "white" as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass. The current set value is suggested by suggesting the current set value by executing the right-handed notification of the aspect.

Further, the gaming machine according to the feature unit 16SH can execute the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information in parallel. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment can execute the first special figure game and the second special figure game in parallel.

Further, the gaming machine according to the feature unit 16SH corresponds to the variable display of either the first identification information or the second identification information, and can execute the variable display of the decoration identification information. A display execution means is provided. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment includes a production control CPU 120 capable of executing variable display of decorative symbols in response to any special figure game of the first special figure game and the second special figure game. ..

Further, the effect executing means related to the feature unit 16SH is controlled to an advantageous state based on the variable display in which the variable display of the decoration identification information is executed, and the variable display in which the variable display of the decoration identification information is not executed. It is possible to execute the setting suggestion effect at different ratios depending on the case where the advantageous state is controlled based on. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment is controlled to a jackpot game state based on a special figure game in which variable display of decorative symbols is executed, and a special figure game in which variable display of decorative symbols is not executed. It is possible to execute the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass at different ratios depending on whether the game is controlled to the jackpot game state based on.

Further, the gaming machine according to the feature unit 16SH can be controlled to a plurality of types of advantageous states. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment can be controlled into a jackpot gaming state of a plurality of types of jackpot types.

Further, the effect executing means related to the feature unit 16SH can execute the setting suggestion effect at different ratios depending on the type of the advantageous state. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment can execute the effect of suggesting when waiting for the gate to pass at different rates depending on the type of jackpot in the jackpot game state.

Further, the gaming machine according to the feature unit 16SH has different advantages to the player depending on the type of advantageous state. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state differs depending on the jackpot type.

Further, the effect executing means related to the feature unit 16SH can execute the setting suggestion effect at different ratios according to the advantage of the advantageous state. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment can execute the effect of suggesting when waiting for the gate to pass at different rates according to the number of rounds in the jackpot game state.

Further, the gaming machine related to the feature unit 16SH has a different gaming state after the end of the advantageous state depending on the type of the advantageous state. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state differs depending on the jackpot type.

Further, the effect executing means related to the feature unit 16SH can execute the setting suggestion effect at different ratios according to the gaming state after the end of the advantageous state. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment can execute the effect of waiting for the gate to pass, depending on the game state after the end of the big hit game state.

Further, the gaming machine related to the feature unit 16SH can execute variable display based on the establishment of the start condition. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the first starting condition is satisfied because the game ball that has passed through the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A. Later, the first special figure game can be executed based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous first special figure game or the jackpot game state. Further, in the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, the second starting condition is such that the game ball passing through the second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B. After the above is established, the second special figure game can be executed based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous second special figure game or the jackpot game state.

Further, in the game machine related to the feature unit 16SH, the start condition is not satisfied during the period from the establishment of the predetermined condition to the passage of the game medium through the specific area. In the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, when the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the gate passage waiting process in step 052IWS50A in the first special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 10-17 ( Step 052IWS50A; N), the first start condition is not satisfied, and the first special figure game is not executed. Further, in the pachinko game machine 1 of this embodiment, in step 052IWS50B in the second special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 10-21, the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the gate passage waiting process. In the case (step 052IWS50B; N), the second start condition is not satisfied and the second special figure game is not executed.

(Suggestion effect processing when waiting for the gate to pass)
FIG. 11-1 is a flowchart showing an example of the gate passage waiting suggestion effect processing executed in step S173 in the effect control process process shown in FIG. In the gate passage-waiting suggestion effect processing shown in FIG. 11-1, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not right-handed notification is being executed (step 16SHS1). Here, the effect control CPU 120 launches the game ball aiming at the passing gate 41 during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. Execute right-handed notification to urge the person. In the process of step 16SHS1, for example, a right-handed notification flag that is set to the on state when the right-handed notification is being executed is provided, and a determination is made based on whether or not this right-handed notification flag is in the on state. do it.

When the right-handed notification is not being executed in step 16SHS1 (step 16SHS1; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the gate passage waiting designation command has been received (step 16SHS2). Here, the gate passage waiting designation command is an effect control command that derives and displays the jackpot symbol and specifies that the gate passage waiting period has come to wait for the game ball to pass through the passing gate 41. For example, in the accessory control process process shown in FIG. 6, the CPU 103 produces a gate passage wait designation command when updating the value of the accessory control process flag to “1”, which is a value corresponding to the gate passage wait process. Set the transmission for transmission to the control board 12.

When the gate passage waiting designation command is not received in step 16SHS2 (step 16SHS2; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the gate passage wait suggestion effect processing. In this way, even if the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed notification is not started when the gate passage waiting designation command is not received.

On the other hand, when the gate passage waiting designation command is received in step 16SHS2 (step 16SHS2; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines the presence / absence and type of the gate passage waiting suggestion effect (step 16SHS3). In the process of step 16SHS3, for example, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, which is updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect, is extracted, and the gate prepared in advance in the ROM 121 The presence / absence and type of the suggestion effect when waiting for passage of the gate may be determined by referring to the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for passage.

(Suggestion production decision table when waiting for the gate to pass)
11-2 and 11-3 show a configuration example of the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass. As shown in FIGS. 11-2 and 11-3, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, for example, depending on which of "1" to "6" the current set value of the jackpot winning probability is. , "No suggestion effect when waiting for gate passage", "Suggestion effect when waiting for gate passage A", "Suggestion effect when waiting for gate passage B", "Suggestion effect when waiting for gate passage C" Just do it.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11-2 and 11-3, as the types of the gate passage waiting suggestion effect, "gate pass wait suggestion effect A", "gate passage wait suggestion effect B", "Suggestion effect C when waiting for the gate to pass" is set.

Here, when the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is not executed, the background becomes "white" during the gate waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. Right-handed notification is executed.

On the other hand, when the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is executed, the background is different from "white" during the gate waiting period from when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. A special mode of right-handed notification that becomes a color is executed. For example, when the "suggestion effect A when waiting for the gate to pass" is executed, the background at the time of right-handed notification is displayed in "green". Further, when the "suggestion effect B when waiting for the gate to pass" is executed, the background at the time of right-handed notification is displayed in "red". Further, when the "suggestion effect C when waiting for the gate to pass" is executed, the background at the time of right-handed notification is displayed in "rainbow color".

In the process of step 16SHS3, the effect control CPU 120 confirms the stored contents of the set value storage area of the RAM 122 and specifies the current set value. Then, based on the determination value corresponding to the specified set value, the presence / absence and type of the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is determined.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-2 shows the second special figure game when the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the normal state or in the KT state. This table is referenced when the display result is "big hit".

Here, the effect control CPU 120 executes variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the first special figure game in the normal state, and variablely displays the decorative symbol corresponding to the second special figure game in the KT state. Execute. Therefore, the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the passage of the gate shown in FIG. 11-2 is a table that is referred to when the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit".

According to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 11-2, "gate passage waiting suggestion effect A" is executed regardless of the current set value of the set values "1" to "6". Can be decided. According to such a configuration, when the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit", the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 after the big hit symbol is derived and displayed. When the "gate passage waiting suggestion effect A" is executed and the background at the time of right-handed notification is displayed in "green" during the gate passage waiting period up to, the current set value is the set value "1" to "6". It is not definitely suggested which one.

Further, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 11-2, when the current set value is any of the set values "4" to "6", the "gate passage waiting suggestion effect B" However, if the current set value is any of the set values "1" to "3", it is decided to execute the "gate passage waiting suggestion effect B". I don't get it. According to such a configuration, when the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit", the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 after the big hit symbol is derived and displayed. When "Suggestion effect B when waiting for gate passage" is executed and the background at the time of right-handed notification is displayed in "red" during the gate passage waiting period up to It is definitely suggested that it is one of the above.

Further, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 11-2, when the current set value is the set value "6", it is decided to execute the "gate passage wait suggestion effect C". However, when the current set value is any of "1" to "5", it cannot be determined to execute the "gate passage waiting suggestion effect C". According to such a configuration, when the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit", the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 after the big hit symbol is derived and displayed. When the "gate passage waiting suggestion effect C" is executed and the background at the time of right-handed notification is displayed in "rainbow color" during the gate passage waiting period up to, the current set value is the set value "6". Is definitely suggested.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 refers to a different gate passage wait suggestion effect effect determination table depending on which jackpot type is "big hit". In other words, the effect control CPU 120 refers to different gate passage wait suggestion effect effect determination tables according to the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the game state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the passage of the gate shown in FIG. 11-2 (A) is a table that is referred to when the display result of the second special figure game is "2R normal jackpot" in the KT state. In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-2 (A), the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol becomes "big hit", and the game is in the big hit game state of two rounds. It is a table that is controlled and is referred to when shifting to the low probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the passage of the gate shown in FIG. 11-2 (B) is a table that is referred to when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal jackpot" in the normal state. In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, as shown in FIG. 11-2 (B), the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit", and the game is in the big hit game state of 6 rounds. It is a table that is controlled and is referred to when the state is changed to the low probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-2 (C) is the first when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, or when it is in the KT state. 2 This is a table to be referred to when the display result of the special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot". In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, as shown in FIG. 11-2 (C), the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit", and the game is in the big hit game state of 6 rounds. It is a table that is controlled and is referred to when shifting to the high probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the passage of the gate shown in FIG. 11-2 (D) is a table that is referred to when the display result of the second special figure game is "2R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, as shown in FIG. 11-2 (D), the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol becomes "big hit", and it is in the big hit game state of two rounds. It is a table that is controlled and is referred to when shifting to the high probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the passage of the gate shown in FIG. 11-2 (E) is the first when the display result of the first special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state or in the KT state. 2 This is a table to be referred to when the display result of the special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot". In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-2 (E), the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol becomes "big hit", and the game is in the big hit game state of 10 rounds. It is a table that is controlled and is referred to when shifting to the high probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

Here, as shown in FIGS. 10-29, the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal jackpot" in the normal state, and the display result of the second special figure game in the KT state. In either case of "2R normal jackpot", after the end of the jackpot game state, the game shifts to the low probability / first KT state. Therefore, if the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal big hit" in the normal state, the number of rounds in the big hit game state is large, so that in the KT state, the second special figure game It can be said that the degree of advantage for the player is greater than when the display result is "2R normal jackpot".

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-2 (A) and 11-2 (B), the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal jackpot" in the normal state. In the case of, the decision rate of "Suggestion effect A when waiting for the gate to pass" is lower than in the case where the display result of the second special figure game is "2R normal jackpot" in the KT state, and "Gate The decision ratios of "Suggestion effect B when waiting for passage" and "Suggestion effect C when waiting for passage" are high. According to such a configuration, when the gaming states after the end of the jackpot gaming state are the same, the larger the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state, in other words, the greater the degree of advantage for the player, "big hit". It is definitely suggested that the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6" and that the current set value is the set value "6". easy.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 10-29, the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, and the display result of the second special figure game is in the KT state. In both cases of "6R probability variation jackpot", after the jackpot game state ends, the game shifts to the high probability / first KT state, whereas the display of the first special figure game in the normal state. When the result is "6R normal jackpot", the game shifts to the low probability / first KT state after the jackpot game state ends. Therefore, when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, or when the display result of the second special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. Since it is controlled to a high probability state after the end of the big hit game state, it is more advantageous for the player than the case where the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal big hit" in the normal state. It can be said that the degree is large.

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-2 (B) and 11-2 (C), the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state. If, or if the display result of the 2nd special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state, the display result of the 1st special figure game is "6R normal jackpot" in the normal state. The decision rate of "suggestion effect A when waiting for gate passage" is lower than that of "", and the decision rate of "suggestion effect B when waiting for gate passage" and "suggestion effect C when waiting for gate passage" is higher. .. According to such a configuration, when the number of rounds in the big hit game state is the same, it is more advantageous for the player when the game state after the end of the big hit game state becomes a high probability state. In the case of a "big hit" with a large degree of probability, the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6", and the current set value is the set value "6". Is likely to be definitively suggested.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 10-29, when the display result of the second special figure game is "2R probability variation big hit" in the KT state, the high probability / second KT state is set after the big hit game state ends. On the other hand, the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, and the display result of the second special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. In either case, after the end of the jackpot game state, the game shifts to the high probability / first KT state. Therefore, if the display result of the second special figure game is "2R probability variation big hit" in the KT state, the game ball is easily won in the special winning opening after the big hit game state ends, and the prize ball is obtained. Since it is controlled to the easy second KT state, the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, or the display result of the second special figure game is in the KT state. It can be said that the degree of advantage for the player is greater than in the case of "6R probability variation jackpot".

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-2 (C) and 11-2 (D), the display result of the second special figure game is "2R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. In the case of, the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, or the display result of the second special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. The decision rate of "suggestion effect A when waiting for gate passage" is lower than that of "", and the decision rate of "suggestion effect B when waiting for gate passage" and "suggestion effect C when waiting for gate passage" is higher. .. According to such a configuration, even if the number of rounds in the big hit game state is small, after the end of the big hit game state, the game ball is easily won in the special winning opening and the prize ball is easily obtained in the second KT state. In other words, the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6" in the case of being controlled, in other words, in the case of "big hit" having a greater degree of advantage for the player. It is easy to definitively suggest that the current set value is the set value "6".

Further, as shown in FIGS. 10-29, the display result of the first special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, or the display result of the second special figure game is in the KT state. In both cases of "10R probability variation jackpot" and when the display result of the second special figure game is "2R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state, after the end of the jackpot game state, High probability / transition to the second KT state. Therefore, when the display result of the first special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state, or when the display result of the second special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. Since the number of rounds in the jackpot game state is large, it can be said that the degree of advantage for the player is greater than when the display result of the second special figure game is "2R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. ..

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-2 (D) and 11-2 (E), the display result of the first special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the normal state. If, or if the display result of the 2nd special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state, the display result of the 2nd special figure game is "2R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. The decision rate of "suggestion effect A when waiting for gate passage" is lower than that of "", and the decision rate of "suggestion effect B when waiting for gate passage" and "suggestion effect C when waiting for gate passage" is higher. .. According to such a configuration, when the gaming states after the end of the jackpot gaming state are the same, the larger the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state, in other words, the greater the degree of advantage for the player, "big hit". It is definitely suggested that the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6" and that the current set value is the set value "6". easy.

As described above, in this embodiment, when the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the normal state, or when the display result of the second special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state. In other words, when the display result of the special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative pattern is "big hit", it is "big hit" which is more advantageous for the player. In this case, it is more likely to be definitively suggested that the current set value is any of the set values "4" to "6" and that the current set value is the set value "6".

Here, the effect control CPU 120 derives and displays the jackpot symbol so that the jackpot type can be specified, and derives and displays the jackpot symbol so that the jackpot type cannot be specified, and can specify the jackpot type. In some cases, a big hit production is performed.

Therefore, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed so that the jackpot type can be specified, the jackpot type of "big hit", which has a greater degree of advantage for the player, is currently set as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass. It is possible to increase the expectation that the value is one of the set values "4" to "6" and that the current set value is definitely suggested to be the set value "6".

On the other hand, when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed so that the jackpot type cannot be specified, the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6" as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass. In addition, by definitively suggesting that the current set value is the set value "6", it is possible to raise the expectation that the "big hit" is a big hit type that is highly advantageous to the player. it can.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-3 shows the first special figure game when the display result of the second special figure game is "big hit" in the normal state or in the KT state. This table is referenced when the display result is "big hit".

As described above, the effect control CPU 120 executes the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the first special figure game in the normal state, and changes the decorative symbol corresponding to the second special figure game in the KT state. Perform the display. Therefore, the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the passage of the gate shown in FIG. 11-3 is a table that is referred to when the display result of the special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit".

Refer to the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-3 (A) when the display result of the second special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the normal state is "big hit". It is a table to be played.

According to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIG. 11-3 (A), the gate passage waiting suggestion effect is not executed even if the current set value is any of the set values "1" to "6". It is decided to.

In a game machine configured to be controllable to the KT state, by performing a right-handed operation in the normal state, the first start is started while the second start winning opening, which is easy to start and win, is made to win the start and the second special figure game is played. A strategy method is also possible in which the winning opening is made to start and win a prize to play the first special figure game. However, according to the configuration shown in FIG. 11-3 (A), the decorative pattern is variable in the normal state. Even if the display result of the second special figure game that does not correspond to the display is "big hit", the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is not executed, so the current setting value is suggested by the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass. Then, such a strategy can be prevented from being promoted.

In the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass through shown in FIGS. 11-3 (B) to (D), the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state is "big hit". It is a table that is referred to when

Here, as shown in FIGS. 10-29, when the display result of the first special figure game is a "big hit", the second KT is higher than when the display result of the second special figure game is a "big hit". The rate of transition to the state and the rate of transition to the high probability state are low. Further, as shown in FIG. 10-7, when the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit" in the KT state, the fluctuation time is set to "10 seconds". It has become.

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-2 and 11-3 (B) to 11-3 (D), the display result of the first special figure game is displayed in the KT state. When it becomes a "big hit", the display result of the first special figure game becomes "big hit" in the normal state, or the display result of the second special figure game becomes "big hit" in the KT state. The determination ratio of "suggestion effect A when waiting for gate passage" is lower than that in the case of, and the determination ratio of "suggestion effect B when waiting for gate passage" and "suggestion effect C when waiting for gate passage" is higher.

Therefore, even though the KT state is controlled to be more advantageous for the player than the normal state, if the display result of the first special figure game is a "big hit", the rate of transition to the second KT state or Not only is the rate of transition to the high-probability state low, but the KT state may end in 10 seconds, which may reduce the interest, as shown in FIGS. 11-3 (B) to (D). According to such a configuration, when the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state, the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the normal state. The current setting value is one of the set values "4" to "6", compared to the case where the display result of the second special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state. Since it is easy to definitely suggest that the current setting value is the setting value "6", if the current setting value is a high setting of "4" or more, the motivation to continue the game is motivated. Can be enhanced.

Then, even if the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state, the effect control CPU 120 passes through different gates depending on which big hit type is "big hit". Refer to the waiting time suggestion effect decision table. In other words, the effect control CPU 120 refers to different gate passage wait suggestion effect effect determination tables according to the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the game state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-3 (B) shows the case where the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state is "10R probability variation jackpot". This is the table referenced by. In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, as shown in FIG. 11-3 (B), the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state becomes a "big hit". It is a table referred to when it is controlled to the big hit game state of 10 rounds and shifts to the high probability state after the end of the big hit game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-3 (C) shows the case where the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state is "6R probability variation jackpot". This is the table referenced by. In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, as shown in FIG. 11-3 (C), the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state becomes a "big hit". This table is referred to when the game is controlled to the jackpot game state of 6 rounds and the state is changed to the high probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

The suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass shown in FIG. 11-3 (D) shows the case where the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state is "6R normal jackpot". This is the table referenced by. In other words, in the suggestion effect determination table when waiting for the gate to pass, as shown in FIG. 11-3 (D), the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol in the KT state becomes a "big hit". This table is referred to when the game is controlled to the jackpot game state of 6 rounds and the state is changed to the low probability state after the end of the jackpot game state.

Here, as shown in FIGS. 10-29, when the display result of the first special figure game is "10 normal jackpot", after the end of the jackpot game state, the probability shifts to the high probability / second KT state. On the other hand, when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot", the game shifts to the high probability / first KT state after the jackpot game state ends. Therefore, when the display result of the first special figure game is "10 normal jackpot", after the jackpot game state ends, the game ball is easily won in the special winning opening and the prize ball is easily obtained in the second KT state. Since it is controlled, it can be said that the degree of advantage for the player is greater than when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot".

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-3 (B) and 11-3 (C), the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state. In the case of, the determination rate of "Suggestion effect A when waiting for the gate to pass" is lower than that in the case where the display result of the first special figure game is "10R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state, and "Gate". The decision ratios of "Suggestion effect B when waiting for passage" and "Suggestion effect C when waiting for passage" are high. According to such a configuration, when the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state, the smaller the number of rounds in the big hit game state, in other words, the player. In the case of "big hit", which is less advantageous for the game, the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6", and the current set value is the set value "6". It is easy to definitively suggest that there is.

Further, as shown in FIG. 10-29, when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot", after the jackpot game state ends, the game shifts to the high probability / first KT state. , When the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal jackpot", the probability shifts to the low probability / first KT state after the jackpot game state ends. Therefore, when the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation big hit", the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation big hit" because it is controlled to the high probability state after the end of the big hit game state. It can be said that the degree of advantage for the player is greater than in the case of "6R normal jackpot".

In this embodiment, according to the gate passage waiting suggestion effect determination table shown in FIGS. 11-3 (C) and 11-3 (D), the display result of the first special figure game is "6R normal jackpot" in the KT state. In the case of, the decision rate of "Suggestion effect A when waiting for the gate to pass" is lower than that in the case where the display result of the first special figure game is "6R probability variation jackpot" in the KT state, and "Gate". The decision ratios of "Suggestion effect B when waiting for passage" and "Suggestion effect C when waiting for passage" are high. According to such a configuration, when the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state, it is better to be controlled to the low probability state after the end of the big hit game state. Then, in the case of a "big hit" with a small degree of advantage for the player, the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6", and the current set value is set. It is easy to definitively suggest that the value is "6".

As described above, in this embodiment, when the display result of the first special figure game that does not correspond to the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit" in the KT state, the degree of advantage for the player is small. When it becomes a "big hit", it is definitely confirmed that the current set value is one of the set values "4" to "6" and that the current set value is the set value "6". Easy to suggest.

Therefore, when the display result of the first special figure game is "big hit" in the KT state, the player can derive and display the big hit symbol so that the big hit type can be specified. The smaller the degree of advantage, the smaller the "big hit", the more motivated to continue the game when the current setting value is a high setting of "4" or more.

Returning to the description of FIG. 11-1, after executing the process of step 16SHS3, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the gate passage waiting suggestion effect based on the determination result of step 16SHS2 (step 16SHS4). ).

When the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is not executed in step 16SHS4 (16SHS4; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes the right-handed notification in the normal mode in which the background is “white” (step 16SHS5), and waits for the gate to pass. The time suggestion effect processing ends. In this way, when the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is not executed, the right-handed notification in the normal mode in which the background is "white" is started after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed.

On the other hand, when executing the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass in step 16SHS4 (16SHS4; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 executes a special mode of right-handed notification in which the background is a color different from "white" (step). 16SHS6), the suggestion effect processing when waiting for the gate to pass is completed. In this way, when the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is executed, after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the right-handed notification of a special mode in which the background is a color different from "white" is started.

When the right-handed notification is being executed in step 16SHS1 (step 16SHS1; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the right-handed notification of a special mode is being executed (step 16SHS7). In the process of step 16SHS7, for example, a special mode right-handed notification flag that is set to the on state when executing the special mode right-handed notification is provided, and this special mode right-handed notification flag is turned on. The judgment may be made based on whether or not.

When the right-handed notification of the special mode is not being executed in step 16SHS7 (step 16SHS7; No), that is, when the right-handed notification of the normal mode is being executed, the background of the effect control CPU 120 is "white". The right-handed notification in the normal mode is continuously executed (step 16SHS5), and the suggestion effect processing when waiting for the gate to pass is completed.

On the other hand, when the right-handed notification of the special mode is being executed in step 16SHS7 (step 16SHS7; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the gate passage designation command has been received (step 16SHS8).

When the gate passage designation command is not received in step 16SHS8 (step 16SHS8; No), the effect control CPU 120 continues to execute the right-handed notification of a special mode in which the background is a color different from "white" (step 16SHS8). 16SHS6), the suggestion effect processing when waiting for the gate to pass is completed.

On the other hand, when the gate passage waiting designation command is received in step 16SHS8 (step 16SHS8; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 ends the right-handed notification in the special mode, and the background becomes "white" in the normal mode. Right-handed notification is executed (step 16SHS5). In this way, when the suggestion effect when waiting for the passage of the gate is executed, the right-handed notification in the normal mode is switched to the right-handed notification in the normal mode based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41.

(Example of production operation of suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass)
FIG. 11-4 is a diagram showing an example of an effect operation of the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass in this embodiment.

If neither the stop symbol display flag 1 nor the stop symbol display flag 2 is set in the special symbol hit waiting process shown in FIGS. 10-51, the effect control CPU 120 is as shown in FIG. 11-4 (A). The same decorative symbol temporarily stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" of the image display device 5 is confirmed and displayed.

Here, the effect control CPU 120 displays an image as shown in FIG. 11-4 (A) so that the player can recognize the type of decorative pattern that has become difficult to see due to the effect during the variable display. A small symbol 16SH1 may be displayed in the lower right portion of the display area of the device 5 as an image corresponding to the decorative symbol that has become difficult to see. In that case, the effect control CPU 120 also confirms and displays the small symbol when the decorative symbol is confirmed and displayed.

After the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in this way, when it is determined in the gate passage waiting suggestion effect processing shown in FIG. 11-1 that the gate passage wait suggestion effect is not executed, the effect control CPU 120 is shown in FIG. As shown in 11-4 (B1), the right-handed notification in the normal mode in which the background is "white" is started. In the right-handed notification executed at this time, the effect control CPU 120, for example, has a right-handed notification image 16SH2A and a right-handed notification image 16SH2B that urge the player to launch a game ball to the right of the game area. Is displayed. Further, the effect control CPU 120 displays, for example, a launch promotion display 16SH3 that urges the player to launch the game ball aiming at the passing gate 41.

On the other hand, after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, it is decided to execute, for example, the gate passage waiting suggestion effect of "gate passage waiting suggestion effect C" in the gate passage waiting suggestion effect processing shown in FIG. 11-1. In this case, as shown in FIG. 11-4 (B2), the effect control CPU 120 starts right-handed notification in a special mode different from the normal mode in which the background is “rainbow color”. Also in the right-handed notification executed at this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays the right-handed notification image 16SH2A, the right-handed notification image 16SH2B, and the launch promotion display 16SH3.

When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 as shown in FIG. 11-4 (C) during the right-handed notification in this way, the effect control CPU 120 is as shown in FIG. 11-4 (D). In addition, the fanfare production at the start of the big hit will start.

Further, the effect control CPU 120 executes the right-handed notification in the normal mode after starting the fanfare effect. In the right-handed notification executed at this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays, for example, the right-handed notification image 16SH2B that urges the player to launch the game ball to the right of the game area.

That is, when the right-handed notification in the normal mode is executed during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the effect control CPU 120 starts the fanfare effect. After that, the right-handed notification in the normal mode is continuously executed. On the other hand, when the right-handed notification of a special mode is executed during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the effect control CPU 120 passes the game ball. Based on the passage through the gate 41, the right-handed notification in the special mode is terminated, and the right-handed notification in the normal mode is executed.

By the way, when a production with an extremely low execution rate or a production with extremely high reliability is executed, a photograph of the production being executed may be posted in a magazine or SNS (Social Networking Service). .. And if the posted photo catches the eye of many people, it will lead to the promotion effect of the game machine and the game store where the game machine is installed.

For example, when a medal is inserted, a predetermined number of bets is set, a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the symbols are stopped according to the operation of the stop button by the player. In the case of a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to a player when the combination of stop symbols becomes a specific combination of symbols, the player can operate the operation lever, stop button, etc. at his / her will. By not doing so, it is possible to prevent the game from progressing. Therefore, in the slot machine, for example, when a suggestion effect suggesting that the current set value is high is executed, the player does not advance the game by his / her own will, so that the effect is executed. be able to.

On the other hand, in the case of a pachinko gaming machine, since the game progresses with the passage of time while the variable display is being executed or in the jackpot game state, it is not possible to prevent the game from progressing at the player's will. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine, for example, even if a suggestion effect suggesting that the current set value is high is executed, it is difficult to photograph how the effect is being executed.

In relation to such a background, the effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment is in the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, when waiting for the gate to pass. Suggestive effects can be performed.

Here, as described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, on condition that the gaming ball has passed through the passing gate 41 after the display result in the special figure game becomes a "big hit". It is controlled to a big hit game state as an advantageous state that is advantageous for the player. In other words, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, even if the display result in the special figure game becomes "big hit", if the game ball does not pass through the passing gate 41, it is not controlled to the big hit game state. .. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, it is possible to prevent the game from proceeding by not firing the gaming ball at the player's will. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, a special mode of right-handed notification is executed, for example, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, which suggests that the current set value is high. In this case, the player can take a picture of the production being executed by not proceeding with the game by his / her own will.

(Modification example 1 of the feature portion 16SH)
In the above embodiment, a configuration has been described in which a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass can be executed during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. In such a configuration, the setting suggestion effect suggesting the current set value may be executed even during the variable display or the big hit. In that case, as shown in FIG. 11-5, the execution ratio of the setting suggestion effect may differ depending on which period is during the variable display, the waiting time for passing through the gate, or during the big hit. In the example shown in FIG. 11-5, the execution rate of the suggestion effect at the time of waiting for the passage of the gate is higher than the execution rate of the suggestion effect at the time of super reach development that can be executed at the time of the super reach development during the variable display. In addition, the execution rate of the over-winning suggestion effect that can be executed at the time of over-winning during the big hit is higher than the execution rate of the over-winning suggestion effect while waiting for the gate to pass. Further, as shown in FIG. 11-5, the reliability of the setting suggestion effect may be different depending on which period of the variable display, the waiting time for passing through the gate, and the big hit. In the example shown in FIG. 11-5, it is more reliable that the current setting value is higher in the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass than in the suggestion effect when the super reach develops. In other words, the effect executing means can execute the setting suggestion effect during the variable display and in an advantageous state advantageous to the player, and the game medium passes through the specific area during the variable display and after the predetermined condition is satisfied. The execution rate of the setting suggestion effect differs depending on whether it is the period until it is executed or the advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and the reliability of the setting suggestion effect differs depending on which period it was executed. You may be. The setting suggestion effect executed during the variable display is not limited to the one executed when the super reach is developed, and can be executed as a special mode of various advance notice effects and pre-reading advance notice effects. In addition, the setting suggestion effect executed during the big hit is not limited to the one executed at the time of over winning, but can be executed as a special mode of various effects executed during the big hit such as fanfare effect, ending effect, and promotion effect. is there. According to such a configuration, it is possible to pay attention to which period the setting suggestion effect is executed.

(Modification example 2 of the feature portion 16SH)
In the above-described embodiment, the configuration in which the jackpot game state can be controlled based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed has been described. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, the game ball that has won the special variable winning ball device 17 can pass through, or the game ball that has won the special variable winning ball device 7 can pass through. A V region may be provided, and in the small hit game state, it may be possible to control the big hit game state based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the V region and then another game ball has passed through the passing gate 41. According to such a configuration, the effect of setting suggestion effect is enhanced in the game machine which can control the game medium to an advantageous state which is advantageous to the player based on the fact that the game medium has passed through a specific area after various predetermined conditions are satisfied. be able to.

(Modification example 3 of the feature portion 16SH)
In the above embodiment, among the set values of 6 stages of 1 to 6 which are the set values of the jackpot winning probability, the configuration capable of executing the gate passage waiting suggestion effect suggesting the current set value has been described. Instead of or in addition to such a configuration, when the setting is changed in the setting change mode in the power-on processing shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8, the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass is produced. As a result, it may be possible to execute an effect suggesting that the setting has been changed. With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the expectation that the setting has been changed to a high setting.

(Modification example 4 of feature portion 16SH)
In the above embodiment, it may be possible to execute a probability variation promotion effect that is executed in a predetermined round during the jackpot and indicates that the promotion to the probability variation jackpot has succeeded or failed. There are two types of "non-probability jackpot": non-probability jackpot in which the probabilistic promotion effect (failure) is executed during the jackpot, and non-probability jackpot in which the probabilistic promotion effect itself is not executed. , There may be two types, a probabilistic jackpot in which the probabilistic promotion effect (success) is executed during the jackpot, and a probabilistic jackpot in which the probabilistic promotion effect itself is not executed. In that case, when the jackpot type is "non-probability change (probability variation promotion effect failure)", the same non-probability variation symbols are aligned and stopped and displayed, and the probability variation promotion effect (failure) is executed during the jackpot. On the other hand, when the jackpot type is "probability change (probability change promotion effect success)", the same non-probability variation symbols are aligned and stopped and displayed, and the probability change promotion effect (success) is executed during the jackpot. The probabilistic promotion effect may be executed in a specific round, may be executed over a plurality of rounds, or may be executed at the time of a fanfare effect or an ending effect. Then, when the jackpot type is "probability change (probability change promotion effect success)", as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, a suggestion effect decision table when waiting for the gate to pass is displayed when the display result is "non-probability change jackpot". With reference to this, the presence / absence and type of suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass may be determined. According to such a configuration, although the probability change promotion effect (success) is scheduled to be executed during the big hit, for example, in the case of "non-probability change big hit", the execution rate is low "suggestion when waiting for gate passage". By executing the suggestion effect while waiting for the gate to pass through the "effect C", it is possible to prevent the probabilistic promotion effect (success) from being executed first during the big hit.

(Variation example 5 of the feature portion 16SH)
In the above embodiment, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, the right-handed notification of the special mode is started after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, and the right-handed notification of the special mode is transmitted when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. The configuration to be terminated has been described. Instead of or in addition to such a configuration, as a setting suggestion effect, a special mode of right-handed notification may be started when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed. Further, the right-handed notification of the special mode may be continued even after the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41, for example, during the execution of the fanfare effect. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest.

(Variation example 6 of the feature portion 16SH)
In the above embodiment, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, the same mode of effect is executed during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41. explained. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, an effect in which the mode of right-handed notification changes according to the establishment of a specific condition during the gate passage waiting period. May be executed. In that case, the reliability of the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass after the change may be higher than the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass before the change. For example, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the passage of the gate, an effect of changing the mode of right-handed notification may be executed on the condition that a specific time has elapsed. Further, for example, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the passage of the gate, an effect of changing the mode of right-handed notification may be executed on the condition that the player has detected an operation on the motion detecting means. With such a configuration, it is possible to raise attention to the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass.

(Modification example 7 of feature portion 16SH)
In the above-described embodiment, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass through, a configuration for suggesting the current set value has been described by a mode of right-handed notification executed during one gate passage waiting period. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, it is possible to execute right-handed notifications of different special modes a plurality of times during a plurality of gate passage waiting periods. The current set value may be suggested by combining the modes of right-handed notification. In other words, the effect executing means can execute different special modes of setting suggestion effect for each period from the establishment of the predetermined condition until the game medium passes through the specific area, and the effect suggestion effect can be performed a plurality of times. Suggestions regarding the setting may be made by combining the above modes. According to such a configuration, even when the player is continuously controlled in an advantageous state having a low degree of advantage for the player, a good suggestion regarding the setting is made by combining the modes of the setting suggestion effect a plurality of times. For example, it is possible to suppress a decline in interest.

(Explanation of Means Concerning Feature 16SH)
In relation to the above-mentioned feature unit 16SH, in a game machine capable of performing a plurality of types of settings having different advantages to the player, a game machine capable of executing a setting suggestion effect for suggesting the setting has been proposed. (See, for example, Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-200902). Then, in a game machine as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-2010902, it is required to enhance the effect of setting suggestion effect.

Therefore, as the gaming machine of the means 1 related to the feature unit 16SH for enhancing the effect of the setting suggestion effect, the gaming medium is controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player based on the fact that the gaming medium has passed through the specific region after the predetermined condition is satisfied. It is a possible gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can control the jackpot gaming state based on the fact that the gaming ball has passed through the passing gate 41 after the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed), and is advantageous for the player. In the setting means that can be set to any of a plurality of setting values having different values and the setting change mode in the power-on processing shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8 (for example, the jackpot winning probability is A CPU 103 or the like that can be set to any of six different setting values, an effect executing means that can execute a setting suggestion effect that gives suggestions regarding the setting means (for example, suggests the current set value). The effect control CPU 120 or the like capable of executing the effect suggestion when waiting for the gate to pass), and the effect execution means suggests the setting during the period from the time when the predetermined condition is satisfied until the game medium passes through the specific area. The effect can be executed (for example, the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass can be executed during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41). It may be a gaming machine characterized by.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the setting suggestion effect.

As the gaming machine of the means 2 according to the feature unit 16SH, a firing notifying that the gaming medium should be launched toward the specific region during the period from the establishment of the predetermined condition until the gaming medium passes through the specific region. Notification can be executed (for example, during the gate passage waiting period from the time when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed until the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the notification that the game ball should be launched toward the passing gate 41 is notified. It may be a gaming machine of means 1 characterized in that right-handed notification can be executed, etc.).

According to such a configuration, a player who does not know that the game medium must pass through a specific area in order to be controlled in an advantageous state when a predetermined condition is satisfied is appropriately notified to that effect. be able to.

As the game machine of the means 3 according to the feature unit 16SH, the effect executing means executes the launch notification in any special mode of a plurality of types of special modes different from the normal mode as the setting suggestion effect. (For example, as a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, a special mode in which the background color is one of "green", "red", and "rainbow color" different from "white". The game machine of means 2 may be characterized in that the current set value is suggested by executing the right-handed notification of the above.

According to such a configuration, attention to the launch notification is also given to the player who knows that the game medium must pass through a specific area in order to be controlled in an advantageous state when a predetermined condition is satisfied. Can be improved.

As the game machine of the means 4 according to the feature unit 16SH, the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information can be executed in parallel (for example, the first special figure game and the second special figure game). The variable display of the decorative identification information can be executed corresponding to either the variable display of the first identification information and the variable display of the second identification information. A decorative variable display executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 capable of executing a variable display of a decorative pattern corresponding to either a special figure game of the first special figure game or the second special figure game) is provided. The effect executing means is controlled to the advantageous state based on the variable display in which the variable display of the decoration identification information is executed, and the advantageous state based on the variable display in which the variable display of the decoration identification information is not executed. The setting suggestion effect can be executed at different ratios depending on whether the state is controlled (for example, when the game is controlled to the jackpot game state based on the special figure game in which the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed). A means characterized by being able to execute a suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass, etc. at different rates depending on the case where the variable display of the decorative symbol is not executed and the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. It may be any of the game machines from 1 to 3.

According to such a configuration, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at an appropriate frequency depending on which variable display is used to control the advantageous state.

As the gaming machine of the means 5 according to the feature unit 16SH, it is possible to control a plurality of types of advantageous states (for example, it is possible to control a plurality of types of jackpot gaming states), and the effect executing means is described above. The setting suggestion effect can be executed at different rates depending on the type of advantageous state (for example, the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass can be executed at different rates depending on the jackpot type of the jackpot game state). It may be any game machine of means 1 to means 4 characterized by this.

According to such a configuration, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at an appropriate frequency according to the type of advantageous state.

As the gaming machine of the means 6 according to the feature unit 16SH, the advantage to the player differs depending on the type of the advantageous state (for example, the number of rounds in the big hit gaming state differs depending on the jackpot type), and the effect executing means is described above. The setting suggestion effect can be executed at different rates according to the advantage of the advantageous state (for example, the suggestion effect when waiting for the gate to pass can be executed at different rates according to the number of rounds in the big hit game state, etc. ) May be done. It may be a gaming machine of means 5 characterized by this.

According to such a configuration, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at an appropriate frequency according to the degree of advantage of the advantageous state.

As the gaming machine of the means 7 according to the feature unit 16SH, the gaming state after the end of the advantageous state differs depending on the type of the advantageous state (for example, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state differs depending on the jackpot type). The effect executing means can execute the setting suggestion effect at different rates according to the game state after the end of the advantageous state (for example, at different rates depending on the game state after the end of the jackpot game state). It may be a gaming machine of means 5 or means 6 characterized in that (such as being able to execute a suggestion effect when waiting for passage through a gate).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute the setting suggestion effect at an appropriate frequency according to the gaming state after the end of the advantageous state.

As the game machine of the means 8 according to the feature unit 16SH, the variable display can be executed based on the establishment of the start condition (for example, the game ball that has passed through the first start winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A is the first. After the first start condition is satisfied due to detection by the start port switch 22A or the like, for example, based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied due to the end of the previous first special figure game or jackpot game state, etc. The second starting condition is due to the fact that the first special figure game can be executed and that the game ball that has passed through the second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B. After the establishment of, for example, the second special figure game can be executed based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied due to the end of the previous second special figure game or the jackpot game state, etc.), the above. During the period from the establishment of the predetermined condition until the game medium passes through the specific area, the start condition is not satisfied (for example, in step 052IWS50A in the first special symbol normal processing shown in FIG. 10-17, the accessory control When the value of the process flag is a value indicating the gate passage waiting process (step 052IWS50A; N), the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure game is not executed, and FIG. 10-21 is shown. In step 052IWS50B in the second special symbol normal processing, when the value of the accessory control process flag is a value indicating the gate passage waiting process (step 052IWS50B; N), the second start condition is not satisfied and the second It may be any of the gaming machines of means 1 to 7 characterized in that the special figure game is not executed, etc.).

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the attention to the setting suggestion effect from being reduced.

(Explanation related to association of feature parts)
Each configuration related to the feature unit 16SH may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature unit. The feature portions thus combined or the individual feature portions that are not combined may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature portions.

(Explanation of feature 23SH)
Next, the game machine related to the feature unit 23SH will be described.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes a main machine provided as a new machine and a reuse machine provided at a lower price than the main machine after changing the specifications by utilizing the parts of the main machine. The specifications of the main machine and the reuse machine are different, but in the reuse machine, it is required to use the production control board of the main machine as it is in order to keep the price down.

Here, consider the case where the types of selectable setting values differ between the main machine and the reuse machine. For example, in the case where the main machine can select the setting value of 6 steps from "1" to "6", and the reuse machine can select the setting value of 3 steps of "1", "2", and "6". Think.

In the above-described embodiment, the set value is set in "XX" of the command E1XX (H) (X = arbitrary hexadecimal number) as the effect control command (setting command) for specifying the set current set value. An example has been described. For example, the CPU 103 of the main board 11 transmits the command E100 (H) as a setting command when the set value is set to "1", and sets the command E100 (H) when the set value is set to "2". The command E101 (H) is sent as a command, and when the setting value is set to "3", the command E102 (H) is sent as a setting command, and when the setting value is set to "4", the command E102 (H) is sent. , When the command E103 (H) is sent as a setting command and the setting value is set to "5", the command E104 (H) is sent as a setting command and the setting value is set to "6". Is sent the command E105 (H) as a setting command. Then, the effect control CPU 120 of the effect control board 12 recognizes the value obtained by adding "1" to the value (0 to 5) specified by the setting command as the set value (1 to 6), and recognizes the set value "1". ~ Perform an effect that suggests which of "6" it is.

When using a machine with such specifications as the main machine and using the production control board as it is as a reuse machine, the current setting values of the reuse machine are set to "1" and "2" by the setting command transmitted from the CPU 103. It is necessary to make it possible for the effect control CPU 120 to recognize which of the three-step setting values of "6" and "6".

For example, when the CPU 103 of the reuse machine is set to the set value "1" as in the above-described embodiment, the command E100 (H) is transmitted as a setting command and set to the set value "2". If it is set, the command E101 (H) is transmitted as a setting command, and if it is set to the setting value "6", the command E105 (H) is transmitted as a setting command, and the effect control CPU 120 Recognizes the value obtained by adding "1" to the value (0, 1, 5) specified by the setting command as the setting value (1, 2, 6), and sets the setting values "1", "2", "6". It is possible to execute an effect that suggests which of the above.

By the way, the "Rules for Certification of Game Machines and Type Verification, etc." stipulate the capacity and area size of ROMs and RAMs of game machines. For example, the maximum storage capacity of ROMs is 16KB, and the storage capacity of RAMs. Is limited to 1024 bytes. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, an 8-bit microprocessor written in assembly language called "Z80" is used as the CPU 103.

Against this background, the program executed by the CPU 103 is required to have a small capacity. However, when trying to specify a discontinuous value such as a set value of three stages of "1", "2", and "6", the program capacity for appropriately specifying the discontinuous value becomes large. It ends up.

Therefore, the CPU 103 of the reuse machine processes the set values of the three stages of "1", "2", and "6" as continuous values, and is set, for example, when the set value is set to "1". Command E100 (H) is sent as a command, and if the setting value is set to "2", command E101 (H) is sent as a setting command, and if the setting value is set to "6", the command E101 (H) is sent. , The command E102 (H) is transmitted as a setting command, and when the effect control CPU 120 receives the command E102 (H), if it is the main machine, it recognizes that the setting value is "3". If it is a reuse machine, if it is recognized that the set value is "6", the current set value can be set regardless of the type of set value that can be selected without squeezing the capacity of the main board 11. It can be recognized by the effect control CPU 120.

However, if the process for recognizing the set value in the effect control CPU 120 is to be different depending on the type of the selectable set value, a new problem may occur. For example, if the type of set value that can be selected on the reuse machine is changed in the design stage, the program related to the process for recognizing the set value in the effect control CPU must be changed due to the design change. , If the program is not changed properly, the setting value specified by the setting command may not be recognized correctly. Therefore, it is not always preferable to make the process for recognizing the set value in the effect control CPU 120 different depending on the type of the set value that can be selected.

The gaming machine related to the feature unit 23SH does not cause such a problem, does not put pressure on the capacity of the main board 11, and transfers the current set value to the effect control CPU 120 regardless of the type of set value that can be selected. It is a game machine that can be recognized.

The gaming machine according to the feature unit 23SH is a gaming machine that can be set to any of a plurality of types of set values having different advantages to the player. In this embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 that can be set to any of a plurality of types of set values having different jackpot winning probabilities will be described as an example.

The game machine according to the feature unit 23SH includes a game control means that controls the progress of the game and transmits a command according to the progress of the game. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment includes a CPU 103 of a main board 11 that controls the progress of the game and transmits an effect control command according to the progress of the game.

The game machine according to the feature unit 23SH includes an effect control means for controlling the execution of the effect based on a command transmitted from the game control means. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment includes an effect control CPU 120 of an effect control board 12 that controls execution of an effect based on an effect control command transmitted from the CPU 103.

The game control means according to the feature unit 23SH controls the progress of the game based on a series of values corresponding to a plurality of types of set values. The CPU 103 of this embodiment controls the progress of the game based on a series of values corresponding to a plurality of types of selectable set values.

The game control means according to the feature unit 23SH transmits a first command capable of specifying the number of types of set values and a second command capable of specifying values corresponding to the set set values. The CPU 103 of this embodiment transmits a selectable setting command capable of specifying the number of types of selectable setting values and a setting command capable of specifying a value corresponding to the set setting value.

The effect control means according to the feature unit 23SH specifies the set value set based on the first command and the second command. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment specifies a set value to be set based on the selectable setting command and the setting command.

The effect control means according to the feature unit 23SH can control the execution of the effect based on the values corresponding to a plurality of types of set values and not continuous. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment can control the execution of the effect based on values that correspond to a plurality of types of set values and are not continuous.

The game machine according to the feature unit 23SH includes a display means provided on the same substrate as the game control means. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment includes a display monitor 21TM029 provided on the same main board 11 as the CPU 103.

The game control means according to the feature unit 23SH can display a value different from a continuous value corresponding to a plurality of types of set values on the display means. The CPU 103 of this embodiment can display on the display monitor 21TM029 a value that corresponds to a plurality of types of set values and is different from a continuous value and is easily recognized by a clerk at the amusement park.

The game control means according to the feature unit 23SH transmits the first command together with the power-on command when the power supply to the game machine is started or restarted. The CPU 103 of this embodiment transmits a selectable setting command together with an initialization command when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started or restarted.

When the effect control means related to the feature unit 23SH cannot specify the set value, the set value is regarded as the set value having the lowest advantage to the player. When the effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment cannot specify the set setting value, the set setting value is regarded as the setting value "1" having the lowest jackpot winning probability.

The effect control means according to the feature unit 23SH can execute a suggestion effect that suggests a set value. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment can execute a special mode of advance notice effect that suggests a set value.

The effect control means according to the feature unit 23SH specifies which set value is set when the number of selectable setting values is small, as compared with when the number of selectable setting values is large. Perform a suggestive effect in a difficult mode. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment is set by lowering the execution ratio of the advance notice effect of the special mode when the number of selectable setting values is small as compared with the case where the number of selectable setting values is large. It is difficult to identify which setting value is set.

The effect control means related to the feature unit 23SH can back up the information regarding the set value. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment stores the information of the received effect control command including the selectable setting command and the setting command in the reception command log area, and recognizes the current setting value as the set setting value. Information is stored in the setting value log area.

The effect control means related to the feature unit 23SH makes the information to be backed up different depending on the application. The effect control CPU 120 of this embodiment handles the information stored in the received command log area as a backup target for some purposes, and the information stored in the set value log area as a backup target for other purposes. deal with.

(Set value display processing)
FIG. 12-1 is a flowchart showing an example of the set value display process for displaying the current set value, which is executed in step S21TM4550 in the power-on process shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8. Here, as described above, the "power-on processing" is a process executed by the game control microcomputer 100 when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is powered on.

In the set value display process shown in FIG. 12-1, the CPU 103 first reads the processing value stored in the set value storage area (step 23SHS1). Here, the "processing value" is a value corresponding to the current set value selected by the operation of the clerk of the amusement park in the setting change mode.

Then, the CPU 103 determines a set value corresponding to the processing value read from the set value storage area as the set value for display to be displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 (step 23SHS2). In the process of step 23SHS2, the display setting value to be displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 may be determined by, for example, referring to the display setting value determination table stored in advance in the ROM 101. Here, as described above, the "display monitor 21TM02" is a display device provided on the main board 11 so as to be visible from the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

(Display setting value determination table)
FIG. 12-2 shows a configuration example of the display setting value determination table. As shown in FIG. 12-2, in the display setting value determination table, for example, it may be assigned to any of a plurality of types of setting values according to the processing value read from the setting value storage area.

In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 12-2 (A), when the setting values of 6 stages of "1" to "6" can be selected, the setting value storage area in the display setting value determination table It is assigned to any of the display setting values of "1" to "6" according to which of "0" to "5" the processing value read from is.

Further, as shown in FIG. 12-2 (B), when the setting values of three stages of "1", "2", and "6" can be set, the setting value storage area in the display setting value determination table It is assigned to any of the display setting values of "1", "2", and "6" according to which of "0" to "2" is the processing value read from.

Further, as shown in FIG. 12-2 (C), when the setting value of two stages of "1" and "6" can be set, the process read from the setting value storage area in the display setting value determination table. Depending on whether the above value is "0" or "1", it is assigned to the display setting value of "1" or "6".

Returning to the description of FIG. 12-1, after executing the process of step 23SHS2, the CPU 103 displays the determined display setting value as the current setting value selected by the operation of the clerk of the amusement park in the setting change mode. It is displayed on the monitor 21TM029 (step 23SHS3), and the set value display process is terminated.

In this way, the display monitor 21TM029 displays not the processing value corresponding to the current set value but the value easily recognized by the clerk of the amusement park as the current set value.

As described above, in this embodiment, the display monitor 21TM029 provided on the same main board 11 as the CPU 103 is provided, and the CPU 103 is different from the processing value corresponding to the set value as the selectable set value. Since the value easily recognized by the clerk is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029, a suitable value different from the processing value can be displayed as a set value on the display monitor 21TM029 provided on the same main board 11 as the CPU 103. it can.

(Setting value update process)
FIG. 12-3 is an example of the setting value updating process for updating the processing value corresponding to the current setting value, which is executed in step S21TM4620 in the power-on processing shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8. It is a flowchart which shows. The “setting value update process” is a process executed when the setting changeover switch 21TM052 is operated in the setting change mode. Here, the "setting changeover switch 21TM052" is a setting switch for changing a setting value such as a jackpot winning probability as described above.

In the set value update process shown in FIG. 12-3, the CPU 103 first reads the processing value stored in the setting value storage area (step 23SHS1), and reads the processing value read from the setting value storage area by 1. Add (step 23SHS12).

Then, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the processing value after addition is equal to or less than the upper limit value (step 23SHS13). Here, the "upper limit value" is predetermined according to the number of selectable set values. For example, when the setting value of 6 stages of "1" to "6" can be selected, the processing value "5" corresponding to the setting value "6" is the upper limit value. Further, for example, when the set value of three stages of "1", "2", and "6" can be set, the processing value "2" corresponding to the set value "6" is the upper limit value. Further, for example, when it is possible to set a set value of two stages of "1" and "6", the processing value "1" corresponding to the set value "6" is the upper limit value.

In step 23SHS13, when the processing value after addition is equal to or less than the upper limit value (step 23SHS13; Yes), the value of the set value storage area is updated to the processing value after addition (step 23SHS14) and set. The value update process ends.

On the other hand, in step 23SHS13, when the processing value after addition is larger than the upper limit value (step 23SHS13; No), the value of the set value storage area is initialized (step 23SHS15), and the set value update process ends. In the process of step 23SHS15, the value of the set value storage area is initialized to the processing value "0" corresponding to the set value having the lowest jackpot winning probability among the plurality of types of selectable set values.

In this way, when the setting changeover switch 21TM052 is operated, the processing value stored in the setting value storage area is added by 1. Then, if the processing value after addition is equal to or less than the upper limit value, the setting value corresponding to the processing value after addition is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 in the setting value display processing shown in FIG. 12-1. become. On the other hand, if the processing value after addition is larger than the upper limit value, the setting value having the lowest jackpot winning probability is displayed on the display monitor 21TM029 in the setting value display processing shown in FIG. 12-1.

(Setting command transmission process)
FIG. 12-4 is a flowchart showing an example of the setting command transmission process for transmitting the setting command, which is executed in step 21TM4760 in the power-on processing shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8.

In the setting command transmission process shown in FIG. 12-4, the CPU 103 first transmits a selectable setting command to the effect control CPU 120 of the effect control board 12 (step 23SHS21), and subsequently transmits a setting command (step). 23SHS22), the setting command transmission process is terminated.

(Selectable setting command)
12-5 and 12-6 are explanatory views showing an example of the selectable setting command and the contents of the setting command transmitted to the effect control CPU 120. In the example shown in FIG. 12-5, the command 9BXX (H) (X = arbitrary hexadecimal number) is a selectable setting command for designating the type of set value that can be selected. The first byte "9B" of the command 9BXX (H) indicates that this command is a selectable setting command. The second byte "XX" of the command 9BXX (H) indicates the types of set values that can be selected.

FIG. 12-6 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the second byte “XX” of the selectable setting command. Although the contents of the first byte are not shown, the most significant bit of each byte is used as an identifier indicating whether the byte including the most significant bit is the first byte or the second byte of the command. In this embodiment, when the most significant bit is "1", it indicates that it is the first byte of the command, and when the most significant bit is "0", it is the second byte of the command. Shown.

The second bit from the most significant bit of the second byte is unused and is "0".

The lower 6 bits including the least significant bit of the 2nd byte indicate whether or not the set value type can be selected, and the least significant bit indicates whether or not the set value "1" can be selected. , The second bit from the least significant bit indicates whether or not the setting value "2" can be selected, and the third bit from the least significant bit indicates whether or not the setting value "3" can be selected. The 4th bit from the bottom indicates whether or not the setting value "4" can be selected, and the 5th bit from the bottom indicates whether or not the setting value "5" can be selected. The sixth bit indicates whether or not the set value "6" can be selected. In this embodiment, when the bit is "1", it indicates that the setting value corresponding to the bit can be selected, and when the bit is "0", the setting value corresponding to the bit is not selected. It shows that it is possible.

For example, when the 6-step setting value of "1" to "6" can be selected, the content of the second byte of the selectable setting command is "001111111", and the command 9B3F (H) is transmitted as the selectable setting command. Will be done. Further, for example, when the setting values of three stages of "1", "2", and "6" can be set, the content of the second byte of the selectable setting command is "00100011", and the command 9B23 (H) is issued. Sent as a selectable configuration command. Further, for example, when the setting value of two stages of "1" and "6" can be set, the content of the second byte of the selectable setting command is "00100001", and the command 9B21 (H) is the selectable setting command. Will be sent as. Further, for example, when the setting value of two stages of "1" and "2" can be set, the content of the second byte of the selectable setting command is "000000111", and the command 9B03 (H) is the selectable setting command. Will be sent as.

In this way, the selectable setting commands are from 9B03 (H) corresponding to the two-step setting values of "1" and "2" according to the combination of the plurality of selectable setting values, from "1" to "1" to "2". Any value of 9B3F (H) corresponding to the set value of 6 steps of "6" can be taken.

By receiving such a selectable setting command, the effect control CPU 120 can specify a plurality of selectable setting values in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, when the combination of a plurality of selectable setting values is different between the main machine and the reuse machine, even if the effect control CPU 120 common to the main machine and the reuse machine is used, the effect control CPU 120 is the main machine. It is possible to specify a combination of a plurality of set values that can be selected for each of the case where the device is a reuse machine and the case where the machine is a reuse machine.

(Setting command)
Next, in the example shown in FIG. 12-5, the command 9EXX (H) (X = arbitrary hexadecimal number) is a setting command for designating a processing value corresponding to the set setting value. The first byte "9E" of the command 9BXX (H) indicates that this command is a setting command. Further, the second byte "XX" of the command 9BXX (H) indicates a processing value corresponding to the set setting value. In the setting command, for example, as shown in FIG. 12-6 (B), different EXT data are set according to the combination of a plurality of selectable setting values.

For example, when the 6-step setting value of "1" to "6" can be selected, as shown in FIG. 12-6 (B1), the setting value having the lowest jackpot winning probability among the 6-step setting value. Six types of commands 9E00 (H) to 9E05 (H) are prepared as setting commands corresponding in order from. The command 9E00 (H) is a first setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "0". The command 9E01 (H) is a second setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "1". The command 9E02 (H) is a third setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "2". Command 9E03 (H) is a fourth setting command that specifies that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "3". Command 9E04 (H) is a fifth setting command that specifies that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "4". The command 9E05 (H) is a sixth setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "5".

Further, for example, when it is possible to set three-step setting values of "1", "2", and "6", as shown in FIG. 12-6 (B2), a jackpot hit among the three-step setting values. Three types of commands 9E00 (H) to 9E02 (H) are prepared as setting commands corresponding in order from the setting value having the lowest winning probability. The command 9E00 (H) is a first setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "0". The command 9E01 (H) is a second setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "1". The command 9E02 (H) is a third setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "2".

Further, for example, when it is possible to set two-step setting values of "1" and "6", as shown in FIG. 12-6 (B3), the jackpot winning probability is low among the two-step setting values. Two types of commands 9E00 (H) and 9E01 (H) are prepared as setting commands corresponding to the set values in order. The command 9E00 (H) is a first setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "0". The command 9E01 (H) is a second setting command for designating that the processing value corresponding to the set setting value is "1".

As described above, in this embodiment, the CPU 103 has a processing value corresponding to each of the plurality of types of selectable setting values regardless of whether or not the plurality of types of selectable setting values are continuous values. Is processed as a continuous value, so that the capacitance on the main board 11 can be prevented from being pressed.

By receiving such a setting command, the effect control CPU 120 can specify a processing value corresponding to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, when the combination of a plurality of selectable setting values is different between the main machine and the reuse machine, even if the effect control CPU 120 common to the main machine and the reuse machine is used, the effect control CPU 120 is the main machine. It is possible to specify the processing value corresponding to the set value set in each case of the case where the device is used and the case where the machine is a reuse machine.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the set value set based on the selectable setting command and the setting command in the command analysis process of step S75 in the effect control main process of FIG. 7.

As described above, the CPU 103 transmits an initialization command in step S21TM1460 of FIG. 9-8 to specify that the initialization process was performed when the power was turned on. That is, the CPU 103 transmits the selectable setting command and the setting command in step S21TM4760 in the power-on processing shown in FIGS. 9-6 to 9-8, which is executed when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. , Step 21 TM1460 sends an initialization command.

As described above, in this embodiment, the CPU 103 transmits the selectable setting command together with the initialization command when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started or restarted, so that the power-on command is not used. , The current set value can be recognized by the effect control means.

(Command analysis processing)
FIG. 12-7 is a flowchart showing an example of the command analysis process executed in step S75 in the effect control main process of FIG. 7. In the command analysis process shown in FIG. 12-7, the effect control CPU 120 first receives from the main board 11 transmitted via the relay board 15 by confirming the stored contents of the effect control command reception buffer. It is determined whether or not there is a command (step 23SHS31). At this time, if there is no reception command (step 23SHS31; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the command analysis process.

When there is a receive command in step 23SHS31 (step 23SHS31; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 is stored in the effect control command reception buffer in the receive command log area provided in the backup RAM (not shown) of the effect control board 12. The received command is stored (step 23SHS32). In the process of step 23SHS32, when the effect control CPU 120 stores the reception command, it also stores information that can specify the date and time when the reception command is received. Here, the information stored in the received command log area is referred to for analysis for finding the cause of the problem, for example, when a problem occurs in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

After executing the process of step 23SHS32, the effect control CPU 120 determines, for example, whether or not the reception command is a selectable setting command by checking the reception command (step 23SHS33).

When the reception command is a selectable setting command in step 23SHS33 (step 23SHS33; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 initializes the set value information storage area provided in the RAM 102 (step 23SHS34). Here, the set value information storage area is an area for storing information that can specify the types of a plurality of selectable set values and the set set values in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

(Set value information storage area)
FIG. 12-8 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the set value information storage area. The set value information storage area is provided with a plurality of areas in which the "set value" and the "set value flag" are stored in association with each other. In this embodiment, the set value information storage area is provided with seven areas, a first area to a seventh area. The first area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is "0". The second area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is "1". The third area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is "2". The fourth area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is "3". The fifth area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is "4". The sixth area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is "5". The seventh area is an area used when the processing value corresponding to the set set value is a value other than "1" to "6", and is an area that should not be used originally. is there.

Here, the number of areas provided in the set value information storage area is one or more larger than the number of main machines and reuse machines, based on the one having the largest number of selectable set values. It suffices if the area is provided. For example, when the number of the main machine and the reuse machine that can select the setting value of 6 stages is the largest, the setting value information storage area is provided with 7 or more areas. Further, for example, when the number of the main machine and the reuse machine in which the setting value of three stages can be selected is the largest, the setting value information storage area may be provided with four or more areas. Further, for example, when the setting value of two stages can be selected for both the main machine and the reuse machine, it is sufficient that three or more areas are provided in the setting value information storage area.

The type of selectable setting value is stored in the "setting value". The "setting value flag" is a flag indicating whether or not the setting value of the type stored in the corresponding "setting value" is set. When the setting value of the type stored in the corresponding "setting value" is set, the value of the "setting value flag" is updated to "1", and the value of the type stored in the corresponding "setting value" is set. If it is not set to the set value, the value of the "set value flag" is updated to "0".

In the process of step 23SHS34, the effect control CPU 120 initializes the "set value" of all the areas to the set value "1" which is the type having the lowest probability of winning the jackpot. Further, the effect control CPU 120 clears the "set value flag" of all the areas and updates it to "0".

After executing the process of step 23SHS34, the effect control CPU 120 analyzes the selectable setting command to specify the type of selectable setting value (step 23SHS35). As described above, the selectable setting command specifies the type of setting value that can be selected in the second byte of the command. In the process of step 23SHS35, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the type of selectable setting value by checking the second byte of the selectable setting command.

After executing the process of step 23SHS35, the effect control CPU 120 stores the information of the selectable set value type specified in step 23SHS35 in the set value information storage area (step 23SHS36), and processes in step 23SHS31. Return to. In the process of step 23SHS36, as the information of the "set value", the types of the specified set values are stored in each area of the set value information storage area in order from the set value having the lowest jackpot winning probability. For example, when the settable setting command 9B23 (H) is received and the types of selectable setting values specified in step 23SHS35 are "1", "2", and "6", the effect control CPU 120 is set. As shown in FIG. 12-8 (B), as information of the "set value", "1" is stored in the first area of the set value information storage area, "2" is stored in the second area, and the third Store "6" in the area.

By executing such processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets the processing values corresponding to the selectable set values, instead of continuous values such as "0", "1", and "2". , "1", "2", "6" and so on, can be processed as non-consecutive values.

As described above, in this embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 can process the processing values corresponding to the selectable set values as non-consecutive values, and thus is suitable different from the processing values. The value can be reflected in the production as a set value.

When the reception command is not a selectable setting command in step 23SHS33 (step 23SHS33; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the reception command is a setting command (step 23SHS37).

When the reception command is a setting command in step 23SHS37 (step 23SHS37; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 analyzes the setting command and specifies a processing value corresponding to the set setting value (step). 23SHS38). As described above, the setting command specifies a processing value corresponding to the setting value in which the second byte of the command is set. In the process of step 23SHS38, the effect control CPU 120 identifies the processing value corresponding to the set set value by checking the second byte of the setting command.

After executing the process of step 23SHS38, the effect control CPU 120 stores the processing value corresponding to the set value specified in step 23SHS38 in the set value information storage area (step 23SHS39). In the process of step 23SHS39, the "set value flag" of the area corresponding to the specified processing value among the first to sixth areas of the set value information storage area is updated to "1". For example, when the setting command 9E01 (H) is received and the processing value specified in step 23SHS38 is "1", the effect control CPU 120 processes as shown in FIG. 12-8 (C). The value of the "set value flag" in the second area corresponding to the above value "1" is updated to "1".

Here, when the setting command cannot be received due to the influence of noise or the like, or when the setting command for specifying the processing value corresponding to none of the selectable setting values is received, the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control CPU 120. The processing value specified by the setting command cannot be specified correctly. In that case, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the "setting flag" in the seventh area corresponding to the value other than "1" to "6" in the processing corresponding to the set set value to "1". Update to.

After executing the process of step 23SHS39, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the set value (step 23SHS40). In the process of step 23SHS40, among the information stored in the setting value information storage area, the type of setting value stored in the "setting value" of the area in which the value of the "setting value flag" is "1" is set. Specify as the set value that has been set. For example, when the information as shown in FIG. 12-8 (C) is stored in the setting value information storage area, it is stored in the "setting value" of the second area where the value of the "setting value flag" is "1". The set value "2" is specified as the set value.

By executing such a process, the effect control CPU 120 can specify the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, when the combination of a plurality of set values that can be selected differs between the main machine and the reuse machine, even if the effect control CPU 120 common to the main machine and the reuse machine is used, the effect control CPU 120 is the main machine. It is possible to specify the set value set for each of the case where the machine is a reuse machine and the case where the machine is a reuse machine.

As described above, in this embodiment, the CPU 103 includes a selectable setting command that can specify the type of the selectable setting value, and a setting command that can specify the processing value corresponding to the set setting value. , Is transmitted, and the effect control CPU 120 specifies the set value to be set based on the selectable setting command and the setting command. Therefore, the set value that can be selected without squeezing the capacity of the main board 11 The current set value can be recognized by the effect control CPU 120 regardless of the type of.

Here, the "setting value" in the seventh area corresponding to the processing value corresponding to the set value other than "1" to "6" is not "1" by the selectable setting command. It is not updated to a value, and "1" is always stored. Then, as described above, when the setting command cannot be received, or when the setting command for specifying the processing value corresponding to none of the selectable setting values is received, the effect control CPU 120 is set. The value of the "setting flag" in the seventh area corresponding to the processing value other than "1" to "6" corresponding to the set value is updated to "1". Therefore, when the setting command cannot be received, or when the setting command for specifying the processing value corresponding to none of the selectable setting values is received, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the "setting value flag". The setting value "1" stored in the "setting value" of the seventh area in which is "1" is specified as the set setting value.

As described above, in this embodiment, when the effect control CPU 120 cannot specify the set setting value, the set setting value has the lowest advantage to the player, "1". Therefore, it is possible to prevent the process from being performed assuming that a setting value having a higher advantage than the set setting value is set.

Further, for example, the main machine can select the setting value of 6 steps from "1" to "6", and the reuse machine can set the setting value of 3 steps of "1", "2", and "6". In this case, as described above, the set value information storage area is provided with seven or more areas. Therefore, in the reuse machine, the 4th to 7th regions are regions that should not be used originally. Even in such a case, in the reuse machine, the "setting value" in the 4th to 7th areas is not updated to a value other than "1" by the selectable setting command, and "1" is always stored. Will be done. Then, for example, the value specified by the setting command changes due to the influence of noise or the like, and if the setting value of 6 stages of "1" to "6" can be selected, the effective setting command 9E03 (H) ) ~ Setting command 9E05 (H) may be received. In that case, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the "setting flag" in any of the fourth to sixth regions corresponding to the received setting command to "1". Therefore, the value specified by the setting command changes due to the influence of noise, etc., and if a valid setting command is received if the 6-step setting value of "1" to "6" can be selected, The effect control CPU 120 sets the setting value "1" stored in the "setting value" of any of the fourth to sixth areas where the value of the "setting value flag" is "1". Specify as the set value that has been set.

After executing the process of step 23SHS40, the effect control CPU 120 stores the set value specified in step 23SHS40 in the set value log area provided in the backup RAM (not shown) of the effect control board 12 (step 23SHS41). , Return to the process of step 23SHS31. In the process of step 23SHS41, when the effect control CPU 120 stores the set value, it also stores information that can specify the date and time when the set value is specified. Here, the information stored in the setting value log area is referred to, for example, in the maintenance mode for the clerk of the amusement park to check the setting change history.

(Maintenance mode)
The maintenance mode is, for example, a mode in which the date and time setting of the real-time clock, the occurrence history of various errors, and the setting change history can be confirmed. In this embodiment, the maintenance mode is controlled based on the fact that the push button 31B is pressed while the setting is confirmed when the power is turned on to the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the effect control CPU 120 has a maintenance mode menu. Start displaying the screen.

FIG. 12-9 is a diagram showing a specific example of the display screen when the setting change / confirmation history selection operation is performed during the maintenance mode. While the setting confirmation display shown in FIG. 12-9 (A) is being displayed, the clerk at the amusement park presses the push button 31B to display the maintenance mode menu screen shown in FIG. 12-9 (B). It is assumed that option 23SH1 of "setting change / confirmation history" is selected and operated while the screen is displayed.

When the option 23SH1 of the "setting change / confirmation history" is selected, the image display device 5 switches to the display of the setting change / confirmation history screen as shown in FIG. 12-9 (C). As shown in FIG. 12-9 (C), on the setting change / confirmation history screen, the date and time, whether the setting is changed or the setting is confirmed, and the changed setting value or the confirmed setting value are associated with each other. It is displayed, and the latest log information is displayed in order so that it is ranked higher.

As described above, in this embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received effect control command information including the selectable setting command and the setting command in the received command log area, and recognizes the information as the set setting value. The information of the current setting value that has been set is stored in the setting value log area, the information stored in the received command log area is used as the backup target for some purposes, and the information stored in the setting value log area is used for other purposes. Since it is treated as a backup target, the information on the set value can be suitably used according to the purpose.

Returning to the description of FIG. 12-7, when the reception command is not a setting command in step 23SHS37 (step 23SHS37; No), the effect control CPU 120 makes settings according to other reception commands (step 23SHS42), and steps Return to the process of 23SHS31.

(Setting suggestion production)
Also in this embodiment, it is possible to suggest the set value by executing the effect according to the set value specified by the setting command, as in the above-described embodiment. For example, it is possible to suggest the set value to the player by making the mode of the predetermined advance notice effect different according to the designated set value.

In executing the predetermined advance notice effect, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the mode of the advance notice effect is a special mode that suggests the set value or a normal mode that does not suggest the set value. For example, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the advance notice mode, which is updated by the random number circuit 124, the random number counter for effect, or the like, and uses a advance notice mode determination table stored in ROM 121 in advance. The notice mode may be determined by reference or the like.

FIG. 12-10 (A) shows a configuration example of the notice mode determination table. As shown in FIG. 12-10 (A), in the notice mode determination table, for example, the notice mode "normal" depends on which of "2" to "6" the number of types of set values that can be selected is. It suffices if it is assigned to the determination result of either "aspect (without setting suggestion)" or "special mode (with setting suggestion)".

In the notice mode determination table, as shown in FIG. 12-10 (A), the larger the number of types of set values that can be selected, the lower the determination rate of the "normal mode (no setting suggestion)", and the "special mode". (There is a setting suggestion) ”is set to be high.

According to such a setting, when the number of selectable setting values is small, the execution rate of the advance notice effect of the special mode is lower than when the number of selectable setting values is large. Even if it is executed, it is difficult to specify which setting value the set value is.

As described above, in this embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 can execute the advance notice effect of a special mode suggesting the set setting value, and can be selected when the number of selectable setting values is small. By lowering the execution rate of the advance notice effect of the special mode compared to when the number of set values is large, it is difficult to specify which set value the set value is, so the setting can be selected. Depending on the number of values, a suitable suggestive effect can be performed.

Then, the effect control CPU 120 determines the special mode pattern to be used as the effect control pattern of the advance notice effect when executing the advance notice effect of the special mode. For example, the effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a special mode pattern updated by a random number circuit 124, a random counter for effect, or the like, and determines a special mode pattern that is stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. The special mode pattern may be determined by referring to the table or the like.

FIG. 12-10 (B) shows a configuration example of a special aspect pattern determination table. As shown in FIG. 12-10 (B), in the special mode pattern determination table, for example, the special mode pattern "special" is set according to which of "1" to "6" the setting value specified by the setting command is. It may be assigned to the determination result of either "Aspect A" or "Special Aspect B".

In the special aspect pattern determination table, as shown in FIG. 12-10 (B), the higher the setting value of the jackpot winning probability, the lower the determination rate of "special aspect A", and the determination of "special aspect B". The ratio is set to be high.

According to such a setting, the higher the winning probability of the jackpot is, the easier it is for the advance notice effect of "special aspect B" to be executed. Therefore, when the advance notice effect of "special aspect B" is executed, the "special aspect B" is executed. It is possible to raise the expectation that the jackpot winning probability is set to a set value higher than when the advance notice effect of "A" is executed.

(Modification example 1 of the feature portion 23SH)
In the above embodiment, the configuration in which the CPU 103 transmits a selectable setting command as a dedicated command that enables the type of selectable setting value to be specified has been described. Instead of such a configuration, the second byte of the initialization command can be used to specify the type of selectable setting value, and the CPU 103 initially sets the type of selectable setting value as a command that can specify the type. The conversion command may be sent. In other words, the game control means may transmit a power-on command as the first command. Even with such a configuration, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means regardless of the types of selectable set values without squeezing the capacity of the game control means.

(Modification example 2 of the feature portion 23SH)
In the above embodiment, when the effect control CPU 120 cannot specify the set setting value, the set setting value is regarded as the setting value "1" having the lowest jackpot winning probability. Explained. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 may notify an error when the set setting value cannot be specified. In other words, the effect control means may notify an error when the set set value cannot be specified. According to such a configuration, when the set value set due to fraudulent activity or the like cannot be specified, the clerk at the amusement park can quickly respond.

(Modification example 3 of the feature portion 23SH)
In the above embodiment, when the number of selectable setting values is small, the effect control CPU 120 lowers the execution rate of the advance notice effect of the special mode as compared with the case where the number of selectable setting values is large. The configuration that makes it difficult to identify which setting value the set value is is explained. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 is set when the number of selectable setting values is small compared to when the number of selectable setting values is large. By making the difference in the determination ratio of the special mode pattern according to the set value small, it may be difficult to specify which set value the set value is. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

(Modification example 4 of feature portion 23SH)
In the above-described embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 has described a configuration capable of executing a special mode of advance notice effect suggesting a set value. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 may be capable of executing an effect of a special mode other than the advance effect, which suggests a set value. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

(Modification example 5 of the feature portion 23SH)
In the above-described embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 has described a configuration that suggests a set value. In place of or in addition to such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 may suggest whether or not the set value is a high setting. In that case, the effect control CPU 120 is set higher when the number of selectable setting values is small than when the number of selectable setting values is large, by the above-described embodiment or the method as in the third modification. It should be difficult to specify whether or not it is. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

(Modification example 6 of the feature portion 23SH)
In the above-described embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 has described a configuration that suggests a set value. Instead of or in addition to such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 may suggest whether the set value is an odd number or an even number. In that case, the effect control CPU 120 has a set value when the number of selectable setting values is small, as compared with when the number of selectable setting values is large, by the method described in the above embodiment or the modification 3. It may be difficult to identify whether is an odd number or an even number. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

(Modification example 7 of the feature portion 23SH)
In the above-described embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 has described a configuration that suggests a set value. Instead of or in addition to such a configuration, the effect control CPU 120 may suggest whether or not the set value has been changed. In that case, the effect control CPU 120 has a set value when the number of selectable setting values is small, as compared with when the number of selectable setting values is large, by the method described in the above embodiment or the modification 3. It should be difficult to identify whether or not there has been a change in. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

(Explanation of Means Concerning Feature 23SH)
In relation to the above feature unit 23SH, it is possible to set any of a plurality of types of setting values having different advantages to the player, control the progress of the game, and transmit a command according to the progress of the game. A game machine that includes means and effect control means that controls the execution of the effect based on a command transmitted from the game control means, and can execute a suggestion effect that suggests a set value for which the effect control means is set. Has been proposed (Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-200902). Further, it is required that a common effect control means can be used in a plurality of types of gaming machines having different types of selectable set values. For that purpose, it is necessary to have a command system that allows the effect control means to specify the current set value regardless of the type of set value that can be selected. However, due to such a command system, the process for the game control means to specify the current set value becomes complicated, and the capacity of the game control means may be squeezed. ..

Therefore, as a game machine of means 1 according to the feature unit 23SH for causing the effect control means to recognize the current set value regardless of the type of the selectable set value without squeezing the capacity of the game control means, the player A gaming machine that can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values having different advantages for (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 that can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values having different jackpot winning probabilities). A game control means that controls the progress of the game and transmits a command according to the progress of the game (for example, CPU 103 of the main board 11 that controls the progress of the game and transmits an effect control command according to the progress of the game). The effect control means that controls the execution of the effect based on the command transmitted from the game control means (for example, the effect control board 12 that controls the execution of the effect based on the effect control command transmitted from the CPU 103). The game control means corresponds to a plurality of types of set values and controls the progress of the game based on continuous values (for example, the CPU 103 can select a plurality of types). Control the progress of the game based on the continuous values that correspond to the set values), the first command that can specify the number of types of the set values, and the values that correspond to the set values A second command that can be specified is transmitted (for example, the CPU 103 can specify a selectable setting command that can specify the number of types of set values that can be selected and a value that corresponds to the set value that has been set. The effect control means specifies a set value to be set based on the first command and the second command (for example, the effect control CPU 120 selects a setting command). It may be a gaming machine characterized in that a set setting value is specified based on a possible setting command and a setting command).

According to such a configuration, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means regardless of the types of selectable set values without squeezing the capacity of the game control means.

As the gaming machine of the means 2 according to the feature unit 23SH, the effect control means can control the execution of the effect based on the values corresponding to a plurality of types of set values and not continuous (for example, the effect control CPU 120 The gaming machine of means 1 may be characterized in that the execution of the effect can be controlled based on values that correspond to a plurality of types of set values and are not continuous.

According to such a configuration, a suitable value can be reflected in the effect as a set value.

As the game machine of the means 3 according to the feature unit 23SH, a display means (for example, a display monitor 21TM029 provided on the same main board 11 as the CPU 103) provided on the same board as the game control means is provided, and the game control is provided. The means can display a value different from the continuous value corresponding to the plurality of types of set values on the display means (the CPU 103 corresponds to the plurality of types of set values and is different from the continuous value, the game. It may be a gaming machine of means 1 or means 2 characterized in that a value easily recognized by a store clerk can be displayed on the display monitor 21TM029, etc.).

According to such a configuration, a suitable value can be displayed as a set value on the display means provided on the same substrate as the game control means.

As the game machine of the means 4 according to the feature unit 23SH, the game control means transmits the first command together with the power-on command when the power supply to the game machine is started or restarted (for example, the CPU 103 is a pachinko machine). It may be any of the game machines 1 to 3 characterized in that, when the power supply to the game machine 1 is started or restarted, a selectable setting command is transmitted together with the initialization command). ..

According to such a configuration, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means without using the power-on command.

As the game machine of the means 5 according to the feature unit 23SH, when the effect control means cannot specify the set value, the set value is the set value having the lowest advantage to the player. (For example, when the effect control CPU 120 cannot specify the set setting value, the set setting value is regarded as the setting value "1" having the lowest jackpot winning probability. Etc.) It may be any game machine of means 1 to means 4 characterized by the above.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent processing from being performed assuming that a set value having a higher advantage than the set set value is set.

As the gaming machine of the means 6 according to the feature unit 23SH, the effect control means can execute a suggestion effect suggesting a set value (for example, the effect control CPU 120 sets the set value. When the number of selectable setting values is small, the set value will be set more than when the number of selectable setting values is large. (For example, when the number of selectable setting values is small, the effect control CPU 120 is more special than when the number of selectable setting values is large, for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes a suggestion effect in a mode that is difficult to specify. Any of means 1 to 5 characterized in that it is difficult to specify which set value the set value is set by lowering the execution rate of the advance notice effect of the mode. It may be a game machine.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute a suitable suggestion effect according to the number of selectable setting values.

As the gaming machine of the means 7 according to the feature unit 23SH, the effect control means can back up the information related to the set value (for example, the effect control CPU 120 receives the selectable setting command and the setting command. The information of the produced control command is stored in the reception command log area, and the information of the current setting value recognized as the set value is stored in the setting value log area), and the backup target is used according to the purpose. (For example, the effect control CPU 120 treats the information stored in the received command log area as a backup target for some purposes, and treats the information stored in the set value log area for other purposes. It may be any of the gaming machines of means 1 to 6 characterized in that it is treated as a backup target, etc.).

According to such a configuration, the information on the set value can be suitably used according to the application.

(Explanation related to association of feature parts)
Each configuration related to the feature unit 23SH may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature unit. The feature portions thus combined or the individual feature portions that are not combined may be appropriately combined with a part or all of each configuration related to the other feature portions.

The present invention is not limited to those described above. Further, the specific configuration is included in the present invention even if there are changes or additions within a range that does not deviate from the gist of the present invention, in addition to the above-described embodiment and other embodiment examples described later.

Further, all or a part of the configurations shown in the above-described embodiment and each modification, and the configurations shown in the following embodiment and each modification may be arbitrarily combined.

It should be noted that the above-described embodiment and the following-described embodiment disclosed this time are exemplary in all respects and are not considered to be restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the scope of claims rather than the above description and the description below, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and scope equivalent to the scope of claims.

The gaming machine of the present invention also has a plurality of types of set values that are variablely displayed and can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot gaming state) and have different advantages to the player. It is a game machine that can be set to any one (for example, a pachinko game machine 1 that can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values having different jackpot winning probabilities), and controls the progress of the game to control the progress of the game. To the game control means for transmitting commands in response (for example, CPU 103 of the main board 11 that controls the progress of the game and transmits the effect control command according to the progress of the game), and the commands transmitted from the game control means. Based on the effect control means that controls the execution of the effect (for example, the effect control CPU 120 of the effect control board 12 that controls the execution of the effect based on the effect control command transmitted from the CPU 103), the game control means. The game control means includes a display means provided on the same board as the above (for example, a display monitor 21TM029 provided on the same main board 11 as the CPU 103), and the game control means corresponds to a plurality of types of set values and has continuous values. (For example, the CPU 103 corresponds to a plurality of types of selectable set values and controls the progress of the game based on continuous values, etc.) based on the above-mentioned set value types. A first command capable of specifying the number of set values and a second command capable of specifying the value corresponding to the set set value are transmitted (for example, the CPU 103 specifies the number of selectable set value types). Possible selectable setting commands and setting commands that can specify the value corresponding to the set setting value, etc.), and values that correspond to multiple types of setting values and are different from consecutive values (The CPU 103 can display on the display monitor 21TM029 a value that can be easily recognized by a pachinko / pachislot clerk, which corresponds to a plurality of types of set values and is different from a continuous value. ), The effect control means specifies a set value set based on the first command and the second command (for example, the effect control CPU 120 is based on the selectable setting command and the setting command). (To specify the set value, etc.), and to display the detection means (for example, stick controller 31A, controller sensor unit 35A, etc.) that can detect the movement of the player, and the specific display corresponding to the variable display. Possible specific display means (for example, active display area 87AKA1, first hold display area 87AKAB1) , Second hold display area 87AKB2, etc.), promotion effect execution means capable of executing the promotion effect that promotes the movement of the player (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS051 of the effect process during variable display), and the above. An operation effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS053 of the effect processing during variable display) that can execute an operation effect based on the detection result of the detection means, and a predetermined effect can be executed while the variable display is being executed. The specific display means includes a specific mode (for example, a red display using the display image 87AKC4), and the specific display means includes a predetermined effect execution means (for example, a CPU 120 for effect control that executes step 87AKS049 of the effect processing during variable display). The specific display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display modes (for example, display colors corresponding to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4), and the promotion effect executing means is a large mode using a special mode (for example, the display image 87AKF3). The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, the size of the V-con display according to the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3) including the V-con display, and the predetermined effect execution means is predetermined. Aspect (for example, "super heat!" Using the display image 87AKE3. !! The predetermined effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, a message corresponding to the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3) including the message of the specific display, and the ratio differs depending on the display mode of the specific display. The predetermined effect is executed according to the predetermined aspect (see, for example, 87AK41 of the determination example of the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-12), and the promotion effect is performed by the special aspect at a different ratio depending on the effect mode of the predetermined effect. It is executed (see, for example, 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-13), and is controlled to the advantageous state at different ratios according to the effect mode of the promotion effect (for example, FIG. 17-). (Refer to 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the variable display result in No. 13).

According to such a configuration, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means regardless of the types of selectable set values without squeezing the capacity of the game control means. Further, a suitable value can be displayed as a set value on the display means provided on the same board as the game control means. In addition, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

It should be noted that the set value may be suggested depending on the type of the display mode of the specific display and the type of the effect mode of the predetermined effect or the promotion effect. For example, the display mode of the specific display or the effect mode of the predetermined effect or the promotion effect is selected from a plurality of types by lottery or the like, and the selection ratio of each display mode or each effect mode is different depending on the set value. Therefore, the more advantageous the set value is for the player, the easier it is to perform the specific display, the predetermined effect, and the promotion effect according to the specific type of display mode or effect mode. In particular, the set value set is advantageous to the player for the specific display, the predetermined effect, and the promotion effect in a mode having a high expectation of being controlled in an advantageous state (for example, a specific mode, a special mode, or a predetermined mode). If it is made easy to select, when a specific display, a predetermined effect, or a promotion effect according to the mode is executed, the expectation of being controlled to an advantageous state increases, and the set value is advantageous to the player. Expectations for being a player will also increase, so it is possible to improve the interest in the game. Further, even when the specific display, the predetermined effect, or the promotion effect according to the embodiment is executed but not controlled in an advantageous state, there is a sense of expectation that the set value is advantageous to the player. Since it lasts, it is possible to reduce the deterioration of the game interest when it is not controlled in an advantageous state.
Further, the suggestion of the set value may be made by a plurality of elements (for example, two elements, that is, the type of the display mode of the specific display and the type of the effect mode of the predetermined effect or the promotion effect). By doing so, when multiple factors suggest a setting value that is favorable to the player, the player can be more confident that the setting value is favorable to the player, and at a certain factor, the setting value is favorable to the player. Even if a setting value that is advantageous to the player is not suggested, if an advantageous setting value is suggested by other factors, the player can maintain the expectation that the setting value is advantageous to the player. , The game entertainment can be improved.

Further, the current set value can be recognized by the effect control means regardless of the type of the selectable set value without squeezing the capacity of the game control means, and the player's expectation can be more appropriately expressed by the effect. As an example of the form of a game machine that can be enhanced to improve the game entertainment, a game machine (for example, a pachinko game machine 1) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player by performing variable display. ), And a detection means capable of detecting the movement of the player (for example, stick controller 31A, controller sensor unit 35A, etc.) and a specific display means capable of displaying a specific display corresponding to variable display (for example, active display area 87AKA1,). For effect control that executes the first hold display area 87AKB1, the second hold display area 87AKB2, etc.) and the promotion effect executing means (for example, step 87AKS051 of the variable display effect process) that can execute the promotion effect that promotes the movement of the player. (CPU 120, etc.), an operation effect executing means that can execute an operation effect based on the detection result of the detection means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS053 of the effect processing during variable display), and a variable display being executed. The specific display means is provided with a predetermined effect executing means (for example, a CPU 120 for effect control that executes step 87AKS049 of the effect processing during variable display), and the specific display means uses a specific mode (for example, the display image 87AKC4). The specific display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display modes (for example, display colors corresponding to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4) including a red display, and the promotion effect executing means is a special mode (for example, display). The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, the size of the V-con display according to the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3) including a large V-con display using the image 87AKF3, and the predetermined The effect executing means is described by any one of a plurality of effect modes (for example, a message corresponding to the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3) including a predetermined mode (for example, a message of "extreme heat !!" using the display image 87AKE3). The predetermined effect can be executed, and the predetermined effect is executed according to the predetermined mode at a different ratio according to the display mode of the specific display (see, for example, 87AK41, a determination example of the cut-in effect in FIGS. 17-12). The promotion by the special aspect at different ratios according to the effect mode of the predetermined effect. The effect is executed (see, for example, 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-13), and is controlled to the advantageous state at different ratios according to the effect mode of the promotion effect (for example, FIG. (Refer to 87AK51, a determination example of the promotion effect according to the variable display result in 17-13). Hereinafter, an example of a form example of these game machines will be described as another form example.

(Basic explanation that is the premise of the feature part of this embodiment)
First, with reference to FIGS. 13 to 15, among the basic configurations and controls of the pachinko gaming machine 1, which is a premise of the feature portion described later, the points different from those of FIGS. 2, 4, and 5 described above will be described. .. Except for these differences, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 which is the premise of the feature portion is basically the same as the configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 8. The same is true.

FIG. 13 is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. Instead of connecting the frame LED 9 to the effect control board 12 via the LED control board 14, lamp control is performed. The main difference from FIG. 2 is that the game effect lamp 909 is connected via the substrate 9014. Further, the game effect lamp 909 is provided at a position where the frame LED 9 is provided in the peripheral portion of the game area in FIG. 1, and the game effect lamp 909 is configured to include the LED.

(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 9014, 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 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 909. Or, a lamp signal (a signal for designating a lamp on / off mode) is supplied to the lamp control board 9014. 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 lamp control board 9014 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 909, drives the game effect lamp 909 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 909 in a mode specified 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.

Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the sound control board 13, and the lamp control board 9014, 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.

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process similar to FIG. 3 described above 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. 14 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 S9021). 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 S9022). 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 or the like) and probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of the probability change state) are output (step S9023).

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 S9024). After that, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process process (step S9025). 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 S9026). 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 S9027). The CPU 103 may send and set an effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S9027, 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. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S9025 shown in FIG. 14 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S90101).

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 executing the command control process in step S9027 shown in FIG. 14, for example, after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

After executing the start winning determination process in S90101, the CPU 103 selects and executes any of the processes in steps S901 to S90120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each process (steps S90110 to S90120) 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 S90110 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 the display result 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. In addition, 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 S90111 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 S90112 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 S90113 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 S90114 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 S90115 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 S90116 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 S90117 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 S90118 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 S90119 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 of step S90120 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.

(Explanation of features related to set values)
Hereinafter, the feature portion related to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described.

Although not shown, the main board 11 of the pachinko game machine 1 is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko game machine 1 in a state of being housed in a board case configured to be openable by the first member and the second member. ing. Further, although not shown, the main board 11 has a lock switch for switching the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to a changeable set value change state, and a jackpot which will be described later in the set value change state. A setting changeover switch that functions as a setting switch for changing a set value such as a winning probability (ball output rate) and an open sensor that detects the opening of a gaming machine frame are provided. The set value change state in the present embodiment is also a state in which the staff of the game hall or the like can confirm the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (set value confirmation state).

Operation units such as these lock switches and setting changeover switches that can be operated by the staff of the amusement park and the like are provided in the setting changeover main body unit and are housed in the board case together with the main board 11. The lock switch and the setting changeover switch are exposed to the back side through an opening formed in the back surface of the board case so that the lock switch and the setting changeover switch can be operated without opening the board case.

A board case containing a lock switch and a setting changeover switch is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, the lock switch and the setting changeover switch are extremely difficult or impossible to operate when the game machine frame is closed, and can be operated by opening the game machine frame using a predetermined door key. .. Further, since the lock switch requires the operation of the setting key possessed by the staff of the game hall or the like, only the administrator who possesses the setting key can operate the lock switch. The lock switch is also a switch capable of performing an ON / OFF switching operation by a setting key. In the present embodiment, the mode in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys is illustrated, but these may be shared by one key.

A display monitor capable of displaying set values and base values is arranged on the board case. The display monitor is connected to the main board 11 and is arranged on the upper part of the board case. That is, the display monitor is arranged in front of the main board 11 in the board case when visually recognizing it. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame 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 is opened. This is the front of the pachinko machine 1 and is different from the front of the pachinko machine 1. As described above, the display monitor is arranged in front of the game board 2 when the back side of the game board 2 is visually recognized when the frame for the game machine is open. 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.

The display monitor includes a first display unit, a second display unit, a third display unit, and a fourth display unit. The first display unit to the fourth display unit of the display monitor are each composed of seven segments composed of seven segments drawing the character "8" and dots arranged at the lower right side of the seven segments. .. The first display unit to the fourth display unit of the display monitor can be lit or blinked in various colors such as red, blue, green, yellow, and white. It is also possible to display these colors in different colors or so-called rainbows while changing them in a very short cycle.

A game information display unit may be provided as a predetermined position of the game board 2 of the pachinko game machine 1, for example, at a lower left position of the game area. A round display, a right-handed lamp, a probability change lamp, and a time saving lamp are collectively arranged in the game information display unit. The round display can display the number of rounds and the type of big hit in the big hit game during the big hit game. The right-handed lamp lights up in a game state in which the game ball is launched toward the right game area, such as a low-accuracy high-base state as a time-saving state or a big hit game state. The probabilistic lamp lights up when it is in the probabilistic state. The time saving lamp lights up when the time saving state is reached. The round display is composed of 5 segments (LEDs).

The pachinko gaming machine 1 is configured such that the winning probability (ball output rate) of a big hit changes according to a set value. For example, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is changed by using the display result determination table (winning probability) according to the set value. The set value is composed 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. Further, as for the set value, 6 which is the largest value is the most disadvantageous value for the game field side, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is the more advantageous value for the game field side. If the ball output rate changes according to the set value, for example, the jackpot probability may change depending on the set value, and although the jackpot probability is constant, the number of rounds in the jackpot game state changes depending on the set value. May be good. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is configured so that any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player can be set. The set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is notified by transmitting a set value designation command from the side of the main board 11 to the side of the effect control board 12.

16-1 (A) and 16-1 (B) are explanatory views showing a display result determination table. Of these, FIG. 16-1 (A) shows a configuration example of the display result determination table for the first special figure used when the variable special figure is the first special figure, and FIG. 16-2 (A) shows the variable special figure. A configuration example of the display result determination table for the second special figure used when the figure is the second special figure is shown. The display result judgment table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit judgment value compared with the random number value MR1 for each set value is set as a variable display result (special figure display result) of a special symbol. Is. The random number value MR1 is a random number value for determining the display result, and the value is randomly updated in the range of 0 to 65535. The hit determination value in the display result determination table is also assigned to the special figure display result in the range of 0 to 65535. The display result judgment table is not limited to the one using individual display result judgment tables for the first special figure and the second special figure, and the display result judgment common to the first special figure and the second special figure. A table may be used.

Among the cases where the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for judging the display result is 1020 to 1346. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 1 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1346. Are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses".

Among the cases where the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1253 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Of the hit judgment values compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result when the game state is the probabilistic state in the case where the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, 1020 to Up to 1383 is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1253 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 2 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020-1383. Are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses".

Among the cases where the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020-1272 is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1429. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020-1272 is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 3 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1429. Are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses".

Among the cases where the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1292 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1487. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1292 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 4 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1487. Are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses".

Among the cases where the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1317 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1556. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1317 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 5 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1556. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss".

Among the cases where the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the first special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1674. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss". Among the cases where the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hits", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hits", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "misses". Among the cases where the set value is 6 and the variable special figure is the second special figure, when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit judgment value to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is 1020 to 1674. Is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "miss".

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 (low probability state) are the special figures of "big hit". It is assigned to the display result. As a result, in the probability change state (high probability state) in which the probability change control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is set as a "big hit" and controlled to the big hit game state in the normal state or the time saving state (low probability state). Then, the probability of being determined (for example, 1/300 when the set value is 1, 1/280 when the set value is 2, 1/260 when the set value is 3, and 1 / when the set value is 4). Compared to 240, 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 is controlled as a "big hit" and controlled to the big hit gaming state is higher. (For example, 1/200 when the set value is 1, 1/180 when the set value is 2, 1/160 when the set value is 3, 1/140 when the set value is 4, and the set value is When it is 5, it is 1/120, and when the set value is 6, it is 1/100). Each display so that the probability of being determined to control the jackpot gaming state is higher when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probability changing state (high probability state) than in the normal state or the time saving state. In the result determination table, the determination value is assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state.

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 (for example, if the setting value is 1, 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 1.5 times, and if the set value is 2, the ratio of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is about 1.56 times, and if the setting value is 3, the normal state or the time saving state The magnification of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in is not limited to 1.625 times), and the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state and the time saving state at each set value. The multiples of the jackpot probability in the above may be set to be constant (for example, 5 times).

In each first special figure display result determination table, 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 value is assigned. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 16-1 (A), in the display result determination table for the first 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 game state is set to 1/200. On the other hand, in each display result determination table for the second special figure, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit game state is the first special 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 FIG. 16-1 (B), 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 game state is set to 1/100.

Regardless of the set value, the special figure display result is not limited to the form in which the probability determined to control the small hit game state as "small hit" is the same probability, and the special figure display result is displayed according to the set value. The probability of being determined to control the small hit gaming state as a "small hit" may be different. It is not limited to the form in which the probability of being determined to control the small hit gaming state by setting the special figure display result as "small hit" according to the variable special map is different, and the special figure display result is " The probability of being determined to control the small hit gaming state as "small hit" may be the same probability.

16-2 to 16-5 show a numerical range of hit determination values assigned to "big hit" and "small hit" in each display result determination table. Of these, FIG. 16-2 shows the numerical range of the hit determination value corresponding to the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. FIG. 16-3 shows the numerical range of the hit determination value corresponding to the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the probability change state. FIG. 16-4 shows the numerical range of the hit determination value corresponding to the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state. FIG. 16-5 shows the numerical range of the hit determination value corresponding to the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the probability change state.

As shown in FIG. 16-2, 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 range from 102 to 1237 of the hit judgment values is a big hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value for judging. 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 to set. In the case of the value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set to 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. As described above, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, when the set value is 1 among the hit determination values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535, While only the numbers in the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", when the set value is 2 or more, the numerical value in the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the common numerical range is " It is assigned to "big hit". 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.

Further, 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 of 32767 to 33094 of the hit determination values is for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, in this case, 102 to 1346 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value, while the small hit judgment value is the case where the set value is 6. In a numerical range different from the range of the big hit determination value (1020 to 1346), 32767 is set as a reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit determination value in the range of 32767 to 33094. As a result, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the large hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As shown in FIG. 16-3, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the range of the hit determination values from 1020 to 1346 determines the big hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value for. When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020-1346 is assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 to set. In the case of the value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set to 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 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. In this way, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the probabilistic state, among the hit determination values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535, when the set value is 1, the common numerical range While only the numerical values in (1020 to 1346) are assigned to "big hit", when the set value is 2 or more, the numerical value in the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the common numerical range becomes "big hit". Assigned. 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.

Further, in the first special figure display result determination table when the game state is 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 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, in this case, 102 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value, while the small hit judgment value is the case where the set value is 6. In a numerical range different from the range of the big hit determination value (1020 to 1674), 32767 is set as a reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit determination value in the range of 32767 to 33094. As a result, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the large hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As shown in FIG. 16-4, 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 from 102 to 1237 of the hit judgment values is a big hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value for judging. 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 to set. In the case of the value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set to 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. In this way, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, when the set value is 1 among the hit determination values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535, While only the numbers in the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", when the set value is 2 or more, the numerical value in the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the common numerical range is " It is assigned to "big hit". 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.

Further, 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 range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, in this case, 102 to 1346 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value, while the small hit judgment value is the big hit when the set value is 6. In a numerical range different from the range of determination values (1020 to 1346), 32767 is set as a reference value (small hit reference value) for small hit determination values in the range of 32767 to 33421. As a result, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the large hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As shown in FIG. 16-5, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the range of the hit determination values from 1020 to 1346 determines the big hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value for. When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020-1346 is assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 to set. In the case of the value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set to 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 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. As described above, in the display result determination table for FIG. 2 when the game state is the probabilistic state, among the hit determination values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535, when the set value is 1, the common numerical range ( While only the numerical values in 1020 to 1346) are assigned to "big hit", when the set value is 2 or more, the numerical value in the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the common numerical range is assigned to "big hit". Has been done. 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.

Further, 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, in this case, 102 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value, while the small hit judgment value is the big hit when the set value is 6. In a numerical range different from the range of determination values (1020 to 1674), 32767 is set as a reference value (small hit reference value) for small hit determination values in the range of 32767 to 33421. As a result, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the large hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

In each display result judgment table, regardless of the game state and the set value, the judgment included in the continuous numerical range of 1 consisting of the common numerical range or the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range with the hit judgment value 1020 as a reference. The value is set as the numerical range of the jackpot judgment value, and the judgment value included in the continuous numerical range of 1 (common numerical range) based on the hit judgment value of 32767 is used as the small hit judgment regardless of the game state and the set value. The variable display result is judged as the numerical range of the value.

In each display result judgment table, when the fluctuation special figure is 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 the same). is there. 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 to 32767 as a reference value (small hit reference value).

In each gaming state, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the probability that it is determined that the special figure display result is controlled to the jackpot gaming state as "big hit" is the lowest, and the value of the set value is Judgment values are assigned so that the larger the value, the higher the probability that the special figure display result will be determined as a "big hit" and controlled to the big hit gaming state (big hit probability: setting value 6> setting value 5> setting value 4> setting). Value 3> Set value 2> Set value 1). The CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and when the value of the random number value 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 the random number value MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the small hit, it is determined that the special symbol is a small hit. In this way, the winning of the big hit and the small hit is decided with the probability according to the set value. The "probability" shown in FIG. 16-1 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 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B 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 game state, but the stop in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

The setting values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are not limited to a total of 6 setting values 1 to 6, and the setting values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are 5 or less. It may be 7 or more. The larger the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1, the more advantageous it is for the player (the probability of big hits increases, the specific big hit type can be easily determined, etc.), and the pachinko game is not limited to the form. The smaller the set value set in the machine 1, the more advantageous the player may be.

While the jackpot probability changes according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the game playability itself is not limited to a form that does not change, and the game is played according to the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The sex may change. For example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/320, and the probability variation state is 65%, which is the game property (so-called probability variation loop type). When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 2, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/200, and the gaming ball is set in the special variable winning ball device 7 during the jackpot game. While controlling the game state after the end of the big hit game to a probabilistic state based on passing through, the game property (so-called V) in which the ratio of the game ball passing through the predetermined switch during the big hit game is different according to the fluctuation special figure. Probability variation type), and when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 3, the jackpot probability is 1/320 and the small hit probability is 1/50, and the game is played during high base (during time reduction control). It may be a game property (so-called 1 type 2 type mixed type) in which the ball is controlled to a big hit gaming state based on passing through a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 1 to 3, the game playability is the same, but the jackpot probability and the small hit are higher than when these set values are any of 1 to 3. A setting may be provided in which the number of prize balls that can be obtained during the jackpot game is small while the probability is high (for example, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 4 to 6). When the playability is changed according to the set value, a common switch may be used for different purposes. Specifically, when the set value is 1 to 3, the predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 is used as the effect switch (to execute the predetermined effect each time the game ball passes through the predetermined area. When the set value is 4 to 6, the predetermined switch is used as a game switch (for controlling the game state to the probability change state or the jackpot game state based on the game ball passing through the predetermined switch). It may be used as a switch).

Next, the processing in the game control main processing in the feature unit related to the set value will be described. FIG. 16-6 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing performed in the game control main processing executed by the CPU 103. The processing in the game control main processing is, for example, in the game control main processing shown in FIG. 3, after the interrupt is set to prohibit, the stack pointer is set, the built-in device (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output port, etc. ), The setting for making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like may be executed after the initial setting is performed.

When the processing in the game control main processing is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the clear switch is ON, that is, whether or not the pachinko game machine 1 is activated while the clear switch is being operated. (Step S1A). Before the process of step S1A, a process of clearing the RAM clear flag indicating that the RAM clear process has been executed according to a predetermined condition may be performed.

When the clear switch is ON (step S1A; Yes), the RAM clear flag is set (step S2A) and the process proceeds to step S3A. When the clear switch is OFF (step S1A; No), step S2A The process proceeds to step S3A without executing the process of.

In step S3A, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the lock switch is ON (step S3A). When the lock switch is ON (step S3A; Yes), it is further determined whether or not the release sensor is ON (step S4A). When the release sensor is ON, that is, when the pachinko game machine 1 is started with the lock switch ON and the game machine frame open (step S4A; Yes), is the RAM clear flag set? Whether or not it is determined (step S5A).

When the RAM clear flag is set (step S5A), the set value change process (step S6A) for changing the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed to proceed to the process of step S8A. When the RAM clear flag is not set (step A5A; No), the set value confirmation process (step S7A) for confirming the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed to perform the process of step S8A. move on. If the lock switch is OFF (step S3A; No) or the release sensor is OFF (step S4A; No), the process proceeds to step S8A as it is.

The setting value change process is performed by turning on the lock switch and the clear switch while the gaming machine frame is open when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is once turned off (power cut) and then restarted. This is the process to be performed. In the set value change process, a process of transmitting a set value change start notification command to the effect control board 12, a process of updating the content of the address F001 in the RAM 102 as a temporary set value based on the operation of the setting changeover switch, A process of updating and storing a temporary set value as an actual set value at the address F000 in the RAM 102 and a process of transmitting a set value change end notification command to the effect control board 12 are performed according to the state of the lock switch.

In the set value confirmation process, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is once turned off (power cut) and then restarted, the lock switch 207SG051 is turned on (the clear switch is off) with the gaming machine frame open. It is a process performed by doing. In the set value confirmation process, a process of transmitting a set value confirmation start notification command to the effect control board 12, a display of the set value stored in the address F000 in the RAM 102 is started on the display monitor, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided. The process of outputting a security signal to a management device such as a management computer of a game hall via a terminal board (not shown), the display or the like is terminated according to the state of the lock switch, and the setting is set for the effect control board 12. The process of sending the value confirmation end notification command is performed.

In the set value change process and the set value confirmation process, the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the round display are turned on from the start of each process, and the first hold display 25A, By starting the second hold display 25B and the blinking of the right-handed lamp, the player, the staff of the game hall, etc. are changing or setting the set value of the pachinko game machine 1 from the front side of the pachinko game machine 1. It suffices if it is possible to recognize that the value is being confirmed. Further, the lighting pattern of the segment constituting the round display may be any mode as long as it does not correspond to any of the plurality of jackpot types. Further, the segments constituting the round display may be lit in different modes at the start of the set value change process and the start of the set value confirmation process.

In step S8A, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the RAM clear flag is set, that is, whether or not the RAM 102 is cleared (whether or not the RAM clear process (step S9A) is executed) when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started this time. (Step S8A). If the RAM clear flag is set (step S8A; Yes), the RAM clear process (step S9A) is executed and then the process proceeds to step S10A. If the RAM clear flag is not set (step S8A; No), the RAM is cleared. The process proceeds to step S10A without executing the process (step S9A). Then, as another process, for example, depending on whether or not the RAM clear flag is set, the CPU 103 recovers whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by a cold start or in a state before the power failure (starts by a hot start). ), Performs processing according to each (step S10A), and ends the processing in the game control main processing.

In the RAM clear processing, data other than the set value and the RAM clear flag is cleared by storing "00H" in an address other than the first address (F000) in which the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stored. Processing is done. In the RAM clear processing, instead of clearing the data other than the set value, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started by a cold start, the predetermined address of the RAM 102 (the address F000 in the feature unit 048AK of the present embodiment). It may be possible to clear only the game information stored in (F003 or later of ~ FXXX).

The process of step S10A includes a process of blinking all the segments constituting the display monitor for a period (for example, 5 seconds) of the cold start notification timer at the time of calling and starting the pachinko gaming machine 1. In addition, only a part of the segments may be blinked, or at least a part of all the segments constituting the display monitor may be turned on. Further, in the processing in the game control main processing, for example, based on the fact that an abnormal setting value is stored in the RAM 102 (setting value abnormality error), the recovery from the power failure during the setting change, and the like. A process of transmitting an error designation command according to an abnormality of the set value to the effect control board 12 may be included. Further, as a notification (error notification) of the occurrence of an abnormal setting value error or recovery from a power failure during setting change, the first display unit, the second display unit, the third display unit, and the fourth display that constitute the display monitor are displayed. A process of displaying "E." may be performed in each of the parts. Further, the CPU 103 blinks all the LEDs constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and manages the game hall via a terminal board (not shown) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. A security signal is output to a management device such as a computer, and thereafter, the CPU 103 displays until the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off (until the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off by the operation of a clerk at the game hall). The occurrence notification of an error may be executed by the monitor, the first special symbol display device 4A, and the second special symbol display device 4B.

In the process in the game control main process, when the lock switch is determined to be ON in step S3A and then the release sensor is determined to be OFF in step S4A, the opening of the game machine frame is detected. Since the operation of the lock switch is detected without this, an error designation command may be transmitted to the effect control board 12 and an error notification may be performed by a display monitor or the like. The process of step S10A may include a process of transmitting a set value notification command to the effect control board 12. The set value notification command may be transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by the process of step S10A regardless of whether or not the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 has been changed. As a result, on the side of the effect control board 12, when the power of the pachinko game machine 1 is turned on, the set value can be identifiable and stored regardless of whether or not the set value of the pachinko game machine 1 is changed. it can.

When an abnormal set value is set or when the power failure during the change of the set value is restored, the display monitor, the first special symbol display device 4A, and the second special symbol display device 4B notify the occurrence of an error. By executing the above, the staff of the game hall can recognize that the pachinko game machine 1 has recovered from the occurrence of an error or the power failure during the change of the set value from both the front side and the back side. .. In addition, the security of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be improved by making it possible for the management device of the game hall to recognize the occurrence of an error in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the recovery from the power failure while changing the set value. Will be.

As described above, as shown in FIG. 16-1, the display result determination table included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a hit determination value of 1020 to 1237 regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The range of is set as a common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 2 to 6 (when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 1), the value corresponding to each set value is set from 1238. The range up to is set as a non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value. When the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is any of 2 to 6, the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range of the big hit judgment value are continuous with the hit judgment value 1020 as the big hit reference value. Since it is set to be in a numerical range, when determining whether or not it is controlled to the jackpot gaming state, the value of the random number MR1 is from 1020 to the maximum value of the non-common numerical range according to each set value. It may be determined whether or not it is within the numerical range up to. As a result, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls in an advantageous state.

Since the numerical range of the jackpot judgment value within the range of 0 to 65535 is set at one place with 1020 as the reference value, it is disturbed as compared with the case where a plurality of numerical ranges of the advantageous state judgment value are provided. It is not necessary to determine whether or not the numerical value MR1 is within the numerical range of the jackpot determination value (whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state) multiple times. As a result, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls in an advantageous state.

As shown in FIG. 16-1, in the display result determination table, regardless of whether the game state is a normal state, a time saving state, or a probability variation state, the big hit determination value of 1020 is used as the big hit reference value. Since the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range of the values are set to be continuous numerical ranges, the value of the random number value MR1 is used when determining whether or not the game is controlled to the jackpot game state. Whether it is within the numerical range from 1020 to the maximum value of the non-common numerical range according to the normal state or the time saving state, and whether it is within the range from 1020 to the maximum value of the non-common numerical range according to the probabilistic state. It may be judged whether or not. As a result, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the jackpot gaming state.

As shown in FIG. 16-1, in the display result judgment table, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value depending on whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure. (While the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value in the first special figure display result judgment table is 328, the small hit judgment value in the second special figure display result judgment table The number of judgment values included in the numerical range of is 655, which is about twice as large). Therefore, when determining whether or not the small hit game state is controlled, the value of the random number MR1 is within the numerical range from 32767 to the maximum value of the small hit determination value according to the fluctuation special chart. It suffices to judge whether or not it is. As a result, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the small hit game state.

As shown in FIG. 16-1, the numerical range of the small hit determination value in the display result determination table is the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is set to a numerical range (32767 to 33094 or 32767 to 33421) different from the numerical range of the judgment value of the jackpot when it is 6. Therefore, when determining whether or not the game is controlled by the jackpot game state, it is determined whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the numerical range from 1020 to the maximum value of the non-common numerical range corresponding to each set value. When determining whether or not the small hit game state is controlled, the random number value MR1 is within the range from 32767 to the maximum value of the numerical range of the small hit determination value according to the fluctuation special chart. It may be determined whether or not. As a result, it is possible to reduce the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the big hit game state and the processing load for determining whether or not the CPU 103 controls the small hit game state.

(Explanation of feature parts 87AK to 89AK)
FIG. 17-1 shows a configuration example 87AKP0 of the screen display in the image display device 5 with respect to the feature units 87AK to 89AK. In the configuration example 87AKP0, an active display area 87AKA1, a first hold display area 87AKB1, and a second hold display area 87AKB2 are provided on the screen of the image display device 5. In the active display area 87AKA1, active display is performed by displaying an effect image corresponding to the variable display during execution. In the first hold display area 87AKB1, the hold display is performed by displaying the effect image corresponding to the variable display in which the execution is held according to the first hold storage number. In the second hold display area 87AKB2, the hold display is performed by displaying the effect image corresponding to the variable display in which the execution is held according to the second hold storage number. As described above, in the active display area 87AKA1, the first hold display area 87AKAB1, and the second hold display area 87AKAB2, active display and hold display which are specific displays based on the information related to the variable display are possible. The hold display in the first hold display area 87AKB1 is also referred to as a "first hold display", and the hold display in the second hold display area 87AKB2 is also referred to as a "second hold display".

The display area of the first hold display area 87AKB1 may be configured so that, for example, the first hold display is right-justified. In the first hold display area 87AKB1, four display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the first hold storage number "4" are provided, and the hold numbers "1", "2", and "3" are provided in order from the right end. , "4" may be associated with it. Based on the fact that the game ball has entered the first start winning opening, the number of first reserved memories corresponding to the first special figure game is increased. At this time, if there is no other first hold display in the first hold display area 87AKB1, the increased first hold is made at the rightmost display portion corresponding to the hold number "1" in the first hold display area 87AKB1. As a hold display corresponding to the number of memories, a display of an effect image showing a new first hold display is added. If there is another 1st hold display in the 1st hold display area 87AKB1, the display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other 1st hold display is performed in the 1st hold display area 87AKB1. In the part (display part corresponding to any of the hold numbers "2" to "4"), the effect image showing a new first hold display as the hold display corresponding to the increased first hold storage number. Add a display. When there is one or more first hold displays in the first hold display area 87AKB1 and a new first special figure game is started, the hold number corresponds to "1" in the first hold display area 87AKB1. At the rightmost display part, the first hold display is erased (digested). At this time, if there is a first hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4", those first hold displays are moved to the right side in the direction of the erased display part ( Shift). As described above, in the first hold display area 87AKB1, the first hold display corresponding to the first special figure game whose execution is held without being started is possible according to the number of first hold storages. Further, in the first hold display area 87AKB1, by displaying the effect image to be the hold display image, the first hold display included in the hold display corresponding to the variable display that has not been started is displayed as the corresponding display related to the variable display. It can be carried out.

The second hold display area 87AKB2 may be configured as a display area so that, for example, the second hold display is left-justified. In the second hold display area 87AKB2, four display parts corresponding to the upper limit of the second hold storage number "4" are provided, and the hold numbers "1", "2", and "3" are provided in order from the left end. , "4" may be associated with it. Based on the fact that the game ball has entered the second start winning opening, the number of second reserved memories corresponding to the second special figure game increases. At this time, if there is no other second hold display in the second hold display area 87AKB2, the increased second hold is displayed at the leftmost display portion corresponding to the hold number "1" in the second hold display area 87AKB2. As a hold display corresponding to the number of stored items, a display of an effect image showing a new second hold display is added. If there is another second hold display in the second hold display area 87AKB2, the display is hidden to the right of the display part where the other second hold display is performed in the second hold display area 87AKB2. A production image showing a new second hold display as a hold display corresponding to the increased second hold storage number at the part (display part corresponding to any of the hold numbers "2" to "4"). Add a display. When there is one or more second hold displays in the second hold display area 87AKB2 and a new second special figure game is started, the hold number corresponds to "1" in the second hold display area 87AKB2. The second hold display is erased (digested) at the leftmost display site. At this time, if there is a second hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4", those second hold displays are moved to the left side in the direction of the erased display part ( Shift). As described above, in the second hold display area 87AKB2, the second hold display corresponding to the second special figure game whose execution is held without being started is possible according to the second hold storage number. Further, in the second hold display area 87AKB2, by displaying the effect image to be the hold display image, the second hold display included in the hold display corresponding to the variable display that has not been started is displayed as the corresponding display related to the variable display. It can be carried out.

In the active display area 87AKA1, the active display corresponding to the first hold display deleted (digested) in the first hold display area 87AKAB1 is started in response to the start of the first special figure game. Further, in the active display area 87AKA1, in response to the start of the second special figure game, the active display corresponding to the second hold display erased (digested) in the second hold display area 87AKAB2 is started. In the active display area 87AKA1, by displaying the effect image that becomes the active display image, the active display corresponding to the variable display being executed can be performed as the corresponding display related to the variable display. The first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display may have the same color and pattern. For example, the active display is displayed larger than the first hold display and the second hold display. There may be. The display mode of the active display may change to a display mode different from that of the first hold display or the second hold display by executing the active display change effect.

On the screen of the image display device 5 in the configuration example 87AKP0, an active display area 87AKA1 is arranged between the first reserved display area 87AKB1 and the second reserved display area 87AKB2. On the other hand, the active display area 87AKA1, the first hold display area 87AKAB1, and the second hold display area 87AKAB2 may be arranged at arbitrary positions on the screen of the image display device 5. For example, the arrangement of the active display area 87AKA1 may not be changed, and the first reserved display area 87AKAB1 and the second reserved display area 87AKA2 may be interchanged and arranged.

In the feature units 87AK to 89AK, the advance notice effect of "active display change" is executed as an example of the advance notice effect. The notice effect of the "active display change" changes the display mode of the active display in the active display area 87AKA1 in response to the variable display whose execution has started, and the execution starts at a rate according to the display mode after the change. It is announced that the display result of the variable display will be "big hit" and will be controlled to the big hit game state. In the notice effect of "active display change", the display color of the active display corresponding to the variable display during execution is a specific color (for example, blue, green, or red) different from the predetermined color (for example, white) in the normal state. ). It suffices to suggest that the jackpot game state is controlled at a predetermined ratio by changing the display mode that the player can recognize, such as the display color of the active display. In the case of active display using an effect image showing a display pattern, a message, a character, or the like, any display mode may be changed to a display mode different from the normal display mode. The notice effect of "active display change" is also referred to as change notice or change effect.

The suggestion effect is executed before the advance notice effect of the "active display change" which is the change effect is executed. The suggestion effect suggests that the display mode of the active display changes. After the suggestion effect is executed, the change effect may be executed, or the change effect may not be executed. As described above, after the suggestion effect is executed, the display mode of the active display may change, or the display mode of the active display may not change. The suggestion effect includes a Gase suggestion effect. Since the change effect is not executed after the Gase suggestion effect is executed, the display mode of the active display does not change. The suggestion effect may be executed in a common effect mode regardless of whether the change effect is executed or not executed and the suggestion effect is not executed. As a result, the player may not be able to determine whether or not the display mode of the active display changes until the suggestion effect is completed. The suggestion effect and the change effect are separate effects in that the suggestion effect is executed before the change effect, but the change effect is not executed after the suggestion effect is executed. There is. The suggestion effect may be executed in an effect mode that temporarily changes the display mode of the active display, such as displaying an effect image of the character in the active display area 87AKA1. However, the display mode of the active display changed by the suggestion effect is different from the display mode of the active display changed by the change effect, and the change of the display mode is uncertain. Therefore, for example, whether to return to the white display in the normal state. , It may be impossible or difficult to determine during the execution of the suggestion effect whether the change to the specific color display different from the white display is confirmed.

FIG. 17-2 shows a configuration example of a variation pattern relating to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK. These fluctuation patterns may be prepared in advance so as to be usable in place of a part or all of the fluctuation patterns in the above-described embodiment or together with a part or all of the fluctuation patterns in the above-mentioned embodiment. The plurality of fluctuation patterns differ in the special figure fluctuation time and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol. The special figure fluctuation time is the time required from the start of variable display of the special symbol to the stop display of the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game such as the first special figure game and the second special figure game. The plurality of fluctuation patterns relating to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK include fluctuation patterns corresponding to any of non-reach (loss), reach (loss), and jackpot. Non-reach (loss) is a case where the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "non-reach loss". Reach (loss) is a case where the fixed decorative symbol of the reach combination that is not the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "reach loss". The jackpot is a case where the fixed decorative symbol of the jackpot combination is stopped and displayed as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol, and the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "big hit". The fluctuation pattern corresponding to non-reach (loss) is a non-reach fluctuation pattern, the fluctuation pattern corresponding to reach (loss) is a reach fluctuation pattern, and the fluctuation pattern corresponding to a jackpot is a jackpot fluctuation pattern. The non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are also collectively referred to as a loss fluctuation pattern. The reach fluctuation pattern and the jackpot fluctuation pattern include a "normal" fluctuation pattern in which the display result of the variable display is stopped and displayed after the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed, and a super reach after the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed. It includes a variation pattern of "super" in which the display result of the variable display is stopped and displayed after the reach effect that develops into the reach effect and becomes the super reach is executed. The reach production that becomes the super reach includes the reach production of Super A and Super B, which have different production modes.

FIG. 17-3 shows an example of determining the fluctuation pattern. Examples of determining the variation pattern are the jackpot variation pattern determination example 87AK01 shown in FIG. 17-3 (A), the loss variation pattern determination example (normal time) 87AK02 shown in FIG. 17-3 (B1), and FIG. 17-3 ( It includes 87AK03, which is an example of determining the loss fluctuation pattern shown in B2) (during a short time). The jackpot fluctuation pattern determination example 87AK01 corresponds to the case where the display result of the variable display is “big hit”. Loss fluctuation pattern determination example (normal time) 87AK02 corresponds to the case where the display result of the variable display becomes “loss” in the normal state where the time reduction control is not performed. Loss fluctuation pattern determination example (during time reduction) 87AK03 corresponds to a case where the display result of the variable display becomes "loss" in the time reduction state in which the time reduction control is performed. In the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 of the special symbol process process, when the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit" or when the time reduction control is not performed and the time reduction control becomes "missing", the time reduction control is performed. The fluctuation pattern at the time of big hit or loss is determined by using the selected fluctuation pattern determination table depending on the case where “loss” occurs during the time reduction performed. When determining the variation pattern, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the variation pattern is read from the variation random number buffer. The random number buffer for variation can store the extracted random number value when the start winning determination process is executed in step S101 of the special symbol process process. The effect control CPU 120 compares the random number value for determining the variation pattern read from the random number buffer for variation with the determination value preset in the selected variation pattern determination table. Then, among the range of the determination values assigned for each variation pattern, the variation pattern to be used is determined according to the determination result of which range includes the random number value for determining the variation pattern. It should be noted that, by a process separate from the determination of the fluctuation pattern, it may be determined whether or not the reach mode is adopted in the case of “loss”.

In the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination example 87AK01, the number of determination values assigned to the “super” fluctuation patterns such as fluctuation patterns PA3-2 and PA3-3 is the “normal” fluctuation pattern such as fluctuation pattern PA3-1. Decision values are assigned to each variation pattern so that the number of decision values is greater than the number of decision values assigned to. On the other hand, in the loss fluctuation pattern determination example (normal time) 87AK02 and the loss fluctuation pattern determination example (time reduction medium) 87AK03, the number of determination values assigned to the “normal” fluctuation pattern such as the fluctuation pattern PA2-1. Is assigned a determination value to each variation pattern so as to be larger than the number of determination values assigned to the variation patterns of "super" such as variation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3. As a result, when the display result of the variable display is stopped and displayed after the reach effect that becomes the super reach is executed, the reach effect that becomes the super reach is not executed even if the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed, and the variable display is displayed. The jackpot expectation (big hit reliability) is higher than when the display result is stopped and displayed.

Loss fluctuation pattern determination example (normal time) In 87AK02, the number of assigned determination values differs depending on which value the first reserved storage number is 0, 1, or 2 or more. May be set to include. With such a setting, it is sufficient that the average variable display time (special symbol fluctuation time) of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be made different according to the first reserved storage number. When the first reserved storage number is equal to or more than a predetermined value (for example, "2"), the average variable display time can be shortened as compared with the case where the first reserved storage number is less than the predetermined value. A determined value may be assigned to the fluctuation pattern. Loss variation pattern determination example (during time reduction) In 87AK03, the number of assigned determination values differs depending on which value is 0, 1, or 2 or more in the second reserved storage number. May be set to include. With such a setting, it is sufficient that the average variable display time (special symbol variation time) of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be made different according to the second reserved storage number. When the second reserved storage number is equal to or more than a predetermined value (for example, "2"), the average variable display time can be shortened as compared with the case where the second reserved storage number is less than the predetermined value. A determined value may be assigned to the fluctuation pattern. In the loss fluctuation pattern determination example (medium time reduction) 87AK03, the determination assigned to the variation pattern in which the special figure variation time is shorter than the variation pattern in which the special figure variation time is long as compared with the loss variation pattern determination example (normal time) 87AK02. A determined value may be assigned to each fluctuation pattern so that the number of values increases. As a result, it is sufficient that the average variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol can be shortened when the time reduction control is performed during the time reduction, as compared with the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed.

In the normal time when the time reduction control is not performed, it is difficult for the game ball to pass (enter) through the second start winning opening, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the second special figure is low. Therefore, when the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in the normal time and the display result of the variable display becomes "missing", the first reserved storage number is set regardless of the second reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data as when the value is a predetermined value (for example, “0”). Alternatively, if the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started at normal times and the display result of the variable display becomes "missing", the special figure game is started regardless of the second reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the table data according to the first reserved storage number at the time point. Alternatively, in response to the fact that the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the loss fluctuation pattern determination example regardless of the second reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined by referring to the table data in which the allocation of the determination value is different from that of 87AK02 (normal time). Alternatively, if the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in the normal time and the display result of the variable display becomes "miss", the "first hold" in the loss fluctuation pattern determination example (normal time) 87AK02. The fluctuation pattern may be determined by replacing "the number of stored items" with "the number of stored items on hold" and referring to the table data corresponding to the number of stored items on hold.

During the time reduction when the time reduction control is performed, the game ball easily passes (enters) through the second start winning opening, and the special figure game using the second special figure is frequently executed. When the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the special figure game using the second special figure is repeated if the time is shortened. There is a high possibility that it will be executed, and the frequency of executing the special figure game using the first special figure is low. Then, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started during the time saving, the second reserved storage number is 0. Therefore, if the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started during the time saving and the display result of the variable display becomes "missing", the second reserved storage number is irrespective of the first reserved storage number. The fluctuation pattern may be determined with reference to the same table data as when is a predetermined value (for example, “0”). Alternatively, the variation pattern may be determined by referring to the table data in which the allocation of the determination value is different from that of the loss variation pattern determination example (in the time saving) 87AK03 regardless of the number of first reserved storages. Alternatively, if the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started during the time reduction and the display result of the variable display becomes "loss", the "second" in the loss fluctuation pattern determination example (time reduction) 87AK03. The fluctuation pattern may be determined by replacing "the number of reserved storages" with "the first number of reserved storages" and referring to the table data corresponding to the first number of reserved storages.

17-4 (A1) to (A4) show active display examples relating to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK. The active display can be displayed in different display modes such as display colors. In this active display example, four display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4 are prepared in advance as a plurality of effect images that can be used for active display. The number of display images that can be used for active display is not limited to four, and may be a plurality of images based on an arbitrary design. The display image 87AKC1 is an effect image when the character indicating the coin is displayed in white. The display image 87AKC2 is an effect image when the character indicating the coin is displayed in blue. The display image 87AKC3 is an effect image when the character indicating the coin is displayed in green. The display image 87AKC4 is an effect image when the character indicating the coin is displayed in red. In the active display, as a normal display mode, a white display of a character indicating a coin is performed by the display image 87AKC1. The change effect includes a case where the display color of the active display is blue, green, or red. Of these, when the display color is red, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the display color is blue or green. When the display color is green, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the display color is blue. As described above, the active display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display modes such as white display, blue display, green display, and red display. Further, the active display can be displayed in a specific mode such as a red display using the display image 87AKC4. The active display may be displayed in a different display mode together with the display color or in place of the display color depending on the type, size, shape, pattern, and other display modes of any effect image.

FIGS. 17-4 (B1) to (B3) show examples of suggestive effects relating to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK. The suggestion effect can be executed with different effect modes including the display mode, such as a character. In this suggestion effect example, three display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 are prepared in advance as a plurality of effect images that can be used for the suggestion effect. The number of display images that can be used for the suggestion effect is not limited to three, and may be a plurality of images based on an arbitrary design. The display image 87AKD1 is an effect image in the case where the character showing the coin explodes in the active display. The display image 87AKD2 is an effect image in the case where the character indicating the coin emits light in the active display. The display image 87AKD3 is an effect image in the case where the character indicating the coin is rotated in the active display. In the suggestion effect, the ratio of whether or not the display mode of the active display is changed by executing the change effect differs depending on the execution timing and the effect mode. In addition, the ratio of which of the plurality of display modes the active display display mode changes after the execution of the change effect differs depending on the effect mode of the suggestion effect. As described above, the suggestion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes, such as an effect mode in which any of the displayed images 87 AKD 1 to 87 AKD 3 is displayed.

17-5 (A1) to (A3) show an example of a cut-in effect relating to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK. The cut-in effect can be executed at a predetermined timing during execution of the reach effect that becomes the super reach after the reach is established in which the variable display of the decorative symbol is the reach mode. In the cut-in effect, for example, an effect image of a character that notifies a message is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. The cut-in effect is a ratio according to whether or not it was executed along with the reach effect that becomes super reach, and a ratio according to the effect mode when it is executed, and the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit" and the big hit game state. Foretell that it will be controlled by. The cut-in effect is the content of the message by the character, the type of character, size, shape, pattern, color, type of frame to be the outer frame, size, shape, pattern, color, type of effect display, size, shape, pattern, It suffices if it can be executed in a different production mode depending on the color and other display modes of any production image.

In the cut-in effect example of FIGS. 17-5 (A1) to (A3), three display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3 are prepared in advance as a plurality of effect images that can be used for the cut-in effect. The number of display images that can be used for the cut-in effect is not limited to three, and may be a plurality of images based on an arbitrary design. The display image 87AKE1 is an effect image when displaying a character for notifying the message of "???". The display image 87AKE2 is an effect image when displaying a character that notifies the message of "chance !!". The display image 87AKE3 is an effect image when displaying a character that notifies the message of "super heat !!". The ratio of whether or not to execute the cut-in effect and the ratio of notifying the message of "extreme heat !!" differ depending on the display mode of the active display. As described above, the cut-in effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes, such as a message effect mode in which the display image 87AKE1 to 87AKE3 is displayed to notify the user. Further, the cut-in effect can be executed by a predetermined mode such as an effect mode for notifying the message of "super heat !!" using the display image 87AKE3.

17-5 (B1) to (B3) show examples of promotion effects related to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK. The promotion effect can be executed at the final stage of the reach effect, which is the super reach. By executing the promotion effect, the player's movements such as the movement of tilting the operation stick of the stick controller 31A, which is the V controller, are promoted. The tilting operation for tilting the operation stick of the stick controller 31A may include a pulling operation for tilting the operation stick toward the front side. In the promotion effect, for example, an effect image that is a V-con image imitating the stick controller 31A is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Along with the V-con image, a meter image notifying the remaining period for effectively detecting the movement of the player may be displayed. Along with the V-con image, a character image for notifying the message "Close !!" may be displayed. By displaying such a V-con image, a meter image, a character image, or an effect image including a part or all of these, the operation of the player who is the pulling operation of the V controller may be promoted. In the promotion effect, the ratio of which of the plurality of effect modes is different depends on whether or not the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit" and is controlled to the big hit game state. The promotion effect may be executed in a different effect mode depending on the size, shape, pattern, color, and other display modes of the arbitrary effect image for the V-con image, meter image, and character image.

In the promotion effect example of FIGS. 17-5 (B1) to (B3), three display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 are prepared in advance as a plurality of effect images that can be used for the promotion effect. The number of effect images that can be used for the promotion effect is not limited to three, and may be a plurality of images based on an arbitrary design. The display image 87AKF1 is an effect image in the case of a small V-con display that displays a small-sized V-con image together with a meter image and a character image. The display image 87AKF2 is an effect image in the case of a medium V-con display for displaying a medium-sized V-con image together with a meter image and a character image. The display image 87AKF3 is an effect image in the case of a large V-con display that displays a large-sized V-con image together with a meter image and a character image. For the promotion effect, the ratio of the large V-con display may be different depending on the presence / absence of the cut-in effect and the effect mode, or the ratio of the large V-con display may be different depending on the presence / absence of the change effect and the execution timing. Alternatively, the ratio of the large V-con display may be different depending on the presence or absence of the suggestion effect and the effect mode. In the reach effect that is the super reach, when the movement of the player that is the pulling operation of the V controller is detected in response to the promotion effect, the final notification effect that is the operation effect is executed. As described above, the promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes, such as an effect mode according to the size of the V-con display displaying any of the displayed images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3. Further, the promotion effect can be executed by a special mode such as a large V-con display effect mode using the display image 87AKF3.

FIG. 17-6 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S171 of the effect control process process as the variable display start setting process. In the variable display start setting process, the final stop symbol and the like are determined (step 87AKS021). The effect control CPU 120 determines the final stop symbol based on the variable display contents such as the variable pattern indicated by the variable pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 and the variable display result indicated by the variable display result notification command. You just have to decide. The variation pattern specification command and the display result notification command are mainly generated by setting the command transmission at the start of variation of the special symbol when the variation pattern setting process is executed in step S111 of the special symbol process process. It is transmitted from the board 11 to the effect control board 12. The variation pattern specification command is an effect control command that specifies a variation pattern determined as a usage pattern. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command that specifies a variable display result determined by using a random number value for determining a special figure display result. As an example, the variable display contents according to the combination of fluctuation patterns and variable display results include "non-reach (loss)", "reach (loss)", "non-probability (big hit)", and "probability (big hit)". All you need is.

When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the variable display of the decorative symbol does not become the reach mode, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed, and the display result of the variable display is ". It becomes "missing". When the variable display content is "reach (loss)", after the variable display of the decorative symbol is in the reach mode, the final decorative symbol of the reach loss combination is stopped and displayed, and the display result of the variable display is "loss". Become. When the variable display content is "non-probability change (big hit)", the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit", and the game state after the end of the big hit game state becomes the time saving state. When the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the display result of the variable display becomes "big hit", and the game state after the end of the big hit game state becomes the probability change state.

When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", the effect control CPU 120 finally stops the different (mismatched) decorative symbols in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R. To decide. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124, the random counter for effect, or the like, and uses a left confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. By referring to or the like, among the fixed decorative symbols, the left fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. Next, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the right-determined symbol, which is updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect, is extracted, and the right-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in ROM 121 is referred to. Among the fixed decorative symbols, the right fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. At this time, it is preferable that the symbol number of the right fixed decorative symbol is determined so as to be different from the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol by the setting in the right confirmed symbol determination table or the like. Subsequently, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the medium-determined symbol determination table previously stored and prepared in the ROM 121 is referred to. Among the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined.

When the variable display content is "reach (loss)", the effect control CPU 120 finally stops the same (matching) decorative symbol in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R. To decide. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left / right confirmed symbol updated by the random number circuit 124, the random counter for effect, or the like, and uses a left / right confirmed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121. By referring to or the like, among the fixed decorative symbols, the decorative symbols having the same stop-displayed symbol numbers in the "left" and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R on the screen of the image display device 5 are displayed. decide. Further, the numerical data indicating the random number value for determining the medium-determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the random counter for effect is extracted, and the medium-determined symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 is referred to. As a result, among the fixed decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the screen of the image display device 5 is determined. Here, for example, when the symbol number of the medium-fixed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol, and the fixed decorative symbol is a jackpot combination, an arbitrary value is used. By adding or subtracting (for example, "1") to the symbol number of the medium fixed decorative symbol, the fixed decorative symbol may be a reach combination instead of a jackpot combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-fixed decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the left-fixed decorative symbol and the right-fixed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-fixed decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. ..

When the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", the effect control CPU 120 has "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The same (matching) decorative symbol is determined as the final stop symbol. The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a random number value for determining a jackpot confirmed symbol, which is updated by the random number circuit 124, the effect random counter, or the like. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot confirmation symbol determination table stored and prepared in advance in the ROM 121, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L on the screen of the image display device 5 Determines decorative symbols with the same symbol number that is stopped and displayed along with 5C and 5R. At this time, depending on whether the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", and whether or not the promotion effect during big hit is executed, a normal symbol (for example, an even number) is displayed. It suffices to determine which of the indicated decorative symbol) and the probabilistic pattern (for example, the decorative symbol indicating an odd number) is to be the final decorative symbol. In the jackpot promotion effect, the combination of decorative symbols (non-probability variation jackpot combination) that reminds the jackpot but does not recall the probability variation state is temporarily stopped and displayed in the image display device 5, and then during the jackpot game state or the jackpot gaming state. It is a production that notifies whether or not a probability change state is reached at the end of.

As a specific example, when the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)", a fixed decorative symbol is determined from a plurality of types of normal symbols. In addition, when it is determined that the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)" and the promotion effect during the big hit is not executed, the definite decoration symbol is determined from among a plurality of types of probabilistic symbols. On the other hand, when it is decided to execute the promotion effect during the big hit even if the variable display content is "probability change (big hit)", the fixed decorative symbol is decided from among a plurality of types of normal symbols. As a result, even though the probabilistic symbols are aligned and displayed as the final decorative symbols, it is possible to prevent the promotion effect during the big hit from being executed so as not to give the player a sense of distrust.

When the variable display content is "non-probability (big hit)" or "probability (big hit)", in step 126AKS011, it is decided whether or not to execute the probabilistic promotion effect such as the re-lottery effect or the big hit medium promotion effect. You may be broken. In the re-lottery effect, once the decorative symbol of the non-probable variable jackpot combination consisting of the same normal symbol is displayed during the variable display of the decorative symbol, it is once difficult or unrecognizable to be controlled to the probabilistic state. The player can recognizablely notify that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probabilistic state by displaying (re-variating) the decorative symbol again and stopping and displaying the decorative symbol of the probabilistic jackpot combination consisting of the same probabilistic symbol. In addition, after the decorative symbol is re-variated by the re-lottery effect, the decorative symbol of the non-probability change jackpot combination may be stopped and displayed, so that it may not be notified that the decorative symbol is controlled to the probabilistic state. When it is determined in step 126AKS011 that the re-lottery effect is to be executed, a combination of decorative symbols to be temporarily stopped and displayed may be determined before the re-lottery effect is executed.

After the final stop symbol and the like are determined in step 87AKS021, the effect determination process is executed (step 87AKS022). In the effect determination process, it is sufficient that the final display image, which is the final display mode of the active display, the change pattern used for the change effect, the suggestion effect, the cut-in effect, the promotion effect, and the like can be determined. Subsequently, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of prepared patterns (step 87AKS023). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special figure variation effect control pattern) in response to the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern designation command, and uses it as a usage pattern. set. Further, the effect control CPU 120 may select one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns and set them as usage patterns in response to the execution settings of various effects by the effect determination process in step 87AKS022. For a plurality of effect control patterns, a change effect control pattern for executing a change effect, a suggestion effect control pattern for executing a suggestion effect, a cut-in effect control pattern for executing a cut-in effect, and a promotion effect are executed. The promotion effect control pattern for the purpose may be included. As the effect control pattern corresponding to the variable display of the decorative pattern and various effects, a plurality of effect control patterns may be individually determined, or a single effect control pattern corresponding to the combination of the variable display of the decorative pattern and the execution settings of various effects. The effect control pattern may be determined all at once.

When the effect control pattern is determined by step 87AKS023, for example, the initial effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (effect control timer setting unit, etc.) corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command. Set the value (step 87AKS024). Then, a setting is made on the screen of the image display device 5 to start the fluctuation of the decorative pattern or the like (step 87AKS025). At this time, for example, the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in step 87AKS023 is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123. The variation of the decorative symbols may be started in the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the screen of the image display device 5.

After setting the variable start in step 87AKS025, the hold display such as the first hold display in the first hold display area 87AKB1 and the second hold display in the second hold display area 87AKB2 corresponds to the start of the variable display. And so on (step 87AKS026). For example, when the first special figure game is executed (started), in the first hold display area 87AKB1, the display part (display part at the right end) corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested). , The first hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4" is moved (shifted) one by one to the right. On the other hand, when the second special figure game is executed (started), in the second hold display area 87AKB2, the display part (display part at the left end) corresponding to the hold number "1" is erased (digested). , The second hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers "2" to "4" is moved (shifted) one by one to the left. As a result, the hold display is shifted. The stored contents of the hold display data storage unit may be shifted in accordance with the shift of the hold display. In addition, settings for updating the active display in the active display area 87AKA1 are made in response to the deleted hold display. As a result, with the start of the variable display, it is possible to start the display of the effect image that becomes the active display in the active display area 87AKA1.

If both the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number are "0" and the variable display is immediately started based on the occurrence of the first start winning prize or the second starting winning prize, the first is The setting for updating the active display in the active display area 87AKA1 may be made without updating the 1 hold display or the second hold display. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 may start the active display, which is a round plain and white display, in the active display area 87AKA1 as a normal display mode in the active display. After updating the hold display or the like in step 87AKS026, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", which is a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (step 87AKS027), and then the variable display start setting process ends. ..

FIG. 17-7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step 87AKS022 of the variable display start setting process as the effect determination process. In the effect determination process, the final display image of the active display is determined (step 87AKS101). The final display image of the active display is an effect image that is finally displayed as the active display. In step 87AKS101, it is possible to determine one of the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4 in accordance with the case where the display mode of the active display is not changed or is changed. After that, the change pattern of the active display is determined (step 87AKS102). The change pattern of the active display is used for a change effect that changes the display mode of the active display. The change pattern of the active display is an effect pattern in which the effect mode of the change effect can be specified, and a plurality of patterns may be prepared in advance by being stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 121. In step 87AKS102, in order to determine the change pattern of the active display, it is determined whether or not there is a change effect. Whether or not there is a change effect is either "with change" or "no change" in which the change effect is executed, depending on the comparison result between the pre-change image, which is the display mode when the active display is started, and the final display image. Is decided on. For example, the pre-change image and the final display image are compared, and if they are different display images, it is determined that there is a change effect to execute the change effect. When the variable display is started without the pre-change image and the final display image matching, the display of the active display effect image is changed directly or stepwise to the final display image by executing the change effect. Just do it. When the pre-change image and the final display image are the same display image, it may be determined as "no change" in which the change effect is not executed. When it is determined that there is no change in which the change effect is not executed, it may be determined without the change pattern of the active display. When it is determined that there is a change to execute the change effect, it is possible to determine a single or a plurality of change patterns corresponding to a plurality of timings at which the change effect can be executed.

Following step 87AKS102, the suggestion effect is determined (step 87AKS103). In step 87AKS103, it is possible to determine one of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 according to the timing at which the change effect is executed. Further, even at the timing when the change effect is not executed, if the Gase suggestion effect is executed, it can be determined to be one of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3. Next, as a reach effect corresponding to the fluctuation pattern, it is determined whether or not there is a super that executes the reach effect in the super reach (step 87AKS104). At this time, if the reach effect in the super reach is not executed and it is determined that there is no super (step 87AKS104; No), the effect determination process is terminated. If it is determined that there is a supermarket (step 87AKS104; Yes), the cut-in effect is determined (step 87AKS105), the promotion effect is determined (step 87AKS106), and then the effect determination process is terminated.

FIG. 17-8 shows a determination example of the final display image. In step 87AKS101 of the effect determination process, a random number value for determining the final display image is extracted, and the final display image is determined by referring to the final display image determination table according to the variable display content based on the random number value. Just do it. As a determination example of the final display image, there may be a case where the determination example 87AK11 is determined by the determination ratio according to the variable display content as shown in FIG. 17-8. The determination example 87AK11 includes the cases of "non-reach (loss)", "normal (loss)", "super (loss)", and "big hit" as the variable display contents for determining the final display image. When the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)", it corresponds to the case where the reach effect is not executed due to the non-reach fluctuation pattern among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "loss". When the variable display content is "normal (loss)", it corresponds to the case where the display result of the variable display is "loss" and the reach effect that becomes normal reach is executed by the fluctuation pattern of "normal". There is. When the variable display content is "super (loss)", it corresponds to the case where the display result of the variable display is "loss" and the reach effect that becomes super reach is executed by the fluctuation pattern of "super". ing. When the variable display content is "big hit", it corresponds to the case where the display result of the variable display is "big hit".

In the determination example 87AK11 shown in FIG. 17-8, the determination ratios of the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4, which are the final display images, differ depending on whether or not the variable display content is "big hit" and is controlled to the big hit gaming state. For example, the display image 87AKC1 is determined at the highest ratio when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "normal (loss)", and the variable display content is "super (loss)" or "big hit". If, the decision rate is low. On the other hand, in the display image 87AKC4, when the variable display content is "non-reach (loss)" or "normal (loss)", the determination ratio cannot be determined at 0/100 (= 0%), and the variable display is variable. When the content is "big hit", the decision rate is the highest. Due to the difference in the determination ratio according to the variable display content, when the final display image is the display image 87AKC4, the expectation of being controlled to the jackpot game state is the highest. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC3, the expectation degree controlled by the jackpot gaming state is lower than that of the display image 87AKC4, but higher than that of the display images 87AKC2 and 87AKC1. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC2, the expectation degree controlled by the jackpot gaming state is lower than that of the display images 87AKC4 and 87AKC3, but higher than that of the display image 87AKC1. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC1, the expectation that the jackpot game state is controlled is the lowest. As described above, it may be possible to suggest that the active display is controlled to the jackpot gaming state at different ratios depending on the display mode such as the display color.

FIG. 17-9 shows a configuration example of the change pattern used for the change effect and the executable timing of the change effect. In the configuration example of the change pattern shown in FIG. 17-9 (A), change patterns 87AKP1-1 to 87AKP1-6 are prepared in advance as a plurality of change patterns that can be used for the change effect. The plurality of change patterns correspond to the combination of the active display display image (pre-change image) before the change effect is executed and the active display display image (post-change image) after the change effect is executed. For example, the change pattern 87AKP1-1 is used when the pre-change image is the display image 87AKC1 and the post-change image is the display image 87AKC2 due to the change effect. The change pattern 87AKP1-2 is used when the pre-change image is the display image 87AKC1 and the post-change image is the display image 87AKC3 due to the change effect. The change pattern 87AKP1-3 is used when the pre-change image is the display image 87AKC1 and the post-change image is the display image 87AKC4 due to the change effect. The change pattern 87AKP1-4 is used when the pre-change image is the display image 87AKC2 and the post-change image is the display image 87AKC3 due to the change effect. The change pattern 87AKP1-5 is used when the pre-change image is the display image 87AKC2 and the post-change image is the display image 87AKC4 due to the change effect. The change pattern 87AKP1-6 is used when the pre-change image is the display image 87AKC3 and the post-change image is the display image 87AKC4 due to the change effect. The change effect can be executed at a single timing or at a plurality of timings while the variable display of the decorative symbol is being executed according to the fluctuation pattern.

FIG. 17-9 (B1) shows the timing at which the change effect can be executed in the case of non-reach (loss) corresponding to the non-reach fluctuation pattern. In the case of non-reach (loss), the change effect can be executed at the timing before the reach is established, which is the first timing. As described above, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is not in the reach mode, it is possible to execute the change effect at a single timing while the variable display of the decorative symbol is being executed.

FIG. 17-9 (B2) shows the timing at which the change effect can be executed when the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed corresponding to the “normal” fluctuation pattern. When the reach effect that is the normal reach is executed, the change effect can be executed before the reach is established, which is the first timing, or after the reach is established. In this way, when the variable display of the decorative symbol is in the reach mode and the reach effect of the normal reach is executed, the change effect can be executed at the timing of two times while the variable display of the decorative symbol is being executed.

FIG. 17-9 (B3) shows the timing at which the change effect can be executed when the reach effect that becomes the super reach is executed corresponding to the variation pattern of the “super”. When the reach effect that becomes the super reach is executed, the change effect can be executed at the timing of the first timing before the reach is established, after the reach is established, at the time of super development, and at the timing of the second timing of the cut-in effect. Is. In this way, when the variable display of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode and the reach effect that becomes the super reach is executed, the change effect can be executed at four timings while the variable display of the decorative symbol is being executed. The first timing and the second timing may be any timing as long as the relationship that the second timing is later than the first timing is maintained. Further, the present invention is not limited to these timings, and it is sufficient that the change effect can be executed at a single or a plurality of timings while the variable display of the decorative symbol is being executed. In the active display area 87AKA1, the display of the effect image to be the active display is started in response to the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern. After the active display is started in this way, the cut-in effect can be executed before the operation effect is executed in the reach effect that becomes the super reach.

FIG. 17-10 shows an example of determining the change pattern. In step 87AKS102 of the effect determination process, a single or a plurality of random values for determining the change pattern are extracted, and based on the random values, the change pattern determination table is referred to according to the final display image in the active display. The change pattern corresponding to the timing may be determined. The change pattern determination examples include a "no super" determination example corresponding to a fluctuation pattern other than the "super" fluctuation pattern and a "super presence" determination example corresponding to a "super" fluctuation pattern. It suffices if the determination example is included.

FIG. 17-10 (A) shows 87AK21, which is a determination example of the change pattern corresponding to the first timing before the reach is established, as a determination example of “no supermarket”. In the determination example 87AK21, the presence / absence and type of the change pattern corresponding to the first timing are determined according to the final display image in the active display. If it is determined without a change pattern, the change effect is not executed. For example, when the final display image is the display image 87AKC1, the white display, which is the normal mode as the display mode of the active display, does not change, so 100/100 (= 100%) corresponding to the fact that the change effect is not executed. Determined at the rate of no change pattern. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC2, the change pattern at a ratio of 100/100 (= 100%) corresponds to changing the white display, which is a normal mode, to the blue display as the display mode of the active display. It is decided to be 87AKP1-1. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC3, the change pattern is at a ratio of 100/100 (= 100%) corresponding to changing the white display, which is the normal mode, to the green display as the display mode of the active display. It is decided to be 87AKP1-2. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC4, the change pattern is at a ratio of 100/100 (= 100%) corresponding to changing the white display, which is the normal mode, to the red display as the display mode of the active display. Determined to be 87AKP1-3.

FIG. 17-10 (B) shows a determination example 87AK22 of a fluctuation pattern corresponding to the first timing before the reach is established and the second timing during the cut-in effect as a determination example of “with supermarket”. There is. In the determination example 87AK22, the presence / absence and type of the change pattern corresponding to the first timing and the second timing are determined according to the final display image in the active display. For example, when the final display image is the display image 87AKC1, the white display, which is the normal mode as the display mode of the active display, does not change, so 100/100 (= 100%) corresponding to the fact that the change effect is not executed. The ratio is determined without the change pattern of the first timing and the second timing. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC4, the white display, which is the normal mode, is changed to the red display as the display mode of the active display. In this case, the combination of the first timing change pattern 87AKP1-1 and the second timing change pattern 87AKP1-5 is determined at a ratio of 30/100 (= 30%), and is 30/100 (= 30%). The combination of the change pattern 87AKP1-2 of the first timing and the change pattern 87AKP1-6 of the second timing is determined at the ratio of 30/100 (= 30%), and there is no change pattern of the first timing and the second. The combination with the timing change pattern 87AKP1-3 is determined, and the combination of the first timing change pattern 87AKP1-3 with no second timing change pattern is determined at a ratio of 10/100 (= 10%). In this way, the presence / absence of the change effect and the change pattern corresponding to the timing are determined at different ratios depending on the display mode of the active display. Further, it is sufficient that it is possible to suggest the final display mode of the active display at a different ratio depending on the presence / absence of the change effect and the change pattern in response to a single or a plurality of timings during the execution of the variable display.

In the determination example 87AK21, the determination ratio of the change pattern 87AKP1-1 of the second timing is 0/100 (= 0%). As a result, at the second timing, the active display does not change from the white display in the normal mode to the blue display. Since the second timing is the cut-in effect during the reach effect that becomes the super reach, the expectation that the player is controlled by the jackpot game state is increasing. If the display changes to blue with low expectation at such a timing, it suggests that it is unlikely to be controlled by the jackpot game state, and there is a risk that the player will be awakened by giving discomfort. There is. Therefore, at the second timing, it is set not to execute the change effect in which the active display changes from the white display to the blue display. As a result, at the timing when the expectation for the big hit game state is increasing, it is possible to prevent the gaming interest from being lowered due to the discomfort of the change effect suggesting that the expectation is low.

In the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK21, when the first timing is determined by the change pattern PA1-3, the second timing is determined without the change pattern, so that the change effect is not executed at the second timing. Since the change pattern PA1-3 changes the active display from the white display of the display image 87AKC1 to the red display of the display image 87AKC4, the display mode of the active display cannot be further changed. In this way, before the cut-in effect that is the second timing, the change effect is not executed at the second timing in response to the case where the display mode of the active display is the red display that is the specific mode. The display mode of the display is not changed. Further, when the change effect is executed at the first timing before the second timing, the display mode of the active display can be changed to the red display, so that the degree of freedom of the change pattern in the change effect is increased. , Various productions can be performed. Even if the display mode of the active display changes to a specific mode such as red display at the first timing, if a special effect such as a promotion effect is executed as a cut-in effect, the active display is displayed at the second timing. The display mode of the active display may be further changed at the second timing, such as changing the display mode of the above to a gold display.

FIG. 17-11 shows a determination example of the suggestion effect including the Gase suggestion effect. In step 87AKS103 of the effect determination process, if it is determined whether or not to execute the Gase suggestion effect, which is whether or not to execute the Gase suggestion effect, in response to the timing when the change effect is not executed among the first timing and the second timing. Good. At this time, for example, a random number value for determining the execution of the Gase suggestion effect is extracted, and based on the random value, the Gase suggestion effect is executed by referring to the Gase suggestion effect execution decision table according to the timing when the change effect is not executed. The presence or absence may be determined. As an example of determining the execution of the Gase suggestion effect, there may be a case where the determination example 87AK31 is based on the determination ratio according to the first timing and the second timing as shown in FIG. 17-11 (A). Further, in step 87AKS103 of the effect determination process, a random number value for determining the suggestion effect is extracted, and based on the random number value, the suggestion effect determination table is referred to according to the change pattern used in the change effect. Alternatively, the effect image to be used for the suggestion effect corresponding to a plurality of timings may be determined. As a determination example of the suggestion effect, there may be a case where the determination example 87AK32 is determined by the determination ratio according to the change pattern as shown in FIG. 17-11 (B).

In the determination example 87AK31 shown in FIG. 17-11 (A), it is determined as either “with execution” or “without execution” to execute the Gase suggestion effect corresponding to the first timing and the second timing. .. However, in the case of "no super", the variable display ends before the cut-in effect, which is the second timing, is reached, so it is sufficient to determine whether or not to execute the Gase suggestion effect corresponding to the first timing. In the determination example 87AK31, the determination ratio of whether or not to execute the Gase suggestion effect differs depending on whether it is the first timing or the second timing. For example, in the first timing, it is determined as "executed" at a rate of 10/100 (= 10%) and "without execution" at a rate of 90/100 (= 90%). In the second timing, the ratio of 0/100 (= 0%) is determined to be "executed", and the ratio of 100/100 (= 100%) is determined to be "not executed". As a result, there is a limitation as a limit that the Gase suggestion effect is executed at a predetermined ratio in the range of the first timing, but the Gase suggestion effect is not executed in the range of the second timing after the first timing. It should be noted that the second timing is not limited to the restriction that the Gase suggestion effect is not executed, and the second timing may be limited to the execution ratio of the Gase suggestion effect being lower than that of the first timing. By providing these restrictions, in the second timing in which the expectation of being controlled by the jackpot game state is increasing, the event that the change effect is not executed even if the suggestion effect is executed is stopped or reduced. As a result, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the game interest due to the discomfort of the Gase suggestion effect at the timing when the expectation for the big hit game state is increasing.

The determination example 87AK32 shown in FIG. 17-11 (B) includes a case where the determination ratios of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 used for the suggestion effect differ depending on the change pattern used in the change effect. For example, when there is no change pattern corresponding to the Gase suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKD1 is 80/100 (= 80%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKD2 is 20/100 (= 20%). Yes, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKD3 is 0/100 (= 0%). In this case, the display image 87 AKD3 is not determined. Therefore, when the suggestion effect using the display image 87AKD3 is executed, the display mode of the active display can be changed by always executing the change effect without executing the Gase suggestion effect. In the case of any of the change patterns 87AKP1-3, 87AKP1-5, and 87AKP1-6, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKD1 is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKD2 is 30/100. (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKD3 is 60/100 (= 60%). In the change patterns 87AKP1-3, 87AKP1-5, and 87AKP1-6, the changed image is the display image 87AKC4, and the display mode of the active display is changed to the red display. Due to the difference in the determination ratio according to the change pattern, when the suggestion effect using the display image 87AKD3 is executed, the expectation that the display mode of the active display changes to the red display due to the change effect is the highest. When the suggestion effect using the display image 87AKD2 is executed, the expectation that the display mode of the active display changes to the red display due to the change effect is lower than that of the display image 87AKD3, but higher than that of the display image 87AKD1. It gets higher. When the suggestion effect using the display image 87AKD1 is executed, the degree of expectation that the display mode of the active display changes to the red display due to the change effect is the lowest. As described above, the suggestion effect may suggest that the display mode of the active display changes to a specific mode at a different rate depending on the effect mode by displaying the effect image or the like. Further, the suggestion effect may be able to suggest whether or not the display mode of the active display changes at a different rate depending on the effect mode by displaying the effect image.

FIG. 17-12 shows a determination example of the cut-in effect. In step 87AKS105 of the effect determination process, a random value for determining the cut-in effect is extracted, and based on the random value, the cut-in effect determination table is referred to according to the final display image in the active display, thereby performing the cut-in effect. It suffices to decide whether or not to execute the cut-in effect and whether or not to execute the effect image to be used. As a determination example of the cut-in effect, there may be a case where the determination example 87AK41 is based on the determination ratio according to the final display image in the active display as shown in FIGS. 17-12. In the determination example 87AK41, the presence / absence and type of the display image used for the cut-in effect are determined according to the final display image in the active display. If it is determined that there is no display image used for the cut-in effect, the cut-in effect is not executed. For example, when the final display image is the display image 87AKC1, the display image 87AKE1 is determined at a ratio of 80/100 (= 80%) without the display image and at a ratio of 20/100 (= 20%). In this case, the determination ratio of the display images 87AKE2 and 87AKE3 is 0/100 (= 0%), and the cut-in effect using these display images is not executed. When the final display image is the display image 87AKC2, it is determined at a ratio of 20/100 (= 20%) without the display image, and at a ratio of 40/100 (= 40%), it is determined to be the display image 87AKE1. The display image 87AKE2 is determined at a ratio of / 100 (= 30%), and the display image 87AKE3 is determined at a ratio of 10/100 (= 10%). When the final display image is the display image 87AKC3, it is determined at a ratio of 10/100 (= 10%) without the display image, and at a ratio of 30/100 (= 30%), it is determined to be the display image 87AKE1. The display image 87AKE2 is determined at a ratio of / 100 (= 40%), and the display image 87AKE3 is determined at a ratio of 20/100 (= 20%).

In the determination example 87AK41, when the final display image is the display image 87AKC4, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKE1 without the display image is 0/100 (= 0%), and the ratio of 20/100 (= 20%). The display image 87AKE2 is determined by, and the display image 87AKE3 is determined at a ratio of 80/100 (= 80%). In this case, the cut-in effect is always executed, and either the display image 87AKE2 or 87AKE3 is used. As described above, the presence / absence of the cut-in effect and the display image used for the cut-in effect are determined at different ratios depending on the display mode of the active display. Further, in the cut-in effect, the ratio of the final display mode in the active display differs depending on the effect mode by displaying the effect image. Therefore, for example, when the change effect is executed at the time of the cut-in effect which is the second timing, it is possible to suggest the final display mode of the active display at a different ratio depending on the effect mode of the cut-in effect. In addition, when the change effect is not executed at the time of the cut-in effect which is the second timing, it is possible to suggest the effect mode of the cut-in effect at a different ratio depending on the display mode of the active display.

In the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK41, the display image 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect is not determined because the determination ratio is 0/100 (= 0%) when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC1 and is displayed. It can be determined when any of the images 87AKC2 to 87AKC4. Therefore, when the effect mode of the cut-in effect is the predetermined mode by the display of the display image 87AKE3, the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC1, so that the display mode of the active display can be changed. Become.

The cut-in effect may be determined at different rates depending on whether or not the change effect is executed and the change pattern at the time of the cut-in effect, which is the second timing. For example, when the change effect is not executed at the second timing, the display image 87AKE1 of the cut-in effect may be determined at a high rate. According to such a setting of the determination ratio, when the cut-in effect using the display image 87AKE1 is executed, the ratio that the change effect is not executed at the second timing becomes high, and the display mode of the active display is hard to change. Become. As described above, the effect mode of the cut-in effect may include an effect mode in which the execution rate of the change effect is low and the display mode of the active display is unlikely to change.

17-13 to 17-15 show a determination example of the promotion effect corresponding to the feature portions 87AK to 89AK. In step 87AKS106 of the effect determination process, a random number value for determining the promotion effect is extracted, and based on the random number value, the promotion effect determination table is referred to according to the display result of the variable display and used for the promotion effect. The production image may be determined. As a determination example of the promotion effect, when the determination example 87AK51 regarding the feature portion 87AK shown in FIG. 17-13 is used, and when the determination example 88AK01 regarding the feature portion 88AK shown in FIG. 17-14 is used, the feature portion 89AK shown in FIG. Of the cases where the determination example 89AK01 is obtained, at least one of the cases may be obtained. Depending on the success or failure of a specific condition relating to the progress of the game or the production, or depending on the success or failure of the special condition not related to the progress of the game or the production, each determination example may be switched. For example, if the number of executions of the variable display is within the specific range, the promotion effect may be determined by the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK51, and if it is outside the specific range, the promotion effect may be determined by the determination ratio of the determination example 88AK01. .. Further, if the effect mode is the normal mode, the promotion effect is determined by the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK51, and if the special mode is different from the normal mode, the promotion effect may be determined by the determination ratio of the determination example 89AK01. ..

In the decision example 87AK51 of the promotion effect regarding the feature portion 87AK shown in FIG. 17-13, in addition to whether the display result of the variable display is “miss” or “big hit”, whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the cut-in effect The determination ratio of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect differs depending on the display image used for. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and there is no corresponding display image without executing the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 80/100 (= 80%), and the display image The determination ratio of 87AKF2 is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and there is no corresponding display image without executing the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 30/100 (= 30%), and the display image 87AKF2 The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 30/100 (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 40/100 (= 40%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the display image 87AKE1 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 60/100 (= 60%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 20/100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 20/100 (= 20%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the display image 87AKE1 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 20/100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 20/100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 60/100 (= 60%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the display image 87AKE2 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 40/100 (= 40%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 30/100 (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 30/100 (= 30%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the display image 87AKE2 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 80/100 (= 80%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the display image 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 90/100 (= 90%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the display image 87AKE2 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 90/100 (= 90%).

In the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK51, when the display result of the variable display is “missing”, the determination ratio other than the display image 87AKF3 is the highest regardless of whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode. For example, when there is no display image of the cut-in effect, when the display image is 87AKE1 and when the display image is 87AKE2, the display result of the variable display corresponds to "loss" and is used for the promotion effect. The determination rate of image 87AKF1 is the highest. Further, in the case of the display image 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect, the display result of the variable display corresponds to "loss", and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKE2 used for the promotion effect is the highest. On the other hand, in the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK51, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is the highest regardless of whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode. .. By setting the determination ratio in this way, when the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF3 is executed, the expectation that the jackpot game state is controlled is the highest. When the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF2 is executed, the expectation degree controlled by the jackpot gaming state is lower than that of the display image 87AKF3, but higher than that of the display image 87AKF1. When the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is executed, the degree of expectation that the jackpot game state is controlled is the lowest. Therefore, regardless of the effect mode of the cut-in effect, the promotion effect has the highest expectation of being controlled to the jackpot game state in the case of the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3. As a result, even if the player misses the cut-in effect, the degree of expectation that the jackpot game state will be controlled to some extent depends on whether or not the effect mode of the promotion effect is due to the display of the display image 87AKF3. Can be determined up to.

Due to the difference in the determination ratio in the determination example 87AK51, when there is no display image corresponding to the case where the cut-in effect is not executed, the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is performed at a higher ratio than when the cut-in effect is executed. Will be executed. When the cut-in effect using the display image 87AKE3 is executed, the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is not executed, and the promotion effect using any of the display images 87AKF2 and 87AKF3 is executed. As described above, the display image used for the promotion effect is determined at different ratios depending on whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode. Further, in the cut-in effect, the ratio of the effect mode by displaying the effect image in the promotion effect is different depending on the effect mode by displaying the effect image. Therefore, it is possible to suggest the effect mode of the promotion effect at a different ratio depending on whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode.

In the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK51, even if the display result of the variable display is the same, each of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect is determined according to whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode. The proportions are different. For example, among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when there is no display image in which the cut-in effect is not executed, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 10/100 (= 10%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the display image 87AKE1 of the cut-in effect is used, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 20/100 (= 20%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the display image 87AKE2 of the cut-in effect is used, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 30/100 (= 30%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the display image 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect is used, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%). Therefore, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the display image 87AKE1, the display image 87AKE2, and the display image 87AKE3 are displayed, and the display image 87AKF2 is displayed as the effect mode of the promotion effect. The ratio of display becomes high. Similarly, if the determination ratios when the display result of the variable display is "big hit" are compared, in this case, there is no display image of the cut-in effect, the display image 87AKE1, the display image 87AKE2, and the display image 87AKE3. As an effect mode of the promotion effect, the ratio of displaying the display image 87AKF3 increases. By setting such a determination ratio, it is possible to make the degree of expectation controlled in the jackpot game state different depending on the combination of the presence / absence of execution of the cut-in effect and the effect mode and the effect mode of the promotion effect. By grasping the combination of the cut-in effect and the promotion effect, the player can recognize in detail the degree of expectation controlled by the jackpot game state, rather than grasping only the effect mode of the promotion effect. Increased interest in various productions.

In the decision example 88AK01 of the promotion effect regarding the feature portion 88AK shown in FIG. 17-14, in addition to whether the display result of the variable display is “miss” or “big hit”, whether or not the change effect is executed, the timing, and the active display The determination ratio of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect differs depending on the final display image. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", there is no execution of the change effect, and the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC1, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 60/100 (= 60%). ), The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 40/100 (= 40%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit", no change effect is executed, and the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC1, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 40/100 (= 40%). The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 60/100 (= 60%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%). Regardless of whether the display result of the variable display is "missing" or "big hit", if the change effect is not executed and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC1, the display image 87AKF1, The determination ratio of 87AKF2 is 50/100 (= 50%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%).

In the determination example 88AK01, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the first timing, when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC2, the display image The determination ratio of 87AKF1 is 70/100 (= 70%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 30/100 (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%). is there. When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the change effect is executed only at the first timing, and the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC2, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is It is 40/100 (= 40%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 60/100 (= 60%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%). If the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the first timing, and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC2, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 Is 80/100 (= 80%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 20/100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the change effect is executed only at the first timing, and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC2, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 Is 30/100 (= 30%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 70/100 (= 70%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%).

In the determination example 88AK01, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the second timing, when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC3, the display image The determination ratio of 87AKF1 is 20/100 (= 20%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 50/100 (= 50%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 30/100 (= 30%). is there. When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the change effect is executed only at the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC3, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is It is 20/100 (= 20%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 30/100 (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 50/100 (= 50%). If the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC3, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 Is 30/100 (= 30%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 50/100 (= 50%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 20/100 (= 20%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the change effect is executed only at the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC3, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 Is 20/100 (= 20%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 50/100 (= 50%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 30/100 (= 30%).

In the determination example 88AK01, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC4. , The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10). %). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC4, the display image 87AKF1 The determination ratio is 0/100 (= 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 90/100 (= 90%). If the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC4, the display image 87AKF1 The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 0/100 (= 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 95/100 (= 95%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 5/100 (= 5%). .. When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC4, the display image 87AKF1 The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 0/100 (= 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 40/100 (= 40%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 60/100 (= 60%). ..

In the determination example of the determination example 88AK01, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratio other than the display image 87AKF3 is determined regardless of whether or not the change effect is executed, the timing, and the final display image in the active display. The highest. For example, when the change effect is executed only at the first timing, the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" regardless of whether the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC2 or other than the display image 87AKC2. Correspondingly, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 used for the promotion effect is the highest. In addition, when the change effect is executed only at the second timing or at the first timing and the second timing, the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" regardless of the final display image of the active display. Correspondingly, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 used for the promotion effect is the highest. On the other hand, in the determination ratio of the determination example 88AK01, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the display image 87AKF3 is determined regardless of whether or not the change effect is executed, the timing, and the final display image in the active display. The ratio is the highest. When the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF2 is executed, the expectation degree controlled by the jackpot gaming state is lower than that of the display image 87AKF3, but higher than that of the display image 87AKF1. When the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is executed, the degree of expectation that the jackpot game state is controlled is the lowest. Therefore, regardless of the effect mode of the change effect, the promotion effect has the highest expectation of being controlled to the jackpot game state in the case of the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3. As a result, even if the player cannot determine the timing of the change effect, it is expected that the effect mode of the promotion effect will be controlled to the jackpot game state depending on whether or not the display image 87AKF3 is displayed. The degree can be determined to some extent.

Due to the difference in the determination ratio in the determination example 88AK01, when the change effect is not executed or when the change effect is executed only at the first timing, the change effect is executed only at the second timing or the first timing. And the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is executed at a higher rate than the case where the change effect is executed at the second timing. When the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is not executed, and the promotion effect using any of the display images 87AKF2 and 87AKF3 is executed. As described above, the display image used for the promotion effect is determined at a different ratio depending on whether or not the change effect is executed and the timing. Further, in the change effect, the ratio of the effect mode by displaying the effect image in the promotion effect is different depending on the presence / absence of execution and the timing. Therefore, it is possible to suggest an effect mode of the promotion effect at a different ratio depending on whether or not the change effect is executed and the timing.

In the determination ratio of the determination example 88AK01, even if the display results of the variable display are the same, the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect are determined at different ratios depending on whether or not the change effect is executed and the timing. May occur. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is not executed, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 40/100 (= 40%) or 50/100 (= 50). %). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the first timing, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 30/100 (= 30%) or 20/100. (= 20%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the change effect is executed only at the second timing, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 50/100 (= 50%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%) or It is 95/100 (= 95%). Even when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 differs depending on whether or not the change effect is executed and the timing. When the change effect is executed only at the first timing, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF3 is 0/100 (= 0%), and the display image 87AKF3 is not determined. On the other hand, when the change effect is executed only at the second timing or when the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, the display image 87AKF3 can be determined at a predetermined ratio. By setting such a determination ratio, it is possible to make the degree of expectation controlled by the jackpot game state different depending on the combination of the presence / absence and timing of execution of the change effect and the effect mode of the promotion effect. By grasping the combination of the change effect and the promotion effect, the player can recognize in detail the degree of expectation controlled by the jackpot game state, rather than grasping only the effect mode of the promotion effect. Increased interest in various productions. Further, the timing at which the change effect is executed differs, such as whether or not the change effect is executed at the second timing, depending on whether or not the promotion effect is executed in a special mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3. ..

In addition, in the determination ratio of the determination example 88AK01, even if the execution presence / absence and timing of the change effect are the same in addition to the display result of the variable display, the display image used for the promotion effect depends on the final display image of the active display. 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 may be determined at different ratios. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is not executed, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 60/100 (= 60%) when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC1. ), On the other hand, it is 50/100 (= 50%) in the case other than the display image 87AKC1. When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the first timing, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 70/100 (when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC2). = 70%), whereas it is 80/100 (= 80%) in cases other than the display image 87AKC2. When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed only at the second timing, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 30/100 (when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC3). = 30%), whereas it is 20/100 (= 20%) in cases other than the display image 87AKC3. When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10 when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC4. While it is / 100 (= 10%), it is 5/100 (= 5%) when the display image is other than 87AKC4. Even when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the ratio of determining the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 differs depending on the final display image of the active display even if the execution presence / absence and timing of the change effect are the same. .. By setting such a determination ratio, it is possible to make the degree of expectation controlled by the jackpot game state different depending on the combination of the display mode of the active display and the effect mode of the promotion effect. By grasping the combination of the active display and the promotion effect, the player can recognize in detail the degree of expectation controlled by the jackpot game state, rather than grasping only the effect mode of the promotion effect. Increased interest in various productions.

In the decision example 89AK01 of the promotion effect regarding the feature portion 89AK shown in FIG. 17-15, in addition to whether the display result of the variable display is “miss” or “big hit”, it is used for whether or not the suggestion effect is executed and for the suggestion effect. The determination ratio of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect differs depending on the display image to be displayed. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing" and there is no corresponding display image without executing the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 80/100 (= 80%), and the display image 87AKF2 The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and there is no corresponding display image without executing the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 30/100 (= 30%), and the display image 87AKF2 The determination ratio is 30/100 (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 40/100 (= 40%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the display image 87AKD1 of the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 60/100 (= 60%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 20. It is / 100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 20/100 (= 20%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the display image 87AKD1 of the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 20/100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 20. It is / 100 (= 20%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 60/100 (= 60%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the display image 87AKD2 of the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 40/100 (= 40%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 30. It is / 100 (= 30%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 30/100 (= 30%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the display image 87AKD2 of the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 10. It is / 100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 80/100 (= 80%). When the display result of the variable display is "missing" and the display image 87AKD3 of the suggestion effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 90. It is / 100 (= 90%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10%). When the display result of the variable display is "big hit" and the display image 87AKE2 of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is It is 10/100 (= 10%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 90/100 (= 90%).

In the determination ratio of the determination example 89AK01, when the display result of the variable display is “missing”, the determination ratio other than the display image 87AKF3 is the highest regardless of whether or not the suggestion effect is executed and the effect mode. For example, when there is no display image of the suggestion effect, when the display image is 87AKD1, and when the display image is 87AKD2, the display result of the variable display corresponds to "loss" and is used for the promotion effect. The decision rate of 87AKF1 is the highest. Further, in the case of the display image 87AKD3 of the suggestion effect, the display result of the variable display corresponds to "loss", and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKE2 used for the promotion effect is the highest. On the other hand, in the determination ratio of the determination example 89AK01, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is the highest regardless of whether or not the suggestion effect is executed and the effect mode. By setting the determination ratio in this way, when the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF3 is executed, the expectation that the jackpot game state is controlled is the highest. When the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF2 is executed, the expectation degree controlled by the jackpot gaming state is lower than that of the display image 87AKF3, but higher than that of the display image 87AKF1. When the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is executed, the degree of expectation that the jackpot game state is controlled is the lowest. Therefore, regardless of the effect mode of the suggestion effect, the promotion effect has the highest expectation of being controlled to the jackpot game state in the case of the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3. As a result, even if the player misses the suggestive effect, the degree of expectation that the jackpot game state will be controlled to a certain extent is increased depending on whether or not the effect mode of the promotion effect is due to the display of the display image 87AKF3. Can be determined.

Due to the difference in the determination ratio in the determination example 89AK01, when there is no corresponding display image without executing the suggestion effect, the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is executed at a higher rate than when the suggestion effect is executed. To. When the suggestion effect using the display image 87AKD3 is executed, the promotion effect using the display image 87AKF1 is not executed, and the promotion effect using any of the display images 87AKF2 and 87AKF3 is executed. As described above, the display image used for the promotion effect is determined at a different ratio depending on whether or not the suggestion effect is executed and the effect mode. Further, in the suggestion effect, the ratio of the effect mode by displaying the effect image in the promotion effect is different depending on the effect mode by displaying the effect image. Therefore, it is possible to suggest the effect mode of the promotion effect at a different ratio depending on whether or not the suggestion effect is executed and the effect mode.

In the determination ratio of the determination example 89AK01, even if the display results of the variable display are the same, each of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect is determined according to whether or not the suggestion effect is executed and the effect mode. Is different. For example, among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when there is no display image that does not execute the suggestion effect, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 10/100 (= 10%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the display image 87AKD1 of the suggestion effect is used, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 20/100 (= 20%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the display image 87AKD2 of the suggestion effect is used, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 30/100 (= 30%). Among the cases where the display result of the variable display is "missing", when the display image 87AKD3 of the suggestion effect is used, the ratio of determining the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%). Therefore, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the display image 87AKF2 is displayed as the effect mode of the promotion effect as the suggestive effect is not displayed, the display image 87AKD1, the display image 87AKD2, and the display image 87AKD3. The ratio becomes high. Similarly, if the determination ratios when the display result of the variable display is "big hit" are compared, in this case, the display image is not displayed, the display image is 87AKD1, the display image is 87AKD2, and the display image is 87AKD3. As an effect mode of the effect, the ratio of displaying the display image 87AKF3 increases. By setting such a determination ratio, it is possible to make the degree of expectation controlled in the jackpot game state different depending on the combination of the presence / absence of execution of the suggestion effect and the effect mode and the effect mode of the promotion effect. By grasping the combination of the suggestion effect and the promotion effect, the player can recognize in detail the degree of expectation controlled by the jackpot game state, rather than grasping only the effect mode of the promotion effect. Increased interest in various productions.

FIG. 17-16 shows a determination example of the promotion effect as a modification. For example, in the case of the cut-in effect display image 87AKE3 in the decision example 87AK51 of the promotion effect relating to the feature portion 87AK, the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect are used at a ratio corresponding to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. You may decide on either. In step 87AKS106 of the effect determination process, when the effect mode of the cut-in effect is the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKE3, FIG. 17-16 shows an example of determining the promotion effect according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. It may be the determination example 87AK61 shown.

In the decision example 87AK61 of the promotion effect shown in FIGS. 17-16, when the display result of the variable display is “missing” among the display images 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect, the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set. Regardless, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 90%). = 10%). On the other hand, in the case of the display image 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the display image used for the promotion effect is according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The determination ratios of 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 are different. In such a case, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), which is the same, while the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 35/100 (= 35%) if the set value is 1. ), If the set value is 2, it is 30/100 (= 30%), if the set value is 3, it is 25/100 (= 25%), and if the set value is 4, it is 20/100. (= 20%), if the set value is 5, it is 15/100 (= 15%), and if the set value is 6, it is 10/100 (= 10%). Correspondingly, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 65/100 (= 65%) when the set value is 1, and 70/100 (= 70%) when the set value is 2. If the set value is 3, it is 75/100 (= 75%), if the set value is 4, it is 80/100 (= 80%), and if the set value is 5, it is 85/100 (= 85%). ), And if the set value is 6, it is 90/100 (= 90%).

In the determination ratio of the determination example 87AK61, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the ratio of the effect mode of the promotion effect to the display image 87AKF2 or 87AKF3 is set as the pachinko game. It is made different according to the set value in the machine 1. For example, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the effect mode of the promotion effect tends to be the effect mode by the display of the display image 87AKF2, and as the set value increases, the effect mode of the promotion effect is the display image 87AKF3. The ratio of the display mode is increased. Therefore, when the effect mode of the cut-in effect is the display of the display image 87AKE3, the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is advantageous for the player when the effect mode is the display of the display image 87AKF3. Expectation, which is a set value, increases.

The effect mode of the promotion effect is an effect mode as a predetermined mode for notifying the message of "super heat !!" by displaying the display image 87AKF3. The ratio of the effect mode of the promotion effect to such a predetermined mode can be grasped by repeatedly executing the cut-in effect and the promotion effect with a plurality of variable displays in which the display result is a "big hit". In the variable display in which the display result is a "big hit", the player can set the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by grasping the ratio in which the promotion effect is a predetermined mode when the display image 87AKE3 of the cut-in effect is displayed. Can be recognized. If the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a set value having a high advantage, the display result of the variable display tends to be a “big hit” and is easily controlled to the big hit game state. Therefore, a player who expects to add a game value such as winning a prize ball expects that the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a set value having a high degree of advantage, and therefore the display result becomes a "big hit" a plurality of times. In the variable display of, the motivation to play is enhanced by making the set value recognizable from the ratio in which the promotion effect is a predetermined mode.

Even when there is no display image used for the cut-in effect, or when the display image is either 87AKE1 or 87AKE2, the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect are used according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The determination ratio of may be different. Even when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratios of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect may be different depending on the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is set to increase as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes a set value having a high advantage for the player. You may. According to such a setting, after the promotion effect of the predetermined mode (large V-con display) with high expectation is executed by the display of the display image 87AKF3, the ratio that the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" becomes high. Therefore, it is possible to increase the expectation that the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a set value having a high advantage. Therefore, even if the display result of the variable display is "missing", it is possible to improve the game interest by increasing the player's expectation for the set value.

Of 88AK01, which is a determination example of the promotion effect related to the feature unit 88AK, for example, when the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing and the final display image of the active display is 87AKC4, the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Depending on the situation, the determination ratios of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect may be different. For example, when the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is 87AKC4 and the display result of the variable display is "missing", the pachinko gaming machine 1 is used. Regardless of the set value, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10. / 100 (= 10%). On the other hand, when the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, and the final display image of the active display is 87AKC4 and the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the display image 87AKF1 The determination ratio of is 0/100 (= 0%), which is the same, while the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 35/100 (= 35%) if the set value is 1, and the set value is 2. If there is, it is 30/100 (= 30%), if the set value is 3, it is 25/100 (= 25%), and if the set value is 4, it is 20/100 (= 20%). If the value is 5, it may be 15/100 (= 15%), and if the set value is 6, it may be 10/100 (= 10%). Correspondingly, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 65/100 (= 65%) when the set value is 1, and 70/100 (= 70%) when the set value is 2. If the set value is 3, it is 75/100 (= 75%), if the set value is 4, it is 80/100 (= 80%), and if the set value is 5, it is 85/100 (= 85%). ), And if the set value is 6, it may be 90/100 (= 90%). By setting such a determination ratio, for example, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the effect mode of the promotion effect tends to be the effect mode displayed by the display image 87AKF2, and as the set value increases, the promotion effect is produced. The ratio in which the effect mode is the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3 becomes high. Therefore, when the final display image of the active display is the display image 87AKC4 by executing the change effect at the first timing and the second timing, the promotion effect is the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3. , The expectation that the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is an advantageous set value for the player is high. In addition, if the player can grasp the ratio of the promotion effect to a predetermined mode by repeatedly executing the change effect and the promotion effect along with the variable display of the display result as a "big hit" a plurality of times, the pachinko gaming machine 1 Since the set value in the above can be recognized, the player's motivation to play is enhanced.

In addition, among the cases where the change effect is executed at the first timing and the second timing, even when the final display image of the active display is other than the display image 87AKC4, the promotion effect is performed according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The determination ratios of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the above may be different. Even when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratios of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect may be different depending on the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is set to increase as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes a set value having a high advantage for the player. You may. According to such a setting, after the promotion effect of the predetermined mode (large V-con display) with high expectation is executed by the display of the display image 87AKF3, the ratio that the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" becomes high. Therefore, it is possible to increase the expectation that the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a set value having a high advantage. Therefore, even if the display result of the variable display is "missing", it is possible to improve the game interest by increasing the player's expectation for the set value. In addition, even when the change effect is not executed, or when it is executed only at the first timing or only at the second timing, the display images 87AKF1 to be used for the promotion effect according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The determination ratio of 87AKF3 may be different.

Of the 89AK01 determination examples of the promotion effect related to the feature portion 89AK, for example, in the case of the suggestion effect display image 87AKD3, the determination ratio of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. May be different. For example, in the case of the display image 87AKD3 of the suggestion effect, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (regardless of the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1). = 0%), the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 90/100 (= 90%), and the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 10/100 (= 10%). On the other hand, among the cases where the display image 87AKD3 of the suggestion effect is, when the display result of the variable display is "big hit", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF1 is 0/100 (= 0%), which is the same. The determination ratio of the display image 87AKF2 is 35/100 (= 35%) if the set value is 1, 30/100 (= 30%) if the set value is 2, and the set value is 3. If, it is 25/100 (= 25%), if the set value is 4, it is 20/100 (= 20%), and if the set value is 5, it is 15/100 (= 15%). If the set value is 6, it may be 10/100 (= 10%). Correspondingly, the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is 65/100 (= 65%) when the set value is 1, and 70/100 (= 70%) when the set value is 2. If the set value is 3, it is 75/100 (= 75%), if the set value is 4, it is 80/100 (= 80%), and if the set value is 5, it is 85/100 (= 85%). ), And if the set value is 6, it may be 90/100 (= 90%). By setting such a determination ratio, for example, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, the effect mode of the promotion effect tends to be the effect mode displayed by the display image 87AKF2, and as the set value increases, the promotion effect is produced. The ratio in which the effect mode is the effect mode by displaying the display image 87AKF3 becomes high. Therefore, when the effect mode of the suggestion effect is the display of the display image 87AKD3, the setting value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is advantageous for the player when the effect mode is the display of the display image 87AKF3. Expectation, which is a value, increases. In addition, if the player can grasp the ratio of the promotion effect to a predetermined mode by repeatedly executing the suggestion effect and the promotion effect along with the variable display of the display result as a "big hit" a plurality of times, the pachinko gaming machine 1 Since the set value in the above can be recognized, the player's motivation to play is enhanced.

Even when there is no display image used for the suggestion effect, or when the display image is either 87AKD1 or 87AKD2, the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect depend on the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The decision ratio may be different. Even when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratios of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect may be different depending on the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the determination ratio of the display image 87AKF3 is set to increase as the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes a set value having a high advantage for the player. You may. According to such a setting, after the promotion effect of the predetermined mode (large V-con display) with high expectation is executed by the display of the display image 87AKF3, the ratio that the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" becomes high. Therefore, it is possible to increase the expectation that the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a set value having a high advantage. Therefore, even if the display result of the variable display is "missing", it is possible to improve the game interest by increasing the player's expectation for the set value.

The determination ratio of the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC3 which is the final display image of the active display, the determination ratio of the change patterns 87AKP1-1 to 87AKP1-6 corresponding to a plurality of timings, the presence / absence of the suggestion effect and the determination ratio of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3, Of the presence / absence of the cut-in effect, the determination rate of the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3, and the determination rate of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect, the display result of the variable display is "missing". In this case, it may be set differently according to the set value in the pachinko game machine 1. For example, when the display result of the variable display is "missing", the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is highly advantageous for the player in the ratio determined to the production mode with high expectation that the jackpot gaming state is controlled. It may be set to be higher as the set value is reached. According to such a setting, after the high expectation effect, which is the effect of the effect mode with high expectation, is executed, the rate at which the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" increases, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 has It is possible to increase the expectation that the set value is a set value having a high degree of advantage. In general, when the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" after the high expectation effect of the effect mode with high expectation is executed, the player's expectation once raised by the effect is variably displayed. Since the display result of is rapidly reduced, the player is likely to lose or lose the motivation to continue the game. On the other hand, as the rate at which the display result of the variable display becomes "missing" increases after the high expectation effect is executed, the expectation that the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a highly advantageous set value is increased. By increasing the value, it is possible to improve the interest of the game so that the player is motivated to continue the game.

It should be noted that the determination ratio of the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC3 which is the final display image of the active display, the determination ratio of the change patterns 87AKP1-1 to 87AKP1-6 corresponding to a plurality of timings, the presence / absence of the suggestion effect, and the determination of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3. Of the ratio, the presence / absence of the cut-in effect, the determination ratio of the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3, and the determination ratio of the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect, the display result of the variable display is "missing". In this case, the set value in the pachinko game machine 1 may be set differently depending on whether the set value is equal to or more than the specific set value or less than the specific set value. For example, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 4 or more, it is more likely to be controlled to the jackpot game state when the display result of the variable display is "missing" than when it is less than 4. The decision rate may be increased. Alternatively, for example, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 6, it is controlled to the jackpot game state when the display result of the variable display is "missing" than when it is other than 6 (any of 1 to 5). The rate of determining the production mode with a high degree of expectation may be increased. When the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 6 (any of 1 to 5), the determination ratio is 0/100 (= 0%) when the display result of the variable display is "missing", which is a big hit. Regarding the effect mode to be finalized, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 6, if the display result of the variable display is “missing”, it may be set so as to be determinable at a predetermined ratio. According to this setting, when the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is other than 6 (any of 1 to 5), the effect of the effect mode in which the big hit is confirmed is executed, and the display result of the variable display becomes "missing". In that case, since the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is determined to be 6, it is possible to improve the gaming interest so that the player can be motivated to continue the game.

In addition, it may be possible to execute an arbitrary setting suggestion effect at different ratios according to the set value in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, in the case of a specific setting value, the setting suggestion effect may be executed at a higher rate than in the case of a setting value other than the specific setting value. In this case, in the range where the set value is other than the specific set value, there is a limit as a limit that the execution rate of the setting suggestion effect is lower than the range where the set value is the specific set value. If it is a specific set value, it can be executed at a predetermined ratio, and if it is a set value other than the specific set value, a setting suggestion effect that is not executed may be provided. As described above, in the range where the set value is the specific set value, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, in the range where the set value is other than the specific set value, there is a limit as a limit that the setting suggestion effect is not executed.

It may be possible to execute an arbitrary setting suggestion effect at different ratios depending on whether or not it is a special period. For example, in the case of a special period, the setting suggestion effect may be executed at a higher rate than in the case of a period other than the special period. In this case, in the range other than the special period, there is a limit as a limit that the execution rate of the setting suggestion effect is lower than in the range of the special period. If it is a special period, it can be executed at a predetermined ratio, and if it is a period other than the special period, a setting suggestion effect that is not executed may be provided. In this way, within the range of the special period, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, in the range other than the special period, there is a limit as a limit that the setting suggestion effect is not executed.

It is not limited to whether or not it is a special period, and it may be possible to execute an arbitrary setting suggestion effect at a different ratio depending on whether or not an arbitrary special condition is satisfied. For example, when the special condition is satisfied, the setting suggestion effect may be executed at a higher rate than when the special condition is not satisfied. In this case, in the range where the special condition is not satisfied, there is a limit as a limit that the execution rate of the setting suggestion effect is lower than the range where the special condition is satisfied. If the special condition is satisfied, it can be executed at a predetermined ratio, and if the special condition is not satisfied, the setting suggestion effect may be provided. In this way, within the range where the special conditions are satisfied, the setting suggestion effect can be executed at a predetermined ratio. On the other hand, in the range where the special condition is not satisfied, there is a limit as a limit that the setting suggestion effect is not executed. The special condition may be any condition that can be satisfied according to the progress or history of the game in the pachinko game machine 1 or the result of the determination or determination of the game, or the progress or history or the effect of the effect in the pachinko game machine 1. It may be an arbitrary condition that can be satisfied according to the judgment or determination of. The effect is not limited to the setting suggestion effect, and any effect may be executed at a different ratio depending on whether or not a preset condition is satisfied, and whether such a condition is satisfied. The production mode may be determined at a different rate depending on whether or not such a condition is satisfied, or the execution timing may be determined at a different rate depending on whether or not such a condition is satisfied. .. Further, the arbitrary effect may be limited as a limit that a specific effect is not executed in the range where the preset restriction condition is satisfied, or compared with the range where the restriction condition is not satisfied. There may be a limit as a limit that the execution rate is lowered and it is difficult to be executed.

FIG. 17-17 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S172 of the effect control process process as the effect process during variable display. In the variable display in-effect processing, it is determined whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern has elapsed (step 87AKS041). In step 87AKS041, for example, the timer value of the effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted), and when the end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value, the variable display is performed. It may be determined that the time has passed. As described above, the passage of the variable display time may be determined as the passage of the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern based on the timer value of the effect control process timer or the like.

When the variable display time has not elapsed in step 87AKS041 (step 87AKS041; No), it is determined whether or not it is the suggestion effect period for executing the suggestion effect (step 87AKS042). The suggestion effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (suggestion effect control pattern) determined in step 87AKS023 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the suggestion effect period (step 87AKS042; Yes), control for executing the suggestion effect is performed (step 87AKS043). In step 87AKS043, for example, various commands created based on the setting of the suggestion effect control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the voice control board 13, the lamp control board 9014, and the like. As a result, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 909 and the decorative LED are turned on, blinking or extinguished. It suffices that the suggestion effect can be executed by a predetermined effect device by the above, or by combining a part or all of them.

When it is determined in step 87AKS042 that it is not the suggested effect period (step 87AKS042; No), or after the control in step 87AKS043 is executed, it is determined whether or not it is the change effect period for executing the change effect. (Step 87AKS044). The change effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (change effect control pattern) determined in step 87AKS023 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the change effect period (step 87AKS044; Yes), control for executing the change effect is performed (step 87AKS045). As the change effect period, for example, a period before the reach is established, which is the first timing, and a period at the time of the cut-in effect, which is the second timing, may be set in advance. At the time of the cut-in effect, which is the second timing, the display mode of the active display may be changed by changing the display of the effect image in the active display area 87AKA1 in response to the execution of the cut-in effect.

When it is determined in step 87AKS044 that it is not the change effect period (step 87AKS044; No), or after the control in step 87AKS045 is executed, it is determined whether or not it is the reach effect period for executing the reach effect. (Step 87AKS046). The reach effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in step 87AKS023 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the reach effect period (step 87AKS046; Yes), control for executing the reach effect is performed (step 87AKS047).

Whether or not it is the cut-in effect period for executing the cut-in effect when it is determined in step 87AKS046 that it is not the reach effect period (step 87AKS046; No) or after the control in step 87AKS047 is executed. Is determined (step 87AKS048). The cut-in effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (cut-in effect control pattern) determined in step 87AKS023 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the cut-in effect period (step 87AKS048; Yes), control for executing the cut-in effect is performed (step 87AKS049). The cut-in effect period is before the operation effect period is determined in step 87AKS052 after the display of the effect image that becomes the active display is started by step 87AKS026 of the variable display start setting process. In addition, it may be set in advance so that the cut-in effect can be executed. With such a setting, it is sufficient that the cut-in effect can be executed after the active display is displayed and before the operation effect is executed.

The order of active display, motion effect, and cut-in effect may be arbitrarily changed. For example, the active display may be started after the cut-in effect is executed, and then the motion effect may be executed. Alternatively, the operation effect may be executed after the active display is started, and then the cut-in effect may be executed.

When it is determined in step 87AKS048 that it is not the cut-in effect period (step 87AKS048; No), or after the control in step 87AKS049 is executed, whether or not it is the promotion effect period for executing the promotion effect is determined. Determine (step 87AKS050). The promotion effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (cut-in effect control pattern) determined in step 87AKS023 of the variable display start setting process. In the case of the promotion effect period (step 87AKS050; Yes), control for executing the promotion effect is performed (step 87AKS051). The promotion effect period may be an effective detection period for effectively detecting the movement of the player as the promotion effect is executed. In the effective detection period, for example, based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A, the movement of the player who tilts the operation stick of the stick controller 31A, such as the pulling operation for the V controller, may be detected.

When it is determined in step 87AKS050 that it is not the promotion effect period (step 87AKS050; No), or after the control in step 87AKS051 is executed, it is determined whether or not it is the operation effect period for executing the operation effect. (Step 87AKS052). The operation effect period may be predetermined, for example, in the effect control pattern (effect control pattern when the special figure fluctuates) determined in step 87AKS023 of the variable display start setting process. In the effective detection period after the promotion effect is started, if a specific operation by the player, such as an operation of pulling the operation stick of the stick controller 31A serving as the V controller, is not detected, the operation effect period is set. It may not be started. Alternatively, even if the specific operation is not detected, the operation effect period may be started when the specific timing for the operation effect is reached. In the case of the operation effect period (step 87AKS052; Yes), control for executing the operation effect is performed (step 87AKS053).

The specific action of the player to be detected in order to execute the motion effect may be an action of tilting the operation stick of the stick controller 31A, unlike a pulling operation such as a pushing operation with respect to the V controller. Alternatively, the specific operation of the player may be an operation of pressing the push button 31B. The movement of the player is not limited to the one that can be detected, and is based on the detection result of any change or difference in the detection target, for example, the execution state of processing or control in the detection target, the shape, pattern, or color change of the detection target. Therefore, any effect corresponding to the motion effect may be executed. A detection device capable of detecting an operation, change, difference, etc. in a detection target can mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically change the state of the detection target, such as an infrared sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, a CCD sensor, or a CMOS sensor. Any configuration that can be detected may be used. Alternatively, the state of the detection target may be detected by analyzing the result of photographing the detection target using a predetermined camera (video type motion capture). As an example of detecting the state of the detection target using the camera, the screen display state of the mobile terminal may be detected and the effect may be executed based on the detection result.

When it is determined in step 87AKS052 that it is not the operation effect period (step 87AKS052; No), or after the control in step 87AKS053 is executed, for example, the setting in the effect control pattern determined corresponding to the fluctuation pattern may be performed. Based on this, control for executing other effects during variable display, including the variable display operation of the decorative symbol, is performed (step 87AKS054), and the variable display effect process ends.

When the variable display time has elapsed in step 87AKS041 (step 87AKS041; Yes), it is determined whether or not the symbol determination command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step 87AKS055). At this time, if the symbol confirmation command is not received (step 87AKS055; No), the effect processing during variable display is terminated and the device waits. If the predetermined time elapses without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, the predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to normally receive the symbol confirmation command. You may do so.

When the symbol confirmation command is received in step 87AKS055 (step 87AKS055; Yes), for example, in the variable display of the decorative symbol such as transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (fixed decorative symbol) that is the display result (step 87AKS056). At this time, a predetermined fixed time is set as the waiting time for receiving the jackpot start designation command (step 87AKS057). Further, after updating the value of the effect process flag to "3" which is a value corresponding to the special figure hit waiting process (step 87AKS058), the effect process during variable display is terminated.

17-18 to 17-22 show examples of variable display of decorative patterns and execution of various effects. FIG. 17-18 shows an execution example from the start of fluctuation, which is the start of variable display, to the execution of the suggestion effect corresponding to the first timing before the reach is established. FIG. 17-19 shows a case other than the variable end or non-reach (loss), in which the variable display ends in the case of non-reach (loss) after the change effect corresponding to the first timing before the reach is established is executed. An execution example of reach establishment in which the variable display is the reach mode is shown. FIG. 17-20 corresponds to an execution example of a variable end that ends the variable display in the case of normal (loss) and a second timing at the time of the cut-in effect from the super development where the reach effect that becomes the super reach is started. An execution example until the suggestion effect is executed is shown. FIG. 17-21 shows an execution example in which the promotion effect is executed after the change effect corresponding to the second timing at the time of the cut-in effect is executed. FIG. 17-22 shows an execution example from the execution of the operation effect to the end of the variable display, which is the end of the variable display.

In the effect determination process executed in step 87AKS022 of the variable display start setting process in response to the variable start of the effect execution example 87AKM01 shown in FIG. 17-18 (A), the final display image in the active display. The change pattern of the change effect, the effect mode of the suggestion effect, the effect mode of the cut-in effect, the operation mode of the promotion effect, and the like are determined. After the start of the fluctuation in the effect execution example 87AKM01, a suggestion effect suggesting that the display mode of the active display changes can be executed in response to the establishment of the reach, which is the first timing. FIG. 17-18 (B1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM11 when the suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87AKD1 is executed corresponding to the first timing. FIG. 17-18 (B2) shows an effect execution example 87AKM12 in the case where the suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87AKD2 is executed corresponding to the first timing. FIG. 17-18 (B3) shows an effect execution example 87AKM13 in the case where the suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87AKD3 is executed corresponding to the first timing. As described above, the suggestion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes depending on which of the displayed images 87 AKD 1 to 87 AKD 3 is used. Of the cases where the change effect is not executed in response to the first timing, if it is determined in step 87AKS103 of the effect determination process that the Gase suggestion effect is not executed, the suggestion effect is not executed. The variable display of the decorative pattern progresses. After the suggestion effect in any of the effect execution examples 87AKM11 to 87AKM13 is executed before the reach is established, which is the first timing, the change effect may or may not be executed. Of these, when the change effect is executed, the display mode of the active display can be changed according to the change pattern of the first timing determined in step 87AKS103 of the effect determination process.

FIG. 17-19 (A1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM21 in the case where the change effect is not executed corresponding to the absence of the change pattern of the first timing. Since the display image 87AKC1 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM21, the display mode of the active display remains white and does not change. In this case, the suggestion effect in any one of the effect execution examples 87AKM11 to 87AKM13 is a Gase suggestion effect that is executed when there is no change effect. However, in the determination example 87AKM32 shown in FIG. 17-11 (B), if the suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87AKD3 as in the effect execution example 87AKM13 is executed, the change pattern 87AKP1-1 to 87AKP1- Since it has been decided to be one of 6, it will not be a suggestion effect.

FIG. 17-19 (A2) shows an effect execution example 87AKM22 when the change effect according to the change pattern 87AKP1-1 is executed corresponding to the first timing. By displaying the display image 87AKC2 in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM22, the display mode of the active display changes to blue display. FIG. 17-19 (A3) shows an effect execution example 87AKM23 when the change effect according to the change pattern 87AKP1-2 is executed corresponding to the first timing. By displaying the display image 87AKC3 in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM23, the display mode of the active display changes to green display. FIG. 17-19 (A4) shows an effect execution example 87AKM24 when the change effect according to the change pattern 87AKP1-3 is executed corresponding to the first timing. By displaying the display image 87AKC4 in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM24, the display mode of the active display changes to red display.

After the variable display of the effect execution example 87AKM01 is started and before the reach is established, which is the first timing, a suggestion effect is produced by displaying one of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 as in the effect execution example 87AKM11 to 87AKM13. After the execution, in the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-1, the display mode of the active display changes to blue because the display image 87AKC2 such as the effect execution example 87AKM22 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1. After the variable display of the effect execution example 87AKM01 is started and before the reach is established, which is the first timing, a suggestion effect is produced by displaying one of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 as in the effect execution example 87AKM11 to 87AKM13. After the execution, in the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-2, the display mode of the active display changes to green because the display image 87AKC3 such as the effect execution example 87AKM23 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1. After the variable display of the effect execution example 87AKM01 is started and before the reach is established, which is the first timing, a suggestion effect is produced by displaying one of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 as in the effect execution example 87AKM11 to 87AKM13. After the execution, in the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-3, the display mode of the active display changes to red because the display image 87AKC4 such as the effect execution example 87AKM24 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1.

In the case of the effect execution example 87AKM21, in the variable display by the non-reach fluctuation pattern, for example, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-reach combination such as the effect execution example 87AKM31 shown in FIG. The display result of the display is derived and ends. In the case of the effect execution example 87AKM21, in the variable display by the variation pattern other than the non-reach variation pattern, the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes the reach mode as in the effect execution example 87AKM32 shown in FIG. 17-19 (B2), for example. , Reach is established. After the reach is established, there are cases where the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed and the variable display ends, and there are cases where the reach effect that becomes the super reach is executed and the super development occurs.

FIG. 17-20 (A1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM41 of a variable end in which the variable display ends when the fixed decorative symbol of the reach combination is stopped and displayed when the reach effect that becomes the normal reach is executed. .. FIG. 17-20 (A2) shows a production execution example 87AKM42 of super development in which a reach effect of normal reach develops into a reach effect of super reach. When a reach effect that becomes a super reach is executed as in the effect execution example 87AKM42, the decorative symbols in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right" may be reduced and displayed. .. Further, a small symbol display area may be arranged at a predetermined position on the screen of the image display device 5. The small symbol display area is smaller than the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right", and is provided at a predetermined position such as the lower right portion on the screen of the image display device 5. There is. In the small symbol display area, variable display of small symbols is performed in response to variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols. The effect image showing the small pattern is smaller than the identification information image which is the effect image showing the decorative pattern, and the variable display can be executed in a manner in which a part or all of the identification information image showing the decorative pattern is common. It may be a reduced identification information image. For example, when the identification information image showing the decorative symbol includes a part showing a number and a part showing a character, the effect image showing the small symbol corresponds to the same symbol number as the part showing the number included in the decorative symbol. Since it is an image showing the numbers and does not include a part showing a character, it suffices if a small symbol can be displayed in a simpler manner than an effect image showing a decorative symbol. In this way, in the small symbol display area provided on the screen of the image display device 5, the small symbol that serves as the reduced identification information is variably displayed, and the definite small symbol that is the display result is derived. The effect image showing the small design may be displayed at a position where it can be visually recognized at all times. In the small symbol display area, by displaying the small symbol in a simple manner, it is sufficient to prevent the player from misidentifying the display content and display result of the small symbol.

Following the super development in the production execution example 87AKM42, the reach production that becomes the super reach may proceed as in the production execution example 87AKM43 shown in FIG. 17-20 (B). After the reach effect in the effect execution example 87AKM43, the display mode of the active display changes with the execution of the cut-in effect or without the execution of the cut-in effect in response to the cut-in effect which is the second timing. Suggestion effects that suggest the above become feasible. FIG. 17-20 (C1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM51 in which a suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87 AKD1 is executed corresponding to the second timing when the cut-in effect is not executed. By determining without the display image used for the cut-in effect in step 87AKS105 of the effect determination process, even if the cut-in effect is not executed, the suggestion effect corresponding to the second timing is displayed in step 87AKS103 of the effect determination process. When the image is determined, the suggestion effect can be executed even if the cut-in effect is not executed at the time of the cut-in effect which is the second timing. FIG. 17-20 (C2) shows an effect execution example 87AKM52 in which a suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87AKD2 is executed corresponding to the second timing when the cut-in effect by displaying the display image 87AKE2 is executed. ing. FIG. 17-20 (C3) shows an effect execution example 87AKM53 in which a suggestion effect by displaying the display image 87AKD3 is executed corresponding to the second timing when the cut-in effect by displaying the display image 87AKE3 is executed. ing. The change effect is executed after the suggestion effect in any of the effect execution examples 87AKM51 to 87AKM53 is executed corresponding to the cut-in effect that is the second timing. At this time, the display mode of the active display can be changed according to the change pattern of the second timing determined in step 87AKS103 of the effect determination process.

FIG. 17-21 (A1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM61 when the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-1 is executed corresponding to the second timing. By displaying the display image 87AKC2 in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM62, the display mode of the active display changes to blue display. FIG. 17-21 (A2) shows an effect execution example 87AKM62 when the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-2 is executed corresponding to the second timing. By displaying the display image 87AKC3 in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM62, the display mode of the active display changes to green display. FIG. 17-21 (A3) shows an effect execution example 87AKM63 when the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-3 is executed corresponding to the second timing. By displaying the display image 87AKC4 in the active display area 87AKA1 of the effect execution example 87AKM63, the display mode of the active display changes to red display.

At the time of the cut-in effect which is the second timing after the reach effect which becomes the super reach such as the effect execution example 87AKM42 and 87AKM43 is started, any of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 like the effect execution example 87AKM51-87AKM53. After executing the suggestion effect by displaying, in the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-1, the display image 87AKC2 like the effect execution example 87AKM61 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1 to display the active display. The mode changes to blue display. At the time of the cut-in effect which is the second timing after the reach effect which becomes the super reach such as the effect execution example 87AKM42 and 87AKM43 is started, any of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 like the effect execution example 87AKM51-87AKM53. In the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-2 after executing the suggestion effect by displaying, the display image 87AKC3 such as the effect execution example 87AKM62 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1 to display the active display. The mode changes to green. At the time of the cut-in effect which is the second timing after the reach effect which becomes the super reach such as the effect execution example 87AKM42 and 87AKM43 is started, any of the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3 like the effect execution example 87AKM51-87AKM53. After executing the suggestion effect by displaying, in the change effect by the change pattern 87AKP1-3, the display image 87AKC4 such as the effect execution example 87AKM63 is displayed in the active display area 87AKA1 to display the active display. The aspect changes to red display. The player's movement is promoted after a part or all of the cut-in effect, the suggestion effect, and the change effect corresponding to the second timing are executed, or after the reach effect progresses without executing these effects. The promotion effect is executed.

FIG. 17-21 (B1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM71 in which a promotion effect by displaying the display image 87AKF1 is executed following the effect execution example 87AKM63. FIG. 17-21 (B2) shows an effect execution example 87AKM72 in which the promotion effect by displaying the display image 87AKF2 is executed following the effect execution example 87AKM63. FIG. 17-21 (B3) shows an effect execution example 87AKM73 in which the promotion effect by displaying the display image 87AKF3 is executed following the effect execution example 87AKM63. After the cut-in effect, which is the second timing, the promotion effect is executed in the effect mode of the small V-con display by the display image 87AKF1 such as the effect execution example 87AKM71, and the effect execution example 87AKM72. The promotion effect is executed in the effect mode of the medium V-con display by the display image 87AKF2, and the promotion effect is executed in the effect mode of the large V-con display by the display image 87AKF3 such as the effect execution example 87AKM73. There are cases. In step 87AKS106 of the effect determination process, the feature units 87AK to 89AK correspond to the feature unit 87AK to 89AK, such as the promotion effect determination example 87AK51 for the feature unit 87AK, the promotion effect determination example 88AK01 for the feature unit 88AK, and the promotion effect determination example 89AK01 for the feature unit 89AK. The display image 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect is determined in proportion. With the execution of the promotion effect, the effective detection period is set to effectively detect the movement of the player. During the effective detection period, it is possible to detect an operation in which the player tilts the operation stick of the stick controller 31A, such as a pulling operation on the V controller. Based on the result of detecting the movement of the player during the effective detection period, the movement effect can be executed.

FIG. 17-22 (A1) shows an effect execution example 87AKM81 when the operation effect is executed corresponding to the display result of the variable display being “missing”. In this case, for example, the fixed decorative symbol having a reach loss such as the effect execution example 87AKM91 shown in FIG. 17-22 (B1) is stopped and displayed, so that the display result of the variable display is derived and the process ends.

FIG. 17-22 (A2) shows an effect execution example 87AKM82 when the operation effect is executed corresponding to the display result of the variable display corresponding to the “big hit”. In this case, for example, the fixed decorative symbol of the jackpot combination such as the effect execution example 87AKM92 shown in FIG. 17-22 (B2) is stopped and displayed, so that the display result of the variable display is derived and the process ends.

In this way, the promotion effect that promotes the movement of the player includes whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode, whether or not the change effect is executed and the timing, the final display image of the active display, whether or not the suggestion effect is executed, and the effect mode. It is possible to execute different effects in different proportions according to other effects and display states. Further, depending on the effect mode of the promotion effect, the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit", and the degree of expectation controlled to the big hit game state can be different. Further, the suggestion effect, the change effect, and the cut-in effect can be executed without detecting the movement of the player. It is possible to execute the promotion effect at a different ratio according to the presence / absence of execution of the effect that can be executed without detecting the movement of the player, the effect mode, and the timing. As a result, by increasing the player's interest in various productions, the player's expectation can be appropriately raised by the production, and the game entertainment can be improved.

The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 does not have to have all the technical features shown in the above-described embodiment, and is a part described in the above-described embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may have the structure of. For example, in a configuration such as 88AK01 for determining the promotion effect related to the feature portion 88AK and 89AK01 for determining the promotion effect for the feature portion 89AK, the effect mode of the promotion effect can be determined regardless of whether or not the cut-in effect is executed and the effect mode. , The cut-in effect does not have to be executed.

It suffices that the promotion effect can be executed with different proportions of the effect mode depending on the presence / absence of execution, the effect mode, the timing, or a combination of a part or all of them in an arbitrary effect different from the promotion effect. For example, when the variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" is executed, the ratio of the effect mode of the promotion effect to the predetermined mode may be different depending on the presence / absence of the execution, the effect mode, and the timing. The variable display effect of the "pseudo-ream" can execute the re-variable display once or a plurality of times after temporarily stopping the variable display after the variable display is started and then executing the variable display again. When the variable display is temporarily stopped, it may be in a predetermined temporary stop mode such as a pseudo-continuous chance eye. The pseudo-ream chance eye may include a combination of a plurality of types of temporary stop symbols according to the combination of decorative symbols. In this case, for example, the ratio of the effect mode of the promotion effect may be different depending on the pseudo-continuous chances displayed as a temporary stop.

When the variable display effect of "pseudo-ream" is executed, it is possible to execute the promotion effect and the action effect a plurality of times before and after the execution of the revariable display and after each revariable display is executed. It may be. In this case, among the plurality of promotion effects, the second promotion effect executed after the first promotion effect is the presence / absence of execution in the first promotion effect, the effect mode, the timing, or a part or all of them. Depending on the combination, the ratio of the effect mode may be different and the execution may be performed.

Along with the change effect that changes the display mode of the active display, or instead of the change effect that changes the display mode of the active display, it may be possible to execute the hold change effect that changes the display mode of the hold display. In this case, the hold information related to the variable display is stored as the hold data including the random value for determining the display result, and in the first hold display area 87AKB1 and the second hold display area 87AKB2, the first hold display based on the hold information is stored. And the second hold display is executed. Then, before the start of the variable display corresponding to the hold information, the hold change effect of changing the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display at a different rate depending on whether or not the hold information is specific information is performed. It may be feasible. In such a configuration in which the hold change effect can be executed, the promotion effect may be executed at different ratios of the effect modes depending on whether or not the hold change effect is executed, the effect mode, and the timing.

The production modes such as suggestion production, change production, cut-in production, and promotion production are not limited to those in which the production modes differ depending on the display of different display images for some or all of the production modes, and various production devices are used. Any of the production modes may be different. For example, together with the display of the display image, or instead of the display of the display image, the sound output mode from the speakers 8L and 8R, the light emission mode in the light emitting member such as the game effect lamp 909 and the effect LED, and the operation mode in the effect movable member. Or, depending on the combination of a part or all of them, the effect may be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes.

The advantageous state is not limited to the big hit game state, and may include a special game state such as a time saving state or a probability change state. In addition, the maximum number of round games that can be executed in the jackpot game state is the number of first rounds (for example, "15") that is larger than the number of second rounds (for example, "7"), and it can be executed in a time-saving state. The upper limit of the variable display is the first number (for example, "100"), which is larger than the second number (for example, "50"), and the jackpot probability in the probability variation state is higher than the second probability (for example, 1/50). The number of consecutive chans, which is one probability (for example, 1/20) and the number of times that the jackpot game state is repeatedly controlled without being controlled in the normal state, is larger than the number of consecutive chans (for example, "5"). It may include a more favorable gaming situation for the player, such as part or all of the number of consecutive chans (eg, "10"). The display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4, which are the final display images of the active display, and the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect may be determined at different ratios depending on whether or not they are controlled to these advantageous states. ..

As an advantageous state that is advantageous for the player, it may be controlled to a KT (small hit time) state in which the probability that the variable display result becomes a "small hit" is high. For example, after the jackpot game state is completed, the KT state may be controlled at a predetermined ratio (including 100%). A gaming state that is not in the KT state may be referred to as a non-KT state. Further, the period controlled by the KT state may be referred to as a KT period, and the period not controlled by the KT state may be referred to as a non-KT period.

In the non-KT state, the variable display time of the second special figure is set to a very long time (for example, about 30 minutes). On the other hand, in the KT state, the variable display time of the second special figure is set to a relatively short time (for example, 5 seconds). Therefore, in the KT state, when the second start winning is continuously generated due to the game ball passing (entering) the second starting winning opening, the execution frequency of the variable display using the second special figure is the non-KT state. It will be much better than at. Corresponding to the variable display using the first special figure and the second special figure, the rate at which the variable display result is determined as "small hit" is higher than the rate at which the variable display result is determined as "big hit". ing. For example, the variable display result is determined to be a "small hit" at a rate of 99/100 (99%), and the variable display result is determined to be a "big hit" at a rate of 1/100 (1%). If the variable display result using the first special figure is "small hit", it is difficult for the game ball to pass (enter) through the large winning opening because the period during which the large winning opening is opened is short. Therefore, the game ball, which is a prize ball, is not paid out. In the KT state, the execution frequency of the variable display using the second special figure is improved, so that the frequency at which the variable display result using the second special figure becomes a "small hit" is also improved, and the small hit game state. It becomes easier to open the big prize opening. In the KT state, when the player shoots the game ball toward the right game area (right-handed), the frequency with which the big winning opening is opened is improved as compared with the non-KT state, which is advantageous for the player. Become. The display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4, which are the final display images of the active display, and the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3 used for the promotion effect may be determined at different ratios depending on whether or not the KT state is controlled.

The various restrictions may be any range or limitation as long as they do not deviate from the achievement purpose, the problem to be solved, or other purposes of the present invention. The range of the limitation may be a condition that makes the presence / absence, the ratio, and other quantities different for the execution of processing, control, and operation, and the limit of the limitation is the presence / absence, ratio, and other quantity for the execution of processing, control, and operation. The content may be different (for example, when stopping, reducing, reducing, etc.).

(Problem-solving means and effects of feature section 87AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that has a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player, such as a stick controller 31A and a controller sensor unit 35A. The detection means capable of detecting the operation of the player, the specific display means capable of displaying the specific display corresponding to the variable display such as the active display area 87AKA1, the first hold display area 87AKAB1, and the second hold display area 87AKB2, and the player's It is possible to execute the promotion effect that promotes the operation, for example, the promotion effect execution means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS051 of the effect processing during variable display, and the operation effect can be executed based on the detection result of the detection means. For example, an operation effect executing means such as an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS053 of the variable display effect process, and an effect that can execute a predetermined effect while executing the variable display, for example, step 87AKS049 of the variable display effect process. The specific display means includes a predetermined effect executing means such as a control CPU 120, and the specific display means includes a specific mode such as a red display using the display image 87AKC4, for example, a plurality of displays such as display colors corresponding to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4. The specific display can be displayed by any one of the modes, and the promotion effect executing means includes, for example, a special mode such as a large V-con display using the display image 87AKF3, for example, a V-con display according to the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3. The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes such as the size of the display image, and the predetermined effect execution means includes, for example, a predetermined mode such as a message of "super heat !!" using the display image 87AKE3. A predetermined effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes such as a message corresponding to the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3. For example, as shown in the determination example 87AK41 of the cut-in effect in FIGS. 17-12, the display mode of the specific display Depending on the situation, the predetermined effect is executed at a different rate according to the predetermined mode. For example, as in the case of determining the promotion effect according to the cut-in effect in FIG. 17-13, 87AK51, the predetermined effect is executed at a different rate depending on the effect mode of the predetermined effect. The promotion effect is executed according to a special mode, and is controlled to an advantageous state at different ratios depending on the effect mode of the promotion effect, for example, as in the determination example 87AK51 of the promotion effect according to the variable display result in FIGS. 17-13. As a result, by increasing the player's interest in various productions, it is possible to appropriately raise the player's expectation by the production and improve the game interest.

For example, as shown in FIG. 17-9 (B3), the predetermined effect can be executed by the predetermined effect executing means after the specific display is displayed by the specific display means and before the operation effect is executed by the motion effect executing means. You may. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, it may be possible to change the display mode of the specific display in response to the execution of the predetermined effect, such as during the cut-in effect of the second timing in FIG. 17-9 (B3). As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, in the case where the display image 87AKE1 to 87AKE3 is determined in the determination example 87AK41 of the cut-in effect, the display mode of the specific display is different depending on which of the plurality of effect modes the predetermined effect is executed. It may be possible to change. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, in the case where the first timing is determined to be the change pattern 87AKP1-3 in the change pattern determination example 87AK22, it corresponds to the case where the display mode of the specific display is the specific mode before the execution of the predetermined effect by the predetermined effect executing means. Therefore, it is not necessary to change the display mode of the specific display. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. Depending on the setting, the specific display may be displayed at a different ratio by any one of the plurality of display modes. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. Depending on the setting, the predetermined effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. As in the case of determining the promotion effect in -16, 87AK61, the promotion effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios depending on the setting of the setting means. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

(Problem-solving means and effects of feature 88AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that has a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player, such as a stick controller 31A and a controller sensor unit 35A. The detection means capable of detecting the operation of the above, the specific display means capable of displaying the specific display corresponding to the variable display such as the active display area 87AKA1, the first hold display area 87AKAB1, and the second hold display area 87AKB2, and the player's It is possible to execute the promotion effect that promotes the operation, for example, the promotion effect execution means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS051 of the effect processing during variable display, and the operation effect can be executed based on the detection result of the detection means. For example, the operation effect executing means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes the variable display effect process step 87AKS053 and the change effect that changes the display mode of the specific display can be executed, for example, the variable display effect process step 87AKS045 is executed. The specific display means is provided with a change effect execution means such as a CPU 120 for effect control, and the specific display means is red using, for example, the display image 87AKC4 from a period before the execution of the operation effect, such as the effect execution examples 87AKM01 to 87AKM73. The specific display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display modes including the specific mode such as the display, for example, the display color corresponding to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4, and the promotion effect executing means uses, for example, the display image 87AKF3. The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes such as the size of the V-con display according to the display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3, including a special mode such as the large V-con display, and the change effect execution means is For example, the change effect can be executed at any of a plurality of timings, such as the feasible timing of the change effect in FIG. 17-9 (B3), and corresponds to the final display image in FIG. 17-14, for example. As in the decision example 88AK01 of the promotion effect, the promotion effect is executed in a special mode at different ratios according to the display mode of the specific display, and for example, as in the determination example 88AK01 of the promotion effect according to the change effect in FIGS. 17-14. In addition, the selection ratio of the timing at which the change effect is executed differs depending on whether the promotion effect is executed in the special mode or not, and for example, the promotion effect according to the variable display result in FIGS. 17-14. Promotion production as in the decision example 88AK01 It is controlled to an advantageous state at different ratios according to the effect mode of. As a result, by increasing the player's interest in various productions, it is possible to appropriately raise the player's expectation by the production and improve the game interest.

For example, as shown in FIG. 17-9 (B3), the predetermined effect can be executed by the predetermined effect executing means after the specific display is displayed by the specific display means and before the operation effect is executed by the motion effect executing means. You may. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, at the time of the cut-in effect of the second timing in FIG. 17-9 (B3), the change effect may be executed by the change effect execution means in response to the execution of the predetermined effect by the predetermined effect execution means. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, when the display images 87AKE1 to 87AKE3 are determined in the cut-in effect determination example 87AK41, the change effect can be executed at different ratios depending on which of the plurality of effect modes the predetermined effect is executed. It may be. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, in the case where the first timing is determined to be the change pattern 87AKP1-3 in the change pattern determination example 87AK22, it corresponds to the case where the display mode of the specific display is the specific mode before the execution of the predetermined effect by the predetermined effect executing means. Therefore, it is not necessary to execute the change effect by the change effect execution means. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. Depending on the setting, the specific display may be displayed at a different ratio by any one of the plurality of display modes. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. Depending on the setting, the predetermined effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. As in the case of determining the promotion effect in -16, 87AK61, the promotion effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios depending on the setting of the setting means. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

(Problem-solving means and effects of feature 89AK)
A gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine 1 that has a variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state such as a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player, such as a stick controller 31A and a controller sensor unit 35A. The detection means capable of detecting the operation of the player, the specific display means capable of displaying the specific display corresponding to the variable display such as the active display area 87AKA1, the first hold display area 87AKAB1, and the second hold display area 87AKB2, and the player's It is possible to execute the promotion effect that promotes the operation, for example, the promotion effect execution means such as the effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS051 of the effect processing during variable display, and the operation effect can be executed based on the detection result of the detection means. For example, it is possible to execute an operation effect executing means such as an effect control CPU 120 that executes step 87AKS053 of the variable display effect process and a suggestion effect suggesting that the display mode of the specific display changes, for example, the variable display effect process. The specific display means includes a suggestion effect execution means such as the effect control CPU 120 for executing step 87AKS043, and the specific display means includes a specific mode such as a red display using the display image 87AKC4, for example, a display according to the display images 87AKC1 to 87AKC4. The specific display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display modes such as colors, and the promotion effect executing means includes, for example, a special mode such as a large V-con display using the display image 87AKF3, for example, display images 87AKF1 to 87AKF3. The promotion effect can be executed by any one of a plurality of effect modes such as the size of the V-con display according to the display, and the suggestion effect execution means is, for example, a plurality of effect modes such as the suggestion mode according to the display images 87AKD1 to 87AKD3. The suggestion effect can be executed by any of the above, and for example, as in the determination example 87AK32 of the suggestion effect in FIG. 17-11 (B), the specific display is displayed in a specific mode at a different ratio depending on the effect mode of the suggestion effect. Displayed, for example, as in the determination example 89AK01 of the promotion effect according to the suggestion effect in FIGS. 17-15, any of the plurality of effect modes is displayed at different ratios depending on whether or not the promotion effect is executed by a special mode. The suggestion effect is executed, and is controlled to an advantageous state at different ratios depending on the effect mode of the promotion effect, for example, as in the case of determining the promotion effect 89AK01 according to the variable display result in FIGS. 17-15. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, as shown in FIG. 17-9 (B3), the predetermined effect can be executed by the predetermined effect executing means after the specific display is displayed by the specific display means and before the operation effect is executed by the motion effect executing means. You may. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, it may be possible to change the display mode of the specific display in response to the execution of the predetermined effect by the predetermined effect executing means, such as during the cut-in effect of the second timing in FIG. 17-9 (B3). As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, in the case where the display image 87AKE1 to 87AKE3 is determined in the determination example 87AK41 of the cut-in effect, the display mode of the specific display is different depending on which of the plurality of effect modes the predetermined effect is executed. It may be possible to change. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, in the case where the first timing is determined to be the change pattern 87AKP1-3 in the change pattern determination example 87AK22, it corresponds to the case where the display mode of the specific display is the specific mode before the execution of the predetermined effect by the predetermined effect executing means. Therefore, it is not necessary to change the display mode of the specific display. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. Depending on the setting, the specific display may be displayed at a different ratio by any one of the plurality of display modes. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. Depending on the setting, the predetermined effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

For example, the CPU 103 that executes the setting value changing process of step S6A in FIG. 16-6 is provided with a setting means that can be set to any one of a plurality of setting values having different advantages for the player. As in the case of determining the promotion effect in -16, 87AK61, the promotion effect may be executed in any one of a plurality of effect modes at different ratios depending on the setting of the setting means. As a result, it is possible to appropriately raise the expectation of the player by directing and improve the interest of the game.

1 ... Pachinko game machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Game machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Winning ball device 6B ... Variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Frame LED
10… General winning opening 11… Main board 12… Production control board 13… Voice control board 14… LED control board 15… Relay board 17… Special variable winning ball device 20… Ordinary symbol display 21… Gate switch 22A, 22B… Start Mouth switch 23 ... 1st count switch 24 ... 2nd count switch 30 ... Hitting ball operation handle 31A ... Stick controller 31B ... Push button 32 ... Movable body 41 ... Passing gate 100 ... Game control microcomputer 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... Random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for production control
123… Display control unit

Claims (1)

It is a gaming machine that performs variable display, can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and can be set to any of a plurality of types of setting values that have different advantages to the player.
A game control means that controls the progress of the game and sends commands according to the progress of the game.
An effect control means that controls the execution of the effect based on the command transmitted from the game control means.
A display means provided on the same board as the game control means,
With
The game control means
Controls the progress of the game based on consecutive values that correspond to multiple types of set values.
A first command capable of specifying the number of types of the set value and a second command capable of specifying the value corresponding to the set value are transmitted.
A value corresponding to a plurality of types of set values and different from a continuous value can be displayed on the display means.
The effect control means identifies a set value set based on the first command and the second command, and determines the set value.
further,
A detection means that can detect the movement of the player,
Specific display means that can display specific display corresponding to variable display,
A promotion effect execution means that can execute a promotion effect that promotes the movement of the player,
An operation effect executing means capable of executing an operation effect based on the detection result of the detection means,
It is provided with a predetermined effect executing means capable of executing a predetermined effect while the variable display is being executed.
The specific display means can display the specific display by any one of a plurality of display modes including the specific mode.
The promotion effect execution means can execute the promotion effect by any one of a plurality of effect modes including a special mode.
The predetermined effect executing means can execute the predetermined effect by any one of a plurality of effect modes including the predetermined mode.
Depending on the display mode of the specific display, the predetermined effect is executed by the predetermined mode at different rates.
Depending on the effect mode of the predetermined effect, the promotion effect is executed by the special mode at different rates.
Depending on the production mode of the promotion effect, the advantageous state is controlled at different ratios.
A game machine characterized by that.