JP2021153818A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To improve the amusement of a game machine in which big wins occur continually.SOLUTION: A presentation control CPU 120 causes a display of, when in first half big wins in continuous big wins, a big win acquisition ball display in a first display area 03TM310A and a first enlarged display area 03TM310B, but causes a display of, when in second half big wins in the continuous big wins, the big win acquisition ball display in a second display area 03TM320A and a second enlarged display area 03TM320B that are areas larger than the first display area 03TM310A and the first enlarged display area 03TM310B. Thereby, the big win acquisition ball display in the second half big wins is made to be a more emphasized mode than the big win acquisition ball display in the first half big wins.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-6

Description

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

For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a gaming machine capable of performing an effect called a hold continuous notification effect when it is shown that the hold storage information is a small hit or a symbol big hit. Further, in Patent Document 2, a gaming machine that executes an effect that gives the player the impression that one major role game continues for a long time, instead of actually performing two major role games in quick succession. Is disclosed.

JP-A-2018-99308 (paragraph 0267) JP-A-2015-33493 (paragraph 0435)

As disclosed in Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2, there is room for improving the interest of a gaming machine that is controlled to an advantageous state in favor of a player and then controlled to an advantageous state again.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to improve the interest in a gaming machine that is controlled to an advantageous state and then controlled to an advantageous state again.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
An advantageous state for the player, in which a predetermined game value (more balls than can be given in the small hit game state) can be given by a plurality of unit games (two or more round games). A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to (big hit gaming state).
An effect execution means (CPU 120 for effect control) capable of executing an effect, and
A display means (image display device 5) is provided.
There are cases where the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then controlled to the advantageous state, and when the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then not controlled to the advantageous state (10R jackpot x 2 = 3000 balls, 10R). Big hit x 1 = 1500 balls in some cases),
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the specific display (big hit ball output display) regarding the game value given in the advantageous state on the display means (image display device 5).
When controlled to the advantageous state after being controlled to the advantageous state, a special effect (BIG SNIPE BONUS) can be executed from the previous advantageous state to the later advantageous state.
When the special effect is executed, the specific display is displayed on the display means in the first aspect in the advantageous state, and the specific display is emphasized more than in the first aspect in the later advantageous state. It is possible to display on the display means in two modes (in the latter half jackpot, the jackpot payout display is displayed in a mode emphasized more than the first half jackpot (the display area of the jackpot payout display is large, etc.)).
It is characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a special feeling when the player is controlled to the advantageous state after being controlled to the advantageous state, and by emphasizing the specific display in the later advantageous state, a large game can be played. You can improve your interest by making you strongly aware that value has been added.

It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards mounted on a pachinko gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the feature part 03TM. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the big hit determination table and the small hit determination table in the feature unit 03TM. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit type determination table and the small hit type determination table in the feature part 03TM. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the variation pattern table in the feature part 03TM. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the game flow in the feature part 03TM. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the production mode regarding a prize-winning production. It is a time chart which shows the execution timing of the production about the continuous jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode concerning a continuous jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode concerning a continuous jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode concerning a continuous jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode concerning a continuous jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode concerning a continuous jackpot. It is a time chart which shows the execution timing of the effect about a discontinuous big hit. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode regarding a discontinuous big hit. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode regarding a discontinuous big hit.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Further, in the image display device 5, one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays by temporarily stopping the decorative symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol and then restarting the variable display. The pseudo-continuous production may be executed.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic explanation is a pay-out type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winning, but the gaming media are enclosed and points are given based on the occurrence of winning. It may be an enclosed gaming machine.

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

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

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

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

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

[Explanation of feature 03TM]
Next, the feature unit 03TM will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-1 to 8-15. In the present embodiment, the gaming state is controlled to either a normal state (non-time saving state) or a time saving state. In this example, in the time saving state, by lengthening the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B as compared with the normal state, it becomes easier for the game ball to win the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening). Compared to the normal state, the probability of becoming a "normal figure hit" in the normal figure game is higher. For example, in the normal state, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is 16 ms, whereas in the time saving state, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 6B is 5800 ms, so that the variable winning ball device 6B (second starting winning opening) can be used. It becomes easier for the game ball to win a prize. Not limited to such an aspect, for example, in the time saving state, the average special figure fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state, and the average normal map fluctuation time is shortened as compared with the normal state. In the normal state, the probability of hitting a normal figure is 10%, whereas in the time saving state, the probability of hitting a normal figure may be increased to 90%.

In this example, the variation display of the second special symbol is likely to be executed in the time saving state, but the small hit probability is increased when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed as described later. Since it is configured, the time saving state is a state in which it is easy to be controlled by the small hit game state.

In the present embodiment, a continuous jackpot (BIG SNIPE BONUS) is obtained by continuously connecting a jackpot based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state and a jackpot based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the normal state after the jackpot ends. It is possible to perform an effect that suggests the occurrence while the special symbol is changing.

(Board composition)
FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment. In the pachinko game machine 1 of the present embodiment, in the game area, the first path of the flow path through which the game ball flows down is mainly provided in the area on the left side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front, and the game ball. A second path, which is different from the first path, is mainly provided in the area on the right side of the image display device 5 when viewed from the front.

Hitting the game ball into the left side area (left side game area) of the image display device 5 in order to allow the game ball to flow down the first path is called left-handed hitting. Hitting the game ball into the right side area (right side game area) of the image display device 5 in order to allow the game ball to flow down the second path is called right-handed hitting. Since the first route is a route in which the game ball can flow down by driving the game ball on the left side of the game area, it may be called a left-handed route. Further, the second route is a route in which the game ball can flow down by driving the game ball on the right side of the game area, and therefore may be called a right-handed route.

The first route and the second route may be configured by different routes, or may be partially shared routes. The left game area and the right game area may be separated by, for example, the end face of the image display device 5 in the game area, the arrangement of the game nails, and the like.

When the game ball launched from the ball striking device and driven into the game area in response to the operation of the ball striking operation handle 30, is guided to the left game area, for example, along the arrangement of the game nails. Therefore, it becomes impossible or difficult to guide to the right game area. Further, when the game ball is guided to the right game area, for example, by being guided along the arrangement of the game nails, it becomes impossible or difficult to guide the game ball to the left game area.

A winning ball device 6A constituting the first starting winning opening is provided as a structure capable of entering the game ball divided into the left gaming area in the gaming area.

As a structure in which the game ball divided into the right game area of the game area can enter, the passing gate 41, the variable winning ball device 6B constituting the second starting winning opening, and the special variable forming the large winning opening A winning ball device 7 is provided.

In the left game area, a game nail is planted so that the game ball is guided to the winning ball device 6A in the winning opening structure. Therefore, when aiming to allow the game ball to enter the winning ball device 6A, the player may hit the game ball to the left. Further, in the right game area, game nails are planted so that the game ball is guided to the variable winning ball device 6B, the passing gate 41, and the special variable winning ball device 7 in the winning opening structure. Therefore, when aiming to allow the game ball to enter the variable winning ball device 6B, the passing gate 41, and the special variable winning ball device 7, the player may hit the game ball to the right.

It should be noted that there is a possibility that the game ball struck in the right game area may enter the winning ball device 6A, but from the viewpoint of game playability, the possibility is the game struck in the left game area. It is desirable to make it extremely low compared to the likelihood that the spheres will enter them. On the contrary, there is a possibility that the game ball hit in the left game area may enter the passing gate 41 and the variable winning ball device 6B, but from the viewpoint of game playability, the possibility is right. It is desirable to make it extremely low compared to the possibility that the game balls hit in the game area will enter them.

The big winning opening is also a device for determining the V winning of the game ball, which is a condition for generating a big hit when a small hit occurs. Specifically, in the present embodiment, when the small hit game state is controlled, the small hit game ball enters the large winning opening during the small hit game state and is detected by the count switch 23. After the end of the hit game, it is controlled to the big hit game state.

In this example, in the small hit game state, the count switch 23 for detecting that the game ball has entered the large winning opening (for paying out the winning ball corresponding to the winning in the large winning opening) is used. A big hit occurs when a game ball is detected. Not limited to such a form, a V winning opening (also referred to as a V area) is provided in the large winning opening (for example, downstream of the large winning opening), and a game ball enters the V winning opening. A V switch for detecting this may be provided separately from the count switch 23 so that a big hit occurs when the entry of the game ball is detected by the V switch in the small hit game state.

For example, on the downstream side of the count switch 23 in the large winning opening, a specific route through which the game ball flows down to the V winning opening side and another route (excretion route) are provided, and the specific route is specifically variable. It is assumed that the device repeats opening and closing at a predetermined cycle. Then, in the closed state by the specific variable device, the game ball that has entered the large winning opening is guided to another route without entering the specific route, and in the open state by the specific variable device, the game ball that has entered the large winning opening It is possible to enter a specific route.

That is, in the small hit game state, the game ball that has entered the large winning opening may flow down to a specific route or to another route after being detected by the count switch 23, and may flow down to the specific route. Only when it is detected by the V switch, a big hit occurs.

In this example, the variable device for small hits and the variable device for big hits are common (both are special variable winning ball devices 7), but the present invention is not limited to such a form and is for small hits. The variable device and the variable device for big hit may be provided separately. Then, the above-mentioned V winning opening is provided in the small hit winning opening, and the above-mentioned specific variable device is provided. In the closed state by the specific variable device, the game ball that has entered the small hit winning opening is specified. In the open state of being guided to another route without entering the route and being opened by the specific variable device, the game ball that has entered the winning opening for small hits may be able to enter the specific route. That is, in the small hit game state, the game ball that has entered the small hit winning opening may flow down to a specific route or to another route after being detected by the small hit count switch. Yes, it may be detected by the V switch only when it flows down to a specific route, and a big hit may occur (the big winning opening is opened).

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, in addition to the board surface configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1 shown in FIG. 1, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed LED002IW10 is provided below the normal drawing hold indicator 25C. It is provided. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-1, a right-handed notification LED 002IW20 is provided on the right side of the image display device 5.

Further, the main board 11 in the present embodiment has a space for mounting an external output signal terminal for outputting an external output signal, a land required for soldering the external output signal terminal, a land, and a CPU 103. There is a wiring pattern that connects to and. External output signal terminals are attached and detached as needed.

(Movable body 03TM100)
In the present embodiment, the movable body 03TM100, which is an accessory, is provided in the vicinity (lower left) of the image display device 5. The movable body 03TM100 operates between the initial position and the effect position (position standing at an angle of about 45 degrees) according to the control of the effect control board 12.

For example, the movable body 03TM100 operates in the order of initial position → effect position → initial position, operates in the order of initial position → effect position → initial position → effect position → initial position, or between the initial position → initial position and effect position. State (temporarily stopped) → operation with the effect position, or effect position → state between the initial position and the effect position (temporary stop) → operate with the initial position.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8-1, when the movable body 03TM100 is in the initial position, the movable body 03TM100 is not positioned in front of the image display device 5. That is, in the present embodiment, when the movable body 03TM100 is in the initial position, it does not overlap the area of the image display device 5 and does not affect the visibility of the image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. It has become.

On the other hand, the movable body 03TM100 is positioned in front of the image display device 5 in the process of operating the movable body 03TM100 from the initial position to the effect position or when the movable body 03TM100 is in the effect position. That is, in the present embodiment, the process in which the movable body 03TM100 operates from the initial position to the effect position, or when the movable body 03TM100 is in the effect position, the movable body 03TM100 overlaps the area of the image display device 5 and is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. It is configured to affect the visibility of the resulting image. In this example, the movable body 03TM100 is in the initial position during the period when the first special effect described later is executed, and the movable body 03TM100 is in the effect position during the period when the second special effect described later is executed. And.

Further, in the present embodiment, the movable body 03TM100 is provided with the movable body LED, and a predetermined timing when moving from the initial position to the effect position or when the movable body is in the effect position (in this example, a winning effect of the jackpot game). The structure is such that a light emitting effect (hereinafter, also referred to as a white light emitting effect) that causes the movable LED to emit white light can be executed in (middle). In addition, a different production mode may be provided as the mode of the light emission effect. For example, there may be an effect mode in which the movable body LED provided in the movable body 03TM100 emits red light.

Further, in the present embodiment, the movable body 03TM100 is composed of a circular movable portion and an axial movable portion, and a predetermined timing when moving from the initial position to the effect position or when the movable body 03TM100 is in the effect position (in this example). , The timing immediately before the end of the round of the big hit game) is configured to be able to execute the rotation effect of rotating the circular movable part.

(Logo panel 03TM200)
In the present embodiment, the logo panel 03TM200 is provided in the vicinity (lower part) of the image display device 5. In the present embodiment, the logo panel 03TM200 is provided with a panel LED, and as a configuration capable of executing a rainbow-colored light emitting effect that causes the panel LED to emit rainbow-colored light at a predetermined timing (in this example, a continuous jackpot game period). There is.

(Positional relationship between movable body and logo panel)
In the present embodiment, the logo panel 03TM200 is arranged on the front side (player side) of the movable body 03TM100. When the movable body 03TM100 is in the initial position, the movable body 03TM100 is located on the rear side (game machine side) of the logo panel 03TM200, so that the visibility from the player is reduced (Fig.). 8-8). On the other hand, when the movable body 03TM100 is in the effect position, the movable body 03TM100 is located above the area where the logo panel 03TM200 is arranged, so that the movable body 03TM100 is visible to the player.

[Big hit judgment table, small hit judgment table]
FIG. 8-2 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a big hit determination table and a small hit determination table in the present embodiment. Of these, FIG. 8-2 (A) shows an example of a jackpot determination table. In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2, the probability is about 1/319 regardless of whether the variable display of the first special symbol is executed or the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. It is decided to make a big hit.

FIG. 8-2 (B) shows an example of a small hit determination table when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed. Further, FIG. 8-2 (C) shows an example of a small hit determination table when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed. As shown in FIG. 8-2 (B), in this example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the small hit probability is 0%. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-2 (C), in this example, when the variation display of the second special symbol is executed, it is determined that the small hit is made with a probability of about 1 / 1.5. That is, when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed, the remaining ratio is deviated.

[Big hit type judgment table, small hit type judgment table]
8-3 (A) to 8-3 (D) are explanatory views showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101 in the present embodiment. Of these, FIG. 8-3 (A) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol in the normal state (low base state). FIG. 8-3 (B) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol in the time saving state (high base state). Further, FIG. 8-3 (C) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol in the normal state. FIG. 8-3 (D) shows a specific example of the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol in the time saving state.

8-3 (E) and 8-3 (F) are explanatory views showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101 in the present embodiment. Of these, FIG. 8-3 (E) shows a specific example of the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol in the normal state. FIG. 8-3 (F) shows a specific example of the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol in the time saving state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (A), the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol in the normal state becomes a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. Based on this, it is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot to be one of "2R time-saving jackpot A", "3R time-saving jackpot A", or "3R normal jackpot".

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (B), the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol in the time saving state becomes a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. Based on this, it is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot to be either "2R time-saving jackpot B" or "3R time-saving jackpot B".

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (C), the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol in the normal state becomes a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is the jackpot symbol. Based on this, it is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot as "10R time saving jackpot".

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (D), the jackpot type determination table for the second special symbol in the time saving state becomes a random number for type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is the jackpot symbol. Based on this, it is a table referred to for determining the type of jackpot as "10R normal jackpot".

8-3 (E) and 8-3 (F) are explanatory views showing a small hit type determination table stored in the ROM 101. Of these, FIG. 8-3 (E) shows a specific example of the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol in the normal state. FIG. 8-3 (F) shows a specific example of the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol in the time saving state.

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (E), the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol in the normal state is used for the type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is the small hit symbol. It is a table referred to for determining the type of small hit as "small hit D" based on a random number.

As shown in FIG. 8-3 (F), the small hit type determination table for the second special symbol in the time saving state is used for the type determination when it is determined that the variable display result is the small hit symbol. It is a table referred to for determining the type of small hit to "small hit E" based on a random number.

Regardless of which type of time-saving big hit or time-saving small hit is controlled, when the time-saving state is entered, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed 100 times in total. The time saving state is maintained until the next small hit or big hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

In this way, after the big hit game state of "2R time saving big hit", "3R time saving big hit", "10R time saving big hit", or "small hit D via big hit", it is controlled to the time saving state, and "3R normal big hit", "3R normal big hit", " After the big hit game state of "10R normal big hit" or "big hit via small hit E", it is controlled to the normal state.

The "2R time-saving jackpot" includes "2R time-saving jackpot A" and "2R time-saving jackpot B", and the "3R time-saving jackpot" includes "3R time-saving jackpot A" and "3R time-saving jackpot B".

"2R time saving big hit A" and "2R time saving big hit B" are big hits that are controlled to the big hit gaming state of two rounds and shift to the time saving state after the end of the big hit gaming state. Regardless of whether it is "2R time saving jackpot A" or "2R time saving jackpot B" in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol The time saving state is maintained until the fluctuation display is completed 100 times in total or the next small hit or big hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

The "3R time-saving jackpot A" and the "3R time-saving jackpot B" are jackpots that are controlled to a jackpot gaming state of three rounds and shift to a time-saving state after the jackpot gaming state ends. Regardless of whether the "3R time saving jackpot A" or "3R time saving jackpot B" is reached in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol are displayed. The time saving state is maintained until the fluctuation display is completed 100 times in total or the next small hit or big hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

The "10R time-saving jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the jackpot game state of 10 rounds and shifts to the time-saving state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Regardless of whether the "10R time saving jackpot" is reached in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed 100 times in total. Or, the time saving state is maintained until the next small hit or big hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

The "3R normal jackpot" is a jackpot that controls the jackpot game state of three rounds and shifts to the normal state after the end of the jackpot game state. Regardless of whether the "3R normal jackpot" is reached in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the normal state is entered, the normal state is maintained until the next jackpot occurs.

The "10R normal jackpot" is a jackpot that is controlled to a jackpot gaming state of 10 rounds and shifts to the normal state after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Regardless of whether the "10R normal jackpot" is reached in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the normal state is entered, the normal state is maintained until the next jackpot occurs.

"Small hit D" is a small hit that is controlled to a 9-round big hit game state on condition that a V prize is generated in the small hit game state, and shifts to a time saving state after the end of the big hit game state. Regardless of whether the "small hit D" is reached in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the time saving state is entered, the variation display of the first special symbol and the variation display of the second special symbol are completed 100 times in total. Or, the time saving state is maintained until the next small hit or big hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol.

"Small hit E" is a small hit that is controlled to a 9-round big hit game state on condition that a V prize is generated in the small hit game state, and shifts to a normal state after the end of the big hit game state. Regardless of whether the "small hit E" is obtained in either the normal state or the time saving state, when the normal state is entered, the normal state is maintained until the next big hit occurs.

In addition, the control content and the effect content for each of the big hit type and the small hit type will be described.

[Look-ahead challenge production]
In the present embodiment, it is possible to execute a look-ahead notice effect that suggests that the display result of the variable display (variable display in which execution is suspended) before execution is a big hit or a small hit (a big hit occurs). In the example shown below, the look-ahead challenge effect can be executed as the look-ahead notice effect.

In the present embodiment, the game state is controlled to the time saving state (the time saving flag is set), and the variation display of the second special symbol in which the display result is "big hit" or "small hit" is executed. Variable display before execution (variable display in which execution is suspended) based on the hold storage information (random value for determining the display result extracted at the start winning prize, etc.) stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 during the period. ) Is displayed as either "big hit" or "small hit".

In this example, when the game state is controlled to the time saving state, the electric chew winning promotion is promoted for 20 seconds after the variable display of the second special symbol whose display result is "big hit" or "small hit" is started. The effect is executed, but within the period during which the electric chew prize promotion effect is being executed (for example, when the electric chew prize promotion effect is started), the display result of the variable display before execution is "big hit" or "small hit". "Is determined.

It should be noted that the timing for determining the display result of the variable display before execution is not limited to the period during which the electric chew winning promotion effect is executed, and the display result is "big hit" when the game state is controlled to the time saving state. It may be any timing in the period during which the variation display of the second special symbol that becomes "small hit" is executed.

In this example, it is possible to execute a mode selection effect that causes the player to select the effect mode during the ending period of the time saving jackpot. The effect according to the effect mode set here is performed in the controlled time saving state. In this example, in the mode selection effect, there is a "destroy mode" that aims to defeat (destroy) all enemy characters by fighting with multiple enemy characters, and a battle with a single enemy character to destroy the enemy character. You can select the "blow mode" that aims to defeat the player with a single blow. For example, in the variation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, it is possible to execute the look-ahead challenge effect of the effect content according to the effect mode selected here. The look-ahead challenge effect in this example is a suggestion effect that suggests whether or not the second reserved memory, which is a small hit or a big hit, is stored.

As the look-ahead challenge production, there are a "annihilation challenge" according to the "annihilation mode" and a "blow challenge" according to the "blow mode". In the "annihilation challenge", it is suggested that the second hold memory that becomes a small hit or a big hit if you battle with multiple enemy characters and win all the enemy characters is stored, and if you can not win all the confrontations This is an effect suggesting that the second reserved memory, which is a small hit or a big hit, is not stored. In the "one-shot challenge", it is suggested that the second hold memory that confronts the enemy character only once and wins the confrontation is a small hit or a big hit is stored, and if the confrontation cannot be won, a small hit or a big hit This is an effect that suggests that the second reserved memory is not stored. Hereinafter, it is "successful" that it is suggested that the second hold memory, which is a small hit or a big hit when the look-ahead challenge effect is performed, is stored, and the second, which is a small hit or a big hit when the look-ahead challenge effect is performed. It is sometimes called "failure" that it is suggested that the reserved memory is not stored.

Further, as the effect mode of the look-ahead challenge effect, a high expectation mode in which the second hold memory which is a small hit or a big hit is stored and a second hold memory which is a small hit or a big hit are stored. A low expectation mode with a low expectation is provided.

That is, in this example, as the production pattern of the look-ahead challenge production, the success / failure pattern of the “annihilation challenge” in the high expectation mode, the success / failure pattern of the “annihilation challenge” in the low expectation mode, and the high expectation mode. The success / failure pattern of the "blow challenge" and the success / failure pattern of the "blow challenge" in the low expectation mode are provided.

Specifically, in the annihilation mode, if it is a small hit / big hit type accompanied by a look-ahead challenge effect in a low reliability mode, a display such as "Kill 3000 people!" Is displayed and the look-ahead challenge effect proceeds. Then, if it is a small hit / big hit type of a success pattern, it is displayed that it succeeds by defeating 3000 people, and if it is a small hit / big hit type of a failure pattern, it is displayed that it fails before defeating 3000 people. NS.

Further, in the annihilation mode, if it is a small hit / big hit type accompanied by a look-ahead challenge effect in a highly reliable mode, a display such as "Kill 3 people!" Is displayed and the look-ahead challenge effect proceeds. Then, if it is a small hit / big hit type of a success pattern, it is displayed that it succeeds by defeating 3 people, and if it is a small hit / big hit type of a failure pattern, it is displayed that it fails without defeating 3 people. NS.

Further, in the one-shot mode, if it is a small hit / big hit type accompanied by a look-ahead challenge effect in a low reliability mode, a display such as "power 40%" is displayed and the look-ahead challenge effect proceeds. Then, if the success pattern is a small hit / big hit type, the display is made to defeat the enemy character and succeed, and if the failure pattern is the small hit / big hit type, the display is made to fail without defeating the enemy character.

Further, in the one-shot mode, if it is a small hit / big hit type accompanied by a look-ahead challenge effect in a high reliability mode, a display such as "power 70%" is displayed and the look-ahead challenge effect proceeds. Then, if the success pattern is a small hit / big hit type, the display is made to defeat the enemy character and succeed, and if the failure pattern is the small hit / big hit type, the display is made to fail without defeating the enemy character.

The high-reliability mode and the low-reliability mode in the look-ahead challenge effect are not limited to those in which the number of enemy characters and the power display are different, for example, the length of the period during which the player's operation can be detected, and the start of the period. The timing, the end timing, and the number of times the period is provided may be different. Further, the display mode of the motion promotion display that encourages the player's motion (whether the motion promotion display image is either an image imitating the stick controller 31A or an image imitating the push button 31B, or the size and color tone of the motion promotion display. Etc.) may be different.

In the case of "2R time saving big hit A", the normal fanfare effect is performed during the fanfare period of 15 seconds, and the normal big hit effect is performed during the period of two rounds in which the big winning opening is opened for 27 seconds, and the ending period of 20 seconds. Mode selection effect is performed at.

In the case of "3R time saving big hit A", the normal fanfare effect is performed during the fanfare period of 13 seconds, the normal big hit effect is performed during the period of three rounds that open the big winning opening for 27 seconds, and the ending period of 20 seconds. Mode selection effect is performed at.

In the case of "3R normal big hit", the normal fanfare effect is performed during the fanfare period of 13 seconds, and the normal big hit effect is performed during the period of three rounds that open the big prize opening for 27 seconds, and the ending period is 10 seconds. Normal ending production.

In the case of "2R time saving big hit B", the normal fanfare production is performed in the fanfare period of 10 seconds, the extra production is performed during the period of two rounds that open the big winning opening for 27 seconds, and the ending period of 20 seconds. Mode selection effect.

In the case of "3R time saving big hit B", the normal fanfare production is performed in the fanfare period of 10 seconds, the extra production is performed during the period of three rounds that open the big prize opening for 27 seconds, and the ending period of 20 seconds. Mode selection effect.

In the case of "10R time saving big hit", a continuous display effect is performed to continuously display the display already displayed in the fanfare period of 0.004 seconds, and a round to open the big winning opening for 27 seconds is performed 10 times. The second special effect will be performed during the period, and the mode selection effect will be performed during the ending period of 20 seconds.

However, during the round period in the "10R time saving jackpot", if the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the "10R time saving jackpot") is the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state. Although the second special effect is performed as described above, if the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to "10R time-saving jackpot") is not the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time-saving state, it is usually It is a big hit production of. For example, during the period in which the game ball should be launched (left-handed) aiming at the first start winning opening in the normal state, the game ball wins a prize in the second starting winning opening by the player making a right-handed hit and becomes a big hit. In such a case, since the first special effect described later is not performed immediately before, the normal jackpot effect is performed instead of the second special effect.

In the normal state, during the period when the game ball should be launched (left-handed) aiming at the first start winning opening, the game ball may win a prize in the second starting winning opening when the player strikes right. Is a case where a game that is unfavorable to the maker of the gaming machine is played, so that the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the "10R time-saving jackpot") is the second special in the time-saving state. When the "10R time-saving jackpot" occurs in a situation where the symbol does not fluctuate, the execution of the jackpot effect may be restricted. For example, during the jackpot period, the image at the time when the fluctuation is stopped may be continuously displayed as it is.

Regarding whether or not the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the "10R time-saving jackpot") is the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time-saving state, for example, the second special in the time-saving state. A specific flag is set when a big hit (including a direct hit big hit and a big hit via a small hit) occurs in the fluctuation of the symbol, and the specific flag is set according to the fluctuation two times after the fluctuation (for example, at the start of the fluctuation). If the flag is to be reset, if the specific flag is set when performing the "10R time saving jackpot", the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the "10R time saving jackpot"). Can be determined to be the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time-saving state, and conversely, if the specific flag is not set when performing the "10R time-saving jackpot", the previous fluctuation (the jackpot corresponding to the "10R time-saving jackpot") It can be determined that the change performed immediately before the change) was not the change of the second special symbol in the time saving state.

Two patterns are assumed as the situation in which the second special symbol fluctuates in the normal state. As the first pattern, as described above, in the period in which the game ball should be launched (left-handed) aiming at the first starting winning opening in the normal state, the player makes a right-handing to hit the second starting winning opening. This is a pattern in which a game ball wins a prize. The second pattern is a pattern in which the second reserved memory generated in the time saving state is digested after shifting to the normal state. In this example, the opening period of the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) when the time saving flag is not set is extremely short at 16 ms, so that when the time saving flag is not set, the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) is opened when the time saving flag is not set. It is difficult for a game ball to win a prize in the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory). The time saving flag is set when the time saving state is started, and is reset when the big hit fluctuation in the time saving state is stopped (in the case of the small hit fluctuation, when the big hit gaming state is started). When the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) is won during the change of the second special symbol, the holding memory corresponding to the winning is generated, and after the transition to the normal state, the change corresponding to the holding memory is generated. It will be done.

In the case of "10R normal big hit", the normal fanfare production is performed in the fanfare period of 5 seconds, and the first special production is performed during the period of 10 rounds in which the big winning opening is opened for 27 seconds, 0.004 seconds. A continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed during the ending period of is continuously displayed as it is.

In this way, when a big hit is made based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, the first special effect is performed as a big hit effect, and after the big hit, the second special symbol changes after shifting to the normal state. When a big hit is made based on (a change corresponding to a second hold memory generated during a big hit change corresponding to the first special effect), a second special effect is performed as a big hit effect. Both the first special effect and the second special effect are effects that notify the number of prize balls paid out in the jackpot game state (every time the prize balls are paid out (every time a prize is detected in the big prize opening). It is a production that counts up and displays the number of prize balls). The value displayed in the second special effect inherits the value displayed in the first special effect. Hereinafter, the first special production and the second special production may be collectively referred to simply as "special production". In addition, the jackpot generated based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state may be referred to as "first half jackpot", and the jackpot generated based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the subsequent normal state may be referred to as "second half jackpot". ..

In the jackpot game state where the first special effect is performed, the ending period is extremely shortened to 0.004 seconds, and in the jackpot game state where the second special effect is performed, the fanfare period is extremely shortened to 0.004 seconds. There is. Further, as will be described later, since the fluctuation time of the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the jackpot gaming state in which the second special effect is performed is as short as 0.2 seconds, the second special effect is performed after the first special effect is completed. The period until the start of the production is extremely short, and as described above, the value displayed in the second special production inherits the value displayed in the first special production. The first special effect and the second special effect are continuous effects, and can be shown to the player as if they were a single effect.

In addition, the continuous display is performed during the ending period of the jackpot game state in which the first special effect is performed, and the hit continuous effect is performed in the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the jackpot game state in which the second special effect is performed, and the second special effect is performed. By performing continuous display during the fanfare period in the jackpot game state, it is possible to make the player look as if the first special effect and the second special effect are a single effect without causing a sense of discomfort. It has become.

In the case of "small hit D", a continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the small hit fanfare period of 0.004 seconds is continuously displayed, and the 0.04 second opening of the big winning opening is opened by 15 The second special effect is performed from the timing when the V prize is generated during the period to be performed, and the continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the small hit ending period of 2 seconds is continuously displayed as it is. When a V prize occurs in the small hit game state (when the count switch 23 provided in the big prize opening detects a game ball), the game shifts to the big hit game state. In the jackpot game state, a continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the fanfare period of 0.004 seconds is continuously displayed as it is, and during the period of nine rounds in which the big winning opening is opened for 27 seconds. The second special effect is performed, and the mode selection effect is performed during the ending period of 20 seconds. After that, it is controlled to a time saving state.

However, during the round period in the big hit game state via "small hit D", the previous fluctuation (the change made immediately before the small hit fluctuation corresponding to "small hit D") is the second special symbol in the time saving state. In the case of the fluctuation of, the second special effect is performed as described above, but the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the jackpot fluctuation corresponding to the "small hit D") is the second special symbol in the time saving state. If it does not fluctuate, a normal jackpot effect is performed. For example, during the period in which the game ball should be launched (left-handed) aiming at the first start winning opening in the normal state, the game ball wins the second starting winning opening by right-handing by the player, and a small hit is obtained. In such a case, since the first special effect has not been performed immediately before, the normal jackpot effect is performed instead of the second special effect. Further, in such a case, even in the small hit game state, a normal small hit effect is performed instead of the second special effect.

In the normal state, during the period when the game ball should be launched (left-handed) aiming at the first start winning opening, the game ball may win a prize in the second starting winning opening when the player strikes right. Is a case where a game that is unfavorable to the manufacturer of the gaming machine is played, so that the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the small hit fluctuation corresponding to the “small hit D”) is the second in the time saving state. When "small hit D" occurs in a situation where the special symbol does not fluctuate, the execution of the big hit effect via those small hits may be restricted. For example, during the small hit period and the big hit period, the image at the time of suspension of fluctuation may be continuously displayed as it is.

Regarding whether or not the previous fluctuation (the fluctuation performed immediately before the small hit fluctuation corresponding to "small hit D") is the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, for example, the second in the time saving state. A specific flag is set when a big hit (including a direct hit big hit and a big hit via a small hit) occurs in the fluctuation of a special symbol, and the specific flag is set according to the fluctuation two times after the fluctuation (for example, at the start of the fluctuation). If the specific flag is set when performing "small hit D", the previous fluctuation (performed immediately before the small hit fluctuation corresponding to "small hit D") is to be reset. It can be determined that the fluctuation) is the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, and conversely, if the specific flag is not set when performing the "small hit D", the previous fluctuation (corresponds to the "small hit D"). It can be determined that the change performed immediately before the small hit change) was not the change of the second special symbol in the time saving state.

Two patterns are assumed as the situation in which the second special symbol fluctuates in the normal state. As the first pattern, as described above, in the period in which the game ball should be launched (left-handed) aiming at the first starting winning opening in the normal state, the player makes a right-handing to hit the second starting winning opening. This is a pattern in which a game ball wins a prize. The second pattern is a pattern in which the second reserved memory generated in the time saving state is digested after shifting to the normal state. In this example, the opening period of the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) when the time saving flag is not set is extremely short at 16 ms, so that when the time saving flag is not set, the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) is opened when the time saving flag is not set. It is difficult for a game ball to win a prize in the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory). The time saving flag is set when the time saving state is started, and is reset when the big hit fluctuation in the time saving state is stopped (in the case of the small hit fluctuation, when the big hit gaming state is started). When the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) is won during the change of the second special symbol, the holding memory corresponding to the winning is generated, and after the transition to the normal state, the change corresponding to the holding memory is generated. It will be done.

In the case of "small hit E", a continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the small hit fanfare period of 5 seconds is continuously displayed, and the large winning opening is opened for 0.04 seconds 15 times. The first special effect is performed from the timing when the V prize is generated during the period, and the continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the small hit ending period of 2 seconds is continuously displayed as it is. When a V prize occurs in the small hit game state (when the count switch 23 provided in the big prize opening detects a game ball), the game shifts to the big hit game state. In the jackpot game state, a continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the fanfare period of 0.004 seconds is continuously displayed as it is, and during the period of nine rounds in which the big winning opening is opened for 27 seconds. The first special effect is performed, and a continuous display effect is performed in which the display already displayed in the ending period of 0.004 seconds is continuously displayed as it is. After that, it is controlled to the normal state.

In this way, when a big hit is made via a small hit based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, the first special effect is performed as a big hit effect, and after the big hit, the second special is changed to the normal state. If a big hit is made via a small hit based on a change in the design (a change corresponding to the second hold memory that occurred during the big hit change corresponding to the first special effect), the second special effect is performed as a big hit effect. It has become.

In the big hit game state where the first special effect is performed, the ending period is extremely shortened to 0.004 seconds, and in the small hit game state corresponding to the big hit where the second special effect is performed, the small hit fanfare period is set to 0. It is extremely short at 004 seconds. Further, as will be described later, since the fluctuation time of the small hit fluctuation corresponding to the small hit gaming state in which the second special effect is performed is as short as 0.2 seconds, the first special effect is performed after the first special effect is completed. 2 The period until the start of the special effect is extremely short, and the first special effect and the second special effect are continuous effects and are shown to the player as if they were a single effect. You can do it.

In addition, the continuous display is performed during the ending period of the big hit game state in which the first special effect is performed, and the hit continuous effect is performed in the small hit fluctuation corresponding to the big hit game state in which the second special effect is performed, and the second special effect is performed. By continuously displaying during the small hit fanfare period corresponding to the big hit game state, the player can see the first special effect and the second special effect as if they were a single effect without causing a sense of discomfort. You can do it.

Further, in this example, the configuration is not controlled to the small hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol, but the configuration may be such that the small hit game state can be controlled based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol. , The case of being controlled to the small hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the time saving state is better than the case of being controlled to the small hit game state based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state. The number of time reductions is large, and the configuration may be advantageous for the player.

Further, in this example, the upper limit of the number of winnings to the big winning opening in each round in the big hit game state is 10, and 15 based on detecting the winning of the game ball to the big winning opening once. Since the prize balls are paid out, 150 prize balls can be expected for each round. That is, 300 prize balls can be expected to be paid out for a 2R jackpot, 450 prize balls for a 3R jackpot, and 1500 prize balls for a 10R jackpot.

[Variation pattern judgment table]
FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table in the present embodiment. Of these, FIGS. 8-4 (A) and 8-4 (B) show specific examples of the variation pattern table for the first special symbol. 8-4 (C) and 8-4 (D) show specific examples of the variation pattern table for the second special symbol.

First, the fluctuation pattern of the first special symbol will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-4 (A) and 8-4 (B). As shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), in this example, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, if the variation is displayed during the normal state, the variation pattern PA1-1 (normally) is used as the variation pattern. Fluctuation), variation pattern PA1-2 (shortening variation), variation pattern PA1-3 (normal reach), variation pattern PA1-4 (super reach) are determined. In addition, when executing the fluctuation display of the first special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the normal state, either the fluctuation pattern PB1-1 (normal reach) or the fluctuation pattern PB1-2 (super reach) is used as the fluctuation pattern. Will be decided.

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the first special symbol is executed and the deviation occurs during the time saving state, the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 (normal reach) is used as the fluctuation pattern. ) Is determined. Further, when the variation display of the first special symbol is executed, if a big hit occurs during the time saving state, the variation pattern PB2-1 (normal reach) is determined as the variation pattern.

Next, the fluctuation pattern of the second special symbol will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-4 (C) and 8-4 (D). As shown in FIG. 8-4 (C), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, if the fluctuation is displayed during the normal state, the fluctuation time is 0.2 seconds as the fluctuation pattern. And a short variation pattern PA7-1 (continuous display effect (effect of continuously displaying an already displayed image)). In addition, when executing the fluctuation display of the second special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the normal state, the fluctuation pattern has a short fluctuation time of 0.2 seconds (hit continuous effect (immediately before)). The big hit effect image that was performed is determined to be the effect)) that is continuously displayed. Further, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, if a small hit occurs in the normal state where the first reserved storage number is any of 0 to 3, the fluctuation time is 0 as the fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern PC7-1 (hit continuous production) as short as 2 seconds is determined.

As shown in FIG. 8-4 (D), in this example, when the fluctuation display of the second special symbol is executed, if there is a deviation during the time saving state, the fluctuation time is 0.2 seconds as the fluctuation pattern. And a short variation pattern PA8-1 (continuous display effect (effect of continuously displaying an image that has already been displayed)). In addition, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a big hit occurs during the time saving state, as the variation pattern, the variation pattern PB8-1 (the electric chew winning promotion effect is performed for 20 seconds) with the variation time of 102 seconds. Fluctuation pattern PB8-2 (variation pattern in which the look-ahead challenge effect is executed after performing for 20 seconds) and variation pattern PB8-2 (variation pattern in which the look-ahead challenge effect is executed after performing the electric chew winning promotion effect for 20 seconds) ) And the fluctuation pattern PB8-3 in which the fluctuation time is 129 seconds (a fluctuation pattern in which the look-ahead challenge effect is executed after the electric chew winning promotion effect is performed for 20 seconds).

In addition, when executing the variation display of the second special symbol, if a small hit occurs during the time saving state, as the variation pattern, the variation pattern PC8-1 having a variation time of 102 seconds (electric chew winning promotion effect 20) Fluctuation pattern PC8-2 (variation pattern in which the look-ahead challenge effect is executed after performing for a second) and variation pattern PC8-2 in which the variation time is 117 seconds (variation in which the look-ahead challenge effect is executed after performing the electric chew winning promotion effect for 20 seconds). The pattern) and the fluctuation pattern PC8-3 in which the fluctuation time is 129 seconds (a fluctuation pattern in which the look-ahead challenge effect is executed after the electric chew winning promotion effect is performed for 20 seconds) are determined.

[Game flow]
Next, the game flow in this embodiment will be described. In this example, the effect mode when the game state is controlled to the normal state is set to [normal time], and after the first big hit (first hit) after being controlled to the normal state, the game state is the time saving state or the normal state. The effect mode when controlled by any of the states is set to [Challenge mode].

In FIG. 8-5, a jackpot occurs when the effect mode is [normal time], and after the jackpot game state ends, the mode shifts to the [challenge mode] (time reduction 100 rotations + hold 1 rotation) according to the jackpot type. It is explanatory drawing of the game flow which showed the pattern to perform and the pattern to shift to [normal time] again.

(1) <Normal time>
When the game state is controlled to the normal state, the effect mode is set to [normal time].

(2) <First hit>
In the normal state of (1) described above, when the variable display in which the display result is "big hit" is executed, the game is controlled to the big hit game state. In the present embodiment, there are "2R time saving big hit A", "3R time saving big hit A" and "3R normal big hit" as the big hit type of the first special symbol, and (2A) when the big hit type is "2R time saving big hit A". As an example of the effect of, the characters "CHALLENGE BONUS" suggesting that it is a 2R time saving jackpot are displayed on the image display device 5, and (2B) as an example of the effect when the jackpot type is "3R normal jackpot". The characters "BONUS" suggesting that the 3Rs are usually big hits are displayed on the image display device 5. When the jackpot when the jackpot type is "3R normal jackpot" ends and the gaming state is controlled to the normal state, the effect control CPU 120 shifts the effect mode to [normal time].

Although not shown, as an example of the effect when the jackpot type is "3R time saving jackpot", after the characters "BONUS" suggesting that it is a 3R normal jackpot are displayed on the image display device 5, A revival effect or the like suggesting that it is a 3R time saving big hit may be executed.

(3) <Challenge mode>
When the jackpot when the above-mentioned (2A) jackpot type is "2R time-saving jackpot" (or "3R time-saving jackpot") is completed, the effect control CPU 120 controls (3A)-(1) the game state to the time-saving state. The period from when the first special symbol and the second special symbol change display are completed 100 times in total without any big hit or small hit, and (3A)-(2) games Of the period from when the state is controlled to the time saving state until the next big hit or small hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol, the effect mode is set to the [challenge mode] in the period that ends earlier. In the cases of (3B)-(1) and (3A)-(1) described above, the variation display (execution is suspended) based on the hold memory stored until the end of the 100th variation display in total. When (3B)-(2) (3A)-(2) described above is executed, the display result is "big hit" or "small hit". Even when the variation display based on the hold storage (variation display for one hold (one hold)) that was stored until the end of the variation display that is one of the above is executed, the effect mode is also executed. Is set to [Challenge Mode]. As an example of the effect when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode], an effect image related to the look-ahead challenge effect is displayed on the image display device 5.

(4) <Continuous jackpot>
When the variable display in which the display result is either "big hit" or "small hit" is executed in the time saving state of (3A) described above, the game is controlled to the big hit game state. Then, when the display result of the variation display based on the hold memory stored until the end of the big hit game state is either "big hit" or "small hit", the big hit game state is controlled again. .. That is, a big hit based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state (including the big hit via the small hit) and a big hit based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the normal state after the end of the big hit (including the big hit via the small hit). A continuous jackpot occurs due to the continuation of. In the present embodiment, (4) the jackpot type of the jackpot based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "10R normal jackpot", and the jackpot type of the jackpot based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state is Since it is "small hit E", it is controlled to the normal state after the end of the big hit of "10R normal big hit" including via the small hit E, and the big hit type based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the normal state is "10R time reduction". Since it is a "big hit" and the small hit type of the small hit based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the normal state is "small hit D", the time is shortened after the end of the "10R time saving big hit" including via the small hit D. It will be controlled. Corresponding to this series of big hit control (corresponding to the small hit control if it is a big hit via a small hit), the characters of "BIG SNIPE BONUS" suggesting (notifying) that it is a continuous big hit are images. Along with being displayed on the display device 5, a rainbow-colored light emitting effect is executed on the logo panel 03TM200. Then, in response to the end of the "10R time saving jackpot" and the control to the time saving state, the effect control CPU 120 shifts the effect mode to the [challenge mode].

In the present embodiment, when the variable display in which the display result is either "big hit" or "small hit" is executed in the time saving state of (3A) described above, the second hold memory is related to the period of the variable display. It is determined whether or not a continuous big hit occurs based on the determination result at the time of starting winning. That is, when the judgment result at the time of the start winning with respect to the second hold memory that is digested after the big hit fluctuation or the small hit fluctuation executed in the time saving state is either "big hit" or "small hit", the time saving The first half big hit (small hit) based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the state and the second half big hit (small hit) based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the normal state after the end of the first half big hit are continuous big hits (BIG) It is determined that SNIPE BONUS) will occur.

As described above, the continuous big hit in the present embodiment means that two big hits of "first half big hit" and "second half big hit" are continuously generated, and the effect corresponding to the continuous big hit is executed. The two jackpots look like a series of jackpots.

In this example, the effect control CPU 120 displays the characters "BIG SNIPE BONUS" on the screen and emits the panel LED in rainbow colors during the period corresponding to the continuous jackpots (first half jackpot and second half jackpot). The production shall be performed.

(5) <Discontinuous jackpot>
When the variable display in which the display result is either "big hit" or "small hit" is executed in the time saving state of (3A) described above, the game is controlled to the big hit game state, but is executed in the subsequent normal state. When the display result of the variable display based on the second hold storage is "off", the continuous jackpot does not occur. In the present embodiment, (4) in the normal state after the end of the "10R normal jackpot" based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, if the display result based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol is "missing", The effect of displaying the characters "BIG SNIPE BONUS" on the screen and the rainbow-colored light emission effect are not executed. In this case, the characters "BIG BONUS" will be displayed on the image display device 5. When the variable display that becomes "missing" after the big hit ends and the gaming state is controlled to the normal state, the effect control CPU 120 shifts the effect mode to [normal time].

In the present embodiment, the rate at which the fluctuation display of a total of 100 times is completed without any big hit or small hit after being controlled to the time saving state is
[{(65536-43896) / 65536} ^ 100] × 100 ≈ 0%
It is about 0%. Therefore, if the time is controlled to be shortened, the next big hit including the small hit will almost certainly occur based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol. However, although the probability is extremely low, the time saving state may end without any big hit or small hit.

The rate at which continuous jackpots occur when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode] is the rate at which a jackpot (small hit) occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, and is executed in the subsequent normal state. 2 The value is the same as the rate at which big hits (small hits) occur due to fluctuations in special symbols.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2, the rate at which either a big hit or a small hit occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol is determined.
{205+ (43896-205) / 65536} x 100 ≒ 67%
It is about 67%. Therefore, since the rate at which continuous jackpots occur when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode] is about 67%, the continuation rate (ratio) of [Challenge Mode] is about 67%.

In addition, the rate at which a discontinuous big hit occurs when the effect mode is [Challenge mode] is executed in the normal state after that when a big hit (small hit) occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state. The value is the same as the rate at which the fluctuation of the second special symbol to be performed is out of order.

In this example, as shown in Fig. 8-2, the rate at which the fluctuation of the second special symbol is out of order is
[(65536- {205 + (43896-205)} / 65536) × 100 ≈ 33%
It is about 33%. Therefore, when the effect mode is the [challenge mode], the rate of discontinuous jackpots occurring is about 33%, so the fall rate (ratio) of the [challenge mode] is about 33%.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, in "small hit D" and "small hit E", the big winning opening is opened one set number of times (0.04 seconds x 15 times). By opening the number of times of one set, about 10 game balls can enter the special variable winning ball device 7, which is the same advantage as in one round. Then, a big hit occurs in which the big winning opening is opened 9 times (27 seconds x 9 times) on condition that the V winning is made within the number of times of the one set. Therefore, a small hit and a subsequent big hit can actually generate a ball equivalent to 10 rounds, and for the player, the number of times the big winning opening is opened is 10 times, so that the big hit is the same as the 10R big hit. Recognize as type. That is, for the player, the "big hit via small hit D" has the same advantage as the "10R time saving big hit", and the "big hit via small hit E" has the same advantage as the "10R normal big hit".

In the following explanation, there are cases where the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is "10R normal jackpot" and "big hit via small hit E", and the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is "10R time saving jackpot". And "big hit via small hit D".

[Prize production]
In the present embodiment, during the first half big hit period (including the small hit period) and the second half big hit period (including the small hit period), the effect control CPU 120 is connected to the special variable winning ball device 7 (large winning opening). It is possible to execute a winning effect when a prize is won. This prize-winning effect includes (i) an update effect for updating the jackpot payout display indicating the number of prize balls given during the period when a jackpot or a small hit occurs, and (ii) a prize-winning sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R. Is a prize sound effect effect that is reproduced and output, and (iii) a prize light emission effect that causes the game effect lamp 9 to emit light, thereby notifying that the game ball has won a prize in the large prize opening. The execution timing of the winning effect is, for example, the timing when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7, or the timing immediately after the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7. In the present embodiment, the first winning effect and the second winning effect can be executed as the winning effect.

<First prize production>
In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 can execute the first winning effect when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7 during the first half big hit period. (I) In the renewal effect in the first prize-winning effect, when the game ball wins the prize-winning opening, the jackpot payout display displayed in the first display area 03TM310A at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5 is the first. In the first enlarged display area 03TM310B, which is larger than the 1 display area 03TM310A, the display is updated in an enlarged manner. (Ii) In the winning sound effect effect in the first winning effect, the winning sound effect A (volume: low) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the game ball wins the large winning opening. (Iii) Further, in the winning light emitting effect in the first winning effect, when the game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening, the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit green light.

(Example of the first prize-winning production)
8-6 (A1) and 8-6 (A2) are explanatory views showing an effect image displayed on the image display device 5 when the first winning effect is executed.

First, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (A1), during the jackpot game corresponding to the first half jackpot (“10R normal jackpot”) (that is, when the first special effect is being executed), a special variable winning ball When the game ball has not won in the device 7 and the first winning effect has not been executed, the effect control CPU 120 displays a big hit ball output in the first display area 03TM310A (in this example, the characters "XXXX"). Is displayed. At this time, based on the fact that the first winning effect is not executed, the effect control CPU 120 does not reproduce and output the winning sound effect A from the speakers 8L and 8R, and turns off the game effect lamp 9.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (A2), the effect control CPU 120 executes the first winning effect at the timing when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot output display in an enlarged manner in the first enlarged display area 03TM310B, executes a winning sound effect effect, and executes the speakers 8L, 8R. The winning sound effect A is reproduced and output from the above, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit green light.

<Second prize production>
In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 can execute the second winning effect when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7 during the latter half of the jackpot period. (I) In the renewal effect in the second prize-winning effect, when the game ball wins the prize-winning opening, the big hit ball output display displayed in the second display area 03TM320A in the center of the screen of the image display device 5 is the second. 2 In the second enlarged display area 03TM320B, which is larger than the display area 03TM320A, the updated display is performed in an enlarged manner. (Ii) In the winning sound effect effect in the second winning effect, the winning sound effect B (volume: loud) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R when the game ball wins in the large winning opening. (Iii) Further, in the winning light emitting effect in the second winning effect, when the game ball wins a prize in the large winning opening, the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit red light. (Iv) Further, in the second winning effect, a white light emitting effect is executed in which the movable body LED of the movable body 03TM100 at the effect position is made to emit white light.

(Example of the second prize production)
8-6 (B1) and (B2) are explanatory views showing an effect image displayed on the image display device 5 when the second winning effect is executed.

First, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B1), during the jackpot game corresponding to the second half jackpot (“10R time saving jackpot”) (that is, when the second special effect is being executed), the special variable winning ball When the game ball has not won in the device 7 and the second winning effect has not been executed, the effect control CPU 120 displays a big hit in the second display area 03TM320A (in this example, the characters "XXXX"). Is displayed. At this time, based on the fact that the second winning effect is not executed, the effect control CPU 120 does not reproduce and output the winning sound effect B from the speakers 8L and 8R, and does not emit the game effect lamp 9. , The movable body LED of the movable body 03TM100 is not emitted.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B2), the effect control CPU 120 executes the second winning effect at the timing when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot output display in an enlarged manner in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B, executes a winning sound effect effect, and executes the speakers 8L, 8R. The winning sound effect B is reproduced and output from the above, the winning light emitting effect is executed, the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit red light, the white light emitting effect is executed, and the movable body LED of the movable body 03TM100 is made to emit white light.

In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 8-6, the second display area 03TM320A and the second enlarged display area 03TM320B as the display area of the big hit payout display by the second winning effect are the big hits by the first winning effect. The display area is larger than the first display area 03TM310A and the first enlarged display area 03TM310B as the ball display display area. Therefore, the jackpot payout display in the second half jackpot is displayed in a more emphasized manner than the jackpot payout display in the first half jackpot.

[Over winning production]
In the present embodiment, the large winning opening is controlled to be open, and the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) (the winning of the game ball to the large winning opening is 10 times). A round game is performed in which the large winning opening is controlled to be closed on the condition that it is detected), but the number of game balls entering the large winning opening exceeds a predetermined number (hereinafter, also referred to as over winning). Is also detectable, and even if an over-winning is detected, the prize ball is paid out. For example, if two over prizes occur between the time when the tenth game ball enters the large prize opening and the time when it is closed, 15 x (10 + 2) = 180 prize balls in one round game. Will be granted.

In the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 can execute the over-winning effect when the over-winning is detected. The over-winning effects include (i) a winning sound effect effect in which the special winning sound effect is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and (ii) a winning light emitting effect in which the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit special light (for example, blinking at high speed). Is executed to notify the occurrence of over-winning.

In this embodiment, it is assumed that a common over-winning effect is executed regardless of the jackpot type. For example, the over-winning effect common to the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is executed. In addition, not limited to such a form, an over-winning effect having a different effect mode depending on the jackpot type may be executed. For example, in the second half jackpot than in the first half jackpot, the over-winning effect is emphasized (for example, the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit special light with more emission colors, and a larger special winning sound effect is output). It may be executed, and conversely, the first half jackpot may be executed in a manner in which the over-winning effect is emphasized rather than the second half jackpot.

[Look-ahead challenge production (success pattern) and continuous jackpot production example]
Next, a look-ahead challenge effect of the success pattern and an example of the effect when it is decided to execute the continuous jackpot will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-7 to 8-12.

FIG. 8-7 is a time chart showing the execution timing of each effect related to the success pattern look-ahead challenge effect and the continuous jackpot, and FIGS. 8-8 to 8-12 show the success pattern look-ahead challenge effect and the continuous jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the production image which concerns on.

In this example, the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "small hit", the small hit type is "small hit E", and the second special in the normal state after the end of the big hit via the small hit E. It is assumed that the display result of the variation display of the symbol is "small hit" and the small hit type is "small hit D".

First, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (A1), when the game state is controlled to the normal state and a time-saving jackpot is obtained based on the variable display of the first special symbol, the jackpot game is performed and the effect is produced. The control CPU 120 executes a jackpot effect related to the jackpot game (timing of TA1 shown in FIG. 8-7).

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (A2), the effect control CPU 120 executes the mode selection effect during the ending period (at the timing of TA2 shown in FIG. 8-7) that shifts after the end of the time saving jackpot. .. For example, the option images (the characters "destroy", "or", and "blow") corresponding to "annihilation mode" and "blow mode", respectively, and the operation promotion display prompting to operate the push button 31B. Each time the 03TM400 is displayed and an operation on the push button 31B is detected, the cursor 03TM410 pointing to the option image is moved, and a process of setting the effect mode corresponding to the option image pointed to by the cursor at a predetermined timing is performed.

In addition, during the ending period, notifications such as a warning for forgetting to remove the prepaid card and a warning for preventing immersiveness may be given before the mode selection effect is performed, or the logo of the gaming machine maker may be displayed. It may be displayed, or a game for the purpose of generating two consecutive big hits (a big hit based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the time saving state, and a big hit corresponding to the stored second reserved memory). An effect of notifying what to do (for example, displaying a character string such as "BIG SNIPE 3000 Challenge") may be performed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (A3), the gaming state shifts to the time saving state, a start winning prize is generated for the variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory), and the display result is "small hit". The variation display of the second special symbol is started (timing of TA3 shown in FIG. 8-7). At this time, the effect control CPU 120 limits the execution of the variation effect that incites whether or not the variation display is a small hit or a big hit, and displays the SNIPE image 03TM420 indicating that the time has been shortened at the lower left of the screen. Let me. The SNIPE image 03TM420 suggests that continuous jackpots may occur, and the player recognizes that continuous jackpots may occur. In addition, the effect control CPU 120 displays a right-handed promotion image 03TM500 instructing the variable winning ball device 6B to perform a right-handed hit in order to start winning a prize, and the characters "Enter the electric chew!".

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (A4), when a prize is generated in the variable winning ball device 6B (at the timing of TA4 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 generates a second hold memory. Display the word "Ready" to indicate that you have done so.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-8 (A5), at the timing when 20 seconds have elapsed from the start of the fluctuation (at the timing of TA5 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 performs a look-ahead challenge according to the effect mode. Start the production. Here, an example in which the "annihilation mode" is selected is shown, and the characters "Challenge! Defeat 3 people!" Are displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B1), the effect control CPU 120 displayed the character “success” suggesting (notifying) success in the look-ahead challenge effect (TB1X shown in FIG. 8-8). After the timing), the combination of small symbols (“135” in this example) whose display result is “small hit” is confirmed in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r based on the CPU 103 ending the variable display. Stop (TB1Y timing shown in FIG. 8-8).

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B2), at the timing when the symbol determination period (10 seconds) has elapsed (at the timing of TB2 shown in FIG. 8-7), the small hit start that specifies the start of the small hit game is started. Upon receiving the designated command, the effect control CPU 120 displays the characters "BIG SNIPE BONUS" indicating that two consecutive big hits (including big hits via small hits) occur. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes the rainbow-colored light emitting effect, and causes the panel LED of the logo panel 03TM200 to emit rainbow-colored light.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B3), when the gaming state is controlled to the small hit gaming state (at the timing of TB3 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 is the image display device 5. At the lower left of the screen, the characters "remaining time" and the updatable time gauge image 03TM600 indicating the remaining period controlled by the small hit game state are displayed, and the first promotion image is displayed on the entire screen of the image display device 5. 03TM510 is displayed. The first promotion image 03TM510 includes a first arrow image in the center of the image instructing the player to hit right in order to win a V prize (winning a prize in the grand prize opening), and the character "Aim for V" in the upper center of the image. It is an image including. At this time, apart from the first promotion image 03TM510, the effect control CPU 120 displays the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 instructing right-handed and the characters "right-handed" in the upper right part of the screen.

Here, since the characters "remaining time" and the time gauge image 03TM600 are displayed in a region different from that of the first accelerated image 03TM510, the visibility is not deteriorated by the display of the first accelerated image 03TM510. Even if the characters of "remaining time" and the time gauge image 03TM600 and the first promotion image 03TM510 are displayed in a common area, the characters of "remaining time" and the time gauge image 03TM600 are displayed. Since it is displayed with a higher priority than the first promotion image 03TM510 (a mode in which the display layer is higher and is superimposed so as to be visible to the player), it is not hindered by the first promotion image 03TM510.

When the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "big hit" (that is, when a so-called direct hit big hit that is not via the small hit occurs), the effect control CPU 120 is used. Similar to the case where the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "small hit", the characters "remaining time" and the time gauge image 03TM600 are displayed at the lower left of the screen of the image display device 5. At the same time, the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and the characters "right-handed" are displayed in the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5. At this time, the time gauge image 03TM600 indicates the remaining period during which the first round game is executed. That is, it is possible to execute a common effect depending on whether a big hit via a small hit occurs or a direct hit big hit occurs.

On the other hand, when the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "big hit", the effect control CPU 120 is the first when the entire screen of the image display device 5 is "small hit". 1 Promotion image 03 A first special promotion image different from TM510 is displayed. The first special promotion image does not include the character "Aim for V" (Fig. 8-9 (B3)), and the first arrow image instructing the player to hit right to win the prize at the big prize opening, and the first arrow image. It is an image containing the characters "Aim at the attacker". That is, it is possible to execute different launch notifications depending on whether or not a V prize is required (difference in control conditions for the big hit) depending on whether a big hit via a small hit occurs or a direct hit big hit occurs.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B4), the effect control CPU 120 starts the first special effect at the timing when the V prize is generated (at the timing of TB4 shown in FIG. 8-7). Therefore, the first special effect is started at the timing when the V prize is generated in the small hit game state, and is continuously executed until the big hit game state after the end of the small hit game state. In this example, since the big hit via the small hit occurs, the first special effect is executed at the timing when the V prize occurs, but the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state. If becomes a "big hit", the first special effect shall be executed when the big hit game state is started.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays a white-shaped round icon image 03TM700A corresponding to the round game in the jackpot on the left side of the screen of the image display device 5, based on the fact that the number of rounds in the jackpot is 10. Display 10 pieces. Further, the effect control CPU 120 displays the emblem image 03TM710 in which the characters "BIG SNIPE BONUS" indicating that the image display device 5 is a continuous big hit are displayed in the upper center of the screen of the image display device 5.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays "0000" as a big hit payout display indicating the number of prize balls given during the period when the big hit (small hit) is generated in the first display area 03TM310A of the image display device 5. Characters are displayed, and in the upper left part of the screen of the image display device 5, as a TOTAL payout display showing the number of prize balls given from the first big hit (first hit) that occurred when controlled to the normal state to the present. Display the characters "TOTAL 3300".

In this example, when the production mode is [normal time], "2R time saving big hit A" is generated as the first hit, 15 pieces x 10 balls x 2 rounds = 300 prize balls are given, and then [ Challenge mode], based on the fact that continuous big hits ("small hit E" + "small hit D") occurred and (15 x 10 balls x 10 rounds) x 2 times = 3000 prize balls were awarded. As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B4), the characters "TOTAL 3300" are displayed as the TOTAL payout display.

In the present embodiment, the jackpot music to be reproduced and output during the jackpot game can be selected from a plurality of songs (in this example, music A, music B, music C). In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B4), the effect control CPU 120 shows the currently selected music ([music A] in this example) at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5. Display the music selection icon 03TM720. Since the music selection icon 03TM720 includes a triangular object indicating that the music can be selected in the upper and lower parts, it is possible for the player to change the music by operating the stick controller 31A. It has been notified that there is. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reproduces and outputs the music A from the speakers 8L and 8R based on the music A currently selected.

In the present embodiment, a round movie can be played (displayed) in a predetermined area of the image display device 5 (in this example, the moving image display area 03TM730) as a background image of the jackpot game. In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B4), the effect control CPU 120 reproduces a round movie in the moving image display area 03TM730 as a background image of the jackpot game.

Next, based on the fact that one game ball was won (V prize) in the big prize opening during the period when the special variable winning ball device 7 during the first round game (small hit game) in the first half big hit was open. Then, 15 prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given, and the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display are updated by "15".

As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B5), at the timing immediately after one game ball is won in the special variable winning ball device 7 (at the timing of TB5 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 is set to the third position. 1 Perform a winning effect. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot payout display in an enlarged manner in the first enlarged display area 03TM310B of the image display device 5, and executes a winning sound effect effect. , The winning sound effect A (volume: low) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit green light. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 also executes the update display of the TOTAL ball output display at the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (B6), the effect control CPU 120 finishes the first winning effect, and displays the characters "0015" in the first display area 03TM310A of the image display device 5 as a jackpot output display. It is displayed, and the characters "TOTAL 3315" are displayed on the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5 as the TOTAL ball output display (timing of TB6 shown in FIG. 8-7).

Next, while the special variable winning ball device 7 is open during the first round game, a total of nine game balls have been won in the large winning opening, and the tenth game ball has been entered in the large winning opening. Is awarded, and 15 prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given, and the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display are updated by "15".

As shown in FIG. 8-10 (B7), at the timing when one game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7 (at the timing of TB7 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 receives the first prize. Perform the production. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot payout display in an enlarged manner in the first enlarged display area 03TM310B of the image display device 5, and executes a winning sound effect effect. , The winning sound effect A (volume: low) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit green light. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 also executes the update display of the TOTAL ball output display at the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (B8), the effect control CPU 120 finishes the first winning effect, and the characters "0150" are displayed in the first display area 03TM310A of the image display device 5 as the jackpot payout display. Is displayed, and the characters "TOTAL 3450" are displayed on the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5 as the TOTAL ball output display (timing of TB6 shown in FIG. 8-7).

At this time, based on the fact that the large winning opening is controlled to be closed on the condition that the number of game balls that have entered the large winning opening reaches 10, the effect control CPU 120 determines the interval period of the round game. In, the first digestion effect of erasing the round icon image corresponding to the round game during the first special effect is executed, and the round icon image 03TM700A in a white aspect corresponding to the round game is executed from the left side of the screen of the image display device 5. Erase one.

Next, the game state is controlled to the big hit game state, and one game ball is in the big prize opening during the period when the special variable winning ball device 7 during the second round game (during the big hit game) in the first half big hit is open. It is assumed that a prize is won, 15 prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given, and the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display are updated by "15".

As shown in FIG. 8-10 (B9), at the timing when one game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7 (at the timing of TB9 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 receives the first prize. Perform the production. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot payout display in an enlarged manner in the first enlarged display area 03TM310B of the image display device 5, and executes a winning sound effect effect. , The winning sound effect A (volume: low) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit green light. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 also executes the update display of the TOTAL ball output display at the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (B10), the effect control CPU 120 finishes the first winning effect, and displays the characters "0165" in the first display area 03TM310A of the image display device 5 as a big hit ball output display. It is displayed, and the characters "TOTAL 3465" are displayed on the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5 as the TOTAL ball output display (timing of TB10 shown in FIG. 8-7).

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (B11), the image is displayed based on the fact that all the round games in the first half jackpot are completed and 15 × 10 balls × 10 rounds = 1500 prize balls are given. In the state where the characters "1500" are displayed as the jackpot payout display in the first display area 03TM310A of the device 5, and the characters "TOTAL 4800" are displayed as the TOTAL payout display in the upper left part of the screen of the image display device 5. The game state shifts to the normal state. Then, the variable display (variable display stored as the hold memory during the time saving state) of the second special symbol whose display result is "small hit" in the normal state is started (timing of TB11 shown in FIG. 8-7). .. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 erases the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and the characters "right-handed" from the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5 based on the fact that the gaming state is controlled to the normal state.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (B12), the CPU 103 ends the variable display of the special symbol, and the effect control CPU 120 is a small hit in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r. When the game state is controlled to the small hit game state (at the timing of TB12 shown in FIG. 8-7) with the combination of symbols (“135” in this example) fixedly stopped, the effect control CPU 120 , The character "remaining time" and the updatable time gauge image 03TM600 indicating the remaining period controlled by the small hit game state are displayed at the lower left of the screen of the image display device 5, and the screen right of the image display device 5. The second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed at the bottom. The second promotion image 03TM520 includes a second arrow image in the center of the image instructing the player to hit right in order to win a V prize (winning a prize in the grand prize opening), and the characters "Aim for V" in the upper center of the image. It is an image including. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 instructing the right-handed person and the characters "right-handed" on the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5.

Here, the characters "remaining time", the time gauge image 03TM600, and the second promotion image 03TM520 are displayed with a higher priority than the effect image related to the jackpot effect.

When the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the normal state is "big hit" (that is, when a so-called direct hit big hit that is not via the small hit occurs), the effect control CPU 120 is used. Similar to the case where the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the normal state is "small hit", the characters "remaining time" and the time gauge image 03TM600 are displayed at the lower left of the screen of the image display device 5. At the same time, the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and the characters "right-handed" are displayed in the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5. At this time, the time gauge image 03TM600 indicates the remaining period during which the first round game is executed. That is, it is possible to execute a common effect depending on whether a big hit via a small hit occurs or a direct hit big hit occurs.

On the other hand, when the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the normal state is "big hit", the effect control CPU 120 may be "small hit" at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5. The second special promotion image different from the second promotion image 03TM520 shall be displayed. The second special promotion image does not include the character "Aim for V" (Fig. 8-10 (B12)), and the second arrow image instructing the player to hit right to win the prize at the big prize opening, and the second arrow image. It is an image containing the characters "Aim at the attacker". That is, it is possible to execute different launch notifications depending on whether or not a V prize is required (difference in control conditions for the big hit) depending on whether a big hit via a small hit occurs or a direct hit big hit occurs.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-11 (B13), the effect control CPU 120 starts the second special effect at the timing when the V prize is generated (at the timing of TB13 shown in FIG. 8-7). Therefore, the second special effect is started at the timing when the V prize is generated in the small hit game state, and is continuously executed until the big hit game state after the end of the small hit game state. In this example, since the big hit via the small hit occurs, the second special effect is executed at the timing when the V prize occurs, but the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state. If becomes a "big hit", the second special effect shall be executed when the big hit game state is started.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes a cut-in effect notifying that the round game of the second half jackpot has started, and displays the cut-in image 03TM810 corresponding to the first round in the round game on the entire screen of the image display device 5. Display it. The cut-in image 03TM810 is an image including a gray background image, the characters "Still more!", And a ally character. Here, the cut-in image 03TM810 is displayed with a higher priority than other effect images related to the jackpot effect, except for the small symbol in the upper right part of the screen and the right-handed instruction image 03TM530.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 moves the movable body 03TM100 to the effect position, executes a white light emitting effect, and causes the movable body LED to emit white light.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-11 (B14), the cut-in image 03TM810 is erased at the timing when the cut-in effect is finished (at the timing of TB14 shown in FIG. 8-7).

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays a red-shaped round icon image 03TM700B corresponding to the round game in the jackpot on the left side of the screen of the image display device 5, based on the fact that the number of rounds in the jackpot is 10. Display 10 pieces. Further, the effect control CPU 120 displays the emblem image 03TM710, which is the same as that of the first special effect, on the upper center of the screen of the image display device 5.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 causes the second display area 03TM320A of the image display device 5 to display the characters "1500" as the jackpot ball output display, and displays the TOTAL ball output on the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5. Display the characters "TOTAL 4800".

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 displays the music selection icon 03TM720 at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5. The information displayed on the music selection icon 03TM720 shall inherit the music ([music A] in this example) selected when the jackpot game corresponding to the first half jackpot ends. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reproduces and outputs the music A from the speakers 8L and 8R based on the music A currently selected.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reproduces the round movie in the moving image display area 03TM730 as the background image of the jackpot game, and displays the rainbow-colored effect display.

Next, based on the fact that one game ball won a prize (V prize) in the big prize opening during the period when the special variable winning ball device 7 during the first round game (small hit game) in the second half big hit is open. Then, 15 prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given, and the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display are updated by "15".

As shown in FIG. 8-11 (B15), at the timing immediately after one game ball is won in the special variable winning ball device 7 (at the timing of TB15 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 is set to the third position. 2 Perform a winning effect. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot payout display in an enlarged manner in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B of the image display device 5, and executes a winning sound effect effect. , The winning sound effect B (volume: loud) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit red light. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 also executes the update display of the TOTAL ball output display at the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-11 (B16), the effect control CPU 120 finishes the second winning effect, and displays the characters "1515" in the second display area 03TM320A of the image display device 5 as a big hit ball output display. It is displayed, and the characters "TOTAL 4815" are displayed on the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5 as the TOTAL ball output display (timing of TB16 shown in FIG. 8-7).

Next, while the special variable winning ball device 7 is open during the first round game, a total of nine game balls have been won in the large winning opening, and the tenth game ball has been entered in the large winning opening. Is awarded, and 15 prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given, and the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display are updated by "15".

As shown in FIG. 8-11 (B17), at the timing when one game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7 (at the timing of TB17 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 receives the second prize. Perform the production. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot payout display in an enlarged manner in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B of the image display device 5, and executes a winning sound effect effect. , The winning sound effect B (volume: loud) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit red light. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 also executes the update display of the TOTAL ball output display at the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes a rotation effect of rotating the circular movable portion of the movable body 03TM100 as a pre-stage effect of the second digestion effect described later.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (B18), the effect control CPU 120 finishes the second winning effect, and the characters "1650" are displayed in the first display area 03TM310A of the image display device 5 as the jackpot payout display. Is displayed, and the characters "TOTAL 4950" are displayed on the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5 as the TOTAL ball output display (timing of TB18 shown in FIG. 8-7).

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (B19), based on the fact that the large winning opening was controlled to be closed on the condition that the number of game balls that entered the large winning opening reached 10. (Timing of TB19 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 executes the second digestion effect of erasing the round icon image corresponding to the round game during the second special effect during the interval period of the round game. One red-shaped round icon image 03TM700B corresponding to the round game is erased from the left side of the screen of the image display device 5, and the digestion effect image 03TM700E is displayed.

At this time, a cut-in effect is also executed in parallel as the second digestion effect, and the cut-in image 03TM820 corresponding to the second round in the round game is displayed on the entire screen of the image display device 5. The cut-in image 03TM820 is an image including a gray background image, the characters "NEXT", and a ally character. Here, the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed with a higher priority than the background image including the jackpot output display and the round movie. Further, the round icon image, the TOTAL ball output display, the emblem image, and the like are displayed with a higher priority than the cut-in image 03TM820.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 ends the white light emission effect with the movable body 03TM100 positioned at the effect position, and turns off the movable body LED.

Next, while the special variable winning ball device 7 is open during the second round game, a total of three game balls have been won in the large winning opening, and the fourth game ball has been entered in the large winning opening. Is awarded, and 15 prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given, and the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display are updated by "15".

As shown in FIG. 8-12 (B20), at the timing when one game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7 (at the timing of TB20 shown in FIG. 8-7), the effect control CPU 120 receives the second prize. Perform the production. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 executes an update effect, executes an update display of the jackpot payout display in an enlarged manner in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B of the image display device 5, and executes a winning sound effect effect. , The winning sound effect B (volume: loud) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the winning light emitting effect is executed, and the game effect lamp 9 is made to emit red light. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 also executes the update display of the TOTAL ball output display at the upper left portion of the screen of the image display device 5.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 moves the movable body 03TM100 to the effect position, executes a white light emitting effect, and causes the movable body LED to emit white light.

In the present embodiment, when the value of the TOTAL payout display exceeds a predetermined value (for example, "5000", "10000", etc.), the value of the TOTAL payout display is a predetermined value (for example, "5000", "10000"). Etc.), it is possible to execute an excess effect that notifies that the value has been exceeded. In the excess effect, the excess cut-in image 03TM900 is displayed at the center of the image display device 5 in the vertical direction of the screen. The excess cut-in image 03TM900 includes information (in this example, "5000 OVER", etc.) corresponding to a predetermined value in which the value of the TOTAL ball output display is exceeded.

In this example, in the state where the character "4995" is shown as the TOTAL ball output display, the game ball is won in the large winning opening, and 15 additional prize balls x 1 ball = 15 are given to the TOTAL ball output. When the display is updated to "15", the value of the TOTAL payout display exceeds the predetermined value (5000). As shown in FIG. 8-12 (B20), the effect control CPU 120 executes the excess effect and displays the excess cut-in image 03TM900. The excess cut-in image is displayed with a higher priority than the jackpot output display.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (B21), all the round games in the second half jackpot are completed (at the timing of TB21 shown in FIG. 8-7), and 15 pieces × 10 balls × 10 rounds = 1500 prizes. When the ball is given, the effect control CPU 120 that has received the jackpot end designation command that specifies the end of the jackpot displays the result image 03TM950A on the entire screen of the image display device 5. The result image 03TM950A includes the characters "TOTAL 6300" indicating the total number of prize balls awarded.

At this time, the effect control CPU 120 moves the movable body 03TM100 to the initial position, ends the white light emitting effect, and turns off the movable body LED. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 ends the rainbow-colored light emission effect and turns off the panel LED of the logo panel 03TM200.

In the present embodiment, in the first round of the big hit game state, a prize ball is given based on the winning of the big winning opening, while the small hit occurs in the small hit game state (substantially the first round). When a big hit is made, a V prize is generated and a prize ball is given based on a prize in the big prize opening provided with a device for determining the V prize of the game ball, which is a condition for generating a big hit. Therefore, regardless of whether the game state is controlled to the big hit game state or the small hit game state, the player aims to make the game ball enter the big winning opening by hitting right. Here, in the present embodiment, there are cases where the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol is "big hit" and the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol is "small hit". Although a configuration is shown in which a different image is displayed as an image instructing a right-handed hit to win a prize in the mouth, the present invention is not limited to such a form, and a common image may be displayed.

For example, even if the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "big hit", it is the same as the case where the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "small hit". May display the first promotion image 03TM510. That is, when the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol in the time saving state is "big hit", the special variable winning ball device 7 is already controlled to the big hit gaming state when the game ball wins. Although the V prize, which is the condition for generating the jackpot game state, does not occur, when the first prize occurs, the same effect as the V prize (a pseudo effect that makes it look as if the V prize has occurred) is executed. May be good.

[Look-ahead challenge production (failure pattern) and discontinuous jackpot production example]
Next, a look-ahead challenge effect of the failure pattern and an example of the effect when it is decided to execute the discontinuous jackpot will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-8 and 8-13 to 8-15.

FIG. 8-13 is a time chart showing the execution timing of each effect related to the look-ahead challenge effect of the failure pattern and the discontinuous jackpot, and FIGS. 8-8, 8-14, and 8-15 are the failure patterns. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the production image related to the look-ahead challenge production and the discontinuous jackpot.

Regarding the effect image of the look-ahead challenge effect of the failure pattern, the effect until the failure is notified is the same as in the case of the success pattern, and is the same as in FIG. 8-8 described above. 8-14 and 8-15 will be described.

As shown in FIG. 8-14 (C1), the effect control CPU 120 displayed the characters “failure ...” suggesting that the look-ahead challenge effect would fail (TC1X timing shown in FIG. 8-13). Later, based on the CPU 103 ending the variable display, the combination of small symbols (“135” in this example) whose display result is “small hit” in the small symbol display areas 5l, 5c, and 5r is fixedly stopped. (Timing of TC1Y shown in FIG. 8-13).

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (C2), at the timing when the symbol determination period (10 seconds) has elapsed (at the timing of TC2 shown in FIG. 8-13), the small hit start that specifies the start of the small hit game is specified. Upon receiving the designated command, the effect control CPU 120 displays the characters "BIG BONUS" indicating that a non-continuous big hit (including a big hit via a small hit) occurs. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 does not execute the rainbow-colored light emission effect, and the panel LED of the logo panel 03TM200 remains turned off.

Next, the effect configuration on the display screen of the image display device 5 in FIGS. 8-14 (C3) to 8-15 (C10) is continuous as shown in FIGS. 8-9 (B3) to 8-10 (B10). The first half of the jackpot is the same as the effect configuration on the display screen of the jackpot image display device 5, so the description thereof will be omitted.

However, the production configuration of the logo panel 03TM200 in FIGS. 8-14 (C3) to 8-15 (C10) is the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot shown in FIGS. 8-9 (B3) to 8-10 (B10). Unlike the effect configuration of the logo panel 03TM200, the rainbow-colored light emission effect is not executed, and the panel LED of the logo panel 03TM200 is left off. Also, the emblem image 03TM710 showing the characters "BIG SNIPE BONUS" is not displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-15 (C11), the image is displayed based on the fact that all the round games in the first half jackpot are completed and 15 × 10 balls × 10 rounds = 1500 prize balls are given. In the state where the characters "1500" are displayed as the jackpot payout display in the first display area 03TM310A of the device 5, and the characters "TOTAL 4800" are displayed as the TOTAL payout display in the upper left part of the screen of the image display device 5. The game state shifts to the normal state. Then, the variable display (variable display stored as the hold memory during the time saving state) of the second special symbol whose display result is "off" in the normal state is started (TC11 timing shown in FIGS. 8-13). At this time, the effect control CPU 120 erases the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and the characters "right-handed" from the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5 based on the fact that the gaming state is controlled to the normal state.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-15 (C12), the effect control CPU 120 that has received the second symbol confirmation designation command based on the CPU 103 ending the variable display of the special symbol has the small symbol display areas 5l and 5c. The combination of small symbols (“246” in this example) whose display result is “off” in 5r is fixedly stopped, and the result image 03TM950B is displayed on the entire screen of the image display device 5 (TC12 shown in FIGS. 8-13). Timing). The result image 03TM950B contains the characters "TOTAL 4800" indicating the total number of prize balls awarded.

[Type 1 + Type 2 mixer]
In the above embodiments, (i) a [kind of big hit] that controls the game state of a big hit based on the fact that the display result of the variable display becomes a "big hit", and (ii) the display result of the variable display is a "small hit". Based on the fact that, the game medium is controlled to the small hit gaming state so that the gaming medium can enter the V winning area in the V winning device, and the big hit gaming state is set based on the fact that the gaming medium has entered the V winning area. It is a gaming machine equipped with a [two-kind jackpot] to control. That is, the gaming machine in the above embodiment is a [type + type 2 mixer] having a pattern of [type 1 jackpot] and [type 2 jackpot] as a pattern for controlling the (i + ii) jackpot gaming state. According to such a configuration, the playability of the one-kind + two-kind mixer can improve the interest of the production in continuous big hits.

In this way, even if the gaming machine that is a [type 1 + type 2 mixer] is not awarded a V prize during the period controlled by the small hit gaming state corresponding to the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, it is held. Since the display result of the variable display based on the memory (variable display whose execution is suspended (one in this example)) is either "small hit" or "big hit", it corresponds to the latter half big hit in the continuous big hit. It is possible to control the hit game state or the big hit game state.

For example, the V prize is not awarded during the period controlled by the small hit gaming state corresponding to the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, and after the jackpot gaming state corresponding to the first half jackpot is not controlled, the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is supported. When the V prize is won during the period controlled by the small hit game state, the second special effect corresponding to the latter half big hit as shown in FIGS. 8-11 and 8-12 is executed. Therefore, in such a case, although the first special effect corresponding to the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is not executed, the second special effect corresponding to the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is executed.

[Other gaming machines]
In the above embodiment, an example in which the gaming machine is [a kind + two kinds mixing machine] is shown, but the above embodiment shows not only such a form but also a gaming machine having different game characteristics. An effect related to continuous jackpot may be applied.

As described above, a V winning opening (also referred to as a V area) is provided in the large winning opening (for example, downstream of the large winning opening), and a V switch that detects that a game ball has entered the V winning opening is counted. In addition to adopting a configuration provided separately from the switch 23, the probability change control may be performed when the entry of the game ball is detected by the V switch.

Further, on the downstream side of the count switch 23 in the large winning opening, a specific route through which the game ball flows down to the V winning opening side and another route (excretion route) are provided, and the specific route is specifically variable. It is assumed that the open state and the closed state are repeated by the device (V lid). Then, in the closed state by the specific variable device, the game ball that has entered the large winning opening is guided to another route without entering the specific route, and in the open state by the specific variable device, the game ball that has entered the large winning opening It is possible to enter a specific route.

<V probability change machine>
For example, as a jackpot type of jackpot based on the variable display of the second special symbol, time reduction control is executed over a predetermined number of variable displays (0 times, 10 times, 100 times, etc.) after the end of the jackpot game state. "2R jackpot F" and "10R jackpot F" and "2R jackpot G" and "10R jackpot G" in which time reduction control is executed over the variable display until the next jackpot occurs are provided. In addition, these "2R jackpot F", "2R jackpot G", "10R jackpot F", and "10R jackpot G" are V winning openings after the game ball wins the jackpot in the first round of the jackpot game state. By winning a prize, it is also a big hit in which probability variation control is executed in a variable display in which time reduction control is executed after the end of the big hit game. A gaming state in which the time saving control is executed but the probability variation control is not executed is referred to as a time saving state, and a gaming state in which the time saving control is executed and the probability variation control is executed is referred to as a probability variation state.

For example, the open state of the specific variable device (V lid) includes a short open state (for example, 0.004 seconds) in which the open state is short and a long open state (for example, 15 seconds) in which the open state is long. ). In "2R jackpot F" and "10R jackpot F", the specific variable device is in the short open state in the first round of the jackpot game state, and "2R jackpot G" and "10R jackpot G" are in the first round of the jackpot game state. It is assumed that the specific variable device is in the long open state.

The jackpot game state by "2R jackpot F" is a normal open jackpot that changes the jackpot to an open state that is advantageous to the player in the first to second rounds. Further, in the "2R jackpot F", it is extremely difficult to make the game ball win the V winning opening because the specific variable device is in the short open state in the first round, and it is expected that the probability variation control will be executed. Since it cannot be done, it is a substantial normal jackpot.

The jackpot game state by "2R jackpot G" is a normal open jackpot that changes the jackpot to an open state that is advantageous to the player in the first to second rounds. Further, in the "2R jackpot G", since the specific variable device is in the long open state in the first round, it is extremely easy to make the game ball win the V winning opening, and it is expected that the probability variation control will be executed. Since it can be done, it will be a substantial probability change jackpot. If the game ball cannot be won in the V winning opening in the big hit game state by "2R big hit G", the predetermined number of times (0 times, 10 times, 100 times) after the end of the big hit game state. Etc.) It is assumed that the time saving control is executed and the probability variation control is not executed over the variable display.

The jackpot game state by "10R jackpot F" is a normal open jackpot that changes the jackpot to an open state that is advantageous to the player in the first to tenth rounds. Further, in the "10R jackpot F", it is extremely difficult to make the game ball win the V winning opening because the specific variable device is in the short open state in the first round, and it is expected that the probability variation control will be executed. Since it cannot be done, it is a substantial normal jackpot.

The jackpot game state by "10R jackpot G" is a normal open jackpot that changes the jackpot to an open state that is advantageous to the player in the first to tenth rounds. Further, in the "10R jackpot G", since the specific variable device is in the long open state in the first round, it is extremely easy to make the game ball win the V winning opening, and it is expected that the probability variation control will be executed. Since it can be done, it will be a substantial probability change jackpot. If the game ball cannot be won in the V winning opening in the big hit game state by "10R big hit G", a predetermined number of times (0 times, 10 times, 100 times) after the end of the big hit game state. Etc.) It is assumed that the time saving control is executed and the probability variation control is not executed over the variable display.

In this way, in the gaming machine of this example, the probability variation control is executed after the jackpot game is completed by winning the V winning opening after the game ball wins the jackpot in the jackpot gaming state [V probability variation game. Machine].

In such a [V probability change machine] gaming machine, when the jackpot type of the jackpot based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol in the probability variation state is "10R jackpot G", after the end of the jackpot gaming state, "10R jackpot" Based on the fact that it is confirmed that either "F" or "10R jackpot G" is continuously generated, various effects related to the generation of continuous jackpot (BIG SNIPE BONUS) may be performed.

For example, (1) after the first hit (“2R jackpot G”) based on the fluctuation of the first special symbol in the normal state occurs, it is controlled to the probabilistic state, and the fluctuation display is executed until the next jackpot occurs. In this period, the fluctuation pattern until the next big hit occurs is determined to be the fluctuation pattern of PA8-1 described above, the fluctuation time is 0.2 seconds, and the already displayed display is continuously displayed as it is. It is assumed that the continuous display effect is executed, and only the variable display of the small symbol is executed on the display screen of the image display device 5.

(2) Next, when the variation display in which the next jackpot (either "10R jackpot F" or "10R jackpot G") occurs based on the fluctuation of the second special symbol is executed, (2-1) jackpot type When was "10R jackpot G", the look-ahead challenge effect of the success pattern was executed, continuous jackpot (BIG SNIPE BONUS) was executed, and (2-2) jackpot type was "10R jackpot F". In that case, the look-ahead challenge effect of the failure pattern is executed, and the discontinuous jackpot (BIG BONUS) is executed.

In such a [V probability change machine] gaming machine, if the V prize is not awarded during the period controlled by the jackpot gaming state corresponding to the first half jackpot, a predetermined number of times (0) is required after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Since the time is controlled over the variable display of times, 10 times, 100 times, etc.), V prizes are compared to the case where the V prize is given during the period controlled to the big hit gaming state corresponding to the first half big hit in the continuous big hit. The rate of big hits in the second half decreases.

(Means 03-1)
As shown in FIG. 8-5, when controlled in the [Challenge mode], (4) the variation display result of the second special symbol in the time saving state becomes "10R normal big hit"("small hit E"). , A pattern in which a continuous jackpot (10R jackpot x 2 = 3000 balls) occurs in which the variation display result of the second special symbol in the normal state after the jackpot ends is "10R time-saving jackpot"("small hit D"), and ( 5) The variation display result of the second special symbol in the time saving state becomes "10R normal jackpot"("small hit E"), and the variation display result of the second special symbol in the normal state after the jackpot ends becomes "missing". There is a pattern in which a discontinuous big hit (10R big hit x 1 = 1500 balls) occurs.

As shown in FIGS. 8-9 to 8-11, in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the jackpot payout display is displayed in the first display area 03TM310A and the first enlarged display area 03TM310B of the image display device 5. In the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the jackpot payout display is displayed in the second display area 03TM320A and the second enlarged display area 03TM320B of the image display device 5. Therefore, the jackpot payout display in the second half jackpot is displayed in a more emphasized manner than the jackpot payout display in the first half jackpot.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a special feeling that the jackpot game is executed a plurality of times in the continuous jackpot (BIG SNIPE BONUS), and in the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the jackpot is larger than the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot. By emphasizing the payout display, it is possible to strongly recognize that there are many payouts, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(Means 03-4)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, when the display result of the variation display of the second special symbol becomes "big hit" and the game is controlled to the jackpot game state, and when the variation display of the second special symbol is displayed. The result is a "small hit", which is common to the production image (characters of "remaining time", time gauge image 03TM600, right-handed instruction image 03TM530) when the small hit game state is controlled and then the big hit game state is controlled. , And the characters "right-handed") are displayed. That is, it is possible to execute a common effect in the big hit game state and the big hit game state via the small hit game state. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the production configuration from becoming complicated due to the execution of a significantly different effect between the big hit game state and the big hit game state via the small hit game state, and the game state in the continuous big hit. It is possible to improve the interest by making it easier to understand the production corresponding to the change of.

(Means 03-5)
As shown in FIG. 8-3, the jackpot types include "2R time-saving jackpot A", "3R time-saving jackpot A", "3R normal jackpot", "10R time-saving jackpot", "10R normal jackpot", etc., and are continuous. The first half jackpot in the jackpot is "10R normal jackpot", and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is "10R time saving jackpot". According to such a configuration, in the continuous jackpot, the 10R jackpot, which has the highest advantage in terms of the number of rounds, is executed a plurality of times in succession, so that the player can be given a special feeling and the interest can be improved. ..

(Means 03-6)
As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), in the first half big hit (10R normal big hit) in the continuous big hit, when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7, the first winning effect is executed and the first winning effect is executed. The big hit ball output display is displayed in the enlarged display area 03TM310B, the winning sound effect A (volume: low) is reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 emits green light. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), in the latter half jackpot (10R time saving jackpot) in the continuous jackpot, the second winning effect is executed when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7. , The big hit ball output display is displayed in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B, which is larger than the first enlarged display area 03TM310B, and the winning sound effect B, which is louder than the winning sound effect A (volume: low), is displayed from the speakers 8L and 8R. (Volume: loud) is reproduced and output, and the game effect lamp 9 emits light in red, which is more emphasized than green. According to such a configuration, by emphasizing that the game ball has won the special variable winning ball device 7 in the second half jackpot than in the first half jackpot, it is possible to strongly recognize that the number of winnings is large, and the interest is raised. Can be improved.

(Means 03-7)
As shown in FIG. 8-10 (B8), in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, during the interval period of the round game, the first digestion effect of erasing the round icon image corresponding to the round game during the first special effect is performed. This is executed, and one white round icon image 03TM700A corresponding to the round game is erased from the left side of the screen of the image display device 5.

On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 8-11 (B17) to (B19), in the latter half of the continuous jackpot, a rotation effect of rotating the circular movable portion of the movable body 03TM100 was executed as a pre-stage effect of the second digestion effect. Later, the second digestion effect of erasing the round icon image corresponding to the round game during the second special effect is executed, and the round icon image 03TM700B in the red aspect corresponding to the round game is executed from the left side of the screen of the image display device 5. Is erased and the digestion effect image 03TM700E is displayed.

According to such a configuration, when erasing the round icon image corresponding to the round game in the second half jackpot, it is possible to strongly recognize that the number of rounds is large by emphasizing the mode more than the first half jackpot. You can improve your interest.

(Means 03-8)
As shown in FIGS. 8-8 (A5) and 8-9 (B1) to (B3), the look-ahead challenge effect is executed according to the effect mode, and the characters "Challenge! Defeat 3 people!" It is displayed. Next, after displaying the word "success" that suggests success in the look-ahead challenge production, the word "BIG SNIPE BONUS" that indicates that two consecutive big hits (including big hits via small hits) occur. It is displayed and it is shifting to continuous jackpot (BIG SNIPE BONUS). According to such a configuration, the player can be given a special feeling and the interest can be improved by the look-ahead challenge effect as a suggestion effect for the second reserved memory which is a small hit or a big hit is stored.

(Means 03-9)
As shown in FIGS. 8-7 and 8-9 to 8-12, the rainbow-colored light emitting effect is executed during the period from the start of the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot to the end of the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot. , The panel LED of the logo panel 03TM200 emits rainbow colors. According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the big hit is executed a plurality of times, and to improve the interest.

(Means 03-10)
As shown in FIG. 8-3, the fanfare period of the first half big hit (10R normal big hit, small hit E) is 5 seconds, and the fanfare period of the second half big hit (10R short-time big hit, small hit D) is 0.004 seconds. Therefore, the fanfare period is shorter in the second half jackpot than in the first half jackpot. Further, the ending period of the first half big hit (10R normal big hit, small hit E) is 0.004 seconds, and the ending period of the second half big hit (10R short-time big hit, big hit via small hit D) is 20 seconds, so the ending period. Is shorter in the first half jackpot than in the second half jackpot. According to such a configuration, the period from the end of the first half jackpot to the start of the second half jackpot is shortened, so that the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot can be shown as a series of continuous jackpots, and within a certain period of time. The number of prize balls given to players will increase, and the interest can be improved.

(Means 03-11)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the update display of the jackpot payout display is executed in the first enlarged display area 03TM310B of the image display device 5, and FIG. As shown in 11 and 8-12, in the latter half of the big hit in the continuous big hit, the update display of the big hit payout display is executed in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B of the image display device 5. According to such a configuration, it is possible to update and display the jackpot payout display in different display modes for the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, and emphasize the update display of the jackpot payout display in the second half jackpot. Therefore, it is possible to strongly recognize that there are many balls to be played, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(Means 03-12)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, in the first half big hit in the continuous big hit, the big hit payout display is displayed in the first display area 03TM310A of the image display device 5, and the upper left of the screen of the image display device 5 is displayed. The TOTAL ball output display is displayed in the section. As shown in FIGS. 8-11 and 8-12, in the latter half of the continuous jackpot, the jackpot payout display is displayed in the second display area 03TM320A of the image display device 5 which is larger than the first display area 03TM310A. , The TOTAL ball ejection display is displayed in the upper left part of the screen of the image display device 5 which is common to the case of the first half big hit. According to such a configuration, it is possible to display the jackpot payout display in different display modes for the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, while the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot are common. It is possible to display the TOTAL ball ejection display in the display mode of, and since the TOTAL ball ejection display is not emphasized even in the latter half of the big hit, it is possible to suppress the complication of the production.

(Means 03-13)
As shown in FIG. 8-12 (B20), the excess effect is executed, and the excess cut-in image 03TM900 is displayed at the center of the image display device 5 in the vertical direction of the screen. Here, since the excess cut-in image is displayed with a higher priority than the jackpot output display, it is possible to reduce the visibility of other effect images during the jackpot and to pay attention to the excess cut-in image. According to such a configuration, the number of prize balls given exceeds a predetermined value (5000, 10000, etc.) by emphasizing that the number of prize balls given exceeds a predetermined value (5000, 10000, etc.) while suppressing the complication of the production during the big hit game. You can make them strongly aware of this and improve their interests.

(Means 03-14)
As shown in FIG. 8-12 (B20), the second winning effect is executed, and the update display of the jackpot payout display is executed in the enlarged mode in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B of the image display device 5, and the screen is displayed. If the excess effect is executed while the update display of the TOTAL ball output display is being executed in the upper left, the excess cut-in image 03TM900 is displayed in the central portion in the vertical direction of the screen. Here, the excess cut-in image is displayed with a higher priority than the jackpot payout display, and is superimposed on the jackpot payout display in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B, so that the excess cut-in image is displayed. During the period, it is difficult to see the big hit ball output display. On the other hand, the visibility of the TOTAL ball ejection display is not deteriorated due to the display of the excess cut-in image. Therefore, when the jackpot payout display update operation and the TOTAL payout display update operation are executed when the excess cut-in image is displayed, the TOTAL payout display update operation is visible. On the other hand, the update operation of the jackpot output display is executed in a state where it is difficult to see (on the background side of the excess cut-in image). According to such a configuration, while emphasizing that the number of prize balls given by the excess effect exceeds a predetermined value (5,000, 10,000, etc.), the jackpot payout display executed in parallel with the excess effect is displayed. It is also possible not to reduce the interest in the update operation and the update operation of the TOTAL payout display. In addition, it is possible to prevent the production from becoming complicated during the execution of the excess production.

The jackpot payout display may be displayed with a higher priority than the excess cut-in image 03TM900. In this case, when the excess cut-in image 03TM900 is displayed, the update operation of the jackpot payout display is executed in a visible state. Further, when the excess cut-in image 03TM900 is displayed and the update operation of the jackpot payout display and the update operation of the TOTAL payout display are executed, the update operation of the TOTAL payout display is difficult to see. On the other hand, the update operation of the jackpot output display may be executed in a visible state. Further, when the excess cut-in image 03TM900 is displayed and the update operation of the jackpot payout display and the update operation of the TOTAL payout display are executed, the TOTAL payout display update operation and the jackpot payout display update operation and the jackpot payout display are executed. The display update operation may be executed in a state where it is difficult to see.

(Means 03-15)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, the cut-in effect is not executed during the interval period of the round game of the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (B19), during the interval period of the round game, the cut-in effect is executed in parallel with the effect of erasing the round icon image, and the second round in the round game is displayed on the entire screen. The cut-in image 03TM820 corresponding to is displayed.

Here, the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed with a higher priority than the jackpot payout display. The TOTAL ball output display has a higher priority than the cut-in image 03TM820. Further, although not shown, when the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed, both the jackpot payout display update operation and the TOTAL payout display update operation can be executed. Although the jackpot payout display itself is superimposed on the cut-in image 03TM820 and cannot be visually recognized, the jackpot payout display update operation is executed on the background side of the cut-in image 03TM820. Therefore, when the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed and the jackpot payout display update operation and the TOTAL payout display update operation are executed, the TOTAL payout display update operation is visible. On the other hand, the update operation of the jackpot output display is executed in a state where it is difficult to see. According to such a configuration, the cut-in effect emphasizes the start and end of the round game in the latter half of the jackpot, and the update operation of the jackpot payout display and the TOTAL payout display executed in parallel with the cut-in effect. It is possible to prevent the interest in the update operation from being reduced. In addition, it is possible to prevent the production from becoming complicated during the execution of the cut-in effect.

The jackpot output display may be displayed with a higher priority than the cut-in image 03TM820. In this case, when the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed, the update operation of the jackpot payout display is executed in a visible state. Further, when the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed and the update operation of the jackpot payout display and the update operation of the TOTAL payout display are executed, the update operation of the TOTAL payout display is difficult to see. On the other hand, the update operation of the jackpot output display may be executed in a visible state. Further, when the cut-in image 03TM820 is displayed and the update operation of the jackpot payout display and the update operation of the TOTAL payout display are executed, the TOTAL payout display update operation and the jackpot payout display are displayed. The update operation may be executed in a state where it is difficult to see.

(Means 03-16)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the round icon image 03TM700A in a white mode corresponding to the round game in the jackpot is displayed on the left side of the screen of the image display device 5. ing. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-11 and 8-12, in the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, a round icon image 03TM700B in a red mode corresponding to the round game in the jackpot is displayed on the left side of the screen of the image display device 5. It is displayed. With such a configuration, it is possible to emphasize the difference in production between the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(Means 03-17)
As shown in FIG. 8-10 (B8), in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the first digestion effect is executed, and the round icon image 03TM700A in a white aspect corresponding to the round game is executed from the left side of the screen of the image display device 5. Has been erased. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-12 (B19), the second digestion effect is executed, and the red-shaped round icon image 03TM700B corresponding to the round game is erased from the left side of the screen of the image display device 5. At the same time, the digestion effect image 03TM700E is displayed. With such a configuration, it is possible to emphasize the difference in production between the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(Means 03-18)
As shown in FIG. 8-6 (A), in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7, the first winning effect is executed, and the winning effect is obtained from the speakers 8L and 8R. Sound A (volume: low) is reproduced and output, and the game effect lamp 9 emits green light. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-6 (B), in the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, when the game ball wins the special variable winning ball device 7, the second winning effect is executed, and the speakers 8L, 8R The winning sound effect B (volume: loud), which is louder than the winning sound effect A (volume: low), is played back and output, and the game effect lamp 9 is more emphasized than green in red (that is, in the game machine). In general, it emits light in a color that gives a feeling of expectation rather than green). According to such a configuration, in the latter half big hit, it is possible to emphasize that the game ball has won the special variable winning ball device 7 as compared with the first half big hit, and it is possible to give the player a special feeling and to produce the effect in the big hit game. You can eliminate the monotony.

(Means 03-19)
In the above embodiment, when a winning number (over winning) of a game ball exceeding a predetermined number (for example, 10) is detected in the large winning opening, the over winning effect is executed. A common over-winning effect is executed depending on whether the over-winning is detected in the first half of the continuous jackpot and the over-winning is detected in the second half of the continuous jackpot. According to such a configuration, regarding the over-winning effect corresponding to the infrequent event of winning a number of game balls exceeding a predetermined number (for example, 10) to the big winning opening, the first half big hit and the second half big hit By using a common production mode, it is possible to suppress the complexity of the production during the big hit game.

(Means 03-20)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 to 8-12, in the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the music selected at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5 when the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot ends (this example). Then, the music selection icon 03TM720 corresponding to [Music A]) is continuously displayed. At this time, the music ([music A] in this example) that was reproduced and output when the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot ends is continuously reproduced and output from the speakers 8L and 8R. According to such a configuration, the player can be impressed that the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot are a series of jackpots, and the interest can be improved.

(Means 03-21)
As shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and "right-handed" instructing the right-handed hit to the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5 The characters are displayed. Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-11 and 8-12, in the latter half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and "right", which are common to the first half jackpot, are displayed in the upper right part of the screen of the image display device 5. The characters "hit" are displayed. According to such a configuration, in the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, it is possible to suppress the decrease in the number of prize balls given by the player continuing to hit right. In the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, it is possible to suppress the complication of the effect display related to the jackpot game.

(Means 03-2), (Means 03-3)
As shown in FIG. 8-9 (B3), when the small hit game state corresponding to the first half big hit in the continuous big hit is controlled, the first promotion image 03TM510 is displayed on the entire screen of the image display device 5. The first promotion image 03TM510 includes a first arrow image in the center of the image instructing the player to hit right in order to win a V prize (winning a prize in the grand prize opening), and the character "Aim for V" in the upper center of the image. It is an image including. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-10 (B12), when the small hit game state corresponding to the latter half big hit in the continuous big hit is controlled, the second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5. Let me. The second promotion image 03TM520 includes a second arrow image at the lower right of the image instructing the player to hit right in order to win a V (winning a prize at the grand prize opening), and the characters "Aim for V" at the upper center of the image. It is an image including.

That is, the first promotion image 03TM510 displayed corresponding to the first half jackpot is displayed in a more emphasized manner than the second promotion image 03TM520 displayed corresponding to the second half jackpot. Further, the display area of the second promotion image 03TM520 is smaller than the display area of the first promotion image 03TM510, and the display area of the second promotion image 03TM520 is at the lower right of the screen, whereas the display area of the first promotion image 03TM510 is. Since the display area of is the entire screen, the visibility of the second promotion image 03TM520 is lower than the visibility of the first promotion image 03TM510 (less noticeable), and the second promotion image 03TM520 is more limited than the first promotion image 03TM510. It can be said that this is a display mode.

On the other hand, as described above, the big hit ball output display and the production image of the second digestion effect displayed corresponding to the second half big hit are the big hit ball output display and the first digestion effect displayed corresponding to the first half big hit. It is displayed in a more emphasized manner than the production image of. Further, in the latter half jackpot, the movable body 03TM100 operates to the effect position, whereas in the first half jackpot, the movable body 03TM100 does not operate to the effect position. Further, in the winning light emitting effect corresponding to the first half big hit, the game effect lamp 9 emits green light when the game ball wins in the big winning opening, whereas in the winning light emitting production corresponding to the second half big hit, the big winning opening When the game ball wins a prize, the game effect lamp 9 emits red light that gives a more promising feeling. As described above, the various effects executed in response to the second half jackpot are executed in a manner emphasized more than the various effects executed in response to the first half jackpot.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a special feeling that the big hit game is executed a plurality of times in the continuous big hit (BIG SNIPE BONUS), and in the latter half big hit, various effects are emphasized more than the first half big hit. It can improve the interest by being executed. In addition, since the first arrow image and the characters "Aim for V" are displayed large on the entire screen corresponding to the first half jackpot, control to the jackpot game state on condition of V winning is not executed (specific value is). It is possible to avoid the occurrence of a situation (a specific value is not given even though the opportunity to be given is acquired). On the other hand, in response to the second half jackpot, the second arrow image and the letters "Aim for V" are displayed in a small size at the bottom right of the screen, which encourages V prizes but emphasizes more than the production related to the first half jackpot. It is possible to prevent the effect related to the second half jackpot, which is executed in the above mode, from becoming inconspicuous, and to suppress the complication of the effect related to the second half jackpot.

As shown in FIG. 8-3, as the ending period of the second half jackpot (10R time saving jackpot, jackpot via small hit D) in the continuous jackpot, the ending period of the first half jackpot (10R normal jackpot, jackpot via small hit E) in the continuous jackpot There is a 20 second period longer than (0.004 seconds). In this way, by setting the ending period of the first half jackpot to a short period of 0.004 seconds among the continuous jackpots, it is as if the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot are continuous jackpots and are single jackpots. It is possible to show it to the player. Then, by setting the ending period of the latter half of the continuous jackpot to a long period of 20 seconds, the display of the result image and the execution period of the mode selection effect can be secured, and in the present embodiment in which the continuous jackpot can occur. It is possible to limit the number of balls that can be obtained in a predetermined period and suppress gambling.

In addition, the fanfare period of the first half jackpot (10R normal jackpot, small hit E) in the continuous jackpot is 5 seconds longer than the fanfare period (0.004 seconds) of the second half jackpot (10R short jackpot, small hit D) in the continuous jackpot. There is a period. In this way, by setting the fanfare period of the second half jackpot to a short period of 0.004 seconds among the continuous jackpots, it seems that the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot are continuous jackpots and are single jackpots. It is possible to show it to the player. Then, by setting the fanfare period of the first half of the continuous jackpots to a long period of 5 seconds, it is possible to secure the execution period of the effect of notifying that the jackpot has occurred, and in the present embodiment in which the continuous jackpots can be generated. , It is possible to limit the number of balls that can be obtained in a predetermined period and suppress gambling.

[Other variants]
(1) In the above embodiment, the player sets the effect mode in the ending period based on the reception of the jackpot end designation command (ending designation command) for designating the end of the jackpot game of the latter half jackpot (time saving jackpot) in the continuous jackpot. Although an example of executing the mode selection effect to be selected by is shown, the mode selection effect may be executed not only in such a form but also in other periods.

For example, a mode selection effect that allows the player to select the effect mode during the execution period of the jackpot game based on the reception of the jackpot start designation command (fanfare designation command) that specifies the start of the jackpot game of the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot. May be executed.

When this configuration is adopted, when the jackpot start designation command (fanfare designation command) that specifies the start of the jackpot game of the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot cannot be received, the effect selected and executed before being controlled by the continuous jackpot. It is assumed that the look-ahead challenge production corresponding to the production mode common to the mode is executed.

(2) In the above embodiment, an example in which a song during a big hit game in a continuous big hit can be selected has been shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a form, and a plurality of types of big hit effects including a background image and the like in addition to the music are shown. An effect corresponding to any kind of jackpot effect mode may be executed during the jackpot game. Then, during a predetermined period during the jackpot game, the jackpot mode selection effect may be executed so that the player can select the jackpot effect mode.

For example, in the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, when the effect corresponding to the jackpot effect mode selected by the player can be executed, the jackpot start designation command corresponding to the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot ( The jackpot mode selection effect is executed for a predetermined period from the timing when the fanfare designation command) is received, and the jackpot start designation command (fanfare designation command) corresponding to the second half jackpot after the end of the first half jackpot is received for a predetermined period. The jackpot mode selection effect may be executed over the entire period.

When this configuration is adopted, when the jackpot start designation command (fanfare designation command) corresponding to the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot cannot be received, the jackpot mode selection effect corresponding to the second half jackpot is not executed, so that the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot is not executed. The effect corresponding to the jackpot effect mode common to the jackpot effect mode selected in is executed.

(3) In the above embodiment, an example in which the big hit ball output display is not displayed during the period controlled to the small hit game state is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a form and is controlled to the small hit game state. During the period of time, the jackpot payout display may be displayed. In addition, while the big hit ball output display is not displayed during the period controlled to the small hit game state corresponding to the first half big hit, the big hit ball output is not displayed during the period controlled to the small hit game state corresponding to the second half big hit. The display may be displayed. Further, in the above embodiment, an example is shown in which the TOTAL ball output display is not displayed during the period controlled to the small hit game state corresponding to the first half big hit, but the present invention is not limited to such a form and corresponds to the first half big hit. The TOTAL ball output display may be displayed during the period controlled by the small hit game state.

(4) In the above embodiment, when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode], whether or not a continuous jackpot is obtained according to the display result of the one-time (one hold) variation display in which execution is suspended. An example of determining whether or not to perform is shown, but the present invention is not limited to such a form, and when the production mode is [Challenge Mode], the display of the variable display of multiple times (n pending) of the execution is suspended. Depending on the result, it may be determined whether or not a continuous jackpot is achieved. For example, when the maximum number of second hold memories is 4, when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode], the execution is held 4 times (for 4 holds), depending on the display result of the variable display. You may judge whether or not it becomes a continuous big hit. In this case, after the end of the first half jackpot, it may be controlled to the second half jackpot through two or more fluctuation displays, but at this time, the multiple fluctuation displays executed between the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot are In each case, it is assumed that the fluctuation display has an extremely short fluctuation time (for example, 0.2 seconds).

(5) In the above embodiment, when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode] and the display result of the variation display based on the hold memory is either "small hit" or "big hit", 100%. An example was shown in which a look-ahead challenge effect of a success pattern is executed at a rate and a big hit effect of "BIG SNIPE BONUS" is executed in response to the occurrence of continuous big hits. Mode], if the display result of the variable display based on the hold memory is either "small hit" or "big hit", the look-ahead challenge effect of the success pattern may not be executed. ..

For example, when the effect mode is [Challenge Mode] and the display result of the variable display based on the hold memory is either "small hit" or "big hit", (a) success at a rate of 60%. After executing the look-ahead challenge effect of the pattern, the big hit effect of "BIG SNIPE BONUS" is executed in response to the occurrence of continuous big hits, and (b) after executing the look-ahead challenge effect of the failure pattern at a rate of 40%, Execute the big hit production of "BIG BONUS" as the production corresponding to the first half big hit of the continuous big hit (temporarily suggest that the continuous big hit does not occur), and then notify that it will be controlled in the second half big hit (actually) (Notify that a continuous jackpot has occurred), and execute a jackpot effect corresponding to the second half jackpot (for example, a second special effect based on the number of balls in the first half jackpot and the number of balls in the second half jackpot). You may do so. That is, at the stage of the first half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the effect that the player recognizes as a discontinuous jackpot is temporarily executed, and before being controlled by the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot (for example, in the middle of the first half jackpot, the first half jackpot). At the end of, just before the start of the second half jackpot, etc.), an effect of notifying the occurrence of continuous jackpots may be executed.

(6) In the above embodiment, in the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, a plurality of types of predetermined effects related to the jackpot effect (round movie, TOTAL ball output display, rainbow-colored light emission of logo panel 03TM200, small pattern, right An example is shown in which the hitting notification LED002IW20, the right-handed instruction image 03TM530, the character of "right-handed", the music selection icon 03TM720, etc.) are executed (displayed or emitted) in a common manner, but the present invention is not limited to such a form. In the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, some types of predetermined effects are common modes, while other types of predetermined effects may be different.

For example, in the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot in the continuous jackpot, the round movie, the TOTAL ball output display, the rainbow-colored light emission of the logo panel 03TM200, the small pattern, the right-handed notification LED002IW20, etc. are common modes, while the right-handed instruction is given. The characters 03TM530 and "right-handed", and the music selection icon 03TM720 and the like may have different modes.

(7) In the above embodiment, the small second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5 corresponding to the second half jackpot, so that the promotion image corresponding to the second half jackpot is displayed in the first half. An example is shown in which the mode is more restricted than the display of the promotion image corresponding to the jackpot. Then, the image of the arrow may not be displayed and only the character "Aim for V" may be displayed (the display mode is restricted), and the user is instructed to hit right to win the V prize. The promotion image (second promotion image 03TM520) itself may not be displayed.

When the promotion image corresponding to the second half jackpot is displayed in a less conspicuous manner than the first half jackpot (for example, when the second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed), or when the promotion image corresponding to the second half jackpot is not displayed. , In order to prevent the V prize from not occurring in the small hit game state (they are no longer controlled by the big hit game state), the V prize is won within a predetermined period (for example, within 5 seconds) after being controlled by the small hit game state. When is not generated, the promotion image may be displayed in an emphasized manner (for example, the first promotion image 03TM510 is displayed). For example, in the small hit game state, the opening period of 0.04 seconds and the closing period of 2 seconds are repeated 15 times (or the opening period of 0.1 seconds and the closing period of 1 second are repeated 17 times. (Things, etc.), about 10 game balls (equivalent to 1R of a big hit) can win a prize in the big prize opening. Therefore, even if the V prize does not occur until a predetermined period (for example, 5 seconds) elapses after being controlled to the small hit game state, the player who recognizes the promotion image fires the game ball aiming at the V prize. There is enough time to win the V prize. For example, until the first half of the small hit game state (until the 7th opening), the second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed (or the promotion image itself is not displayed), and no V prize is generated by that time. In that case, the first promotion image 03TM510 may be displayed.

In the above embodiment, a V winning notification mode corresponding to the first half big hit (a mode for notifying that the V winning is controlled based on the V winning while being controlled to the small hit gaming state). May be emphasized rather than the V-winning notification mode corresponding to the second half jackpot. That is, the notification mode of the V prize corresponding to the second half jackpot may be limited to the notification mode of the V prize corresponding to the first half jackpot. For example, the notification of the V prize corresponding to the first half jackpot is performed with a voice in a relatively large image, whereas the notification of the V prize corresponding to the second half jackpot is performed with a small image without voice. You may. In addition, the notification of the V prize corresponding to the second half big hit may not be performed.

(8) In the above embodiment, an example is shown in which a continuous jackpot effect is executed when a 10R normal jackpot (or a jackpot via a small hit E) is followed by a 10R time-saving jackpot (or a jackpot via a small hit D). However, the present invention is not limited to such a form, and for example, when a 10R time-saving jackpot occurs after the 3R normal jackpot, a continuous jackpot effect may be executed, and a 3R time-saving jackpot occurs after the 10R normal jackpot. In that case, the continuous jackpot effect may be executed.

(9) <Relief time reduction control>
In the above embodiment, a jackpot occurs when the gaming state is controlled to the normal state (low base state), and the gaming state is controlled to the time saving state (high base state) after the jackpot gaming state ends. However, the opportunity to be controlled in the time saving state may not be limited to this. For example, after the game state is controlled to the normal state, when the variable display in which the display result is "missing" is continuously executed a predetermined number of times (x times) without a big hit, the game state is shortened. A configuration controlled by may be adopted. The time reduction control at this time shall be referred to as relief time reduction control.

Specifically, (i) an initialization process (RAM clear) is executed, which includes a clear process for clearing flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and an initial value is set in the work area by executing the clear process. Then, after the game state is controlled to the normal state, if the variable display in which the display result is "missing" is executed 900 times in succession without the occurrence of a big hit, (ii) after the big hit game state ends, the next When the variable display in which the display result is "off" is executed 900 times in succession without the big hit of, the relief time reduction control is executed.

For example, when the relief time reduction control is executed, after the game state is controlled to the time reduction state, the variable display in which the display result is "missing" is continuously executed a predetermined number of times (y times) without a big hit. In that case, the relief time reduction control is terminated, and the game state is controlled from the time reduction state to the normal state.

Such a configuration related to relief time reduction control may be applied to a gaming machine provided with the above-mentioned feature unit 03TM. For example, when the game state is controlled to the time saving state by executing the relief time saving control, the variation display in which the display result is "10R normal jackpot" is executed, and is stored until the variation display ends. When the display result of the variable display based on the held memory is "10R time saving big hit", the characters "BIG SNIPE BONUS" suggesting (notifying) that it is a continuous big hit are displayed on the image display device 5 and at the same time. , The rainbow-colored light emission effect may be executed on the logo panel 03TM200.

In addition, when the value of the counter that counts the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time reduction control is executed by clearing the RAM when the power is turned on is reset, and when the RAM is not cleared when the power is turned on (that is, when the power is turned on). , When the value of the counter is not reset and the value of the counter at the time of power failure is inherited even after the power is turned on), different effect control may be executed. For example, in the latter case, the appearance of a predetermined mini-character (or a predetermined background image) during the game after the power is turned on suggests that the counter value at the time of power failure is inherited. On the other hand, in the former case, the predetermined mini-character may not appear (or do not become a predetermined background image) during the game after the power is turned on. Further, in the latter case, the suggestion effect suggesting that the counter value is inherited is executed at a rate of 20% for each fluctuation, while in the former case, the suggestion effect is performed for each fluctuation. It may be executed at a rate of 10%.

In addition to the suggestion effect that the counter value before the power failure is inherited (RAM is not cleared), the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time reduction control is executed is suggested. The effect to be performed may be executed. For example, background images having different display colors (white, blue, red) may be displayed according to the number of remaining fluctuations (500 times, 300 times, 100 times) until the relief time reduction control is executed. ..

It is also possible to execute the relief time reduction control in the gaming machine in which the probability fluctuation control in which the probability of occurrence of the jackpot fluctuates triggered by the occurrence of the jackpot is executed. In this case, in the low probability state where the jackpot occurrence probability is low, the value of the counter that counts the number of remaining fluctuations until the relief time reduction control is executed is updated, and the jackpot occurrence probability is higher than in the low probability state. In the probability state, the value of the counter shall not be updated. That is, even if the fluctuation display in which the display result is "off" is executed in the high probability state, the remaining number of fluctuations until the relief time reduction control is not changed.

The feature unit 03TM described above includes the following configurations.

The gaming machine of means 03-1
An advantageous state for the player, in which a predetermined game value (more balls than can be given in the small hit game state) can be given by a plurality of unit games (two or more round games). A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to (big hit gaming state).
An effect execution means (CPU 120 for effect control) capable of executing an effect, and
A display means (image display device 5) is provided.
There are cases where the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then controlled to the advantageous state, and when the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then not controlled to the advantageous state (10R jackpot x 2 = 3000 balls, 10R). Big hit x 1 = 1500 balls in some cases),
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the specific display (big hit ball output display) regarding the game value given in the advantageous state on the display means (image display device 5).
When controlled to the advantageous state after being controlled to the advantageous state, a special effect (BIG SNIPE BONUS) can be executed from the previous advantageous state to the later advantageous state.
When the special effect is executed, the specific display is displayed on the display means in the first aspect in the advantageous state, and the specific display is emphasized more than in the first aspect in the later advantageous state. It is possible to display on the display means in two modes (in the latter half jackpot, the jackpot payout display is displayed in a mode emphasized more than the first half jackpot (the display area of the jackpot payout display is large, etc.)).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to give a special feeling when the player is controlled to the advantageous state after being controlled to the advantageous state, and by emphasizing the specific display in the later advantageous state, a large game can be played. You can improve your interest by making you strongly aware that value has been added.

The gaming machine of means 03-2 is
An advantageous state for the player, in which a predetermined game value (more balls than can be given in the small hit game state) can be given by a plurality of unit games (two or more round games). A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to (big hit gaming state).
An effect execution means (CPU 120 for effect control) capable of executing an effect, and
A display means (image display device 5) is provided.
There are cases where the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then controlled to the advantageous state, and when the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then not controlled to the advantageous state (10R jackpot x 2 = 3000 balls, 10R). Big hit x 1 = 1500 balls in some cases),
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the specific display (big hit ball output display) regarding the game value given in the advantageous state on the display means (image display device 5).
When the advantageous state is controlled and then the advantageous state is controlled, the special effect (BIG SNIPE BONUS) can be executed from the previous advantageous state to the later advantageous state, and the special effect is being executed. It is possible to perform a specific effect on
In the later advantageous state, the specific effect can be executed in a mode emphasized more than the previous advantageous state (the latter half big hit is emphasized more than the first half big hit (the display area of the big hit payout display is large, etc.). The big hit ball output display is displayed),
In response to the advantageous state, a specific promotion display (first arrow) that encourages the game medium to enter a specific area (V area) in order to give a specific value (start of big hit, probability change control after big hit with V winning). The display means (image display device 5) displays the first promotion image 03TM510 including the image and the characters "Aim for V" and the second promotion image 03TM520 including the second arrow image and the characters "Aim for V". Is possible,
It is possible to display the specific promotion display corresponding to the above-mentioned advantageous state on the display means in a manner emphasized more than the above-mentioned specific promotion display corresponding to the later said advantageous state (in the first half big hit, the image display device). While the large first promotion image 03TM510 is displayed on the entire screen of 5, the small second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5 in the latter half big hit).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to avoid the occurrence of a situation in which the specific value is not given in the above advantageous state, and it is possible to suppress the complication of the production related to the later advantageous state.
The gaming machine of means 03-02 may include a part of the configuration of the gaming machine of means 03-01.

The gaming machine of means 03-3 is
An advantageous state for the player, in which a predetermined game value (more balls than can be given in the small hit game state) can be given by a plurality of unit games (two or more round games). A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to (big hit gaming state).
An effect execution means (CPU 120 for effect control) capable of executing an effect, and
A display means (image display device 5) is provided.
There are cases where the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then controlled to the advantageous state, and when the product is controlled to the advantageous state and then not controlled to the advantageous state (10R jackpot x 2 = 3000 balls, 10R). Big hit x 1 = 1500 balls in some cases),
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the specific display (big hit ball output display) regarding the game value given in the advantageous state on the display means (image display device 5).
When the advantageous state is controlled and then the advantageous state is controlled, the special effect (BIG SNIPE BONUS) can be executed from the previous advantageous state to the later advantageous state, and the special effect is being executed. It is possible to perform a specific effect on
In the later advantageous state, the specific effect can be executed in a mode emphasized more than the previous advantageous state (the latter half big hit is emphasized more than the first half big hit (the display area of the big hit payout display is large, etc.). The big hit ball output display is displayed),
In response to the advantageous state, a specific promotion display (first arrow) that encourages the game medium to enter a specific area (V area) in order to give a specific value (start of big hit, probability change control after big hit with V winning). The display means (image display device 5) displays the first promotion image 03TM510 including the image and the characters "Aim for V" and the second promotion image 03TM520 including the second arrow image and the characters "Aim for V". Is possible,
It is possible to limit the display of the specific promotion display corresponding to the later advantageous state (in the first half jackpot, the large first promotion image 03TM510 is displayed on the entire screen of the image display device 5 while in the second half jackpot. A small second promotion image 03TM520 is displayed at the lower right of the screen of the image display device 5)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to avoid the occurrence of a situation in which the specific value is not given in the above advantageous state, and it is possible to suppress the complication of the production related to the later advantageous state.
The gaming machine of means 03-03 may include a part of the configuration of the gaming machine of means 03-01.

The gaming machine of means 03-4
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-3.
A variable display means that can execute variable display of identification information,
A game state control means (CPU103) capable of controlling the advantageous state and a special state (small hit game state) that is advantageous to the player and different from the advantageous state.
A variable means (special variable winning ball device 7) having a specific area is provided.
The game medium can enter the variable means when it is controlled to the advantageous state and when it is controlled to the special state.
The game state control means can control the variable display result of the identification information to the advantageous state in response to the specific display result (the display result of the special symbol is "big hit"), and the identification information is variable. When the display result is controlled to the special state in response to the predetermined display result (the display result of the special symbol is "small hit"), the game medium has entered the specific area. It can be controlled in an advantageous state and
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is in the advantageous state (big hit game state) in response to the variable display result of the identification information being the specific display result (the display result of the special symbol is "big hit"). It is possible to execute a common effect when the game medium is controlled to the above state and when the game medium is controlled to the advantageous state based on the entry of the game medium into the specific area (the effect content is partially common).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, when the variable display result of the identification information is controlled to the advantageous state in response to the specific display result, and when the game medium enters the specific area, the advantageous state is obtained. It is possible to suppress a sense of discomfort due to different effects when controlled.

The gaming machine of means 03-5 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-4.
As the advantageous state, there are a plurality of types of the advantageous states including a first advantageous state (2R jackpot) and a second advantageous state (10R jackpot) having a higher advantage than the first advantageous state.
The first advantageous state and the latter advantageous state when the special effect is executed are both the second advantageous states (both the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot are 10R jackpots).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, when the special effect is executed, the second advantageous state having a high advantage is executed a plurality of times in succession, so that the player can be given a special feeling. You can improve your interest.

The gaming machine of means 03-6 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-5.
Equipped with variable means (special variable winning ball device 7)
In the unit game, a predetermined number of game media can enter the variable means (10 counts of game balls can be won in the big prize opening per round of the big hit game).
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
In the advantageous state, the entry effect (winning effect) can be executed based on the game medium entering the variable means.
In the above advantageous state, the approach effect (first prize effect in the first half big hit) can be executed in the first aspect, and in the later advantageous state, the approach is emphasized in the second aspect more than the first aspect. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to perform production (second prize production in the second half big hit).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to emphasize that the game medium has entered the variable means in the later advantageous state as compared with the earlier advantageous state, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The gaming machine of means 03-7 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-6.
The number of times of the unit game in the advantageous state is more than a predetermined number of times (two or more rounds, for example, 10 rounds).
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
When the unit game is executed, a predetermined effect (round digestion effect) related to the unit game can be executed.
In the above-mentioned advantageous state, the predetermined effect (first digestion effect in which the movable body 03TM100 is not used in the first half big hit) can be executed in the first aspect, and in the later advantageous state, the first aspect is emphasized more than the first aspect. A gaming machine characterized in that the predetermined effect (second digestion effect using the movable body 03TM100 in the latter half big hit) can be executed in two modes.
According to such a configuration, in the later advantageous state, the predetermined effect can be emphasized more than in the earlier advantageous state, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 03-8 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-7.
Hold storage means (second random number storage buffer) that stores information related to variable display as hold storage, and
It is provided with a determination means (a portion for determining a display result based on hold storage) for determining that the advantageous state is controlled before the variable display is executed.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
Before being controlled to the above-mentioned advantageous state, it is possible to execute a suggestion effect (a look-ahead challenge effect before the first half big hit) based on the determination result by the determination means.
A gaming machine characterized in that the special effect (BIG SNIPE BONUS after executing the look-ahead challenge effect) can be executed after the suggestion effect is executed.
According to such a configuration, the suggestion effect can give the player a sense of expectation that the special effect will be executed, and can improve the interest.

The gaming machine of means 03-9 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-8.
Equipped with a light emitting means (logo panel 03TM200)
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to continuously emit light from the start of the advantageous state to the end of the advantageous state (rainbow-colored light emission on the logo panel 03TM200 from the start of the first half jackpot to the end of the second half jackpot). Perform the production)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to enhance the effect of the effect when the control is performed in an advantageous state a plurality of times, and to improve the interest.

The gaming machine of means 03-10 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-9.
The period of the first start effect corresponding to the start of the advantageous state earlier is longer than the period of the second start effect corresponding to the start of the advantageous state later (the fanfare period is longer in the second half jackpot than in the first half jackpot). Short),
The period of the first end effect corresponding to the end of the advantageous state earlier is shorter than the period of the second end effect corresponding to the end of the advantageous state later (the ending period is shorter in the first half jackpot than in the second half jackpot). short),
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the period from the end of the previous advantageous state to the control of the later advantageous state can be shortened, and the game value given to the player within a certain period is increased. You can improve your interests.

The gaming machine of means 03-11 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-10.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to execute the update operation of the specific display (the jackpot output display can be updated), and
In the above-mentioned advantageous state, the update operation of the specific display can be executed in the first region.
In the later advantageous state, the update operation of the specific display can be executed in the second area larger than the first area (in the first half big hit, the big hit payout display is updated and displayed in the first enlarged display area 03TM310B. In the second half big hit, the big hit payout display is updated and displayed in the second enlarged display area 03TM320B)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, in the later advantageous state, the update operation of the specific display can be emphasized more than in the previous advantageous state, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 03-12
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-11.
As the specific display, there are a plurality of types of the specific display including a first specific display (big hit ball output display) and a second specific display (TOTAL ball output display) different from the first specific display.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the second specific display in a common manner between the first advantageous state and the later advantageous state.
It is possible to display the first specific display in the first aspect in the above advantageous state, and to display the first specific display in the second aspect emphasized more than the first aspect in the later advantageous state. (In the second half big hit, the big hit payout display is displayed in a larger form than in the first half big hit, while the TOTAL payout display is displayed in the same manner as in the first half big hit).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, since the second specific display is not emphasized in the later advantageous state, it is possible to prevent the effect in the later gaming state from being overemphasized.

The gaming machine of means 03-13 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-12.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) can execute an excess effect (excess effect) suggesting that the game value given in the advantageous state exceeds a specific game value (5000 balls, etc.). A gaming machine featuring.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by notifying that the game value given to the player exceeds a specific game value.

The gaming machine of means 03-14 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-13.
As the specific display, there are a plurality of types of the specific display including a first specific display (big hit ball output display) and a second specific display (TOTAL ball output display) different from the first specific display.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
The update operation of the first specific display can be executed (the jackpot payout display can be updated), and the update operation of the second specific display can be executed (TOTAL payout display can be updated). ,
When the excess effect is executed, the update operation of the first specific display can be executed, and the update operation of the second specific display can be executed. The TOTAL payout display can be updated),
When the excess effect is executed, the visibility of at least one of the first specific display and the second specific display is reduced (the excess effect reduces the visibility of the jackpot output display).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, both the first specific display and the second specific display are parallel to the excess effect while emphasizing that the game value given to the player exceeds the specific game value due to the excess effect. It is possible to suppress the complication of the production due to the display.

The gaming machine of means 03-15 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-14.
As the specific display, there are a plurality of types of the specific display including a first specific display (big hit ball output display) and a second specific display (TOTAL ball output display) different from the first specific display.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
In the later advantageous state, it is possible to execute the unit game inter-game effect during the unit game, and in the earlier advantageous state, it is possible not to execute the unit game inter-game effect during the unit game (second half jackpot). In, the cut-in effect is executed during the interval period, and the cut-in effect is not executed during the interval period in the first half jackpot),
While executing the unit inter-game effect, it is possible to execute the update operation of the first specific display and the update operation of the second specific display (execution of the cut-in effect during the interval period). Inside, the jackpot payout display and TOTAL payout display can be updated),
When the unit game-to-game effect is executed, the visibility of at least one of the first specific display and the second specific display is reduced (the cut-in effect during the interval period reduces the visibility of the jackpot output display. doing)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, both the first specific display and the second specific display are displayed in parallel with the unit inter-game effect while emphasizing the end and start of the unit game by the unit inter-game effect. It is possible to suppress the complexity of the production.

The gaming machine of means 03-16 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-15.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display a unit game display (round icon image) corresponding to the number of times of the unit game on the display means.
In the above advantageous state, the unit game display can be displayed in the first aspect, and in the later advantageous state, the unit game display is displayed in a second aspect different from the first aspect. (The white round icon image 03TM700A is displayed in the first half jackpot, and the red round icon image 03TM700B is displayed in the second half jackpot).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to emphasize the difference in production between the earlier advantageous state and the later advantageous state in the unit game, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The gaming machine of means 03-17 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-16.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the unit game display (round icon image) corresponding to the number of times of the unit game on the display means (image display device 5).
It is possible to erase the unit game display in the first aspect when the unit game is executed in the above advantageous state, and when the unit game is executed in the later advantageous state. It is possible to erase the unit game display in a second mode different from the first mode (in the first half jackpot, the round icon image 03TM700A is erased at the start of the round game, while in the second half jackpot, the effect image is erased at the start of the round game. (Erase the round icon image 03TM700B)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to emphasize the difference in production between the earlier advantageous state and the later advantageous state in the unit game, and it is possible to improve the interest.

The gaming machine of means 03-18 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-17.
Equipped with variable means (special variable winning ball device 7)
In the unit game, a predetermined number of game media can enter the variable means (10 counts of game balls can be won in the big prize opening per round of the big hit game).
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
In the advantageous state, the entry effect (winning effect) can be executed based on the game medium entering the variable means.
In the above advantageous state, the approach effect (first prize effect in the first half big hit) can be executed in the first aspect, and in the later advantageous state, the approach effect is different from the first aspect. A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to execute (the second prize production in the second half big hit).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to emphasize that the game medium has entered the variable means in the later advantageous state than in the previous advantageous state, and it is possible to give the player a special feeling and to produce the effect in the advantageous state. Can eliminate monotony.

The gaming machine of means 03-19 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-18.
Equipped with variable means (special variable winning ball device 7)
When a predetermined number of game media enter the variable means in the unit game, it becomes difficult for the game medium to enter the variable means (when a game ball of 10 counts per round of the jackpot game wins a prize in the big winning opening, it is large. The winning opening is closed),
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
In the unit game, a special approach effect (over winning effect) can be executed based on the fact that more game media than the predetermined number have entered the variable means.
The special approach effect can be executed in the above-mentioned advantageous state and the later-mentioned advantageous state (the common over-winning effect is executed in the first half big hit and the second half big hit).
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the complication of the effect by sharing the special approach effect with a low occurrence frequency in the earlier advantageous state and the later advantageous state.

The gaming machine of means 03-20 is
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-19.
Equipped with sound output means
The effect executing means is
It is possible to display a common effect image (round movie) on the display means in the above-mentioned advantageous state and the later-mentioned advantageous state.
When the effect image is displayed, any one of a plurality of types of music (music A, music B, etc.) depends on the movement of the player (the stick controller 31A is operated by the player). Music can be selected,
It is possible to output the selected music in the above-mentioned advantageous state, and it is possible to output the selected music in the later-mentioned advantageous state (the music A that was reproduced and output in the first half jackpot). Is continuously played and output even in the latter half of the big hit)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, the player can be impressed with the first advantageous state and the latter advantageous state as a series of advantageous states, and the interest can be improved.

The gaming machine of means 03-21
The gaming machine according to any one of means 03-1 to means 03-20.
The effect executing means (effect control CPU 120) is
It is possible to display the predetermined promotion display (right-handed instruction image 03TM530) that promotes the operation of the player in order to enter the game medium into the predetermined area (right area) on the display means (image display device 5).
It is possible to display the predetermined promotion display in a common manner in the above-mentioned advantageous state and the later-mentioned advantageous state (the common right-handed instruction image 03TM530 and "right" in the first half jackpot and the second half jackpot. The characters "hit" are displayed)
A gaming machine characterized by that.
According to such a configuration, it is easy to understand the necessity of entering the game medium into the predetermined area by displaying the predetermined promotion display in a common manner in the earlier advantageous state and the later advantageous state. It is possible to prevent the game value from being lowered due to the fact that the game medium does not enter the predetermined area.

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

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that is in an advantageous state for a player and can be controlled to an advantageous state in which a predetermined gaming value can be given by a plurality of unit games.
A production execution means that can execute a production,
With display means,
There are a case where the control is performed in the advantageous state and then controlled in the advantageous state, and a case where the control is performed in the advantageous state and then the control is not performed in the advantageous state.
The effect executing means is
It is possible to display the specific display regarding the game value given in the advantageous state on the display means.
When the advantageous state is controlled and then the advantageous state is controlled, the special effect can be executed from the previous advantageous state to the later advantageous state.
When the special effect is executed, the specific display is displayed on the display means in the first aspect in the advantageous state, and the specific display is emphasized more than in the first aspect in the later advantageous state. A gaming machine characterized in that it can be displayed on the display means in two modes.

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