JP2021120112A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine contributing to improvement of interest of a game through a performance.SOLUTION: A Pachinko game machine PY1 can execute a jackpot game Z advantageous to a player, further can execute a decoration pattern performance for stop displaying decorative patterns EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 after variable display, and can execute a first character performance for allowing a predetermined character to appear, and furthermore can execute a second character performance for allowing the predetermined character to appear in company with execution of a special game. The special game is sometimes executed after execution of the decoration pattern performance, and the first character performance is sometimes executed during execution of the decoration pattern performance. When the special game is executed after execution of the decoration pattern performance in which the first character performance is executed, a character appearing in the first character performance is included in characters appearing in the second character performance in company with the special game.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 26

Description

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

Conventionally, there has been known a gaming machine in which a character can appear on a display unit during a display effect using an effect symbol (for example, Patent Document 1).

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2020-032300

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the character does not appear during the execution of the jackpot effect accompanying the execution of the jackpot game, and there is room for improvement from the viewpoint of improving the interest of the effect.

The gaming machines disclosed in this specification are
A special game execution means that can execute a special game that is advantageous to the player,
Equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined effect,
The effect executing means is
It is possible to execute a decorative pattern effect that stops and displays the decorative pattern after variable display.
It is possible to execute the first character effect in which a predetermined character appears,
Along with the execution of the special game, it is possible to execute a second character effect in which a predetermined character appears.
The special game may be performed after the execution of the decorative pattern effect.
The first character effect may be performed during the execution of the decorative pattern effect.
When the special game is performed after the execution of the decorative symbol effect on which the first character effect is performed, the characters appearing in the second character effect accompanying the special game appear in the first character effect. It is characterized in that a character is included.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that contributes to improving the interest of a game through production.

It is a front view of a gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing the type of the gaming state, and (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the type of the jackpot game. (A) is a time chart showing the flow of the big hit game, (B) is a time chart showing the flow of the small hit game, and (C) is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. It is explanatory drawing which shows the kind of an effect mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the normal variation of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of N reach of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of SP reach of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the SPSP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the hold production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the movable body production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the operation effect. It is a block diagram of the part related to the control of a gaming machine. This is a specific example of the fluctuation pattern determination table. This is a specific example of the look-ahead determination table. This is a specific example of the symbol determination table. It is a front view of the game board of 1st Embodiment. It is a front view which shows in detail the 2nd prize-winning apparatus, etc. of 1st Embodiment. It is a jackpot game control table of the first embodiment. It is a fluctuation pattern determination table of 1st Embodiment. (A) is a reach determination table in the time saving state of the first embodiment, and (B) is a table showing the distribution rate of the fluctuation pattern of the second special figure in the time saving state and the jackpot winning. It is explanatory drawing of the character appearance production of 1st Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the character appearance production of 1st Embodiment. (A) is a table showing the distribution rate of the character appearance effect in the time saving state and the jackpot winning, and (B) is a table showing the distribution rate of the character appearance effect in the time saving state and the loss. It is explanatory drawing of the special figure variation effect in the time saving state of 1st Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the 2nd round production of 1st Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the 2nd round production of 1st Embodiment.

Hereinafter, examples of embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In each of the referenced figures, the same parts are designated by the same reference numerals, and duplicate explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In this specification, for the sake of simplification of description, by describing a symbol or a code that refers to an information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc., the name of the information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc. for the symbol or the code is omitted or It may be abbreviated. Further, when there is an arbitrary flowchart described later, in the flowchart, the plurality of processes in the arbitrary plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed in the execution order or executed in parallel as long as the processing contents do not conflict with each other.

<Basic embodiment>
Later, the first embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described, but first, the basic embodiment which is the basis of the first embodiment will be described. In the basic embodiment, the gaming machine of the present invention is applied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. In the following description, the horizontal and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 are the horizontal and vertical directions (in front view) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, "front" is the direction in which the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and "rear" is the direction in which the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the pachinko gaming machine PY1. And.

1. 1. Structure of the gaming machine First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes an outer frame 22 attached to the island structure of the pachinko hall, and a front door 23 attached to the outer frame 22 so as to be openable and closable. The front door 23 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which the game board 1 is mounted, and a front frame 23 m that can be opened and closed with respect to the game board mounting frame 2A. Further, the front frame 23m includes a transparent plate 23t having transparency, and the game board 1 can be visually recognized from the front (player side) through the transparent plate 23t.

Further, the front door 23 includes an upper plate 34 for storing the game ball and a handle 72k for launching the game ball onto the game board 1. The upper plate 34 is installed below the front door 23 and stores the game balls supplied to the handle 72k. The handle 72k is installed at the lower right of the front door 23, and when the player operates the handle 72k, the game ball stored in the upper plate 34 is launched onto the game board 1.

Further, the front door 23 includes a speaker 52 capable of outputting a predetermined sound, a frame lamp 53 capable of emitting light in a predetermined emission color, and a frame movable body 58k capable of operating in a predetermined operation mode. The speaker 52 is installed in the upper left portion and the upper right portion of the front door 23, and outputs, for example, BGM (Back Ground Music), sound effects, and the like. The frame lamp 53 is a left portion and a right portion of the front door 23 and is installed around the transparent plate 23t, and is composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). The frame movable body 58k is installed above the front door 23. Further, the frame movable body 58k includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, for example, as shown in FIG. The movement of the frame movable body 58k may be other than the vertical movement.

Further, the front door 23 includes a normal button 40 that can be operated by the player and a special button 41 that can be operated by the player. The normal button 40 and the special button 41 are composed of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a grip portion, and the like. The normal button 40 includes a lamp (not shown) capable of emitting light in a predetermined emission color and a vibration motor (not shown) capable of vibrating in a predetermined vibration mode, and is configured to be capable of emitting light by the lamp. It is configured to be vibrable by a vibration motor. On the other hand, the special button 41 includes a lamp (not shown) capable of emitting light in a predetermined emission color and a vibration motor (not shown) capable of vibrating in a predetermined vibration mode, and is configured to be capable of emitting light by the lamp. At the same time, it is configured to be vibrable by a vibration motor. The normal button 40 or the special button 41 may be configured to be operable in a predetermined operation mode (for example, rotation, protrusion, etc.), or may be configured to be composed of a cross key, a touch panel, or the like. ..

2. Structure of Game Board Next, the structure of the game board 1 attached to the game board mounting frame 2A will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 1.

The game board 1 includes a game area 6 in which a game ball launched by operating the handle 72k can flow down (fall). In the game area 6, a game nail (not shown) that changes the flow direction of the game ball is installed, and a winning device that allows the game ball to win (win or pass) is installed. The winning device includes a general winning opening 10, a first starting opening 11, a second starting opening 12, a gate 13, a first major winning opening 14, and a second major winning opening 15. Each of the winning devices is provided with a detection sensor that detects the entry or passage of the game ball.

The first starting port 11 is installed in the lower part of the game area 6 so that the game ball can enter the ball. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (for example, three) of gaming balls are paid out to the upper plate 34 as prize balls. Further, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the first starting port 11, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires the right to receive the jackpot determination described later. The first starting port 11 is configured so that the ease of entering the game ball is always unchanged.

The second starting port 12 is installed below the first starting port 11 at the lower part of the game area 6 so that the game ball can enter the ball. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (for example, one) of gaming balls is paid out to the upper plate 34 as prize balls. Further, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the second starting port 12, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination in the same manner as when the gaming ball enters the first starting port 11. Unlike the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12 includes an opening / closing member 12k that can be opened / closed and an opening / closing solenoid (not shown). By opening and closing the opening / closing member 12k using the opening / closing solenoid, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a closed state (closed state) in which the game ball does not enter or is difficult to enter into the second starting port 12, and a closed state. The second starting port 12 is set to either an open state (open state) in which the game ball can easily enter the ball.

The gate 13 is installed on the right side of the game area 6 so that the game ball can pass through. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 passes through the gate 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit determination, which will be described later. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 does not pay out the prize ball to the upper plate 34 even if the gaming ball passes through the gate 13.

The first large winning opening 14 is installed in the lower right portion of the game area 6 so that the game ball can enter the ball. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the first large winning opening 14, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of gaming balls are paid out to the upper plate 34 as prize balls. The first prize opening 14 includes a first opening / closing door 14k that can be opened / closed and an opening / closing solenoid (not shown). The pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens and closes the first opening / closing door 14k using an opening / closing solenoid, so that the game ball cannot enter the first grand prize opening 14 (closed state) and the game ball enters. Set to either the open state (open state) where the ball is possible or the open state.

The second big winning opening 15 is installed at the lower right of the game area 6 and below the first big winning opening 14 so that the game ball can enter. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the second large winning opening 15, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of gaming balls are paid out to the upper plate 34 as prize balls. The second prize opening 15 includes a second opening / closing door 15k that can be opened / closed and an opening / closing solenoid (not shown). The pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens and closes the second opening / closing door 15k using an opening / closing solenoid, so that the game ball cannot enter the second major winning opening 15 (closed state) and the game ball enters. Set to either the open state (open state) where the ball is possible or the open state.

The general winning opening 10 is installed in the lower left and lower right of the game area 6 so that the game ball can enter. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the general winning opening 10, a predetermined number (for example, 5) of gaming balls are paid out to the upper plate 34 as prize balls.

In addition, an out opening 19 is installed at the bottom of the game area 6, and any of the general winning opening 10, the first starting opening 11, the second starting opening 12, the first major winning opening 14, and the second major winning opening 15. The game ball that did not win the prize is discharged from the pachinko game machine PY1 through the out port 19.

Further, the game board 1 includes an image display device 50 capable of displaying a predetermined effect display, a board lamp 54 capable of emitting light in a predetermined light emitting color, and a board movable body 55k capable of operating in a predetermined operation mode. do. The image display device 50 is installed in the central portion of the game board 1, and includes, for example, a display unit 50a composed of a liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, and the like. The board lamp 54 is installed above the display unit 50a, and is composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. The on-board movable body 55k is installed in front of and above the display unit 50a. The on-board movable body 55k includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, for example, as shown in FIG. The movement of the movable body 55k on the board may be other than the vertical movement.

Further, the game board 1 is provided with indicators 8 for notifying the state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. The indicators 8 are installed in the lower left portion of the game board 1, and are composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a combination of lighting, blinking, and extinguishing of a plurality of LEDs to enable the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 (variable display and stop display of special figures, variable display and stop display of normal figures, special drawing, which will be described later). The player is notified of the number of holdings in FIG. 1, the number of holdings in special figure 2, the number of holdings in normal drawing, etc.).

3. 3. Basic game Next, the basic game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can execute a special figure game and a normal figure game by using a game ball launched by operating the handle 72k.

3-1. Special figure game pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot judgment when a prize is awarded to the first start port 11 of the game ball or the second start port 12 of the game ball, and the acquired right. The jackpot judgment is made based on. Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs variable display of the special figure according to the result of the jackpot determination. The mode of variable display of the special figure (also referred to as “variable display time”) differs depending on the type of fluctuation pattern described later.

The right to receive the jackpot determination is, for example, a random number value, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs the jackpot determination based on the acquired random number value. The jackpot judgment determines whether or not to perform a jackpot game. When a jackpot game is performed, a jackpot is won, and when a small hit game is performed, a small hit is won, and either a jackpot game or a small hit game is performed. If it is not done, it will be lost.

When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines the jackpot by winning a prize in the first starting port 11 of the gaming ball, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs variable display of the first special figure. The variable display of the first special figure is, for example, a display in which the two LEDs at the upper left of the indicators 8 blink. When the variable display time according to the type of the fluctuation pattern elapses, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs the stop display of the first special figure in a manner showing the result of the jackpot determination. As the mode of the stop display of the first special figure, there are a mode of showing a big hit winning (for example, two LEDs in the upper left part are lit) and a mode of showing a small hit winning (for example, only one LED in the upper left part is lit). , There is an aspect showing a loss (for example, only the other LED in the upper left part is lit).

On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a variable display of the second special figure when a jackpot determination is made by winning a prize in the second starting port 12 of the gaming ball. The variable display of the second special figure is, for example, a display in which the two LEDs at the lower left of the indicators 8 blink. When the variable display time according to the type of the fluctuation pattern elapses, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs the stop display of the second special figure in a manner showing the result of the jackpot determination. As the mode of the stop display of the second special figure, there are a mode showing a big hit winning (for example, two LEDs on the lower left are lit) and a mode showing a small hit winning (for example, only one LED on the lower left is lit). , There is an aspect showing a loss (for example, only the other LED at the lower left is lit).

In addition, when the pachinko game machine PY1 wins a prize in the first starting port 11 during the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 makes a look-ahead judgment, which will be described later, and reserves the right to receive the acquired jackpot judgment. Remember as. On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 wins a prize in the second starting port 12 during the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 makes a look-ahead judgment and stores the right to receive the acquired jackpot judgment as the special figure 2 hold. do. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can store up to a predetermined number of special figure 1 hold and special figure 2 hold (for example, special figure 1 hold is 4 and special figure 2 hold is 4). After the stop display of the special figure, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 makes a jackpot determination for the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold. When the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold are stored at the same time, the jackpot determination for the special figure 2 hold may be prioritized, or the jackpot determination for the special figure 1 hold may be performed. It may be performed with priority, or the jackpot determination may be performed in the order in which it is memorized.

The look-ahead determination determines in advance whether or not a jackpot game will be performed (whether or not a jackpot will be won in the jackpot determination) before the jackpot determination is performed. The look-ahead is won, and if the jackpot game is not performed, the look-ahead is not won. When a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns can be determined, the fluctuation pattern pre-determination for determining the determined fluctuation pattern in advance may be performed in the look-ahead determination.

When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 stores the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold, the pachinko game machine PY1 notifies the player of the number. The special figure 1 hold number is notified by, for example, lighting or blinking of two LEDs in the upper middle of the display device 8, and when the special figure 1 hold number is "1", only one LED is turned on and the special figure 1 is held. When 1 hold number is "2", only two LEDs are lit, when special figure 1 hold number is "3", only one LED blinks, and when special figure 1 hold number is "4", only one LED blinks. Only two LEDs flash. On the other hand, the special figure 2 hold number is notified by, for example, lighting or blinking of two LEDs in the middle and lower parts of the display device 8, and when the special figure 2 hold number is "1", only one LED is turned on. When the special figure 2 hold number is "2", only two LEDs are lit, when the special figure 2 hold number is "3", only one LED blinks, and the special figure 2 hold number is "4". Occasionally, only two LEDs will flash.

In addition, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a jackpot game after stopping and displaying the first special figure or the second special figure in an manner indicating that the jackpot has been won. The jackpot game is a game in which a round game in which the first big winning opening 14 or the second big winning opening 15 is opened is performed a plurality of times (for example, 10 times), although the details will be described later. The jackpot game is an advantageous game for the player because the opening of the first prize opening 14 or the second prize opening 15 gives an opportunity to win a prize ball (a prize ball opportunity). The jackpot game ends when all of the multiple round games are performed.

On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a small hit game after stopping and displaying the first special figure or the second special figure in an embodiment indicating a small hit winning. The small hit game is a game in which the first big winning opening 14 or the second big winning opening 15 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds), although the details will be described later. The small hit game is an advantageous game for the player because the opening of the first large winning opening 14 or the second large winning opening 15 gives an opportunity for winning a game ball (a chance for a prize ball).

3-2. When the game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko / pachinko machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit determination, and determines the hit based on the acquired right. Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs variable display of the normal drawing according to the result of the hit determination.

The hit determination is to determine whether or not to perform the auxiliary game, and if the auxiliary game is performed, the winning is won, and if the auxiliary game is not performed, the hit is lost.

When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 makes a hit determination by winning a prize at the gate 13 of the gaming ball, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a variable display of the normal drawing. The variable display of the normal figure is a display in which a plurality of LEDs in the upper right portion of the display device 8 blink. When a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the variable display of the pachinko game machine PY1, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a stop display of the normal map in a manner showing the result of the hit determination. As a mode of the stop display of the normal figure, there are a mode of showing a winning (for example, all LEDs are lit) and a mode of showing a loss (for example, only one LED is lit).

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 stores, when the game ball wins the gate 13 during the variable display of the normal map, the right to receive the acquired hit determination as the normal map hold. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can store up to a predetermined number (for example, 2) of holdings of normal drawings. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines the hit against the holding of the normal drawing after the stop display of the normal drawing is displayed.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 notifies the player of the number when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 stores the holding of the normal drawing. The number of reserved figures is notified by lighting of a plurality of LEDs at the lower right of the display device 8, for example, when the number of reserved figures is "1", only one LED is lit and the number of reserved figures is "1". At the time of "2", only two LEDs are lit.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs an auxiliary game after stopping and displaying the normal drawing in a mode indicating winning. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second starting port 12 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 3.5 seconds), although the details will be described later. In the auxiliary game, the opening of the second starting port 12 gives an opportunity to win a prize ball to the second starting port 12 (an opportunity to win a prize ball, an opportunity to acquire the right to receive a jackpot judgment). It is a game that is advantageous for those who play.

4. Game state Next, the game state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIG. 3 (A). FIG. 3A is a diagram showing a gaming state that the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can take. As shown in FIG. 3A, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a "low probability low base game state" (also referred to as a "normal game state") and a "low probability high state" except for the jackpot game state in which the jackpot game is performed. "Base game state" (also called "short-time game state"), "high probability low base game state" (also called "latent game state"), and "high probability high base game state" (also called "probability variable game state") It is possible to take any one or more of the four types of gaming states.

The “low probability low base gaming state” is the gaming state in the initial state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can reset the gaming state to the initial state by operating an initialization switch (also referred to as a “RAM clear switch”) (not shown) provided on the back surface of the front door 23.

The "low-probability high-base game state" is a game state that may be taken after the jackpot game state, and continues until a predetermined time-saving end condition is satisfied. The predetermined time saving end condition includes that the jackpot game is performed and that the number of variable display of the special figure reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 200 times).

In addition, the "low-probability high-base game state" may be taken even when a specific loss occurs in the jackpot determination in the "low-probability low-base game state". For a specific loss, the loss at the specific number of times when all the jackpot judgments of a predetermined specific number of times (for example, 900 times) are lost, and the specific ratio of the loss in the jackpot judgment (for example, 1/200). ) Loss and is included. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 is set to the "low probability high base game state" after the end of the variable display of the special figure that has become a specific loss (after the stop display of the special figure). The "low-probability high-base game state" in this case also continues until the predetermined time-saving end condition is satisfied, as in the case of the "low-probability high-base game state" after the jackpot game state.

The "high-probability low-base gaming state" is a gaming state that may be taken after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined latent end condition is satisfied. The predetermined latent probability end condition includes that the jackpot game is performed and that the number of variable displays of the special figure reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 200 times). In addition, even if the game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the first big winning opening 14 or the second big winning opening 15 during the big hit game, it becomes a "high probability low base game state". good.

The "high-probability high-base game state" is a game state that may be taken after the jackpot game state, and continues until a predetermined probability change end condition is satisfied. The predetermined probability variation end condition includes that the jackpot game is performed and that the number of times of variable display of the special figure reaches a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times). In addition, even if the game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the first big winning opening 14 or the second big winning opening 15 during the big hit game, it becomes a "high probability high base game state". good.

The "low probability low base game state" and the "low probability high base game state" belong to the normal probability state in which the probability of winning the big hit in the big hit judgment is the normal probability (for example, 1/300), and the "high probability low base game state" The "state" and the "high-probability high-base game state" belong to a high-probability state (for example, 1/30) in which the probability of winning a big hit in the big hit determination is higher than the normal probability. Therefore, the "high probability low base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" are more advantageous to the player than the "low probability low base game state" and the "low probability high base game state" in terms of the jackpot winning probability. It can be said that it is in a gaming state.

Further, in the "low-probability low-base game state" and the "high-probability low-base game state", the game ball does not win or is difficult to win in the second starting port 12 (for example, the winning judgment does not result in winning or winning. It belongs to the non-time saving state (a state in which it is difficult or a state in which the opening time of the second starting port 12 is relatively short), and the "low probability high base gaming state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are in the second starting port 12. It belongs to a time-saving state in which a game ball is likely to win a prize (for example, a state in which a winning determination is likely to be won or a state in which the opening time of the second starting port 12 is relatively long). Therefore, regarding the second starting port 12 (with respect to the ease of winning a game ball into the second starting port 12), the "low probability high base game state" and the "high probability high base game state" are "low probability low base". It can be said that the game state is more advantageous to the player than the "game state" and the "high probability low base game state".

Since the non-time saving state is a state in which the game ball does not win or is difficult to win in the second starting port 12, the “low probability low base game state” and the “high probability low base game state” are the second starting port. It can be said that the game ball is easier to win in the first start port 11 than in 12, while the time saving state is a state in which the game ball is easier to win in the second start port 12, so that "low probability high base game" It can be said that the "state" and the "high-probability high-base game state" are game states in which the game ball is more likely to win a prize in the second start port 12 than in the first start port 11.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can change the jackpot winning probability in the normal probability state and the high probability state by operating a setting change switch (not shown) provided on the back surface of the front door 23. The setting change switch is, for example, a DIP switch that can be switched to three stages of upper, middle, and lower stages. The setting change switch in the upper row is called "setting 1", the setting change switch in the middle row is called "setting 2", and the setting change switch in the lower row is called "setting 3". In "setting 1", the jackpot winning probability in the normal probability state is the first probability (for example, 1/300), and the jackpot winning probability in the high probability state is the second probability (for example, 1/30). Further, "setting 2" is a third probability (for example, 1/280) in which the jackpot winning probability in the normal probability state is higher than the first probability, and the jackpot winning probability in the high probability state is higher than the second probability. A high fourth probability (eg 1/28). Further, "setting 3" is a fifth probability (for example, 1/260) in which the jackpot winning probability in the normal probability state is higher than the third probability, and the jackpot winning probability in the high probability state is higher than the fourth probability. High sixth probability (eg 1/26). The jackpot winning probability can be changed as appropriate within the range in which the probability of winning the jackpot increases in the order of "setting 1" <"setting 2" <"setting 3".

5. Big hit game Next, the big hit game performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 (B) and 4 (A). As shown in FIG. 3B, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is any one of four types of jackpot games: “big hit game Wα”, “big hit game Xα”, “big hit game Yα”, and “big hit game Zα”. It is possible to play one or more types of jackpot games.

The "big hit game Wα" is a big hit game that becomes a "high probability high base game state" after that, and continues until the round game of α times is completed. α is an integer of 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first large winning opening 14 or the second large winning opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "big hit game Wα", a round game is performed any number of times, 2 to 10 times, depending on α.

The "big hit game Xα" is a big hit game that subsequently becomes a "low probability high base game state", and continues until the round game of α times is completed. α is an integer of 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first large winning opening 14 or the second large winning opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "big hit game Xα", any number of round games of 2 to 10 times is performed according to α.

The "big hit game Yα" is a big hit game that subsequently becomes a "high probability low base game state", and continues until the round game of α times is completed. α is an integer of 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first large winning opening 14 or the second large winning opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "big hit game Yα", a round game is performed any number of times, 2 to 10 times, depending on α.

The "big hit game Zα" is a big hit game that subsequently becomes a "low probability low base game state", and continues until the round game of α times is completed. α is an integer of 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first large winning opening 14 or the second large winning opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "big hit game Zα", a round game is performed any number of times, 2 to 10 times, depending on α.

In "Big hit game Wα", "Big hit game Xα", "Big hit game Yα" and "Big hit game Zα", only the first big winning opening 14 may be opened for all round games. However, only the second big winning opening 15 may be opened for all round games, or the first big winning opening 14 may be opened for some round games, and the remaining round games. The second big winning opening 15 may be opened. Both the round game in which the first prize opening 14 is opened and the round game in which the second prize opening 15 is opened are given an opportunity to win a game ball (a prize ball opportunity). Therefore, it is an advantageous game for the player.

"Big hit game Wα" and "big hit game Yα" belong to the so-called probabilistic big hit game in which the game state becomes a high probability state, and "big hit game Xα" and "big hit game Zα" belong to the so-called probability state in which the game state becomes a normal probability state. Usually belongs to the jackpot game. Therefore, it can be said that "big hit game Wα" and "big hit game Yα" are jackpot games that are more advantageous to the player than "big hit game Xα" and "big hit game Zα" in terms of the subsequent jackpot winning probability, and "big hit game". The jackpot game state in which either "Wα" or "big hit game Yα" is performed is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game state in which either "big hit game Xα" or "big hit game Zα" is performed. It can be said that.

In addition, "big hit game Wα" and "big hit game Xα" belong to the so-called big hit game with electric support in which the game state is in a time-saving state, and "big hit game Yα" and "big hit game Zα" are in a non-time-saving state. It belongs to the so-called electric support non-big hit game. Therefore, the "big hit game Wα" and the "big hit game Xα" relate to the subsequent second starting port 12 (with respect to the ease of winning the game ball into the second starting port 12 thereafter), and the "big hit game Yα" and "big hit game Yα". It can be said that the jackpot game is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game Zα, and the jackpot game states in which either the “big hit game Wα” or the “big hit game Xα” is performed are the “big hit game Yα” and the “big hit game Zα”. It can be said that the gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the jackpot gaming state in which any of the above is performed.

Here, the flow of the jackpot game will be described. FIG. 4A is a time chart showing the flow of the jackpot game. Here, a jackpot game in which only the first big winning opening 14 is open is illustrated.

As shown in FIG. 4A, when the jackpot game starts after the stop display of the special figure, the jackpot opening (also referred to as “big hit OP”) is set first. The jackpot OP continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) elapses, and when the jackpot OP ends, the first round game is started. The round game continues until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) elapses, or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins in the first large winning opening 14. When the first round game is completed, an interval between rounds (also referred to as "round IT") is set. The round IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) elapses, and when the round IT ends, the second round game is started. Then, when the final round game (for example, the 10th round game) is completed, the jackpot ending (also referred to as “big hit ED”) is set. The jackpot ED continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) elapses, and one jackpot game ends when the jackpot ED ends. It should be noted that one or both of the jackpot OP and the jackpot ED may not be set.

6. Small hit game Next, the small hit game performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 (B) and 4 (B). As shown in FIG. 3B, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a small hit game as a game different from the big hit game. Unlike the big hit game, the small hit game is a game in which the game state is not changed thereafter. For example, when the odor small hit game is performed in the "low probability low base game state", the "low probability low base game state" continues even after the small hit game. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first large winning opening 14 or the second large winning opening 15 in the small hit game.

FIG. 4B is a time chart showing the flow of the small hit game. Here, a small hit game in which only the first large winning opening 14 is open is illustrated. As shown in FIG. 4B, when the small hit game starts after the stop display of the special figure, the pre-opening interval (also referred to as “pre-opening IT”) is first set. The pre-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) elapses, and when the pre-opening IT ends, the first large winning opening 14 opens. The opening of the first large winning opening 14 continues until a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses, or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the first large winning opening 14. When the opening of the first large winning opening 14 is completed, the post-opening interval (also referred to as “post-opening IT”) is set. The post-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) elapses, and one small hit game ends when the post-opening IT ends. It should be noted that one or both of the pre-opening IT and the post-opening IT may not be set. Further, in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the small hit game may not be performed.

7. Auxiliary game Next, the auxiliary game performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 (B) and 4 (C). As shown in FIG. 3B, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform an auxiliary game as a game different from the big hit game and the small hit game. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second starting port 12 is opened, unlike the big hit game and the small hit game. In the auxiliary game, the opening time of the second starting port 12 changes according to the game state. For example, when the auxiliary game is performed in the non-time saving state, only the first opening time (for example, 0.1 second) is the first. 2 While the starting port 12 is opened, when the auxiliary game is performed in the time saving state, the second starting port 12 is opened for the second opening time (for example, 3.5 seconds) longer than the first opening time. ..

FIG. 4C is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. As shown in FIG. 4C, when the auxiliary game starts after the stop display in the normal drawing, the second starting port 12 opens. The second starting port 12 is opened until a predetermined time (first opening time in the non-time saving state, second opening time in the time saving state) elapses, or a predetermined number (for example, 4). It continues until the game ball wins the second starting port 12. When the opening of the second starting port 12 is completed, the post-opening interval (also referred to as “post-opening IT”) is set. The post-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) elapses, and one auxiliary game ends when the post-opening IT ends.

8. Production Next, the production performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 12. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can set different production modes according to the gaming state. In each production mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 includes various production devices (normal button 40, special button 41, image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, board movable body) included in the pachinko game machine PY1. 55k, frame movable body 58k, etc.) can be used to perform the following effects.

8-1. Production mode First, the production mode will be described with reference to FIG. The production mode is a division (or a superordinate conceptual attribute) of the production. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can set a customer waiting effect mode, a normal effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, a time saving effect mode, and a jackpot effect mode as the effect modes.

In the customer waiting effect mode, the stop display of the special figure is performed in the "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". This is an effect mode that may be set when the special figure is not displayed (when the variable display of the special figure is not performed). In the customer waiting effect mode, the player is suggested to be in a state of waiting for the variable display of the special figure. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a customer waiting effect while the customer waiting effect mode is set. As shown in FIG. 5A, the customer waiting effect is an effect in which the customer waiting demo video G100 introducing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 sets the settings related to the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 as shown in FIG. 5 (A-2) when, for example, the normal button 40 is operated while the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displaying the customer waiting demo video G100. The setting screen G101 for performing the operation may be displayed on the display unit 50a. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 enables settings related to the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 while the setting screen G101 is being displayed. The settings related to the effect include the volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, the brightness setting of the display unit 50a (also referred to as “light amount setting”), the frequency setting of the effect to be executed (also referred to as “effect setting”), and the like.

The normal effect mode is an effect mode that may be set over the variable display of the special figure once or a plurality of times in the “low probability low base game state” or the “high probability low base game state”. In the normal production mode, the player is suggested to be in a non-time saving state. In the normal effect mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays, for example, a normal background image G102 of a background representing a mountain landscape on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-1). The background displayed in the normal effect mode is not limited to the normal background image G102, and a plurality of types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or randomly.

The probability variation effect mode is an effect mode that may be set over the variable display of the special figure once or a plurality of times in the “high probability high base game state”. In the probabilistic effect mode, the player is suggested to be in a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probabilistic effect mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays, for example, a probabilistic background image G103 of a background representing the universe on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-2). The background displayed in the probabilistic effect mode is not limited to the probabilistic background image G103, and a plurality of types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or randomly.

The time saving effect mode is an effect mode that may be set over the variable display of the special figure once or a plurality of times in the “low probability high base game state”. In the time saving effect mode, the player is suggested to be in the normal probability state and the time saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays, for example, a time-saving background image G104 of a background representing the sky on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-3). The background displayed in the time saving effect mode is not limited to the time saving background image G104, and a plurality of types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or randomly.

The jackpot effect mode is an effect mode set in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot production mode, the player is suggested that the jackpot game is being executed. In the jackpot production mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has an opening image G107 suggesting the start of the jackpot game, right-handed to encourage "right-handed", as shown in FIG. 5 (C-1), at the start of the jackpot game. The image G108 or the like is displayed on the display unit 50a. The display of these images is called "opening effect".

Further, in the jackpot effect mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a round image G109 or the like indicating the number of rounds on the display unit 50a during the round game, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-2), and is subsequently high. When the probability state is reached, the promotion image G110 suggesting that the probability state is reached is displayed on the display unit 50a. The display of these images is called "round effect".

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, in the jackpot effect mode, at the end of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-3), the ending image G111, which suggests the effect mode set after the jackpot effect mode, The display unit 50a displays the total prize ball number image G112 or the like suggesting the total prize ball number paid out. The display of these images is referred to as "ending effect".

In the basic embodiment, five types of production modes are set: a customer waiting effect mode, a normal effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, a time saving effect mode, and a jackpot effect mode. May be changed or added.

8-2. Special figure variation effect Next, the special figure variation effect (also referred to as “variation effect”) will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 8. The special figure variation effect is an effect for suggesting the result of the jackpot determination. When the variable display of the special figure is started, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 executes the special figure variation effect using the effect symbol in parallel with the variable display of the special figure. As shown in FIG. 6A, the effect symbol is composed of the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 variablely displays the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 on the background (normal background image G102, probability variation background image G103, and time-saving background image G104) in the special figure variation effect. In addition, "↓" in the figure indicates that the effect symbol is being displayed in a variable manner. The effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are composed of, for example, numerical symbols "1" to "9", respectively. EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 fluctuate, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop along with the stop display of the special figure. Then, the result of the jackpot determination is suggested by the mode of the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3.

8-2-1. The normal fluctuation pachinko gaming machine PY1 can first perform normal fluctuation in the special figure fluctuation production. The normal variation is an effect in which the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner, and functions as an effect suggesting that the variable display of the special figure has been started.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts the variation display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in the normal variation as shown in FIG. 6 (B). Then, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 loses without generating reach after the normal fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 6 (C-1), the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are different from each other. After stopping, as shown in 6 (D), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode suggesting loss (so-called loose stitches). The mode suggesting a loss is a mode in which the left and right production symbols are not the same, such as "1.1.2" and "2.4.6". On the other hand, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 generates reach after a normal fluctuation, as shown in FIG. 6 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are arranged in the same mode (so-called reach eyes). Stop display and establish reach. The stop order of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-2. The N-reach pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform N-reach after the reach is established. The N reach is, for example, a reach effect in which the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually decelerates, and functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game may be performed.

In N reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 gradually decelerates the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 as shown in FIG. 7 (A). Then, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is lost in N reach, as shown in FIG. 7 (B), the middle effect symbol EZ2 is stopped, and the effect symbol EZ1 is in a mode suggesting reach loss (so-called reach loss eye). , EZ2, EZ3 are stopped and displayed. The mode suggesting reach loss is a mode in which the left and right effect symbols are the same and the inside symbol is different from the left and right effect symbols, such as "7, 6, 7" and "5, 3, 5". On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 does not stop the middle effect symbol EZ2 when it is developed into SP reach after N reach. The content of the N reach effect can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-3. SP reach The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP reach after N reach. The SP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between the main character and an enemy character is displayed, and functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game is likely to be performed.

In the SP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the SP title image G1 indicating the start of the SP reach on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 8 (A). In the SP title image G1, for example, "Destroy the enemy A!" Is also a character image. After that, as shown in FIG. 8B, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the hero character image G200 representing the hero character and the enemy character image G201 representing the enemy character on the display unit 50a, and displays the hero character and the enemy. A moving image in which the character battles is displayed on the display unit 50a. Then, when the final phase of the battle is reached, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 makes a big hit with SP reach, the main character enters the battle as shown in FIG. 8 (C-1), as shown in Fig. 8 (C-1). In addition to displaying the appearance of being happy to win, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode (so-called doublet) suggesting a big hit. In addition, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 loses in SP reach, as shown in FIG. 8 (C-2), the enemy character is happy to win the battle as suggested by the loss. In addition to displaying, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting reach loss. On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 does not stop the middle effect symbol EZ2 when developing into SPSP reach after this SP reach. The content of the SP reach effect can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-4. SPSP Reach The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SPSP reach after SP reach. The SPSP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between the main character and a strong enemy character is displayed, and functions as an effect suggesting that a jackpot game is likely to be performed.

In the SPSP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the SPSP title image G2 indicating the start of the SPSP reach on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 9A. The SPSP title image G2 is, for example, a character image of "Destroy the enemy B!". After that, as shown in FIG. 9B, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the main character image G200 representing the main character and the strong enemy character image G202 representing the strong enemy character on the display unit 50a, and displays the main character and the strong enemy. A moving image in which the character battles is displayed on the display unit 50a. Then, when the final phase of the battle is reached, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 makes a big hit with SPSP reach, as shown in FIG. 9 (C-1), the main character character enters the battle as suggested by the big hit. In addition to displaying the appearance of being happy to win, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode (so-called doublet) suggesting a big hit. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the SPSP reach is lost, as shown in FIG. 9 (C-2), as shown in FIG. In addition to displaying, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting reach loss. The content of the SPSP reach effect can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop in a manner indicating a big hit (also referred to as “big hit expectation”) will be described. The jackpot expectation is determined by the execution probability based on the result of the jackpot determination. For example, if the execution probability of N reach is set to 10% when the result of the jackpot judgment is lost, and when the result of the jackpot judgment is set to 100% when the jackpot is won, the execution probability of SP reach is set. Is set to 4% when the result of the jackpot judgment is lost, while when the result of the jackpot judgment is set to 100% when the jackpot is won, the jackpot expectation for SP reach is set to the jackpot expectation for N reach. Can be higher than.

Further, for example, when the execution probability of SP reach is set to 4% when the result of the jackpot judgment is lost, and when the result of the jackpot judgment is set to 100% when the jackpot is won, the SPSP reach If the execution probability is set to 2% when the result of the jackpot judgment is lost, and set to 100% when the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot win, the jackpot expectation for SPSP reach is set to the jackpot for SP reach. It can be higher than expected. In this way, by presetting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination for the executable effect, the jackpot expectation degree for the effect can be determined.

8-3. The hold icon and the icon pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the hold icon HA on the display unit 50a while the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold is stored. The hold icon HA is, for example, an icon image of “◯”. Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the icon TA on the display unit 50a during the variable display of the special figure. The icon TA is, for example, an icon image of “◯” which is the same as the hold icon HA.

A hold icon display area 50d is installed below the display unit 50a. As shown in FIG. 10A, the hold icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the hold icon HA in each display area 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, 50d4 according to the number of special figure 1 hold or the number of special figure 2 hold. For example, when the special figure 1 hold number is "1", the hold icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the special figure 1 hold number is "2", the first display area 50d1 and the first display area 50d1 are displayed. 2 The hold icon HA is displayed in the display area 50d2. In the hold icon display area 50d, both the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number may be displayed, or only one of the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number is displayed. It may be done. Further, the number of display areas constituting the hold icon display area 50d can be appropriately changed.

Further, the icon display area 50e is installed in the lower part of the display unit 50a and in the vicinity of the hold icon display area 50d. As shown in FIG. 10A, the icon display area 50e is composed of the icon display area 50e including one display area. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays the icon TA which is the same as or different from the hold icon HA in the icon display area 50e. In consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the icon TA may not be displayed.

8-3-1. Hold effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a hold effect in response to a game ball winning a prize in the first start port 11 or the second start port 12. The hold effect is, for example, an effect in which the hold icon HA is displayed in the hold icon display area 50d, and functions as an effect for notifying the player of the number of special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold.

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the special figure is not variablely displayed, and when the special figure 1 hold number is "0" and the game ball wins the first starting port 11, as shown in FIG. 10 (B). The icon TA is displayed in the icon display area 50e. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, for example, when two game balls win a prize in the first starting port 11 during the variable display of the special figure, as shown in FIG. 10C, the first of the hold icon display area 50d. The hold icon HA is displayed in the display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2, and the player is notified that the special figure 1 hold number is “2”. Further, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts the variable display of a new special figure when the hold icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d, the figure is shown. As shown in 10 (D), the hold icon HA of the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d is moved to the icon display area 50e and displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon display area 50d is displayed as the icon TA. 2 The hold icon HA of the display area 50d2 is moved to the first display area 50d1 and displayed, and the player is notified that the number of holds in the special figure 1 is “1”.

8-4. Notice effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform advance notice effect at any timing in the special figure variation effect. The notice effect is an effect in which the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the movable body on the board 55k, the movable frame body 58k, the normal button 40, the special button 41, etc. are used, and the jackpot game is performed. It functions as a production that suggests the possibility of being affected.

8-4-1. Movable body effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a movable body effect using a board movable body 55k or a frame movable body 58k as a notice effect. The movable body effect is, for example, an effect in which the on-board movable body 55k and the frame movable body 58k operate.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a movable body effect at an arbitrary timing in the special figure variation effect (for example, a timing when it develops from N reach to SP reach). Here, a movable body effect using the on-board movable body 55k will be illustrated. As shown in FIG. 11A, the movable body effect is an effect in which the movable body 55k on the board moves onto the display unit 50a. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the effect image G4 in a space that does not overlap with the on-board movable body 55k of the display unit 50a in the movable body production. After the movable body effect, as shown in FIG. 11B, the on-board movable body 55k returns to the normal standby state (initial position), and the effect develops. FIG. 11B shows a case where SPSP reach has been developed. The movement of the movable body 55k on the board in the movable body effect can be changed as appropriate.

8-4-2. Operation effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform an operation effect using the normal button 40 or the special button 41 as a notice effect. The operation effect is, for example, an effect in which the player operates the normal button 40 or the special button 41.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs an operation effect at an arbitrary timing (for example, during SP reach) in the special figure variation effect. Here, an operation effect using the normal button 40 will be illustrated. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 generates a period during which the normal button 40 pressing operation is valid (referred to as “button operation valid period”) in the operation effect, and as the button operation valid period occurs, FIG. 12 (A) shows. As shown, an effect that encourages the operation of the normal button 40 (referred to as "button operation promotion effect") is performed. In the button operation promotion effect, the button operation promotion image G3 is displayed, and the button operation promotion image G3 is a normal button image G31 imitating the normal button 40 and a pressing operation representing an operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the normal button 40. It is composed of an image G32 (here, a character image of "press") and an operation valid period remaining time image G33 representing the remaining time of the button operation valid period. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 is shown in FIG. As shown in 12 (B), the button operation promotion effect is ended, and the operation result effect is performed. FIG. 12B shows a case where a movable body effect in which the on-board movable body 55k operates is performed as an operation result effect. The content of the operation effect can be changed as appropriate.

8-4-3. Look-ahead effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a look-ahead effect based on a look-ahead determination as a notice effect. The look-ahead effect is, for example, an effect in which the hold icon HA changes, and functions as an effect for suggesting the result of the jackpot determination in advance.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a look-ahead effect in response to storing the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold. Here, a look-ahead effect for the special figure 1 hold is illustrated. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 enters the first starting port 11 and stores the special figure 1 hold, the pachinko game machine PY1 is shown in FIG. 10 (C) based on the result of the look-ahead determination for the special figure 1 hold. In the hold icon display area 50d, the icon image of "☆" is displayed instead of the place where the icon image of "○" is usually displayed as the hold icon HA. The content of the look-ahead effect can be changed as appropriate.

9. Internal configuration Next, the internal configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 13 to 16. FIG. 13 is a block diagram of a part related to the control of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. As shown in FIG. 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a main control unit 100 that controls the game and an effect control unit 120 that executes the effect. The main control unit 100 and the effect control unit 120 are electrically connected, and the effect control unit 120 mainly executes the effect according to the instructions of the main control unit 100.

9-1. Main control unit The main control unit 100 includes a game control microcomputer 101. The game control microcomputer 101 is configured to include, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), and mainly controls various games (special figure game, normal figure game, game state, prize ball payout, etc.). Further, the game control microcomputer 101 includes a game input unit 101a, a game output unit 101b, and a game storage unit 101c. The game input unit 101a is a winning device provided in the game board 1 (first starting port 11, second starting port 12, gate 13, first large winning opening 14, second large winning opening 15, general winning opening 10, etc.). Enter the winning information of the game ball from, the operation information of the initialization switch, the operation information of the setting change switch, and so on. The game output unit 101b outputs the effect data and the effect command generated in response to the control of the game to the outside of the effect control unit 120 and the pachinko gaming machine PY1. The game storage unit 101c is composed of, for example, a ROM (Read Only Memory) or a RAM (Random Access Memory), a table for selecting game contents, and game data generated according to the control of the game (Special Figure 1 Hold). , Special figure 2 hold, normal figure hold, etc.) are memorized.

The various games are mainly controlled based on the winning information and the operation information input by the game input unit 101a. The game control microcomputer 101 controls various games by using the table and game data stored in the game storage unit 101c.

9-2. The table game control microcomputer 101 can make various selections in controlling the game. At the time of selection, the table stored in the game storage unit 101c is referred to. The table shown below is stored in the game storage unit 101c.

9-2-1. Fluctuation pattern determination table The variation pattern determination table 103a1 shown in FIG. 14 is stored in the game storage unit 101c. The variation pattern determination table 103a1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of variation pattern. When the game control microcomputer 101 makes a variable display of the first special figure or the second special figure based on the result of the jackpot determination, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the variation pattern determination table 103a1 and selects the type of the variation pattern.

As shown in FIG. 14, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of variation pattern based on the game state, the type of starting port, the result of the jackpot determination, the result of the reach determination, the number of reserved special figures, and the like. The reach determination is to determine whether or not to perform the above-mentioned reach effect (N reach, SP reach, SPSP reach) during the variable display of the special figure, and if the reach effect is to be performed, it is assumed that there is reach. , If the reach production is not performed, there is no reach. The game control microcomputer 101 may select any one of seven types of fluctuation patterns, "THP001" to "THP002", "THP011" to "THP013", and "THP021" to "THP022", as the fluctuation pattern. It is possible. The game control microcomputer 101 performs variable display of the first special figure or the second special figure in a variable display mode (variable display time) according to the selected fluctuation pattern. The type of fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each fluctuation pattern will be described. As described above, during the variable display of the special figure, the special figure variation effect is performed. In the special figure variation effect, an effect flow composed of one or more effects is executed, and each variation pattern is associated with the variable display time of the special figure and the effect flow executed in the special figure variation effect. For example, as shown in FIG. 14, in "THP001" and "THP011", the variable display time of the special figure is 120,000 ms, and "normal variation"-> "reach"-> "N reach"-> "SP reach"-> " Corresponding to the production flow composed of "SPSP reach", "THP002" and "THP012" have a variable display time of 100,000 ms for the special figure, and "normal fluctuation"-> "reach"-> "N reach"-> "N reach". Corresponding to the production flow composed of "SP reach", "THP013" has a variable display time of 20000 ms and is composed of "normal fluctuation"-> "reach"-> "N reach". "THP021" and "THP022" are associated with an effect flow in which the variable display time of the special figure is 13000 ms or 2000 ms and is composed only of "normal variation". As described above, the time of the special figure variation effect and the effect executed by the special figure variation effect are different depending on the type of the variation pattern selected by the game control microcomputer 101.

"THP001" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and since the end of the production flow is "SPSP reach", "THP001" is referred to as "SPSP jackpot fluctuation". Further, "THP002" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot winning, and the end of the production flow is "SP reach". Therefore, "THP002" is referred to as "SP jackpot fluctuation". Further, "THP011" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "SPSP reach", "THP011" is referred to as "SPSP loss fluctuation". Further, "THP012" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "SP reach", "THP012" is referred to as "SP loss fluctuation". Further, "THP013" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and the end of the production flow is "N reach", so "THP013" is referred to as "N loss fluctuation". Further, "THP021" and "THP022" are selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and the end of the production flow is "normal fluctuation". Therefore, "THP021" and "THP022" are referred to as "normal loss fluctuation". .. The selection ratio of the fluctuation pattern can be appropriately set in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-2-2. Look-ahead determination table The look-ahead determination table 103b1 shown in FIG. 15 is stored in the game storage unit 101c. The look-ahead determination table 103b1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of look-ahead pattern. When the right to receive the jackpot determination is acquired, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the look-ahead determination table 103b1 and selects the type of the look-ahead pattern. The figure shown in FIG. 15 is a look-ahead determination table 103b1.

As shown in FIG. 15, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of the look-ahead pattern based on the game state, the type of the start opening, the result of the look-ahead determination, and the like. The game control microcomputer 101 can select any one of three types of look-ahead patterns, "SHP001" to "SHP003", as the look-ahead pattern. The type of look-ahead pattern can be changed as appropriate.

Since "SHP001" is selected when the result of the look-ahead determination is a look-ahead winning, "SHP001" is referred to as a "big hit look-ahead pattern". Further, "SHP002" is selected when the result of the look-ahead determination is non-winning of the look-ahead, and the result of the variation pattern pre-determination is a variation pattern with reach ("THP011" to "THP013"). It is called "reach loss look-ahead pattern". Further, "SHP003" is selected when the result of the look-ahead determination is a non-winning look-ahead, and the result of the variation pattern pre-determination is a variation pattern without reach ("THP021" to "THP022"). It is called "normal loss look-ahead pattern".

9-2-3. The symbol determination table 103c1 shown in FIG. 16 is stored in the game storage unit 101c. The symbol determination table 103c1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of stop symbol of the first special figure and the second special figure. When the jackpot determination is made, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the symbol determination table 103c1 and selects the type of the stop symbol of the first special figure and the second special figure. The figure shown in FIG. 16 is a symbol determination table 103c1.

As shown in FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of the stop symbol of the first special figure and the second special figure based on the type of the starting port, the result of the jackpot determination, and the like. The game control microcomputer 101 has, as the types of stop symbols, "big hit Wα symbol", "big hit Xα symbol", "big hit Yα symbol", "big hit Zα symbol", "small hit symbol", "missing A symbol", "missing A symbol". It is possible to select any one of the seven types of stop symbols of "Loss B symbol". The game control microcomputer 101 displays the stop of the first special figure or the second special figure in an manner according to the selected stop symbol. The type of stop symbol can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each stop symbol will be described. As described above, after the stop display of the special figure, there are times when a big hit game is performed, when a small hit game is performed, when the time is shortened, and when nothing is performed and the game is lost. .. There are four types of jackpot games ("big hit game Wα", "big hit game Xα", "big hit game Yα", "big hit game Zα"), one type of small hit game, and two types of loss. Although there is (the above-mentioned specific loss, mere loss), each stop symbol is associated with the type of the big hit game, the type of the small hit game, and the type of the loss. For example, as shown in FIG. 16, the "big hit Wα symbol" is associated with the "big hit game Wα", the "big hit Xα symbol" is associated with the "big hit game Xα", and the "big hit Yα symbol" is associated with the "big hit game". "Yα" is associated, "big hit Zα symbol" is associated with "big hit game Zα", "small hit symbol" is associated with small hit game, and "miss A symbol" is simply lost. Is associated with, and the "missing B symbol" is associated with the time saving state. In this way, the type of the big hit game to be executed, the type of the small hit game, and the type of loss (whether or not to shorten the time) are different depending on the type of the stop symbol selected by the game control microcomputer 101. ..

Since the "big hit Wα symbol" and the "big hit Yα symbol" are selected when a jackpot game that becomes a high probability state is performed after that, the "big hit Wα symbol" and the "big hit Yα symbol" are referred to as "probability variation symbols". There is. Further, since the "big hit Xα symbol" and the "big hit Zα symbol" are determined when the jackpot game that becomes the normal probability state is performed after that, the "big hit Xα symbol" and the "big hit Zα symbol" are referred to as "normal symbols". There is that. Further, since the "lost A symbol" is determined in the case of a mere loss in which nothing is performed after that, the "lost A symbol" may be referred to as a "normal lost symbol". Further, since the "missing B symbol" is determined in the case of a specific loss in which the time is shortened after that, the "missing B symbol" may be referred to as a "missing time saving symbol". The selection ratio of the stop symbols can be appropriately set in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-3. Command The game control microcomputer 101 can output the effect command generated in response to the game control to the effect control unit 120 via the game output unit 101b. The game control microcomputer 101 can generate the commands shown below.

9-3-1. Winning command The winning command is sent to various winning devices of the game ball (1st starting port 11, 2nd starting port 12, gate 13, 1st big winning opening 14, 2nd big winning opening 15, general winning opening 10, etc.). Generated in connection with winning. As winning commands, a first starting port command generated when a game ball wins a prize in the first starting port 11, a second starting port command generated when a game ball wins a prize in a second starting port 12, and a game ball. The gate command generated when the player passes through the gate 13, the first prize opening command generated when the game ball wins the first prize opening 14, and the game ball wins the second prize opening 15. There are a first large winning opening command generated by the above, a general winning opening command generated when a game ball wins a general winning opening 10, and the like.

9-3-2. Special figure command The special figure command is generated in relation to the operation of the first special figure and the second special figure. As the special figure command, the special figure fluctuation pattern command generated by determining the variation pattern of the special figure, the special figure stop symbol command generated by determining the stop symbol of the special figure, and the variable display of the special figure. There are a special figure start command generated by the start of the special figure, a special figure confirmation command generated by the stop display of the special figure, and the like.

9-3-3. Fuzu command The Fuzu command is generated in relation to the operation of the Fuzu. As the normal map command, there are a normal map start command generated by starting the variable display of the normal map, a normal map confirmation command generated by the stop display of the normal map, and the like.

9-3-4. Hold command The hold command is generated as a hold command in connection with the increase / decrease in the number of holds for special figure 1 hold, special figure 2 hold, and normal figure hold. Hold increase command, special figure 1 hold decrease command generated by the decrease of the number of holds, special figure 2 hold increase command generated by the increase of the number of holds, special figure 2 generated by the decrease of the number of holds There are special figure 2 hold decrease command, normal figure hold increase command generated by increasing the number of normal figure hold, and normal figure hold decrease command generated by decreasing the number of normal figure hold.

9-3-5. Jackpot game command The jackpot game command is generated in connection with the operation of the jackpot game. The jackpot game commands include OP commands generated by the start of OP, round commands generated by the start of each round game, and ED commands generated by the start of ED.

9-3-6. Small hit game command The small hit game command is generated in relation to the operation of the small hit game. The small hit game command includes a pre-opening IT command generated by the start of pre-opening IT, a post-opening IT command generated by the start of post-opening IT, and the like.

9-3-7. Auxiliary game commands Auxiliary game commands are generated in connection with the operation of an auxiliary game. As the auxiliary game command, there is an auxiliary game start command generated by the start of the auxiliary game.

9-3-8. Game state commands Game state commands are generated in relation to the current game state. As game state commands, a normal probability command generated when the game state is in the normal probability state, a high probability command generated when the game state is in the high probability state, and generated when the game state is in the non-time saving state. There are non-time saving commands to be executed, time saving commands generated when the gaming state is the time saving state, jackpot commands generated when the gaming state is the jackpot gaming state, and the like.

9-4. Production control unit The production control unit 120 includes a production control microcomputer 121. The effect control microcomputer 121 is configured to include, for example, a CPU, and mainly executes various effects (effect mode, special figure variation effect, hold effect, notice effect, etc.). Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 includes an effect input unit 121a and an effect storage unit 121b. The effect input unit 121a inputs the effect command output from the main control unit 100, the operation information of the normal button 40, the operation information of the special button 41, and the like. The effect storage unit 121b is composed of, for example, a ROM or RAM, and stores a table for selecting a notice effect, etc., an effect data generated in response to the execution of the effect, and the like.

The various effects are mainly executed based on the effect commands and operation information input by the effect input unit 121a. The effect control microcomputer 121 executes various effects by referring to the table and the effect data stored in the effect storage unit 121b.

<First Embodiment>
Hereinafter, the first embodiment will be described. Unless otherwise specified, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the above-mentioned basic embodiment is also applied to the first embodiment.

1. 1. Second Grand Prize Opening First, the second grand prize opening 15 of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment (hereinafter, also simply referred to as an embodiment) will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 and 18. As shown in FIG. 17, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is provided with a second special winning device 15D in which the second big winning opening 15 is formed. The second prize-winning device 15D includes the above-mentioned second opening / closing door 15k. By opening and closing the second opening / closing door 15k, a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter the second large winning opening 15 (closed state) and an open state in which the game ball can enter (open state). It will be in either state.

Here, the second prize-winning device 15D will be described in detail with reference to FIG. A specific area 16 and a non-specific area 17 through which a game ball can pass (enter) are provided inside the second large winning opening 15 of the second large winning device 15D. The game ball that has won the second large winning opening 15 is distributed to the specific area 16 or the non-specific area 17 by the distribution device 16D. The distribution device 16D includes a distribution member 16k made of a substantially rectangular flat plate and a distribution solenoid (not shown) for driving the distribution member 16k. The distribution member 16k is configured to be slidable to the left and right by driving the distribution solenoid.

When the distribution solenoid is not energized, the distribution member 16k is in the first state of hindering the passage of the game ball to the specific region 16 (passage prevention state: the left end of the distribution member 16k in the front view of FIG. 18A). It is located slightly to the right of the left end of the specific area 16 and is in a state where the distribution member 16k covers the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the first state, it is impossible for the game ball that has won the second large winning opening 15 to pass through the specific area 16, and it passes through the non-specific area 17. The non-specific area 17 is provided with a non-specific area sensor 17a that detects a game ball that has passed (entered) the non-specific area 17 and allows the game ball to pass downward. Therefore, when the gaming ball passes (enters) the non-specific region 17, the gaming control microcomputer 101 of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can detect that fact by the non-specific region sensor 17a.

On the other hand, when the distribution solenoid is energized, the distribution member 16k distributes in the front view of the second state (passing allowable state: FIG. 18B) that allows the passage (entry) of the specific region 16 of the game ball. The left end of the member 16k is located slightly to the left of the right end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k does not cover the specific area 16 directly above it, and the area directly above the specific area 16 is open). When the distribution member 16k is in the second state, the game ball winning in the second large winning opening 15 can easily pass through the specific area 16. The specific area 16 is provided with a specific area sensor 16a that detects a game ball that has passed (entered) the specific area 16 and allows the game ball to pass downward. Therefore, when the game ball passes (enters) the specific area 16, the game control microcomputer 101 of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can detect the fact by the specific area sensor 16a.

In the present embodiment, the distribution member 16k is basically held in the first state. That is, it can be said that the first state is the normal state of the distribution member 16k. Then, in the first round game (1R round game) in the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Z among the jackpot games described later, the distribution solenoid is energized and changes to the second state.

2. Big hit game Next, the big hit game will be described with reference to FIG. There are three types of jackpot games of the present embodiment: jackpot game X, jackpot game Y, and jackpot game Z shown in FIG.

The jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y are jackpot games that can be executed when the result of the jackpot determination in the first special figure is a jackpot winning. In each case, four round games from 1R to 4R are executed. However, the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y differ in whether or not the specific area 16 is opened in the round game.

Specifically, in the jackpot game X, as the first round game (1R round game), a round game in which the second big winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds is performed. In the 1st round game, there is an opening of the specific area 16 (specifically, a transition change from the first state (FIG. 18 (A)) to the second state (FIG. 18 (B)), and this 1st round game In the round game of, the distribution device 16D is controlled in an operation pattern in which the specific area 16 is open. Therefore, in the 1st round game of the jackpot game X, unlike the other round games (round games from the 2nd to the 4th R), the game ball that has entered the second big winning opening 15 enters the specific area 16. It is possible. Therefore, when the game ball passes through the specific area 16 in the jackpot game X, the subsequent game state is set to the high probability high base game state. However, if the game ball does not pass through the specific area 16 in the 1st round game of the jackpot game X, the subsequent game state is set to the low probability high base game state instead of the high probability high base game state. ..

On the other hand, in the jackpot game Y, as in the jackpot game X, a round game in which the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds is performed as four round games from the 1st round to the 4th round. However, unlike the jackpot game X, the distribution device 16D is controlled in an operation pattern in which the specific area 16 is not opened in all four round games from the 1st round to the 4th round. Therefore, in the jackpot game Y, the game ball does not enter the specific area 16. Therefore, the subsequent gaming state is not set to the high-probability high-base gaming state, but is set to the low-probability high-base gaming state.

Next, the jackpot game Z will be described. This jackpot game Z can be executed when the result of the jackpot determination in the second special figure is a jackpot winning. In this jackpot game Z, 10 round games from 1R to 10R are executed.

In the jackpot game Z, as the first round game, a round game in which the second big winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds is performed. Then, in the first round game, the distribution device 16D is controlled in an operation pattern in which the specific area 16 is open. Therefore, in the first round game of the jackpot game Z, unlike other round games (round games of 2R to 10R), the game ball that has entered the second big winning opening 15 can enter the specific area 16. ing.

When the game ball passes through the specific area 16 in the jackpot game Z, the subsequent game state is set to the high probability high base game state. However, if the game ball does not pass through the specific area 16 in the first round game of the jackpot game Z, the subsequent game state is set to the low probability high base game state instead of the high probability high base game state. ..

When the game state is set to the high-probability high-base game state, the number of jackpot determinations of the special figures (first special figure, second special figure) is the first specific number of times (“130 times” in this embodiment). The setting of the high-probability high-base gaming state can be continued until it reaches. That is, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is a gaming machine (“ST machine”) equipped with a maximum first specific number of “ST (special time)”. Specifically, after the game state is set to the high-probability high-base game state, the number of jackpot determinations of the special figures (first special figure, second special figure) in the high-probability high-base game state is first specified. When the number of times is reached, the gaming state shifts from the high-probability high-base gaming state to the low-probability low-base gaming state (normal gaming state) before the next jackpot determination. However, after the gaming state is set to the high-probability high-base gaming state, the result of the special-figure jackpot determination reaches the first specific number of times in the high-probability high-base gaming state. When the jackpot is won, the setting of the high-probability high-base gaming state ends in the middle (that is, before the number of jackpot determinations of the special figure reaches the first predetermined number of times). Then, the game state shifts from the high-probability high-base game state to the jackpot game state, and the jackpot game is performed.

On the other hand, when the low-probability high-base gaming state is set, the number of jackpot determinations of the special figures (first special figure, second special figure) becomes the second specific number of times (“100 times” in this embodiment). The setting of the low probability high base game state can be continued until it is reached. Specifically, after the gaming state is set to the low-probability high-base gaming state, when the number of jackpot determinations of the special figure in the low-probability high-base gaming state reaches the second specific number of times, the next jackpot Before the judgment, the gaming state shifts from the low-probability high-base gaming state to the low-probability low-base gaming state. However, after the gaming state is set to the low-probability high-base gaming state, the result of the special-figure jackpot determination reaches the second specific number of times in the low-probability high-base gaming state. When the jackpot is won, the setting of the low-probability high-base gaming state ends in the middle (that is, before the number of jackpot determinations of the special figure reaches the second predetermined number). Then, the game state shifts from the low-probability high-base game state to the jackpot game state, and the jackpot game is performed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 19, the execution time (“OP time”) of the jackpot OP of the present embodiment is 10 seconds in the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y, whereas it is 3 seconds in the jackpot game Z. It has become. That is, the jackpot executed when the judgment result of the second special symbol is the jackpot winning in the time saving state, rather than the OP time of the jackpot game executed when the judgment result of the special symbol is the jackpot winning in the non-time saving state. The OP time of the game is shorter. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the total execution time of the jackpot game Z intervening during the time saving state can be made relatively shorter than the other jackpot games.

Further, the execution time (“ED time”) of the jackpot ED of the present embodiment is 15 seconds in the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y, whereas it is 5 seconds in the jackpot game Z. That is, the jackpot executed when the judgment result of the second special symbol is the jackpot winning in the time saving state, rather than the ED time of the jackpot game executed when the judgment result of the special symbol is the jackpot winning in the non-time saving state. The ED time of the game is shorter. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the total execution time of the jackpot game Z intervening during the time saving state can be made relatively shorter than the other jackpot games.

3. 3. Fluctuation pattern determination table Next, the variation pattern that can be determined by the game control microcomputer 101 of the present embodiment will be further described with reference to FIG. In the game storage unit 101c of the present embodiment, in addition to the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14, the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20 is stored.

The game control microcomputer 101 determines the fluctuation pattern of the special figure based on the result of the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination. Specifically, there are two types of fluctuation patterns in which the game state is shortened and the result of the jackpot determination in the second special figure is the jackpot winning, the fluctuation patterns "THP031" and "THP032".

"THP031" is a variation pattern in which SPSP reach including a character appearance effect (described later) in a successful mode is performed after a normal variation and then a reach. This fluctuation pattern "THP031" is also referred to as "first special jackpot fluctuation".

"THP032" is a fluctuation pattern in which the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a mode (so-called doublet) that promptly suggests a big hit without going through a reach after the normal fluctuation. This fluctuation pattern "THP032" is also referred to as "second special jackpot fluctuation".

On the other hand, there is one type of variation pattern "THP041" in the case where the game state is a non-time saving state, the result of the jackpot determination in the first special figure is a loss, and the result of the reach determination is "with reach".

"THP041" is a variation pattern in which SPSP reach including a character appearance effect (described later) in a failure mode is performed after a normal variation and then a reach. This fluctuation pattern "THP041" is also referred to as "special loss fluctuation".

FIG. 21A shows a reach determination table used by the game control microcomputer 101 of the present embodiment at the time of reach determination. The reach determination is a determination for determining whether or not to generate a reach in the special figure variation effect when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss. The reach determination table shown in FIG. 21 (A) is a reach determination table (time reduction reach determination table) used in the time reduction state.

In the reach determination table, the determination value (reach random number value) of the reach random number is divided into "with reach (generate reach)" and "without reach (do not generate reach)" which are the results of reach determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired reach random numbers with the reach determination table to determine whether it is “with reach” or “without reach” (whether or not to generate reach). In the following, "with reach" performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss is also referred to as "loss with reach", and "reach" performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss. "None" is also called "no reach loss".

According to FIG. 21 (A), the value of the distribution rate of "with reach" is "10%", and the value of the distribution rate of "without reach" is 90%. Therefore, if the result of the jackpot judgment in the second special figure is lost in a short time state, the jackpot may be won at a reasonable frequency (1 in 10 times when the result of the jackpot judgment is lost). It is possible to make the player expect that there is no such thing.

Further, FIG. 21B shows the distribution rate (execution probability) of the fluctuation pattern in the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 20. In the present embodiment, when the result of the jackpot determination in the second special figure is the jackpot winning in the time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the fluctuation pattern at the distribution rate shown in FIG. 21 (B).

According to FIG. 21 (B), the value of the fractionation rate of the fluctuation pattern “THP031” is “95%”, which is larger than the value of the fractionation rate (5%) of the fluctuation pattern “THP032”. Therefore, most of the cases where the result of the jackpot determination of the second special figure is a jackpot in the time saving state will proceed to SPSP reach through reach. Therefore, it is possible to make the player aware that there is a high possibility that the "big hit game" will be executed after the progress to SPSP reach. On the other hand, when the result of the jackpot determination of the second special figure is the jackpot winning in the time saving state, after the normal fluctuation, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a stop mode suggesting the jackpot winning without reaching. There are rare cases. Therefore, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a stop mode suggesting a jackpot winning after the normal fluctuation, it is possible to surprise the player who is expecting the reach to be executed after the normal fluctuation. It is possible to give the player surprise and joy.

4. Production Next, various productions in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 22 to 27. The effect control microcomputer 121 of the present embodiment has an SPSP reach of a special figure variation effect corresponding to the variation pattern “THP031” (“first special jackpot variation”), or a variation pattern “THP041” (“special loss variation”). It is possible to execute the character appearance production as the SPSP reach of the special figure fluctuation production corresponding to. In addition, it is possible to execute a special figure fluctuation effect corresponding to the fluctuation pattern "THP032"("second special jackpot fluctuation"). Further, in the jackpot effect mode associated with the jackpot game, the second round effect can be executed.

4-1. Special figure fluctuation effect corresponding to the first special jackpot fluctuation and special loss fluctuation The pachinko gaming machine PY1 provides normal fluctuation and reach as a special figure fluctuation effect when the fluctuation pattern is "THP031" (first special jackpot fluctuation). After that, SPSP reach including character appearance production (described later) in a successful mode is performed. On the other hand, as a special figure variation effect when the variation pattern is "THP041" (special loss variation), SPSP reach including a character appearance effect (described later) in a failure mode is performed after normal variation and reach.

4-1-1. Character appearance production The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can execute the character appearance production as the SPSP reach of the special figure fluctuation production corresponding to the above-mentioned "THP031" (first special jackpot fluctuation) or "THP041" (special loss fluctuation). The character appearance effect of the present embodiment is an image effect of displaying character images G113 and G114 showing ally characters (the main character and a character that is a companion to the main character) on the display unit 50a. This character appearance production is a production in which a strong enemy character and an ally character who fights (battles) with this strong enemy character confront the display unit 50a on a one-to-one basis, and then the battle is displayed as a video. ..

In this character appearance effect, the SPSP title image G2 shown in FIG. 22A is displayed on the display unit 50a at the start of the SPSP reach. The SPSP title image G2 is an image in which the character string "Destroy the enemy B!" Is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. After that, the display of the SPSP title image G2 is completed, and the character image G113 showing the ally character (the first character image CA showing the character A in FIG. 22B) as shown in FIG. 22B is displayed on the display unit. A strong enemy character image G202 showing a strong enemy character is displayed on the left side of the 50a on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character A and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. The character appearance production in which character A appears as an ally character is particularly called "first character appearance production". After that, a moving image in which the ally character and the strong enemy character battle is displayed on the display unit 50a.

When the jackpot winning is notified by the character appearance effect being executed, the content of the video in which the ally character and the strong enemy character battle is shown that the appearing character A is superior to the strong enemy character. Specifically, the character A, which is a friendly character, defeats a strong enemy character and wins. Then, at the final stage of the battle, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), along with the display of the character image G114 showing the ally character (in FIG. 22 (C-1), the first character image CA of the character A), a big hit. The effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped in a mode suggesting winning (so-called doublet). The production mode (production content) of such a character appearance production is called a "success mode".

On the other hand, when a loss is notified by the character appearance effect being executed, the content of the video in which the ally character and the strong enemy character battle is shown that the appearing character A is inferior to the strong enemy character. .. Specifically, the character A, which is an ally character, is beaten by a strong enemy character and loses. Then, at the final stage of the battle, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-2), the strong enemy character image G202 of the strong enemy character is displayed, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting reach loss. .. The production mode (production content) of such a character appearance production is called a "failure mode".

Seven types of characters can appear as ally characters in the character appearance effect of this embodiment. In addition to the above-mentioned character A, the ally characters include character B, character C, character D, character E, character F, and character G. Character appearance production in which character B appears as an ally character, character appearance production in which character C appears, character appearance production in which character D appears, character appearance production in which character E appears, character appearance production in which character F appears, and Character appearance productions in which character G appears are "2nd character appearance production", "3rd character appearance production", "4th character appearance production", "5th character appearance production", "6th character appearance production" and It is called "7th character appearance production".

In the "second character appearance effect", after the SPSP title image G2 is displayed as in the above-mentioned first character appearance effect, the second character image CB of the character B shown in FIG. 23 (A) is displayed as the character image G113. The strong enemy character image G202 is displayed on the left side of the unit 50a and on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character B and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. After that, the video in which the character B and the strong enemy character battle is continuously displayed.

When the "second character appearance effect" is executed in the "success mode", the above-mentioned moving image shows that the character B is superior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character B in the moving image is different from that of the character A. That is, the operation of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the success mode is different from the operation of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the success mode. Further, as the character image G114 shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the second character image CB is displayed instead of the first character image CA.

On the other hand, when executed in the "failure mode", the moving image shows that the character B is inferior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character B in the moving image is different from that of the character A. That is, the operation of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the failure mode is different from the operation of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the failure mode. Further, as in the case of the first character appearance effect, the strong enemy character image G202 shown in FIG. 22 (C-2) is displayed.

In the "third character appearance effect", after the SPSP title image G2 is displayed as in the above-mentioned first character appearance effect, the third character image CC of the character C shown in FIG. 23 (B) is displayed as the character image G113. The strong enemy character image G202 is displayed on the left side of the display unit 50a, and is displayed on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character C and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. After that, the video in which the character C and the strong enemy character battle is continuously displayed.

When the "third character appearance effect" is executed in the "success mode", the above-mentioned moving image shows that the character C is superior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character C in the moving image is different from that of the character A and the case of the character B. That is, the action of the character C in the third character appearance effect in the success mode is different from the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the success mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the success mode. There is. Further, as the character image G114 shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the third character image CC is displayed instead of the first character image CA.

On the other hand, when executed in the "failure mode", the moving image shows that the character C is inferior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character C in the moving image is different from that of the character A and the case of the character B. That is, the operation of the character C in the third character appearance effect in the failure mode is different from the operation of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the failure mode and the operation of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the failure mode. ing. Further, as in the case of the first character appearance effect, the strong enemy character image G202 shown in FIG. 22 (C-2) is displayed.

In the "fourth character appearance effect", after the SPSP title image G2 is displayed as in the case of the first character appearance effect described above, the fourth character image CD of the character D shown in FIG. 23 (C) is displayed as the character image G113. The strong enemy character image G202 is displayed on the left side of the display unit 50a, and is displayed on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character D and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. After that, the video in which the character D and the strong enemy character battle is continuously displayed.

When the "fourth character appearance effect" is executed in the "success mode", the above-mentioned moving image shows that the character D is superior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character D in the moving image is different from that of the character A, the character B, and the character C. That is, the action of the character D in the fourth character appearance effect in the success mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the success mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the success mode. It is also different from the operation of character C in the third character appearance production in. Further, as the character image G114 shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the fourth character image CD is displayed instead of the first character image CA.

On the other hand, when executed in the "failure mode", the moving image shows that the character D is inferior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character D in the moving image is different from that of the character A, the character B, and the character C. That is, the action of the character D in the fourth character appearance effect in the failure mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the failure mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the failure mode. It is also different from the operation of character C in the third character appearance production. Further, as in the case of the first character appearance effect, the strong enemy character image G202 shown in FIG. 22 (C-2) is displayed.

In the "fifth character appearance effect", after the SPSP title image G2 is displayed as in the case of the first character appearance effect described above, the fifth character image CE of the character E shown in FIG. 23 (D) is displayed as the character image G113. The strong enemy character image G202 is displayed on the left side of the display unit 50a, and is displayed on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character E and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. After that, the video in which the character E and the strong enemy character battle is continuously displayed.

When the "fifth character appearance effect" is executed in the "success mode", the above-mentioned moving image shows that the character E is superior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character E in the moving image is different from that of the character A, the character B, the character C, and the character D. That is, the action of the character E in the fifth character appearance effect in the success mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the success mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the success mode. The operation of the character C in the third character appearance effect in the success mode is different from the operation of the character D in the fourth character appearance effect in the success mode. Further, as the character image G114 shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the fifth character image CE is displayed instead of the first character image CA.

On the other hand, when executed in the "failure mode", the moving image shows that the character E is inferior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character E in the moving image is different from that of the character A, the character B, the character C, and the character E. That is, the action of the character E in the fifth character appearance effect in the failure mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the failure mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the failure mode. The operation of the character C in the third character appearance effect is different from the operation of the character D in the fourth character appearance effect. Further, as in the case of the first character appearance effect, the strong enemy character image G202 shown in FIG. 22 (C-2) is displayed.

In the "sixth character appearance production", after the SPSP title image G2 is displayed as in the case of the first character appearance production described above, the sixth character image CF of the character F shown in FIG. 23 (E) is displayed as the character image G113. The strong enemy character image G202 is displayed on the left side of the display unit 50a, and is displayed on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character F and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. After that, the video in which the character F and the strong enemy character battle is continuously displayed.

When the "sixth character appearance effect" is executed in the "success mode", the above-mentioned moving image shows that the character F is superior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character F in the moving image is different from that of the above-mentioned ally characters (character A, character B, character C, character D, and character E). That is, the movement of the character F in the sixth character appearance production in the success mode is both the movement of the character A in the first character appearance production in the success mode and the movement of the character B in the second character appearance production in the success mode. The action of character C in the third character appearance effect in the success mode, the action of character D in the fourth character appearance effect in the success mode, and the action of character E in the fifth character appearance effect in the success mode are different. .. Further, as the character image G114 shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the sixth character image CF is displayed instead of the first character image CA.

On the other hand, when executed in the "failure mode", the moving image shows that the character F is inferior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character F in the moving image is different from that of the above-mentioned ally characters (character A, character B, character C, character D, and character E). That is, the action of the character F in the sixth character appearance effect in the failure mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the failure mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the failure mode. The operation of the character C in the third character appearance effect, the operation of the character D in the fourth character appearance effect, and the operation of the character E in the fifth character appearance effect are different. Further, as in the case of the first character appearance effect, the strong enemy character image G202 shown in FIG. 22 (C-2) is displayed.

In the "seventh character appearance production", after the SPSP title image G2 is displayed as in the case of the first character appearance production described above, the seventh character image CG of the character G shown in FIG. 23 (F) is displayed as the character image G113. The strong enemy character image G202 is displayed on the left side of the display unit 50a, and is displayed on the right side of the display unit. As a result, the character G and the strong enemy character appear on the display unit 50a and can be visually recognized by the player as if they are facing each other. After that, the video in which the character G and the strong enemy character battle is continuously displayed.

When the "seventh character appearance effect" is executed in the "success mode", the above-mentioned moving image shows that the character G is superior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character G in the moving image is different from that of the above-mentioned ally characters (character A, character B, character C, character D, character E, and character F). That is, the action of the character G in the seventh character appearance effect in the success mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the success mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the success mode. The action of the character C in the third character appearance effect in the success mode, the action of the character D in the fourth character appearance effect in the success mode, and the action of the character E in the fifth character appearance effect in the success mode are both successful modes. It is also different from the operation of character F in the 6th character appearance production in. Further, as the character image G114 shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the seventh character image CG is displayed instead of the first character image CA.

On the other hand, when executed in the "failure mode", the moving image shows that the character G is inferior to the strong enemy character. The operation of the character G in the moving image is different from that of the above-mentioned ally characters (character A, character B, character C, character D, character E, and character F). That is, the action of the character G in the seventh character appearance effect in the failure mode is both the action of the character A in the first character appearance effect in the failure mode and the action of the character B in the second character appearance effect in the failure mode. The movement of character C in the third character appearance production, the movement of character D in the fourth character appearance production, the movement of character E in the fifth character appearance production, and the movement of character F in the sixth character appearance production are different. .. Further, as in the case of the first character appearance effect, the strong enemy character image G202 shown in FIG. 22 (C-2) is displayed.

FIG. 24A shows the distribution rate (probability) of the character appearance effect that can be selected in the case of a big hit winning in a short time state (specifically, when the selected fluctuation pattern is “THP031”). .. Further, in FIG. 24 (B), the distribution rate (probability) of the character appearance effect that can be selected in the case of a loss with reach in a short time state (specifically, when the selected fluctuation pattern is “THP041”). Is shown. According to FIG. 24 (A), as the character appearance effect when the jackpot is won in a short time state, the second character appearance effect is more likely to be selected than the first character appearance effect, and the third character appears rather than the second character appearance effect. It is easier to select the appearance production, the 4th character appearance production is easier to select than the 3rd character appearance production, the 5th character appearance production is easier to select than the 4th character appearance production, and the 6th character appearance production is easier than the 5th character appearance production. Character appearance production is easy to select.

On the other hand, according to FIG. 24 (B), in the case of a loss with reach in a short time state, on the contrary, the fifth character appearance effect is more likely to be selected than the sixth character appearance effect, and the fourth character appearance effect is more easily selected than the fifth character appearance effect. It is easier to select the character appearance production, the third character appearance production is easier to select than the fourth character appearance production, the second character appearance production is easier to select than the third character appearance production, and the second character appearance production is easier than the second character appearance production. It is easy to select one character appearance production.

Therefore, in the 1st character appearance production, the 2nd character appearance production, the 3rd character appearance production, the 4th character appearance production, the 5th character appearance production, and the 6th character appearance production, the 2nd character appears rather than the 1st character appearance production. As for the production, the 3rd character appearance production is more than the 2nd character appearance production, the 4th character appearance production is more than the 3rd character appearance production, and the 5th character is more than the 4th character appearance production. The appearance production has a higher expectation (reliability) that the 6th character appearance production will be a big hit than the 5th character appearance production. In this way, the player can enjoy the game while expecting a big hit, depending on the type of character appearance effect to be executed.

Further, according to FIGS. 24 (A) and 24 (B), the seventh character appearance effect can be selected as the character appearance effect in the case of winning a big hit, but is not selected in the case of loss with reach. That is, in this embodiment, the 7th character appearance production is performed only by the character appearance production in the case of the jackpot winning. Therefore, when the 7th character appearance effect is executed as the character appearance effect, it is possible to convince the player that the jackpot is won at that time.

4-2. Special figure fluctuation effect corresponding to the second special jackpot fluctuation The pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment has a reach after normal fluctuation as a special figure fluctuation effect when the fluctuation pattern is "THP032" (second special jackpot fluctuation). The production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner (doublet) that promptly suggests a big hit without going through.

Specifically, for example, in the special figure fluctuation effect when the fluctuation pattern is "THP022" (normal loss fluctuation), the loss shown in FIG. 25 (B-1) is obtained after the normal fluctuation shown in FIG. 25 (A). After the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped in the suggested manner, they are finally stopped as shown in FIG. 25 (C-1). On the other hand, in the special figure fluctuation effect when the fluctuation pattern is "THP032" (second special jackpot fluctuation), the jackpot winning shown in FIG. 25 (B-2) is passed through the normal fluctuation shown in FIG. 25 (A). After the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped in a manner suggesting the above, the main stop is performed as shown in FIG. 25 (C-2). Such a special figure fluctuation effect is also called an immediate hit effect.

In the present embodiment, when the variation pattern is "THP032" (second special jackpot variation), the special figure variation effect is the variation display, temporary stop display, and main stop display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 on the display unit 50a. The character images G113 and G114 (and the strong enemy character image G202) used in the above-mentioned character appearance effect are not displayed on the display unit 50a during the execution of the special figure variation effect. That is, in the immediate hit effect, the above-mentioned ally character and strong enemy character do not appear on the display unit 50a.

4-3. Jackpot effect mode The jackpot effect mode in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is an effect mode set in the jackpot game state as described above. In the jackpot production mode, the player is suggested that the jackpot game is being executed. In this jackpot effect mode, the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect are sequentially performed.

The opening effect is an effect of displaying the opening image G107 and the right-handed image G108 shown in FIG. 5 (C-1) on the display unit 50a at the start of the jackpot game with the execution of the jackpot OP.

As described above, the OP time of the jackpot OP in the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y is 10 seconds, and the OP time of the jackpot OP in the jackpot game Z is 3 seconds (see FIG. 19). Therefore, in the present embodiment, the execution period of the opening effect associated with the jackpot OP of the jackpot game Z is shorter than that of the opening effect associated with the jackpot OP of the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y. Therefore, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, in the jackpot game (big hit game X, jackpot game Y) performed as a jackpot winning in a non-time saving state, the player is told that the jackpot game is started by the opening effect of a longer execution period. In the jackpot game (big hit game Z), which is performed as a jackpot winning in a short time, the opening effect can be rounded up faster.

Further, the round effect is an image effect performed during the round game of various jackpot games. The round effects of the present embodiment include a first round effect performed during a round game involving the opening of the first large winning opening 14, and a second round performed during a round game involving the opening of the second large winning opening 15. There is a production.

The first round effect is an effect of displaying the right-handed image G108 and the round image G109 shown in FIG. 5 (C-2) on the display unit 50a. The first round production of the present embodiment is the 2nd to 4th round games of the jackpot game X, all the round games of the jackpot game Y (round games of the 1st to 4th R), and the 2nd R of the jackpot game Z. It is executed with the execution of the 10th to 10th round games.

The second round effect shows the character string "pass the ball through a specific area!" Issued by the right-handed image G108, the character display image G120, and the character shown in the character display image G120 shown in FIG. 26 (A). It includes a first partial effect of displaying the dialogue image G121 on the display unit 50a, a right-handed image G108, and a second partial effect of displaying the character image G122 indicating the character string "Congratulations!" On the display unit 50a. The first part of the second round production starts from the start of the round game that the second big winning opening 15 opens (specifically, the opening of the second big winning opening 15) to the second big winning opening 15. The game ball that has entered is performed until it passes through the specific area 16, and the second partial effect of the second round effect is that the game ball that has entered the second grand prize opening 15 passes through the specific area 16. It can be executed from to the end of the round game. That is, when the game ball passes through the specific area 16 during the execution of the round game in which the second special winning opening 15 is opened, the second partial effect is switched after the first partial effect, whereas the second partial effect is performed. If the execution of the round game is completed without the game ball passing through the specific area 16, only the first partial effect is performed without the second partial effect.

The second round effect of the present embodiment is executed in association with the execution of the first round game of the jackpot game X and the first round game of the jackpot game Z. It should be noted that this second round production is not performed in the round game of the jackpot game Y.

Further, the display mode of the character display image G120 of the second round effect of the present embodiment differs depending on the type of the jackpot game being executed. Specifically, when the jackpot game being executed is the jackpot game X, the character display image G120 indicates the character A in the second round effect. That is, in the second round effect of the first R in the jackpot game X, the character display image G120 showing the character A is displayed regardless of the content (aspect) of the special figure variation effect executed immediately before.

On the other hand, in the second round effect when the jackpot game being executed is the jackpot game Z, the character display image G120 differs depending on the content of the special figure variation effect immediately before that. In detail, when the jackpot game Z is performed immediately after the execution of the character appearance effect accompanying the above-mentioned first special jackpot fluctuation, the second round effect associated with the first round game of the jackpot game Z is performed. In the character display image G120, the characters appearing in the character appearance effect are displayed.

Specifically, the character display image G120 shown in FIG. 26A is the first character image CA showing the character A. The second round effect using the character display image G120 is executed when the character appearance effect using the first character image CA is executed immediately before that. That is, the character A that appears in the character appearance effect in the successful mode is the same as the character A shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect that accompanies the jackpot game Z immediately after that. Further, in the present embodiment, the character A shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect emits the lines shown in the dialogue image G121 while looking to the left.

Further, when the character B appears in the character appearance effect in the successful mode, the character appears as the character display image G120 of the second round effect accompanying the jackpot game Z performed immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 27 (A). A second character image CB showing the effect character B is used. Therefore, the character B that appeared in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character B of the character display image G120 of the second round effect that accompanies the jackpot game Z immediately after that are the same.

Further, in the present embodiment, the character B shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect emits the dialogue shown in the dialogue image G121 while looking to the left, as in the case where the character display image G120 is the character A. .. That is, the operation of the character B in the second round effect is the same as the operation of the character A in the second round effect.

Further, when the character C appears in the character appearance production in the successful mode, the character appears as the character display image G120 of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z performed immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 27 (B). A third character image CC showing the effect character C is used. Therefore, the character C appearing in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character C shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect accompanying the jackpot game Z immediately after that are the same.

Further, in the present embodiment, the character C shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect has the lines shown in the line image G121 while looking to the left, as in the case where the character display image G120 is the character A or the character B. It is emitting. That is, the operation of the character C in the second round effect is the same as the operation of the character A and the operation of the character B in the second round effect.

Further, when the character D appears in the character appearance production in the successful mode, the character appears as the character display image G120 of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z performed immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 27 (C). A fourth character image CD showing the character D of the production is used. Therefore, the character D appearing in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character D shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect accompanying the jackpot game Z immediately after that are the same.

Further, in the present embodiment, the character D shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect is displayed on the dialogue image G121 while looking to the left, as in the case where the character display image G120 is the character A, the character B, or the character C. It emits the lines shown. That is, the operation of the character D in the second round effect is the same as the operation of the character A, the operation of the character B, and the operation of the character C in the second round effect.

Further, when the character E appears in the character appearance production in the successful mode, the character appears as the character display image G120 of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z performed immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 27 (D). A fifth character image CE showing the effect character E is used. Therefore, the character E that appeared in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character E shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect that accompanies the jackpot game Z immediately after that are the same.

Further, in the present embodiment, the character E shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect has dialogue while looking to the left, as in the case where the character display image G120 is the character A, the character B, the character C, or the character D. The lines shown in image G121 are emitted. That is, the operation of the character E in the second round effect is the same as the operation of the character A, the operation of the character B, the operation of the character C, and the operation of the character D in the second round effect.

Further, when the character F appears in the character appearance production in the successful mode, the character appears as the character display image G120 of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z performed immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 27 (E). A sixth character image CF showing the effect character F is used. Therefore, the character F that appeared in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character F shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect that accompanies the jackpot game Z immediately after that are the same.

Further, in the present embodiment, the character F shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect is on the left side as in the case where the character display image G120 is the character A, the character B, the character C, the character D, or the character E. While looking at it, the dialogue shown in the dialogue image G121 is emitted. That is, the operation of the character F in the second round effect is the same as the operation of the character A, the operation of the character B, the operation of the character C, the operation of the character D, and the operation of the character E in the second round effect.

Further, when the character G appears in the character appearance production in the successful mode, the character appears as the character display image G120 of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z performed immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 27 (F). A seventh character image CG showing the effect character G is used. Therefore, the character G appearing in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character G shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect accompanying the jackpot game Z immediately after that are the same.

Further, in the present embodiment, the character G shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect is the same as when the character display image G120 is the character A, the character B, the character C, the character D, the character E, or the character F. While looking to the left, the dialogue shown in the dialogue image G121 is emitted. That is, the operation of the character G in the second round effect is the same as the operation of the character A, the operation of the character B, the operation of the character C, the operation of the character D, the operation of the character E, and the operation of the character F in the second round effect. be.

As described above, since the character appearing in the character appearance effect in the successful mode and the character shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect immediately after that are the same, when the second round effect is executed, together with the same character, It is possible to remind the player that the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 have been stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting that the jackpot has been won, and it is possible to remind the player that the jackpot has been won. It has become.

On the other hand, when the jackpot game Z is performed immediately after the execution of the special figure fluctuation effect accompanying the second special jackpot fluctuation described above, the character of the second round effect associated with the first round game of the jackpot game Z. In the display image G120, a specific character is displayed. Specifically, such a special figure variation effect is executed, and the first character image CA shown in FIG. 26A is used as the character display image G120 of the second round effect immediately after that.

Therefore, since the character A shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect is displayed after the execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the second special jackpot variation, the character A causes the game ball to pass through the specific area 16. It is possible for the player to grasp.

In addition, when the jackpot game X is performed immediately after the execution of the above-mentioned SPSP jackpot fluctuation and the special figure fluctuation effect accompanying the SP jackpot fluctuation in the non-time saving time, it is accompanied by the first round game of the jackpot game X. Also in the character display image G120 of the second round effect, a specific character is displayed as in the jackpot game Z after the execution of the special figure variation effect accompanying the second special jackpot variation. Specifically, such a special figure variation effect is executed, and the first character image CA shown in FIG. 26A is used as the character display image G120 of the second round effect immediately after that.

Therefore, after the SPSP jackpot fluctuation and the special figure fluctuation effect accompanying the SP jackpot fluctuation are executed, the character A shown in the character display image G120 of the second round effect is displayed, so that the character A passes the game ball into the specific area 16. It is possible for the player to understand what to do.

The ending effect is an effect of displaying the ending image G111 and the total prize ball number image G112 shown in FIG. 5 (C-3) on the display unit 50a with the execution of the jackpot ED at the end of the jackpot game.

As described above, the ED time of the jackpot ED in the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y is 15 seconds, whereas the OP time of the jackpot OP in the jackpot game Z is 5 seconds (see FIG. 19). Therefore, in the present embodiment, the execution period of the ending effect associated with the jackpot ED of the jackpot game Z is shorter than that of the ending effect associated with the jackpot ED of the jackpot game X and the jackpot game Y. Therefore, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, in the jackpot game (big hit game X, jackpot game Y) performed as a jackpot winning in a non-time saving state, the player indicates that the jackpot game ends by the ending effect of a longer execution period. In the jackpot game (big hit game Z), which is performed as a jackpot winning in a short time, the ending effect can be rounded up faster.

4-4. Flow of production Next, the flow of various productions described above in the present embodiment will be described. Specifically, when the special figure fluctuation effect is executed in the first special jackpot fluctuation in the time saving state and then the jackpot effect mode accompanied by the jackpot game Z is executed, and in the second special jackpot fluctuation in the time saving state. A case where the jackpot effect mode accompanied by the jackpot game Z is executed after the special figure variation effect is executed will be described.

4-4-1. In the case of a jackpot game after the first special jackpot fluctuation When the first special jackpot fluctuation is executed in a short time state, the normal fluctuation of the special figure fluctuation effect is first started as shown in FIG. 25 (A), and then FIG. 25 It becomes the reach shown in (B-3). Then, the execution of the character appearance production is started.

In the character appearance effect, the SPSP title image G2 shown in FIG. 22 (A) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the first character image CA of the ally character and the strong enemy character image G202 of the strong enemy character are displayed in FIG. 22 (B). Is displayed. Then, a moving image in which those friendly characters and strong enemy characters battle is displayed, and as shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), the first character image CA of the character A is displayed at the final stage of the battle, and the production pattern is displayed. EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop in a manner suggesting a jackpot win. Thus, when the first special jackpot fluctuation is executed in the time saving state, the character images G113 and G114 of the ally character are displayed on the display unit 50a after the reach. Moreover, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are displayed in a manner suggesting a big hit, the character image G114 of the ally character is displayed on the display unit 50a together with the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3.

After the end of the first special jackpot fluctuation, the jackpot effect mode is started in accordance with the start of execution of the jackpot game Z. Specifically, the opening effect is executed in accordance with the execution of the jackpot OP of the jackpot game Z. After that, the execution of the second round effect shown in FIG. 26 (A) is started in accordance with the execution of the first round game of the jackpot game Z. In the second round effect, the character image G120 and the character image G121 described above are displayed on the display unit 50a, and the player is notified to pass the game ball through the specific area 16 in the second special winning opening 15. Therefore, the player can recognize that the specific area 16 can pass during the execution of the first round game, and further, the game ball can be passed through the open specific area 16. There is.

The ally character appearing in the second round production at this time is the same as the character appearing in the character appearance production in the special figure variation production immediately before that. Specifically, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 26 (A) is a character image of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character A shown by the first character image CA of G113 (FIG. 22 (B)).

Further, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 27 (A) is the character image G113 (character image G113) of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character B shown by the second character image CB in FIG. 23 (A).

Further, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 27 (B) is the character image G113 (character image G113) of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character C shown by the third character image CC in FIG. 23 (B).

Further, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 27C is the character image G113 (character image G113 of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character D shown by the fourth character image CD in FIG. 23 (C).

Further, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 27 (D) is the character image G113 (character image G113) of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character E shown by the fifth character image CE in FIG. 23 (D).

Further, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 27 (E) is the character image G113 (character image G113) of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character F shown by the sixth character image CF in FIG. 23 (E).

Further, the ally character of the character image G120 appearing in the second round effect shown in FIG. 27 (G) is the character image G113 (character image G113) of the character appearance effect in the first special jackpot variation performed immediately before the execution of the jackpot game Z. It is the same as the character G shown by the seventh character image CG in FIG. 23 (F).

As described above, by executing the second round effect accompanying the jackpot game Z, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a manner suggesting the jackpot winning, and the character appearance effect in which the character of the second round effect has appeared is displayed. It is possible to remind (remember) the player. Therefore, the player can enjoy the special game while having a happy feeling.

4-4-2. In the case of a jackpot game after the second special jackpot fluctuation When the second special jackpot fluctuation is executed in a short time state, as in the case of the first special jackpot fluctuation, first, as shown in FIG. Fluctuations begin. However, unlike the first special jackpot fluctuation, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are temporarily stopped in a manner suggesting the jackpot winning as shown in FIG. 25 (B-2) without reaching, and FIG. 25 (B-2). As shown in C-2), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped in a manner suggesting a big hit.

After the end of the second special jackpot fluctuation, as in the case of the first special jackpot fluctuation, the jackpot effect mode is started at the start of execution of the jackpot game Z, and in accordance with the execution of the first round game of the jackpot game Z, FIG. 26 The execution of the second round effect shown in (A) is started. Therefore, the player can recognize that the specific area 16 can be passed during the execution of the first round game, as in the case after the first special jackpot fluctuation, and further, the specific area 16 being opened can be recognized. It is possible to pass the game ball.

The ally character appearing in the second round effect at this time is the character A belonging to the first group. In the case of the second special jackpot fluctuation, unlike the first special jackpot fluctuation described above, the character appearance effect is not executed in the special figure variation effect. That is, in that case, the character appearance effect is not executed, and there is no ally character that appears before the execution of the jackpot game Z. Therefore, the character A, which is a specific ally character, is supposed to appear in the second round effect executed in the jackpot game Z after the second special jackpot change. Therefore, by executing such a second round effect, the player can surely insert the game ball into the specific area 16.

<Effect of the first embodiment>
Hereinafter, the effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be described.

(1) According to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the character appearance production in which the character of the second round production was performed before the execution of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z is performed. It is possible to remind (remember) the player. For example, when character A appears in the second round production, the first character in which the same character A appears together with the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a mode (doublet) that suggests a big hit, which was performed immediately before that. Players can recall the appearance production. Further, for example, when character B appears in the second round production, the second character appearance production in which the same character B appears together with the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a mode suggesting a big hit, which was performed immediately before that. Can be recalled by the player. That is, when the second round effect is executed, it is possible to remind the character appearance effect in which the same character appears together with the doublet effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. Therefore, the player can re-recognize that the jackpot game Z is currently being performed through the execution of the character appearance effect, and can enjoy the jackpot game Z while biting the joy of becoming the jackpot game Z. ing.

Further, in the present embodiment, one of a plurality of types (7 types) of characters appears in the character appearance production, and even in the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z after the character appearance production is executed, One of the seven types of characters appears. Therefore, when the same character as the character appearance production appears as the character of the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z, it is possible to make the player aware of the relationship between the character appearance production and the second round production. Is. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's attention to the second round production of the jackpot game Z, which is executed after the special figure variation production in the successful mode including the character appearance production.

(2) Further, since the second round production is performed during the execution of the predetermined round game (first round game) of the jackpot game Z, the player is determined by winning the second big winning opening 15. While getting the payout of the game ball, it is possible to surely re-recognize that the jackpot game Z is being performed through the execution of the character appearance production. Therefore, it is possible to further enjoy the jackpot game Z while further biting the joy of becoming the jackpot game Z.

In particular, since the second round effect will be performed at a relatively early timing during the execution of the jackpot game Z, specifically, the first round game, the effect symbol EZ1 in the mode (doublet) suggesting the winning of the jackpot. , EZ2, EZ3, and the character appearance effect in which the same character as the second round effect appeared is easy to remind the player. Therefore, it is easy for the player to re-recognize that the jackpot game Z is being performed after the character appearance production is executed, and it is even more enjoyable to enjoy the jackpot game Z while biting the joy of becoming the jackpot game Z. It is possible.

(3) Further, when the first round game is executed, it is possible to attract the player's attention to the characters appearing in the second round production. Therefore, it is possible to more reliably remind the player of the character appearance effect performed before the execution of the jackpot game Z. Therefore, it is easy for the player to re-recognize that the jackpot game Z is being performed after the character appearance production is executed, and it is even more possible to enjoy the jackpot game Z while biting the joy of becoming the jackpot game Z. It has become.

(4) Further, after the first character appearance production in which the character A appears is performed, the jackpot game Z in which the character A appears is performed, and after the second character appearance production in which the character B appears is performed. Is a jackpot game Z in which the character B appears. That is, among a plurality of ally characters that can appear, the same character as that of the character appearance production appears as the character that appears in the second round production accompanying the jackpot game Z. Therefore, it is possible to make the player aware of the relationship between the character appearance effect and the second round effect. Therefore, in the second round production executed after the character appearance production, it is possible to make a character familiar to the player (new in memory) appear, and the player can pay attention to this second round production. ing.

(5) Further, the plurality of types of characters in the character appearance effect are the character A of the first group consisting of some types, and the characters B and C of the second group consisting of types other than the characters of the first group. , Character D, character E, character F, and character G. Then, when the character appearance effect is not performed during the execution of the special figure variation effect, and the jackpot game Z is performed after the character appearance effect is not performed, the second round effect accompanying the jackpot game Z is performed. The character that appears is the character A of the first group. According to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 with this configuration, when the jackpot game Z is performed after the character appearance production is performed, the character that appeared in the character appearance production appears in the second round production, whereas the character appears. If the jackpot game Z is performed after the production is not performed, a fixed character (character A) appears in the second round production. Therefore, regardless of whether or not the character appearance effect is executed, it is possible to reliably execute the second round effect along with the jackpot game Z.

<Examples of modification of the basic embodiment and the first embodiment>
Hereinafter, a modified example of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the basic embodiment or the first embodiment will be described. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above-described embodiment and the following modified examples can be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in the present specification.

In the first embodiment, the character appearance effect in which one of the plurality of types of characters appears is referred to as the "first character effect" according to the present invention. However, a character appearance effect in which two or more types of characters (and characters of a type that does not reach a plurality of types) appear among a plurality of types of characters may be referred to as a "first character effect".

Further, in the first embodiment, the second round effect associated with the jackpot game Z (special game) in which one of a plurality of types of characters appears is referred to as the "second character effect" according to the present invention. However, the second round effect in which two or more types of characters (and characters of a type that does not reach a plurality of types) appear among the plurality of types of characters may be referred to as a "second character effect".

Further, in the first embodiment, seven types of characters can appear in the character appearance effect (first character effect), but two to six types, or eight or more types may be used.

Further, the second round effect in which characters of the same type appearing in the character appearance effect (first character effect) before execution is defined as the "second character effect" according to the present invention. However, the characters appearing in the second character production may include the characters appearing in the first character production. Specifically, for example, in the first character production, two or more types of characters among a plurality of types of characters may be included. When appearing, a character appearance effect in which some types of characters appearing in the first character effect may be referred to as a "second character effect".

Further, in the first embodiment, the first special winning opening 14 and the second large winning opening 15 are designated as the "specific winning opening" according to the present invention. However, the first large winning opening 14 of the first large winning opening 14 and the second large winning opening 15 may be designated as a "specific winning opening". In this case, it may be a special game including one or a plurality of round games (open games) in which only the first large winning opening 14 is open. Alternatively, the second major winning opening 15 of the first major winning opening 14 and the second major winning opening 15 may be designated as the "specific winning opening". In this case, it may be a special game including one or more round games (open games) in which only the second big winning opening 15 is open.

Further, in the first embodiment, the jackpot game Z including a plurality of round games (open games) opened by the second big winning opening 15 (specific winning opening) is defined as a "special game" according to the present invention. However, a jackpot game including one open game in which the specific winning opening is opened may be referred to as a "special game".

Further, in the first embodiment, the second round effect (second character effect) is performed during the execution of the first round game (predetermined open game) of the jackpot game Z (special game). However, in the special game including a plurality of open games, the second character effect may be performed during the execution of the second and subsequent open games.

Further, in the first embodiment, during the execution of the first round game (predetermined open game) of the jackpot game Z (special game), the specific area 16 (specific winning opening) in the second winning opening 15 (specific winning opening) is executed. The configuration is such that the game ball can pass through the specific area). However, the game ball may be configured to pass through a specific area in the specific winning opening during the execution of the round game (open game) after the second round. In the case of such a configuration, the second round effect (second character effect) may be performed during the execution of the open game in which the game ball can pass through the specific area in the specific winning opening. Alternatively, the second character effect may be performed during the execution of the open game in which the game ball cannot pass through the specific area in the specific winning opening.

Further, in the first embodiment, the second round effect (second character effect) is performed during the execution of the round game (open game) of the jackpot game Z (special game). However, the second character effect may be performed during the execution of the jackpot opening of the special game. Further, the second character effect may be performed during the execution of the jackpot ending of the special game. Further, the second character effect may be performed during the interval between the two open games of the special game.

Further, in the first embodiment, the character appearance effect (first character effect) is performed in the SPSP reach of the special figure variation effect. However, the first character effect may be executed by an effect other than the SPSP reach in the special figure variation effect, such as the normal variation of the special figure variation effect, the reach, and the SP reach.

Further, in the first embodiment, the specific area 16 (specific area) is provided in the second large winning opening 15 (specific winning opening). However, a specific area may be provided in the first large winning opening 14 (specific winning opening). Alternatively, there may be a configuration in which the specific winning opening does not have a specific area.

Further, in the first embodiment, the second character effect is such that the character appearing in the second round effect (second character effect) aims to pass through the specific area 16 (specific area). However, for example, the character appearing in the second character production is a specific area such as the general winning opening 10, the first starting opening 11, the second starting opening 12, the gate 13, the first major winning opening 14, or the second major winning opening 15. It may be a second character production with contents aiming at entering a ball into a ball other than the entry port. Further, for example, the second character appearance effect may be such that the character appearing in the second character effect does not urge the player to do anything (that is, the content that simply appears).

Further, in the first embodiment, one type of character (character A) among the plurality of types of characters is designated as the "character of the first group" according to the present invention. However, two or more types of characters (and characters of a type that does not reach a plurality of types) among a plurality of types of characters may be defined as "characters of the first group". In such a case, for example, a configuration in which one of two or more types of characters appears in order (appears in a rotation) for each execution of the second character effect can be mentioned. Further, for example, there is a configuration in which one of two or more types of characters appears by lottery each time the second character effect is executed. In the lottery, the appearance rates of two or more types of characters may be equal or different.

Further, in the first embodiment, a plurality of types of characters are divided into two groups, a character in the first group and a character in the second group. For example, a character in the first group, a character in the second group, and a character in the third group. It may be divided into four, the first group of characters, the second group of characters, the third group of characters, and the fourth group of characters. That is, a plurality of types of characters may be divided into three or more.

Further, in the first embodiment, the jackpot game Z (special game) is performed after the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped in a manner of promptly suggesting the jackpot winning without the appearance of a character. The case was defined as "a case where a special game is performed after a decorative pattern effect in which the first character effect is not performed" according to the present invention. However, without being limited to this, for example, when a special game is performed after executing a special figure variation effect including reach without a character appearing, "a special game is performed after a decorative pattern effect in which the first character effect is not performed". Is performed. "

Further, in the first embodiment, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the character image G133 of the ally character is displayed in a manner suggesting that the jackpot is won. That is, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a big hit, the character appearance effect (first character effect) is performed in parallel. However, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a big hit, the first character effect may not be performed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a loss, and the strong enemy character image G203 of the strong enemy character is displayed. That is, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting loss, the character appearance effect (first character effect) is performed in parallel. However, when the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting loss, the first character effect may not be performed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the ally characters (character A, character B, character C, character D, character E, character F, and character) appearing in the battle video of the character appearance effect (first character effect) in the successful mode. G) is configured to perform different operations. However, among the plurality of types of characters that can appear in the first character effect, two or more types of characters may perform the same operation in the first character effect.

Further, in the first embodiment, the character appearance effect (first character effect) is a display effect using an image, but a voice effect using voice may be used. Specifically, it may be a voice production using the voice of the character appearing in the first character production (for example, the voice of a voice actor). Further, the effect may be a combination of the display effect and the audio effect.

Further, in the first embodiment, the display effect using an image is used for the second round effect (second character effect), but a voice effect using voice may be used. Specifically, it may be a voice production using the voice of the character appearing in the second character production (for example, the voice of a voice actor). Further, the effect may be a combination of the display effect and the audio effect.

Further, in the first embodiment, the dialogue image G121 indicating the character string "pass the ball through a specific area!" Is used. However, the content of the dialogue image G121 may be any one that encourages the character appearing in the second round effect (second character effect) to pass through the specific area 16 (specific area), and the character string "balls in the specific area" may be used. It may be something other than "Let it pass!".

Further, in the first embodiment, the character image G122 indicating the character string “Congratulations!” Was used. However, the content of the character image G122 may be something other than the character string "Congratulations!". Further, the character image G122 may not be displayed.

Further, in the first embodiment, the ally characters (character A, character B, character C, character D, character E, character F and characters appearing in the second round production (second character production) of the jackpot game Z (special game) Character G) is configured to perform the same operation. However, among the plurality of types of characters that can appear in the second character effect, two or more types of characters may perform different operations. In such a case, for example, as an operation of the character, there is a configuration in which the content of the dialogue image G121 is different for each character.

Further, in the first embodiment, as the character appearance production (first character production) when the jackpot is won in a short time state, the second character appearance production is easier to be selected than the first character appearance production, and the second character appearance production is performed. It is easier to select the 3rd character appearance production than the 3rd character appearance production, the 4th character appearance production is easier to select than the 3rd character appearance production, the 5th character appearance production is easier to select than the 4th character appearance production, and the 5th character appearance The composition is such that the 6th character appearance production is easier to select than the production. However, as the character appearance effect in that case, for example, it is more difficult to select the second character appearance effect than the first character appearance effect, and it is more difficult to select the third character appearance effect than the second character appearance effect, so that the third character appears. Even if it is difficult to select the 4th character appearance production than the appearance production, the 5th character appearance production is more difficult to select than the 4th character appearance production, and the 6th character appearance production is more difficult to select than the 5th character appearance production. good. Further, as the character appearance effect in that case, for example, two or more types of character appearance effects may have the same distribution rate.

Further, in the first embodiment, it is more difficult to select the second character appearance production than the first character appearance production as the character appearance production (first character production) when the character is lost in a short time state, and the second character appearance production is used. Also, it is difficult to select the 3rd character appearance production, the 4th character appearance production is more difficult to select than the 3rd character appearance production, the 5th character appearance production is more difficult to select than the 4th character appearance production, and the 5th character appearance production. It is more difficult to select the 6th character appearance production than the 6th character appearance production, and it is more difficult to select the 7th character appearance production than the 6th character appearance production. However, as the character appearance effect in that case, for example, the second character appearance effect is easier to select than the first character appearance effect, the third character appearance effect is easier to select than the second character appearance effect, and the third character appears. The 4th character appearance production is easier to select than the appearance production, the 5th character appearance production is easier to select than the 4th character appearance production, the 6th character appearance production is easier to select than the 5th character appearance production, and the 6th The configuration may be such that the 7th character appearance production is easier to select than the character appearance production. Further, as the character appearance effect in that case, for example, two or more types of character appearance effects may have the same distribution rate. Further, the character having a relatively high distribution rate may be the main character in the ally character.

Further, in the first embodiment, the 3D liquid crystal display is used as the display unit 50a. However, for example, a 2D liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or an LED lamp may be used as the display unit.

Further, in the first embodiment, the gaming machine is provided with one display unit. However, for example, it may be a gaming machine provided with a plurality of display units.

Further, the time shown in each execution period shown in the first embodiment is an example, and may be other time.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the normal background image G102 is displayed in both the "low probability low base game state" and the "high probability low base game state", but the "low probability low base game state" is displayed. "And" high probability low base game state "may display different backgrounds. For example, in the "high-probability low-base gaming state", a background including an image suggesting a high-probability state may be displayed.

Further, in the basic embodiment, only the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a in parallel with the variable display of the special symbol, but in parallel with the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3. Other symbols may be variablely displayed on the display unit 50a. In this case, it is preferable that the size of the other symbols is smaller than the size of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3.

Further, in the basic embodiment, only the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variablely displayed on the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 in parallel with the variable display of the special figure. In parallel with EZ3, a display device other than the image display device 50 may display other symbols in a variable manner. For example, a dedicated LED for variable display of other symbols may be installed on the game board 1 so that the dedicated LED blinks during the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the first special figure and the second special figure are not variably displayed at the same time, and only one of them is variably displayed. At the same time, variable display may be performed.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the progress and effect of the game are controlled by separate control units, but the progress and effect of the game may be controlled by one control unit. .. For example, both the progress and the production of the game may be controlled only by the main control unit 100.

It is also possible to apply the gaming machine of the present invention to other ball gaming machines such as an arrange ball machine and a sparrow ball gaming machine.

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

The gaming machine according to the invention A1
A special game execution means (game control microcomputer 101 that controls the execution of the jackpot game) capable of executing a special game (big hit game) that is advantageous to the player, and
It is provided with an effect executing means (effect control unit 120) capable of executing a predetermined effect.
The effect executing means is
It is possible to execute a decorative symbol effect (display effect using the effect symbol) in which the decorative symbols (effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) are stopped and displayed after variable display.
It is possible to execute the first character effect (character appearance effect) in which a predetermined character (character A, character B, character C, character D, character E, character F, character G) appears.
Along with the execution of the special game, it is possible to execute a second character effect (second round effect) in which a predetermined character (character A, character B, character C, character D, character E, character F, character G) appears. can be,
The special game may be performed after the execution of the decorative pattern effect.
The first character effect may be performed during the execution of the decorative pattern effect.
When the special game is performed after the execution of the decorative symbol effect on which the first character effect is performed, the characters appearing in the second character effect accompanying the special game appear in the first character effect. It is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) characterized in that a character is included.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, it is possible to remind (remind) the player of the first character effect performed before that by executing the second character effect accompanying the special game. That is, when the second character effect is executed, it is possible to remind the first character effect that has already been performed. Therefore, the player can re-recognize that the special game is being performed after the execution of the first character effect, and can enjoy the special game while biting the joy of becoming the special game.

The gaming machine according to the invention A2
The gaming machine according to the invention A1.
A specific winning opening (1st big winning opening 14, 2nd big winning opening 15) that can be opened during the execution of the special game is provided.
The special game includes one or a plurality of open games (round games) in which the specific entrance is opened.
The second character production is
The gaming machine is characterized in that it is performed during the execution of the predetermined open game (first round game) of the special game.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the second character production is performed during the execution of the predetermined open game of the special game, so that the player obtains the payout by winning the specific winning opening and obtains the first. It is possible to surely re-recognize that the special game is being performed after the execution of the character production. Therefore, it is even more possible to enjoy the special game while further biting the joy of becoming a special game.

The gaming machine according to the invention A3
The gaming machine according to the invention A1 or the invention A2.
A specific area (16) is provided in the specific winning opening, and the specific area (16) is provided.
The specific area is
It becomes possible to pass during the execution of the predetermined open game of the special game.
The second character production is
It is a gaming machine characterized in that the character appearing in the second character production has a content that encourages passage to the specific area.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the predetermined open game is executed, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the character appearing in the second character production, and therefore, before the special game is executed. It is easy for the player to recollect the first character production performed. Therefore, it is easy for the player to re-recognize that the special game is being performed after the execution of the first character production, and it is possible to further enjoy the special game while biting the joy of becoming the special game.

The gaming machine according to the invention A4
The gaming machine according to the invention of any one of Invention A1, Invention A2, and Invention A3.
The first character production is
This is an effect in which one of a plurality of types of characters including the first character (character A) and the second character (character B) appears.
The second character production is
This is a production in which one of the plurality of types of characters appears.
After the execution of the decorative symbol effect in which the first character effect in which the first character appears is executed, the special game in which the first character appears is performed, and the first character effect in which the second character appears is performed. This is a gaming machine characterized in that the special game in which the second character appears is performed after the execution of the decorative symbol effect.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, after the execution of the decorative symbol production in which the first character effect in which the first character appears is executed, a special game in which the first character appears is performed, and the second character appears. After the execution of the decorative pattern effect in which the first character effect is performed, a special game in which the second character appears is performed. That is, among a plurality of characters that can appear, the same character as that of the first character effect appears as the character of the second character effect associated with the special game. Therefore, it is possible to make the player aware of the relationship between the first character effect and the second character effect. Therefore, in the second character production executed after the first character production, it is possible to make a character familiar to the player (new in memory) appear, and the player can pay attention to this second character production. be.

14 ... 1st Grand Prize (Specific Winner)
15 ... 2nd big prize opening (specific winning opening)
16 ... Specific area 100 ... Main control unit 101 ... Game control microcomputer 120 ... Production control unit (effect execution means)
121 ... Production control microcomputer EZ1 ... Left production design (decorative design)
EZ2 ... Medium production design (decorative design)
EZ3 ... Right production design (decorative design)
PY1 ... Pachinko game machine (game machine)

Claims (4)

A special game execution means that can execute a special game that is advantageous to the player,
Equipped with an effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined effect,
The effect executing means is
It is possible to execute a decorative pattern effect that stops and displays the decorative pattern after variable display.
It is possible to execute the first character effect in which a predetermined character appears,
Along with the execution of the special game, it is possible to execute a second character effect in which a predetermined character appears.
The special game may be performed after the execution of the decorative pattern effect.
The first character effect may be performed during the execution of the decorative pattern effect.
When the special game is performed after the execution of the decorative symbol effect on which the first character effect is performed, the characters appearing in the second character effect accompanying the special game appear in the first character effect. A gaming machine characterized in that a character is included. The gaming machine according to claim 1.
Equipped with a specific winning opening that can be opened during the execution of the special game
The special game includes one or a plurality of open games in which the specific entrance is opened.
The second character production is
A gaming machine characterized in that it is performed during the execution of a predetermined open game of the special game. The gaming machine according to claim 2.
A specific area is provided in the specific winning opening,
The specific area is
It becomes possible to pass during the execution of the predetermined open game of the special game.
The second character production is
A gaming machine characterized in that a character appearing in the second character production has a content that encourages passage to the specific area. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3.
The first character production is
It is an effect in which one of a plurality of types of characters including the first character and the second character appears.
The second character production is
This is a production in which one of the plurality of types of characters appears.
After the execution of the decorative symbol effect in which the first character effect in which the first character appears is executed, the special game in which the first character appears is performed, and the first character effect in which the second character appears is performed. A gaming machine characterized in that the special game in which the second character appears is performed after the execution of the decorative symbol effect.

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