JP2022020303A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of improving interest.SOLUTION: When a new special game is reserved within a prescribed specific period, a probability of restricting display, in a normal mode, of a reservation image corresponding to a newly reserved special game is different from a probability of restricting display, in a notice mode, of the reservation image corresponding to the newly reserved special game.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 10

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

Conventionally, some pachinko gaming machines, which are a type of gaming machine, are targeted for variable games that can be suspended from executing a variable game, such as the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1. There is something that performs a look-ahead effect.

Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2003-3400038

Today, it is desired to improve the interest in relation to the look-ahead production.
An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest.

The gaming machine that solves the above-mentioned problems includes, in a gaming machine that can suspend the execution of a plurality of variable games, an effect executing means that can execute an effect and an effect control means that can control the effect execution means. The effect executing means includes a display means capable of displaying an image, the image includes a reserved image corresponding to a variable game for which execution is suspended, and the effect that can be executed by the display means includes. There is a hold effect related to the hold image, and the hold effect includes a first hold effect and a second hold effect, and the first hold effect is triggered by the execution of a new variable game being suspended. In addition, the display means is executed in a mode in which the reserved image of the normal display mode is newly displayed, and the second hold effect is performed with the normal display mode when the execution of the new variable game is suspended. Is executed in a mode of newly displaying the reserved image in a different special display mode, and when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a predetermined specific period, the new variable game whose execution is suspended is targeted. The gist is that the probability that the execution start of the first reserved effect is restricted and the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted are different. And.

With respect to the gaming machine, the reserved image is configured to be displayed in a display area in which the execution order in which the corresponding variable game is executed can be specified in the display means, and an effect that can be executed in the display means. Has a specific effect, and the specific effect moves the reserved image as the execution order of the variable game whose execution is suspended due to the start of execution of the new variable game is advanced. It is executed in the manner of changing the display area for displaying the reserved image, and the specific period is a period from before a predetermined period when the execution of the specific effect is started until the execution of the specific effect is started. If the execution of the new variable game is suspended at least within the specific period, the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is 100%. It may be.

When the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period of the game machine, the first variable game for which the execution is newly suspended is targeted. The probability that the execution start of the 1-hold effect is restricted and the probability that the execution start of the second hold effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted are different, and within the specific period. When the execution of a new variable game is suspended, the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is a new variation within the non-specific period. When the execution of the game is suspended, it is the same as the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is restricted, and the new variable game within the specific period. The probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is restricted when the execution of the second reserved effect is suspended is that the execution of the new variable game is performed within the non-specific period. It may be the same as the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the variable game whose execution is newly suspended when it is suspended is restricted.

According to the present invention, it is possible to improve the interest.

Front view of a pachinko machine. (A) to (c) are diagrams showing an example of display contents regarding a reserved image in an effect display device. (A) to (c) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device from the normal reach effect to the execution of the super reach effect. The block diagram which shows the electric composition of a pachinko machine. The figure which shows an example of the look-ahead command. (A) to (d) are diagrams showing reserved images of various modes, and (e) to (h) are diagrams showing various modes of running images. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the lightning effect is executed. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the one-sword double-cut effect is executed. (A) and (b) are diagrams showing a situation in which the restriction condition of the hold notice effect is satisfied. A situation in which the restricted condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied and the reserved image in the normal mode is displayed, and a situation in which the hold image in the notice mode is displayed without satisfying the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning. The figure which shows an example. (A) is a figure showing an example of the display contents of the effect display device when the power supply is restarted in the second embodiment, and (b) is a mode different from both the normal mode and the advance notice mode in the second embodiment. The figure which shows an example of the display content of the effect display device when the effect of is executed.

(First Embodiment)
Hereinafter, embodiments of the gaming machine will be described. In the present specification, the upper, lower, left, right, front (front), and rear (back) indicate each direction when viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 10 as a gaming machine includes an outer frame 12, a middle frame 13, and a front frame 14. The outer frame 12 is fixed to a game machine installation facility (so-called island facility) such as a game hall. Further, the middle frame 13 is supported so as to be openable and closable on the front side of the opening of the outer frame 12. A game board unit including the game board 20 is fixed to the middle frame 13. The front frame 14 is supported on the front side of the middle frame 13 so as to cover the front surface of the game board 20 so as to be openable and closable. A protective glass that protects the game board 20 is supported on the front frame 14. The protective glass covers the entire opening 14a of the front frame 14. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a firing handle 16 on the front side of the front frame 14. The firing handle 16 is provided at a position where the player can touch it. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a gaming ball as a gaming medium is launched with a strength corresponding to the operation amount (rotation amount) of the firing handle 16. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the firing intensity of the gaming ball can be adjusted by operating the firing handle 16. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with an upper plate Sa and a lower plate Sb as ball plates (reservoir portions) for storing game balls on the front side of the front frame 14. The upper plate Sa is a game ball that is mainly launched into the game area 21 by operating the launch handle 16, and is a storage unit that stores the game ball that is taken into the machine. The lower plate Sb is mainly a game ball discharged from the pachinko gaming machine 10, and is a storage unit for storing the game ball overflowing from the upper plate Sa. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes both the upper plate Sa and the lower plate Sb, but for example, only the upper plate Sa among the upper plate Sa and the lower plate Sb may be provided.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a decorative lamp 17 that executes an effect of emitting, blinking, and extinguishing a built-in light emitting body (hereinafter referred to as a light emitting effect) as one of the effects. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a decorative lamp 17 on the front side of the front frame 14. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a speaker 18 that outputs sound on the front side of the front frame 14. The speaker 18 executes an effect of outputting various sounds (hereinafter referred to as a sound effect) as one of the effects. For example, the sound output from the speaker 18 includes a background sound (so-called BGM) and the like.

On the front side of the game board 20, a substantially circular game area 21 is defined in front view. The game board 20 includes a guide path 21a that guides the launched game ball to the game area 21. The game board 20 is provided with a prevention valve 21b that prevents the game ball launched into the game area 21 from returning to the guide path 21a. The launched game ball is guided by the guide path 21a, passes through the prevention valve 21b located at the most downstream of the guide path 21a, and reaches the game area 21. The game ball that has reached the game area 21 flows down the game area 21.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an information display panel 22. On the information display panel 22, various information indicating the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 is notified. The information display panel 22 includes a special symbol display unit 22a. The special symbol display unit 22a displays a special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a special game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a special game. As used herein, the term "variable display" means a state in which the type of displayed symbol changes over time. In the present specification, the "fixed stop display" means a state in which the symbol is definitively stopped and displayed, and the type of the displayed symbol does not change. The special symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 22a include at least a jackpot symbol and a missed symbol. The player can recognize the jackpot when the jackpot symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game, and can recognize the deviation when the missed symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game. In the present embodiment, if a big hit is won, a big hit game is given after the end of the special game that is the target of the winning. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a winning game is given after the end of the variable game that is a hit. The jackpot game is an advantageous state for the player because the player can obtain a large number of prize balls and other benefits. Further, the information display panel 22 includes a special hold display unit 22b. The special hold display unit 22b recognizablely displays the number of special games whose execution is held (hereinafter referred to as the number of special holds) because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. .. For example, the maximum number of special reservations is 4. In the following description, a special game whose execution is suspended may be simply referred to as a "pending special game" or a "pending special game". The pachinko gaming machine 10 can suspend the execution of a plurality of special games. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can suspend the execution of a plurality of variable games.

The information display panel 22 is provided with a normal symbol display unit 22c. The normal symbol display unit 22c displays a normal symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a normal game) in which a predetermined symbol is variablely displayed and finally the normal symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. The normal symbols that can be fixedly stopped and displayed on the normal symbol display unit 22c include at least a normal hit symbol and a normal missed symbol. The player can recognize the normal hit when the normal hit symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the normal game, and can recognize the normal loss when the normal hit symbol is displayed as the fixed stop in the normal game. In the present embodiment, when the ordinary winning lottery is won, the ordinary winning game is given after the end of the ordinary game that is the target of the winning. Further, the information display panel 22 is provided with a normal hold display unit 22d. The normal hold display unit 22d recognizablely displays the number of normal games whose execution is held (hereinafter referred to as the normal hold number) because the start condition is satisfied but the execution condition is not yet satisfied. .. For example, the upper limit of the number of ordinary reservations is 4.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a center frame 23 with various decorations in the substantially center of the gaming area 21 of the gaming board 20. The center frame 23 includes an opening 23a. The center frame is also called a center role or a center role.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes an effect display device 25. For example, the effect display device 25 may be a display device such as a liquid crystal display or an organic EL display. The effect display device 25 includes a display area 25r on which an image is displayed. The effect display device 25 can display an image. The effect display device 25 is assembled to the game board 20 so that the player can visually recognize the display area 25r through the opening 23a of the center frame 23. The effect display device 25 executes an effect of displaying a predetermined image (hereinafter referred to as a display effect) as one of the effects. In the present embodiment, at least one of a decorative lamp 17 as a light emitting means capable of emitting light, a speaker 18 as a sound output means capable of outputting sound, and an effect display device 25 as a display means capable of displaying an image. The function as an effect executing means for executing an effect is realized by one effect device. As described above, the effect executing means includes at least one of a light emitting means capable of emitting light, a sound output means capable of outputting sound, and a display means capable of displaying an image.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting port 26 as a starting port. The first starting port 26 is always open so that a game ball can enter the ball. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the first starting port 26. For example, a ball passage for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 is continuously provided in the first starting port 26, and the first starting sensor SE1 is arranged in the ball passage. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the start condition of the special game can be satisfied and the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting port 27 as a starting port. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a second starting sensor SE2 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the second starting port 27. For example, a ball passage for guiding the entered game ball to the back side of the game board 20 is continuously provided in the second starting port 27, and the second starting sensor SE2 is arranged in the ball passage. In the present embodiment, when the game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the start condition of the special game can be satisfied and the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied. Further, the second starting port 27 has a first variable member 28. The first variable member 28 is in an open state in which the game ball can easily or can be entered into the second starting port 27, and the game ball is difficult or difficult to enter into the second starting port 27. It is possible to operate in a closed state, which cannot be done. The first variable member 28 operates by receiving power from the first actuator A1 (shown in FIG. 4). The first variable member 28 is operated in the open state when the normal winning lottery is won.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a large winning opening 29. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a count sensor SE3 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a gaming ball that has entered the large winning opening 29. For example, the large winning opening 29 is provided with a series of ball passages that guide the entered game balls to the back side of the game board 20, and the count sensor SE3 is arranged in the ball passages. When the game ball is detected by the count sensor SE3, the payout condition of the prize ball is satisfied. The large winning opening 29 has a second variable member 30. The second variable member 30 can operate in an open state in which the game ball can be entered into the large winning opening 29 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot be entered in the large winning opening 29. The second variable member 30 operates by receiving power from the second actuator A2 (shown in FIG. 4). The second variable member 30 is operated in the open state when the big hit is won. When the second variable member 30 is in the open state, the game ball is allowed to enter the large winning opening 29. When the second variable member 30 is in the closed state, the entry of the game ball into the large winning opening 29 is not allowed. Hereinafter, the opening state of the second variable member 30 indicates that the large winning opening 29 is opened, and the closing of the second variable member 30 indicates that the large winning opening 29 is closed. May be shown.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a gate 31. The gate 31 is located on the left side of the center frame 23 in the game area 21. The gate 31 is always open with an open gate opening so that a game ball can enter the gate 31. A gate sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 4) that detects a game ball that enters and passes through is arranged at the gate opening. When the game ball is detected by the gate sensor SE4, the start condition of the normal game can be satisfied. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with an out port 34. In the present embodiment, the game balls that have not entered the first starting port 26, the second starting port 27, and the large winning opening 29 are discharged from the out port 34 to the outside of the machine. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes game components such as nails (game nails) and windmills for changing the behavior of the game ball flowing down the game area 21.

Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low probability state and a high probability state as gaming states having different jackpot probabilities. The jackpot probability is the probability of winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery. The high probability state is a gaming state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the low probability state. The high probability state is a so-called "probability fluctuation state (probability change state)", and the low probability state is a "non-probability fluctuation state (non-probability change state)". In the following description, the high-probability state is referred to as a "probability-changing state", and the low-probability state is referred to as a "non-probability-changing state". Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 has a low base state and a high base state as game states in which the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of shots of the game balls is different. The high base state is a gaming state in which the probability that the game ball enters the second starting port 27 is higher than that in the low base state. The high base state is the so-called "electric support state", and the low base state is the "non-electric support state".

The high base state can be realized, for example, by performing a control of one arbitrarily selected from the three controls described below, or by performing a combination of a plurality of controls. The first control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the normal symbol, which shortens the fluctuation time of the normal game as compared with the case of the low base state. The second control is the probability fluctuation control of the normal symbol that changes the probability of winning the normal hit lottery (normal win probability) to a higher probability than in the low base state. The third control is an opening time extension control that makes the total opening time of the first variable member 28 in one normal hit game longer than in the low base state. The opening time extension control includes control to increase the number of times the first variable member 28 is opened in one normal hit game more than in the low base state, and one time of the first variable member 28 in the normal hit game. It is preferable to perform at least one of the controls for making the opening time of the above longer than that in the low base state. Further, the high base state may be realized by combining the fourth control described below. The fourth control is a control for shortening the fluctuation time of the special symbol, which makes it easier for the fluctuation time of the special game (for example, the average fluctuation time) to be shorter than in the low base state. When the fluctuation time shortening control of the special symbol is performed, the high base state is the so-called "variation time shortening state (variable shortening state)".

In this embodiment, since the first variable member 28 may be in the open state even in the low base state, there is a possibility that the game ball may enter the second starting port 27 even in the low base state. There is. However, in the low base state, for example, the first variable member 28 is not opened in the low base state, for example, by configuring the lottery so as not to win the normal winning lottery, and the game is played in the second starting port 27. It may be configured so that the ball does not enter. In addition, when the base is in a low base state, for example, the first variable member 28 is configured so as not to be in the open state even if the normal winning lottery is won, so that the game ball does not enter the second starting port 27. It may be configured as. In the case of the above configuration, it can be said that the low base state is a state in which the game ball cannot enter the second starting port 27, and the high base state is a state in which the game ball can enter the second starting port 27. I can say. In the present embodiment, the high base state corresponds to the first gaming state, and the low base state corresponds to the second gaming state. That is, the gaming state in the present embodiment includes a first gaming state and a second gaming state.

Next, the big hit in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a plurality of types of jackpot symbols as jackpot symbols of special symbols. The plurality of types of jackpot symbols are classified into a first jackpot symbol and a second jackpot symbol. Each type of jackpot is defined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols. The jackpot symbol may define the game state after the jackpot game is completed. In the jackpot game, first, an opening effect is performed to notify the start of the jackpot game over a predetermined opening period. In the big hit game, a round game is performed in which the big winning opening 29 is opened after the opening production is completed. The round game is performed up to a predetermined maximum number of times. In one round game, the large winning opening 29 is until the first round end condition in which the predetermined upper limit number of game balls enters or the second round end condition in which the predetermined upper limit time elapses is satisfied. It will be open for a while. In the round game, a round production is performed. Then, in the big hit game, when the final round game is completed, an ending effect is performed to notify the end of the big hit game over a predetermined ending period. The jackpot game ends with the end of the ending effect.

In the jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol, "first jackpot" is defined as the type of jackpot. In the jackpot symbol classified as the first jackpot symbol, "10 times" is set as the upper limit number of round games. The jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol is defined to be in a probable change state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot symbol classified as the first jackpot symbol is defined to have a high base state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. In the jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol, "second jackpot" is defined as the type of jackpot. The jackpot symbol classified as the second jackpot symbol has "8 times" as the upper limit of the number of round games. The jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol is defined to be in a non-probability changing state as the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game. In addition, the jackpot symbol classified as the second jackpot symbol has a jackpot as a game state after the end of the jackpot game until the end of 100 special games or before the end of 100 special games. It is stipulated that the base state should be high until the game is granted. In the following description, the jackpot game given based on the jackpot symbol classified into the first jackpot symbol is referred to as "first jackpot game", and the jackpot given based on the jackpot symbol classified into the second jackpot symbol is shown. The game may be referred to as a "second big hit game".

In the display effect that can be executed by the effect display device 25, the effect symbols (hereinafter referred to as effect symbols) are variablely displayed in a plurality of columns, and finally the combination of the effect symbols is fixedly stopped and displayed (the effect symbol game). Hereinafter referred to as a production game). In the production game, a plurality of rows of production symbols are varied and executed. The production pattern is also called "decorative pattern" or "decorative pattern". The production game is performed by displaying (scrolling) the symbol rows of the first row, the second row, and the third row in the vertical direction. In the following description, "first column" is referred to as "left column", "first symbol" is indicated as "left symbol", "second column" is indicated as "middle column", and "second symbol" is indicated. It is indicated as "middle symbol", "third column" is indicated as "right column", and "third symbol" is indicated as "right symbol". In each column, in principle, the effect symbols imitating the numbers [1] to [8] are displayed in a variable order in a predetermined order.

The production game is performed in conjunction with the special game. Specifically, the production game starts with the start of the special game and ends with the end of the special game. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a production game while the special game is being executed. Then, in the production game, the combination of the production symbols corresponding to the special symbols displayed in the special game is fixedly stopped and displayed. When the jackpot symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the special game, the jackpot symbol combination by the effect symbol is displayed as a fixed stop in the effect game. In the present embodiment, the big hit symbol combination by the effect symbol corresponds to the hit effect symbol combination. For example, the big hit symbol combination is a symbol combination in which all the rows of effect symbols are the same, such as [777]. In this way, in the effect game executed during the execution of the variable game that is the hit, the hit effect symbol combination is stopped and displayed. Further, in the special game, when the out-of-order symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, in the effect game, the out-of-order symbol combination by the effect symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed. In the present embodiment, the out-of-order symbol combination due to the effect symbol corresponds to the out-of-order effect symbol combination. For example, the out-of-order symbol combination is a symbol combination such as [323], [112], etc., in which the effect symbols in at least a part of the rows are different from the effect symbols in the other rows. In this way, in the effect game executed during the execution of the out-of-order variable game, the out-of-order effect symbol combination is stopped and displayed. In the production game, the production symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed before the final stop display is displayed. In the present specification, the "temporarily stopped display" means a state indicating that the symbol may be displayed in a variable manner again, such as "sway fluctuation state", or a state indicating that the symbol is different from the fixed stop display. .. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can execute the production game during the execution of the special game.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the effect display device 25 notifies that the execution of the special game is suspended. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of the special game is suspended, the number of the special games (pending special games) whose execution is suspended is notified.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 2A, the effect display device 25 displays the hold image H corresponding to the hold special game. In the present embodiment, the reserved image H corresponds to the reserved image corresponding to the variable game whose execution is suspended. In the present embodiment, the image that can be displayed by the effect display device 25 as the display means includes a reserved image. The reserved image H includes the reserved images H1 to H4. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of special reservations is "1", the reserved images H1 among the reserved images H1 to H4 are displayed on the effect display device 25. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of special holdings is "2", the holding images H1 and H2 among the holding images H1 to H4 are displayed on the effect display device 25. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of special reservations is "3", the reserved images H1 among the reserved images H1 to H3 are displayed on the effect display device 25. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of special hold is "4", the hold images H1 to H4 are displayed on the effect display device 25. The hold image H1 is displayed in the hold display area R1a partitioned by the frame image FR1 displayed on the effect display device 25. The hold image H2 is displayed in the hold display area R2a partitioned by the frame image FR2 displayed on the effect display device 25. The hold image H3 is displayed in the hold display area R3a partitioned by the frame image FR3 displayed on the effect display device 25. The hold image H4 is displayed in the hold display area R4a partitioned by the frame image FR4 displayed on the effect display device 25. When the number of special holdings is "0", the holding images H1 to H4 are not displayed on the effect display device 25.

In the hold display area R1a, the hold image H corresponding to the special game to be executed first among the hold special games is displayed. Further, in the hold display area R2a, the hold image H corresponding to the second special game to be executed among the hold special games is displayed. Similarly, in the hold display area R3a, the hold image H corresponding to the third special game to be executed among the hold special games is displayed. Further, in the hold display area R4a, the hold image H corresponding to the special game to be executed fourth among the hold special games is displayed. As described above, the hold display area R1a can be said to be a display area in which it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the displayed hold image H1 is executed first. Further, the hold display area R2a can be said to be a display area in which it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the displayed hold image H2 is executed second. Similarly, the hold display area R3a can be said to be a display area in which it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the displayed hold image H3 is executed third. Further, the hold display area R4a can be said to be a display area in which it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the displayed hold image H4 is executed fourth. As described above, the reserved image H is displayed in the effect display device 25 in the display area where the execution order in which the corresponding special game is executed can be specified. That is, in the present embodiment, the reserved image is configured in the display means so that the execution order in which the corresponding variable game is executed is displayed in the display area that can be specified.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the running image ZG corresponding to the running special game is displayed in the running area ZR in the effect display device 25. In the present embodiment, the running image ZG corresponds to the running image corresponding to the running variable game. In the present embodiment, the image that can be displayed by the effect display device 25 as the display means includes an image being executed. In the running area ZR, the running image ZG based on the held image H that was displayed when the running special game was held is displayed. In the present embodiment, the reserved image H displayed when the special game being executed is reserved is displayed as the executing image ZG in the executing area ZR. Specifically, in the executing area ZR, the holding image H displayed in the holding display area R1a immediately before the execution of the special game is displayed as the executing image ZG. Further, the running image ZG is larger than the reserved image H. Therefore, when the hold image H is displayed as the running image ZG, the hold image H is enlarged and displayed as the running image ZG. Incidentally, even in a situation where the number of special reservations is 0, when a game ball enters the starting ports 26 and 27, the execution of the special game is temporarily suspended, so that the production display device 25 is reserved. Image H is displayed. In this case, the hold image H is temporarily displayed on the effect display device 25, and the hold image H is displayed as the execution image ZG in the execution area ZR of the effect display device 25.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the execution of a new special game is suspended, the number of reserved images H displayed on the effect display device 25 increases. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the hold appearance effect is executed as the number of the hold images H increases. The hold appearance effect is executed in a mode in which it can be specified that the hold image H is newly displayed. In the present embodiment, the reserved appearance effect corresponds to the first effect executed in a mode in which it is possible to specify that the reserved image is newly displayed.

As shown in FIG. 2B, when the new reserved image H is displayed as the reserved image H1, the pachinko gaming machine 10 moves on the appearance path Ka1 from below the effect display device 25 toward the reserved display area R1a. A new reserved image H is displayed so as to be performed, and the reserved appearance effect is executed in such a manner that the reserved image H is finally displayed as the reserved image H1. When the new reserved image H is displayed as the reserved image H2, the pachinko gaming machine 10 displays the new reserved image H so as to move on the appearance path Ka2 from below the effect display device 25 toward the reserved display area R2a. Then, the hold appearance effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image H is finally displayed as the hold image H2. When the new reserved image H is displayed as the reserved image H3, the pachinko gaming machine 10 displays the new reserved image H so as to move on the appearance path Ka3 from below the effect display device 25 toward the reserved display area R3a. Then, the hold appearance effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image H is finally displayed as the hold image H3. When the new reserved image H is displayed as the reserved image H4, the pachinko gaming machine 10 displays the new reserved image H so as to move on the appearance path Ka4 from below the effect display device 25 toward the reserved display area R4a. Then, the hold appearance effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image H is finally displayed as the hold image H4. In the present embodiment, the effect of newly displaying the hold image H on the effect display device 25 when a new special game is suspended corresponds to the hold effect related to the hold image. That is, as an effect that can be executed by the display means, there is a hold effect related to the hold image.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the hold movement effect is executed when the execution of the special game is started. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the hold movement effect is executed as the execution order of the special game held by the execution of the new special game is started. The hold movement effect is executed in an manner of moving the hold image H to change the display area for displaying the hold image H. In the present embodiment, the hold movement effect corresponds to a specific effect. In the present embodiment, the specific effect moves the reserved image to move the reserved image as the execution order of the variable game whose execution is suspended is advanced due to the start of execution of the new variable game. It is executed in a mode of changing the display area to be displayed. As described above, the effect that can be executed by the display means includes a specific effect.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the hold movement effect is started at the timing when 0.1 seconds have elapsed from the start of the execution of the special game. Further, the time from the start of the execution of the hold movement effect to the end of the execution of the hold move effect (effect time required for the hold move effect) is 0.5 seconds. In the present embodiment, the effect time required for the hold movement effect is constant regardless of the number of special holds. However, the effect time required for the hold movement effect may be different depending on the number of special holds. For example, as the number of special holds increases, the effect time required for the hold movement effect may be longer.

As shown in FIG. 2C, when the execution of a new special game is started, the reserved image H1 is displayed so as to move on the movement path Kb1 from the reserved display area R1a to the executing area ZR. The hold movement effect is executed in such a manner that the running image ZG based on the holding image H displayed as the holding image H1 is displayed in the running area ZR. If the execution of a new special game is started while the hold image H2 is displayed, the hold image H2 is displayed so as to move on the movement path Kb2 from the hold display area R2a to the hold display area R1a. The hold movement effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image H displayed as the hold image H2 is displayed as the hold image H1 in the hold display area R1a. If the execution of a new special game is started while the hold image H3 is displayed, the hold image H3 is displayed so as to move on the movement path Kb3 from the hold display area R3a to the hold display area R2a. The hold movement effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image H displayed as the hold image H3 is displayed as the hold image H2 in the hold display area R2a. If the execution of a new special game is started while the hold image H4 is displayed, the hold image H4 is displayed so as to move on the movement path Kb4 from the hold display area R4a to the hold display area R3a. The hold movement effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image H displayed as the hold image H4 is displayed as the hold image H3 in the hold display area R3a.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a reach may be formed and a reach effect may be performed in the effect game. In the present embodiment, the effect symbols imitating the same number are temporarily stopped and displayed in a specific column (in the present embodiment, the left column and the right column) among the plurality of columns, and a column different from the specific column. The state in which the effect symbols (in the present embodiment, the middle row) are continuously displayed in a variable manner corresponds to the state in which the reach is formed. As the reach effect, for example, there may be a plurality of types of reach effect in which the movements of the characters to appear and the effect symbols are different. The reach effect in the present embodiment includes a normal reach effect and a super reach effect performed after the start of the normal reach effect. The super reach effect is executed, for example, with a content that develops the effect content of the normal reach effect. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the normal reach effect is developed to the super reach effect, the blackout effect is executed. Therefore, when the super reach effect is executed, the execution of the normal reach effect is started, and then the execution of the super reach effect is started after the darkening effect. The darkening effect is executed in such a manner that the effect image for the darkening effect is displayed on the effect display device 25 and the effect display device 25 is blacked out. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the super reach effect is executed, the jackpot expectation of the special game being executed is higher than when only the normal reach effect is executed.

As shown in FIG. 3A, when the normal reach effect is executed, the effect display device 25 forms a reach in the effect game and displays the effect symbol. Further, when the normal reach effect is executed, the frame images FR1 to FR4 are displayed on the effect display device 25, and all of the reserved images H corresponding to the reserved special game (in FIG. 3A). Hold images H1, H2) are displayed. Further, when the normal reach effect is executed, the effect display device 25 displays the image ZG being executed. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 3B, when the darkening effect is executed, the effect display device 25 forms a reach in the effect game and displays the effect symbol. However, when the darkening effect is executed, the effect display device 25 displays the effect symbol smaller than when the normal reach effect is executed. Further, when the darkening effect is executed, the effect image for the darkening effect is displayed on the effect display device 25. However, when the darkening effect is executed, the frame images FR1 to FR4 are not displayed on the effect display device 25, and all of the reserved images H corresponding to the reserved special game are not displayed. Further, when the darkening effect is executed, the effect display device 25 does not display the executing image ZG. As described above, the darkening effect is an effect that can be executed when the special game is being executed, and corresponds to an effect in which the display of the reserved image H on the effect display device 25 is concealed. In the present embodiment, the blackout effect corresponds to the hold display concealment effect in which the display of the hold image in the display means is concealed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3C, when the super reach effect is executed, the effect display device 25 forms a reach in the effect game and displays the effect symbol. However, when the super reach effect is executed, the effect display device 25 displays the effect symbol smaller than when the normal reach effect is executed. Further, when the super reach effect is executed, the frame images FR1 to FR4 are displayed on the effect display device 25, and all of the reserved images H corresponding to the reserved special game (in FIG. 3C). , Hold images H1, H2) are displayed. Incidentally, when the execution of a new special game is suspended during the execution of the blackout effect shown in FIG. 3B and the number of special reservations increases to "3", the effect display is displayed when the execution of the super reach effect is started. The reserved images H1 to H3 are displayed on the device 25.

The effect that can be executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a notice effect. At least a part of the advance notice effects of the plurality of types of advance notice effects is configured to be executed by any of the plurality of types of effect contents. And, the degree of expectation of big hit is different depending on the production content of the notice production.

In addition, there is a premium effect as an effect that can be executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10. The premium effect on the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be executable on the effect display device 25 only during the execution of the special game in which the jackpot is won. In addition, the premium production is a rare production because the probability of being executed is extremely low even during the execution of the special game in which the jackpot is won. The premium production is also called the premier production. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured so that the premium effect can be executed only during the execution of the special game in which the jackpot is won. It can also be configured to be executable only at certain times. For example, by setting the display mode of the reserved image H to the display mode of the premium effect (for example, the rainbow mode based on the color scheme of the rainbow), the premium effect is executed when the execution of the special game that is a big hit is suspended. It may be configured as possible. For example, the premium effect can be configured to be executable only during the execution of the special game in which the big hit is won, and when the execution of the special game in which the big hit is suspended is at least one of them. As described above, there is a premium effect as an effect that can be executed by the effect execution means. Then, the premium effect can be configured to be executable only when the variable game that becomes a big hit is executed and when the execution of the variable game that becomes a big hit is suspended, at least one of them. can.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 4, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main board 40 as a main control unit. The main board 40 performs various processes and outputs control information such as control signals (control commands) according to the results of the processes. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a sub-board 41 as a sub-control unit. The sub-board 41 performs a predetermined process based on the control information output from the main board 40. For example, the sub-board 41 performs a process for executing a light emission effect by the decorative lamp 17, a sound effect by the speaker 18, and a display effect by the effect display device 25. In this way, the sub-control unit can execute the process based on the control information from the main control unit. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the main substrate 40 and the sub substrate 41 are arranged on the back side of the gaming board 20. The game board unit includes a main board 40 and a sub board 41. The game board unit is fixed to the middle frame 13. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it can be said that the main board 40 and the sub board 41 are arranged inside the machine. The main board 40 is connected to the sub board 41. The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a power supply board 43 for supplying electric power to various electronic components in the pachinko gaming machine 10, such as a main board 40 and a sub-board 41.

First, the main board 40 will be described.
The main board 40 includes a main CPU 40a, a main ROM 40b, and a main RWM 40c. The main CPU 40a performs various processes by executing the control program (main control program) of the main CPU 40a. The main ROM 40b stores a main control program and a lottery table used for a predetermined lottery. The main ROM 40b stores the jackpot determination value used for the jackpot lottery. The jackpot determination value includes a high probability value and a common value. In the jackpot lottery in the non-probability state, only the common value and the high probability value are used, while in the jackpot lottery in the probabilistic state, both the common value and the high probability value are used. The main ROM 40b stores the effect determination value used for the effect lottery. The production lottery is a lottery that determines whether to execute the reach production when the jackpot lottery is not won, and corresponds to the reach lottery.

Further, the main ROM 40b stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. The plurality of types of fluctuation patterns are associated with the fluctuation time from the start of the special game to the end of the special game. That is, the fluctuation pattern is associated with the fluctuation time of the special game. Therefore, it can be said that the fluctuation pattern is information that can specify the fluctuation time of the special game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the fluctuation time of the special game is determined by determining the fluctuation pattern. Further, the variation pattern may be information that can specify a part or all of the production contents of the production game performed between the start of the special game and the end of the special game. The fluctuation patterns include, for example, a jackpot fluctuation pattern and a missed fluctuation pattern. As the effect content of the effect game, the jackpot variation pattern is associated with the effect content of finally stopping and displaying the jackpot symbol combination by the effect symbol after the reach effect. The out-of-reach fluctuation pattern includes an out-of-reach non-out-of-reach fluctuation pattern and an out-of-reach with out-of-reach fluctuation pattern. The variation pattern without out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the combination of symbols that are out of reach is finally fixedly stopped and displayed without going through the reach effect. The variation pattern without out-of-reach in the present embodiment includes a first variation pattern without out-of-reach, a second variation pattern without out-of-reach associated with a variation time longer than that of the first variation pattern without out-of-reach, and a variation pattern without out-of-reach. There is. The shortest time among the plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is associated with the first fluctuation pattern without outlier reach as the fluctuation time. The variation pattern with out-of-reach is associated with the effect content of the effect game, in which the effect content of finally stopping and displaying the design combination of the out-of-order after the reach effect is confirmed. The jackpot fluctuation patterns include the jackpot fluctuation pattern of the normal reach effect, which is associated with the execution of only the normal reach effect among the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, and the jackpot variation pattern of the super reach effect, which is associated with the execution of the super reach effect. , There is. The variation pattern with out-of-reach includes the out-of-range variation pattern of the normal reach effect, which is associated with the execution of only the normal reach effect among the normal reach effect and the super reach effect, and the out-of-range variation of the super reach effect, which is associated with the execution of the super reach effect. There is a pattern.

The main RWM 40c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the main RWM40c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The main board 40 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

The first start sensor SE1, the second start sensor SE2, the count sensor SE3, and the gate sensor SE4 are connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input detection signals output by various sensors SE1 to SE4 via a port (not shown). Further, an information display panel 22 is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the display content of the information display panel 22 via a drive circuit (not shown). Further, the first actuator A1 and the second actuator A2 are connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a can control the operation of the first actuator A1 and the operation of the second actuator A2 via a drive circuit (not shown).

An error detection sensor ES as an error detecting means for detecting a predetermined error is connected to the main board 40. The main CPU 40a is configured to be able to input a detection signal output by the error detection sensor ES via a port (not shown). As the error detection sensor ES, for example, there is a full sensor that detects that the storage unit is in a full state. When the full sensor is arranged in the guide passage that guides the paid-out game ball to the lower plate Sb, it becomes possible to detect that the lower plate Sb is full. That is, the full sensor corresponds to the error detection sensor ES that detects the full error. As the error detection sensor ES, for example, there is a door opening sensor that detects the opening of the middle frame 13 or the front frame 14. When the door opening sensor is arranged in the middle frame 13, it is possible to detect that the middle frame 13 or the front frame 14 is opened. That is, the door open sensor corresponds to the error detection sensor ES that detects the door open error.

Next, the sub-board 41 will be described.
The sub-board 41 includes a sub CPU 41a, a sub ROM 41b, and a sub RWM 41c. For example, the sub CPU 41a performs various processes (for example, processes related to the effect) by executing the control program (sub control program) of the sub CPU 41a. The sub ROM 41b stores a sub control program, a lottery table used for the lottery, a determination value, and the like. The sub ROM 41b stores display effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the display effect in the effect display device 25. Further, the sub ROM 41b stores the light emission effect data capable of specifying the mode (content) of the light emission effect in the decorative lamp 17. The sub ROM 41b stores sound effect data that can specify the mode (content) of the sound effect in the speaker 18.

The sub RWM 41c is configured to be able to store various information that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The information stored in the sub-RWM41c includes, for example, a flag, a counter, a timer, and the like. The sub-board 41 is configured to be able to generate random numbers. For example, the random number may be a hardware random number or a software random number.

A decorative lamp 17, a speaker 18, and an effect display device 25 are connected to the sub-board 41. The sub CPU 41a can control the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 via a drive circuit (not shown).

Next, the power supply board 43 will be described.
The power supply board 43 includes a power supply circuit 43a, a power supply cutoff monitoring circuit 43b, a reset signal circuit 43c, a backup power supply 43d, a clear switch circuit 43e, and a clear switch 43f. The power supply circuit 43a converts the power supply voltage supplied from the main power supply of the amusement park into a predetermined power supply voltage (V1 (for example, DC30V)), and converts the converted power supply voltage into the main board 40, the sub board 41, and the like. It is further converted into a power supply voltage (V2) to be supplied to each control board. A power supply voltage (V2) required for operation is supplied to each control board (main board 40, etc.) through the power supply circuit 43a. The power cutoff monitoring circuit 43b monitors whether or not there is an abnormality in the power supply (power supply) to the pachinko gaming machine 10. Specifically, the power supply cutoff monitoring circuit 43b monitors whether the power supply voltage (V1) supplied from the power supply circuit 43a has dropped to a predetermined voltage (V0 (for example, DC20V)). The power supply cutoff monitoring circuit 43b transmits a power supply cutoff signal when the power supply voltage (V1) drops to a predetermined voltage (V0). The power cutoff signal is received by the control board (main board 40) that performs backup processing and the reset signal circuit 43c. The predetermined voltage (V0) is set to the minimum voltage required for operating the pachinko gaming machine 10. When the power supply voltage (V1) drops to a predetermined voltage (V0), for example, when the main power supply of the game hall is cut off, when the power switch provided in the pachinko gaming machine 10 is turned off, a power failure occurs, etc. The power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be cut off due to an external factor. The reset signal circuit 43c outputs a reset signal. The reset signal is output to a board on which a microcomputer such as the main board 40 is mounted and which controls electrical components. The reset signal is a signal that can take two states, high level and low level. Then, the control board to which the reset signal is output is, for example, in the state of being stopped (the state in which the operation is regulated) while receiving the high level reset signal, and the reset signal is changed from the high level to the low level. By transitioning, it becomes operational. The reset signal circuit 43c outputs a high-level reset signal for a predetermined time when the power supply voltage supply from the power supply circuit 43a is started (when the power supply is started), and then outputs a low-level reset signal. ..

The backup power supply 43d is, for example, an electric double layer capacitor. The power of the backup power supply 43d is supplied to the main RWM 40c and the sub RWM 41c when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is cut off. As a result, the main RWM 40c and the sub RWM 41c can retain the stored contents for a predetermined period even when the power supply is cut off. The predetermined period is a period until the power of the backup power supply 43d is discharged and the backup power supply 43d cannot supply power. A clear switch 43f is connected to the clear switch circuit 43e. The clear switch 43f is an operation unit operated when instructing the initialization of at least a part of the stored contents of the main RWM40c. Then, when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is started while the clear switch 43f is operated, the initialization signal is transmitted from the clear switch circuit 43e. The initialization signal is transmitted to the main CPU 40a and the sub CPU 41a. The clear switch 43f is arranged at a position where the player cannot operate, such as the back side of the machine. In the present embodiment, the power supply board 43 includes the clear switch circuit 43e and the clear switch 43f. However, for example, the main board 40 may be provided, and the initialization signal from the clear switch circuit 43e is output to the main CPU 40a. It should be done.

Next, the main process performed by the main CPU 40a based on the main control program will be described. The main process is a process performed with the start of power supply (start of power supply). Specifically, the main CPU 40a performs the main process when the low level reset signal is input after the high level reset signal is input for a predetermined time or longer. First, the main CPU 40a makes various settings necessary at the start of power supply. As various settings required at the start of power supply, the main CPU 40a prohibits interrupts in interrupt processing, permits access to the storage area built in the main CPU 40a, and initially sets peripheral devices of the main CPU 40a and the watchdog timer. conduct. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a confirms whether the clear switch 43f is operated based on the presence / absence of the input of the initialization signal from the clear switch circuit 43e. Specifically, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not an initialization signal instructing the erasure of various information stored and held in the main RWM 40c has been input. When the clear switch 43f is not operated, the main CPU 40a determines whether or not there is an abnormality in the information (stored contents) stored and held in the main RWM 40c. Specifically, the main CPU 40a confirms the backup flag stored in the main RWM 40c when the power supply is cut off, and determines whether the backup flag is normal. The backup flag is a flag for determining whether the information stored in the main RWM 40c is correct when the power supply is started. The main CPU 40a calculates the checksum of the main RWM40c, and determines whether the calculated checksum matches the value of the checksum calculated when the power supply is cut off. Then, when the clear switch 43f is operated, or when there is an abnormality in the information stored in the main RWM40c, the main CPU40a erases the backup information stored in the main RWM40c and pachinko based on the initial value. The initial start-up process for starting the game machine 10 is performed. On the other hand, when the clear switch 43f is not operated and there is no abnormality in the information stored and held in the main RWM 40c, the main CPU 40a performs a backup activation process for activating the pachinko gaming machine 10 based on the set value of the backup information.

In the initial startup process, the main CPU 40a initializes the stored contents of the main RWM40c. For example, the main CPU 40a sets an initial value in the main RWM 40c such as a stack pointer. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a stores information regarding initialization in the output buffer for the sub-board 41. Information about initialization includes an initialization command that specifies that initialization should be performed. Next, the main CPU 40a sets an interrupt interval timer (for example, 4 ms) and sets interrupt to enable. Then, the main CPU 40a ends the main process. After that, the main CPU 40a performs an interrupt process at predetermined intervals. The control information stored in the output buffer by the main CPU 40a is output to the sub-board 41 in the next and subsequent interrupt processes. In the following description, the case of "initialized with the start of power supply" means the case where power supply is started and the initial start-up process is performed.

On the other hand, in the backup startup process, the main CPU 40a restores the stack pointer before the power supply is cut off. Next, the main CPU 40a stores the control information regarding the start-up based on the backup information in the output buffer for the sub-board 41. The control information related to the startup based on the backup information includes, for example, a return command that specifies the startup based on the backup information, and a symbol state that specifies a control state such as a return to the execution of a special game or a return to the jackpot game. There are a specified command, a game state specification command that specifies the game state, and the like. The main CPU 40a specifies the control state based on the backup information and generates a symbol state designation command. Further, the main CPU 40a identifies the game state based on the backup information and generates a game state designation command. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a sets an interrupt interval timer (for example, 4 ms) and restores the register when the power supply is cut off. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a returns the interrupt enable / disallow (prohibit) to the state before the power supply is cut off, sets the address before the power supply is cut off, and returns to the set address. As a result, restoration is performed based on the backup information. After that, the main CPU 40a will perform an interrupt process at predetermined intervals. In the following description, the case where "the power supply is restarted after the power supply is cut off" means the case where the power supply is started and the backup start processing is performed. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured to be capable of returning after the power supply is restarted after the power supply is cut off.

Further, when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 10 is cut off (when the power supply is cut off), the main CPU 40a backs up the main RWM 40c triggered by the input of the power cutoff signal from the power cutoff monitoring circuit 43b. I do. In the backup process, the main CPU 40a stores and holds information such as registers and stack pointers in the main RWM 40c in addition to various information stored and held in the main RWM 40c. The various information to be backed up includes various random number values (random number information described later), information that can specify the game state, information that can specify the control state (for example, a control state flag indicating the control state), and the like. The main CPU 40a calculates and saves the checksum of the main RWM 40c, and sets a backup flag in the main RWM 40c. After that, the main CPU 40a prohibits access to the main RWM40c and waits until a high-level reset signal is input. Then, when a high-level reset signal is input, the operation of the main CPU 40a is restricted. After the power supply is cut off, power is supplied from the backup power supply 43d to the main RWM40c, and when the power supply is cut off, a part or all of the stored information of the main RWM40c is retained as backup information.

Next, the special symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
In the special symbol input process, the main CPU 40a has entered the game balls into the start ports 26 and 27 based on whether or not the detection signal from the first start sensor SE1 or the detection signal from the second start sensor SE2 has been input. (Hereinafter referred to as input judgment). If the determination result of the input determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the input determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of special hold stored in the main RWM 40c is less than the upper limit (hereinafter, referred to as hold determination). If the determination result of the hold determination is negative, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process. If the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a adds 1 to the special hold number and updates it. Further, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so as to display the number of special reservations after the update. The main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a hold number command) that can specify the special hold number after the update in the output buffer. When the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative, the main CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random number in the main RWM 40c. At this time, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information so that the storage order can be specified. In the present embodiment, by storing the random number information in the main RWM40c, the execution is suspended until the execution condition of the special game is satisfied. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the special game. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. For example, the random numbers are random numbers used for the jackpot lottery (hereinafter referred to as jackpot determination random numbers), random numbers used for determining the special symbol (hereinafter referred to as special symbol random numbers), and random numbers used for determining the variation pattern (hereinafter referred to as variation). (Indicated as a pattern random number), a random number used in an effect lottery (hereinafter referred to as an effect determination random number), and the like. Then, after performing the look-ahead command generation process, the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol input process. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can suspend the execution of the special game as a variable game. In particular, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can suspend the execution of a plurality of variable games.

Here, the look-ahead command generation process and the look-ahead command generated in the look-ahead command generation process will be described.
As shown in FIG. 5, the look-ahead commands are classified into look-ahead commands SC1 to SC5. The look-ahead command SC1 is generated when the value of the jackpot determination random number does not match the jackpot determination value (indicated as a mismatch in FIG. 5) and the value of the effect determination random number does not match the effect determination value. The look-ahead command SC2 is generated when the value of the jackpot determination random number does not match the jackpot determination value and the value of the effect determination random number matches the effect determination value. The look-ahead command SC3 is generated when the value of the jackpot determination random number matches the high probability value, but the value of the effect determination random number does not match the effect determination value. The look-ahead command SC4 is generated when the value of the jackpot determination random number matches the high probability value and the value of the effect determination random number matches the effect determination value. The look-ahead command SC4 is generated when the value of the jackpot determination random number matches the common value.

In the look-ahead command generation process, the main CPU 40a generates a look-ahead command based on the value of the random number acquired in the special symbol input process and stores it in the output buffer. Specifically, the main CPU 40a generates a look-ahead command based on the value of at least a part of the random numbers of the jackpot determination random number, the special symbol random number, the effect determination random number, and the fluctuation pattern random number acquired in the special symbol input process, and outputs the output buffer. Store in. At this time, the main CPU 40a generates a look-ahead command that can specify the special hold number and stores it in the output buffer. For example, when a look-ahead command classified into the look-ahead command SC1 is generated in the look-ahead command generation process when the special hold number is "3", the main CPU 40a can specify that the special hold number is "3". Generate the look-ahead command SC1.

The generation of the look-ahead command in the look-ahead command generation process will be described below.
In the look-ahead command generation process, the main CPU 40a reads ahead when the value of the acquired jackpot determination random number does not match either the high probability value or the common value and the value of the acquired effect determination random number does not match the effect determination value. Generates a look-ahead command classified as command SC1. The main CPU 40a is classified into the look-ahead command SC2 when the value of the acquired jackpot determination random number does not match any of the high probability value and the common value, and when the value of the acquired effect determination random number matches the effect determination value. Generate a look-ahead command. When the value of the acquired jackpot determination random number matches the high probability value and the value of the acquired effect determination random number does not match the effect determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a look-ahead command classified into the look-ahead command SC3. .. When the value of the acquired jackpot determination random number matches the high probability value and the value of the acquired effect determination random number matches the effect determination value, the main CPU 40a generates a look-ahead command classified into the look-ahead command SC4. .. When the value of the acquired jackpot determination random number matches the common value, the main CPU 40a generates a look-ahead command classified into the look-ahead command SC5.

Next, the special symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution condition of the special game is satisfied (hereinafter, referred to as execution determination). In the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when it is not in the big hit game, in the special game, or in the interval between fluctuations. On the other hand, in the execution determination, the main CPU 40a makes a negative determination when any of the big hit game, the special game, and the interval between fluctuations. When the determination result of the execution determination is negative (when the execution condition of the special game is not satisfied), the main CPU 40a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the determination result of the execution determination is affirmative (when the execution condition of the special game is satisfied), the main CPU 40a determines whether the number of special reservations stored in the main RWM 40c is 1 or more. Then, when the number of special holds is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a stores a wait command that can identify the standby state in the output buffer, and ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the number of special reservations is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the number of special reservations stored in the main RWM 40c and updates it. The main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the number of special reservations after the update is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores a hold number command capable of specifying the special hold number after the update in the output buffer.

Subsequently, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RWM 40c among the random number information for the special game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RWM 40c. Then, the main CPU 40a performs a big hit lottery based on the read random number information and the big hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. In the big hit lottery, a high probability value and a common value are used when the probability change state is reached, and a common value is used when the non-probability change state is reached. When the big hit lottery is not won (when the big hit lottery is not won), the main CPU 40a performs the effect lottery based on the value of the effect determination random number.

Then, the main CPU 40a determines a special symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the special game, and a fluctuation pattern. Specifically, when the jackpot lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the jackpot symbol based on the value of the special symbol random number, and determines the jackpot fluctuation pattern based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the big hit lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the outlier symbol. Further, when the big hit lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the loss variation pattern based on the lottery result of the effect lottery. Specifically, when the effect lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the variation pattern with a missed reach based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. On the other hand, when the effect lottery is not won, the main CPU 40a determines the variation pattern without loss reach based on the value of the variation pattern determination random number. After determining the special symbol or variation pattern, the main CPU 40a indicates control information (hereinafter referred to as a symbol command) capable of specifying the determined special symbol and control information (hereinafter referred to as variation pattern designation command) capable of specifying the variation pattern. ) Is stored in the output buffer, and the special symbol start processing is terminated.

Then, when the special symbol start process is completed, the main CPU 40a performs a process different from the special symbol start process to execute the special game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special game is started. The main CPU 40a measures the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern elapses, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the special symbol determined in the special symbol start processing is fixedly stopped and displayed. Further, when the fluctuation time associated with the fluctuation pattern determined in the special symbol start processing elapses, the main CPU 40a stores an end command for displaying a fixed stop display of the symbol combination by the effect symbol in the output buffer. Further, the main CPU 40a sets the interval between fluctuations (1 second in the present embodiment) after the special symbol is fixedly stopped and displayed, that is, after the end of the special game. In the interval between fluctuations, the special symbol that has been fixedly stopped and displayed with the end of the special game continues to be displayed as fixedly stopped.

Next, the jackpot processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a specifies the type of the jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol determined in the special symbol start processing. Then, after the end of the big hit special game, the main CPU 40a starts the control of giving the specified big hit game. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the control of granting the jackpot game after the end of the jackpot special game and after the interval between fluctuations has elapsed. The main CPU 40a grants a jackpot game by executing a jackpot process.

When the big hit special game ends, the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a stores the opening command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the opening time. Further, when the opening time has elapsed, the main CPU 40a performs a process for executing the round game. That is, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so as to open the big winning opening 29 according to the opening mode (opening pattern) set for the big hit game, and starts the round game. After starting the round game, the main CPU 40a controls the second actuator A2 so that the large winning opening 29 is closed when the first round end condition or the second round end condition is satisfied, and ends the round game. .. The main CPU 40a repeats the process for executing the round game until the upper limit number of round games specified in the jackpot game is completed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the round command in the output buffer every time the round game is started. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer when the final round game is completed. When the main CPU 40a stores the ending command in the output buffer, the main CPU 40a clocks the ending time. Then, when the ending time elapses, the main CPU 40a ends the big hit game.

Next, the game state processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described. In the present embodiment, the main CPU 40a performs the game state processing, so that the function as the game state control means for controlling the game state is realized.

The main CPU 40a specifies the gaming state after the jackpot game ends based on the jackpot symbol (that is, the type of jackpot) determined in the special symbol start processing. When the main CPU 40a specifies to control to the non-probability change state, a value that can be specified to control to the non-probability change state is set in the probability state flag stored in the main RWM 40c with the end of the big hit game. .. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter referred to as a low probability state command) that can identify the non-probability change state in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a specifies that the control is to be performed in the probabilistic state, the probabilistic state flag is set to a value that can be specified to be controlled in the probabilistic state with the end of the big hit game. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high probability state command) that can identify the probabilistic state in the output buffer.

When the main CPU 40a specifies that the control is to be performed in the high base state, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to control the high base state in the base state flag with the end of the big hit game. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a high base state command) that can identify the high base state in the output buffer. The main CPU 40a stores "100 times" corresponding to the upper limit number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state in the main RWM 40c as the remaining number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state. Each time the special game is executed, the main CPU 40a subtracts 1 from the "remaining number of times of the special game controlled to the high base state" stored in the main RWM 40c. When the "remaining number of special games controlled to the high base state" becomes 0, the main CPU 40a becomes low with the end of the special game in which the "remaining number of special games controlled to the high base state" becomes 0. Set the base state flag to a value that can be specified to control the base state. That is, the main CPU 40a terminates the high base state and shifts to the low base state. Further, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as a low base state command) that can identify the low base state in the output buffer.

In addition, when the big hit game is given, the main CPU 40a sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the non-probability change state in the probability state flag, and sets a value that can be specified to be controlled to the low base state as the base state. Set to flag. Further, the main CPU 40a stores the low probability state command in the output buffer and stores the low base state command in the output buffer.

Next, the normal symbol input process performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the game ball has passed (entered) the gate 31 based on whether or not the detection signal is input from the gate sensor SE4. When the game ball has not passed through the gate 31, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball passes through the gate 31, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal hold number stored in the main RWM 40c is less than the upper limit number. When the normal hold number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process. When the normal hold number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 40a updates by adding 1 to the normal hold number stored in the main RWM40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a controls the information display panel 22 so that the updated normal hold number is displayed. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a normal hold number command capable of specifying the normal hold number after the update. Next, the main CPU 40a acquires a random number generated in the main board 40, and stores the random number information based on the acquired random number in the main RWM 40c. In this case, the main CPU 40a stores the random number information for a normal game so that the storage order of the random number information can be specified. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol input process.

Next, the normal symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
The main CPU 40a determines whether or not the execution condition of the normal game is satisfied. The main CPU 40a makes an affirmative determination when neither the normal hit game nor the normal game is in progress, while the main CPU 40a makes a negative judgment when the normal hit game is in progress or the normal game is in progress. If the execution condition of the normal game is not satisfied, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. On the other hand, when the execution condition of the normal game is satisfied, the main CPU 40a determines whether the normal hold number stored in the main RWM 40c is 1 or more. If the normal hold number is not 1 or more, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start process. When the normal hold number is 1 or more, the main CPU 40a updates the normal hold number stored in the main RWM 40c by subtracting 1 by 1, and displays the information display panel 22 so that the updated normal hold number is displayed. Control. The main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer a normal hold number command that can specify the normal hold number after the update. Next, the main CPU 40a reads out the first stored random number information from the main RWM 40c among the random number information for the normal game. When the main CPU 40a reads out the earliest random number information, the first random number information is erased from the main RWM 40c. Subsequently, the main CPU 40a performs a normal hit lottery based on the read random number information and the normal hit determination value stored in the main ROM 40b. Then, the main CPU 40a determines the normal symbol to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game based on the lottery result of the normal winning lottery. After that, the main CPU 40a ends the normal symbol start processing.

Then, the main CPU 40a executes a normal game by performing a process different from the normal symbol start process. Specifically, the main CPU 40a starts the normal game, and when the fluctuation time determined in the normal symbol start process elapses, the information display is performed so that the normal symbol determined in the normal symbol start process is fixedly stopped and displayed. Control the panel 22. Further, the main CPU 40a stores in the output buffer control information that can identify that the execution of the normal game is started with the start of the execution of the normal game.

Next, the normal hit processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When the normal winning lottery is won, the main CPU 40a determines the opening pattern of the second starting port 27 when the normal game is completed, and the first actuator is opened so that the second starting port 27 is opened according to the opening pattern. Control A1. In the present embodiment, it is easier to win the normal winning lottery when the high base state is used than when the low base state is used. The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to win the ordinary winning lottery even when the base is low, and when the ordinary winning lottery is won, the first variable member 28 is in the open state. Become. Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 27 as compared with the case of the high base state, but the game ball enters the second starting port 27. There is a possibility of a ball.

Next, the error processing performed by the main CPU 40a will be described.
When the detection signal from the full sensor of the error detection sensor ES is input, the main CPU 40a stores control information (hereinafter, referred to as “full detection command”) indicating that a full error has been detected in the output buffer. Further, when the main CPU 40a inputs a detection signal from the door open sensor of the error detection sensor ES, the control information indicating that the middle frame 13 or the front frame 14 is opened (hereinafter referred to as “door open detection command”). (Indicated) is stored in the output buffer.

Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 41a based on the control program will be described.
The sub CPU 41a makes various settings (initial settings) necessary for the start of the power supply with the start of the power supply. After performing the initial setting, the sub CPU 41a waits until the initialization command or the return command is input. The sub CPU 41a is started before the main CPU 40a. Therefore, when the initialization command or the return command is output from the main CPU 40a, the sub CPU 41a is already started and is waiting for the input of the initialization command or the return command. When the initialization command is input, the sub CPU 41a reads information indicating the effect content of the initial state from the sub ROM 41b, starts by initialization based on the information, and starts in the initial state. On the other hand, when the return command is input, the sub CPU 41a determines whether or not there is an abnormality in the information (stored contents) stored and held in the sub RWM 41c. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a confirms the backup flag stored in the sub RWM 41c when the power supply is cut off, and determines whether the backup flag is normal. The backup flag is a flag for determining whether the information stored and held in the sub RWM 41c is correct when the power supply is started. Further, the sub CPU 41a calculates the checksum of the sub RWM41c, and determines whether the calculated checksum matches the value of the checksum calculated when the power supply is cut off. Then, when there is an abnormality in the information stored and held in the sub RWM 41c, the sub CPU 41a erases the backup information stored in the sub RWM 41c, performs the startup based on the control information regarding the startup based on the input backup information, and performs a quasi-quasi- Start up in backup state. On the other hand, when the information stored and held in the sub RWM 41c is normal, the sub CPU 41a performs the start based on the control information regarding the start based on the input backup information and the backup information of the sub RWM 41c, and starts in the backup state. When booting to the backup state, the stored contents of the sub RWM41c are restored to the stored contents of the sub RWM41c before the power supply is cut off.

When the sub CPU 41a inputs a low probability state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the non-probability change state in the probability state flag stored in the sub RWM 41c. When the high probability state command is input, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the probabilistic state in the probability state flag stored in the sub RWM 41c. The sub CPU 41a can specify whether or not it is in a probabilistic state by referring to the probability state flag of the sub RWM 41c. Further, when the sub CPU 41a inputs a low base state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the low base state in the base state flag stored in the sub RWM 41c. When the sub CPU 41a inputs a high base state command, the sub CPU 41a sets a value that can identify the high base state in the base state flag stored in the sub RWM 41c. The sub CPU 41a can specify whether or not it is in a high base state by referring to the base state flag of the sub RWM 41c.

The sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the jackpot effect is performed during the jackpot game. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the opening effect is performed when the opening command is input. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the round effect is performed when the round command is input. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls at least one of the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 so that the ending effect is performed when the ending command is input. The content of the jackpot effect may be different depending on the type of jackpot.

When a look-ahead command is input, the sub CPU 41a stores the input pre-read command in the sub RWM 41c. At this time, the sub CPU 41a stores in the sub RWM 41c so that the storage order of the look-ahead commands can be specified according to the number of special reservations that can be specified from the look-ahead commands. Further, although the details will be described later, when the look-ahead command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the same number of hold images H as the special hold number that can be specified from the look-ahead command is displayed. For example, when the hold image H1 is displayed on the effect display device 25, if a look-ahead command that can specify that the special hold number is "2" is input to the sub CPU 41a, the hold image H2 is newly displayed. To. In displaying the new hold image H, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the new hold image H is displayed after the hold appearance effect is executed.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the hold movement effect is executed when the variation pattern designation command is input. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the hold image H1 moves on the movement path Kb1 and the running image ZG based on the hold image H1 is displayed in the running area ZR. do. Further, if the reserved image H2 is displayed, the sub CPU 41a displays the reserved image H2 so as to move on the movement path Kb2, and the reserved image H displayed as the reserved image H2 is displayed as the reserved image H1. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be so. Similarly, if the reserved image H3 is displayed, the sub CPU 41a displays the reserved image H3 so as to move on the movement path Kb3, and the reserved image H displayed as the reserved image H3 is displayed as the reserved image H2. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be performed. Further, if the reserved image H4 is displayed, the sub CPU 41a displays the reserved image H4 so as to move on the movement path Kb4, and the reserved image H displayed as the reserved image H4 is displayed as the reserved image H3. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be so.

When the sub CPU 41a inputs the end command, the sub CPU 41a erases the pre-reading command stored first among the pre-reading commands corresponding to the special game stored in the sub RWM 41c. Further, when the end command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the execution image ZG displayed in the execution area ZR is hidden. By hiding the running image ZG, the running image ZG is erased in the effect display device 25.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the effect game is played. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls to execute the effect game when a symbol command and a variation pattern designation command are input. The sub CPU 41a determines a symbol combination according to the effect symbol to be finally fixedly stopped and displayed in the effect game based on the variation pattern designation command and the symbol command. When the sub CPU 41a specifies the jackpot symbol from the input symbol command, the sub CPU 41a determines the jackpot symbol by the effect symbol. When the sub CPU 41a specifies an out-of-order symbol from the input symbol command, the sub-CPU 41a determines the out-of-order symbol according to the effect symbol. For example, when the sub CPU 41a specifies a variation pattern with reach from the input variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines a combination of symbols that are out of reach including reach. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 41a specifies the non-reach variation pattern from the input variation pattern designation command, the sub CPU 41a determines the outlier symbol combination that does not include the reach. Further, when executing the normal reach effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the normal reach effect is executed. Similarly, when executing the super reach effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the super reach effect is executed. When executing the super reach effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the normal reach effect is executed, the darkening effect is executed, and then the super reach effect is executed. The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the effect image for the darkening effect is displayed, and controls so that the darkening effect is executed. Then, the sub CPU 41a temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination according to the determined effect symbol at a predetermined stop timing. After that, the sub CPU 41a causes the definite stop display of the symbol combination by the effect symbol, triggered by the input of the end command. The sub CPU 41a may time the fluctuation time that can be specified from the fluctuation pattern, and display the symbol combination as a fixed stop display when the fluctuation time elapses, regardless of the end command. In this case, the end command may be omitted.

Further, the sub CPU 41a determines the type of advance notice effect to be executed during the execution of the special game when the variation pattern designation command is input. At this time, the sub CPU 41a may decide not to execute the advance notice effect, that is, may decide not to execute the advance notice effect. Further, when it is decided to execute the advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a determines the effect content of the advance notice effect to be executed. Then, when it is decided to execute the advance notice effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the advance notice effect of the determined effect content is executed.

Further, when the sub CPU 41a inputs a variation pattern designation command capable of specifying a jackpot variation pattern, the sub CPU 41a executes a premium effect or draws a lottery during the execution of the special game. In this lottery, the probability that it is decided to execute the premium effect is overwhelmingly lower than the probability that it is decided not to execute the premium effect. Then, when it is decided to execute the premium effect, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the premium effect is executed.

Further, the sub CPU 41a controls to notify the occurrence of a full error when a full detection command is input. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that a full error display effect for displaying a full error image that can identify that a full error has occurred is executed. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker 18 so that a full error sound that can identify that a full error has occurred is output. Similarly, when the door opening detection command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls to notify the occurrence of the door opening error. Specifically, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the door open error display effect that displays the door open error image that can identify that the door open error has occurred is executed. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker 18 so that a door opening error sound that can identify that a door opening error has occurred is output. In the present embodiment, at least one of the full error display effect and the door opening error display effect corresponds to a predetermined effect. As described above, in the present embodiment, the display means executes a predetermined effect when a predetermined error is detected. Further, in the present embodiment, at least one of the full error sound and the door opening error sound corresponds to a predetermined error sound. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the predetermined effect is executed, the sound output means outputs a predetermined error sound.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the function as the effect control means for controlling the effect execution means is realized by controlling the decorative lamp 17, the speaker 18, and the effect display device 25 as the effect execution means by the sub CPU 41a. To. Further, in the present embodiment, by controlling the decorative lamp 17 as the light emitting means by the sub CPU 41a, the function as the light emitting control means for controlling the light emitting means is realized. In the present embodiment, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker 18 as the sound output means, so that the function as the sound output control means for controlling the sound output means is realized. In the present embodiment, by controlling the effect display device 25 as the display means by the sub CPU 41a, the function as the display control means for controlling the display means is realized.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be capable of executing a hold notice effect. The hold notice effect is an effect that can be executed for a special game whose execution has been suspended. The hold notice effect is configured to be feasible in the effect display device 25. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the hold notice effect is executed, the hold image H corresponding to the target special game is displayed in a notice mode different from the normal mode. When the hold notice effect is executed, the hold image H corresponding to the special game targeted by the hold notice effect is displayed in the notice mode, while the execution of the hold notice effect corresponds to another special game. The reserved image H to be displayed is not displayed in the notice mode. The normal aspect corresponds to the normal display mode. On the other hand, the notice mode corresponds to the special display mode.

As shown in FIG. 6A, when the reserved image H is displayed in the normal mode, the reserved image H based on white is displayed. On the other hand, there are a plurality of types of notice modes. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6B, the notice mode includes a first notice mode based on blue. Further, as shown in FIG. 6 (c), the notice mode includes a second notice mode based on green. In addition, as shown in FIG. 6D, there is a third notice mode based on red as a notice mode. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the degree of expectation of a big hit of a special game targeted for a hold notice effect differs depending on the type of notice mode. Specifically, in the present embodiment, the jackpot expectation of the special game targeted for the hold notice effect is high in the order of the first notice mode <second notice mode <third notice mode. It should be noted that the type of the advance notice mode can be said to be the effect content of the hold notice effect.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game is newly suspended, the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed in the effect display device 25, and the notice mode is displayed in the effect display device 25. There are cases where the reserved image H of is newly displayed. In the present embodiment, the effect executed in the mode in which the hold image H in the normal mode is newly displayed on the effect display device 25 when the special game is newly suspended corresponds to the first hold effect. .. In other words, the first hold effect is executed in a mode in which the hold image in the normal display mode is newly displayed in the display means when the execution of the new variable game is suspended. Further, in the present embodiment, when the special game is newly suspended, the effect executed in the mode in which the reserved image H in the notice mode is newly displayed on the effect display device 25 becomes the second reserved effect. Equivalent to. In other words, the second hold effect is executed in a mode in which a hold image having a special display mode different from the normal display mode is newly displayed when the execution of the new variable game is suspended. In the present embodiment, the hold effect includes a first hold effect and a second hold effect.

Incidentally, as shown in FIGS. 6 (e) to 6 (h), the running image ZG may be displayed in a normal mode or a notice mode as in the reserved image H. .. That is, in the present embodiment, the executing image may be displayed in a normal display mode or a special display mode. As shown in FIG. 6E, when the running image ZG is displayed in the normal mode, the reserved image H based on white is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 6 (f), when the executing image ZG is displayed in the first notice mode, the executing image ZG based on blue is displayed. As shown in FIG. 6 (g), when the running image ZG is displayed in the second notice mode, the running image ZG based on green is displayed. As shown in FIG. 6H, when the running image ZG is displayed in the third notice mode, the running image ZG based on red is displayed.

The hold notice effect may be started for the special game when the special game is put on hold. In addition, when the execution of the special game is started, the execution of the hold notice effect may be started for the special game whose execution is suspended.

First, an example of the display content of the effect display device 25 when the hold notice effect is started for the special game when the special game is suspended will be described.
As shown in FIG. 7A, when a new special game is suspended and the execution of the hold notice effect is started for the special game, the hold image corresponding to the special game subject to the hold notice effect is started. A lightning image SDa that imitates lightning is displayed on the effect display device 25 so as to point to H (in FIG. 7A, the reserved image H3). That is, the lightning image SDa is displayed with the content indicating the reserved image H that can be displayed in the notice mode. Further, when the lightning image SDa is displayed, the effect image SDb is displayed on the effect display device 25 so as to cover the hold image H corresponding to the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect. By displaying the effect image SDb, the held image H once displayed cannot be visually recognized by the player. In the following description, the effect of displaying the lightning image SDa and the effect image SDb is referred to as "lightning effect". Then, as shown in FIG. 7B, after the thunder effect is completed, the hold image H corresponding to the special game targeted for the hold notice effect is displayed in the notice mode, and the hold notice effect is started. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a predetermined hold effect sound is output from the speaker 18 as the hold image H in the advance notice mode is displayed. In the present embodiment, the lightning effect corresponds to the second effect. Therefore, in the present embodiment, when the second hold effect is executed, a predetermined hold effect sound can be output from the sound output means. As described above, the lightning image SDa displayed in the lightning effect is displayed in a mode indicating the reserved image H that can be displayed in the notice mode. That is, the second effect is executed with the content indicating the reserved image that can be displayed in the special display mode.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed, and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed. That is, in the present embodiment, after the first effect and the second effect are executed, the reserved image in the special display mode is finally displayed. Further, in the present embodiment, a series of effects in which the lightning effect is executed after the hold appearance effect is executed and the hold image H in the notice mode is finally displayed corresponds to the specific hold time effect. Therefore, the specific hold time effect is executed in such a manner that the hold image of the special display mode is finally displayed after the second effect different from the first effect and the first effect is executed. Incidentally, when the hold notice effect is not started for the special game due to the hold of the special game, the hold image H in the normal mode is finally displayed after the hold appearance effect is executed. Then, in the present embodiment, a series of effects in which the hold image H in the normal mode is finally displayed after the hold appearance effect is executed corresponds to the non-specific hold time effect. Therefore, the non-specific hold time effect is executed in a mode in which the hold image in the normal display mode is finally displayed after the first effect is executed.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, as an effect that can be executed when the execution of the new special game is suspended, "after the reserved appearance effect is executed, the reserved image H in the normal mode is finally displayed. There are a series of effects that are "displayed" and a series of effects that "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed, and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed". Then, in the present embodiment, a series of effects "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the hold image H in the normal mode is finally displayed" and "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed". And finally, the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed. ”The series of effects corresponds to the hold time effects. That is, as the effect that can be executed by the display means, there is a hold time effect that can be executed when the execution of the new variable game is suspended. As described above, in the present embodiment, the hold time effect includes a non-specific hold time effect and a specific hold time effect. The first effect is an effect (common effect) that is commonly executed in both the non-specific hold time effect and the specific hold time effect.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the time required from the start of the execution of the hold appearance effect to the display of the hold image H in the advance notice mode through the lightning effect is 1.5 seconds. That is, in the present embodiment, the effect time from the execution of the new variable game being suspended and the execution of the second reserved effect targeting the variable game to the display of the reserved image in the special display mode is set. It is 1.5 seconds. That is, in the present embodiment, the effect from the execution of the new variable game being suspended and the execution of the specific hold time effect targeting the variable game to the final display of the reserved image in the special display mode. The time is 1.5 seconds. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the time required from the start of the execution of the hold appearance effect to the display of the hold image H in the normal mode without the lightning effect being executed is 0.4 seconds.

Next, an example of the display content of the effect display device 25 when the execution of the special game is started and the hold notice effect is started for the special game whose execution is suspended will be described.
As shown in FIG. 8A, when the execution of the special game is started and the hold notice effect is started for the special game whose execution is suspended, the special game targeted for the hold notice effect is supported. The character CH is displayed at a position corresponding to the reserved image H (in FIG. 8A, the reserved image H2). The character CH is displayed on the back side of the hold image H corresponding to the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect (in FIG. 8A, the back side of the hold image H2), and is the target of the hold notice effect. It is displayed at a position corresponding to the reserved image H corresponding to the special game. Then, the character CH is displayed with the content of swinging down the sword, and the effect of destroying the reserved image H in the normal mode corresponding to the special game targeted for the hold notice effect is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 8B, the reserved image H in the notice mode is displayed in place of the hold image H in the normal mode corresponding to the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect, and the character CH that is pleased is displayed. It is displayed on the effect display device 25. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a predetermined hold effect sound is output from the speaker 18 as the hold image H in the advance notice mode is displayed. In the following description, the effect of the character CH cutting the reserved image H with a sword shown in FIGS. 8 (a) and 8 (b) is referred to as a “single-sword cut effect”.

Next, the hold notice determination process corresponding to the process related to the execution of the hold notice effect will be described together with the control related to the display of the various hold image H and the executing image ZG.
When the look-ahead command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs the hold notice determination process at the time of winning in the hold notice determination process. In the prize-winning hold notice determination process, whether or not to execute the hold notice effect for the special game corresponding to the input look-ahead command and the type of notice mode when executing the hold notice effect are determined. In this way, when a new special game is put on hold, the sub CPU 41a performs a winning hold notice determination process for the newly put on hold special game. However, even when the look-ahead command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not perform the winning hold notice determination process if the restriction condition of the holding notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied. That is, when the look-ahead command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs the prize-winning hold notice determination process when the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied, while the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied. In some cases, the hold notice determination process at the time of winning is not performed. When the holding notice determination process at the time of winning is not performed when the restriction condition of the holding notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied, the sub CPU 41a is a holding image in the normal mode as the holding image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is newly held. Decide to display H. As a result, after the hold appearance effect is executed, the hold image H in the normal mode is newly displayed on the effect display device 25. The situation in which the restriction conditions for the hold notice production at the time of winning are satisfied will be described later.

When the input look-ahead command is a look-ahead command that is the target of the hold notice effect, the sub CPU 41a executes the hold notice effect for the special game that is the target of the hold notice decision process at the time of winning. Hold notice lottery to decide whether to start. In the present embodiment, when the hold notice lottery is won, the execution of the hold notice effect is determined, while when the hold notice lottery is not won, the execution of the hold notice effect is not decided. For example, the winning probability of the hold notice lottery differs depending on whether it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is a big hit and the case where it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is out of order. Further, for example, even if it can be specified that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is a big hit, the winning probability of the hold notice lottery may be different depending on the type of the big hit. In addition, the type of the fluctuation pattern determined from the look-ahead command may be configured to be identifiable, and the winning probability of the hold notice lottery may be different depending on the type of the fluctuation pattern. Then, if the hold notice lottery is not won, the sub CPU 41a ends the hold notice determination process at the time of winning. At this time, the sub CPU 41a determines to display the reserved image H in the normal mode as the reserved image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is newly suspended. As a result, after the hold appearance effect is executed, the hold image H in the normal mode is newly displayed on the effect display device 25.

Further, when the hold notice lottery is won, the sub CPU 41a determines the type of the notice mode. For example, in the present embodiment, there are cases where it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is a big hit and cases where it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is out of order. different. For example, even if it can be specified that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is a big hit, the mode of determining the advance notice mode may be different depending on the type of the big hit. For example, the determination mode of the notice mode may be different by changing the type of the notice mode that can be determined. In addition, for example, the decision mode of the notice mode may be different by changing the probability of determining various notice modes. Then, when the sub CPU 41a determines the type of the advance notice mode, the sub CPU 41a ends the process of determining the hold notice at the time of winning.

When the look-ahead command is input, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the hold image H in the normal mode is newly displayed after the hold appearance effect is executed. Further, when the hold notice lottery in the hold notice determination process at the time of winning is won, the sub CPU 41a directs the lightning effect targeting the newly displayed hold image H to be executed after the hold appearance effect is executed. The display device 25 is controlled. Then, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that after the lightning effect is executed, the hold image H of the type of advance notice finally determined in the prize-winning hold notice determination process is displayed. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker 18 so that a predetermined hold effect sound is output as the hold image H in the advance notice mode is newly displayed. Incidentally, although the details will be described later, in the present embodiment, the output of the hold effect sound may be limited. Further, if the hold notice determination process at the time of winning is not performed, or if the hold notice lottery in the hold notice determination process at the time of winning is not won, the sub CPU 41a executes the hold appearance effect and finally holds the normal mode. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the image H is displayed.

By the way, when the secondary CPU 41a displays the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game as the reserved image H1, the secondary CPU 41a has a reserved appearance effect in which the new reserved image H is displayed so as to move on the appearance path Ka1. Let it run. Further, when the sub CPU 41a displays the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game as the reserved image H2, the secondary CPU 41a displays the reserved image H so as to move on the appearance path Ka2. Let it run. Similarly, when the sub CPU 41a displays the hold image H corresponding to the newly held special game as the hold image H3, the hold appearance effect in which the new hold image H is displayed so as to move on the appearance path Ka3. To execute. Further, when the sub CPU 41a displays the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game as the reserved image H4, the secondary CPU 41a displays the reserved image H so as to move on the appearance path Ka4. Let it run.

Further, as described above, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the hold movement effect is executed when the variation pattern designation command is input. For example, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the reserved image H1 moves on the movement path Kb1 and the executing image ZG based on the reserved image H1 is displayed in the executing region ZR. At this time, when the reserved image H1 is the reserved image H in the normal mode, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the running image ZG in the normal mode is displayed in the running region ZR. Further, when the reserved image H1 is the reserved image H of the first notice mode, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the running image ZG of the first notice mode is displayed in the running area ZR. Similarly, when the reserved image H1 is the reserved image H of the second notice mode, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the running image ZG of the second notice mode is displayed in the running area ZR. .. Further, when the reserved image H1 is the reserved image H of the third notice mode, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the running image ZG of the third notice mode is displayed in the running area ZR.

Further, when the fluctuation pattern designation command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs the hold notice determination process at the time of change in the hold notice determination process. The variable hold notice determination process is performed for the special game that has already been held. Then, in the variable time hold notice determination process, whether or not the hold notice effect is executed for the special game that is the target of the variable time hold notice determination process and the type of notice mode when the hold notice effect is executed are determined. To. In this way, when the special game is started to be executed, the sub CPU 41a performs a change hold notice determination process for the pending special game. When there are a plurality of pending special games, the sub CPU 41a targets the variable time hold notice determination process in order from the first reserved special game among the pending special games, and the variable time hold notice determination process. I do. Then, if it is decided to execute the hold notice effect before performing the change hold notice determination process for all the hold special games, the sub CPU 41a targets the remaining hold special games. As a result, the hold notice determination process at the time of fluctuation is not performed.

However, even when the fluctuation pattern designation command is input, the sub CPU 41a does not perform the fluctuation time hold notice determination process if the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is satisfied. That is, when the fluctuation pattern designation command is input, the sub CPU 41a performs the change hold notice determination process when the limit condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is not satisfied, while the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is set. When it is satisfied, the hold notice determination process at the time of change is not performed. If the change hold notice determination process is not performed when the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is not satisfied, the sub CPU 41a does not change the display mode of the hold image H that has already been displayed. The situation in which the restriction conditions for the hold notice effect at the time of fluctuation are satisfied will be described later.

In the variable hold notice determination process, the sub CPU 41a is the target of the variable hold notice determination process when the look-ahead command corresponding to the special game that is the target of the variable hold notice decision process is the look-ahead command that is the target of the hold notice effect. A hold notice lottery will be held to determine whether to start executing the hold notice effect for the special game. If the player does not win the hold notice lottery, the sub CPU 41a ends the change hold notice determination process for the special game targeted for the change hold notice decision process. Further, when the hold notice lottery is won, the sub CPU 41a determines the type of the notice mode. For example, as in the case of the prize hold notice determination process, in the embodiment, there are cases where it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is a big hit, and cases where it is possible to specify that the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command is out of order. , The determination mode of the notice mode is different. Then, when the sub CPU 41a determines the type of the advance notice mode, the sub CPU 41a ends the variable time hold advance notice determination process.

When the hold notice lottery in the hold notice determination process at the time of fluctuation is won, the sub CPU 41a displays the character CH at the position corresponding to the hold image H corresponding to the special game targeted for the hold notice effect, and the one-sword cut effect is executed. The effect display device 25 is controlled so as to be performed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a has a content that the hold image H corresponding to the special game targeted for the hold notice effect is finally changed to the hold image H of the type of notice determined in the change hold notice determination process. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that the double-cut effect is executed. Further, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker 18 so that a predetermined hold effect sound is output as the hold image H in the advance notice mode is displayed.

In either case of the hold notice determination process at the time of winning or the hold notice decision process at the time of change, if the hold notice execution lottery is won and the type of the notice mode is decided, the sub CPU 41a is subject to the hold notice effect. Information that can specify the type of the notice mode of the hold image H in the special game and the hold notice effect (hereinafter referred to as hold notice execution information) is stored in the sub-RWM41c. The hold notice execution information stored in the sub-RWM41c is deleted when the execution of the special game targeted for the hold notice execution corresponding to the hold notice execution information is completed, or when the jackpot game is given. ..

Here, based on FIG. 9A, a situation in which the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied will be described.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is within the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the hold movement effect, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the pachinko game machine 10 corresponds to a special game in which the execution is newly suspended. It is restricted that the reserved image H is displayed in the notice mode. As a result, if a new special game is suspended within the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the reserved movement effect is started until the execution of the reserved movement effect is started, the newly reserved special game is reserved. The reserved image H corresponding to the game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. In the present embodiment, if the execution of a new variable game is suspended within the period from before the predetermined period when the execution of the specific effect is started to the start of the execution of the specific effect, the new execution is suspended. The start of execution of the second reserved effect targeting the variable game is restricted, and the first reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is executed. In the present embodiment, the specific period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started until the execution of the hold movement effect is started, that is, from a predetermined period before the execution of the specific effect is started. The period until the execution of the production is started corresponds to a specific period. In other words, the specific period is a period from before the predetermined period when the execution of the specific effect is started until the execution of the specific effect is started. In the present embodiment, when the period from the predetermined period before the execution of the specific effect is started to the start of the execution of the specific effect is set as the specific period, the execution of the new variable game is suspended at least within the specific period. If this is the case, the start of execution of the second reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is restricted, and the first reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is executed. .. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the period from the predetermined period before the execution of the specific effect is started to the start of the execution of the specific effect is set as the specific period, the new variable game is at least within the specific period. When the execution is suspended, the start of execution of the specific pending effect targeting the variable game is restricted.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the time for which the specific period is set is "1.6 seconds". On the other hand, as described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the time required from the start of the execution of the hold appearance effect to the display of the hold image H in the advance notice mode through the lightning effect is "1.5 seconds". .. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the time required from the start of the execution of the hold appearance effect to the display of the hold image H in the advance notice mode through the lightning effect is shorter than the time required for the specific period. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the effect time from when the execution of the new variable game is suspended and the execution of the second reserved effect targeting the variable game is started until the reserved image in the special display mode is displayed is set. It is shorter than the time for a specific period. That is, in the present embodiment, the effect from the execution of the new variable game being suspended and the execution of the specific hold time effect targeting the variable game to the final display of the reserved image in the special display mode. The time is shorter than the time for a specific period.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is 100. It can be said to be%. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended at least within a specific period, the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. Is 100%. On the contrary, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode. Can be said to be 0%. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended at least within a specific period, the probability that the execution start of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. Is 0%. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is displayed in the notice mode. The probability is higher than the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is , The probability is higher than the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is restricted. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is displayed in the notice mode. The probability is different from the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended within a predetermined specific period, the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. The probability is different from the probability that the start of execution of the second hold effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted.

In addition, the sub CPU 41a may be within a period from 0.5 seconds before the execution of the special game ends to 0.1 seconds from the start of the execution of the next special game after the interval between fluctuations. For example, it is possible to determine that it is within the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the hold movement effect. For example, when the sub CPU 41a has passed the timing 0.5 seconds before the end of the execution of the special game but before the end of the execution of the special game, if the number of special hold is 1 or more, the sub CPU 41a is held. It may be determined that it is within the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the movement effect. For example, the sub CPU 41a may determine that it is within the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the hold movement effect if the special hold number is 1 or more in the interval between fluctuations. For example, the sub CPU 41a determines that the period from the start of the execution of the special game to the elapse of 0.1 seconds is within the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of the execution of the hold movement effect. You may.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the hold movement effect is being executed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the hold image H corresponding to the newly suspended special game is displayed in the notice mode. Is restricted. As a result, when a new special game is put on hold while the hold movement effect is being executed, the holding image H corresponding to the newly put on hold special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and a new one is used. The hold image H corresponding to the special game held in is displayed in the normal mode. When the hold movement effect is being executed, it corresponds to the period from the start of the execution of the hold move effect to the end of the execution of the hold move effect. In the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended within the period from the start of the execution of the specific effect to the end of the execution of the specific effect, the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is used. The start of execution of the target second hold effect is restricted, and the first hold effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is executed. Some of the non-specific periods that are different from the specific period include the period during which the hold movement effect is being executed. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period from the start of the execution of the specific effect to the end of the execution of the specific effect. In this way, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second pending effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. The sub CPU 41a can determine that the hold movement effect is being executed as long as it is within the period during which the hold move effect is being executed. For example, the sub CPU 41a determines that the hold movement effect is being executed within the period from the timing when 0.1 seconds have elapsed from the timing when the execution of the special game has started until 0.5 seconds have elapsed. May be good.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern is being executed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the pachinko game machine 10 corresponds to the special game in which the execution is newly suspended. It is restricted that the reserved image H is displayed in the notice mode. As a result, when a new special game is reserved while the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern is being executed, the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is in the notice mode. The display is restricted, and the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. When the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern is being executed, the period during which the special game is being executed and the content of the effect performed during the execution of the special game is the specific content. Corresponds to. That is, in the present embodiment, the time when the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-variable pattern is being executed is when the variable game is being executed, and the line is being executed during the execution of the variable game. It corresponds to the period when the content of the production is specific. Therefore, the effect of the specific content is an effect executed within the variation time associated with the variation pattern when the first variation pattern without outlier reach is specified. In the present embodiment, when the variable game is being executed and the execution of the new variable game is suspended within the period in which the content of the effect performed during the execution of the variable game is the specific content. , The start of execution of the second reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is restricted, and the first reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is executed. Some of the non-specific periods that differ from the specific period include the period during which the special game is running based on the first out-of-reach non-reach variation pattern. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period in which the variable game is being executed and the content of the effect performed during the execution of the variable game is the specific content. In this way, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second pending effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. In the sub CPU 41a, the first deviation pattern without reach is specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command, and if the special game based on the fluctuation pattern is being executed, the content of the effect performed during the execution of the special game is specified. It is possible to judge that it is within the period of the content.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the period from the start of the execution of the premium effect to the granting of the big hit game, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the execution is newly suspended. It is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the game is displayed in the notice mode. As a result, if a new special game is suspended within the period from the start of execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game, the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is a notice mode. The reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. In the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within the period from the start of the execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game, the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is targeted. The start of execution of the second hold effect is restricted, and the first hold effect for the newly suspended variable game is executed. A part of the non-specific period different from the specific period includes the period from the start of execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period from the start of execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game. In this way, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second pending effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. For example, when the premium effect is executed, the sub CPU 41a may be configured to store information that can identify that the premium effect is executed until the sub RWM 41c is given a big hit game. Then, when the information that can identify that the premium effect has been executed is stored in the sub RWM41c, the sub CPU 41a determines that it is within the period from the execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game. You may.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the blackout effect is being executed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the hold image H corresponding to the newly suspended special game is displayed in the notice mode. Is restricted. As a result, when a new special game is suspended while the blackout effect is being executed, the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and is newly added. The reserved image H corresponding to the reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. The time when the blackout effect is being executed corresponds to the time when the special game is being executed and the period during which the blackout effect is being executed. In the present embodiment, the execution of the new variable game is suspended while the variable game is being executed and during the period during which the pending display concealment effect in which the display of the reserved image in the display means is concealed is being executed. If so, the start of execution of the second reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is restricted, and the first reserved effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is executed. .. A part of the non-specific period among the periods different from the specific period includes the period during which the darkening effect is being executed. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period during which the variable game is being executed and the hold display concealment effect in which the display of the hold image in the display means is concealed is being executed. Is done. In this way, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second pending effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. The sub CPU 41a can determine that the darkening effect is being executed as long as it is within the period during which the darkening effect is being executed. For example, the sub CPU 41a may determine that the blackout effect is being executed as long as it is within the period from the execution of the normal reach effect to the start of the execution of the super reach effect.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of executions of the special game executed without the jackpot game being granted after the end of the second jackpot game is "96 to 105 times", the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is It is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game that is satisfied and newly suspended for execution is displayed in the notice mode. As a result, if a new special game is suspended when the number of executions of the special game after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 105 times", the reserved image corresponding to the newly reserved special game is reserved. The display of H in the notice mode is restricted, and the hold image H corresponding to the newly held special game is displayed in the normal mode. While the number of executions of the special game after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 105 times", the period during which the number of executions of the special game after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 100 times" , Corresponds to the period from 5 times before switching from the high base state to the low base state to switching from the high base state to the low base state. That is, during the period in which the number of times the special game is executed is "96 to 100 times" after the end of the second big hit game, the game state is changed from the first game state to the second game state before the predetermined switching period. It corresponds to the period until switching from one gaming state to the second gaming state. In the present embodiment, the execution of a new variable game is performed within the period from before the predetermined switching period in which the type of the gaming state is switched from the first gaming state to the second gaming state until the switching from the first gaming state to the second gaming state. When it is put on hold, the start of execution of the second hold effect targeting the newly suspended variable game is restricted, and the first hold effect targeting the newly held variable game is executed. To. A part of the non-specific period among the periods different from the specific period includes a period in which the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 100 times". That is, in the present embodiment, in the non-specific period, the period from before the predetermined switching period in which the type of the gaming state is switched from the first gaming state to the second gaming state to the switching from the first gaming state to the second gaming state is included. On the other hand, when the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 105 times", the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "101 to 105 times". The period corresponds to the period from the switching from the high base state to the low base state until the five special games are executed. That is, during the period in which the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "101 to 105 times", the period after the predetermined switching is performed after the type of the game state is switched from the first game state to the second game state. Corresponds to the period until the elapse of. In the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within the period from when the type of the gaming state is switched from the first gaming state to the second gaming state until the predetermined switching period elapses, the new game state is changed. The start of execution of the second hold effect for the variable game whose execution is suspended is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is executed. A part of the non-specific period among the periods different from the specific period includes a period in which the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "101 to 105 times". That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period from when the type of the gaming state is switched from the first gaming state to the second gaming state until a predetermined switching period elapses. As described above, in the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is targeted. The start of execution of the second hold effect is restricted, and the first hold effect for the newly suspended variable game is executed. For example, the sub CPU 41a may be configured to count the number of executions of the special game executed without becoming a big hit after the end of the second big hit game. Then, the sub CPU 41a refers to the counting result of the number of times the special game is executed without becoming a big hit after the end of the second big hit game, and the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to". It may be determined that the period is "100 times". Similarly, the sub CPU 41a refers to the counting result of the number of executions of the special game executed without becoming a big hit after the end of the second big hit game, and the number of executions of the special game after the end of the second big hit game is "101". It may be determined that the period is "~ 105 times".

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot game is being granted, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the hold image H corresponding to the newly held special game is displayed in the notice mode. Is restricted. As a result, when a new special game is suspended while the jackpot game is being granted, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in the notice mode, and a new one is newly reserved. The reserved image H corresponding to the reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. When the jackpot game is being granted, it corresponds to the period from the start of the jackpot game to the end of the jackpot game. In the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within the period in which the jackpot game is granted, the start of execution of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. The first hold effect is executed for the variable game that has been newly put on hold. Some non-specific periods of the period different from the specific period include the period in which the jackpot game is granted. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period in which the jackpot game is granted. In this way, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second pending effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. The sub CPU 41a can determine that the jackpot game is being granted as long as it is within the period during which the jackpot game is granted. For example, the sub CPU 41a may determine that the jackpot game is being granted within the period from the input of the opening command to the input of the first variation pattern designation command.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the hold image H of the notice mode is being displayed, the hold image H corresponding to the special game in which the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied and the execution is newly held is the notice mode. It is restricted to be displayed in. As a result, if a new special game is suspended while the reserved image H in the notice mode is being displayed, the hold image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode. The reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. The time when the reserved image H in the notice mode is being displayed corresponds to the period during which the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed. In the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended within the period in which the reserved image of the special display mode is displayed, the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The first hold effect for the variable game whose execution start is restricted and the execution is newly held is executed. A part of the non-specific period among the periods different from the specific period includes a period in which the reserved image H in the notice mode is displayed. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period in which the reserved image of the special display mode is displayed. In the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second suspension targeting the newly suspended variable game. The start of execution of the effect is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is executed. For example, when the sub CPU 41a can specify that the hold notice execution information is stored in the sub RWM 41c and the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice execution information is on hold, the sub CPU 41a gives a notice. It may be determined that the reserved image H of the embodiment is being displayed.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the executing image ZG of the advance notice mode is being displayed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, and the hold image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is newly suspended is announced. Displayed in a mode is restricted. As a result, if a new special game is suspended while the executing image ZG of the advance notice mode is being displayed, the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game may be displayed in the notice mode. The reserved image H corresponding to the restricted and newly reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. The time when the running image ZG of the notice mode is being displayed corresponds to the period during which the running image ZG of the notice mode is displayed. In the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended within the period in which the executing image of the special display mode is displayed, the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. A part of the non-specific period among the periods different from the specific period includes a period in which the running image ZG of the advance notice mode is displayed. That is, in the present embodiment, the non-specific period includes a period in which the executing image of the special display mode is displayed. In this way, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the second pending effect for the newly suspended variable game is performed. The start of execution of the game is restricted, and the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is executed. For example, when the sub CPU 41a stores the hold notice execution information in the sub RWM 41c and can identify that the special game targeted for the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice execution information is being executed, the sub CPU 41a gives a notice. It may be determined that the executing image ZG of the embodiment is being displayed. Further, for example, the sub CPU 41a may determine that the hold image H in the notice mode is being displayed or the hold image ZG in the notice mode is being displayed when the hold notice execution information is stored in the sub RWM 41c. ..

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a new special game is suspended within a non-specific period, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in a notice mode. It can be said that the probability of being played is 100%. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a non-specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. Is 100%. On the contrary, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a new special game is suspended within a non-specific period, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is displayed in the normal mode. The probability can be said to be 0%. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a non-specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. Is 0%. In this way, when a new special game is suspended within a non-specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is newly added. It is higher than the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a non-specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted. Is higher than the probability that the start of execution of the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is restricted. As described above, when a new special game is suspended within a non-specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is new. It is different from the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game held in the normal mode is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the variable game whose execution is newly suspended is targeted. The probability that the execution start of the 1-hold effect is restricted and the probability that the execution start of the second hold effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted are different.

As described above, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is 100%. Is. That is, if the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is within the non-specific period. This is the same as the probability that the start of execution of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted when the execution of the new variable game is suspended in. Further, as described above, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is determined. It is 0%. That is, when the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is within the non-specific period. This is the same as the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted when the execution of the new variable game is suspended in.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the pachinko gaming machine 10 does not win the hold notice lottery in the hold notice effect determination process at the time of winning, if it wins the hold notice lottery in the hold notice effect decision process at the time of change, after the special game is put on hold. The display mode of the reserved image H may change from the normal mode to the notice mode at the timing of. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is satisfied and the hold notice effect determination process at the time of winning is not performed, the hold notice lottery in the hold notice effect determination process at the time of change is subsequently performed. If the game is won, the display mode of the hold image H may change from the normal mode to the notice mode at the timing after the special game is held. That is, even if the holding image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode when the special game is held, the hold image H is subsequently displayed in the notice mode. The display mode of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game in which is restricted may change from the normal mode to the notice mode. As described above, in the present embodiment, even when the execution start of the second reserved effect targeting the variable game is restricted when the execution of the variable game is suspended, after a specific period, the second is performed. (2) The display mode of the hold image corresponding to the variable game in which the execution start of the hold effect is restricted may change from the normal display mode to the special display mode. That is, in the present embodiment, even when the execution of the specific hold time effect for the variable game is restricted when the execution of the new variable game is suspended, it is specified after the specific period. The display mode of the hold image corresponding to the variable game in which the execution start of the hold time effect is restricted may change from the normal display mode to the special display mode.

Next, based on FIG. 9B, a situation in which the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is satisfied will be described.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of executions of the special game executed without the jackpot game being granted after the end of the second jackpot game is "96 to 105 times", the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of fluctuation is It is restricted that the reserved image H that is satisfied and displayed in the normal mode is displayed in the notice mode. As a result, when the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 105 times", even if the execution of the special game is started, the reserved image H displayed in the normal mode is the notice mode. It is restricted to be displayed in. The period in which the number of executions of the special game after the end of the second big hit game is "96 to 100 times" is the period from 5 times before switching from the high base state to the low base state to switching from the high base state to the low base state. Corresponds to. That is, during the period in which the number of times the special game is executed is "96 to 100 times" after the end of the second big hit game, the game state is changed from the first game state to the second game state before the predetermined switching period. It corresponds to the period until switching from one gaming state to the second gaming state. In the present embodiment, the execution of the special game starts within the period from before the predetermined switching period in which the type of the gaming state is switched from the first gaming state to the second gaming state until the switching from the first gaming state to the second gaming state. Even if this is done, it is restricted that the reserved image H being displayed in the normal mode is displayed in the notice mode. On the other hand, the period in which the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "101 to 105 times" is the period from the switching from the high base state to the low base state until the five special games are executed. Corresponds to. That is, during the period in which the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the second big hit game is "101 to 105 times", the period after the predetermined switching is performed after the type of the game state is switched from the first game state to the second game state. Corresponds to the period until the elapse of. In the present embodiment, even if the execution of the special game is started within the period from when the type of the gaming state is switched from the first gaming state to the second gaming state until the predetermined switching period elapses, the normal mode is used. It is restricted that the reserved image H being displayed in is displayed in the notice mode.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the reserved image H in the notice mode is being displayed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of fluctuation is satisfied, and the hold image H displayed in the normal mode may be displayed in the notice mode. Be restricted. As a result, when the reserved image H in the notice mode is being displayed, even if the execution of the special game is started, the hold image H displayed in the normal mode is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode. The time when the reserved image H in the notice mode is being displayed corresponds to the period during which the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed. In the present embodiment, during the period in which the reserved image in the special display mode is displayed, even if the execution of the special game is started, the reserved image H displayed in the normal mode is limited to be displayed in the notice mode. Will be done.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the executing image ZG of the notice mode is being displayed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of fluctuation is satisfied, and the hold image H displayed in the normal mode is displayed in the notice mode. Is restricted. As a result, when the execution image ZG of the advance notice mode is being displayed, even if the execution of the special game is started, the reserved image H being displayed in the normal mode is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode. The time when the running image ZG of the notice mode is being displayed corresponds to the period during which the running image ZG of the notice mode is displayed. In the present embodiment, during the period in which the executing image of the special display mode is displayed, the reserved image H displayed in the normal mode may be displayed in the notice mode even if the execution of the special game is started. Be restricted.

Next, the situation where the output of the hold effect sound is limited will be described.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the occurrence of a full error is notified, the output of the hold effect sound is limited. That is, within the period during which the full error display effect is being executed, the output of the hold effect sound is limited. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the occurrence of the door opening error is notified, the output of the hold effect sound is limited. That is, within the period during which the door opening error display effect is being executed, the output of the hold effect sound is limited. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the output of the hold effect sound is limited, the hold image H in the advance notice mode is displayed on the effect display device 25.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, since the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied within the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of the execution of the hold move effect, the hold image H of the notice mode is satisfied. Is not displayed and the hold effect sound is not output. Therefore, in the period other than the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the hold movement effect, and during the period when at least one of the full error display effect and the door opening error display effect is executed, the effect display device 25 While the reserved image H in the notice mode can be newly displayed, even if the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed, the output of the hold effect sound is limited. That is, within a predetermined period other than the specific period and the period during which the predetermined effect is executed by the display means, the display means can start executing the second hold effect, while the second hold effect can be started. Is configured to be restricted with respect to the output of the hold effect sound even if the execution is started. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the period other than the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the hold movement effect, and within the period in which at least one of the full error display effect and the door opening error display effect is executed. When a new special game is put on hold, it is limited at least with respect to the output of the hold effect sound. That is, in the present embodiment, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended within a predetermined period other than the specific period and the period during which the predetermined effect is executed by the display means, the execution of the new variable game is suspended. At least some productions are limited.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the output of the hold effect sound is limited, the hold effect sound is not output from the speaker 18. If the output of the hold effect sound is limited, the hold effect sound may be output from the speaker 18. For example, when the output of the hold effect sound is limited, the hold effect sound may be output from the speaker 18 at a volume lower than usual. For example, when the output of the hold effect sound is restricted, any of the period of 1.6 seconds before the start of execution of the hold movement effect and the period during which at least one of the full error display effect and the door opening error display effect is executed. It is also possible to configure the speaker 18 to output the hold effect sound at a volume lower than the volume at which the hold effect sound is output within a period other than that. In this way, when the output of the hold effect sound is limited, the volume when the hold effect sound is not output from the sound output means, or the hold effect sound is output within a period that is neither a specific period nor a predetermined period. The hold effect sound is output from the sound output means at a lower volume.

When displaying the hold image H in the notice mode, the sub CPU 41a controls the speaker 18 so that a predetermined hold effect sound is output as the hold image H in the notice mode is newly displayed. However, when the full error display effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a does not output the hold effect sound from the speaker 18, and limits the output of the hold effect sound. Similarly, when the door opening error display effect is being executed, the sub CPU 41a does not output the hold effect sound from the speaker 18, and limits the output of the hold effect sound.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power supply was cut off when the hold image H in the notice mode was displayed, and then the execution was put on hold at least when the power supply was cut off after the power supply was restarted. It is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode. That is, in the present embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the hold image of the special display mode is displayed, and then the execution is put on hold at least when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. It is restricted that the reserved image corresponding to the variable game is displayed in the special display mode. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power supply is cut off when the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed, and then the notice displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. When the special game corresponding to the reserved image H of the aspect is reserved, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the advance notice mode. As described above, in the present embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the reserved image of the special display mode is displayed, and then the power supply is restarted and then displayed when the power supply is cut off. When the execution of the variable game corresponding to the reserved image in the special display mode is suspended, it is restricted that the reserved image corresponding to the variable game is displayed in the special display mode. However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the power supply is cut off when the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed, and then the notice displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. It is permissible that the running image ZG corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode after the execution of the special game corresponding to the reserved image H of the aspect is started. That is, in the present embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the reserved image of the special display mode is displayed, and then the special display displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. It is permissible to display the running image corresponding to the variable game in a special display mode after the execution of the variable game corresponding to the reserved image of the aspect is started. That is, the power supply is cut off when the hold image of the special display mode is displayed, and then the hold image of the special display mode displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. When the execution of the corresponding variable game is suspended, the reserved image corresponding to the variable game is restricted from being displayed in the special display mode, while the special display displayed when the power supply is cut off is restricted. When the variable game corresponding to the reserved image of the aspect is being executed, it is allowed that the running image corresponding to the variable game is displayed in the special display aspect.

When the look-ahead command is stored in the sub-RWM41c when the game is started in the backup state, the sub-CPU41a changes when the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command stored in the sub-RWM41c when the watch is started in the backup state is changed. Hold notice decision processing is not performed. Further, in the case of starting in the backup state, if the hold notice execution information is stored in the sub RWM41c, the sub CPU 41a is the hold image corresponding to the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice information. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that H is displayed in the normal mode. By performing these processes, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game whose execution was suspended at least when the power supply is cut off is displayed in the advance notice mode.

However, if the game is started in the backup state and the hold notice execution information is stored in the sub-RWM41c, then a special game that is the target of the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice execution information is executed. At this time, the sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the executing image ZG is displayed in a notice mode that can be specified from the hold notice execution information. By performing this process, when the special game corresponding to the reserved image H in the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is running, the running image ZG corresponding to the special game gives notice. It is permissible to be displayed in an embodiment.

Here, based on FIG. 10, a situation in which the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied and the hold image H in the normal mode is displayed, and a situation in which the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied and the notice mode is used. A situation in which the reserved image H is displayed and an example thereof will be described.

When the execution of the special game is started at the timing t1, the execution of the hold movement effect is started at the timing t2 when 0.1 seconds have elapsed from the start of the execution of the special game. The hold movement effect whose execution is started at the timing t2 is executed over the timing t3 when 0.5 seconds have elapsed from the timing t2. In such a case, even if a new special game is suspended in the "period from timing t2 to timing t3" corresponding to the period from the start of the execution of the hold movement effect to the end of the execution of the hold movement effect. The reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is displayed.

Further, when the timing 1.6 seconds before the start timing t2 of the execution of the hold movement effect is set as the timing t4, even if a new special game is reserved in the period from the timing t4 to the timing t2, the said timing is concerned. The reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is displayed. Therefore, for example, when the execution of a new special game is suspended at the timing t11 within the period from the timing t4 to the timing t1 at which the execution of the special game is started, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is a notice mode. Is restricted from being displayed, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is displayed. As a result, the hold appearance effect is started to be executed for the period of the timing t12, which is 0.4 seconds after the timing t11, and the effect display device is such that the hold image H in the normal mode is displayed without executing the lightning effect. Performed at 25. At this time, there is a 100% probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and the reserved image H is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode. The probability is 0%.

On the other hand, when the execution of the new special game is suspended at the timing t21 before the timing t4, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is allowed to be displayed in the notice mode, and the hold image H in the notice mode is allowed to be displayed. Can be displayed. As a result, the hold appearance effect is started to be executed for the period of the timing t22 where 1.5 seconds elapse from the timing t21, and after the lightning effect is executed, the effect that the hold image H in the advance notice mode is displayed is the effect display device. Performed at 25. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, since the display of the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is restricted by the timing at which the special game is reserved, the timing t12 and the timing t22 may be the same timing as a result.

Hereinafter, the effects of this embodiment will be described.
(1-1) Even if a new special game is suspended, at least within "the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started until the execution of the hold movement effect is started". The display of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. As described above, there is a situation in which the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, so that, for example, the hold image H in the notice mode is not displayed. Even if it is, it can be made to think that the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is not displayed due to the timing when the new special game is suspended. As a result, for example, even if the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is not displayed, it is possible to improve the interest while suppressing a decrease in the degree of attention to the reserved special game.

By the way, for example, when a new special game is suspended, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode, and the hold image H in the notice mode is newly displayed. It is assumed that the hold movement effect is executed and the hold image H moves. In this case, the reserved image H in the notice mode is not displayed in the display area where the hold image H in the notice mode corresponding to the newly held special game should be displayed, which may confuse the player. .. However, even if a new special game is suspended within the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started to the start of the execution of the hold movement effect, the hold corresponding to the special game is held. The display of the image H in the notice mode is restricted, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the confusion of the player that may occur due to the movement of the reserved image H by executing the reserved movement effect while the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is newly displayed. In this way, by suppressing the player from being confused by newly displaying the reserved image H in the notice mode, the effect of newly displaying the hold image H in the notice mode can be appropriately enjoyed. It is possible to improve the interest.

(1-2) During the period in which at least one of the full error display effect and the door opening error display effect is being executed in the effect display device 25, the hold image H in the notice mode can be newly displayed on the effect display device 25. On the other hand, even if the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is newly displayed, the output of the reserved effect sound is limited. In this way, by limiting the output of the hold effect sound, it is possible to prevent the attention to the full error display effect and the door opening error display effect from being reduced due to the output of the hold effect sound as usual. be able to. Further, even if the player does not notice that the reserved image H in the notice mode is newly displayed due to the limitation regarding the output of the hold effect sound, the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed thereafter. It is possible to surprise the player when he / she notices, and to improve his / her interest.

(1-3) Even if the display of the hold image H corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode when the special game is put on hold, when the hold image H is put on hold after the hold movement effect is completed. The display mode of the hold image H corresponding to the special game in which the display of the hold image H of the notice mode is restricted may change from the normal mode to the notice mode. Therefore, even if the holding image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode when the special game is held, it is expected that the hold image H will be displayed in the notice mode thereafter. It can be made to improve the interest.

(1-4) Even if a new special game is suspended, at least within "the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the reserved movement effect is started until the execution of the reserved movement effect is started". The display of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. Furthermore, a new special game is provided within a part of the period different from "the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started to the start of the execution of the hold movement effect". Is suspended, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. Therefore, even if the timing when the special game is newly suspended is not clearly "the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started to the start of the execution of the hold movement effect". , It is possible to improve the interest while suppressing the decrease in attention to the reserved special games.

(1-5) Even if a new special game is reserved during the period during which the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern is being executed, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is a notice mode. The display of the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. As a result, for example, the reserved image H in the special display mode is displayed while the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach variation pattern is being executed, so that the interest in the running special game is reduced. It can be suppressed from being stored.

In particular, the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern has a short fluctuation time, the reach effect is not executed during the execution of the special game, and it can be said that the special game lacks interest for the player. Even if a new special game is put on hold during the period during which such a special game is being executed, it is put on hold by limiting the display of the held image H corresponding to the special game in the notice mode. You can increase the enjoyment of the special games you are playing.

(1-6) When the premium effect is executed, it is certain that the big hit game will be given, so that the degree of attention regarding whether the special game will be a big hit is extremely lowered. Even if the reserved image H is displayed in the notice mode in such a situation, it may not be possible to sufficiently expect the improvement of the interest due to the newly displayed the hold image H in the notice mode. However, even if a new special game is reserved within the period from the start of execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode. The reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest while suppressing the inability to enjoy displaying the reserved image H in the advance notice mode.

(1-7) Since the display of the reserved image H on the effect display device 25 is concealed when the darkening effect is executed, even if the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is displayed while the darkening effect is being executed. As long as the hold image H is concealed, it may not be possible to recognize that the hold image H in the notice mode has been displayed, and it may not be possible to entertain the hold notice effect. However, during the period during which the blackout effect is being executed, even if a new special game is suspended, the display of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode, and the normal mode is suspended. The image H is newly displayed. It is possible to improve the interest while suppressing the inability to enjoy the hold notice production.

(1-8) Even if a new special game is suspended within the period from 5 times before switching from the high base state to the low base state to switching from the high base state to the low base state, the special game is supported. It is restricted that the reserved image H to be displayed is displayed in the notice mode, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. In this way, when the switching of the gaming state is imminent and the degree of attention to the switching of the gaming state is increasing, even if a new special game is reserved, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the display of the reserved image H in the advance notice mode from reducing the degree of attention to the switching of the gaming state. That is, it is possible to improve the interest while suppressing a decrease in the degree of attention to the switching of the game state due to the start of execution of the hold notice effect.

(1-9) Even if a new special game is put on hold during the period from the switch from the high base state to the low base state until the five special games are executed, the hold corresponding to the special game is held. The display of the image H in the notice mode is restricted, and the reserved image H in the normal mode is newly displayed. In this way, when the attention to the change of the game state is suddenly lowered immediately after the change of the game state, even if a new special game is put on hold, the hold image H corresponding to the special game is in the notice mode. Display is restricted. As a result, it is possible to prevent the display of the reserved image H in the advance notice mode from hindering the switching of the gaming state and the increase in motivation to enjoy the game in the new gaming state.

(1-10) During the granting of the jackpot game, the interest in the granted jackpot game is higher than the interest in the reserved special game. Therefore, even if a new special game is suspended during the period in which the jackpot game is granted, the display of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode, and the normal mode is suspended. The image H is newly displayed. As a result, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest in the jackpot game being granted by displaying the reserved image H in the advance notice mode.

(1-11) When the reserved image H in the notice mode is newly displayed during the execution of the reserved movement effect, the movement of the reserved image H and the display of the new reserved image H occur at the same time. There is a risk of confusing the player. Therefore, even if a new special game is suspended within the period from the start of the execution of the hold movement effect to the end of the execution of the hold move effect, the hold image H corresponding to the special game is announced. The display of the mode is restricted, and the reserved image H of the normal mode is newly displayed. As a result, it is possible to suppress the confusion caused by the movement of the reserved image H and the display of the new reserved image H occurring at the same time.

(1-12) When a new special game is suspended within a predetermined specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is determined. , The probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is different. In this way, by creating a situation in which the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode or the advance notice mode is different when the new special game is held is created in the situation. It is possible to execute a hold notice effect according to the situation, thereby effectively improving the interest.

(1-13) Corresponds to the special game when a new special game is suspended within the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started to the start of the execution of the hold movement effect. The probability that the reserved image H to be displayed is restricted to be displayed in the notice mode is set to 100%. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the confusion of the player that may occur due to the movement of the reserved image H by executing the reserved movement effect while the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is newly displayed. In this way, by suppressing the player from being confused by newly displaying the reserved image H in the notice mode, the effect of newly displaying the hold image H in the notice mode can be appropriately enjoyed. It is possible to improve the interest.

(1-14) As in the specific period, when a new special game is suspended, the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game may be displayed in the normal mode during the non-specific period. The probability of being restricted and the probability of being restricted from displaying the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game in the notice mode are different. In this way, not only in a specific period but also in a non-specific period, when a new special game is suspended, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted from being displayed in a normal mode or a notice mode. By creating situations with different probabilities, it is possible to execute a hold effect according to the situation, thereby effectively improving the interest. Then, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is within the non-specific period. When a new special game is reserved, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is the same as the probability. Further, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice normal mode is within the non-specific period. When a new special game is reserved in the above, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is the same as the probability. In this way, by making the probability that the reserved image H is restricted to be displayed in various modes the same in the specific period and the non-specific period, it is possible to suppress giving a sense of discomfort to the difference between the specific period and the non-specific period. It is possible to improve the interest.

(1-15) Even if a new special game is suspended, at least within "the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started until the execution of the hold movement effect is started". , "After the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed, and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed." The start of execution of the series of effects is restricted. In this way, due to the existence of a situation in which the start of execution of a series of effects "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed" is restricted. For example, even if the reserved image H in the notice mode is not displayed after the lightning effect is executed, the hold image H in the notice mode is not displayed due to the timing when the new special game is held. Can make you think. As a result, for example, even if the reserved image H in the advance notice mode is not displayed, it is possible to improve the interest while suppressing a decrease in the degree of attention to the reserved special game.

Further, for example, when a new special game is put on hold, "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the lightning effect is executed, and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed" for the special game. It is assumed that the execution of the series of effects is started, and the hold movement effect is executed and the hold image H is moved while the series of effects is being executed (for example, during the execution of the lightning effect). In this case, the reserved image H in the notice mode is not displayed in the display area where the hold image H in the notice mode corresponding to the newly held special game should be displayed, which may confuse the player. .. However, even if a new special game is suspended within the period from 1.6 seconds before the execution of the hold movement effect is started to the start of the execution of the hold movement effect, the special game is targeted as " After the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed, and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed. ”The start of execution of the series of effects is restricted. Therefore, the hold movement effect is executed while the series of effects "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed" is being executed. It is possible to suppress the confusion of the player that may occur due to the movement of the reserved image H. In this way, the player is confused by executing a series of effects of "after the hold appearance effect is executed, the thunder effect is executed, and finally the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed". By suppressing the above, the series of productions can be appropriately enjoyed, and the interest can be improved.

(1-16) When the power supply is resumed, when the hold image H corresponding to the special game already held is displayed in the notice mode, the power supply is cut off by some players. It is possible that some players may feel distrustful as if the special game held by was changed. In this way, when the reserved image H corresponding to the special game already reserved is displayed in the notice mode when the power supply is resumed, the player may be distrusted or the player may be confused. It is possible to make it. Therefore, if the power supply is cut off when the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed, it corresponds to a special game that was held at least when the power supply was cut off after the power supply was restarted. The display of the reserved image H to be performed is restricted in the notice mode. As a result, it is possible to suppress the distrust of the player that may occur when the reserved image H corresponding to the special game that has already been suspended when the power supply is resumed is displayed in the advance notice mode.

(1-17) Hold of notice mode Hold of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is cut off when the image H is displayed and then the power supply is restarted. When the special game corresponding to the image H is reserved, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode. As a result, it is possible to suppress the distrust of the player that may occur when the reserved image H corresponding to the special game that has already been suspended when the power supply is resumed is displayed in the advance notice mode. On the other hand, when the special game corresponding to the reserved image H in the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is being executed, the running image ZG corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode. Is acceptable. Therefore, even if the reserved image H is displayed in the notice mode before the power supply is cut off and the reserved image H is displayed in the normal mode after the power supply is restarted, the special game is actually executed. Occasionally, it can be expected that the running image ZG corresponding to the special game will be displayed in a notice mode.

(Second Embodiment)
Next, a second embodiment of the gaming machine will be described. The same configurations as those of the first embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals as those of the first embodiment, and detailed description thereof and drawings thereof will be omitted.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, as in the first embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the reserved image H of the notice mode is displayed, and then at least the power supply is resumed after the power supply is restarted. It is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game whose execution was suspended when is blocked is displayed in the notice mode. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the hold image H of the notice mode is displayed, and then when the power supply is restarted and then the power supply is cut off. It is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode after the execution of the special game corresponding to the displayed reserved image H in the notice mode is started. That is, in the present embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the reserved image of the special display mode is displayed, and then the special display displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. It is restricted that the running image corresponding to the variable game is displayed in the special display mode after the execution of the variable game corresponding to the reserved image of the embodiment is started.

However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the hold image H of the notice mode is displayed, and then when the power supply is restarted and then the power supply is cut off. When the special game corresponding to the displayed reserved image H in the notice mode is being executed, it is possible to execute an effect different from the normal mode and the notice mode. That is, in the present embodiment, the power supply is cut off when the reserved image of the special display mode is displayed, and then the special display displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. When the variable game corresponding to the reserved image of the mode is being executed, it is possible to execute an effect different from the normal display mode and the special display mode. In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the second embodiment, the executing image ZG in an aspect imitating a character is displayed in the executing area ZR, and an effect different from both the normal aspect and the advance notice aspect is executed. As described above, the special display mode displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is cut off when the hold image of the special display mode is displayed and then the power supply is restarted. When the execution of the variable game corresponding to the pending image is suspended, the reserved image corresponding to the variable game is restricted from being displayed in the special display mode, and is displayed when the power supply is cut off. When the variable game corresponding to the reserved image in the special display mode is running, the running image corresponding to the variable game is restricted from being displayed in the special display mode, while the power supply is cut off. When the variable game corresponding to the reserved image of the special display mode displayed in is being executed, it is possible to execute an effect different from both the normal display mode and the special display mode.

For example, as shown in FIG. 11A, when the power supply is cut off when the hold image H1 is displayed in the notice mode and then the power supply is restarted, all the hold images H and the running image are displayed. ZG is displayed in the normal mode. However, as shown in FIG. 11B, when the execution of the special game corresponding to the reserved image H1 of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is started, the execution of the mode imitating the character is started. The medium image ZG is displayed in the executing region ZR, and an effect different from that of the normal mode and the advance notice mode is executed. In the present embodiment, the effect of displaying the executing image ZG in an aspect imitating a character is when a special game corresponding to the reserved image H in the notice aspect displayed when the power supply is cut off is being executed. It is a production that is executed only in.

When the look-ahead command is stored in the sub-RWM41c when the game is started in the backup state, the sub-CPU41a changes when the special game corresponding to the look-ahead command stored in the sub-RWM41c when the watch is started in the backup state is changed. Hold notice decision processing is not performed. Further, in the case of starting in the backup state, if the hold notice execution information is stored in the sub RWM41c, the sub CPU 41a is the hold image corresponding to the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice information. The effect display device 25 is controlled so that H is displayed in the normal mode. By performing these processes, it is restricted that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game whose execution was suspended at least when the power supply is cut off is displayed in the advance notice mode.

When the game is started in the backup state and the hold notice execution information is stored in the sub-RWM41c, and then the special game targeted for the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice execution information is executed. , The sub CPU 41a controls the effect display device 25 so that the executing image ZG is displayed in the normal mode at least until the execution of the hold movement effect is completed. By performing this process, when the special game corresponding to the reserved image H in the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is running, the running image ZG corresponding to the special game gives notice. Displayed in a mode is restricted. However, during the execution of the special game that is the target of the hold notice effect that can be specified from the hold notice execution information stored when the backup state is started, the sub CPU 41a is executing the normal mode at a predetermined effect timing. Instead of the image ZG, the effect display device 25 is controlled so that the executing image ZG in an aspect imitating a character is displayed. By performing this process, when the special game corresponding to the reserved image H of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is being executed, the effect of a mode different from that of the normal mode and the notice mode is produced. Can be executed.

According to this embodiment, in addition to the effects (1-1) to (1-16) in the first embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.
(2-1) When the power supply is resumed, when the hold image H corresponding to the special game already held is displayed in the notice mode, the power supply is cut off by some players. It is possible that some players may feel distrustful as if the special game held by was changed. In this way, when the reserved image H corresponding to the special game already reserved is displayed in the notice mode when the power supply is resumed, the player may be distrusted or the player may be confused. It is possible to make it. Therefore, the power supply is cut off when the hold image H of the notice mode is displayed, and then, after the power supply is restarted, the hold image H of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is displayed. When the corresponding special game is reserved, the display of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode. As a result, it is possible to suppress the distrust of the player that may occur when the reserved image H corresponding to the special game that has already been suspended when the power supply is resumed is displayed in the advance notice mode. Further, when the special game corresponding to the reserved image H in the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is being executed, the running image ZG corresponding to the special game is displayed in the notice mode. By limiting the number of players, the distrust of the player can be further suppressed. However, when the special game corresponding to the reserved image H of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is being executed, it is possible to execute an effect different from either the normal mode or the notice mode. Therefore, even if the reserved image H and the running image ZG are not displayed in the notice mode after the power supply is restarted, the player can be entertained by the production in a mode different from the normal mode and the notice mode. ..

The above embodiment can be modified and implemented as follows. The above embodiment and the following modified examples can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.
-When the hold movement effect is being executed, it is permissible that the hold image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is newly suspended is displayed in the notice mode because the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied. It may be configured as follows. In addition, a part of the period from the start of the execution of the hold movement effect to the end of the execution of the hold move effect (for example, until a predetermined time elapses from the start of the execution of the hold move effect). Period), it may be configured so that the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied.

-When the content of the effect performed during the execution of the special game is a specific content (in the above embodiment, when the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern is being executed), the hold notice effect at the time of winning is held. It may be configured so that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game in which the restriction condition of the above is not satisfied and the execution is newly suspended is allowed to be displayed in the notice mode. Further, when the content of the effect performed during the execution of the special game is a specific content, it does not have to be when the special game based on the first out-of-reach non-reach fluctuation pattern is being executed. For example, there are a plurality of types. A special game based on any of the fluctuation patterns of the above may be in progress. In addition, the effect of a specific content may be executed on the effect display device 25 during the execution of the special game.

-When the period from the start of execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied, and the hold corresponding to the newly suspended special game is held. The image H may be configured so that it is allowed to be displayed in a notice mode. Further, when the period from the start of the execution of the premium effect to the end of the execution of the special game, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning may be satisfied. That is, when the period from the end of the execution of the special game in which the premium effect is executed to the time when the big hit game is granted, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied, and the execution is newly suspended. The reserved image H corresponding to the special game may be configured to be allowed to be displayed in a notice mode.

-The darkening effect corresponding to the hold display concealment effect does not have to be the effect executed during the execution of the reach effect. The blackout effect may be configured to be feasible, for example, during the granting of the jackpot game, during the interval between fluctuations, and during the demonstration. Further, when the blackout effect is being executed, the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied, and it is allowed that the hold image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is newly suspended is displayed in the notice mode. It may be configured as follows.

-For a part or all of the period when the number of executions of the special game executed without the jackpot game being granted after the end of the second jackpot game is "96 to 105 times", the hold notice effect at the time of winning is displayed. It may be configured so that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game in which the restriction condition is not satisfied and the execution is newly suspended is allowed to be displayed in the advance notice mode. For example, when the number of executions of the special game executed without the jackpot game being granted after the end of the second jackpot game is "101 to 105 times", the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied, and a new one. It may be configured so that the reserved image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is suspended is allowed to be displayed in the notice mode.

-When the jackpot game is being granted, it is permissible that the hold image H corresponding to the special game whose execution is newly held is displayed in the notice mode because the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied. It may be configured as follows. In this way, if the reserved image H may be displayed in the notice mode even while the jackpot game is being granted, the reserved image H is focused on and enjoyed even while the jackpot game is being granted. Can be improved.

-When the hold image H in the notice mode is being displayed, the hold image H corresponding to the special game in which the execution is newly held is displayed in the notice mode because the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied. May be configured to be acceptable. Similarly, when the executing image ZG of the advance notice mode is being displayed, the hold image H corresponding to the special game in which the execution is newly suspended because the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied is displayed in the notice mode. It may be configured to allow it to be done.

-It is not necessary to set all of the periods adopted as the non-specific period in the above embodiment as the non-specific period. For example, it is not necessary to set a part of the period as the non-specific period and the other period as the non-specific period. good. Further, the period to be a non-specific period is not limited to the non-specific period in the above embodiment, and another period may be adopted as the non-specific period.

-The time required from the start of execution of the hold appearance effect to the display of the hold image H in the notice mode through the lightning effect may be longer than the time for the specific period, and is the same as the time for the specific period. May be. That is, the effect time from the execution of the new variable game being suspended and the execution of the second reserved effect targeting the variable game to the display of the reserved image in the special display mode is a specific period. It may be the same as or different from.

-After the display mode of the hold image H is restricted by satisfying the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning, the display mode of the hold image H corresponding to the restricted special game is the normal mode. It may be configured so that the change from to the notice mode is restricted. That is, when the execution of the variable game is suspended and the execution start of the second reserved effect targeting the variable game is restricted, the variable game in which the execution start of the second reserved effect is restricted after a specific period. The display mode of the reserved image corresponding to the above may be configured to limit the change from the normal display mode to the special display mode. That is, when the execution of the new variable game is suspended and the execution start of the specific hold time effect targeting the variable game is restricted, the execution start of the specific hold time effect is restricted after the specific period. The display mode of the reserved image corresponding to the variable game may be configured to limit the change from the normal display mode to the special display mode. Further, at this time, during the execution of the special game in which the display of the reserved image H is restricted in the notice mode, the display of the running image ZG corresponding to the special game is restricted in the notice mode. You may.

-Corresponds to a special game in which the power supply is cut off when the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed, and then the execution is put on hold at least when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. The reserved image H may be displayed in a notice mode. For example, when the hold image H of the notice mode is displayed, the power supply is cut off, and after the power supply is restarted, the hold image H of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off is displayed. When the corresponding special game is reserved, the reserved image H corresponding to the special game may be displayed in a notice mode.

-In the above embodiment, even in a situation where the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, even if the hold notice determination process at the time of winning is performed and the hold image H of the notice mode can be displayed. good. For example, when the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is satisfied, the notice mode is suspended in the prize hold notice determination process as compared with the case where the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of winning is not satisfied. It may be configured so that it is difficult to determine that the image H is displayed. For example, by adjusting the winning probability of the hold notice lottery, it is possible to make it difficult to determine that the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed. In this way, for example, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is 100. The probability may be less than%. In other words, for example, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved variable game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is 0%. May be higher probability.

When a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is a new special within the specific period. It may be the same as the probability that the display of the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted in the normal mode when the game is suspended. Further, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is new within the specific period. It may be lower than the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode when the special game is reserved.

When a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is new within the non-specific period. When the special game is suspended, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode may be higher than the probability. When a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode is new within the non-specific period. When the special game is suspended, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the notice mode may be lower than the probability. Further, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is within the non-specific period. When a new special game is reserved, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode may be higher than the probability. When a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode is new within the non-specific period. When the special game is suspended, the probability that the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game is restricted from being displayed in the normal mode may be lower than the probability.

-In the above embodiment, even in a situation where the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is satisfied, the hold image H in the notice mode can be displayed even if the hold notice determination process at the time of change is performed. good. For example, when the restriction condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is satisfied, the notice mode is suspended in the prize hold notice determination process as compared with the case where the limit condition of the hold notice effect at the time of change is not satisfied. It may be configured so that it is difficult to determine that the image H is displayed. For example, by adjusting the winning probability of the hold notice lottery, it is possible to make it difficult to determine that the hold image H in the notice mode is displayed.

-If a new special game is suspended within a specific period, it is prohibited to display the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game in a notice mode, and it corresponds to the newly reserved special game. While it is permissible to display the hold image H in the normal mode, the timing of displaying the hold image H in the normal mode may be postponed until after the end of the hold movement effect. That is, when a new special game is suspended within a specific period, the timing of displaying the reserved image H corresponding to the newly reserved special game in the normal mode may be delayed to the timing after the end of the reserved movement effect. good. With this configuration, it is possible to suppress the display of the hold image H in the normal mode while the hold movement effect is being executed.

The effect of an aspect different from either the normal aspect or the advance notice mode does not have to be an effect in which the aspect of the running image ZG is different from either the normal aspect or the advance notice aspect. For example, the running image ZG of the normal aspect may be produced. Is continuously displayed, and may be another effect (for example, a preview effect such as a pseudo continuous effect or a step-up effect, or a premium effect). For example, it is assumed that a jackpot notice effect in which a character based on blue color appears can be executed as an effect different from both the normal mode and the advance notice mode. At this time, the power supply is cut off when the hold image H of the notice mode is displayed, and then the hold image H of the notice mode displayed when the power supply is cut off after the power supply is restarted. When a special game corresponding to is being executed, a jackpot notice effect in which a character based on blue appears may be configured to be executable.

-In the above embodiment, a special game executed based on the entry into the first starting port 26 (hereinafter referred to as the first special game) and a special game executed based on the entry into the second starting opening 27. (Hereinafter referred to as the second special game) and may be separated. For example, the second special game may be configured to be executed with priority over the first special game, or may be configured to be executed in a reserved order regardless of the type of the special game. .. Further, the first special game may be configured to be executed with priority over the second special game. In addition, the first special game and the second special game may be configured to be executable at the same time. For example, at least one of the type of jackpot and the determination rate of various jackpots determined in the case where the first special game becomes a jackpot and the time when the second special game becomes a jackpot may be different. When the first special game and the second special game are configured to be executable, the hold image corresponding to the first special game and the hold image corresponding to the second special game are separately displayed on the effect display device 25. It may be configured as. For example, the reserved image corresponding to the first special game and the reserved image corresponding to the second special game may have different designs of the reserved image.

-The gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied as a pachinko gaming machine that performs a small hit lottery in addition to the big hit lottery as a winning lottery. Generally, when a small hit is won in a small hit lottery, a small hit game is given after the end of the special game.

-The gaming state corresponding to the first gaming state and the gaming state corresponding to the second gaming state may be changed. For example, the low base state may be set as the first gaming state, and the high base state may be set as the second gaming state. Further, for example, the game may be configured to be controlled to a high base state when the number of executions of the special game after being controlled to the non-probability change state reaches a predetermined number of operations.

In the above embodiment, the sub-board 41 is used as a sub-general control board, and the display control board that specially controls the effect display device 25, the light emission control board that specially controls the decorative lamp 17, and the speaker 18 are provided separately from the sub-board 41. A sound control board for specialized control may be provided. The sub-board (sub-control unit) may include such a sub-general control board and a board that controls other effects. Further, the main CPU 40a of the main board 40 and the sub CPU 41a of the sub board 41 may be mounted on a single board. Further, in the above modification, the display control board, the light emission control board, and the sound control board may be arbitrarily combined to form a single board or a plurality of boards.

-Of the main RWM 40c and the sub RWM 41c, only the stored contents of the main RWM 40c may be configured to be maintained for a period even when the power supply is cut off. In this case, as the power supply is cut off, the stored information (for example, look-ahead command, hold notice execution information) of the sub RWM41c is erased. When configured in this way, as a result, the power supply is cut off when the reserved image H in the notice mode is displayed, and then, after the power supply is restarted, it is executed at least when the power supply is cut off. The display of the reserved image H corresponding to the special game in which the power is reserved may be restricted in the notice mode.

-For example, when controlled to notify the occurrence of a full error and when controlled to notify the occurrence of a door opening error, a predetermined light is emitted in a mode in which it can be identified that an error has occurred. The error light emission effect of the above may be configured to be executed in the decorative lamp 17. For example, an effect corresponding to a predetermined effect (for example, a full error display effect), an effect of outputting a predetermined error sound (for example, a full error sound), and a predetermined error within a period in which a predetermined error occurs. It may be configured so that some of the light emission effects are restricted. For example, if the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a predetermined period other than the specific period and the period during which the predetermined effect is executed by the display means, a predetermined error sound is emitted. By limiting at least one of the output and the predetermined error light emission effect, at least a part of the effect may be restricted.

-The error detection sensor ES may not include one or both of the full sensor and the door open sensor. The error detection sensor ES may include, for example, a magnetic sensor that detects magnetism. When the magnetic sensor is arranged on the back side of the game board 20, the magnetism of the magnet can be detected when the magnet approaches the game board 20, and a magnetic error can be detected. Further, the error detection sensor ES may include, for example, a radio wave sensor (induced magnetic field detection sensor) that detects radio waves such as an induced magnetic field. When the radio wave sensor is arranged on the back side of the game board 20, the radio wave directed to the game board 20 can be detected, and the radio wave error can be detected. When various errors are detected, the sub CPU 41a may be controlled to notify the generated error. For example, the sub CPU 41a may control the effect display device 25 so that an effect of displaying an image that can identify the type of error occurring is executed. The effect of displaying an image capable of identifying the type of error occurring at this time corresponds to a predetermined effect.

Next, the technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and the modified example will be described.
(B) If the execution of the new variable game is suspended within the specific period, the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is as described above. It is higher than the probability that the execution start of the first hold effect for the variable game whose execution is newly held is restricted.

(B) The effect that can be executed by the effect execution means includes a premium effect, and the premium effect is when the variable game that is a big hit is being executed and the execution of the variable game that is a big hit is suspended. It is configured to be executable only when at least one of them is present, and the non-specific period includes a period from the start of execution of the premium effect to the granting of the jackpot game.

10 ... Pachinko game machine, 17 ... Decorative lamp, 18 ... Speaker, 22 ... Information display panel, 25 ... Direction display device, 40 ... Main board, 40a ... Main CPU, 40b ... Main ROM, 40c ... Main RWM, 41 ... Sub Board, 41a ... Sub CPU, 41b ... Sub ROM, 41c ... Sub RWM.

Claims (3)

In a gaming machine that can hold the execution of multiple variable games
A production execution means that can execute a production, and
The effect control means capable of controlling the effect execution means is provided.
The effect executing means includes a display means capable of displaying an image.
The image includes a pending image corresponding to a variable game whose execution is pending.
The effect that can be executed by the display means includes a hold effect related to the hold image.
The hold effect includes a first hold effect and a second hold effect.
The first hold effect is executed in a mode in which the hold image in the normal display mode is newly displayed in the display means when the execution of the new variable game is suspended.
The second hold effect is executed in a mode in which the hold image having a special display mode different from the normal display mode is newly displayed when the execution of the new variable game is suspended.
When the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a predetermined specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted and the new A gaming machine characterized in that the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for a variable game whose execution is suspended is restricted is different from the probability. The reserved image is configured to be displayed in a display area in which the execution order in which the corresponding variable game is executed can be specified in the display means.
The effect that can be executed by the display means includes a specific effect.
In the specific effect, the reserved image is moved and the reserved image is displayed as the execution order of the variable game whose execution is suspended is advanced due to the start of execution of the new variable game. Executed in a manner that changes the display area,
The specific period is a period from before the predetermined period when the execution of the specific effect is started until the execution of the specific effect is started.
If the execution of the new variable game is suspended at least within the specific period, the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is 100%. The gaming machine according to claim 1. When the execution of a new variable game is suspended within a part of the non-specific period of the period different from the specific period, the execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is executed. The probability that the start is restricted and the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted are different.
When the execution of a new variable game is suspended within the specific period, the probability that the start of execution of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is the non-specific period. It is the same as the probability that the execution start of the first reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted when the execution of the new variable game is suspended in the above.
When the execution of the new variable game is suspended within the specific period, the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted is the non-specific period. Claim 1 or claim which is the same as the probability that the execution start of the second reserved effect for the newly suspended variable game is restricted when the execution of the new variable game is suspended in the above. Item 2. The gaming machine according to item 2.

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