JP2021119836A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of enhancing interest in a game in the game machine having so-called a simultaneous variation function.SOLUTION: Although a game machine normally stops and displays a losing pattern in a big win variation when a small win variation is completed during execution of the big win variation, the game machine nearly simultaneously completes the small win variation and the big win variation in such a case. For this reason, when the game machine tries to determine which is completed first from among a small win variation and a big win variation when the small win variation and the big win variation are completed, the determination may be wrong. Therefore, when a small win variation is started, the game machine determines whether the small win variation is completed during execution of a big win variation before completion of the small win variation. This way, a pattern (a big win pattern or a losing pattern) stopped and displayed in a big win variation can be determined accurately.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 29

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine (pachinko machine) that plays a game by firing a gaming ball toward a gaming area formed on a gaming board.

A gaming machine provided with a first starting port and a second starting port into which a game ball flowing down on a game board surface (game area) can enter is known. In such a gaming machine, the variation display of the first special symbol in which the game ball enters the first starting port is performed, and the variation display of the second special symbol is performed when the game ball enters the second starting port. Then, when any of the special symbols is stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbol, the jackpot game in which the variable entry slot such as the jackpot can be entered can be executed.

In recent years, as such a gaming machine, a gaming machine having a function of executing the above-mentioned variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol in parallel (so-called simultaneous variation function) has been proposed. (Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2007-1758083

However, the above-mentioned simultaneous fluctuation function is a well-known technique for players, and there is a problem that it cannot be said that the game entertainment is sufficiently enhanced.

The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and an object of the present invention is to enhance the interest of gaming in a gaming machine having a so-called simultaneous fluctuation function.

In order to solve at least a part of the above-mentioned problems, the gaming machine of the present invention adopts the following configuration. That is,
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A related effect executing means capable of executing a related effect related to at least one of the first variation and the second variation, and
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
The first variation executing means can execute a jackpot variation in which the first special symbol is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol as the first variation.
The second variation executing means can execute the small hit variation in which the second special symbol is stopped and displayed by the small hit symbol as the second variation.
When the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, in a gaming machine capable of stopping and displaying the off symbol due to the big hit fluctuation.
When the small hit fluctuation is started, it is provided with a determination means capable of determining whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, prior to the end of the small hit fluctuation.
The related effect executing means is characterized in that the related effect is executed based on the result of the determination by the determination means.

Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is
When the big hit fluctuation is started, the end timing of the big hit fluctuation can be detected, and when the small hit fluctuation is started, the end timing detecting means capable of detecting the end timing of the small hit fluctuation is provided. Prepare
The determination means may make the determination based on the end timing of the big hit variation and the end timing of the small hit variation detected by the end timing detecting means.

Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is
A main control unit having the first variation executing means and the second variation executing means,
A sub-control unit having the related effect executing means and the determination means,
With
When the big hit fluctuation is started, the main control unit transmits the big hit fluctuation time, which is the fluctuation time of the big hit fluctuation, to the sub control unit, and when the small hit fluctuation is started, the small hit The small hit fluctuation time, which is the fluctuation time of the fluctuation, is transmitted to the sub-control unit.
The determination means of the sub control unit may make the determination based on the jackpot fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time received from the main control unit.

Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is
A main control unit having the first variation executing means, the second variation executing means, and the determining means,
A sub-control unit having the related effect executing means,
With
The determination means of the main control unit makes the determination based on the jackpot fluctuation time which is the fluctuation time of the jackpot fluctuation and the small hit fluctuation time which is the fluctuation time of the small hit fluctuation, and determines the result of the determination. It may be transmitted to the sub-control unit.

Further, the gaming machine of the present invention is
The main control unit transmits a first stop signal to the sub control unit when the first fluctuation ends, and directs a second stop signal to the sub control unit when the second fluctuation ends. And send
When the small hit variation ends during the execution of the big hit variation, the related effect executing means of the sub control unit executes the related effect based on the second stop signal, and the small hit variation causes the small hit variation. If it does not end during the execution of the jackpot fluctuation, the related effect may be executed based on the first stop signal.

According to the present invention, it is possible to enhance the interest in gaming in a gaming machine having a so-called simultaneous fluctuation function.

It is a front view of the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the board surface structure of the game board 20 of this Example. It is a block diagram which shows the structure of the control circuit in the pachinko machine 1 of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structure of the segment display part 50 of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the kind of the jackpot game of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the display content of the effect display device 41 of this embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows "main production" and "non-main production" for each game state of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the progress mode of the game in the "normal state" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the progress mode (when the right first start opening 25 enters a ball) in the "probability change state", "rush state" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the progress mode (when the 2nd start opening 30 enters a ball) in the "probability change state", "rush state" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the transition of the game state after the end of the big hit game of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the playability in the "probability change state" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the playability in the "rush state" of this Example. It is a flowchart which shows the game control processing executed by the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which conceptually shows the variation pattern selection table of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the kind of the variation pattern selection table of this Example. It is a flowchart which shows the effect control process executed by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the process corresponding to the reception command of the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 of this embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the mode that the "non-main production" of this embodiment is executed. It is explanatory drawing which shows the condition which "non-main effect" is executed in "normal state" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state that the "change processing" of this Example is performed. It is a flowchart which shows the 2nd effect execution process which is executed by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the "prohibition period" of another Embodiment 1. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the mode that the "main production" and "non-main production" of another Embodiment 3 are performed. It is explanatory drawing which shows the "invalid period" and "valid period" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state that the production is performed in the "invalid period" of this embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state that the production is performed in the "valid period" of this Example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the length and effect of the "invalid period" of the modification 1. FIG. It is explanatory drawing which shows the state that the "big hit first variation" of the modification 2 is terminated in the middle. It is a flowchart which shows the look-ahead effect execution processing which is executed by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 of the modification 3. It is explanatory drawing which shows the content suggestion in the look-ahead effect of the modification 3 for each type of "main effect".

In order to clarify the contents of the present invention described above, examples of the present invention will be described. In the embodiment, unless otherwise specified, the right side is expressed as "right" and the left side is expressed as "left" when facing the front of the pachinko machine (game machine).

Further, the following examples will be described in the following order.
A. Pachinko machine equipment configuration:
A-1. Configuration on the front side of the device:
A-2. Game board composition:
A-3. Control circuit configuration:
B. Game content:
C. Progression mode of the game in the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment:
C-1. Progress of the game in the normal state:
C-2. Progress of the game in the probabilistic state and the rush state:
C-3. Probability change state, rush state advantage:
D. Game control processing:
E. Production control processing:
F. Relationship between the first production and the second production:
F-1. Main production, non-main production:
F-2. Execution of non-main production:
F-3. Second production corresponding to "big hit second fluctuation":
F-4. Other embodiments:
F-4-1. Other Embodiment 1:
F-4-2. Other Embodiment 2:
G. First production in "rush state" (non-main production):
H. Invalid period, valid period:
I. Modification example:
I-1. Modification 1 (Production during invalid period):
I-2. Deformation example 2 (stopping the first jackpot fluctuation from coming off):
I-3. Modification 3 (look-ahead effect):

A. Pachinko machine equipment configuration:
A-1. Configuration on the front side of the device:
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 1, a front frame 4 is provided on the front surface of the pachinko machine 1. A window portion 4a is formed in a substantially central portion of the front frame 4, and a transparent plate 4b made of synthetic resin is fitted in the window portion 4a. The player can visually recognize the game area of the game board 20 (see FIG. 2) arranged on the back side through the window portion 4a (transparent plate 4b). A small window portion 4c is formed in the lower right of the window portion 4a in the front frame 4, and a transparent plate 4d such as a synthetic resin plate is fitted in the small window portion 4c. The player can visually recognize the segment display portion of the game board 20 arranged on the back side through the small window portion 4c (transparent plate 4d). As will be described in detail later, the segment display unit is a display unit that displays information related to the game by combining a plurality of LEDs.

An upper lamp 5a is provided above the window 4a in the front frame 4, a right side lamp 5b is provided on the right side of the peripheral edge of the window 4a, and a left side is provided on the left side of the peripheral edge of the window 4a. A lamp 5c is provided. Further, an upper speaker 6a is provided above the left and right of the window portion 4a, and a lower speaker 6b is provided below the front frame 4 (lower front surface of the main body frame described later). These upper lamps 5a, right side lamps 5b, left side lamps 5c, upper speakers 6a, and lower speakers 6b are driven in order to enhance the effect of the game.

An upper dish portion 7 is provided below the window portion 4a in the front frame 4. The upper plate portion 7 stores game balls rented out via a card unit 60 provided corresponding to the pachinko machine 1 and game balls paid out from the pachinko machine 1. Further, a lower plate portion 8 is provided below the upper plate portion 7, and a game ball rented out in excess of the capacity of the upper plate portion 7 or a game paid out in excess of the capacity of the upper plate portion 7. The sphere is stored.

A firing handle 9 is provided on the right side of the lower plate portion 8 in the front frame 4. A launching device unit is mounted on the back side of the launching handle 9, and a game ball stored in the upper plate portion 7 is supplied to the launching device unit. When the player rotates the launch handle 9, the rotation angle is transmitted to the launcher unit, the launch motor built in the launcher unit rotates, and the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle. ..

Further, an effect button 10a that can be pressed by the player is provided on the edge of the upper plate 7, and a jog shuttle that can be pushed or rotated by the player is provided on the left side of the lower plate 8. 10b is provided. Further, although not shown, a direction button 10c is provided on the left side of the effect button 10a at the edge of the upper plate portion 7. The direction button 10c is composed of four buttons (up button, down button, left button, right button) corresponding to each of the up, down, left, and right directions. These effect buttons 10a, jog shuttle 10b, and direction button 10c are all effect operation units operated by the player, and when the player operates when a predetermined condition is satisfied, a predetermined game effect is performed. ..

An inner frame and a main body frame are provided on the back side of the front frame 4, and one end (left side in FIG. 1) of the front frame 4 is rotatably supported with respect to the inner frame. (Left side in FIG. 1) is rotatably supported with respect to the main body frame. The main body frame is a substantially rectangular frame formed by assembling wooden plate-shaped members, and the pachinko machine 1 is installed in the game hall by attaching the main body frame to the island equipment. The game board 20 is detachably attached to the front side of the middle frame, and when the front frame 4 is rotated (opened) to the front side of the pachinko machine 1 with respect to the middle frame, the game board 20 is exposed. It becomes a state.

A-2. Game board configuration:
FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing a board surface configuration of the game board 20. As described above, the game board 20 is detachably attached to the front side of the middle frame. As shown in FIG. 2, a substantially circular gaming region 21 is formed in the center of the gaming board 20. The game ball launched from the launcher unit 261 (see FIG. 3) is discharged into the game area 21 through between the outer rail 22 and the inner rail 23, and flows down from above the game area 21. Since the game area 21 is visually recognized by the player through the window portion 4a of the front frame 4, naturally, the state of the game ball flowing down the game area 21 is also visually recognized by the player through the window portion 4a.

At the substantially center of the game area 21, an effect opening 40, which is an opening decorated on the peripheral edge, is provided, and behind the effect opening 40, an effect display configured by a liquid crystal display is provided. The device 41 is provided. Various images for the effect can be displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41, and the player can visually recognize the display screen of the effect display device 41 through the effect opening 40.

Below the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41) in the game area 21, the size of the opening through which the game ball can enter is constant (constant), and the start port allows the game ball to enter at all times. A left first starting port 24 is provided. The game ball that has entered the left first starting port 24 is guided to the back surface side of the game board 20 through a passage provided inside. A left first starting port sensor 24s (see FIG. 3) is provided in the passage inside the left first starting port 24, and it is possible to detect a game ball that has entered the left first starting port 24.

Further, on the right side of the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41) in the game area 21, a normal symbol actuating gate 27 through which a game ball can pass is provided, and inside the normal symbol actuating gate 27, A gate sensor 27s (see FIG. 3) that detects the passage of the game ball is provided.

Further, below the normal symbol actuating gate 27, the size of the opening (entry opening) through which the game ball can enter is unchanged (constant), and the second opening is a starting opening through which the game ball can always enter. A starting port 30 is provided. The game ball that has entered the second starting port 30 is guided to the back surface side of the game board 20 through a passage provided inside. A second starting port sensor 30s (see FIG. 3) is provided in the passage inside the second starting port 30, and it is possible to detect a game ball that has entered the second starting port 30.

Further, below the second starting port 30, a large winning opening 28 (so-called big hit attacker) opened in a substantially rectangular shape is provided. The large winning opening 28 is provided with an opening / closing door 29 (hatched portion in the drawing) that can rotate in the front-rear direction of the pachinko machine 1. It is possible to change between a state in which the ball cannot be entered) and an open state in which the opening / closing door 29 rotates toward the front side of the pachinko machine 1 so that the game ball can enter the ball (the state in which the ball can be entered). FIG. 2 shows a state in which the large winning opening 28 is in an open state. The game ball that has entered the grand prize opening 28 is guided to the back surface side of the game board 20 through a passage provided inside. A large winning opening sensor 28s (see FIG. 3) is provided in the passage inside the large winning opening 28, and it is possible to detect a game ball that has entered the large winning opening 28.

Below the large winning opening 28, a ball entry opening unit 33 protruding forward (on the player side) from the front surface of the game board 20 is provided. The upper surface of the ball entry port unit 33 is inclined downward from the right side to the left side, and is a rolling surface 34 on which the game ball can roll from the right side to the left side (center side of the pachinko machine 1). The rolling surface 34 is provided with a right first starting port 25. The right first starting port 25 is provided with an opening / closing door 26 (hatched portion in the drawing) that is slidable (movable) in the front-rear direction of the pachinko machine 1, and the opening / closing door 26 slides (moves) forward. ), And the closed state where the game ball cannot enter (the ball cannot enter), and the open state where the opening / closing door 26 slides (moves) to the rear side and the game ball can enter (the ball can enter). Can be changed to. A right first starting port sensor 25s (see FIG. 3) is provided inside the right first starting port 25, and can detect a game ball that has entered the right first starting port 25. The right first starting port 25 is different from the left first starting port 24 in that it is provided on the right side of the effect opening 40 and that it can be changed between a closed state and an open state. However, it is the same in that the first special symbol, which will be described later, is displayed in a variable manner.

In addition to the right first starting port 25, the rolling surface 34 of the ball entry port unit 33 is provided with a small winning opening 35 (so-called small hit attacker). The small winning opening 35 is provided with an opening / closing door 36 (hatched portion in the drawing) that is slidable (movable) in the front-rear direction of the pachinko machine 1, and the opening / closing door 36 slides (moves) forward. The game ball changes from a closed state (ball entry impossible state) in which the game ball cannot enter, and an open state (ball entry possible state) in which the opening / closing door 36 slides (moves) to the rear side and the game ball can enter. It is possible. A small winning opening sensor 35s (see FIG. 3) is provided inside the small winning opening 35, and it is possible to detect a game ball that has entered the small winning opening 35. The small winning opening 35 is provided on the downstream side (left side, downstream side in the flow direction of the game ball) from the right first starting opening 25, and the game ball entering the right first starting opening 25 is a small winning opening. It does not enter 35. That is, if the right first starting port 25 is in the open state, the game ball that has reached the rolling surface 34 enters the right first starting port 25 and is subsequently guided to the back surface side of the game board 20. The ball will not enter the winning opening 35.

The game ball that has entered the right first starting port 25 or the small winning opening 35 is guided to the back surface side of the game board 20 through a passage provided inside the ball entry port unit 33. Since at least a part of the front wall of the entrance unit 33 is formed by a transparent plate (because it has light transmission), the player can start the first right through the front wall of the entrance unit 33. It is possible to visually recognize how the game ball that has entered the mouth 25 or the small winning mouth 35 is guided to the back surface side of the game board 20.

Around each of the above-mentioned game devices, a general entry port (not shown), a windmill type wheel 31 that affects the flow path of the game ball, and a large number of obstacle nails (not shown) are provided. Further, an out port 32 is provided at the lowermost portion of the game area 21, and the left first starting port 24, the second starting port 30, the large winning opening 28, the right first starting opening 25, and the small winning opening 35 described above are provided. , The game ball that has not entered any of the general entry ports is discharged from the out opening 32 to the back side of the game board 20.

Only a game ball flowing down the left region (first region) of the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41) can enter the left first start port 24 described above. On the other hand, the normal symbol operating gate 27, the second starting port 30, the large winning opening 28, the right first starting opening 25, and the small winning opening 35 are on the right side of the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41). Only game balls that flow down the area (second area) can enter (or pass through).

In the following, firing a game ball so as to flow down the left area of the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41) is also referred to as “left-handed”, and the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41). Launching a game ball so as to flow down the area to the right of is also referred to as "right-handed". In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when a game ball enters the left first starting port 24 and the right first starting port 25, three game balls are paid out to the player. Further, when a game ball enters the second starting port 30, one game ball is paid out to the player. Further, when a game ball enters the large winning opening 28 and the small winning opening 35, 10 game balls are paid out to the player. In addition, when a game ball enters the general entrance, five game balls are paid out to the player.

At the lower right of the game area 21 on the game board 20, a segment display unit 50 that displays information related to the game by combining LEDs is provided. The segment display unit 50 is visually recognized by the player through the small window unit 4c (see FIG. 1) provided in the front frame 4. The detailed display contents of the segment display unit 50 will be described in the “B. Game contents” column described later.

A-3. Control circuit configuration:
Next, the configuration of the control circuit in the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment will be described. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a control circuit in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment. As shown in the figure, the control circuit of the pachinko machine 1 is composed of many control boards, various boards, relay terminal boards, and the like. Specifically, the main control board 200 that controls the progress of the game, the sub control board 220 that controls the control related to the production of the game, and the control related to the display of images and the output of audio under the control of the sub control board 220. The image / voice control board 230, the lamp control board 226 that controls the light emission of the lamp under the control of the sub control board 220, the payout control board 240 that controls the rental and payout of the game ball, and the game ball. It is composed of a launch control board 260 and the like that control the launch. These control boards include a CPU that executes various logical calculations and calculation calculations (CPU 201, 221 and 231 in FIG. 3) and a ROM that stores various programs and data executed by the CPU (ROM 202, 222 in FIG. 3). , 232, etc.), RAM (203, 223, 233, etc. in FIG. 3) in which the CPU stores temporary data when executing a program, input / output circuits, and other peripheral LSIs are connected to each other by a bus. Has been done.

The main control board 200 includes a left first start port sensor 24s that detects a game ball that has entered the left first start port 24 and a right first start that detects a game ball that has entered the right first start port 25. The mouth sensor 25s, the gate sensor 27s that detects the game ball that has passed through the normal symbol operating gate 27, the second starting port sensor 30s that detects the game ball that has entered the second starting port 30, and the large winning opening 28. A large winning opening sensor 28s that detects a game ball, a small winning opening sensor 35s that detects a game ball that has entered the small winning opening 35, and the like are connected. When the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 receives the input of the detection signal of the game ball from these sensors or the like, the sub control board 220, the payout control board 240, etc. issue a command corresponding to the sensor to which the detection signal is input. It is transmitted to the launch control board 260 and the like.

Further, on the main control board 200, the right first opening (for opening and closing the right first starting port 25) for causing the opening / closing door 26 provided in the right first starting port 25 to perform an opening / closing operation. 1 Starting port solenoid 25m, large winning opening solenoid 28m for causing the opening / closing door 29 provided in the large winning opening 28 to open and close (to make the large winning opening 28 open and closed), small The opening / closing door 36 provided in the winning opening 35 is connected to a small winning opening solenoid 35m (to make the small winning opening 35 open and closed), a segment display unit 50, and the like for opening and closing operations. There is. The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 controls these operations by transmitting drive signals toward the right first starting port solenoid 25 m, the large winning opening solenoid 28m, the small winning opening solenoid 35m, and the segment display unit 50. ..

The image / audio control board 230, the lamp control board 226, and the effect operation board 228 are connected to the sub control board 220. When the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 receives various commands from the main control board 200, the CPU 221 analyzes the contents of the commands and performs an effect according to the contents. That is, a command for designating an output image or output sound is transmitted to the image / sound control board 230, and the upper lamp 5a, the right side lamp 5b, and the left side lamp 5c (hereinafter, "" By transmitting a command for specifying the light emission pattern of the lamps 5a to 5c), the effect of driving these lamps is performed. Further, the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 operates the player with respect to the effect button 10a, the jog shuttle 10b, and the direction button 10c (hereinafter, also referred to as “effect operation units 10a, 10b, 10c”) via the effect operation board 228. Is detected, an effect corresponding to the operation is performed.

The image / audio control board 230 includes a VDP 234, an image ROM 235, and an audio ROM 236 in addition to the CPU 231 and the ROM 232 and the RAM 233. When the CPU 231 of the image / audio control board 230 receives a command from the sub control board 220, the CPU 231 instructs the VDP 234 to display an image corresponding to the command. The VDP 234 reads image data (for example, sprite data, moving image data, etc.) used for displaying the instructed image from the image ROM 235, generates an image, and outputs the image to the display screen of the effect display device 41. When the CPU 231 of the image / audio control board 230 receives a command from the sub-control board 220, the CPU 231 reads the audio data corresponding to the command from the audio ROM 236. Then, the voice based on the voice data is output from the upper speaker 6a and the lower speaker 6b (hereinafter, also referred to as "speakers 6a, 6b") via the amplifier board 224.

A ball lending button 241 (not shown in FIG. 1) provided on the upper plate portion 7, a card unit 242 juxtaposed with the pachinko machine 1, a payout motor 243, and the like are connected to the payout control board 240. When the ball lending button 241 is operated, this signal is transmitted to the card unit 242 via the payout control board 240. The card unit 242 drives the payout motor 243 to rent out the game ball while communicating data with the payout control board 240. Further, when a payout command for instructing the payout of the game ball is received from the main control board 200, the payout motor 243 is driven to pay out the game ball.

Further, the launch control board 260 is connected to the payout control board 240, and the launch control board 260 detects that the launch motor 262 for launching the game ball and the player are touching the launch handle 9. A launcher unit 261 having a touch switch 263 and the like is connected. When the launch control board 260 detects that the player is touching the launch handle 9 via the touch switch 263, the launch control board 260 drives the launch motor 262 to provide a game ball with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the launch handle 9. Fire.

B. Contents of the game:
In the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment, the game proceeds as follows. When the launch handle 9 is rotated while the game balls are stored in the upper plate portion 7, the stored game balls are supplied to the launcher unit 261 one by one, and the game area 21 described above with reference to FIG. 2 is used. Is fired at. Since the strength with which the game ball is launched corresponds to the rotation angle of the launch handle 9, the player can make the game ball flow down to a desired region by changing the rotation angle of the launch handle 9. For example, a game ball is fired (left-handed) so as to flow down the left area of the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41), or the right side of the effect opening 40 (effect display device 41). The game ball can be fired (right-handed) so as to flow down the area of the other side.

<Variable display of special symbols>
As described above with reference to FIG. 2, a left-handed game ball can enter the left first starting port 24. When the left-handed game ball enters the left first starting port 24 and the entered game ball is detected by the left first starting port sensor 24s, a predetermined determination random number (such as a jackpot determination random number described later) Is acquired, and a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether the player is "big hit" or "missing" based on the determination random number. Then, based on the result of this jackpot determination, the first special symbol (also referred to as the "first special symbol" in the present specification) is variablely displayed and then stopped and displayed.

Further, as described above with reference to FIG. 2, a right-handed game ball can enter the right first starting port 25. Even when a right-handed game ball enters the right first starting port 25 and the entered game ball is detected by the right first starting port sensor 25s, a predetermined determination random number (such as a jackpot determination random number described later) ) Is acquired, and a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether it is a "big hit" or a "miss" based on the determination random number. Then, based on the result of this jackpot determination, the first special symbol (first special symbol) is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. That is, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the game ball has a left first starting port 24 and a right first starting port 25 (when these starting ports are not particularly distinguished, these are collectively referred to as "first starting" in the present specification. Regardless of which of the mouths 24 and 25 (also referred to as "mouths 24 and 25"), the first special figure is displayed in a variable manner. In the present specification, the jackpot determination based on the game ball entering the first starting ports 24 and 25 is also referred to as "big hit determination for the first special figure".

On the other hand, as described above with reference to FIG. 2, a right-handed game ball can enter the second starting port 30. When a right-handed game ball enters the second starting port 30 and the entered game ball is detected by the second starting port sensor 30s, a predetermined determination random number (such as a jackpot determination random number described later) is acquired. Then, a jackpot determination (also referred to as "big hit determination for the second special figure" in the present specification) for determining which of "big hit", "small hit", and "missing" is performed based on the determination random number is performed. .. That is, in the above-mentioned big hit judgment for the first special figure, it is judged whether it is "big hit" or "missing", whereas in the big hit judgment for the second special figure, "big hit" or "small". It is determined whether it is a "hit" or a "miss". Then, based on the result of the jackpot determination for the second special figure, the second special symbol (also referred to as the "second special figure" in the present specification) is variablely displayed and then stopped and displayed. Here, the first special drawing and the second special drawing will be described.

FIG. 4 is an enlarged explanatory view showing the segment display unit 50. As described above, the segment display unit 50 is provided at the lower right of the game area 21 in the game board 20 (see FIG. 2), and the player displays the segment through the small window portion 4c (see FIG. 1) of the front frame 4. The unit 50 is visible. As shown in FIG. 4, the segment display unit 50 is provided with a first special figure display unit 51 for displaying the first special figure and a second special figure display unit 52 for displaying the second special figure. Nine LEDs are arranged on each of these display units. The first special figure and the second special figure (in this specification, unless otherwise specified, they are collectively referred to as "special symbols") are the LEDs that are lit out of the nine LEDs in each display unit. The variable display is made by switching, and the stop display is made by turning on a predetermined LED among the nine LEDs. In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as the first special figure, 200 kinds of big hit symbols (big hit symbols 101 to 300) and one kind of out-of-order symbols (out-of-order symbols 302) can be stopped and displayed, and the second special figure can be displayed. As a result, 200 types of jackpot symbols (big hit symbols 401-600), one type of small hit symbol 601 and one type of missed symbol (missing symbol 602) can be stopped and displayed. The types of these symbols can be identified by the difference in the combination of the LEDs that are lit.

When the result of the big hit judgment for the first special figure is "big hit", the first special figure is stopped and displayed at any of the big hit symbols 101 to 300, and the result of the big hit judgment for the first special figure is "missing". In the case of ", the first special figure is removed and the symbol 302 is stopped and displayed.

If the result of the jackpot determination for the second special figure is "big hit", the second special figure is stopped and displayed at any of the jackpot symbols 401 to 600, and the result of the jackpot determination for the second special figure is If it is a "small hit", the second special figure is stopped and displayed at the small hit symbol 601. If the result of the big hit determination for the second special figure is "missing", the second special figure is missed and the symbol 602 Is stopped and displayed.

When the special symbol (1st special symbol or 2nd special symbol) is stopped and displayed as a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a missed symbol, the state in which the symbol is stopped and displayed is specified in order to confirm the stopped displayed symbol. The display (also referred to as "confirmed display" in the present specification) is performed to maintain the "confirmed display time" of.

<Holding special symbols>
When the game ball enters the first starting ports 24 and 25, the jackpot determination and the variation display for the first special figure are performed as described above. However, these jackpot determinations and fluctuation displays are not performed immediately after the game ball enters the first starting ports 24 and 25, but the acquired determination random numbers are temporarily stored as the first special figure hold (first). The start of jackpot judgment and fluctuation display for special figures is suspended). Then, when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the jackpot determination and the variation display of the first special figure are performed based on the stored first special figure hold.

Such first special figure reservation is stored up to four. The stored number of the first special figure hold (the number of the first special figure hold) is displayed on the first special figure hold display unit 53 of the segment display unit 50. That is, as shown in FIG. 4, two LEDs are arranged in the first special figure holding display unit 53, and in the first special figure holding display unit 53, both of the two LEDs are turned off. This indicates that the number of 1st special figure hold is 0, and lighting 1 LED indicates that the number of 1st special figure hold is 1, and by turning on 2 LEDs, it indicates that the number of 1st special figure hold is 1. It indicates that the number of 1st special figure hold is 2, and blinking 1 LED indicates that the number of 1st special figure hold is 3, and blinking 2 LEDs is the 1st. Indicates that the number of special figures on hold is four.

Further, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30, the jackpot determination and the variation display for the second special figure are performed as described above. However, these jackpot determinations and fluctuation displays are not performed immediately after the game ball enters the second starting port 30, but the acquired determination random numbers are temporarily stored as the second special figure hold (second special figure). The start of jackpot judgment and fluctuation display is suspended). Then, when the predetermined condition is satisfied, the jackpot determination and the variation display of the second special figure are performed based on the stored second special figure hold.

Such second special figure reservation is also stored up to four. The stored number of the second special figure hold (the number of the second special figure hold) is displayed on the second special figure hold display unit 54 of the segment display unit 50. That is, as shown in FIG. 4, two LEDs are also arranged in the second special figure holding display unit 54, and in the second special figure holding display unit 54, both of the two LEDs are turned off. This indicates that the number of 2nd special figure holdings is 0, and turning on 1 LED indicates that the number of 2nd special figure holdings is 1, and by turning on 2 LEDs. It indicates that the number of 2nd special figure hold is 2, and blinking 1 LED indicates that the number of 2nd special figure hold is 3, and blinking 2 LEDs is the 2nd. Indicates that the number of special figures on hold is four.

In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the fluctuation display of the first special figure and the fluctuation display of the second special figure can be executed in parallel (they have a so-called "simultaneous fluctuation function"). For example, it is possible to start the variable display of the second special figure even during the variable display of the first special figure, and the variable display of the first special figure is displayed even during the variable display of the second special figure. It is possible to get started.

<Game state>
In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the gaming states are "a game state related to the probability of being determined as a big hit in the big hit determination" and "a gaming state related to the frequency of entering the game ball into the right first starting port 25". Is set as appropriate. Of these, the "game state related to the probability of being determined to be a big hit in the big hit determination" is set to the "low probability state" or the "high probability state". The "low probability state" is a state in which the probability of being determined as a big hit in the big hit determination (also referred to as "big hit probability" in the present specification) is low (probability of about 1/300), and is a "high probability state". Is a state in which the probability of being determined as a big hit (big hit probability) in the big hit determination is high (probability of about 1/120). This jackpot probability is the same for the first special figure and the second special figure. Further, the probability of being determined as "small hit" in the big hit determination for the second special figure (also referred to as "small hit probability" in the present specification) is about 1/6 regardless of the gaming state.

Further, the "game state related to the frequency of entering the game ball into the right first starting port 25" is set to the "non-electric support state" or the "electric support state". The "non-electric support state" is a state in which the frequency of entering the game ball into the right first starting port 25 is low, and the "electric support state" is a state in which the frequency of entering the game ball into the right first starting port 25 is low. It is a state higher than the "non-electric support state".

The segment display unit 50 is provided with an electric support display unit 58 indicating that the segment display unit 50 is in the electric support state described above. That is, as shown in FIG. 4, three LEDs are arranged in the electric support display unit 58, and during the electric support state, the three LEDs are turned on to be in the electric support state. Is shown to the player. Further, as shown in FIG. 4, the segment display unit 50 is provided with a right-handed display unit 59 indicating that right-handed operation is performed. As will be described in detail later, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is beneficial for the player to hit right while in the electric support state. Therefore, during the electric support state, the player is urged to perform right-handed striking by turning on the two LEDs arranged on the right-handed striking display unit 59.

In addition, "a game state related to the probability of being judged as a big hit in the big hit determination (low probability state, high probability state)" and "a game state related to the frequency of entering the game ball into the second starting port 30 (non-electric support state)". , Electric support state) ”is also set. Specifically, the gaming state of the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment can be any one of "low probability state and non-electric support state", "high probability state and electric support state", and "high probability state and non-electric support state". Set. In the present specification, "low probability state and non-electric support state" is also expressed as "normal state", "high probability state and electric support state" is also expressed as "probability change state", and "high probability state and non-electric support state". "State" is also expressed as "rush state".

<Big hit game>
When the first special figure or the second special figure is stopped and displayed (confirmed display) with any of the jackpot symbols, the "valid period (for example, unlimited period)" is passed through the "invalid period (for example, a period of 5 seconds)". Is started. Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period", the big hit game is started. In this big hit game, a round game in which the big winning opening 28 (so-called big hit attacker) is opened is performed a plurality of times. As described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, even if the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not started immediately, and the game ball is moved to the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" to be started thereafter. When you enter the ball, the jackpot game starts. Even if the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "invalid period", the big hit game is not started.

As described above with reference to FIG. 2, since a right-handed game ball can enter the big winning opening 28, the right-handed ball is hit during the big hit game. Therefore, even during the big hit game, the player is urged to perform right-handed hitting by turning on the two LEDs arranged on the right-handed hitting display unit 59 of the segment display unit 50, as in the electric support state.

In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, two types of big hit games, "probability change hit" and "rush hit", can be executed as the above-mentioned big hit game. All of these jackpot games are common in that seven round games are performed, but the types of game states set after the end are different from each other. That is, the "probability change hit" is a big hit game in which the "probability change state (high probability state and electric support state)" is set after the end, and the "rush hit" is the "rush state (high probability state and non-electricity state)" after the end. It is a big hit game in which "support state)" is set. In one round game, the large winning opening 28 is open until 10 game balls are inserted or 30 seconds have passed.

Which of the "probability variation hit" and the "rush hit" is performed is determined by the game state when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, and the type of the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 5A, in the "normal state (low probability state and non-electric support state)", when the first special figure is stopped and displayed in any of the jackpot symbols 101 to 180, When the "probability variation hit" is performed and the first special figure is stopped and displayed at the big hit symbols 181-300, the "rush hit" is performed. In addition, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed at any of the jackpot symbols 401 to 480, "probability variation hit" is performed, and when the second special figure is stopped and displayed at the jackpot symbols 481-600, "rush hit" is performed. Is performed. In other words, when the 1st special figure or the 2nd special figure is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol in the "normal state", the "probability variation hit" is performed with a probability of 40%, and the "rush hit" is performed with a probability of 60%. It will be done.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 5B, in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", when the first special figure is stopped and displayed in any of the jackpot symbols 101 to 200, the "probability change state" is lined up. When the first special figure is stopped and displayed at the big hit symbols 201 to 300, "rush hit" is performed. In other words, when the first special figure is stopped and displayed with a big hit symbol in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", the "probability change hit" is performed with a 50% probability, and the "rush hit" is performed with a 50% probability. It will be done. Further, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed as a big hit symbol, "rush hit" is performed regardless of the type of the big hit symbol. That is, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", the "rush hit" is performed with a 100% probability.

Since it is necessary to hit right while the above-mentioned jackpot game is being executed (because it is beneficial for the player to put the game ball into the jackpot 28), the segment display unit 50 (see FIG. 4). By lighting the two LEDs arranged on the right-handed display unit 59, the player is urged to perform right-handed hitting.

<Small hit game>
The second special figure may be stopped and displayed by a small hit symbol (small hit symbol 601) in addition to the above-mentioned big hit symbol. When the second special figure is stopped and displayed at the small hit symbol (small hit symbol 601), the small hit game is performed in which the small winning opening 35 (small hit attacker) is opened for 1600 msec.

<Variable display of ordinary symbols, games per ordinary symbols, hold of ordinary symbols>
As described above with reference to FIG. 2, the normal symbol actuating gate 27 allows a right-handed game ball to pass through. When the right-handed game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 27 and the game ball is detected by the gate sensor 27s, a predetermined judgment random number (a judgment random number for hitting a normal figure described later) is acquired and used as the judgment random number. Based on this, a normal figure hit determination is performed to determine whether the normal figure hits or is off. Then, based on the result of this normal symbol hit determination, the normal symbol is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped.

As shown in FIG. 4, the segment display unit 50 is provided with a normal figure display unit 56 for displaying a normal symbol, and the general figure display unit 56 is provided with two LEDs. The normal symbol is variablely displayed by switching the LED that is lit among the two LEDs on the normal figure display unit 56, and is stopped and displayed by setting a predetermined LED among the two LEDs to be lit. In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, two types of normal symbols, a normal symbol with the left LED lit and a non-regular symbol with the right LED lit, are stopped. It can be displayed. If the result of the normal symbol hit judgment is a normal symbol hit, the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a normal symbol, and if the result of the normal symbol hit judgment is out of the normal symbol, the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a normal symbol. Will be done.

In this way, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as a hit symbol or a missed symbol, a display (confirmation display) is performed in which the stopped display state of the symbol is maintained until a predetermined time elapses in order to confirm the stopped display symbol. Then, when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed as the normal symbol, the normal symbol hit game is performed in which the right first starting port 25 is closed after the right first starting port 25 is opened.

The above-mentioned non-electric support state (normal state, rush state) and electric support state (probability variation state) are the probabilities of being hit by a normal figure in the judgment of hitting a normal figure (also referred to as "probability of hitting a normal figure" in this specification). The fluctuation time of the normal symbol is set by making the opening time of the right first starting port 25 in one game per normal symbol different from each other.

Specifically, the probability of hitting a normal figure is about 1/100 in the non-electric support state (normal state, rush state) and about 99/100 in the electric support state (probability change state). The fluctuation time of the normal symbol is about 5 seconds in the non-electric support state (normal state, rush state) and about 1 second in the electric support state (probability change state). Further, the opening time of the right first starting port 25 in one game per normal figure is about 0.2 seconds in the non-electric support state (normal state, rush state), and in the electric support state (probability change state). Is about 4.5 seconds.

Therefore, in the non-electric support state (normal state, rush state), the frequency with which the right first starting port 25 is opened is low, and the frequency with which the game ball enters the right first starting port 25 is also low. On the other hand, in the electric support state (probability change state), the frequency at which the right first starting port 25 is opened increases, and the frequency with which the game ball enters the right first starting port 25 also increases.

When the game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 27, the normal symbol hit determination and the fluctuation display of the normal symbol are performed, but these normal symbol hit determination and the variation display are performed immediately after the game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 27. Instead of being performed, the acquired judgment random number is temporarily stored as a normal figure hold. Then, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the normal figure hit determination and the variation display of the normal symbol are performed based on the stored normal figure hold. Such a normal figure hold is also stored up to a maximum of four. The stored number of the normal figure hold (the number of the normal figure hold) is displayed on the normal figure hold display unit 57 of the segment display unit 50. That is, as shown in FIG. 4, two LEDs are arranged in the normal figure hold display unit 57, and in the normal figure hold display unit 57, both of the two LEDs are turned off to turn off the normal figure. It indicates that the number of holdings is 0, and by turning on one of the two LEDs, it indicates that the number of holdings is 1, and by turning on the two LEDs, it indicates that the number of holdings is 1. It indicates that the number of holdings is 2, and blinking one LED indicates that the number of holdings is 3, and blinking 2 LEDs indicates that the number of holdings is 4. Indicates that there is.

<Various productions>
The process for performing the game as described above is mainly performed by the CPU 201 of the main control board 200. In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, various effects can be executed according to the game as described above. The processing for performing such an effect is mainly performed by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220.

In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as such an effect, an effect corresponding to the variation display of the first special figure (also referred to as “first variation” in the present specification) and a variation display of the second special figure (the present). In the specification, it is possible to execute an effect corresponding to (also referred to as "second variation").

As an effect corresponding to the first variation (also referred to as "first effect" in the present specification), for example, the variation display of the three decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c is started in synchronization with the start timing of the first variation. , The effect of ending the variation display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c is executed in synchronization with the end timing of the first variation (stop display timing of the first special figure). In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to display "red" symbols indicating nine numbers from "1" to "9" as decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c.

In addition to the above-mentioned effect of displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, and 41c in a variable manner, the "first effect (effect corresponding to the first variation)" includes an effect of displaying various character images and various moving images. It is also possible to perform the production of reproducing.

On the other hand, as an effect corresponding to the second variation (also referred to as "second effect" in the present specification), for example, the variation display of the three decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c is displayed in synchronization with the start timing of the second variation. The effect of ending the variation display of the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, and 42c is executed in synchronization with the end timing of the second variation (stop display timing of the second special figure). In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to display "blue" symbols indicating nine numbers from "1" to "9" as decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c.

As the "second effect (effect corresponding to the second variation)", in addition to the effect of displaying the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, and 42c in a variable manner, an effect of displaying various character images and various moving images are reproduced. Production etc. can also be executed.

FIG. 6A shows how the three decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) are displayed in a variable manner all at once. That is, it is shown that the first effect (second effect) is being executed. When a predetermined time elapses from the start of the variable display (first effect or second effect), for example, the left decorative symbol 41a (42a) is first stopped and then the right decorative symbol 41c (42c) is stopped and displayed. Finally, the intermediate decorative symbol 41b (42b) is stopped and displayed. The combination of the three decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) that are stopped and displayed by the effect display device 41 is displayed on the first special figure display unit 51 (second special figure display unit 52) described above. It is configured to correspond to the first special figure (second special figure) that is stopped and displayed. For example, when the first special figure (second special figure) is stopped and displayed as a big hit symbol, the three decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) of the effect display device 41 have the same symbol. It is stopped and displayed in combination (hereinafter also referred to as "doublet"). Further, when the first special symbol is stopped and displayed with the off symbol (when the second special symbol is stopped and displayed with the off symbol or the small hit symbol), the three decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) is stopped and displayed with a combination of symbols that are not aligned with the same symbol (hereinafter, also referred to as “separate eyes”). The decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) that have been stopped and displayed are in a stopped display state until the final display time of the first special figure (second special figure) elapses (confirmed display). Will be).

In this way, the first special figure displayed on the first special figure display unit 51 (the second special figure displayed on the second special figure display unit 52) and the three decorative symbols displayed on the effect display device 41. The display contents of 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) correspond to each other, and when the first special figure (second special figure) in the variable display is stopped and displayed, three decorative symbols are displayed. 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) are also stopped and displayed. Moreover, as shown in FIG. 2, the effect display device 41 is provided at a position that is more visible than the first special figure display unit 51 (second special figure display unit 52) of the segment display unit 50, and displays the display. Since the screen is large and the display contents are easy to understand, the player usually plays the game while visually recognizing the screen of the effect display device 41. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 6B, for example, the left decorative symbol 41a (42a) that is first stopped and displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41, and the right decorative symbol 41c (42c) that is subsequently stopped and displayed. ) Is the same symbol, "The middle decorative symbol 41b (42b) that is stopped and displayed at the end may also stop at the same symbol (the jackpot symbol may be stopped and displayed)." Then, the player pays close attention to the variable display (decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c) of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c. In this way, the effect performed in a state where the decorative symbols other than one of the plurality of decorative symbols are stopped at the same symbol (a mode that can be doublet) and the one decorative symbol is displayed in a variable manner is ". It is called "reach production", and it is possible to enhance the game entertainment by generating this reach production.

Here, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) and the second variation (variation display of the second special figure) can be executed in parallel (so-called "variation display of the second special figure"). It has a "simultaneous fluctuation function"). For example, the second variation can be started even while the first variation is being executed, and the first variation can be started even while the second variation is being executed.

However, if the first effect and the second effect are executed at the same time in accordance with such a simultaneous fluctuation function, the effect becomes complicated and it becomes difficult for the player to recognize the content of the effect. There is a risk. Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the effect (also referred to as “main effect” in the present specification) to be mainly executed out of the first effect and the second effect is set in advance. Then, at least in the "specific display area (for example, the central area of the display screen of the effect display device 41, the conspicuous area)", even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, even if the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel. Of the first and second effects, only the "main effect" is to be executed.

For example, if the first effect is the "main effect", at least in the "specific display area", even if the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, only the first effect is performed. I'm supposed to do it. On the other hand, if the second effect is the "main effect", at least in the "specific display area", even if the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, the second effect is executed. Only the production will be performed.

In such a case, the first and second effects that are not the "main effect" (also referred to as "non-main effect" in the present specification) may not be performed at all. Not limited to this, the "non-main effect" may be executed in an area different from the "specific display area" (also referred to as "non-specific display area" in the present specification).

For example, when the first effect is the "main effect" and the second effect is the "non-main effect", the first effect is executed in the "specific display area", and the second effect is not performed at all. Or it may be executed in the "non-specific display area".

If the second effect is the "main effect" and the first effect is the "non-main effect", the second effect should be executed in the "specific display area" and the first effect should not be performed at all. Or it may be executed in the "non-specific display area".

The "non-specific display area" may be an area that is less conspicuous than the "specific display area", such as an upper right corner area of the display screen of the effect display device 41, a display area smaller than the "specific display area", and the like. Can be adopted.

Which of the first effect and the second effect is to be the "main effect" is set according to the gaming state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, when the "normal state" or the "probability change state" is set, the first effect is the "main effect", and when the "rush state" is set, the second effect is the second effect. The production is the "main production". The reason for this will be explained in detail later.

Further, even in the "specific display area", the "non-main effect" may be executed. Specifically, even if the first effect is the "main effect" and the second effect is the "non-main effect", the second effect (non-main effect) is executed in the "specific display area" when a predetermined condition is satisfied. NS. Further, even if the second effect is the "main effect" and the first effect is the "non-main effect", the first effect (non-main effect) is executed in the "specific display area" when a predetermined condition is satisfied. .. These things will be explained in detail later.

At the bottom of the display screen of the effect display device 41, a first hold display area 41d for showing the number of the first special figure hold and a second hold display area 41e for showing the number of the second special figure hold. Is set. In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the number of the first special figure hold (the number of the first special figure hold (small circular symbol in the figure)) is displayed by displaying the same number of "hold symbols (small circular symbols in the figure)" as the number of the first special figure hold in the first hold display area 41d. The upper limit number is 4), and the second special figure hold number is indicated by displaying the same number of "holding symbols" as the second special figure hold number (upper limit number is 4) in the second hold display area 41e. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 6, it is shown that the number of the first special figure reserved is four and the number of the second special figure reserved is four. As a matter of course, the number of holds indicated by the hold symbols displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41, and the first special figure hold display unit 53 and the second special figure hold display unit 54 of the segment display unit 50 Matches the number of holds shown.

C. Progression mode of the game in the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment:
In the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment, the game is mainly carried out in the following modes.

C-1. Progress of the game in the normal state:
In the "normal state", a game aiming at entering the left first starting port 24 is mainly performed by performing "left-handed". As shown in FIG. 8, when the game ball enters the left first starting port 24 by performing "left-handed" (ev.1), the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is performed (the variation display of the first special figure). ev.2). Since the "normal state" is a low probability state, it is determined as a "big hit" with a probability of about 1/300 in the jackpot determination for the first special figure. Therefore, in most cases, the first special figure is stopped and displayed as an out-of-line symbol (ev. 3). If the jackpot determination for the first special figure is determined to be "big hit" while the first fluctuation is repeated, the first special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol (ev.4). When the jackpot symbol is stopped (confirmed), the "valid period (for example, unlimited period)" is started via the "invalid period (for example, a period of 5 seconds)". Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the valid period (ev. 5), the big hit game is started (ev. 6). Here, since the second starting port 30 is provided in the area where the right-handed game ball can enter, the right-handed game ball is hit during the valid period. Further, since the big winning opening 28 (so-called big hit attacker) is also provided in the area where the right-handed game ball can enter, right-handed hitting is performed during the big hit game.

When the jackpot game is completed, the "probability change state (ev.7)" is set with a 40% probability according to the type of the jackpot symbol displayed stopped (the type of the executed jackpot game), and the probability of 60% is 60%. The “rush state (ev.8)” is set (see FIG. 5A). When either the "probability change state (ev.7)" or the "rush state (ev.8)" is set in this way, the game proceeds in the following manner.

C-2. Progress of the game in the probabilistic state and the rush state:
In the "probability change state" and the "rush state", a game aiming at entering the right first starting port 25 and the second starting port 30 by performing "right-handed" is mainly performed.

As shown in FIG. 9, when the game ball enters the right first starting port 25 by performing "right-handed" (ev.11), the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is performed (the variation display of the first special figure). ev.12). Since both the "probability change state" and the "rush state" are high probability states, the jackpot determination for the first special figure has a probability of about 1/120 that the "big hit" is determined. Therefore, it is determined as a "big hit" with a higher probability than the "normal state" which is a low probability state.

When the jackpot determination for the first special figure is determined to be "big hit", the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (ev. 14). When the jackpot symbol is stopped (confirmed), the "valid period (for example, unlimited period)" is started via the "invalid period (for example, a period of 5 seconds)". Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" (ev.15), the jackpot game is started (ev.16). Here, since the second starting port 30 is provided in an area where a right-handed game ball can enter, right-handed hitting is performed even during the valid period. Further, since the big winning opening 28 (so-called big hit attacker) is also provided in the area where the right-handed game ball can enter, the right-handed hit is performed even during the big hit game.

When the jackpot game is completed, the "probability change state (ev.17)" is set with a 50% probability according to the type of the jackpot symbol displayed stopped (the type of the executed jackpot game), and the probability of 50% is 50%. The “rush state (ev.18)” is set (see FIG. 5B).

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 10, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 by performing "right-handed" (ev.21), the second variation (variation display of the second special figure) is performed. (Ev.22). Since both the "probability change state" and the "rush state" are high probability states, even in the big hit determination for the second special figure, the "big hit" is determined with a probability of about 1/120. Therefore, it is determined as a "big hit" with a higher probability than the "normal state" which is a low probability state.

When the jackpot determination for the second special figure is determined to be "big hit", the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol (ev.24). When the jackpot symbol is stopped (confirmed), the "valid period (for example, unlimited period)" is started via the "invalid period (for example, a period of 5 seconds)". Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" (ev. 25), the jackpot game is started (ev. 26). Here, since the second starting port 30 is provided in an area where a right-handed game ball can enter, right-handed hitting is performed even during the valid period. Further, since the big winning opening 28 (so-called big hit attacker) is also provided in the area where the right-handed game ball can enter, the right-handed hit is performed even during the big hit game.

When the jackpot game is completed, there is a 100% chance that the "rush state (ev.28)" will be set. That is, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol (when the second fluctuation is performed), it is more than when the first special symbol is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol (when the first fluctuation is performed). "Rush state" is set with high probability.

In addition, in the big hit determination for the second special figure, it is determined as "small hit" with a probability of about 1/6. When the big hit judgment for the second special figure is judged as "small hit", the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol (ev28), and the small winning opening 35 (so-called small hit attacker) is in the open state. A small hit game is performed (ev29). When a small hit game is played, the game state does not change. That is, if the small hit game is started in the "probability change state", the "probability change state" remains set even after the end of the small hit game, and if the small hit game is started in the "rush state", Even after the small hit game is completed, the "rush state" remains set.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the game state (probability change state, rush state) is set when the big hit game is completed. In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, in addition to this, the total number of first fluctuations and second fluctuations since the end of the immediately preceding jackpot game (also referred to as “number of fluctuations after jackpot” in the present specification) is When the predetermined number of times is reached, a new gaming state may be set (the gaming state may shift).

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11A, when the "probability change state" is set by the end of the "probability change hit", the "probability change state" is set when the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 100 times. Instead, the "rush state" is set (shifting from the probability change state to the rush state), and when the "number of fluctuations after a big hit" reaches 150 times, the "normal state" is set instead of the "rush state" (rush state). To the normal state).

Further, as shown in FIG. 12A, when the "rush state" is set by the end of the "rush hit", the "rush state" is replaced when the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 150 times. Is set to "normal state" (shifts from rush state to normal state).

The transition from the "probability change state (high probability state and electric support state)" to the "rush state (high probability state and non-electric support state)" can be achieved by setting the non-electric support state instead of the electric support state. Realized, the transition from "rush state (high probability state and non-electric support state)" to "normal state (low probability state and non-electric support state)" is to set a low probability state instead of the high probability state. It is realized by.

C-3. Advantages of probabilistic state and rush state:
Here, as described above, in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", since the right-handed hit is performed, the game ball may also enter the second starting port 30, and in this case, the second special drawing. The jackpot judgment is made. Then, when the big hit determination for the second special figure is performed, it is determined as "small hit" with a probability of about 1/6, and the small hit game is performed.

Therefore, in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", as shown in the upper part of FIGS. 12 and 13, the small hit game is frequently performed (the game ball frequently enters the small winning opening 35). .. Since the small hit game is frequently performed, it seems that a large number of game balls are paid out to the player in the "probability change state" and the "rush state".

However, the small winning opening 35 is provided on the downstream side (left side, downstream side in the flow direction of the game ball) from the right first starting opening 25 (see FIG. 2), and the ball enters the right first starting opening 25. The game ball that has been played does not reach (enter) the small winning opening 35. Therefore, as shown in the middle part of FIG. 12, in the "probability change state" which is the electric support state, the right first starting port 25 is frequently opened (the game ball frequently enters the right first starting port 25). It becomes difficult for the game ball to reach the small winning opening 35. Therefore, as shown in the lower part of FIG. 12, in the "probability change state", even if the small hit game is performed, the frequency of the game ball entering the small winning opening 35 is low (it is difficult to enter the ball), and the player No more game balls are paid out than the game balls launched (launched) by (the number of balls held does not increase).

On the other hand, as shown in the middle part of FIG. 13, in the "rush state" which is the non-electric support state, the right first starting port 25 is not frequently opened, so (at least than the probability change state). The game ball can easily reach the small winning opening 35. Therefore, as shown in the lower part of FIG. 13, in the "rush state", the frequency at which the game ball enters the small winning opening 35 during the small hit game is high (at least compared to the probability change state) (easy to enter). , More game balls will be paid out than the game balls launched (launched) by the player (the number of balls held will increase). That is, the "rush state" is a state that is more advantageous for the player who is more likely to receive the benefit of the small hit game (payment of the game ball) than the "probability change state". As a result, the "rush hit" in which the "rush state" is set is a big hit game that is more advantageous to the player than the "probability change hit" in which the "probability change state" is set.

Therefore, in the "probability change state" and the "rush state" in which the right-handed strike is performed, the following playability is realized. That is, in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", when the second fluctuation is performed, the "rush state" is set with a higher probability than when the first fluctuation is performed (the rush hit is performed). Therefore, in the "probability change state" and the "rush state", it is possible to realize the game property that the player is expected to perform the second change rather than the first change, which enhances the interest of the game. It becomes possible.

Further, as described above with reference to FIGS. 11A and 11B, even when the “probability variation hit” is performed and the “probability variation state” is set, the “rush hit” is performed and the “rush” is performed. Even if the "state" is set, when the "number of fluctuations after a big hit" reaches 150 times, the "normal state", which is a low-probability state (more disadvantageous to the player than the probability change state or the rush state), is set. Will be done. For this reason, it is possible to realize the game property that the player is expected to perform the big hit game (the special symbol is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol) before the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 150 times. It is possible to enhance the hobby of the game.

Further, as described above with reference to FIG. 11A, when the "probability change state" is performed and the "probability change state" is set, when the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 100 times, the "probability change state" is reached. A "rush state" that is more advantageous to the player than "" is set. For this reason, the player is expected to play the big hit game before the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 150 times as described above, but the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 100 times. It is possible to realize the game property that the "probability change state" is set (the big hit game is not performed until the number of fluctuations after the big hit reaches 100 times), and it is possible to enhance the game interest. It becomes.

In the above-described embodiment, when the "probability change hit" is performed and the "probability change state" is set, the "rush state" is set when the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 100 times. .. The "number of fluctuations after a big hit" in which this "rush state" is set is not limited to 100 times, and may be selected from a plurality of types. For example, if the jackpot symbol that triggered the start of the "probability variation hit" is the first symbol, set the "rush state" when the "number of fluctuations after the jackpot" becomes "50 times (first number of times)". If the jackpot symbol that triggered the start of the "probability variation hit" is the second symbol, set the "rush state" when the "number of fluctuations after the jackpot" becomes "70 times (second number)". You may do it. In such a configuration, the smaller the "number of fluctuations after a big hit" for which the "rush state" is set, the longer the "rush state" will be set (starting from an earlier time). Become. For this reason, it is possible to realize a game property in which the player is expected to have a smaller "number of fluctuations after a big hit" in which the "rush state" is set, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

Here, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, it is intended to make a left-handed hit in the "normal state". However, even in the "normal state", it is possible to enter the ball into the second starting port 30 by hitting right, and there is a high probability (about 1/6) when the ball enters the second starting port 30. A small hit game is performed with a probability). Therefore, there is a possibility that right-handed strike will be performed even in the "normal state". Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the fluctuation time of the second special figure (execution time of the second fluctuation) is extremely long (for example, 10 minutes) in the "normal state". In this way, even if the ball enters the second starting port 30, the small hit game is not easily performed (because the second special figure is not displayed as a stop), so that right-handed hitting is suppressed in the "normal state". be able to. Further, when a right-handed hit is performed in the "normal state", an alarm sound (alarm sound) prompting the player to perform a left-handed hit is output and a warning is displayed. This also makes it possible to prevent right-handed strikes in the "normal state".

D. Game control processing:
The progress of the game as described above is realized by the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 executing the game control process. Hereinafter, this game control process will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. The game control process is performed by the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 at predetermined intervals (for example, based on a timer interrupt generated every 4 msec). In the following description, the description of well-known processes such as the initialization process of the CPU 201, the interrupt prohibition process, and the interrupt enable process is omitted.

<Output processing>
As shown in FIG. 14, when the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 starts the game control process, it first performs the output process (S100). In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, in various processes described later, various commands to be transmitted to the various control boards including the sub control board 220 are stored in the output buffer secured in the RAM 203. In the output process (S100), the process of transmitting the various commands stored in the output buffer to the various control boards is performed. By doing so, for example, the sub control board 220 controls the effect corresponding to the progress of the game, and the payout control board 240 controls the drive of the payout motor 243 (payout of the game ball). It will be.

<Input processing>
The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 subsequently performs an input process (S200). In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as described above, any one of the left first starting port 24, the right first starting port 25, the second starting port 30, the small winning opening 35, the large winning opening 28, and the general entry opening. If a game ball enters the slot, the game ball will be paid out. Therefore, in the input process (S200), the sensors that detect these incoming balls (left first starting port sensor 24s, right first starting port sensor 25s, second starting port sensor 30s, small winning port sensor 35s, large With respect to the winning opening sensor 28s, etc.), it is determined whether or not a game ball is detected. As a result, when a game ball is detected, a payout command indicating the number of game balls to be paid out is stored in the output buffer described above. The payout command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the payout control board 240 in the next output process (S100).

<Random number update process>
The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 subsequently performs a random number update process (S300). In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as described above, the big hit determination and the normal figure hit determination are performed based on a predetermined determination random number. Specifically, the jackpot determination is performed based on the "big hit determination random number", and the normal figure hit determination is performed based on the "normal map hit determination random number". Further, the variation display of the special symbol in the pachinko machine 1 of this embodiment is performed based on the variation pattern described later, and this variation pattern is selected based on the “variation pattern selection random number”. Further, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the jackpot determination result is "big hit", any of the 200 types of jackpot symbols (200 types each of the first special figure and the second special figure) is stopped. Although displayed, these symbol types are selected based on the "symbol selection random number". In the random number update process (S300), these random numbers are updated. It should be noted that these random numbers are updated not only in the random number update process (S300) but also in the period from the end of the game control process to the start of the next game control process (the period until the next timer interrupt). You may do it. Further, a dedicated circuit for updating random numbers may be provided, and the random numbers may be updated by this dedicated circuit.

<Sensor detection process for starting port, etc.>
The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 subsequently performs a sensor detection process (S400) such as a start port. In this start port sensor detection process (S400), a process of storing the normal figure hold, the first special figure hold, and the second special figure hold is performed.

That is, the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 first determines whether or not the game ball has passed through the normal symbol operating gate 27 based on the detection result of the gate sensor 27s. As a result, when the game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 27, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved symbols has reached the upper limit of four. Then, if the number of holdings for the normal figure has not reached 4, the random number for determining the normal figure is acquired and the random number for determining the normal figure is stored as the holding for the normal figure. The normal figure hold is stored in the normal figure hold storage area reserved in the RAM 203 so that the stored order can be identified. If the game ball has not passed through the normal symbol operating gate 27, or if the number of reserved figures has already reached 4, the new reserved symbols are not stored.

After performing the processing related to the memory of the normal drawing hold in this way, the game ball subsequently moves to the first starting ports 24, 25 (based on the detection results of the left first starting port sensor 24s and the right first starting port sensor 25s). It is determined whether or not the ball has entered the left first starting port 24 or the right first starting port 25). As a result, when the game ball enters the first starting ports 24 and 25, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved first special figures has reached the upper limit of four. Then, if the number of the first special figure hold has not reached four, the jackpot determination random number, the fluctuation pattern selection random number, and the symbol selection random number are acquired and these random numbers are stored as the first special figure hold. The first special figure hold is stored in the first special figure hold storage area reserved in the RAM 203 so that the stored order can be identified.

Here, the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is performed based on the jackpot determination random number, the variation pattern selection random number, and the symbol selection random number acquired as the first special figure hold. Further, the effect (first effect) performed in accordance with the first variation is also performed based on the jackpot determination random number, the variation pattern selection random number, and the symbol selection random number acquired as the first special figure hold. Therefore, when the first special figure hold is stored, even if the first change based on the first special figure hold has not been started yet (even if the change start condition is not satisfied), the first special figure is held. It is possible to determine the mode of the first variation and the first effect based on the hold. For example, whether or not the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed when the first change based on the first special figure hold is performed even before the first change based on the first special figure hold is performed. , It is possible to determine whether or not a reach effect is performed as the first effect. Such a determination is called a pre-judgment, and in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the first special figure hold is stored, the pre-judgment is performed for the first special figure hold, and the pre-judgment result is obtained. Is stored in association with the first special figure hold.

In this way, when the first special figure hold and the pre-determination result for the first special figure hold are stored, the pre-determination result command indicating the pre-determination result is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The pre-determination result command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100). By doing so, the sub-control board 220 can execute various effects based on the preliminary determination result of the first special figure reservation. If the game ball has not entered the first starting ports 24 and 25, or if the number of first special figure reservations has already reached four, the new first special figure reservation is not memorized. , No prior judgment is made.

After performing the processing related to the left first starting port sensor 24s and the right first starting port sensor 25s in this way, the game ball subsequently enters the second starting port 30 based on the detection result of the second starting port sensor 30s. Determine if you did. As a result, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved second special figures has reached the upper limit of four. Then, if the number of the second special figure hold has not reached four, the jackpot determination random number, the variation pattern selection random number, and the symbol selection random number are acquired and these random numbers are stored as the second special figure hold. The second special figure hold is stored in the second special figure hold storage area reserved in the RAM 203 so that the stored order can be identified. After storing the second special figure hold, the same preliminary determination as described above is performed for the second special figure hold, and the preliminary determination result is stored in association with the second special figure hold. In this way, when the second special figure hold is stored and the pre-determination result for the second special figure hold is stored, the pre-determination result command indicating the pre-determination result is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The pre-determination result command stored in the output buffer in this way is also transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100). By doing so, the sub-control board 220 can execute various effects based on the preliminary determination result of the second special figure reservation. If the game ball has not entered the second starting port 30, or if the number of second special figure reservations has already reached four, the new second special figure reservation is not memorized and is prior. No judgment is made.

<Normal operation processing>
The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 subsequently performs a normal operation process (S500). In this normal operation process (S500), a process of varyingly displaying a normal symbol or executing a game per normal symbol is performed. That is, the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 first determines whether or not it is during a game per normal symbol, during a variable display of a normal symbol, or during a definite display of a normal symbol. As a result, if it is neither during the game per normal symbol, during the variable display of the normal symbol, or during the final display of the normal symbol, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol hold is stored in the above-mentioned normal symbol hold storage area. .. As a result, when the normal figure hold is stored in the normal figure hold storage area, the first stored normal figure hold is read out from the stored normal figure hold. Then, the read normal figure hold, that is, the normal figure hit judgment is performed based on the normal figure hit judgment random number. Specifically, in the case of "normal state" or "rush state", which is a non-electric support state, the probability of becoming a "normal figure hit" is about 1/100 (a normal figure hit judgment that can be obtained as a normal figure hold). (A random number of about 1/100 of the random numbers is used as a random number). On the other hand, in the case of the "probability change state" which is the electric support state, the probability of becoming "per normal figure" is about 99/100 (about 99 of the random numbers per normal figure that can be acquired as the normal figure hold). (A random number of 99/100 is a normal figure hit) A normal figure hit determination is performed.

After the normal figure hit determination is performed, it is determined whether or not the result of the normal figure hit determination is a normal figure hit. As a result, when the result of the normal symbol hit determination is the normal symbol hit, the normal symbol hit symbol is stored as the symbol (stop symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the variation display of the normal symbol this time. That is, it is memorized that the LED (see FIG. 4) on the left side of the normal figure display unit 56 is turned on as a result of the variation display of the normal symbol this time. On the other hand, when the result of the normal symbol hit determination is out of the ordinary symbol, the out-of-normal symbol is stored as the symbol (stop symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the variation display of the normal symbol this time. That is, it is memorized that the LED (see FIG. 4) on the right side of the normal figure display unit 56 is turned on as a result of the variable display of the normal symbol this time.

In this way, if it is memorized that the LED on the left of the normal symbol display unit 56 is turned on or the LED on the right side of the normal symbol display unit 56 is turned on as a result of the fluctuation display of the normal symbol this time, the fluctuation time of the normal symbol is memorized. To set. Specifically, in the case of the "normal state" or "rush state" which is the non-electric support state, about 5 seconds is set as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol. On the other hand, in the "probability change state" which is the electric support state, about 1 second is set as the fluctuation time of the normal symbol. After setting the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is started. Then, the random number for determining the hit of the normal figure (holding for the normal figure), which is the target of the hit judgment for the normal figure, is deleted from the storage area.

The above has described the processing when the game is not per game, the normal symbol is being displayed in a variable manner, or the normal symbol is being displayed in a fixed manner. On the other hand, when the fluctuation display of the normal symbol is in progress, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time of the normal symbol in the fluctuation display has elapsed. As a result, when it is determined that the fluctuation time has elapsed, the normal symbol being displayed in the fluctuation display is stopped and displayed in a stored manner in advance. That is, if the result of the normal figure hit determination is the normal figure hit, the LED on the left of the normal figure display unit 56 is turned on (the symbol per normal figure is stopped and displayed), and the result of the normal figure hit judgment is off. If this is the case, the LED to the right of the normal figure display unit 56 is turned on (the off-design is stopped and displayed). When the normal symbol is stopped and displayed in this way, the confirmation display of the normal symbol is started, so the confirmation display time of the normal symbol is set.

On the other hand, when the confirmation display of the normal symbol is in progress, it is determined whether or not the confirmation display time has elapsed. As a result, when the confirmed display time has elapsed, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol that has been stopped and displayed (confirmed display) this time is a symbol per normal symbol (the LED on the left of the regular map display unit 56 is lit). As a result, when the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is the symbol for hitting the normal figure, the opening pattern (opening number of times, opening time, closing time, etc.) of the right first starting port 25 in the game for hitting the normal figure is set. Specifically, in the case of the "normal state" or the "rush state" which is the non-electric support state, the opening pattern which is the opening state for about 0.2 seconds is set. On the other hand, in the case of the "probability change state" which is the electric support state, the opening pattern which is the opening state for about 4.5 seconds is set. After setting the open pattern in this way, the game per normal figure is started.

When the game is being played per normal drawing, the opening / closing door 26 is operated by controlling the right first starting port solenoid 25m so that the right first starting port 25 is in the open / closed state in the above-mentioned opening pattern. Then, when the control according to this opening pattern is completed, the game per normal figure is ended.

<Special operation processing>
The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 subsequently performs a special operation process (S600). In addition, in this specification, the 1st variation which starts when it is determined to be "off" in the jackpot determination for the 1st special figure is also expressed as "the first variation of the deviation", and the jackpot determination for the 1st special figure is made. The first fluctuation that is started when the "big hit" is determined in the above is also expressed as the "big hit first fluctuation". In addition, the second fluctuation that starts when the jackpot judgment for the second special figure is judged to be "off" is also expressed as "off second fluctuation", and the jackpot judgment for the second special figure is "small hit". The second variation that starts when it is determined to be "small hit second variation" is also expressed, and the second variation that starts when it is determined to be "off" in the big hit determination for the second special figure is ". It is also expressed as "off second fluctuation". Further, when the "first deviation variation" and the "second deviation variation" are not particularly distinguished, these are collectively referred to as "outlier variation". Further, when the "big hit first fluctuation" and the "big hit second fluctuation" are not particularly distinguished, they are collectively referred to as "big hit fluctuation".

In the special operation process (S600), first, in order to start the first variation (variation display of the first special figure), it is determined whether or not the start condition of the first variation is satisfied. Specifically, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure) is not started during at least one of the following periods. That is, during the execution of the first variation (variation display of the first special figure), during the final display of the first special figure, after the first special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol, the jackpot game triggered by the stop display is performed. During the period until the end, the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol during the period from the stop display of the second special figure to the end of the big hit game triggered by the stop display. If it is any of the periods from to the end of the small hit game triggered by the stop display, the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is not started.

If it is not during any of these periods, it is determined whether or not the first special figure hold is stored in the first special figure hold storage area. As a result, when the first special figure hold is stored in the first special figure hold storage area, the first special figure hold (big hit determination random number) stored first among the stored first special figure hold is stored. , Fluctuating pattern selection random number, symbol selection random number) is read. Then, the jackpot determination is performed based on the jackpot determination random number included in the read first special figure hold.

Specifically, in the "normal state" which is a low probability state, the probability of becoming a "big hit" is about 1/300 (about 1/300 of the big hit judgment random numbers that can be acquired as the first special figure hold). If the big hit is determined and the probability is high, such as "probability change state" or "rush state", the probability of becoming "big hit" is about 1/120 (1st special figure hold). (A random number of about 1/120 of the big hit judgment random numbers that can be obtained as a big hit is used as a big hit).

Here, since the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment has a so-called simultaneous fluctuation function, the first special figure regardless of whether or not the second change (variation display of the second special figure) is being executed. (Start the first fluctuation). However, when the second fluctuation is being executed and the second fluctuation is the "big hit second fluctuation", the jackpot determination for the first special figure does not determine that it is a jackpot. That is, if it is originally (unless the second fluctuation of the jackpot is being executed), even if it is determined to be a jackpot (when a jackpot determination random number determined to be a jackpot is determined to be a jackpot), it is determined to be out of order. (Start the first random number). Therefore, if the first fluctuation is started during the execution of the "big hit second fluctuation", the first fluctuation does not become the "big hit first fluctuation", but always becomes the "off first fluctuation" ( Be sure to start the "disengagement first fluctuation").

Subsequently, the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 determines whether or not the start condition of the second variation is satisfied in order to start the second variation (variation display of the second special figure). Specifically, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the second fluctuation (variation display of the second special figure) is not started during at least one of the following periods. That is, during the execution of the second variation (variation display of the second special figure), during the final display of the second special figure, after the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol, the jackpot game triggered by the stop display is performed. During the period until the end, the first special figure is stopped and displayed with the big hit symbol during the period from the stop display of the second special figure with the small hit symbol to the end of the small hit game triggered by the stop display. If it is any of the periods from the time until the end of the jackpot game triggered by the stop display, the second variation (variation display of the second special figure) is not started.

If it is not during any of these periods, it is determined whether or not the second special figure hold is stored in the second special figure hold storage area. As a result, when the second special figure hold is stored in the second special figure hold storage area, the second special figure hold (big hit determination random number) stored first among the stored second special figure hold is stored. , Fluctuating pattern selection random number, symbol selection random number) is read. Then, based on the big hit determination random number included in the read second special figure hold, a big hit determination that becomes a "big hit" is performed with the same probability as the above-mentioned first special figure hold.

In addition, in the big hit judgment for the second special figure, regardless of which game state it is in, it is judged as a "small hit" with a probability of about 1/6 (a big hit that can be acquired as the second special figure hold). A random number of about 1/6 of the judgment random numbers is used as a small hit).

Here, since the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment has a so-called simultaneous fluctuation function, the second special figure regardless of whether or not the first change (variation display of the first special figure) is being executed. (Start the second fluctuation). However, when the first fluctuation is being executed and the first fluctuation is the "big hit first fluctuation", the jackpot determination for the second special figure does not determine that it is a jackpot. That is, if it is originally (unless the first fluctuation of the jackpot is being executed), even if it is determined to be a jackpot (when a jackpot determination random number determined to be a jackpot is determined to be a jackpot), it is determined to be out of order. (The second fluctuation is started). On the other hand, in the original case (unless the first fluctuation of the big hit is being executed), if it is judged as a small hit (when the big hit judgment random number judged as a small hit is judged as a big hit), "Big hit". Even during the execution of the "first fluctuation", it is determined as a small hit as it is (the second fluctuation of the small hit is started). Therefore, if the second fluctuation is started during the execution of the "big hit first fluctuation", the second fluctuation does not become the "big hit second fluctuation", and is always "out of the second fluctuation" or "small". It becomes one of the "hit second fluctuations" (either the "off second fluctuation" or the "small hit second fluctuation" is always started).

If the result of the big hit determination as described above is "big hit", the first one of this time is based on the symbol selection random number included in the first special figure hold or the second special figure hold read this time. Select the type of jackpot symbol to be stopped and displayed in the fluctuation or the second fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure or the second special figure). That is, as described above with reference to FIG. 5, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the jackpot symbols 101 to 300 can be stopped and displayed as the first special figure, and the jackpot symbols 401 to 600 are displayed as the second special figure. Can be stopped and displayed. Therefore, when the first special symbol hold is read, the symbol selection random number read as the first special symbol hold is referred to by referring to the jackpot symbol selection table (not shown) in which the symbol selection random numbers are assigned to the jackpot symbols 101 to 300. The jackpot symbol corresponding to is selected as the symbol to be stopped and displayed. When the second special symbol hold is read, the symbol selection random number read as the second special symbol hold is referred to by referring to the jackpot symbol selection table (not shown) in which the symbol selection random numbers are assigned to the jackpot symbols 401-600. The jackpot symbol corresponding to is selected as the symbol to be stopped and displayed. The jackpot symbol selection table is stored in advance in the ROM 202 of the main control board 200.

On the other hand, when the result of the big hit determination for the second special figure is "small hit", the small hit symbol 601 is selected as the symbol to be stopped and displayed. In addition, when the result of the big hit determination is "off" (neither big hit nor small hit), when the first special figure hold is read, the missed symbol 302 is selected as the symbol to be stopped and displayed, and the second special figure is displayed. When the figure hold is read, the off symbol 602 is selected as the symbol to be stopped and displayed. The jackpot symbol or the missed symbol selected as the symbol to be stopped and displayed is stored in the stop symbol storage area secured in the RAM 203.

After selecting the symbol to be stopped and displayed in this way, the variation pattern of the first variation or the second variation (variation display of the first special figure or the second special figure) of this time is selected. The fluctuation pattern is the time from the start of the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure or the second special figure) to the end (stop display of the first special figure or the second special figure). (Execution time of the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation, the fluctuation time of the first special figure or the second special figure), and information (variation pattern ID) for distinguishing from other fluctuation patterns is attached to each fluctuation pattern. Has been done. In the process of selecting the fluctuation pattern, the fluctuation pattern selection table is referred to. As shown in FIG. 15, the variation pattern selection table is a table in which variation pattern selection random numbers are assigned to a plurality of variation patterns (variation pattern ID, variation time). In the process of selecting the variation pattern, the variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern selection random number read this time as the first special figure hold or the second special figure hold is selected as the current variation pattern by referring to such a variation pattern selection table. Select as. Therefore, the probability that each variation pattern is selected is determined by the ratio of the random numbers assigned to each variation pattern among the obtainable variation pattern selection random numbers.

The variation pattern selected in this way is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 by transmitting a variation pattern designation command described later. When the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 receives the fluctuation pattern designation command, it recognizes the fluctuation pattern of the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation of this time based on the fluctuation pattern designation command, and is based on (corresponds to) the recognized fluctuation pattern. In the effect pattern, an effect (first effect or second effect) corresponding to the first variation or the second variation is executed.

In the process of selecting the variation pattern described above, the variation pattern selection table corresponding to various game progress states is referred to instead of always referring to the same variation pattern selection table. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 16, the type of special symbol (first special figure or second special figure), the currently set game state (normal state, probability change state, rush state), the result of the jackpot determination, Refer to the variation pattern selection table corresponding to the stored number of the first special figure hold and the second special figure hold. By doing so, it becomes possible to select a variation pattern corresponding to various game progress states, and by extension, the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 can execute the first effect and the second effect with the effect patterns corresponding to various game progress states. It becomes. For example, when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit", the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 stops and displays the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) after the reach effect. Execute the production (second production). If a predetermined variation pattern (variation pattern corresponding to the reach effect) is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is incorrect, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c (42a, 42b, 42c) are selected after the reach effect. Executes the first effect (second effect) of stopping and displaying. Each variation pattern selection table is stored in advance in the ROM 202 of the main control board 200.

The fluctuation pattern (variation time) of the first fluctuation and the second fluctuation is set to 5 seconds to 120 seconds, but exceptionally, the "off second fluctuation" and the "small hit second fluctuation" in the "normal state" are set. Only the fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) of is set to 600 seconds (extremely longer than other first fluctuations and second fluctuations). This is to prevent right-handed strikes in the "normal state".

In this way, the symbol to be stopped and displayed in the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure or the second special figure) is selected, and the fluctuation pattern of the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation of this time is selected. Then, the first variation or the second variation (variation display of the first special figure or the second special figure) is started. Then, the variation pattern specification command indicating the variation pattern selected this time is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The variation pattern specification command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100). In addition, the first special figure hold or the second special figure hold, which is the target of the jackpot determination this time, is deleted from the first special figure hold storage area or the second special figure hold storage area.

Then, during the execution of the first variation or the second variation (variation display of the special symbol), whether or not the execution time of the first variation or the second variation during execution (the variation time of the special symbol in the variation display) has elapsed. To judge. As a result, when it is determined that the execution time (fluctuation time) has elapsed, the first variation or the second variation is performed by stopping and displaying the special symbol being displayed in the variation with the symbol stored in the stop symbol storage area in advance. End the fluctuation. When the first variation or the second variation is completed in this way (when the special symbol is stopped and displayed), the confirmation display of the special symbol is started, so the confirmation display time of the special symbol is set. Then, a variable stop command indicating that the special symbol has been stopped and displayed is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The fluctuation stop command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100).

Here, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol during the execution of the first change (variation display of the first special figure), the first change (variation display of the first special figure) is continued. As it is, the measurement of the execution time (variation time) of the first fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure) is interrupted. Then, when the jackpot game triggered by the stop display of the jackpot symbol is completed, the measurement of the execution time (fluctuation time) of the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is restarted. That is, if the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol during the execution of the first variation (variation display of the first special figure), the period from the stop display of the jackpot symbol to the end of the jackpot game. The measurement of the execution time (fluctuation time) of the first variation is interrupted while the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is continued.

Similarly, even if the second special figure is stopped and displayed with a small hit symbol during the execution of the first change (variation display of the first special figure), the first change (variation display of the first special figure) is continued. The measurement of the execution time (variation time) of the first fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure) is interrupted. Then, when the small hit game triggered by the stop display of the small hit symbol is completed, the measurement of the execution time (variation time) of the first fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure) is restarted. That is, if the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol during the execution of the first variation (variation display of the first special figure), the small hit game ends after the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed. Until then, the measurement of the execution time (fluctuation time) of the first variation is interrupted while the first variation (variation display of the first special figure) is continued.

On the other hand, when the first special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol during the execution of the second change (variation display of the second special figure), the second change (variation display of the second special figure) is continued. , The measurement of the execution time (variation time) of the second fluctuation (variation display of the second special figure) is interrupted. Then, when the jackpot game triggered by the stop display of the jackpot symbol is completed, the measurement of the execution time (fluctuation time) of the second variation (variation display of the second special figure) is restarted. That is, if the first special figure is stopped and displayed with the jackpot symbol during the execution of the second variation (variation display of the second special figure), the period from the stop display of the jackpot symbol to the end of the jackpot game. Will interrupt the measurement of the execution time (fluctuation time) of the second variation while the second variation (variation display of the second special figure) is continued.

The above has described the processing when the first variation or the second variation (variation display of the first special figure or the second special figure) is being executed. On the other hand, when the confirmation display of the special symbol is in progress, it is determined whether or not the confirmation display time has elapsed. Then, when the confirmed display time has elapsed, it is determined whether the special symbol that has been stopped and displayed (confirmed display) this time is a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a missed symbol.

As a result, if the stop-displayed special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the "invalid period" is first started. Then, when a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) has elapsed, the "invalid period" is ended and the "valid period" is started. Then, it is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the second starting port 30 during the "valid period". In this determination, it is determined whether or not the second starting port sensor 30s has detected the game ball during the "valid period". As a result, if it is determined that the game ball has entered the second starting port 30 during the "valid period", the opening pattern (opening number, opening time, closing) of the big winning opening 28 is to start the big hit game. Set the time, etc.). As described above with reference to FIG. 5, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, seven round games are performed, so that the large winning opening 28 is seven times (for example, ten game balls per round game). Set an open pattern that keeps the open state until the ball enters or 30 seconds have passed.

After setting the opening pattern of the big winning opening 28 in this way, the big hit game is started. Then, the jackpot game start command indicating the start of the jackpot game is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The jackpot game start command also includes information indicating the type of jackpot game to be started this time (see FIG. 5). The jackpot game start command stored in the output buffer is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100). Then, during the big hit game, the opening / closing door 29 is operated by controlling the big winning opening solenoid 28m so that the opening pattern (see FIG. 5) is in the open / closed state.

Further, at the start of the round game, the round game start command indicating the start of the round game is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203, and at the end of the round game, the round game end command indicating the end of the round game is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. do. The round game start command and the round game end command stored in the output buffer in this way are transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100).

When the control of the big winning opening solenoid 28m (operation of the opening / closing door 29) is completed according to the above-mentioned opening pattern, the big hit game is finished. Then, the jackpot game end command indicating the end of the jackpot game is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The jackpot game end command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100). After finishing the big hit game, the game state (probability change state, rush state) is set according to the type of the big hit game (probability change hit, rush hit). Then, the game state specification command indicating the game state set this time is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The game state designation command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100).

The above has described the processing when the special symbol displayed (confirmed display) this time is a jackpot symbol. On the other hand, when the special symbol (here, the second special symbol) that is stopped and displayed (confirmed display) this time is a small hit symbol, the opening pattern of the small winning opening 35 in the small hit game (opening count, opening). Set the time, closing time, etc.). In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, a small hit game is executed in which the small winning opening 35 is opened for 1600 msec. Therefore, when the special symbol (here, the second special symbol) is stopped and displayed as the small hit symbol, an opening pattern is set in which the small winning opening 35 is opened for 1600 msec in order to start this small hit game. ..

In this way, when the opening pattern of the small winning opening 35 (small hit game) is set, the small hit game is started. Then, the small hit game start command indicating the start of the small hit game is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The small hit game start command stored in the output buffer is transmitted to the sub control board 220 in the next output process (S100).

Then, during the small hit game, the small winning opening solenoid 35m is controlled to operate the opening / closing door 36 so as to be in the open / closed state in the above-mentioned opening pattern. When the control (operation of the opening / closing door 36) of the small winning opening solenoid 35m according to such an opening pattern is completed, the small hit game is ended. Then, the small hit game end command indicating the end of the small hit game is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The small hit game end command stored in the output buffer in this way is transmitted to the sub control board 220 in the next output process (S100). The game state is not changed by the small hit game.

In addition, if the special symbol that is stopped and displayed (confirmed) this time is a symbol other than the big hit symbol (small hit symbol or off symbol), first, whether or not the current game state is the "probability change state" is determined. to decide. Then, in the case of the "probability change state", it is determined whether or not the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" has reached 100 times. As a result, when the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 100 times, the "rush state" is set instead of the "probability change state" by setting the non-electric support state instead of the electric support state (FIG. 11). See (a)).

If the current game state is not the "probability change state", it is determined whether or not the current game state is the "rush state". Then, in the case of the "rush state", it is determined whether or not the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" has reached 150 times. As a result, when the "number of fluctuations after the big hit" reaches 150 times, the "normal state" is set instead of the "rush state" by setting the low probability state instead of the high probability state (FIG. 11 (FIG. 11). a) See (b)).

<Holding number processing>
The CPU 201 of the main control board 200 subsequently performs the hold number processing (S700). In this hold number processing (S700), the number of the first special figure hold stored in the first special figure hold storage area and the number of the second special figure hold stored in the second special figure hold storage area. Is read and the hold number transfer command indicating these numbers is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 203. The hold number transmission command stored in the output buffer in this way is also transmitted to the sub-control board 220 in the next output process (S100). By doing so, the sub-control board 220 displays various effects based on these numbers, such as displaying the reserved symbols corresponding to the number of the first special figure hold and the number of the second special figure hold on the effect display device 41. Can be executed.

E. Production control processing:
As described above, the progress of the game is realized by performing the game control process by the CPU 201 of the main control board 200, but the effect corresponding to the progress of the game is produced by the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220. It is realized by executing. Hereinafter, this effect control process will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. The effect control process is performed by the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 at predetermined intervals (for example, based on a timer interrupt generated every 10 msec). In the following description, the description of well-known processes such as the initialization process of the CPU 221, the interrupt prohibition process, and the interrupt enable process is omitted.

When the effect control process is started, the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 first performs a command analysis process (S800). Here, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 sends the received command or detection signal to the RAM 223 as an external interrupt process each time a command is received from the main control board 200 or a detection signal is received from various boards. It is stored in the received command storage area. In the command analysis process (S800), the command or detection signal stored in the received command storage area, that is, the effect corresponding to the received command or detection signal is determined, and in order to perform this effect, the image / sound control board 230 or The command to be transmitted to the lamp control board 226 or the like is stored in the output buffer secured in the RAM 223.

The CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 subsequently performs an output process (S900). In this process, the command stored in the output buffer of the RAM 223 is transmitted to the image / audio control board 230, the lamp control board 226, and the like. When a command is received from the sub-control board 220, the image / sound control board 230 displays an image corresponding to the received command on the effect display device 41 and outputs a sound corresponding to the received command from the speakers 6a, 6b and the like. .. Further, the lamp control board 226 causes the lamps 5a to 5c and the like to emit light in a light emitting pattern corresponding to the received command.

As described above, the sub-control board 220 executes various effects in cooperation with the image / audio control board 230, the lamp control board 226, and the like, but in the present specification, for convenience of explanation, such various effects are executed. This is also simply expressed as "the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 executes various effects".

FIG. 18 shows the processing performed by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 in response to various commands. As shown in FIG. 18, when the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 receives the pre-determination result command, it performs a “look-ahead effect” which is an effect based on the pre-determination result. For example, an image of a character or the like corresponding to the pre-determination result is displayed on the effect display device 41, and the mode of the hold symbol to be displayed in the first hold display area 41d or the second hold display area 41e of the effect display device 41 is pre-determined. The mode corresponds to the result. It should be noted that the "look-ahead effect" does not have to be performed all the time when the pre-determination result command is received, and may be performed when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, when a predetermined execution lottery is won).

Further, when the hold number transmission command is received, the same number of hold symbols as the first special figure hold number and the second special figure hold number indicated by this command are displayed in the first hold display area 41d and the second hold of the effect display device 41. It is displayed in the display area 41e. It is not necessary to always display both the number of reserved first special figures and the number of reserved second special figures. For example, in the "normal state" and "probability change state" in which the "main effect" is the first effect, the first The number of reserved special figures may be displayed, and the number of reserved special figures may be displayed in the "rush state" in which the "main effect" is the second effect.

Further, when the variation pattern designation command is received, the first effect or the second effect corresponding to the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern specification command (including the variation display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c or the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c). To start.

Here, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, a plurality of types of reach effects can be executed as the reach effects described above using FIG. 6B. Since the first effect and the second effect are performed corresponding to the variation patterns, the reach effects that are a part of the first effect and the second effect are also performed when the corresponding variation patterns are selected. Specifically, when the result of the jackpot determination is "big hit" and the variation pattern corresponding to each reach effect is selected, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are performed after the reach effect corresponding to this variation pattern is performed. Alternatively, the first effect and the second effect in which the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, and 42c are stopped and displayed with doublet are performed. Further, if the variation pattern corresponding to each reach effect is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is "off", after the reach effect corresponding to this variation pattern is performed, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c or The first effect and the second effect, in which the decorative patterns 42a, 42b, and 42c are stopped and displayed at different intervals, are performed.

The execution probability of each reach effect, that is, the probability that the variation pattern corresponding to each reach effect is selected depends on the ratio of the variation pattern selection random numbers assigned to each variation pattern in the variation pattern selection table described above with reference to FIG. It is set. As a result, the probability that the jackpot determination result is a "big hit" (hereinafter, also referred to as "big hit expectation") is made different among a plurality of types of reach effects. As a result, the player can be expected to perform a reach effect with a higher expectation of a big hit.

The mode of the reach effect may be any mode in which the player can identify these differences. For example, the displayed character images are different from each other and the displayed background images are different from each other between the reach effects. , The displayed colors are different from each other, and the types of decorative symbols (for example, the numbers indicated by the decorative symbols) that can be doublet that are stopped and displayed at the start of the reach effect are different from each other.

When the fluctuation stop command is received during the execution of the first effect and the second effect as described above, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 sets the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c or the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c in doublet. Stop display at any of the doublets.

Further, when the game state designation command is received, the effect corresponding to the set game state (normal state, probability change state) is started. For example, an effect is executed in which the background images of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c and the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c are in a mode (color, etc.) corresponding to the gaming state. Further, when the operation signal is detected via the effect operation board 228, that is, when the effect operation units 10a, 10b, and 10c are operated, the effect corresponding to the operation is started.

F. Relationship between the first production and the second production:
Here, the relationship between the "first effect corresponding to the first variation" and the "second effect corresponding to the second variation" will be described.

F-1. Main production, non-main production:
As described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as the first effect, it is possible to execute an effect of varyingly displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c, and as the second effect, the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c are changed. It is possible to execute the effect to be displayed.

However, if the first effect and the second effect are executed at the same time according to the simultaneous fluctuation function, the effect may become complicated and it may be difficult for the player to recognize the content of the effect. .. Therefore, as described above with reference to FIG. 7, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, one of the first effect and the second effect is set as the "main effect" and the other is set as the "non-main effect". do. Then, at least in the "specific display area (for example, the central area of the display screen of the effect display device 41, the conspicuous area)", even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, even if the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel. Of the first and second effects, only the "main effect" is to be executed.

In the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the first effect is the "main effect" in the "normal state" and the "probability change state". This is because, in the "normal state" and the "probability change state", the first variation has a higher execution frequency than the second variation. That is, in the "normal state", since the fluctuation time of the second special figure (execution time of the second fluctuation) is long, left-handed (game aiming at the left first starting port 24) is performed. Further, in the "probability change state", right-handed hitting is performed, but since the electric support state (the right first starting port 25 is frequently opened), the frequency at which the game ball enters the right first starting port 25 is high. Will be higher. From these facts, in the "normal state" and the "probability change state", the execution frequency of the first variation is high, so that the first effect is referred to as the "main effect".

Therefore, in the "normal state" and the "probability change state", even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, only the first effect is executed in the "specific display area". It will be. When the first variation is not executed, the decorative symbol 41a used for the first effect (main effect) is set in the "specific display area" regardless of whether the second variation is executed or not. Display 41b, 41c (in the stopped display state) and do not display the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c used for the second effect (non-main effect) (of course, the second effect is not executed either). It is supposed to be.

On the other hand, in the "rush state", the second effect is the "main effect". This is because, in the "rush state", the second variation has a higher execution frequency than the first variation. That is, in the "rush state", right-handed hitting is performed in the same manner as in the "probability change state", but since it is in the non-electric support state (the opening frequency of the right first starting port 25 is low), the game ball is right first. The frequency of entering the starting port 25 is also reduced. For this reason, in the "rush state", the execution frequency of the second variation is high, so that the second effect is the "main effect".

Therefore, in the "rush state", even if the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, only the second effect is executed in the "specific display area". When the second variation is not executed, the decorative symbol 42a used for the second effect (main effect) is set in the "specific display area" regardless of whether the first variation is executed or not. Display 42b, 42c (in the stopped display state) and do not display the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c used for the first effect (non-main effect) (of course, the first effect is not executed either). It is supposed to be.

F-2. Execution of non-main production:
As described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, only the "main effect" of the first effect and the second effect is executed in the "specific display area", but a predetermined condition is satisfied. In that case, "non-main production" is executed. In this case, if the "main effect (or the display of the image used for the main effect)" is being executed, the "non-main effect" is replaced with the "main effect (or the display of the image used for the main effect)". (Switches the effect to be executed in the specific display area from the main effect to the non-main effect).

Specifically, in the "normal state" and the "probability change state", when the "big hit second fluctuation" is started, the second effect (non-main effect) corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is set to the "specific display area". ”. At this time, if the first effect, which is the "main effect", is being executed (or if the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are being displayed), as shown in FIG. 19 (a), the first effect (or the first effect). Alternatively, instead of displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c), a second effect (non-main effect) corresponding to the "big hit second variation" is executed.

This is due to the following reasons. That is, when the "big hit second fluctuation" is performed in the "normal state" or the "probability change state", the player must be given a second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation". This is because the jackpot game triggered by the "big hit second fluctuation" is made to feel as if it was started without going through the second fluctuation, which may cause distrust.

Further, in the "rush state", when the "big hit first fluctuation" is started, the first effect (non-main effect) corresponding to the "big hit first fluctuation" is executed in the "specific display area". At this time, if the second effect, which is the "main effect", is being executed (or if the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c are being displayed), as shown in FIG. 19B, the second effect (or the second effect) Alternatively, instead of displaying the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c), the first effect (non-main effect) corresponding to the "big hit first variation" is executed.

This is due to the following reasons. That is, when the "big hit first fluctuation" is performed in the "rush state", the player must be given the first effect corresponding to the "big hit first fluctuation". This is because it makes the big hit game triggered by "fluctuation" feel as if it was started without going through the first fluctuation, which may cause distrust.

F-3. Second production corresponding to "big hit second fluctuation":
As described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, even the "non-main effect" may be executed in the "specific display area". However, when the second effect (non-main effect) corresponding to the "big hit second variation" is executed in the "normal state" (see FIG. 19A), the following problems occur.

For example, if there are a plurality of (2 to 4) second special figure reservations and the transition from the "rush state" to the "normal state" (when the normal state is set), the "normal state" is changed to ". The "big hit second fluctuation" may be performed after the "off second fluctuation" or "small hit second fluctuation" is performed. In the "normal state", the execution time of the "off second fluctuation" and the "small hit second fluctuation" is extremely long (for example, 600 seconds), so in this case, it is long after the transition to the "normal state". After the lapse of time, the "big hit second fluctuation" will be performed. Moreover, in the "normal state", since the second effect is the "non-main effect", the second effect corresponding to the "off second variation" and the "small hit second variation" is not performed for a long time. After that, the second production corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" will be performed.

Therefore, when the player finishes the game and leaves the pachinko machine 1 due to the transition from the "rush state" to the "normal state" (the normal state is set), it corresponds to the "big hit second fluctuation". The second production may suddenly start on the unmanned pachinko machine 1. Then, in such a case, there is a possibility that the pachinko machine 1 may compete with each other among a plurality of players.

Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the "big hit second fluctuation" is performed in the "normal state", the player is playing the game in the pachinko machine 1 (the pachinko machine 1 is not unmanned). Only in the case), the second production corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started.

Specifically, if the first fluctuation (here, the first fluctuation is off) is being executed (or if the first special figure hold is memorized), the player is playing a game on the pachinko machine 1. (In this specification, it is also referred to as "in game"). Therefore, as shown in FIG. 20 (a), the "big hit second fluctuation" starts during the execution of the first fluctuation (here, the first fluctuation is off) (or when the first special figure hold is stored). If so, the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second variation" is started (the second effect is executed instead of the first effect).

On the other hand, if the first variation (here, the first variation that is out of alignment) is not being executed and the first special figure hold is not stored, it can be determined that the game is not in progress. Then, in such a case, even if the "big hit second fluctuation" is started, the second production is not started. That is, as shown in FIG. 20B, if the first variation (here, the first variation that is out of alignment) is not being executed and the first special figure hold is not stored, for example, a game is played. Demonstration effects suggesting that the display is not performed and display of decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c in a stationary state are performed in the "specific display area", but even if the "big hit second fluctuation" is started, The demonstration effect and the display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, and 41c in a stationary state are continued. Then, before the end of the "big hit second fluctuation", if the first fluctuation (here, the first fluctuation that is off) is started (or if the first special figure hold is stored (by the left first starting port sensor 24s). (When a game ball is detected)), the second production corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started from the middle of the "big hit second fluctuation" (demonstration production and decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are stationary). The second effect is executed instead of the display in.)

By doing so, it is possible to prevent the second production corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" from being suddenly started on the unmanned pachinko machine 1, and as a result, the pachinko machine 1 is engaged among a plurality of players. It can be prevented from occurring.

Here, as the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation", an effect in which the execution time is predetermined corresponding to the execution time of the "big hit second fluctuation" (the fluctuation time of the second special figure) is provided. Executed (pre-stored). For example, as the second effect, not only the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, and 42c are displayed in a variable manner, but also a predetermined moving image is reproduced, and a predetermined image (sprite image) is displayed while changing the display size and display position. However, these production times are predetermined in correspondence with the execution time of the "big hit second fluctuation". Therefore, as described above with reference to FIG. 20B, it is assumed that the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started from the middle of the "big hit second fluctuation" (the jackpot second fluctuation). (Because the second effect corresponding to the above is started at a disorderly timing), the execution time of the second effect is insufficient, and the second effect ends in an unnatural manner. For this reason, there arises a problem that the player feels uncomfortable.

Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, in the "normal state", the first variation (here, the first variation that is out of alignment) is not being executed, and the first special figure hold is not stored (game). If the "big hit second fluctuation" is started, the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is not executed on the front side (specific display area), but is executed on the back side. It is supposed to be. Then, before the end of the "big hit second fluctuation", if the first fluctuation (here, the first fluctuation that is off) is started, or if the first special figure hold is stored (when the game is started), The second effect, which had been executed behind the scenes until then, will be executed on the front side (specific display area) from the middle.

Specifically, in the "normal state", in the state where the first change (here, the first change is out of order) is not being executed and the first special figure hold is not stored (when the game is not in progress), the "big hit" is made. When the "second variation" is started, the "change process" is executed as shown in FIG. The "change process" is a process related to "change in the mode of the second effect (second effect corresponding to the second variation of the jackpot)" with the passage of time (execution time of the second variation of the jackpot). In other words, the "change process" is a process of calculating information related to the mode of the second effect corresponding to the elapsed time of the jackpot second variation.

As such "change processing", for example, when the second effect is an effect of reproducing a moving image, the reproduction position of the moving image is indicated with the passage of time (execution time of the second variation of the jackpot). The process of updating the information (frame number) is performed. Alternatively, when the second effect is an effect of displaying the predetermined image (sprite image) while changing the display size and display position, the predetermined image is displayed with the passage of time (execution time of the second variation of the jackpot). The process of updating the information indicating the display size and display position of the (sprite image) is performed.

Then, before the end of the "big hit second fluctuation", if the first fluctuation (here, the first fluctuation that is off) is started, or if the first special figure hold is stored (when the game is started), The display mode of the second effect (the second effect corresponding to the jackpot second variation) corresponding to the timing at which the game is started is derived based on the result of the "change process". Then, the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second variation" is started from the derived mode (the second effect is started not from the beginning but from the middle).

For example, when the second effect is an effect of reproducing a moving image, the reproduction position (frame number) of the moving image corresponding to the timing at which the game is started is derived based on the result of the "change processing", and this reproduction is performed. The effect of playing the moving image from the position (second effect) is started. Alternatively, when the second effect is an effect of displaying while changing the display size and display position of a predetermined image (sprite image), it corresponds to the timing when the game is started based on the result of the "change processing". The display size and display position of the image to be displayed are derived, and the effect of displaying the image (second effect) is started from the display size and display position.

With such a configuration, even when the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started from the middle of the "big hit second fluctuation" as shown in FIG. 21, the start timing is supported. Since the second effect can be started from the aspect of the above, and the second effect can be executed to the end, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

In the above-mentioned "change processing", the image itself that can be displayed in the "specific display area" as it is may be sequentially generated (for example, it may be expanded in the RAM 233 for each frame). However, since the processing load becomes large with such a configuration, the "change processing" does not generate the image itself that can be displayed in the "specific display area" as it is, and the elapsed time of the "big hit second fluctuation". It is preferable to update the information (frame number of a predetermined moving image, display size, display position, etc. of a predetermined image) relating to the mode of the second effect corresponding to the above.

FIG. 22 shows a flowchart of the “second effect execution process” for executing the second effect in the “normal state”. This process is executed by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 as a timer interrupt (for example, every 10 ms) in the "normal state".

When the "second effect execution process" is started, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 first determines whether or not the second effect (here, the jackpot second effect) is being executed (S1000). If the second effect is already being executed (S1000: yes), it is not necessary to start a new second effect, so the "second effect execution process" is terminated as it is.

On the other hand, when the second effect is not being executed (S1000: no), it is determined whether or not it is the start timing of the "big hit second fluctuation" (S1002). As a result, when it is the start timing of the "big hit second fluctuation" (S1002: yes), it is determined whether or not the game is in progress (S1004). Then, when the game is in progress (S1004: yes), the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started (S1006). On the other hand, if the game is not in progress (S1006: yes), the "change process" is started (S1008).

On the other hand, if it is determined in the determination process of S1002 that it is not the start timing of the "big hit second fluctuation" (S1002: no), it is determined whether or not the "big hit second fluctuation" is being executed (S1010). .. As a result, when the "big hit second variation" is being executed (S1010: yes), it is determined whether or not the game has been started (S1012). Then, when the game is started (S1012: yes), the display mode of the second effect (the second effect corresponding to the jackpot second variation) corresponding to the timing at which the game is started is "change processing". Is derived based on the result of (S1014). Then, the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started from the derived aspect (S1016).

In the above-described embodiment, in the "normal state", when the first fluctuation is started or when the first special figure hold is stored (right first starting port sensor 25s or left first starting port). It is determined that the game has started (when the game ball is detected by the sensor 24s), but the game is not limited to this. That is, a sensor capable of detecting the launched game ball is provided (for example, a sensor capable of detecting the game ball is provided at a position where the launched game ball enters the game area 21), and the sensor is provided. When the game ball is detected, it may be determined that the game has started (during the game).

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when starting the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second variation" from the middle of the "big hit second variation", the second effect is based on the result of the "change processing". Was decided to start, but it is not limited to this. Specifically, when starting the second production corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" from the middle of the "big hit second fluctuation", the remaining time of the "big hit second fluctuation" (until the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed). Time) may be detected and the second effect corresponding to the remaining time may be executed. For example, a second effect suggesting the remaining time (time until the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed) may be executed. Further, when the remaining time is equal to or less than a predetermined time, the second effect of displaying an image suggesting that the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed may be executed.

Further, the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" that executes the first variation and the second variation can be regarded as the "first variation executing means" and the "second variation executing means". Further, the "CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220" that executes the first effect and the second effect can be regarded as the "first effect execution means" and the "second effect execution means". Further, the "big hit second fluctuation" can be regarded as a "specific fluctuation", the jackpot symbol can be regarded as a "specific symbol", and the jackpot game can be regarded as a "specific game". Further, the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" that executes the jackpot game can also be regarded as a "specific game execution means". Further, the left first start port sensor 24s can also be regarded as a "detection means". In addition, the period during which the game is not being played in the "normal state" can be regarded as the "non-execution period".

F-4. Other embodiments:
F-4-1. Other Embodiment 1:
In the above-described embodiment, in the "normal state", if the first variation is not being executed and the first special figure hold is not stored, even if the "big hit second variation" is started, the "big hit second variation" is said. Although it was decided not to execute the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" in the "specific display area", the following configuration may be used.

That is, as shown in FIG. 23, in the "normal state", the period from the start of the first fluctuation (variation display of the first special figure) to the elapse of 2 seconds (the period of t1 in the figure) and The period from 2 seconds before the end of the first fluctuation (the first special figure is stopped and displayed) to the end of the final display of the first special figure (the period of t2 in the figure) is defined as the “prohibited period”. Then, in the "prohibited period (for example, the period of t1 in the figure)", even if the "big hit second fluctuation" is started (even if a predetermined replacement condition is satisfied), the "big hit first" is set in the "specific display area". When the "prohibition period" ends without starting the second effect corresponding to "2 fluctuations" (executing the final display of the first effect and the first special figure corresponding to the first variation) (instead of the first effect) The second production may be started.

In addition, if the "prohibited period (for example, the period of t2 in the figure)" is started during the execution of the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation", until the "prohibited period" ends (prohibited period). (Inside), in the "specific display area", the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second variation" is not executed (the first effect corresponding to the first variation and the final display of the first special figure are executed). , When the "prohibition period" ends (instead of the first effect if the second fluctuation of the jackpot is still being executed), the second effect may be restarted.

The period from the start of the first fluctuation to the elapse of 2 seconds (the period of t1 in the figure) can also be regarded as the "period immediately after the start", and is from 2 seconds before the end of the first fluctuation to the first. The period until the end of the fluctuation (the first special figure is stopped and displayed) can be regarded as the "period immediately before the stop".

Here, if it is assumed that the start of the variable display and the end of the variable display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are not indicated in the "specific display area" in the "normal state" (the first effect is not executed), the first effect is not executed in the "normal state". Despite the high execution frequency of the 1st variation, the player is informed that the 1st variation (the variation of the 1st special figure) has started and that the 1st variation has ended (the 1st special figure has stopped and displayed). It cannot be recognized, and the player may feel distrust. In this regard, as described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, even if the "big hit second fluctuation" is executed in the "prohibited period", the "big hit second fluctuation" corresponds to the "specific display area". The second effect is not executed (the first effect is executed). By doing so, it is possible to make the player recognize that the first variation (variation of the first special figure) has started and that the first variation has ended (the first special figure has stopped and displayed). It is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned distrust.

When the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are stopped and displayed, the player is made to recognize the type of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c that are stopped and displayed so that the player can recognize the result of the first variation. There is a need. Then, in order for the player to recognize the type of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c that have been stopped and displayed, it is necessary to keep the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c that have been stopped and displayed stopped for a predetermined time. There is. In this regard, in the above-described configuration, the period during which the first special figure is confirmed and displayed is also set as the "prohibited period" (the second effect is not executed in the specific display area, and the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c remain displayed. Will be). Therefore, even during the execution of the "big hit second variation", the player can be made to recognize the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c for a predetermined time (fixed display time), and by extension, the first. It is possible to make the player recognize the result of the fluctuation.

In addition, when the "prohibition period" ends, the display mode of the second effect corresponding to the timing when the "prohibition period" ends is "changed" by performing the "change processing" even during the above-mentioned "prohibition period". It may be derived based on the result of "processing". Then, the second effect may be started from the derived aspect.

In this way, even if the second production corresponding to the "big hit second fluctuation" is started from the middle of the "big hit second fluctuation" due to the "prohibition period", the start timing is supported. Since the second effect can be started from the aspect and, by extension, the second effect can be executed to the end, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

In the first effect, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are moved to the second speed (for example, the symbols that can be stopped and displayed as the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c) from the top to the bottom of the display screen over 0.5 seconds. A symbol that can be displayed in a variable manner at a speed (low speed) and then stopped and displayed as a first speed (for example, decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c) faster than the second speed is displayed from the top of the display screen over 0.1 seconds. It may be an effect that the variable display is performed at the speed of moving to the bottom (high speed), and then the variable display is performed again at the second speed, and then the stop display is performed. Then, when performing such a first effect, the period in which the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are variablely displayed at the second speed (low speed) may be set as the "prohibited period". Specifically, "the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c to the switching of the variable speed of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c from the second speed to the first speed" and "the decorative symbol 41a". , 41b, 41c may be set as a "prohibited period" as "the period from when the fluctuating speed of 41b, 41c is switched from the first speed to the second speed until the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are stopped and displayed".

With such a configuration, the "big hit second fluctuation" is generated during the period in which the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are displayed in a variable manner at a low speed, that is, in the period in which the player can easily recognize the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c. Even if it is executed, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c will be displayed in the "specific display area". Therefore, it is easier for the player to recognize that the first variation (variation of the first special figure) has started and that the first variation has ended (the first special figure has stopped and displayed). be able to.

Further, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c can be regarded as the "first effect symbol", and the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c can be regarded as the "second effect symbol". In addition, the "prohibited period" can be regarded as the "non-execution period". In addition, the "prohibited period" immediately after the start of the first fluctuation can be regarded as the "period immediately after the start", and the "prohibited period" immediately before the end of the first fluctuation can be regarded as the "period immediately before the stop". can. Further, displaying the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c in the "specific display area" instead of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c can be regarded as "replacement display".

F-4-2. Other Embodiment 2:
Here, in a general pachinko machine, the first effect or the second effect may not be executed in the "specific display area" due to a malfunction of the display (effect display device 41) or the like. Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, the "change processing" may be executed during a period during which such a first effect or a second effect cannot be executed (also referred to as an "irregular period" in the present specification). good. That is, during the "irregular period", the process related to the "change in the mode of the first effect" accompanying the passage of time (execution time of the first variation) and the passage of time (execution time of the second variation) The process related to "change in the mode of the second effect" may be executed.

Then, when the "irregular period" ends, the mode of the effect (first effect or second effect) corresponding to the timing when the irregular period ends is derived based on the result of the "change processing", and the derivation is performed. The effect (first effect or second effect) may be started from the aspect.

In this way, even if the effect (first effect or second effect) cannot be executed in the "specific display area" due to a defect or the like (due to the start of the irregular period), the defect or the like will occur. If it is resolved (when the irregular period ends), the production (first production or second production) can be started from a mode corresponding to the timing of the cancellation (sub-end), and by extension, the production (first production). Since the 1st effect or the 2nd effect) can be executed to the end, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

The "irregular period" can also be regarded as the "non-execution period".

G. First production in "rush state" (non-main production):
Next, the first effect in the "rush state" will be described. As described above with reference to FIG. 7, in the "rush state", the second effect is the "main effect" and the first effect is the "non-main effect". Then, only when the "big hit first fluctuation" is performed, the "specific display area" corresponds to the "big hit first fluctuation" instead of the display of the second effect or the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c. The first production is executed.

Here, as described above with reference to FIG. 5, in the "rush state", when the big hit game based on the "big hit second fluctuation" is performed, the "probability change state" is not set and the player " Although a "rush state" that is more advantageous than the "probability change state" is always set, the "probability change state" may be set when a big hit game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" is performed. Therefore, the player expects that the "big hit second fluctuation" is performed rather than the "big hit first fluctuation".

In this regard, when the first effect (instead of the second effect or the display of the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c) is executed in the "specific display area" in the "rush state", the player is given a "big hit". There is a problem that the game is made to recognize that the big hit game based on the "first fluctuation" is performed, and by extension, the "probability change state" may be set, and the game interest is lowered. ..

Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, even when the "big hit first fluctuation" is not started, the same effect as when the "big hit first fluctuation" is started (the jackpot first fluctuation is started). It is decided to execute the start suggestion effect) that suggests that it has been done.

For example, when the "big hit first variation" is started while the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c whose fluctuations have been stopped are displayed (the state in which the second variation is not being executed), the decorative symbols 42a, 42b , 42c, the first effect corresponding to the "big hit first variation" is performed in the "specific display area" (because the variation display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c is started). Correspondingly, the following configuration may be used. That is, in the state where the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c whose fluctuation has been stopped are displayed in the "specific display area" (the state in which the second fluctuation is not being executed), even if the "big hit first fluctuation" is not started. , The effect of varyingly displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c is executed in the "specific display area". By doing so, even if the "big hit first fluctuation" has not been started, the player can feel that the "big hit first fluctuation" has started, and it is possible to enhance the game interest. .. In the case of such a configuration, the effect of variablely displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c instead of the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c displayed in the state where the fluctuation is stopped is referred to as a "start suggestion effect". You can also catch it.

Further, as shown in FIG. 24 (a), when the "big hit first variation" is started during the execution of the second effect (second variation) of displaying the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c in a variable manner, the said Instead of the second effect (variable display of decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c), the first effect (variable display of decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c) corresponding to the "big hit first variation" is the "specific display area". In response to this, the following configuration may be used. That is, as shown in FIG. 24 (b), regardless of whether or not the first variation (big hit first variation) has been started, as a part of the second effect corresponding to the second variation (or of the second effect). (During execution), instead of the variable display of the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c, the effect of executing the variable display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c in the "specific display area" is executed. In other words, an effect suggesting that the second effect has been switched to the first effect is performed as the second effect. In this way, for the player who recognizes that the first effect is an effect corresponding to the "big hit first fluctuation", even if the "big hit first fluctuation" is not started, the "big hit first fluctuation" is more naturally performed. It can be made to feel that "1 fluctuation" has started. Further, since the first production is performed while the player is paying attention to the second production, it is possible to give the player unexpectedness and enhance the interest of the game.

It should be noted that such an effect may be executed when a specific variation pattern of the second variation is selected. Further, in such a configuration, the effect of executing the variable display of the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c instead of the variable display of the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c can be regarded as the “start suggestion effect”.

In addition, when the "big hit first fluctuation" is started, an image suggesting that the "big hit first fluctuation" is started (for example, an image with the characters "first fluctuation start") is displayed. When the effect to be performed is configured to be executed in the "specific display area", the following configuration may be used in response to this configuration. That is, regardless of whether or not the first fluctuation (first fluctuation of the jackpot) has been started, an image suggesting that the "first fluctuation of the jackpot" has been started (for example, the characters "start of the first fluctuation" are added. The effect of displaying (such as an image) may be executed in the “specific display area”. It should be noted that such an image display may be executed as a part of the second effect, or may be executed independently (independently) of the second effect. In addition, the effect of displaying such an image can be regarded as a "start suggestion effect".

When the "start suggestion effect" as described above is executed, the "start suggestion effect" may be performed even when the "big hit first fluctuation" is not started. In other words, even if the "start suggestion effect" is performed, the "big hit first fluctuation" may not be performed. For this reason, the player is expected to expect that the "big hit first fluctuation (big hit first fluctuation, which is disadvantageous to the player)" may not have been started even if the "start suggestion effect" is performed. Therefore, it is possible to enhance the game interest (it is possible to prevent the deterioration of the game interest).

Further, the above-mentioned "start suggestion effect" may be executed as a part of the second effect corresponding to the "small hit second variation" (during the execution of the second effect). In this way, even though it is suggested that the "big hit first fluctuation" has been started, the small hit game will be performed, so that the player can feel the unexpectedness and enhance the game interest. Is possible.

Further, the above-mentioned "start suggestion effect" may be executed as a part of the second effect corresponding to the "big hit second variation" (during the execution of the second effect). In this way, although it is suggested that the "big hit first fluctuation" has been started, the jackpot game based on the "big hit second fluctuation" is performed. As a result, although it was suggested that a jackpot game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" (a jackpot game that is disadvantageous to the player) is performed, a jackpot game based on the "big hit second fluctuation" (advantageous for the player) Big hit game) will be performed. For this reason, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

In the "rush state", when the big hit game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" is started, the "normal state" may be set, and the big hit game based on the "big hit second fluctuation" is started. In this case, the configuration may be such that the "normal state" is not set. With such a configuration, the difference in the degree of advantage for the player can be increased between the big hit game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" and the big hit game based on the "big hit second fluctuation". The effect of performing the "start suggestion effect" can be further enhanced.

Further, the "rush state" can be regarded as an "advantageous state", and the "probability change state" and the "normal state" can be regarded as a "disadvantageous state". The "CPU 201" can also be regarded as a "game state setting means".

H. Invalid period, valid period:
Here, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as described above, in order to prevent the unmanned pachinko machine 1 from performing the second effect corresponding to the "second jackpot fluctuation" (by extension, among a plurality of players). In order to prevent the pachinko machine 1 from fighting each other), in the "normal state", the second effect is not executed unless the game is in progress.

However, assuming that the jackpot game is started at the timing when the "second jackpot fluctuation" ends, the unmanned pachinko machine 1 does not perform the second production corresponding to the "second jackpot fluctuation". The jackpot game based on the "second jackpot fluctuation" will be played. Further, even in such a case, there is a problem that the pachinko machine 1 may be engaged between a plurality of players.

Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 25, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, when the jackpot second fluctuation ends), the "invalid period (for example, a period of 5 seconds)) "Validity period (for example, unlimited period)" is started through. Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period", the big hit game is started.

In this way, even if the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, even if the jackpot second fluctuation ends), the jackpot game will continue until the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the subsequent "valid period". Since it is not started (at least until the game is started), it is possible to prevent the big hit game from being performed by the unmanned pachinko machine 1, and it is possible to prevent the above-mentioned problems from occurring.

However, even with such a configuration, the following problems still remain. That is, even if the "valid period" is started on the unmanned pachinko machine 1, the player who newly starts the game on the pachinko machine 1 may not be able to recognize that the "valid period" has been started. be. In this case, since most players make a left-handed strike, there is a problem that the game ball does not enter the second starting port 30 and time is wasted without the big hit game being performed. be.

Therefore, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the second effect corresponding to the "second jackpot fluctuation" is not performed in the "normal state", in other words, in the state of not playing (unmanned pachinko machine 1). When the second special figure is stopped and displayed as a big hit symbol, the following processing is performed.

First, as shown in FIG. 26 (a), the period from when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the "second jackpot fluctuation" to when the "invalid period" starts (the jackpot symbol is being confirmed and displayed as the second special symbol). When a game ball enters either the left first start port 24 or the second start port 30 (when either the left first start port sensor 24s or the second start port sensor 30s detects the game ball). ) Performs a "right-handed effect" that prompts the player to hit right at the start timing of the "invalid period" (when the invalid period starts). As the "right-handed effect", for example, an image with the characters "right-handed" is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41. That is, in this case, since it can be determined that the game is newly started while the jackpot symbol (second special figure) is confirmed and displayed on the unmanned pachinko machine 1, the second start that triggers the start of the jackpot game. A "right-handed effect" is performed to aim at the mouth 30. Further, since the "valid period" starts immediately after the "invalid period" ends, the "right-handed effect" is executed at the timing when the "invalid period" starts.

Further, as shown in FIG. 26B, when a game ball enters either the left first starting port 24 or the second starting port 30 during the “invalid period” (left first starting port sensor 24s, When any one of the second starting port sensors 30s detects the game ball), the "right-handed effect" is executed (at the time) at the timing of entering (detecting) the ball. That is, in this case, since it can be determined that the game has started when the unmanned pachinko machine 1 is in the "invalid period", the "right-handed effect" is executed. Further, since the "valid period" starts immediately after the "invalid period" ends, the "right-handed effect" is executed at the timing when the above-mentioned ball entry (detection) occurs during the "invalid period".

On the other hand, during the "valid period", different effects are executed depending on the starting port (sensor that detects the game ball) into which the game ball enters. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27 (a), when the game ball enters the left first starting port 24 during the “valid period” (when the left first starting port sensor 24s detects the game ball), , The "right-handed effect" is executed at the timing of entering (detecting) the ball. That is, in this case, it can be determined that the left-handed pachinko machine 1 has started when the unmanned pachinko machine 1 is in the "valid period" (because it can be determined that the player cannot recognize that the unmanned pachinko machine 1 is in the valid period). , Perform "right-handed production". In addition, since it is already in the "valid period" (because it is not in the invalid period), the "right-handed effect" is executed at the timing when the above-mentioned ball entry (detection) occurs.

On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 27 (b), when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" (when the second starting port sensor 30s detects the game ball), , At the timing (when) the ball enters (detects), a "big hit effect" suggesting that the big hit game is started is executed. As the "big hit effect", for example, an image with the characters "big hit" is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41. That is, in this case, when the unmanned pachinko machine 1 is in the "valid period", the right-handed hit is started, and the game ball enters the second starting port 30 (the big hit game is started). (Because it can be determined that the player can recognize that the ball is in the valid period), the "big hit effect" is executed at the timing when the above-mentioned ball entry (detection) occurs.

As described above, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the game is started during the "invalid period" or the "valid period", the "right-handed effect" is executed. Therefore, even if the "valid period" is started, the right-handed hit is not performed (the jackpot game is not started), and the problem that time is wasted can be solved. As another configuration for realizing such an effect, a sensor capable of detecting the launched game ball is provided (for example, the game ball is placed at a place where the launched game ball enters the game area 21). A detectable sensor may be provided), and when the sensor detects a game ball, it may be determined that the game has started (during the game).

In addition, only during the "valid period", it is decided to perform different effects depending on the starting port (sensor that detects the game ball) into which the game ball enters. Specifically, when the game ball enters the left first start port 24 (when the left first start port sensor 24s detects the game ball), the "right-handed effect" is executed, and the game is played at the second start port 30. When the ball enters (when the second starting port sensor 30s detects the game ball), it is decided to execute the "big hit effect". In this way, for the player who started the game when the unmanned pachinko machine 1 is in the "valid period", in an appropriate manner according to the firing intensity (right-handed or left-handed) when the game is started. It is possible to execute the production and enhance the interest of the game.

In the above-described embodiment, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" (when the second starting port sensor 30s detects the game ball), the jackpot game is started. , Not limited to this. For example, a jackpot start gate is provided in the area where the right-handed game ball flows down, and when the game ball passes through the jackpot start gate during the "valid period" (a predetermined sensor detects the game ball that has passed through the jackpot start gate). Then), the jackpot game may be started. With such a configuration, when the game ball passes through the jackpot start gate during the "valid period" (when the start gate sensor detects the game ball passing through the jackpot start gate), the "big hit effect" is started. May be good. Even in the case of such a configuration, the same effect as in the above-mentioned case can be obtained.

Further, a sensor for detecting the game ball is provided in a predetermined area where the game ball entering (or passing through the jackpot start gate) always passes through the second start port 30, and the game ball passing through the predetermined area. When the sensor detects the above, the "big hit effect" may be executed. Even in the case of such a configuration, the same effect as in the above-mentioned case can be obtained.

Further, the left first start port sensor 24s can be regarded as the "first detection means", and the second start port sensor 30s and the start gate sensor can be regarded as the "second detection means". Further, the "right-handed production" can be regarded as the "first special production", and the "big hit production" can be regarded as the "second special production". Further, the second start port 30 and the jackpot start gate can be regarded as a "start area". Further, the area where the left-handed game ball flows down can be regarded as the "first area", and the area where the right-handed game ball flows down can be regarded as the "second area".

I. Modification example:
Next, a modified example will be described.

I-1. Modification 1 (Production during invalid period):
In the above-described embodiment, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (for example, when the second jackpot fluctuation ends), the "valid period" is started via the "invalid period".

In the first modification, if the length of the "invalid period" is different between the case where the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the "normal state" and the case where the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the "probability change state" or the "rush state". I will let you. Then, various effects are executed in this "invalid period".

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 28 (a), when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the "normal state", the length of the "invalid period" is set to 10 seconds, and the jackpot in the "probability change state" or the "rush state". When the symbol is stopped and displayed, the length of the "invalid period" is set to 5 seconds. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the "normal state", it is necessary to switch from left-handed to right-handed. In this case, during the "invalid period" of 10 seconds (long time), "left" Encourage (explain) the player to switch from hitting to right-handing. For example, an image with the characters "left-handed → right-handed" is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41.

On the other hand, if the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the "probability change state" or "rush state", it is necessary to continue right-handed striking. In this case, the "invalid period" of 5 seconds (short time) During this, "a production that encourages (explains) the player to continue right-handed" is executed. For example, an image with the characters "continue right-handed" is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41.

Here, a general player can immediately understand that (continue the action) when it is necessary to continue the current action, but when it is necessary to change the current action, , It takes some time to understand that (changing behavior). In this regard, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when it is necessary to switch from left-handed to right-handed (change the behavior), the "invalid period" of 10 seconds (long time) is used to "from left-handed". If it is necessary to continue right-handed (continue action), a "invalid period" of 5 seconds (short time) will be performed to encourage (explain) the player to switch to right-handed. It will be used to "prompt (explain) the player to continue right-handed". For this reason, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the content of the game, and by extension, it is possible to prevent the player from being impatient, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

As another configuration, the length of the "invalid period" is set depending on whether the probability variation state is set (when the probability variation hit is performed) or when the "rush state" is set (when the rush hit is performed). It may be different.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 28B, when the probability variation state is set (when the probability variation hit is performed), the length of the "invalid period" is set to 10 seconds, and the "rush state" is set. (When a rush hit is performed), the length of the "invalid period" is set to 5 seconds. Then, when the probability variation state is set (when the probability variation hit is performed), during the "invalid period" of 10 seconds (long time), "when the number of fluctuations after the big hit reaches 100 times, the state shifts to the rush state. An effect that suggests (explains) the transition to the normal state when the number reaches 150 times is executed.

On the other hand, when the "rush state" is set (when the rush hit is performed), during the "invalid period" of 5 seconds (short time), "normally when the number of fluctuations after the big hit reaches 150 times". An effect that suggests (explains) the transition to the state ”is executed.

Here, if a general player has a simple transition of the future gaming state, he / she can immediately understand that (transition of the future gaming state), but the transition of the future gaming state is complicated. In some cases, it takes some time to understand that (future transition of the gaming state). In this respect, in the pachinko machine 1 of the present embodiment, when the number of fluctuations after the big hit reaches 100 times, it shifts to the rush state, and when it reaches 150 times, it shifts to the normal state (the transition of the game state in the future is complicated). In the case), the "invalid period" of 10 seconds (long time) is used to perform an effect that suggests (explains) that fact, and when the number of fluctuations after the big hit reaches 150 times, it shifts to the normal state. In the case (when the transition of the game state in the future is simple), the "invalid period" of 5 seconds (short time) is used to perform an effect suggesting (explaining) to that effect. For this reason, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the content of the game, and by extension, it is possible to prevent the player from being impatient, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

Further, in the above-described embodiment, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" (when the game ball is detected by the second starting port sensor 30s), the jackpot game is started. And said. In the first modification, at this time, the effect (or the jackpot game) suggesting that the game ball has entered the second starting port 30 (the game ball is detected by the second starting port sensor 30s) is started. A production that suggests that) ”may be executed. Here, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, it is possible to start the "valid period" without going through the "invalid period", but with such a configuration, the following problems occur. Occurs. That is, in this case, since the "valid period" is started as soon as the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, depending on the timing when the game ball enters the second starting port 30, the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed immediately. The jackpot game is started. In this case, the above-mentioned effect (effect for explaining the content of the game) cannot be performed using FIG. 28.

In this regard, if the "invalid period" is first started after the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not started even if the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "invalid period". By utilizing this "invalid period", the above-mentioned effect (effect for explaining the content of the game) can be performed using FIG. 28, and by extension, the content of this effect can be easily recognized by the player. can.

Then, when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period" (when the game ball is detected by the second starting port sensor 30s), "the game ball enters the second starting port 30". Even when performing an effect suggesting that the ball has entered (a game ball is detected by the second start port sensor 30s) (or an effect suggesting that a big hit game is started), FIG. 28 is used. The above-mentioned effect (the effect of explaining the content of the game) and "the effect of suggesting that the game ball has entered the second start port 30 (the game ball is detected by the second start port sensor 30s)". Does not interfere. That is, the above-mentioned effect (effect for explaining the content of the game) described with reference to FIG. 28 is executed using the "invalid period", and "the game ball has entered the second start port 30 (second start port sensor). Since the "effects suggesting that the game ball is detected by 30s" are executed after the "valid period" is started, these effects are performed at different timings. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize each of these effects.

The normal state, the probabilistic state, and the rush state can be regarded as the "first state" and the "second state", and the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" that sets these game states is the "game state setting means". It can also be regarded as. Further, "probability change hit" and "rush hit" can be regarded as "first specific game" and "second specific game". Further, the second start port sensor 30s can also be regarded as a "detection means". Further, the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" that executes the first variation and the second variation can be regarded as the "variation executing means". The "normal state", "probability change state", and "rush state" can also be regarded as the "first state" and the "second state". Further, "probability change hit" and "rush hit" can be regarded as "first specific game" and "second specific game". Further, the above-mentioned effect (effect for explaining the content of the game) described with reference to FIG. 28 can also be regarded as an “invalid period effect”.

I-2. Deformation example 2 (Stopping the first jackpot fluctuation from coming off):
In the above-described embodiment, in the "rush state", the jackpot game based on the "second jackpot fluctuation" is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game based on the "first jackpot fluctuation". .. Specifically, in the "rush state", the "rush state" is always set when the jackpot game based on the "second jackpot fluctuation" is performed, but the jackpot game based on the "first jackpot fluctuation" is performed. In that case, the "probability change state (or normal state)" may be set. Then, in such a configuration, the player is expected to not perform the big hit game based on the "first big hit fluctuation" in the "rush state".

Therefore, in the second modification, as shown in FIG. 29, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol during the execution of the "big hit first fluctuation" (when the small hit second fluctuation ends), Even in the middle of the "big hit first fluctuation", the first special figure is stopped and displayed with a symbol, and the "big hit first fluctuation" is terminated.

In this way, in the "rush state", the "small hit second fluctuation" is executed with high frequency (the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol), so that the "big hit first fluctuation" is performed. However, the out-of-order symbol will be stopped and displayed at a high frequency. Therefore, in the "rush state", it becomes difficult for the player to perform a big hit game (a big hit game based on the first big hit fluctuation), which makes it possible to enhance the interest of the game.

In the "rush state", when the big hit game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" is started, the "normal state" may be set, and the big hit game based on the "big hit second fluctuation" is started. In this case, the configuration may be such that the "normal state" is not set. With such a configuration, the difference in the degree of advantage for the player can be increased between the big hit game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" and the big hit game based on the "big hit second fluctuation". It is possible to further enhance the effect of performing the above-mentioned treatment by using.

Here, the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 issues a fluctuation stop command to the sub control board 220 when the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation is terminated (when the first special figure or the second special figure is stopped and displayed). The CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 ends the first effect and the second effect based on this fluctuation stop command (stops the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c and the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c). To display).

In this regard, in the case of the configuration as in the modified example 2, the fluctuation stop command of the "big hit first fluctuation" (also referred to as the "first stop signal" in the present specification) and the fluctuation stop of the "small hit second fluctuation" A command (also referred to as a "second stop signal" in the present specification) is output almost at the same time. Therefore, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 may erroneously detect which of the "big hit first fluctuation" and the "small hit second fluctuation" ends first, and in this case, it is not possible. There is a possibility that an appropriate production will be performed.

In detail, even though the "small hit 2nd fluctuation" was actually completed first (even though the missed symbol was stopped and displayed in the big hit 1st fluctuation), the "big hit 1st fluctuation" came first. It is erroneously detected as finished (the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the first jackpot variation). Then, in this case, even though the out-of-order symbol is stopped and displayed in the "big hit first fluctuation", the first effect of stopping and displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c with doublet is performed, or the "big hit" is performed. There is a possibility that the effect suggesting that the jackpot game based on the "first fluctuation" is started is performed.

Alternatively, as in the above-described embodiment, in the case of "a configuration in which the first effect is started in the" specific display area "only when the" first fluctuation of the jackpot "is started in the" rush state "", " Even if the jackpot symbol is not stopped and displayed (because the second fluctuation of the small hit ends during the first fluctuation of the jackpot) even though the "first fluctuation of the jackpot" is performed, the first effect corresponding to the "first fluctuation of the jackpot" is performed. May start.

Therefore, in the second modification, when the "small hit second fluctuation" is started, it is determined whether or not the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the execution of the "big hit first fluctuation". It is decided to be performed prior to the end of the "small hit second fluctuation".

Specifically, when the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 starts the "big hit first fluctuation", the fluctuation time of the "big hit first fluctuation" (also referred to as "big hit fluctuation time" in the present specification) is referred to as the sub control board. When transmitting to 220 and starting the "small hit second fluctuation", the fluctuation time of the "small hit second fluctuation" (also referred to as "small hit fluctuation time" in the present specification) is referred to as the sub-control board 220. It is supposed to be sent to.

Then, the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 ends the "small hit second fluctuation" during the "big hit first fluctuation" based on the "big hit fluctuation time" and the "small hit fluctuation time" received from the main control board 200. Decide whether to do it or not. Then, when the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the "big hit first fluctuation", the missed symbol is stopped and displayed as a result of the "big hit first fluctuation", so that the "first stop signal" is received. Then, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, and 41c are stopped and displayed at different intervals to end the first effect. As a matter of course, in this case, the effect suggesting that the jackpot game based on the "big hit first fluctuation" is started is not executed.

Alternatively, in the case of "a configuration in which the first effect is started in the" specific display area "only when the" first fluctuation of the jackpot "is started in the" rush state "", the following processing is performed. That is, when the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the "big hit first fluctuation" (when the jackpot first fluctuation is off and stopped and displayed with a symbol), in the "specific display area", the "small hit first fluctuation" The second effect (related effect based on the judgment by the judgment means) corresponding to "2 fluctuations" is continued, and when the "second stop signal" is received, the decorative symbols 42a, 42b, 42c are stopped and displayed to display the second effect. To finish. Further, in this case, the first effect corresponding to the "big hit first fluctuation" is not started, and of course, even if the "first stop signal" is received when the "big hit first fluctuation" ends, even if the "first stop signal" is received. Since the first effect has not been started by then, the process of stopping and displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c is not performed.

On the other hand, if the "small hit second fluctuation" does not end during the "big hit first fluctuation", the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a result of the "big hit first fluctuation", so that the "first stop signal" Is received, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are stopped and displayed with doublet to end the first effect. Then, in this case, an effect suggesting that the jackpot game based on the "big hit first variation" is started is executed.

Alternatively, in the case of "a configuration in which the first effect is started in the" specific display area "only when the" first fluctuation of the jackpot "is started in the" rush state "", the following processing is performed. That is, if the "small hit second fluctuation" does not end during the "big hit first fluctuation" (when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the jackpot first fluctuation), the "small hit" is set in the "specific display area". Instead of the second effect corresponding to the "second variation", the first effect corresponding to the "big hit first variation" is started. Then, when the "first stop signal" is received, the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c are stopped and displayed with doublet to end the first effect. In this case, as a matter of course, even if the "second stop signal" is received when the "small hit second fluctuation" ends, the second effect in the "specific display area" has been completed by then. (Because it has been switched to the first effect), the process of stopping and displaying the decorative symbols 41a, 41b, 41c is not performed.

Alternatively, the configuration may be as follows. That is, on the main control board 200 side (CPU201 of the main control board 200), the "big hit first fluctuation" ends during the "small hit second fluctuation" based on the "big hit fluctuation time" and the "small hit fluctuation time". It may be decided whether or not to do so. Then, this determination result may be transmitted to the sub-control board 220. In this case, the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 detects whether or not the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the "big hit first fluctuation" based on the above-mentioned determination result received from the main control board 200. .. Then, the above-mentioned cases corresponding to the case where the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the "big hit first fluctuation" and the case where the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the "big hit first fluctuation". Perform the same effect (processing).

With the configuration as in the second modification, when the "second fluctuation of the small hit" is completed during the "first fluctuation of the jackpot", the first special figure is stopped and displayed with a symbol, and the "first fluctuation of the jackpot" is displayed. Even in the case of "the configuration to be terminated", it is possible to execute the effects related to the "big hit first fluctuation" and the "small hit second fluctuation" in an appropriate manner as described above.

The "big hit first fluctuation" can be regarded as a "big hit fluctuation", and the "small hit second fluctuation" can be regarded as a "small hit fluctuation". Further, the "CPU 221 of the sub control board 220" and the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" for determining whether or not the "small hit second fluctuation" ends during the "big hit first fluctuation" are used as "judgment means". You can also catch it. Further, the "CPU 221 of the sub control board 220" and the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" capable of detecting the end timing of the "big hit first fluctuation" and the end timing of the "small hit second fluctuation" are "end timing detecting means". It can also be regarded as. In addition, the effects related to the above-mentioned "big hit first fluctuation" and "small hit second fluctuation" (the first effect, the second effect, and the effect suggesting that the big hit game is started) are referred to as "related effects". The "CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220" that executes the effects related to the above-mentioned "big hit first fluctuation" and "small hit second fluctuation" can also be regarded as "related effect executing means".

I-3. Modification 3 (look-ahead effect):
As described above, each time the CPU 201 of the main control board 200 stores the special figure hold, the CPU 201 transmits a pre-determination result command indicating the pre-determination result of the special figure hold to the sub-control board 220.

Then, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 can detect (grasp) the stored contents of the first special figure hold and the second special figure hold based on the preliminary determination result. In other words, since the first variation and the first effect are performed based on the first special figure reservation, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 has the first variation and the start suspended based on the pre-determination result command. It is possible to detect (understand) the content of the first effect. Further, since the second variation and the second effect are performed based on the second special figure reservation, the CPU 221 of the sub control board 220 has the second variation and the second effect whose start is suspended based on the pre-determination result command. 2 It is possible to detect (understand) the content of the effect.

For example, whether or not the special figure hold (first special figure hold or second special figure hold) that triggers the start of "big hit fluctuation (big hit first change or big hit second change)" is stored, in other words, " It is possible to detect (understand) whether or not the start of the jackpot fluctuation (big hit first fluctuation or jackpot second fluctuation) is suspended.

In this way, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 has the contents of the first special figure hold and the second special figure hold, in other words, the variation whose start is suspended (first variation or second variation) based on the preliminary determination result. ) And the contents of the effect (first effect or second effect) can be detected (understood). Then, it is possible to execute a "look-ahead effect" that suggests the detected content to the player.

In the modified example 3, as such a “look-ahead effect”, the special figure hold (first special figure hold or second special figure hold) that triggers the start of the “big hit fluctuation (big hit first fluctuation or big hit second fluctuation)”. It is possible to execute an effect suggesting whether or not is stored, in other words, an effect suggesting whether or not the start of the "big hit variation (big hit first variation or jackpot second variation)" is suspended. For example, when the special figure hold that triggers the start of the "big hit fluctuation" is stored, the "image showing the red sphere" is displayed on the display screen of the effect display device 41, and the trigger for the start of the "big hit fluctuation" is set. When the special figure hold is not stored, it is possible to execute the "look-ahead effect" for displaying the "image showing the black sphere" on the display screen of the effect display device 41.

In the following, the special figure hold that triggers the start of the "big hit fluctuation" is also referred to as the "big hit hold", and the first special figure hold that triggers the start of the "first jackpot fluctuation" among the "big hit hold" is referred to as "big hit hold". It is also expressed as "first big hit hold", and the second special figure hold that triggers the start of "second big hit fluctuation" among "big hit hold" is also expressed as "second big hit hold".

FIG. 30 shows a flowchart showing the “look-ahead effect execution process” for executing the “look-ahead effect” of the third modification. This process is executed as a timer interrupt (for example, every 10 ms) by the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220.

When the "look-ahead effect execution process" is started, the CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220 first determines whether or not it is the start timing of the jackpot game, in other words, the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period". It is determined whether or not it is the timing (the timing when the second start port sensor 30s detects the game ball) (S1100). As a result, when it is the start timing of the big hit game (S1100: yes), the "operation reminder effect execution lottery" for determining whether or not to execute the "operation reminder effect" is performed (S1102).

The "operation reminder effect" is an effect that urges the player to operate the player (for example, the operation of the effect button 10a). For example, the character "press!" Is added to the image showing the effect button 10a. This is an effect of displaying the image on the display screen of the effect display device 41. In the "operation reminder effect execution lottery", it is determined (winning) that the "operation reminder effect" is executed with a probability of about 20%. Then, when the "operation reminder effect execution lottery" is won (S1104: yes), the "operation reminder effect" is executed (S1106). Such an "operation reminder effect" is executed for about 3 seconds.

On the other hand, if it is determined in the determination process of S1100 that it is not the start timing of the big hit game (S1100: no), it is determined whether or not the "operation prompting effect" is being executed (S1108). As a result, when it is determined that the "operation prompting effect" is being executed (S1108: yes), it is determined whether or not the player operation (for example, the operation of the effect button 10a) has been performed (S1110). .. Then, when it is determined that the player operation has been performed (S1110: yes), the "look-ahead effect" is executed (S1112). As such a "look-ahead effect", as described above, an effect suggesting whether or not the "big hit hold (first big hit hold or second big hit hold)" is stored is executed.

As described above, in the modified example 3, the "operation reminder effect" is executed at the start timing of the jackpot game, in other words, the timing when the game ball enters the second starting port 30 during the "valid period", and the "operation reminder effect" is executed. If the player operates during the execution of the "effect", the "look-ahead effect" that suggests whether or not the "big hit hold (first big hit hold or second big hit hold)" is stored is executed. By doing so, when the big hit game is started (at the timing when the big hit game is started), it is possible to suggest to the player that a big hit game different from the big hit game is additionally performed. Can be increased.

Here, in the above-described embodiment, the "probability change state" is set after the end of the "probability change hit" in the big hit game. Then, in the "probability change state", the first effect is "main effect (effect mainly executed in the specific display area)". Therefore, if the above-mentioned "look-ahead effect" is performed, the following problems may occur.

That is, even if the "look-ahead effect" suggesting that the "second jackpot hold" is stored because the "second jackpot hold" is stored when the "probability change hit" is started, even if the "look-ahead effect" is performed. The second variation (second jackpot variation) based on the "second jackpot hold" is performed in a state where the second effect is a "non-main effect", which makes the player feel uncomfortable. In particular, in the case of "a configuration in which the second effect corresponding to the" second jackpot fluctuation "is not executed in the" specific display area "in the" probability change state "", the "second jackpot hold" is stored. Despite the "look-ahead effect" that suggests that the game has been performed, the second effect corresponding to the "second jackpot fluctuation" is not performed, which makes the player feel uncomfortable.

On the other hand, in the big hit game, after the end of the "rush hit", the "probability change state" is set. Then, in the "rush state", the second effect is "main effect (effect mainly executed in the specific display area)". Therefore, if the above-mentioned "look-ahead effect" is performed, the following problems may occur.

That is, even if the "look-ahead effect" suggesting that the "first jackpot hold" is stored because the "first jackpot hold" is stored when the "rush hit" is started, the "look-ahead effect" is performed. Since the first variation (first jackpot variation) based on the "first jackpot hold" is performed in a state where the first effect is the "non-main effect", the player feels uncomfortable. In particular, if "in the" rush state ", even if the first effect corresponding to the" first jackpot fluctuation "is not executed in the" specific display area "", the "first jackpot hold" is stored. Despite the "look-ahead effect" that suggests that the game has been performed, the first effect corresponding to the "first jackpot fluctuation" is not performed, which makes the player feel uncomfortable.

Further, as in the modified example 2 described above using FIG. 29, when the second special figure is stopped and displayed with the small hit symbol during the execution of the "big hit first fluctuation" (the small hit second fluctuation is completed). In the case), even in the middle of the "big hit first fluctuation", if the first special figure is stopped and displayed with a symbol and the "big hit first fluctuation" is terminated, it is as follows. Problems arise. That is, even though the "look-ahead effect" suggesting that the "first jackpot hold" is stored, the first fluctuation (first jackpot fluctuation) based on the "first jackpot hold" is missed. The symbol may be stopped and displayed (the jackpot game is not performed), and in this case, the player feels distrust.

Therefore, in the modified example 3, when the "look-ahead effect" is performed when the big hit game is started, the game state (main effect, non-main effect) after the end of the big hit game is first detected. Then, as shown in FIG. 31, when the "main effect" in the game state after the end of the jackpot game is the first effect (that is, when the probability variation state is set), the "look-ahead effect" is the first effect. It is decided that the effect suggesting the content of 1 special figure hold (content related to the main effect) is executed, and the effect suggesting the content of the second special figure hold (content related to the non-main effect) is not executed. Specifically, an effect that suggests whether or not "1st jackpot hold" is memorized (contents related to the main effect) is executed, and whether or not "2nd jackpot hold" is memorized (for non-main effect). The production that suggests (related content) is not executed. In this way, it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned discomfort and distrust.

In addition, when the "main effect" in the game state after the jackpot game is completed is the second effect (that is, when the rush state is set), the "look-ahead effect" is the content of the second special figure hold (that is, when the rush state is set). It is decided that the effect suggesting the content (contents related to the main effect) is executed, and the effect suggesting the content of the first special figure reservation (content related to the non-main effect) is not executed. Specifically, an effect that suggests whether or not the "second jackpot hold" is stored (contents related to the main effect) is executed, and an effect that suggests whether or not the "first jackpot hold" is stored (contents related to the main effect) is executed. (Contents related to non-main production) will not be executed. Even in such a case, it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned discomfort and distrust.

Further, the game state after the end of the big hit game may be set to the "normal state", but in such a configuration, the following problems occur. That is, in such a configuration, the jackpot game may end in a state in which a plurality of second special figure reservations including the "second jackpot hold" are stored, and the "normal state" may be set. Then, in this case, in the "normal state", the "big hit second fluctuation" may be performed after the "off second fluctuation" or the "small hit second fluctuation" is performed.

Then, in the "normal state", the execution time of the "off second fluctuation" and the "small hit second fluctuation" is extremely long (for example, 600 seconds), so in this case, the "normal state" is set. After a long time has passed (after the jackpot game is completed), the "big hit second fluctuation" will be performed.

Therefore, in such a configuration, since the "second jackpot hold" is stored, even if the "look-ahead effect" suggesting that the "second jackpot hold" is stored is performed, the "second jackpot hold" is performed. The second fluctuation (second jackpot fluctuation) based on "2 jackpot hold" will be performed after a long time has passed since the "normal state" was set. That is, although the "look-ahead effect" suggesting that the "second jackpot hold" is stored, the second fluctuation (second jackpot fluctuation) based on the "second jackpot hold" is long. It will not start over time. And even in such a case, the player feels distrust.

Therefore, even if the game state after the big hit game is set to the "normal state" (even if the main effect is the first effect), in the "look-ahead effect", the content of the first special figure hold (for the main effect). It is decided that the effect suggesting the content (related content) is executed, and the effect suggesting the content of the second special figure reservation (content related to the non-main effect) is not executed. Specifically, an effect that suggests whether or not "1st jackpot hold" is memorized (contents related to the main effect) is executed, and whether or not "2nd jackpot hold" is memorized (for non-main effect). The production that suggests (related content) will not be executed. In this way, it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned distrust.

In the above-mentioned modification 3, the "look-ahead effect" is performed at the timing when the big hit game is started, but if the game state to be set in the future is fixed, the "look-ahead effect" is performed. It may be a feasible configuration. For example, the period from the stop display of the jackpot symbol to the end of the jackpot game based on the stop display, specifically, during the final display of the jackpot symbol, during the "invalid period", during the "valid period", and during the jackpot game. A "look-ahead effect" may be performed. Even in such a case, it is possible to suggest to the player that a jackpot game different from the jackpot game is additionally performed, so that it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

Further, the "CPU 201 of the main control board 200" capable of suspending the start of the first fluctuation and the start of the second fluctuation can be regarded as a "holding means". Further, the "look-ahead effect" that suggests whether or not the "first jackpot hold" is stored, and the "look-ahead effect" that suggests whether or not the "second jackpot hold" is stored are the "first look-ahead effect". , "Second look-ahead effect", and the "CPU 221 of the sub-control board 220" that executes these "look-ahead effects" can also be regarded as a "look-ahead effect execution means". Further, the "normal state", the "probability change state", and the "rush state" can be regarded as the "first state" and the "second state".

Although examples and modifications of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to this, and is not limited to the wording of each claim as long as it does not deviate from the scope described in each claim. It extends to the extent that those skilled in the art can easily replace them, and improvements based on the knowledge normally possessed by those skilled in the art can be added as appropriate.

For example, in the above-described embodiment, the present invention is applied to the pachinko machine 1 that gives the player a profit (game value) as a result of the game by paying out the game ball supplied from the island equipment of the game hall. I explained the example. The present invention is not limited to this, and the present invention can be applied to a game machine of a type in which a game benefit is given in a form different from that of “paining a game ball”. For example, when a game ball enters various entrances, data indicating the amount of profit (magnitude of game value) corresponding to the entry is stored, thereby providing a profit (game) in the game. The present invention can be applied to a pachinko machine of a type that imparts a value) to a player, and in this case as well, the same effect as that of the above-described embodiment can be obtained. As a type of pachinko machine that converts game benefits (game value) into data and gives it to the player, a game machine that circulates and uses a plurality of game balls built in the pachinko machine, specifically An example is a pachinko machine (so-called enclosed game machine) configured to return a game ball discharged to the back surface of the game board through various entrances or out ports and fire it again.

<Game machines A1 to A6 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following game machines A1 to A6.

<Game machine A1>
<Overview>
During the non-execution period, even if the second variation is performed, the second effect is not executed and is advanced behind the scenes. When the non-execution period ends, the second effect that was progressing behind the scenes is executed on the front.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A first effect executing means capable of executing the first effect as an effect corresponding to the first variation, and
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A second effect executing means capable of executing the second effect as an effect corresponding to the second variation, and
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
Even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, either one of the first effect and the second effect is selected and executed in the predetermined display area. In possible gaming machines
Even during the execution of the second variation, during the non-execution period, the second effect is not executed in the predetermined display area, and the mode of the second effect changes with the passage of time. It is possible to execute the change processing related to
When the non-execution period ends during the execution of the second variation, the mode of the second effect corresponding to the timing at which the non-execution period ends is derived based on the result of the change processing, and the predetermined display. In the area, a gaming machine characterized in that the second effect can be started from the derived mode.

In such a gaming machine, if the non-execution period ends during the execution of the second variation, a second effect corresponding to the second variation is performed at the timing when the non-execution period ends (from the middle of the second variation). Run. Here, in general, as the second effect, an effect in which the execution time is predetermined is executed in correspondence with the execution time of the second variation. Therefore, if the second effect corresponding to the second variation is started from the middle of the second variation (because the second effect corresponding to the second variation is started at a disorderly timing), The execution time of the second effect is insufficient, and the second effect ends in an unnatural manner. For this reason, there arises a problem that the player feels uncomfortable.

Therefore, in this gaming machine, when the second fluctuation is started during the non-execution period, the second effect corresponding to the second fluctuation is not executed on the front side (predetermined display area), but is executed on the back side. It is supposed to be. Specifically, the change processing related to "change in the mode of the second effect with the passage of the execution time of the second variation" is performed (executed behind the scenes). Then, if the non-execution period ends before the end of the second variation, the second effect that has been executed behind the scenes until then is executed from the middle in the front (predetermined display area). Specifically, the mode of the second effect corresponding to the timing when the non-execution period ends is derived based on the result of the change processing, and the second effect is executed in a predetermined display area from the derived mode (executed in the table). To do).

In this way, even if the second effect corresponding to the second variation is started from the middle of the second variation (at the timing when the non-execution period ends), the second effect corresponds to the start timing. Since the production can be started and, by extension, the second production can be executed to the end, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

<Game machine A2>
<Overview>
When the game ball is detected, the non-execution period ends (the second effect is executed in the table).
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine A1
Equipped with a detection means that can detect a game ball,
A gaming machine characterized in that the non-execution period ends based on the detection of a gaming ball by the detecting means.

In such a gaming machine, when the gaming ball is detected (that is, when the gaming is started), the non-execution period ends. Therefore, when the game is started, the non-execution period ends and the second effect is started. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the second effect from being performed on a gaming machine (unmanned gaming machine) in which the game is not performed, and if the game is started in the middle of the second fluctuation, the second effect is concerned. The second effect can be started from the middle of the fluctuation.

<Game machine A3>
<Overview>
When the first fluctuation is started, the non-execution period ends (the second effect is executed in the table).
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine A1
A gaming machine characterized in that the non-execution period ends based on the start of the first variation.

In such a gaming machine, the non-execution period ends when the first variation is started (that is, when the gaming is started). Therefore, when the game is started, the non-execution period ends and the second effect is started. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the second effect from being performed on a gaming machine (unmanned gaming machine) in which the game is not performed, and if the game is started in the middle of the second fluctuation, the second effect is concerned. The second effect can be started from the middle of the fluctuation.

<Game machine A4>
<Overview>
When the non-execution period ends during the execution of the specific variation (big hit variation), the second effect corresponding to the specific variation is executed in the table.
<Claim format>
In any one of the gaming machines A1 to A3
Equipped with a specific game execution means that can execute a specific game in which the variable entrance is open.
As the second variation, the second variation executing means can execute a specific variation in which the second special symbol is stopped and displayed at the specific symbol.
The specific game execution means can execute the specific game based on the execution of the specific variation.
When the non-execution period ends during the execution of the second variation, if the second variation is the specific variation, the second effect is started from the mode derived based on the result of the change processing. A gaming machine characterized by that.

In such a gaming machine, when a specific variation (a type of second variation) is performed, a specific game is performed. However, if the second effect corresponding to the specific variation is not performed, the specific game may be performed without the player recognizing whether or not the specific variation has been performed. Then, in this case, the player feels uncomfortable. In this regard, in this gaming machine, even in the middle of the specific fluctuation, when the non-execution period ends, the second effect corresponding to the specific fluctuation is performed. Therefore, it is possible to make the player recognize that the specific change has been performed, and it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable.

<Game machine A5>
<Overview>
The non-execution period is the period near the start timing of the first fluctuation.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine A1
The non-execution period is a gaming machine having a predetermined length including a timing at which the first effect is started in the predetermined display area.

In such a gaming machine, the period near the start timing of the first effect is a non-execution period. That is, during the period near the start timing of the first effect, the second effect is not executed even if the second variation is executed.

Here, if the player does not visually recognize the start portion of the first effect, the player cannot be made aware that the first fluctuation has been started, which may cause the player to feel distrust. .. In this respect, in this gaming machine, in the vicinity of the start timing of the first effect, even if the second variation is executed, the first effect is executed without executing the second effect. By doing so, it is possible to make the player recognize that the first fluctuation has been started, and it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned distrust.

<Game machine A6>
<Overview>
The non-execution period is the period near the end timing of the first fluctuation.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine A1
The non-execution period is a gaming machine having a predetermined length including a timing at which the first effect being executed in the predetermined display area is terminated.

In such a gaming machine, the period near the end timing of the first effect is a non-execution period. That is, during the period near the end timing of the first effect, the second effect is not executed even if the second variation is executed.

Here, if the player does not visually recognize the end portion of the first effect, the player cannot recognize that the first variation has been completed, which may cause the player to feel distrust. .. In this respect, in this gaming machine, near the end timing of the first effect, even if the second variation is executed, the first effect is executed without executing the second effect. By doing so, it is possible to make the player recognize that the first variation has been completed, and it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned distrust.

<Game machines B1 to B5 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following game machines B1 to B5.

<Game machine B1>
<Overview>
When the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation and the second effect corresponding to the second variation is not performed, the game ball is detected by the first detection means and the second detection means. Perform different effects depending on when it is detected.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A first effect executing means capable of executing the first effect as an effect corresponding to the first variation, and
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A second effect executing means capable of executing the second effect as an effect corresponding to the second variation, and
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
Even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, either one of the first effect and the second effect is selected and executed in the predetermined display area. In possible gaming machines
Based on the fact that the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation, it is possible to execute a specific game in which the variable entrance is opened.
When the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation and the second effect corresponding to the second variation is not performed in the predetermined display area, the gaming ball is detected by the first detecting means. A gaming machine characterized in that the first special effect can be executed based on being performed, and the second special effect can be executed based on the fact that the gaming ball is detected by the second detection means.

In such a gaming machine, even when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation, the second effect corresponding to the second variation may not be performed in the predetermined display area. If the second effect is not performed, the player may not be able to recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed (and by extension, the specific game is performed) due to the second variation.

Then, the firing intensity of the game ball (the area where the game ball flows down) may be different between the case where the player can recognize that the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation and the case where the player cannot recognize it. be. For example, when the player can recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second variation, the game ball is launched so as to flow down the area related to the specific game (for example, right-handed is performed). If it is not recognized, the game ball may be launched (for example, left-handed) so as to flow down the area related to the first fluctuation or the second fluctuation.

Therefore, in this gaming machine, when the above-mentioned second effect is not performed, the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation depending on which of the first detecting means and the second detecting means has detected the game ball. It is determined whether or not the player can recognize this, and different effects (first special effect, second special effect) are performed depending on whether the player can recognize it or not. That is, when the game ball is detected by the first detection means, the first special effect is executed, and when the game ball is detected by the second detection means, the second special effect is executed. By doing so, it is possible to perform an appropriate effect depending on whether or not the player can recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second variation.

<Game machine B2>
<Overview>
The specific game is executed when the game ball passes through the start area after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine B1
The specific game is executed based on the fact that the game ball passes through the start region after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation.
The first special effect can be executed based on the fact that the game ball is detected by the first detection means during the period from the stop display of the specific symbol due to the second variation to the start of the specific game. And
The second special effect can be executed based on the fact that the game ball is detected by the second detection means during the period from when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed due to the second variation until the specific game is started. A gaming machine characterized by being.

In such a gaming machine, when the gaming ball passes through the start region after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation, the specific gaming is started. With such a configuration, during the "period from when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation to when the specific game is started", the player indicates that the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation. If it can be recognized, the game ball is likely to be fired toward the start area, and if it is not recognized, the game ball is likely to be fired toward a region different from the start area.

Therefore, in this gaming machine, the gaming ball is detected (detected by the first detecting means or the second detecting means) during the "period from the stop display of the specific symbol due to the second fluctuation to the start of the specific game". By doing so (by specifying the area through which the game ball passes during the period), it is determined whether or not the player can recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second variation. By doing so, the accuracy of this determination can be improved, and it becomes possible to perform a more appropriate effect.

<Game machine B3>
<Overview>
The first detection means is in the first region, and the second detection means and the start region are in the second region. As the first special effect, "an effect that encourages the second area to flow down" is executed.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine B2
The first detecting means can detect at least a part of the game ball flowing down the first region.
The second detection means can detect at least a part of a game ball flowing down a second region different from the first region.
The start region is provided at a position where at least a part of the game ball flowing down the second region can pass.
The first special effect is a gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute an effect that encourages the game ball to launch the game ball so as to flow down the second region.

In such a gaming machine, since the starting region is provided in the second region, it is necessary to launch the gaming ball so that the gaming ball flows down the second region in order to start the specific game. In this respect, it is highly possible that the player who has not recognized that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second variation has fired the game ball so as to flow down the first region. Therefore, in this game machine, when the game ball flowing down the first region is detected (when the game ball is detected by the first detection means), "the game ball so as to flow down the second region" (1st special production) ”is to be performed. In this way, for the player who cannot recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second fluctuation (the player who has fired the game ball so as to flow down the first area), the second area It is possible to encourage the game ball to be launched so as to flow down.

<Game machine B4>
<Overview>
The first detection means is in the first region, and the second detection means and the variable ball entry port (large winning opening) are in the second area. As the first special effect, "an effect that encourages the second area to flow down" is executed.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine B1 or the gaming machine B2
The first detecting means can detect at least a part of the game ball flowing down the first region.
The second detection means can detect at least a part of a game ball flowing down a second region different from the first region.
The variable ball entry port is provided at a position where at least a part of the game ball flowing down the second region can enter.
The first special effect is a gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute an effect that encourages the game ball to launch the game ball so as to flow down the second region.

In such a gaming machine, since the variable entrance is provided in the second region, it is necessary to launch the gaming ball so that the gaming ball flows down the second region during the specific game. In this respect, it is highly possible that the player who has not recognized that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second variation has fired the game ball so as to flow down the first region. Therefore, in this game machine, when the game ball flowing down the first region is detected (when the game ball is detected by the first detection means), "the game ball so as to flow down the second region" (1st special production) ”is to be performed. In this way, for the player who cannot recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second fluctuation (the player who has fired the game ball so as to flow down the first area), the second area It is possible to encourage the game ball to be launched so as to flow down.

<Game machine B5>
<Overview>
The first detection means is in the first region, and the second detection means and the variable ball entry port (large winning opening) are in the second area. As the second special effect, "an effect suggesting that a specific game is performed" is executed.
<Claim format>
In any one of the gaming machines B1 to B4
The first detecting means can detect at least a part of the game ball flowing down the first region.
The second detection means can detect at least a part of a game ball flowing down a second region different from the first region.
The variable entrance is provided at a position where at least a part of the game ball flowing down the second region can pass.
As the second special effect, a gaming machine characterized in that an effect suggesting that the specific game is performed can be executed.

In such a gaming machine, since the variable entrance is provided in the second region, it is necessary to launch the gaming ball so that the gaming ball flows down the second region during the specific game. In this respect, it is highly possible that the player who can recognize that the specific symbol has been stopped and displayed in the second variation is firing the game ball so as to flow down the second region. Therefore, in this gaming machine, when a gaming ball flowing down the second region is detected (when the gaming ball is detected by the second detecting means), "a production suggesting that a specific game is performed (second). Special production) ”will be performed. In this way, the specific game is performed for the player who can recognize that the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second variation (the player who shoots the game ball so as to flow down the second area). It can be suggested that.

<Game machines C1 to C5 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following game machines C1 to C5.

<Game machine C1>
<Overview>
Based on the execution of the first variation during the execution of the second variation, the start suggestion effect suggesting that the first variation has been started is executed. This start suggestion effect can be executed even when the first variation is not started.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A first effect executing means capable of executing the first effect as an effect corresponding to the first variation, and
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A second effect executing means capable of executing the second effect as an effect corresponding to the second variation, and
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
Even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, either one of the first effect and the second effect is selected and executed in the predetermined display area. In possible gaming machines
When only the second effect of the first effect and the second effect is performed in the predetermined display area, the first variation is started based on the start of the first variation. It is possible to perform a start suggestion effect that suggests that
The gaming machine characterized in that the start suggestion effect can be executed even when the first variation has not been started.

In such a gaming machine, the start suggestion effect may be performed not only when the first variation is started but also when the first variation is not started. Therefore, even if the first variation has not been started, the player can feel that the first variation has been started, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

<Game machine C2>
<Overview>
The start suggestion effect can be executed as part of the second effect.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine C1
A gaming machine characterized in that the start suggestion effect can be executed as a part of the second effect.

In such a gaming machine, a start suggestion effect is performed during the execution of the second effect. In this way, since the start suggestion effect is performed while the player is paying attention to the second effect, it is possible to give the player unexpectedness and enhance the game interest.

<Game machine C3>
<Overview>
The start suggestion effect is an effect that suggests that the second effect has been switched to the first effect.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine C1 or the gaming machine C2
The game machine is characterized in that the start suggestion effect is an effect suggesting that the effect performed in the predetermined display area has been switched from the second effect to the first effect.

In such a gaming machine, as a start suggestion effect, an effect suggesting that the second effect has been switched to the first effect is executed. When such a start suggestion effect is executed, it is more natural for the player who recognizes that the first effect is an effect corresponding to the first variation even if the first variation is not started. Can make you feel that the first fluctuation has started.

<Game machine C4>
<Overview>
The process of performing the start suggestion effect based on the execution of the first variation is executed when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the first variation.
<Claim format>
In any one of the gaming machines C1 to C3
A specific game execution means capable of executing a specific game in which the variable entrance is opened based on the stop display of the first special symbol with the specific symbol in the first variation is provided.
The process of performing the start suggestion effect based on the execution of the first variation is executed when the first special symbol is stopped and displayed at the specific symbol in the first variation. Machine.

In such a gaming machine, when the start suggestion effect is performed based on the execution of the first variation, the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the first variation. For this reason, even if the start suggestion effect is performed when the first variation is not performed, the player can feel that the specific symbol is stopped and the specific game is performed, and the game is enjoyed. It becomes possible to increase.

<Game machine C5>
<Overview>
A disadvantageous state is more likely to be set when the first fluctuation is performed than when the second fluctuation is performed.
<Claim format>
In any one of the gaming machines C1 to C4
A gaming state setting means capable of setting a disadvantageous state and an advantageous state that is more advantageous to the player than the disadvantaged state is provided as the gaming state.
The gaming state setting means is characterized in that when the first variation is performed, the disadvantageous state is set with a higher probability than when the second variation is performed.

In such a gaming machine, a disadvantageous state is more likely to be set when the first variation is performed than when the second variation is performed. Therefore, it is possible to expect the player that the first variation is not performed, and by extension, the start suggestion effect is not performed. However, in this gaming machine, even if the first variation has not been started, the start suggestion effect may be performed. Therefore, even if the start suggestion effect is performed, it is possible to give the player the expectation that the first variation may not have been started, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

<Game machines D1 to D5 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following game machines D1 to D5.

<Game machine D1>
<Overview>
When the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the valid period starts via the invalid period. When the game ball passes through the start area during the valid period, a specific game is performed. It is possible to execute the effect for the invalid period during the invalid period.
<Claim format>
A variation execution means that can execute symbol variation, which is a variation display of a special symbol,
A specific game execution means capable of executing a specific game in which the variable entrance is in a state where the ball can be entered, and
With
The special symbol is stopped and displayed as a specific symbol due to the symbol variation, and then the valid period is started via the invalid period.
The specific game execution means executes the specific game when the game ball passes through the start area during the valid period.
A gaming machine characterized in that an effect for an invalid period can be executed during the invalid period.

In such a gaming machine, when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the valid period is started through the invalid period. Here, when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, it is possible to start the valid period without going through the invalid period, but such a configuration causes the following problems. That is, in this case, since the valid period starts as soon as the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the specific game is started immediately after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed depending on the timing when the game ball passes through the start area. It ends up. In this case, it becomes impossible to perform a predetermined effect (for example, an effect for explaining the content of the game) between the time when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed and the time when the invalid period is started.

Therefore, in this gaming machine, when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the invalid period is first started, and the invalid period is used to perform the effect for the invalid period. By doing so, since the specific game is not started even if the game ball passes through the start area during the invalid period, it is possible to secure the execution time of the effect for the invalid period, and by extension, the player is made to recognize the content of this effect. It can be made easier.

<Game machine D2>
<Overview>
It is possible to detect a game ball passing through the start area during the valid period, and based on this detection, it is possible to execute an effect suggesting the start of a specific game.
<Claim format>
In the game machine D1
A detection means capable of detecting a game ball passing through the start region during the valid period is provided.
A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute an effect suggesting the start of the specific game based on the detection of the gaming ball by the detecting means.

In such a gaming machine, when the gaming ball passes through the starting region (when detected by the detecting means), the "effect suggesting the start of the specific gaming" is executed. In this respect, when the above-mentioned effect for the invalid period is also executed in this gaming machine, the effect for the invalid period and the "effect suggesting the start of a specific game" do not interfere with each other. That is, the effect for the invalid period is executed using the invalid period, and the "effect suggesting the start of the specific game" is executed after the valid period is started, so that these effects are performed at different timings. It becomes. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize each of these effects.

<Game machine D3>
<Overview>
As the game state, a first state (for example, a normal state) and a second state (for example, a probability change state or a rush state) can be set. The length of the invalid period when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed differs between the first state and the second state.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine D1 or the gaming machine D2
A game state setting means capable of setting a first state and a second state as a game state is provided.
A gaming machine characterized in that the length of the invalid period differs between the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the first state and the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second state.

In such a gaming machine, the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the first state and the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second state use different lengths of invalid periods for the invalid period. The production is executed. Here, the content of the subsequent game may differ between the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the first state and the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second state. In this regard, in this gaming machine, the invalid period is different between the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the first state and the case where the specific symbol is stopped and displayed in the second state. Since the effect is executed, it is possible to execute the effect according to the content of each subsequent game. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the content of the subsequent game.

<Game machine D4>
<Overview>
As the game state, a first state (for example, a probability change state) and a second state (for example, a rush state) can be set. The length of the invalid period before the start of the specific game differs depending on whether the game state after the end of the specific game is the first state or the second state.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine D1 or the gaming machine D2
A game state setting means capable of setting a first state and a second state as a game state is provided.
When the specific game is started by passing the game ball through the start area during the valid period started through the invalid period after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the specific game is started after the end of the specific game. A gaming machine characterized in that the length of the invalid period differs depending on whether the gaming state is the first state or the second state.

In such a gaming machine, in the case where the first state is set and the case where the second state is set, the effect for the invalid period is executed by using the invalid periods having different lengths from each other. Here, the content of the subsequent game may differ depending on whether the first state is set or the second state is set. In this regard, in this gaming machine, the effect for the invalid period is executed by using the invalid periods of different lengths depending on whether the first state is set or the second state is set. It is possible to perform a production that matches the content of the subsequent game. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the content of the subsequent game.

<Game machine D5>
<Overview>
As the specific game, the first specific game (for example, per probability variation) and the second specific game (for example, per rush) can be executed. The length of the invalid period before the start of the specific game differs depending on whether the type of the specific game is the first specific game or the second specific game.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine D1 or the gaming machine D2
The specific game execution means can execute the first specific game and the second specific game.
When the specific game is started by passing the game ball through the start region during the valid period started through the invalid period after the specific symbol is stopped and displayed, the specific game is the first. A gaming machine characterized in that the length of the invalid period differs between the case of one specific game and the case of the second specific game.

In such a gaming machine, the effect for the invalid period is executed by using the invalid periods having different lengths in the case where the first specific game is performed and the case where the second specific game is performed. Here, the content of the subsequent game may differ between the case where the first specific game is performed and the case where the second specific game is performed. In this regard, in this gaming machine, the effect for the invalid period is executed by using the invalid periods of different lengths depending on whether the first specific game is performed or the second specific game is performed. It is possible to perform a production that matches the content of the subsequent game. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the content of the subsequent game.

<Game machines E1 to E5 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following gaming machines E1 to E5.

<Game machine E1>
<Overview>
When the small hit fluctuation is started, it is determined whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, prior to the end of the small hit fluctuation. Based on this judgment result, related effects (for example, an effect corresponding to a small hit fluctuation, an effect suggesting that a small hit game has started, an effect corresponding to a big hit fluctuation, an effect suggesting that a big hit game has started). And so on).
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A related effect executing means capable of executing a related effect related to at least one of the first variation and the second variation, and
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
The first variation executing means can execute a jackpot variation in which the first special symbol is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol as the first variation.
The second variation executing means can execute the small hit variation in which the second special symbol is stopped and displayed by the small hit symbol as the second variation.
When the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, in a gaming machine capable of stopping and displaying the off symbol due to the big hit fluctuation.
When the small hit fluctuation is started, it is provided with a determination means capable of determining whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, prior to the end of the small hit fluctuation.
The related effect executing means is a gaming machine characterized in that the related effect is executed based on the result of the determination by the determination means.

In such a gaming machine, when the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, the missed symbol is stopped and displayed in the big hit fluctuation. In such a case, the small hit fluctuation and the big hit fluctuation occur almost at the same time. It will end. Therefore, if it is determined whether the small hit fluctuation or the big hit fluctuation is completed first when the small hit fluctuation or the big hit fluctuation is completed, this judgment may be erroneous. Then, in such a case, for example, since the small hit fluctuation actually ends first (ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation), the missed symbol is stopped and displayed in the big hit fluctuation, but it is erroneously displayed. The jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed in the jackpot fluctuation because the related effect corresponding to the stop display of the jackpot symbol is performed, or the small hit fluctuation actually ends later (it does not end during the execution of the jackpot fluctuation). In spite of this, there is a risk that a related effect may be performed in response to the accidental stop display of the out-of-order symbol.

In this regard, in this gaming machine, when the small hit fluctuation is started, it is determined whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, so that the judgment is made prior to the end of the small hit fluctuation. It is possible to accurately determine the symbol (big hit symbol or out-of-order symbol) that is stopped and displayed due to the jackpot fluctuation, and by extension, it is possible to perform related effects with appropriate contents.

<Game machine E2>
<Overview>
The end timing of the small hit fluctuation and the end timing of the big hit fluctuation are detected, and based on these timings, it is determined whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine E1
When the big hit fluctuation is started, the end timing of the big hit fluctuation can be detected, and when the small hit fluctuation is started, the end timing detecting means capable of detecting the end timing of the small hit fluctuation is provided. Prepare
The pachinko / pachislot machine is characterized in that the determination means makes the determination based on the end timing of the big hit variation and the end timing of the small hit variation detected by the end timing detecting means.

In such a gaming machine, the end timing of the small hit fluctuation and the end timing of the big hit fluctuation are detected when each is started, and based on these timings, the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation. Make a decision as to whether or not to do so. Therefore, it is possible to more accurately determine whether or not the small hit variation ends during the execution of the large hit variation.

<Game machine E3>
<Overview>
The big hit fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time are transmitted from the main control unit to the sub control unit. Based on these times, the sub-control unit determines whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine E1
A main control unit having the first variation executing means and the second variation executing means,
A sub-control unit having the related effect executing means and the determination means,
With
When the big hit fluctuation is started, the main control unit transmits the big hit fluctuation time, which is the fluctuation time of the big hit fluctuation, to the sub control unit, and when the small hit fluctuation is started, the small hit The small hit fluctuation time, which is the fluctuation time of the fluctuation, is transmitted to the sub-control unit.
A gaming machine characterized in that the determination means of the sub-control unit makes the determination based on the jackpot fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time received from the main control unit.

In such a gaming machine, the big hit fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time are transmitted from the main control unit to the sub control unit. Based on these times, the sub-control unit determines whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation. In this way, it becomes possible to more accurately determine whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation.

<Game machine E4>
<Overview>
Based on the jackpot fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time, the main control unit determines whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the jackpot fluctuation, and directs the result of this determination to the sub control unit. Send.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine E1
A main control unit having the first variation executing means, the second variation executing means, and the determining means,
A sub-control unit having the related effect executing means,
With
The determination means of the main control unit makes the determination based on the jackpot fluctuation time which is the fluctuation time of the jackpot fluctuation and the small hit fluctuation time which is the fluctuation time of the small hit fluctuation, and determines the result of the determination. A gaming machine characterized by transmitting to the sub-control unit.

In such a gaming machine, the main control unit determines whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation based on the jackpot fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time, and the result of this determination is Is sent to the sub-control unit. Even in such a case, it is possible to more accurately determine whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation.

<Game machine E5>
<Overview>
If the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, the related effect is executed based on the second stop signal, and if the small hit fluctuation does not end during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, the related effect is executed based on the first stop signal. Perform related effects.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine E3 or the gaming machine E4
The main control unit transmits a first stop signal to the sub control unit when the first fluctuation ends, and directs a second stop signal to the sub control unit when the second fluctuation ends. And send
When the small hit variation ends during the execution of the big hit variation, the related effect executing means of the sub control unit executes the related effect based on the second stop signal, and the small hit variation causes the small hit variation. A gaming machine characterized in that if it does not end during the execution of the jackpot fluctuation, the related effect is executed based on the first stop signal.

In such a gaming machine, a first stop signal is transmitted from the main control unit to the sub control unit when the first fluctuation ends, and a second stop signal is transmitted when the second fluctuation ends. Then, when the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation (when the missed symbol is stopped and displayed due to the big hit fluctuation), the related effect is executed based on the second stop signal, and the small hit fluctuation becomes the big hit fluctuation. If it does not end during the execution of (when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed due to the jackpot fluctuation), the related effect is executed based on the first stop signal.

In this way, if the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a missed symbol, the related effect is performed based on the second stop signal corresponding to the small hit fluctuation, and if the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol, the jackpot fluctuation is performed. The related effect will be performed based on the first stop signal corresponding to. In other words, only when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbol, the related effect is performed based on the first stop signal corresponding to the jackpot fluctuation. Therefore, it is possible to perform related effects with more appropriate contents.

<Game machines F1 to F5 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following game machines F1 to F5.

<Game machine F1>
<Overview>
When the replacement condition is satisfied, the replacement display that displays the second effect symbol instead of the first effect symbol can be executed. Immediately before the stop display of the first effect symbol (the period immediately before the stop), the replacement display is not performed.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
With
The first effect symbol can be displayed in a variable manner in response to the first variation, and the second effect symbol can be displayed in a variable manner in response to the second variation.
When a predetermined replacement condition is satisfied while the first effect symbol is displayed without displaying the second effect symbol in the predetermined display area, the second effect symbol is replaced with the first effect symbol. In a gaming machine that may perform replacement display to be displayed in a predetermined display area,
At least during the period immediately before the stop from the time until the first effect symbol is stopped and displayed to the stop display of the first effect symbol, the replacement display is performed even if the replacement condition is satisfied. A gaming machine characterized by not doing.

In such a gaming machine, when the replacement condition is satisfied, it is possible to execute the replacement display in which the second effect symbol is displayed instead of the first effect symbol. Here, if the player does not visually recognize the state in which the first effect symbol is stopped and displayed, the player cannot be made aware that the first variation has been completed, which may cause the player to feel distrust. There is sex. In this regard, in this gaming machine, immediately before the first effect symbol is stopped and displayed (the period immediately before the stop), even if the replacement condition is satisfied, the first effect symbol is continuously displayed without performing the replacement display. It is supposed to be. By doing so, even if the replacement condition is satisfied, the player can be made to recognize that the first fluctuation has been completed, and the player can be prevented from having the above-mentioned distrust. It will be possible.

<Game machine F2>
<Overview>
The first effect symbol is variablely displayed at the first speed (high speed), then variablely displayed at the second speed (low speed), and then stopped and displayed. The period immediately before the stop is the period from when the first effect symbol is fluctuated at the second speed to when it is stopped and displayed.

In the game machine F1
The first effect symbol may be variablely displayed at the first speed, then variablely displayed at a second speed slower than the first speed, and then stopped and displayed.
The gaming machine characterized in that the period immediately before the stop is a period in which the first effect symbol is variablely displayed at the second speed.

In such a gaming machine, the first effect symbol is variablely displayed at the first speed (high speed), then variablely displayed at the second speed (low speed), and then stopped and displayed. In this gaming machine, the period from when the first effect symbol is fluctuated at the second speed to when it is stopped is set as the period immediately before the stop, and even if the replacement condition is satisfied, the replacement display is displayed. The first effect symbol is continuously displayed without performing the process.

Here, a general player will soon stop and display the first effect symbol when the fluctuation speed of the first effect symbol is switched from the first speed (high speed) to the second speed (low speed) ( (The first fluctuation will end soon). Nevertheless, if the first effect symbol disappears after the fluctuation speed of the first effect symbol is switched to the second speed (low speed), the first variation actually ends for the player. It may not be possible to recognize whether or not it has been done, and it may cause distrust. In this regard, in this gaming machine, after the fluctuation speed of the first effect symbol is switched to the second speed (low speed), even if the exchange condition is satisfied, the first effect symbol is continued without displaying the exchange. It is supposed to be displayed. By doing so, it is possible to make the player recognize that the first variation has been completed, and it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned distrust.

<Game machine F3>
<Overview>
The replacement display is not performed even during the final display of the first effect symbol (confirmed display period).
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine F1 or the gaming machine F2
A gaming machine characterized in that the replacement display is not performed even if the replacement condition is satisfied, even during the final display period from when the first effect symbol is stopped and displayed until a predetermined time elapses.

In such a gaming machine, the replacement display is not performed not only in the period immediately before the stop but also in the final display period from the stop display of the first effect symbol to the elapse of a predetermined time. By doing so, it is possible to make the player more surely confirm the mode of the first effect symbol that has been stopped and displayed.

<Game machine F4>
<Overview>
When the replacement condition is satisfied, the replacement display that displays the second effect symbol instead of the first effect symbol can be executed. Immediately after the first effect symbol starts to change (the period immediately after the start), the replacement display is not performed.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
With
The first effect symbol can be displayed in a variable manner in response to the first variation, and the second effect symbol can be displayed in a variable manner in response to the second variation.
When a predetermined replacement condition is satisfied while the first effect symbol is displayed without displaying the second effect symbol in the predetermined display area, the second effect symbol is replaced with the first effect symbol. In a gaming machine that may perform replacement display to be displayed in a predetermined display area,
A gaming machine characterized in that, at least during the period immediately after the start from the start of the variable display of the first effect symbol to the elapse of a predetermined time, the replacement display is not performed even if the replacement condition is satisfied.

In such a gaming machine, when the replacement condition is satisfied, it is possible to execute the replacement display in which the second effect symbol is displayed instead of the first effect symbol. Here, if the player does not visually recognize how the first effect symbol starts to change, the player cannot recognize that the first change has started, which may cause the player to feel distrust. There is sex. In this regard, in this gaming machine, immediately after the first effect symbol starts to fluctuate (the period immediately after the start), even if the replacement condition is satisfied, the first effect symbol is continuously displayed without displaying the replacement. It is supposed to be. By doing so, even when the replacement condition is satisfied, the player can be made to recognize that the first fluctuation has been started, and the player can be prevented from having the above-mentioned distrust. It will be possible.

<Game machine F5>
<Overview>
When the first effect symbol starts to fluctuate, it is fluctuated and displayed at the second speed (low speed), and then it is fluctuated and displayed at the first speed (high speed). The period immediately after the start is a period in which the first effect symbol is fluctuated and displayed at the second speed.

In the gaming machine F4
The first effect symbol may be variablely displayed at the second speed when the variable display is started, and then may be variablely displayed at the first speed faster than the second speed.
The game machine characterized in that the period immediately after the start is a period in which the first effect symbol is variablely displayed at the second speed.

In such a gaming machine, when the first effect symbol starts to fluctuate, it is fluctuated and displayed at the second speed (low speed), and then it is fluctuated and displayed at the second speed (low speed). Then, in this gaming machine, the period immediately before the stop is set as the period in which the first effect symbol is variablely displayed at the second speed (low speed) after the start of the fluctuation, and this period is the replacement display even if the replacement condition is satisfied. The first effect symbol is continuously displayed without performing.

Here, a general player recognizes that the period in which the fluctuation is displayed at the second speed (low speed) after the fluctuation of the first effect symbol starts is the period shortly after the first fluctuation starts. .. Nevertheless, if the first effect symbol disappears while the fluctuation speed of the first effect symbol is the second speed (low speed), the first variation is actually started for the player. It is not possible to recognize whether or not it is, and it may cause distrust. In this regard, in this gaming machine, as long as the fluctuation speed of the first effect symbol is the second speed (low speed), even if the replacement condition is satisfied, the replacement display is not performed and the first effect symbol is continued. It is supposed to be displayed. By doing so, it is possible to make the player recognize that the first fluctuation has been started, and it is possible to prevent the player from having the above-mentioned distrust.

<Game machines G1 to G6 that can be extracted from the above-mentioned examples>
The pachinko machines of the above-described embodiment can also be regarded as the following gaming machines G1 to G6.

<Game machine G1>
<Overview>
In a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, it is possible to execute a process of performing only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A first effect executing means capable of executing the first effect as an effect corresponding to the first variation, and
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A second effect executing means capable of executing the second effect as an effect corresponding to the second variation, and
With the holding means capable of holding the start of the first fluctuation and holding the start of the second fluctuation,
A look-ahead effect executing means capable of executing a first look-ahead effect that suggests the result of the first variation whose start is suspended and a second look-ahead effect that suggests the result of the second variation whose start is suspended. ,
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
Even when the first variation and the second variation are executed in parallel, either one of the first effect and the second effect is selected and executed in the predetermined display area. In possible gaming machines
As a gaming state, it is possible to set a first state in which the first effect is more likely to be executed than the second effect in the predetermined display area.
In a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, a game characterized in that it is possible to execute a process of performing only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect. Machine.

In such a gaming machine, in a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. Here, since the first effect is easily executed in the first state, the following problems may occur if the second look-ahead effect is performed. That is, even if the second look-ahead effect (the second look-ahead effect suggesting the result of the second variation) is performed in a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, the first state set after that is used. Since the first effect is easy to be executed (because the second effect is difficult to be executed), the player feels uncomfortable. In particular, in the second state, when the second effect is not executed unless a predetermined condition is satisfied, the second look-ahead effect (the second look-ahead effect suggesting the result of the second variation) is performed. Despite this, the second production is not performed, which makes the player feel uncomfortable.

In this regard, in the present gaming machine, in the situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. In this way, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling the above-mentioned discomfort.

<Game machine G2>
<Overview>
The look-ahead effect can be executed during "the period from when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed until the end of the specific game". When the first state is set after the end of the specific game, it is possible to execute the process of performing only the first look-ahead effect during the "period from the stop display of the specific symbol to the end of the specific game".
<Claim format>
In the game machine G1
A specific game execution means capable of executing a specific game in which the variable entrance is in a ball-entry state based on the stop display of the specific symbol as a result of the first variation or the second variation is provided.
The gaming state after the end of the specific game may be set to the first state.
When the gaming state after the end of the specific game is set to the first state, the first look-ahead effect and the first look-ahead effect and the first look-ahead effect are performed during the period from the stop display of the specific symbol to the end of the specific game. 2. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute a process of performing only the first look-ahead effect among the look-ahead effects.

In such a gaming machine, when the first state is set after the end of the specific game, the first look-ahead effect is executed during the "period from the stop display of the specific symbol to the end of the specific game". Therefore, during this period, the player can be made to pay attention to both the specific game and the first look-ahead effect, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game.

<Game machine G3>
<Overview>
In a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, it is possible to execute a process of performing only the second look-ahead effect.
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine G1 or the gaming machine G2
As a gaming state, it is possible to set a second state in which the second effect is more likely to be executed than the first effect in the predetermined display area.
In a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, a game characterized in that it is possible to execute a process of performing only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect. Machine.

In such a gaming machine, in a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. Here, since the second effect is likely to be executed in the second state, the following problems may occur if the first look-ahead effect is performed. That is, even if the first look-ahead effect (the first look-ahead effect suggesting the result of the first variation) is performed in a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, in the second state set after that, the first look-ahead effect is performed. Since the second effect is easy to be executed (because the first effect is difficult to be executed), the player feels uncomfortable. In particular, in the first state, when the first effect is not executed unless a predetermined condition is satisfied, the first look-ahead effect (the first look-ahead effect suggesting the result of the first variation) is performed. Despite this, the first production is not performed, which makes the player feel uncomfortable.

In this regard, in the present gaming machine, in the situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. In this way, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling the above-mentioned discomfort.

<Game machine G4>
<Overview>
The look-ahead effect can be executed during "the period from when the specific symbol is stopped and displayed until the end of the specific game". When the second state is set after the end of the specific game, it is possible to execute the process of performing only the second look-ahead effect during the "period from the stop display of the specific symbol to the end of the specific game".
<Claim format>
In the gaming machine G3
A specific game execution means capable of executing a specific game in which the variable entrance is in a ball-entry state based on the stop display of the specific symbol as a result of the first variation or the second variation is provided.
The gaming state after the end of the specific game may be set to the second state.
When the gaming state after the end of the specific game is set to the second state, the first look-ahead effect and the first look-ahead effect and the first look-ahead effect are performed during the period from the stop display of the specific symbol to the end of the specific game. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute a process of performing only the second look-ahead effect of the two look-ahead effects.

In such a gaming machine, when the second state is set after the end of the specific game, the second look-ahead effect is executed during the "period from the stop display of the specific symbol to the end of the specific game". Therefore, during this period, the player can be made to pay attention to both the specific game and the second look-ahead effect, and the game interest can be enhanced.

<Game machine G5>
<Overview>
In a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, it is possible to execute a process of performing only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect. The first state is a state in which the execution time of the second variation tends to be longer than the execution time of the first variation.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A first effect executing means capable of executing the first effect as an effect corresponding to the first variation, and
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A second effect executing means capable of executing the second effect as an effect corresponding to the second variation, and
With the holding means capable of holding the start of the first fluctuation and holding the start of the second fluctuation,
A look-ahead effect executing means capable of executing a first look-ahead effect that suggests the result of the first variation whose start is suspended and a second look-ahead effect that suggests the result of the second variation whose start is suspended. ,
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
In a gaming machine in which it is possible to set a first state in which the execution time of the second variation tends to be longer than the execution time of the first variation as the gaming state.
In a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, a game characterized in that it is possible to execute a process of performing only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect. Machine.

In such a gaming machine, in a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. Here, in the first state of the gaming machine, the execution time of the second variation tends to be long. Therefore, even if the start of the second fluctuation is suspended, the first state is set after that, and the second fluctuation continues for a long time (or the second fluctuation continues for a long time). May not start).

Therefore, if the second look-ahead effect is performed in a situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, the second fluctuation that continues for a long time (or the second fluctuation that does not start for a long time) ) May be suggested. In other words, despite the second look-ahead effect suggesting the result of the second variation, the second variation suggesting the result continues for a long time (or the second suggesting the result). Fluctuations may not start over a long period of time). And, in this case, the player feels distrust.

In this regard, in the present gaming machine, in the situation where it is confirmed that the first state is set, only the first look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the result of the second fluctuation that continues for a long time (or the second fluctuation that does not start for a long time) from being suggested, and by extension, the player feels the above-mentioned distrust. Can be prevented.

<Game machine G6>
<Overview>
In a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, it is possible to execute a process of performing only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect. In the second state, when the small hit fluctuation (second fluctuation) ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation (first fluctuation), the big hit fluctuation (first fluctuation) is stopped and displayed with a symbol.
<Claim format>
A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A first effect executing means capable of executing the first effect as an effect corresponding to the first variation, and
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A second effect executing means capable of executing the second effect as an effect corresponding to the second variation, and
With the holding means capable of holding the start of the first fluctuation and holding the start of the second fluctuation,
A look-ahead effect executing means capable of executing a first look-ahead effect that suggests the result of the first variation whose start is suspended and a second look-ahead effect that suggests the result of the second variation whose start is suspended. ,
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
The first variation executing means can execute a jackpot variation in which the first special symbol is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol as the first variation.
The second variation executing means can execute the small hit variation in which the second special symbol is stopped and displayed by the small hit symbol as the second variation.
In a gaming machine capable of executing a jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol being stopped and displayed due to the jackpot fluctuation.
When the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, it is possible to set a second state in which the missed symbol is stopped and displayed due to the big hit fluctuation.
In a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, a game characterized in that it is possible to execute a process of performing only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect. Machine.

In such a gaming machine, in a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. Here, in the second state of the gaming machine, if the small hit fluctuation (second fluctuation) ends during the execution of the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation), the missed symbol is stopped at the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation). Display it. Therefore, even if the start of the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation) is suspended, the second state is set after that, and the jackpot symbol is not stopped and displayed in the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation) (big hit). The game may not be played).

Therefore, if the first look-ahead effect is performed in a situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation) will occur even though the jackpot game is not actually performed. It may be suggested that it will be done. In other words, even though the first look-ahead effect suggesting that the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation) is performed, the jackpot symbol is not stopped and displayed in the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation), and the jackpot game is performed. It may not be broken. And, in this case, the player feels distrust.

In this regard, in the present gaming machine, in the situation where it is confirmed that the second state is set, only the second look-ahead effect of the first look-ahead effect and the second look-ahead effect is performed. By doing so, it is possible to prevent it from being suggested that the jackpot fluctuation (first fluctuation) is performed even though the jackpot game is not actually performed. Therefore, the above-mentioned distrust is played in the game. It is possible to prevent a person from holding it.

The present invention can be used for a gaming machine used in a gaming hall.

1 ... Pachinko machine (game machine), 24 ... Left first start port, 24s ... Left first start port sensor (detection means, first detection means), 25 ... Right first start port, 30 ... Second start port ( Start area), 30s ... 2nd start port sensor (detection means, 2nd detection means), 28 ... Large winning opening (variable ball entry opening), 35 ... Small winning opening, 200 ... Main control board, 201 ... CPU (No. 1) 1 variation execution means, second variation execution means, specific game execution means, game state setting means, variation execution means, determination means, end timing detection means), 220 ... sub-control board, 221 ... CPU (first effect execution means, Second effect execution means, determination means, related effect execution means, end timing detection means).

Claims (5)

A first variation executing means capable of executing the first variation, which is a variation display of the first special symbol,
A second variation execution means capable of executing the second variation, which is a variation display of the second special symbol, and
A related effect executing means capable of executing a related effect related to at least one of the first variation and the second variation, and
With
The first fluctuation and the second fluctuation can be executed in parallel.
The first variation executing means can execute a jackpot variation in which the first special symbol is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol as the first variation.
The second variation executing means can execute the small hit variation in which the second special symbol is stopped and displayed by the small hit symbol as the second variation.
When the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, in a gaming machine capable of stopping and displaying the off symbol due to the big hit fluctuation.
When the small hit fluctuation is started, it is provided with a determination means capable of determining whether or not the small hit fluctuation ends during the execution of the big hit fluctuation, prior to the end of the small hit fluctuation.
The related effect executing means is a gaming machine characterized in that the related effect is executed based on the result of the determination by the determination means. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
When the big hit fluctuation is started, the end timing of the big hit fluctuation can be detected, and when the small hit fluctuation is started, the end timing detecting means capable of detecting the end timing of the small hit fluctuation is provided. Prepare
The pachinko / pachislot machine is characterized in that the determination means makes the determination based on the end timing of the big hit variation and the end timing of the small hit variation detected by the end timing detecting means. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
A main control unit having the first variation executing means and the second variation executing means,
A sub-control unit having the related effect executing means and the determination means,
With
When the big hit fluctuation is started, the main control unit transmits the big hit fluctuation time, which is the fluctuation time of the big hit fluctuation, to the sub control unit, and when the small hit fluctuation is started, the small hit The small hit fluctuation time, which is the fluctuation time of the fluctuation, is transmitted to the sub-control unit.
A gaming machine characterized in that the determination means of the sub-control unit makes the determination based on the jackpot fluctuation time and the small hit fluctuation time received from the main control unit. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
A main control unit having the first variation executing means, the second variation executing means, and the determining means,
A sub-control unit having the related effect executing means,
With
The determination means of the main control unit makes the determination based on the jackpot fluctuation time which is the fluctuation time of the jackpot fluctuation and the small hit fluctuation time which is the fluctuation time of the small hit fluctuation, and determines the result of the determination. A gaming machine characterized by transmitting to the sub-control unit. In the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4.
The main control unit transmits a first stop signal to the sub control unit when the first fluctuation ends, and directs a second stop signal to the sub control unit when the second fluctuation ends. And send
When the small hit variation ends during the execution of the big hit variation, the related effect executing means of the sub control unit executes the related effect based on the second stop signal, and the small hit variation causes the small hit variation. A gaming machine characterized in that if it does not end during the execution of the jackpot fluctuation, the related effect is executed based on the first stop signal.

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