JP2022040559A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of providing new amusement properties in a step-up performance.SOLUTION: A Pachinko game machine PY1 includes a performance control microcomputer 121 for executing an enemy character step-up performance that can be developed from a first step to a fourth step. In the enemy character step-up performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 moves a movable body 55k in an upper part of a game board in a successful operation mode when the development to the second step or the third step is successful while it moves a movable body 56k in a lower part of the game board in a failure operation mode when the development to the second step or the third step fails. In the enemy character step-up performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 moves the movable body 56k in the lower part of the game board in a special operation mode when the development to the fourth step is successful.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 35

Description

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

Conventionally, in a pachinko gaming machine, which is an example of a gaming machine, it is possible to execute a step-up effect that can be developed over a plurality of steps. In the step-up effect, the next step is developed, the higher the expectation of winning the jackpot is, so it is possible to give the player a feeling of exhilaration.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-136951

However, in the step-up effect described in Patent Document 1, when the development to the next step is successful, an image suggesting that the development to the next step is successful is displayed, and the next step is performed. If the evolution fails, only an image is displayed suggesting that the evolution to the next step has failed. Therefore, the player is made to pay attention only to what kind of image is displayed with respect to the success or failure of the development to the next step, and lacks a sense of urgency. Therefore, there was room for improvement in the interest in the step-up production.

The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances. That is, the problem is to provide a gaming machine capable of enhancing the interest in step-up production.

The gaming machine of the present invention
Movable movable body and
In a gaming machine provided with an effect control means capable of executing a step-up effect that can be developed over a plurality of steps.
The effect control means is
In the step-up effect, when the development to the predetermined step is successful, the movable body is moved in the successful motion mode, while when the development to the predetermined step fails, the movable body is moved in the failed motion mode. It is a gaming machine characterized by letting it play.

According to the present invention, it is possible to enhance the interest in step-up production.

It is a front view of a gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board unit. It is a front view which shows the 2nd prize-winning apparatus and the like in detail. It is a front view of the display. (A) is a front view of the production unit when the on-board movable device and the under-board movable device are in the standby state, and (B) is the production unit when the on-board movable device and the under-board movable device are operated. It is a front view. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of the main control board side. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of the effect control board side. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to ordinary figures, and (B) is a table showing random numbers related to special figures. (A) is a hit determination table, (B) is a normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an auxiliary game control table. (A) is a jackpot determination table, (B) is a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is a reach determination table. Special figure 1 It is a fluctuation pattern determination table. Special figure 2 It is a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a look-ahead judgment table. It is a jackpot game control table. It is explanatory drawing of the game state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the normal variation of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of N reach of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the SP reach of a special figure variation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the hold production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the movable body production. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the operation effect. It is a flowchart of a main control main process. It is a flowchart of a timer interrupt process on the main side. It is a flowchart of a sub-control main process. It is a flowchart of a sub-side timer interrupt processing. It is a figure which shows the flow of the enemy character SP reach. It is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 1st enemy character SP reach. It is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 2nd enemy character SP reach. It is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 3rd enemy character SP reach. It is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 4th enemy character SP reach. It is a figure which shows the case which the enemy character step-up effect is started. It is a figure which shows the flow of the 2nd step success effect or the 2nd step failure effect. It is a figure which shows the flow of the 3rd step success effect or the 3rd step failure effect. It is a figure which shows the flow of the 4th step success effect or the 4th step failure effect. 4 is a diagram showing a case where a fourth enemy character silhouette image is displayed after the display of the background image in the fourth step. Enemy character step-up production lottery table. (A) is an enemy character production content lottery table for big hits, and (B) is an enemy character production content lottery table for loss. It is a table showing each winning expectation of the enemy character SP reach. In the second form, it is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 1st enemy character SP reach. In the second form, it is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 2nd enemy character SP reach. In the second form, it is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 3rd enemy character SP reach. In the second form, it is a figure which shows the flow of introduction of the 4th enemy character SP reach. In the third form, it is a figure which shows the flow of the 2nd step success effect, the 2nd step failure effect, or the 4th step success effect. In the third form, it is a figure which shows the flow of the 3rd step success effect, the 3rd step failure effect, or the 4th step success effect.

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

1. 1. Structure of the gaming machine The pachinko gaming machine PY1 which is the first embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described. First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5. In the following description, the left-right and up-down directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 are the left-right and up-down directions (front view) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, "front" is the direction in which the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and "rear" is the direction in which the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the pachinko gaming machine PY1. And.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a gaming machine frame 2. The gaming machine frame 2 includes an outer frame 22 and a front door 23 that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame 22. Further, the front door 23 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which the game board unit YU described later is mounted, and a front frame 23 m rotatably supported by the game board mounting frame 2A via a hinge 2B. The front frame 23m can be opened and closed with respect to the game board mounting frame 2A. A transparent plate 23t is attached to the front frame 23m. When the front frame 23m is closed, the game board 1 mounted on the game board mounting frame 2A and the transparent plate 23t face each other. Therefore, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is installed in the game store, the player in front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can visually recognize the gaming area 6 formed on the gaming board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. As the transparent plate 23t, a transparent glass plate, a transparent synthetic resin plate, or the like can be used. It suffices if the gaming area 6 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

At the lower right of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a handle 72k that can be rotated to launch a game ball is provided. The amount (rotation angle) at which the handle 72k is operated corresponds to the magnitude (launch intensity) of the force (amount driven by the launching device 72 described later to be driven by the launching solenoid) applied to the game ball to launch the game ball. Has been done. Therefore, the game ball is launched with a firing intensity corresponding to the rotation operation of the handle 72k. Further, in the lower center of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a lower decorative body 36 that protrudes greatly toward the front is provided. An upper plate 34 for storing the game ball supplied to the handle 72k is formed on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36. Further, in the lower center of the front surface of the lower decorative body 36, a lower plate 35 for storing excess game balls that cannot be accommodated in the upper plate 34 is provided.

An operable first input device (hereinafter referred to as “normal button”) 40 is provided on the front side of the upper plate 34 on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36. The normal button 40 is composed of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a grip portion, and the like. Further, an operable second input device (hereinafter referred to as “special button”) 41 is provided in the right portion decorative body 32 formed so as to project forward from the right edge portion of the surface of the front frame 23 m. The special button 41 is composed of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a grip portion, and the like.

Further, a speaker 52 capable of outputting sound is provided on the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31 formed so as to project forward from the upper portion of the surface of the front frame 23 m. The speaker 52 (sound output means) includes a left speaker 52L arranged on the left side and a right speaker 52R arranged on the right side. Further, a frame lamp 53 capable of emitting light is provided on the right edge of the front frame 23 m and on the left and right sides of the front lower plate 35 in the lower decorative body 36. Further, a movable frame movable device 58 as an effect device for the purpose of enhancing the entertainment of the game is attached to the upper side of the left edge portion and the right edge portion of the front frame 23 m. The frame movable device 58 is composed of a left frame movable device 58L arranged on the left side and a right frame movable device 58R arranged on the right side.

The positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the gaming machine frame 2 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the gaming.

Next, the game board unit YU will be described mainly with reference to FIGS. 2 to 5. The game board unit YU has a game board 1 and a production unit 1U attached to the back side of the game board 1. First, the game board 1 will be described. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin plate. A substantially circular opening 1A is formed in the substantially center of the game board 1. Along the opening 1A, a substantially ring-shaped inner side wall portion 1B for partitioning the game area 6 into which the game ball can flow down is formed so as to project forward. Further, on the outside of the inner side wall portion 1B, a substantially ring-shaped outer wall portion 1C for partitioning the game area 6 is formed so as to project forward.

A game area 6 surrounded by an inner side wall portion 1B, an outer wall portion 1C, and the like is formed on the front surface of the game board 1. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is divided into a game area 6 and other areas by the inner side wall portion 1B and the outer wall portion 1C.

The gaming area 6 is an area in which a gaming ball launched by operating the handle 72k can flow down, and is provided for playing a game with the pachinko gaming machine PY1. A large number of game nails (not shown) are projected in the game area 6. The game nail has a game ball that enters the game area 6 and flows down the game area 6, with the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12, the general winning opening 10, the gate 13, and the first large winning opening 14, which will be described later. And, it constitutes a route to appropriately guide to the second big winning opening 15 and the like.

In the game area 6, the first start winning device 11D in which the first start opening 11 through which the game ball can enter is formed, and the second start winning device that enables or makes it impossible to enter the second start opening 12. A device (so-called "electric chew") 12D is provided.

The first start winning device 11D is immovable. Therefore, the first starting port 11 is constant (invariant) without changing the ease of entering the game ball. The prize for winning the game ball to the first starting port 11 is a lottery of the first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special figure 1") (acquisition and determination of a random number related to special figure 1 described later: hereinafter, "special figure 1 lottery". ) And the opportunity for variable display in Special Figure 1. Further, when the game balls win a prize in the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (for example, 4) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

The electric chew 12D includes an operable electric chew opening / closing member 12k. The electric chew opening / closing member 12k is usually (in a normal state) in a closed position where it is impossible or extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the second starting port 12. Then, in the special state, the game moves to an open position where the game ball can enter the second starting port 12. The movement of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k to the open position in this way is also referred to as the "open state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D, and only when the electric chew 12D is in the open state, the game ball is moved to the second starting port 12. It is possible to enter the ball. On the other hand, the fact that the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the closed position is also referred to as a "closed state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D. Further, when the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D is in the "open state", it is also called "the electric chew 12D is opened", and when the electric chew 12D is in the "closed state", the "electric chew 12D is closed". Also called.

The prize for winning the game ball to the second starting port 12 is a lottery of the second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special figure 2") (acquisition and determination of a random number related to special figure 2 described later: hereinafter, "special figure 2 lottery". ) And the opportunity for variable display in Special Figure 2. Further, when the game balls win a prize in the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (for example, 4) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a general winning opening 10 into which a game ball can enter. When a game ball wins a prize in the general prize opening 10, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a gate 13 through which a game ball can pass. The passage of the game ball through the gate 13 is an opportunity for a lottery of ordinary symbols (hereinafter referred to as "Public map") (that is, acquisition and determination of a random number of ordinary symbols: hereinafter referred to as "Public map lottery") and variable display of the normal symbol. It has become. The electric chew 12D is released by executing the auxiliary game. That is, the auxiliary game is a game involving the opening of the electric chew 12D.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a first big prize device 14D (hereinafter, also referred to as “normal AT14D”) in which a first big prize opening 14 into which a game ball can enter is formed.

The first prize-winning device 14D includes a normal AT opening / closing member 14k that can be operated in an open state and a closed state. Normally, the first large winning opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the AT opening / closing member 14k. Normally, the AT opening / closing member 14k is in a closed state that closes the first large winning opening 14, and it is impossible or extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the first large winning opening 14. When the AT opening / closing member 14k normally operates in the open state, the game ball can enter the first large winning opening 14. As described above, it is possible to enter the game ball into the first large winning opening 14 only when the AT opening / closing member 14k is normally in the open state. When the game balls win the first prize opening 14, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a guidance stage 12g for guiding the game ball to the second starting port 12. The game ball rolling on the upper surface of the guidance stage 12g can flow down toward the second starting port 12.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a second big prize device 15D (hereinafter, also referred to as “VAT15D”) in which a second big prize opening 15 into which a game ball can enter is formed. The second prize-winning device 15D includes an operable VAT opening / closing member 15k. The VAT opening / closing member 15k normally closes the second large winning opening 15, and it is impossible or extremely difficult for the game ball to enter the second large winning opening 15. The VAT opening / closing member 15k can be in an open state. When the VAT opening / closing member 15k is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to enter the second large winning opening 15. On the other hand, the state in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k closes the second large winning opening 15 is also referred to as a “closed state”. In this way, the second large winning opening 15 is opened and closed by the operation of the VAT opening / closing member 15k. When the game balls win the second prize opening 15, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Here, the second prize-winning device 15D will be described in detail with reference to FIG. Inside the second major winning device 15D, a gate-shaped second major winning opening sensor 15a that can detect a game ball that has entered the second major winning opening 15 and allow the game ball to pass downward is provided. Has been done.

In the downstream area of the second large winning opening sensor 15a, a specific area 16 and a non-specific area 17 through which the game ball can pass (enter) are provided. The game ball that has passed through the second large winning opening sensor 15a is distributed to the specific area 16 or the non-specific area 17 by the distribution device 16D. The distribution device 16D includes a distribution member 16k made of a substantially rectangular flat plate and a distribution solenoid 16s for driving the distribution member 16k. The distribution member 16k is configured to be slidable to the left and right by driving the distribution solenoid 16s.

When the distribution solenoid 16s is not energized, the distribution member 16k is in the first state of hindering the passage of the game ball to the specific region 16 (passage prevention state: the left end of the distribution member 16k in the front view of FIG. 3A). Is located slightly to the right of the left end of the specific area 16 and the distribution member 16k covers the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the first state, it is impossible or extremely impossible for the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15 to pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second special winning opening sensor 15a. It is difficult and passes through the non-specific area 17. The route of the game ball flowing down from the second prize opening 15 to the non-specific area 17 is called the first route.

On the other hand, when the distribution solenoid 16s is energized, the distribution member 16k is shaken in the second state (passing allowable state: front view of FIG. 3B) to allow the passage (entry) of the specific region 16 of the game ball. The left end of the distribution member 16k is located slightly to the left of the right end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k does not cover the specific area 16 directly above the specific area 16 and is open directly above the specific area 16). When the distribution member 16k is in the second state, the game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15 can easily pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second special winning opening sensor 15a. The route of the game ball flowing down from the second prize opening 15 to the specific area 16 is called the second route.

Basically, the distribution member 16k is held in the first state. That is, it can be said that the first state is the normal state of the distribution member 16k. Then, only in a predetermined round game (for example, 9R), the distribution solenoid 16s is energized and can change to the second state.

The specific area 16 and the non-specific area 17 are provided with a specific area sensor 16a and a non-specific area sensor 17a that detect a game ball that has passed (entered) the respective areas 16 and 17 and pass the game ball downward. ..

It is possible to provide only one of the first prize-winning device 14D and the second prize-winning device 15D within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, at substantially the lowermost part of the game area 6, two out ports 19 are provided to discharge the game balls that have been driven into the game area 6 but have not won any of the winning openings to the outside of the game area 6. There is. Further, the game board 1 is provided with a board lamp 54 capable of emitting light.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area (first game area) on the left side of the center in the left-right direction and a right game area (second game area) on the right side. The operation mode of the handle 72k that launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area is called "left-handed". On the other hand, the operation mode of the handle 72k that launches the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area is called "right-handed". In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is launched by hitting left is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball flows down when the game ball is launched by hitting right. The possible flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first flow path R1 and the second flow path R2 are also configured by a large number of game nails and the like.

A first starting port 11 and two general winning openings 10 are provided on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the first starting opening 11 or the general winning opening 10 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1 by hitting left. On the other hand, a second starting port 12, a gate 13, a first large winning opening 14, and a second large winning opening 15 are provided on the second flow path R2. Therefore, the player launches the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting right to pass through the gate 13, the second starting port 12, the first winning opening 14, or the second. You can aim to win the big prize opening 15.

In addition, the game ball that did not enter any of the winning openings (1st starting opening 11, 2nd starting opening 12, general winning opening 10, 1st big winning opening 14, and 2nd big winning opening 15) It is guided to the out port 19 and discharged. In addition, the number of prize balls for winning each winning opening can be set as appropriate.

Further, the indicators 8 are arranged on the left side (a portion other than the game area 6) below the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1. As shown in FIG. 4, on the display devices 8, the special figure 1 display 81a for variably displaying the special figure 1, the special figure 2 display 81b for variably displaying the special figure 2, and the normal figure are variably displayed. A normal map display 82 is included. Further, the display devices 8 include the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a, which displays the number of special figure 1 hold (U1: the number of hold of the variable display of the special figure 1 by the special figure 1 display 81a), which will be described later. Also included is a special figure 2 hold indicator 83b for displaying the number of special figure 2 hold (U2: the number of holds for variable display of the special figure 2 by the special figure 2 display 81b), which will be described later.

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery is performed with the winning of the game ball to the first starting port 11. Further, the variable display of the special figure 2 is executed when the special figure 2 lottery is performed when the game ball is won in the second starting port 12. In the following description, the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 are collectively referred to as a special figure, and the special figure 1 lottery and the special figure 2 lottery are collectively referred to as a special figure lottery. Further, the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are collectively referred to as a special figure display 81. Further, the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a and the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b are collectively referred to as a special figure hold indicator 83.

The variable display of the special figure informs the result of the special figure lottery. In the variable display of the special figure, the special figure is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The special figure to be stopped and displayed (stop special figure, special symbol derived and displayed as a display result of variable display) is one special figure selected from a plurality of types of special figures by a special figure lottery. When the stop special figure is a predetermined special figure (special figure of a specific stop mode, that is, a big hit symbol), the big winning opening (1st big winning opening 14 and 2nd big winning opening 15) is opened. A jackpot game (an example of a special game) is performed.

The special figure display 81 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) arranged side by side, and displays a special figure according to the result of the special figure lottery according to the lighting mode thereof. For example, when the result of the special figure lottery is a big hit (one of a plurality of types of big hits described later), the special figure display 81 is set to "□□ ■■ □□ ■■" (□: lit, ■ : Turns off) and displays the jackpot symbol consisting of the lighting of the LEDs located at the 1st, 2nd, 5th, and 6th positions from the left. In addition, if the result of the special figure lottery is a loss, a loss pattern consisting of lighting only the LED on the far right is displayed, such as the special figure display 81 "■■■■■■■ □". do. The lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the special drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, for example, all the LEDs may be turned off as a lost pattern.

Further, in the variable display of the special map, the variable display of the special map is performed over a predetermined fluctuation time before the special map is stopped and displayed. The mode of variable display of the special figure is, for example, a mode in which each LED is turned on so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. The mode of the variable display of the special figure is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not stopped display (lighting display in a specific mode), all the LEDs may be appropriately set such as blinking all at once.

By the way, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when a game ball is won (winning) in the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, various random numbers (numerical information and determination information) for performing a special drawing lottery and the like are performed. One example) may be obtained. These various random numbers are temporarily stored in the special figure holding storage unit 105, which will be described later, as special figure holding. In the following, various random numbers obtained by winning (winning) a game ball to the first starting port 11 are referred to as "special figure 1 related random numbers", and winning a game ball to the second starting port 12. Various random numbers acquired by (entry ball) are called "special figure 2 related random numbers". Here, the special figure 1 related random number is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 1 hold. On the other hand, the random numbers related to the special figure 2 are stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 2 hold. The number of special figure 1 holdes that can be stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (the number of special figure 1 hold) and the number of special figure 2 hold that can be stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (the number of special figure 2 hold). Can set an upper limit (for example, 4). In the following, the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold are collectively referred to as "special figure hold", and the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number are collectively referred to as "special figure hold number". Further, the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 2 related random numbers are collectively referred to as “special figure related random numbers”.

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, if the variable display of the special figure is not performed immediately after the game ball wins the first start port 11 or the second start port 12, specifically, the variable display of the special figure is being executed. If there is a prize during the execution of the jackpot game, the variable display of the special figure (or the right of the special figure lottery) for the prize can be reserved. The special figure hold stored in the special figure hold storage unit 105 is digested when the special figure hold based on the special figure hold becomes possible for variable display. That is, the digestion of the special figure hold means that the special figure-related random numbers and the like corresponding to the special figure hold are determined, and the variable display of the special figure for showing the determination result is executed.

Then, the number of special figure hold is displayed on the special figure hold indicator 83. Each of the special figure 1 hold display 83a and the special figure 2 hold display 83b is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of special figure hold by turning on the LEDs for the number of special figure hold. It is possible.

In addition, the variable display of the regular map informs the result of the regular map lottery. In the variable display of the normal map, the normal map is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The stopped-displayed normal map (stop-displayed, variable-displayed normal map is derived and displayed) is one normal map selected from a plurality of types of normal maps by the regular map lottery. When the stop-displayed normal figure is a predetermined specific normal figure (a normal figure in a predetermined stop mode, that is, a winning symbol), an auxiliary game for opening the second starting port 12 (electric chew 12D) is performed. ..

The normal map display 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs, and displays a normal map according to the result of the normal map lottery depending on the lighting mode thereof. When the result of the normal drawing lottery is a hit, the normal figure display 82 displays a winning symbol composed of lighting of both LEDs such as "□□" (□: on, ■: off). If the result of the regular drawing lottery is a loss, a loss pattern consisting of lighting of only the right LED is displayed, such as "■ □". A mode in which all the LEDs are turned off may be adopted as a lost pattern. The lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the general drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate.

Further, before the normal map is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the normal map is performed over a predetermined fluctuation time. The variable display mode of the normal diagram is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are turned on alternately. The mode of variable display in the normal drawing is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not stopped display (lighting display in a specific mode), all LEDs may be appropriately set such as blinking all at once. ..

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the gaming ball passes through the gate 13, a normal symbol random number (an example of numerical information or determination information) for performing a general drawing lottery may be acquired. This random number is stored in the Fuzu hold storage unit 106, which will be described later, on condition that the variable display of the Fuzu or the auxiliary game is not executed. It is possible to set an upper limit (for example, 4) for the number of normal figure reservations (the number of normal figure reservations) that can be stored in the normal figure reservation storage unit 106. In the following, the normal symbol random number acquired by the game ball passing through the gate 13 is also referred to as a "normal symbol-related random number".

Next, the effect unit 1U attached to the back surface of the game board 1 will be described with reference to FIG. The production unit 1U is a unitization of a plurality of devices that mainly perform production. The production unit 1U is equipped with an image display device 50 (display means), a first board movable device (hereinafter referred to as “on-board movable device”) 55, and a second board movable device (hereinafter referred to as “under-board movable device”) 56. ing.

The image display device 50 is composed of, for example, a 20-inch 3D liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or the like, and includes a display screen 50a capable of displaying a design or the like.

The on-board movable device 55 is arranged in front of the display screen 50a, is movable along the display screen 50a, and includes a decorated on-board movable body 55k. The underboard movable device 56 is arranged in front of the display screen 50a, is movable along the display screen 50a, and includes a decorated underboard movable body 56k.

FIG. 5A schematically shows how the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k are held in a normal standby state (initial position) in which they are not operating. When the drive source of the on-board movable device 55 is driven, the on-board movable body 55k moves downward (down), and when the drive source of the under-board movable device 56 is driven, the under-board movable body 56k moves upward (up). do. At this time, the image display device 50 is covered with the lowered on-board movable body 55k or the raised under-board movable body 56k, and the image display device 50 becomes difficult to see.

The positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the game board unit YU can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

2. 2. Electrical configuration of the gaming machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 to 7. As shown in FIGS. 6 to 7, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure lottery, a variable display of a special figure, a big hit game, a game state setting described later, a normal figure lottery, a variable display of a normal figure, an auxiliary game, and the like. A game control board (hereinafter also referred to as "main control board") 100 that controls game profits (progress of the game), and a game effect (special figure variation effect, hold effect, jackpot game) according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100. Production control board that controls production such as production), customer waiting effect, operation promotion effect that encourages operation during the period when the operation of the normal button 40 or special button 41 is effective (operation effective period), hereinafter also referred to as "effect control board". The payout control board 170 and the like for controlling the payout of the game ball are provided on the back side of the image display device 50 of the game board 1. The main control board 100 can be positioned as a game control unit that controls the game. Further, the effect control board 120 can be positioned as an effect control unit that controls the effect together with the image control board 140, the lamp control circuit 151, and the voice control circuit 161 described later. It should be noted that the effect control unit includes at least an effect control board 120, and uses effect means (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable device 55, 56, etc.) to produce a game and a customer. It suffices if the waiting effect and the operation promotion effect can be controlled.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies electric power to the main control board 100, the effect control board 120, and the payout control board 170, and supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. The power supply board 190 is provided with a backup power supply circuit 192. The backup power supply circuit 192 supplies electric power to the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120, which will be described later, when the power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 is retained even when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned off. Further, a power switch 191 is connected to the power supply board 190. By turning the power switch 191 on or off, the power can be turned on and off. A backup power supply circuit for the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 may be provided on the main control board 100, or a backup power supply circuit for the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 may be provided on the effect control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 6, a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “game control microcomputer”) 101 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted on the main control board 100. The game control microcomputer 101 includes a game ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs and tables for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 that is used as a work memory, and a game control microcomputer 101. A gaming CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 that executes a program stored in the gaming ROM 103 is included.

The game ROM 103 stores a program for performing main control main processing, main side timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. Further, the game ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special figure variation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and a normal diagram variation pattern determination table, which will be described later. , Auxiliary game control table, etc. are stored. The gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special figure holding storage unit 105, the normal drawing holding storage unit 106, and the like.

Further, the main control board 100 causes the game CPU 102 to clear the information stored in the game I / O (Input / Output) port unit 118 for inputting / outputting data and signals and the game RAM 104. RAM clear switch 119 for this is mounted.

Various sensors MS and various actuators MA are connected to the main control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output by various sensors MS are input to the main control board 100. Further, the main control board 100 outputs signals to various actuators MA.

The various sensors MS connected to the main control board 100 include a first start port sensor that detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first start port 11, and a second sensor that detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second start port 12. A start port sensor, a general winning opening sensor that detects a game ball that has won a prize in the general winning opening 10, a gate sensor that detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 13, and a first that detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first major winning opening 14. Large winning opening sensor, second large winning opening sensor 15a that detects a game ball that has won a second large winning opening 15, a specific area sensor 16a that detects a game ball that has passed through a specific area 16 (enters a specific area 16), Further, a non-specific area sensor 17a for detecting a game ball that has passed through the non-specific area 17 (enters the non-specific area 17) is included. When each sensor detects a game ball, it outputs a signal corresponding to the detected content to the main control board 100. The type and number of sensors connected to the main control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Further, the various actuators MA connected to the main control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid that drives the electric chew opening / closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D, and a normal AT opening / closing member 14k of the first prize-winning device 14D. It includes a 1st prize opening solenoid, a 2nd prize opening solenoid that drives the VAT opening / closing member 15k of the 2nd prize winning device 15D, and a distribution solenoid 16s that drives the distribution member 16k of the distribution device 16D. .. The type and number of actuators connected to the main control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Further, the display devices 8 (special figure display 81, normal figure display 82, and special figure hold display 83) are connected to the main control board 100. The display control of these indicators 8 is performed by the game control microcomputer 101.

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands to the payout control board 170, and also receives a signal from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. The payout control board 170 includes a card unit CU (which is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 and enables ball lending based on information such as an inserted prepaid card) and a prize ball payout device 73. In addition to being connected, the launch device 72 is connected via the launch control circuit 175. The launcher 72 includes a handle 72k (see FIG. 1).

The payout control board 170 pays out the prize balls by using the prize ball payout device 73 and the ball rental payout device 74 based on the signal from the game control microcomputer 101 and the signal from the connected card unit CU. Or pay out the ball rental. The number of game balls to be paid out is output to the payout control board 170.

Further, the launching device 72 is provided with a touch switch capable of detecting contact with a handle 72k (see FIG. 1) of a person such as a player. When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch switch detects the contact of the player with the handle 72k and outputs the detection signal to the payout control board 170. Further, a firing volume knob capable of detecting the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k is connected to the launching device 72. The launching device 72 drives the launching solenoid so that the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 72k detected by the firing volume knob. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, one gaming ball is launched about every 0.6 seconds while the rotation operation to the handle 72k is maintained.

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands including information about the game to the effect control board 120 according to the progress of the game. The effect control board 120 can grasp the progress status (game control content) of the game by the main control board 100 based on various commands sent from the main control board 100. The connection between the main control board 100 and the effect control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection capable of only transmitting a signal from the main control board 100 to the effect control board 120. That is, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode) (not shown) as a communication direction regulating means is interposed between the main control board 100 and the effect control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 7, the effect control board 120 is mounted with an effect control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “effect control microcomputer”) 121 that controls the effect of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program. The effect control microcomputer 121 stores the effect ROM 123 that stores a program for controlling the effect as the game progresses by the main control board 100, the effect RAM 124 that is used as the work memory, and the effect ROM 123. The effect CPU 122 that executes the program is included.

Further, the effect ROM 123 stores a program for performing sub-control main processing, reception interrupt processing, sub-side timer interrupt processing, and the like, which will be described later. The effect ROM 123 may be externally attached.

Further, the effect control board 120 is mounted with an effect I / O port unit 138 for inputting / outputting data and signals, and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 139. The RTC139 measures the current date and time (date and time). The RTC 139 operates by the electric power supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 from a predetermined island power supply device (not shown), and when the power is not supplied from the island power supply device, the power supply board 190 operates. It is operated by the electric power supplied from the backup power supply circuit 192 provided. Therefore, the RTC139 can measure the current date and time even when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is not turned on. A backup power supply circuit for the RTC 139 may be provided on the effect control board 120. A circuit including a capacitor and a built-in battery (button battery, etc.) can be adopted as the backup power supply circuit.

An image control board 140 is connected to the effect control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121 of the effect control board 120 is an image display device on the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 based on the command received from the main control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100. Display control of 50 is performed. The connection between the effect control board 120 and the image control board 140 can be both transmission of a signal from the effect control board 120 to the image control board 140 and transmission of a signal from the image control board 140 to the effect control board 120. It is a two-way communication connection.

The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 that stores a program for image control and the like, an image RAM 143 that is used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 that executes a program stored in the image ROM 142. .. Further, the image control board 140 includes a CGROM 145 that stores image data displayed on the image display device 50, a VRAM 146 that is used for developing image data stored in the CGROM 145, and a VDP (Video Display Processor) 144. It is equipped with. Of course, all or part of these electronic components may be composed of one chip. In the CGROM 145, for example, image data for displaying an image displayed on the image display device 50 (still image data, moving image data, specifically, a character, an item, a figure, a character, a number, a symbol, etc. (Including) and image data such as background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads image data from the CGROM 145 and expands it in the expansion area in the VRAM 146 according to the display list created by the image CPU 141 based on the command from the effect control microcomputer 121. Then, the expanded image data is appropriately combined and the image is drawn in the frame buffer in the VRAM 146. Then, the image drawn in the frame buffer is output to the image display device 50 as an RGB signal. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the display screen 50a.

The display list is composed of a group of commands for instructing the execution of drawing on a frame-by-frame basis. The display list contains information on various parameters such as the type of image to be drawn, the position where the image is drawn, the display priority, the display magnification, and the transmittance of the image.

The effect control microcomputer 121 receives voice, music, sound effects, etc. from the speaker 52 via the voice control circuit 161 based on the command received from the main control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100. Is output.

Audio data such as audio output from the speaker 52 is stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120. The voice control circuit 161 may be used as a substrate to mount the CPU. In this case, the CPU may be made to execute voice control. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and audio data may be stored in the ROM. Further, the speaker 52 may be connected to the image control board 140, and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may execute voice control. Further, in this case, the audio data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

Further, various switches as input units, various actuators SA as drive sources, and various lamps SL are connected to the effect control board 120 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various switches are input to the effect control board 120. Further, the effect control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators SA. Further, the effect control board 120 controls lighting of various lamps SL via the lamp control circuit 151 based on a command or the like received from the main control board 100.

Various switches connected to the effect control board 120 include a normal button detection switch 40a and a special button detection switch 41a. The normal button detection switch 40a detects that the normal button 40 has been pressed. The special button detection switch 41a detects that the special button 41 has been pressed. Each of the detection switches 40a and 41a outputs a signal corresponding to the detection content to the effect control board 120. The type and number of switches connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various actuators SA connected to the effect control board 120 include motors for driving the on-board movable device 55, the under-board movable device 56, the frame movable device 58, etc., and the motors are driven into each movable device. It is possible to perform a predetermined operation. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of each movable device, and controls the operation of each movable device via the lamp control circuit 151. The type and number of actuators connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various lamps SL connected to the effect control board 120 include a frame lamp 53, a panel lamp 54, and the like, and each lamp is made to emit light. In detail, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data that determines lighting / extinguishing, emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of each lamp, and emits light from each lamp according to the light emission pattern data. Control. The data stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

The CPU may be mounted on the lamp control circuit 151 as a substrate. In this case, the CPU may be made to execute the lighting control of each lamp and the operation control of each movable device. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board, and data related to the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM. Further, the type and number of lamps connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

3. 3. Main games by the gaming machine Next, the main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 to 15.

3-1. Games related to Fuzu First, we will explain the games related to Fuzu. When the launched game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 draws a lottery. When the normal map lottery is performed, the normal map display 82 performs variable display of the normal map (stop display after performing variable display). Here, there are a hit symbol and a lost symbol in the normal figure that is stopped and displayed. It should be noted that the lost pattern of the normal figure is also referred to as "missing normal figure" in order to distinguish it from the lost pattern of the special figure described later. When the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is executed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. On the other hand, when the lost general map is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is not performed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. Further, in the following, the fact that the game ball passes through the gate 13 when the variable display of the normal map or the auxiliary game is not performed is referred to as "the establishment of the normal map variation start condition".

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires a random number related to the normal map when the normal map variation start condition is satisfied in performing such a series of games (normal map lottery, variable display of the normal map, auxiliary game). As shown in FIG. 8A, the random numbers related to normal symbols to be acquired include ordinary symbol random numbers. Ordinary symbol random numbers are random numbers (judgment information) for performing collision detection. A range is appropriately provided for each random number.

3-1-1. Collision detection The collision detection is a judgment for determining whether or not a hit (whether or not to execute an auxiliary game) using one or a plurality of hit determination tables as shown in FIG. 9A. The hit determination table can be associated with the gaming state described later. That is, the gaming state includes a non-time-saving state and a time-saving state, and as the hit determination table, a hit determination table (non-time-saving hit determination table) used in the non-time-saving state and a hit determination table (time-saving) used in the time-saving state. It is possible to distinguish between the hit detection table) and. In each hit determination table, the determination value of the normal symbol random number (ordinary symbol random number value) is assigned to the hit and the loss which are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired ordinary symbol random numbers with the hit determination table, and determines whether the hit or the miss is a hit. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, the normal map fluctuation pattern determination for variable display of the normal map is performed. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, the hit symbol is basically stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal figure. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, the lost normal map is basically stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal map. In addition, the winning probability can be changed as appropriate.

3-1-2. The normal map fluctuation pattern determination is a judgment for determining the normal map fluctuation pattern by using one or a plurality of normal map fluctuation pattern determination tables as shown in FIG. 9B. The normal map fluctuation pattern is identification information regarding predetermined items related to the variable display of the normal map such as the normal map fluctuation time.

The normal map fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table, the normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table used in the non-time saving state (non-time saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table). It is possible to distinguish from the time-saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table).

In each normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, one normal map fluctuation pattern, which is the result of the normal map fluctuation pattern determination, is stored for each normal map to be stopped. That is, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can make the fluctuation time of the normal map different between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. For example, in the non-time saving state, for the variable display of the normal map when the lost normal map (lost normal map) is stopped and displayed, the normal map fluctuation time is determined to be, for example, 30 seconds, and the winning symbol is determined. The variable display of the normal map when the display is stopped is determined to be a normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is, for example, 30 seconds. In addition, in the time saving state, the variable display of the normal map when the lost normal map is stopped and displayed is determined to be the normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds, and the winning symbol is stopped and displayed. The variable display of the figure is determined to be a normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds. The variable display of the normal map variation time associated with the normal map fluctuation pattern determined by this determination is performed by the normal map display 82. In addition, these fluctuation times of the normal map can be changed as appropriate. By performing the hit determination and the normal map fluctuation pattern determination in this way, the normal map display 82 performs variable display of the normal map.

3-1-3. Auxiliary game Auxiliary game is a variable display of a normal map, and is executed when the winning symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a display result (result of the general map lottery).

The auxiliary game includes various elements such as an element constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component), that is, the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened, and the opening time for each opening. Then, each of these elements is associated with the gaming state. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls an auxiliary game by using one or a plurality of auxiliary game control tables as shown in FIG. 9C based on the gaming state. The auxiliary game control table is associated with the game state. Auxiliary game components are stored in each auxiliary game control table. In addition, the number of times of opening and the opening time of each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can make the opening time of the electric chew 12D different between the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state and the auxiliary game in the time saving state. For example, in the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened only for the first opening time (a time when it is difficult to make the game ball win the electric chew 12D (for example, 0.08 seconds)). In the following, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as "short open auxiliary game". Further, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D is used only for the second opening time (time in which it is easy to make the game ball win the electric chew 12D (for example, 3.00 seconds)), which is longer than the first opening time. Open. In the following, the auxiliary game in the short time state is also referred to as "long open auxiliary game".

3-2. Games related to special figures Next, games related to special figures will be described. When the launched game ball wins a prize in the first starting port 11, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a special drawing 1 lottery. When the special figure 1 lottery is performed, the special figure 1 display 81a performs a variable display of the special figure 1 (a stop display after performing a variable display) to notify the result of the special figure 1 lottery. Here, the special figure 1 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a lost symbol. That is, the result of the special figure 1 lottery has a big hit and a loss. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is completed. On the other hand, when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not performed and the game based on the winning is finished.

Similarly, when the launched game ball wins a prize in the second starting port 12, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 draws a special figure 2 lottery. When the special figure 2 lottery is performed, the special figure 2 display 81b performs a variable display of the special figure 2 (a stop display after performing a variable display) to notify the result of the special figure 2 lottery. Here, the special figure 2 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a lost symbol. That is, the result of the special figure 2 lottery includes a big hit and a loss. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is completed. On the other hand, when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not performed, and the game based on the prize is completed.

In the following, the winning of the game ball in the first starting opening 11 is referred to as "establishment of the first starting condition", and the winning of the game ball in the second starting opening 12 is "establishment of the second starting condition". That is. Further, "establishment of the first starting condition" and "establishment of the second starting condition" are collectively referred to as "establishment of the starting condition". In addition, the lost symbol of the special symbol is also referred to as a "missing special symbol" in order to distinguish it from the above-mentioned lost symbol of the normal drawing.

In performing such a series of games (special figure lottery, variable display of special figures, big hit game, setting of game state), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires a special figure-related random number when the start condition is satisfied. Various judgments are made for random numbers. As shown in FIG. 8B, the special symbol-related random numbers to be acquired include a special symbol random number (big hit random number), a big hit symbol type random number, a reach random number, and a special symbol variation pattern random number. The special symbol random number is a random number for making a jackpot determination. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number for determining the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number for making a reach determination. The special symbol fluctuation pattern random number is a random number for determining the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol. A range is appropriately provided for each random number. Random numbers may also be referred to as determination information.

3-2-1. Jackpot determination The jackpot determination (first determination) is for determining whether or not a jackpot is a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game) using one or a plurality of jackpot determination tables as shown in FIG. 10 (A). It is a judgment. The gaming state includes a normal probability state and a high probability state, and the jackpot determination table is associated with whether it is a normal probability state or a high probability state. That is, as the jackpot determination table, it is possible to distinguish between the jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (normal probability jackpot determination table) and the jackpot determination table used in the high probability state (high probability jackpot determination table). It is possible.

In each jackpot determination table, the determination value (special symbol random number value) of the special symbol random number is distributed to the jackpot and the loss which are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired special symbol random numbers with the jackpot determination table, and determines whether it is a jackpot or a loss. As shown in FIG. 10A, the high-probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values determined to be jackpots than the normal probability jackpot determination table. In addition, the winning probability of the jackpot can be changed as appropriate.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination In the jackpot symbol type determination, when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, one or more jackpot symbol type determination tables as shown in FIG. 10 (B) are used to determine the jackpot symbol type (big hit symbol type). ) Is a judgment for determining. For each type of jackpot symbol, it is possible to associate the jackpot component, that is, the jackpot component composed of the contents of the jackpot, in other words, the game privilege given to the player.

The jackpot symbol type determination table is associated with the type of special symbol that is variably displayed, in other words, the type of the starting port where the prize is made due to the jackpot symbol type determination (which caused the jackpot symbol type determination). Is possible. That is, as the jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed, and the jackpot used when the variable display of the special figure 2 is performed. It is possible to distinguish from the symbol type determination table (second big hit symbol type determination table).

There are multiple types of jackpot symbols, and in each jackpot symbol type judgment table, the judgment value of the jackpot symbol type random number (random number value by jackpot symbol type) is assigned to the jackpot symbol type that is the result of the jackpot symbol type determination. There is. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired jackpot symbol type random numbers with the jackpot symbol type determination table to determine the type of jackpot symbol. Then, in the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random value is appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. In addition, the distribution rate for each jackpot symbol type can be changed as appropriate. In addition, the types of jackpot symbols can be increased or decreased as appropriate.

For example, as shown in FIG. 10B, the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type by the jackpot symbol type determination for the special figure 1 is set to 50% for the jackpot symbol X and 50% for the jackpot symbol Y, and for the special figure 2. It is possible to set the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type by the jackpot symbol type determination to 100% for the jackpot symbol Z. In this way, the special figure 1 lottery in which the game ball is won in the first starting opening 11 and the special drawing 2 lottery in which the game ball is won in the second starting opening 12 are the swings of the jackpot symbol type. It is possible to have different fractions.

3-2-3. Reach judgment In the reach judgment, when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, whether or not to generate reach by the special figure variation effect described later by using one or a plurality of reach judgment tables as shown in FIG. 10 (C). It is a judgment for determining whether or not.

The reach determination table can be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the reach determination table, the reach determination table (non-time reduction reach determination table) used in the non-time reduction state and the reach determination table (time reduction reach determination table) used in the time reduction state are distinguished. It is possible.

In each reach judgment table, the judgment value (reach random number value) of the reach random number is divided into "with reach (generate reach)" and "without reach (do not generate reach)" which are the results of reach judgment. .. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired reach random numbers with the reach determination table, and determines whether or not there is reach (whether or not to generate reach). As shown in FIG. 10C, it is possible to make the number of reach random numbers determined to be "reachable (generate reach)" different between the non-time saving reach determination table and the time saving reach determination table. Is. In the following, "with reach (generate reach)" performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot judgment is "loss" is called "loss with reach", and "without reach (does not generate reach)". ) ”Is sometimes referred to as“ loss without reach ”.

3-2-4. Special figure variation The special figure variation pattern determination is performed by using a variation pattern determination table (special diagram variation pattern determination table) of one or a plurality of special symbols as shown in FIGS. 11 to 12 to determine the variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure. It is a judgment for determining (special figure fluctuation pattern), and is performed in both cases of big hit and loss as a result of big hit judgment. The special figure fluctuation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined items related to the special figure fluctuation time and the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect described later. It should be noted that the special figure variation pattern can include identification information regarding the result of the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination, in addition to the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect and the special figure variation effect. As the special figure fluctuation pattern, it is possible to use a plurality of types of special figure fluctuation patterns having different identification information, and the number thereof can be appropriately changed.

The special figure variation pattern determination table can be associated with the type of the special symbol that performs the variable display to be determined, in other words, the type of the starting port in which the winning is performed due to the special figure variation pattern determination. That is, as the special figure variation pattern determination table, the special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 11) used when performing the variable display of the special figure 1 and the variable display of the special figure 2 are performed. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 12) that is sometimes used.

Then, each special figure variation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and the special drawing 1 used in the non-time saving state. It is possible to distinguish from the variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for time saving). On the other hand, similarly, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table is also used in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and in the time saving state. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for time saving).

Further, each special figure variation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state can be further associated with a jackpot determination result, a jackpot symbol type determination result, or a reach determination result. That is, the non-time saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table and the non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table include a jackpot (for each jackpot symbol type), a loss with reach, and a loss without reach, respectively. Similarly, the time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table also include a jackpot (for each jackpot symbol type), a loss with reach, and a loss without reach, respectively.

Further, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for each reachless loss can be associated with the number of special figure pending. For example, it is used when the special figure 1 holding number (U1) is 0 to 2 and the special drawing 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach is used, and when the special drawing 1 holding number (U1) is 3 to 4. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach. Further, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for each loss without reach can be associated with the number of special figure pending. For example, it is used when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 0 to 2 and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach is used, and when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 3 to 4. It is possible to distinguish from the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach.

Then, the special map display 81 performs variable display of the special map variation time according to the special map variation pattern determined by each special map variation pattern determination. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the display result (result of the special map lottery) in the variable display of the special figure, the variable display of the next special figure is not immediately performed, and the jackpot game is subsequently executed. To.

Further, each special figure variation pattern can be associated with an effect flow of a special figure variation effect as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 to 12.

As shown in the rightmost column of the table of FIGS. 11 to 12, the special figure fluctuation pattern may be given a name in association with the special figure (big hit judgment result) and the effect content of the special figure fluctuation effect. be. For example, the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the jackpot is called "big hit fluctuation". On the other hand, the special figure fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in the loss with reach is called "SP loss fluctuation", and the special feature in which L reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in the loss with reach. The figure fluctuation pattern is referred to as "L loss fluctuation", and the special figure fluctuation pattern in which the special figure fluctuation effect ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is referred to as "N loss fluctuation", and the loss without reach. The special figure fluctuation pattern is called "normal loss fluctuation".

3-2-5. Pre-reading determination The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs pre-reading determination using one or a plurality of pre-reading determination tables as shown in FIG. 13 based on the acquired special figure-related random numbers. In the look-ahead determination (second determination), for example, it is determined whether or not the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination, and the jackpot symbol type random number is determined to which jackpot symbol type is determined by the jackpot symbol type determination. Judgment of which special figure fluctuation pattern the random number of the special figure fluctuation pattern is determined by the special figure fluctuation pattern determination, and the like. The look-ahead determination table can be associated with the type of start opening related to the start winning. That is, as the look-ahead determination table, a look-ahead determination table (first look-ahead determination table) when the first start opening 11 is won, and a look-ahead determination table (second look-ahead determination table) when the second start opening 12 is won. , Can be distinguished.

The look-ahead determination table can also be associated with the gaming state. That is, as the look-ahead determination table, a look-ahead determination table (non-time saving look-ahead determination table) used in the non-time saving state and a look-ahead determination table (time saving look-ahead determination table) used in the time saving state are distinguished. It is possible.

That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a first look-ahead determination table used in the non-time saving state, a first look-ahead determination table used in the time-saving state, and a second look-ahead determination table used in the non-time saving state. It is possible to distinguish between the second look-ahead determination table and the second look-ahead determination table used in the time saving state. It should be noted that what kind of determination is included in the look-ahead determination can be appropriately changed.

3-3. Big hit game Next, the big hit game will be described. The jackpot game consists of multiple round games involving the opening and closing of the jackpot (1st jackpot 14 or 2nd jackpot 15), and from the start of the jackpot game to the start of the first round game. It includes the opening (also referred to as OP) and the ending (also referred to as ED) from the end of the final round game to the end of the jackpot game. Each round game begins with the end of the opening or the end of the previous round game and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of the ending. Further, it is possible not to provide OP or ED. In the following, the round game of the predetermined number of times (predetermined order) is simply referred to as "round". For example, the first (first) round game is called "1 round (1R)", and the 10th round game is called "10 round (10R)".

The elements that make up such a big hit game (big hit game component) include the number of round games, the number of times the big winning opening (1st big winning opening 14 or 2nd big winning opening 15) is opened in each round game, and Includes the type and opening time of each opening (opening pattern), time to close until the next opening (closing time), opening time (opening time), ending time (ending time), etc. ing. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the jackpot game by using one or a plurality of jackpot game control tables as shown in FIG. 14 after the stop display of the special figure is displayed. The jackpot game control table stores jackpot game components for each jackpot game. As a jackpot game, it is possible to control one type or a plurality of types of jackpot games.

For example, as shown in FIG. 14, in the case of the jackpot game X, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds from 1R to 8R, and in 9R, the first is for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. In the 10R (final round), the large winning opening 14 is opened, and a round game in which the second large winning opening 15 is opened is performed for a maximum of 29.5 seconds. Further, in the case of the big hit game Y, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds from 1R to 8R, and in the 9R, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. In 10R, a round game in which the second big winning opening 15 is opened is performed for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. Further, in the case of the jackpot game Z, the first big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds from 1R to 9R, and in the 10R, the second big winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds. Round games are performed In each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls is detected by the large winning opening sensor, before the maximum opening time of the large winning openings 14 and 15 elapses. Even so, the round game is ended.

In addition, the number of times and time in each element can be changed as appropriate. Further, the jackpot game can be performed using both the first prize opening 14 and the second prize opening 15, or can be performed using only one of them.

Here, the specific area 16 will be described in detail. Since the specific region 16 takes a closed state in which a prize cannot be won and an open state in which a prize can be won by the distribution member 16k, the operation mode of the distribution member 16k can be said to be an opening / closing mode of the specific region 16. Hereinafter, the operation mode of the distribution member 16k is also referred to as “opening / closing mode of the specific region 16”. In this way, the distribution member 16k is controlled in a certain operating mode (a specific region 16 is a constant opening / closing mode), but the distribution member 16k is controlled in a certain operating mode (a constant opening / closing mode of the specific region 16). In combination with the opening / closing mode of the second big winning opening 15 in the big hit game, the difficulty (easiness) of allowing the game ball to enter the specific area 16 in the big hit game is set. In the following, the fact that the specific region 16 is in the open state is also referred to as “V open”.

The distribution solenoid 16s is energized for 15 seconds after the opening of the second large winning opening is started, and the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state (FIG. 3B). Therefore, in the round game in which the second special winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second special winning opening 15 and the time controlled by the second state of the distribution member 16k and From the relationship with the timing, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to make the game ball enter the specific area 16). On the other hand, in the round game in which the second big winning opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big winning opening 15 and the time controlled by the second state of the distribution member 16k and Due to the relationship with the timing, it is almost impossible (difficult) for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to allow the game ball to enter the specific area 16). As described above, in the jackpot game, the VAT opening / closing member has a first opening pattern (V long opening pattern) that facilitates passage of the specific area 16 of the game ball (hereinafter, also referred to as “V passage”) during the jackpot game. The VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the jackpot game in which the 15k and the distribution member 16k operate and the second opening pattern (V short opening pattern) in which the specific area 16 of the game ball cannot or is difficult to pass. It is possible to perform a jackpot game. In this way, the jackpot game in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the V-long opening pattern is called "V-long jackpot". On the other hand, the jackpot game in which the VAT opening / closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in the V short opening pattern is called "V short jackpot".

3-4. Game state Next, the game state will be described. As shown in FIG. 15, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a “low probability low base game state”, a “low probability high base game state”, a “high probability low base game state”, a “high probability high base game state”, and a “high probability high base game state”. It is possible to put it in any of the "big hit gaming states". The "low probability low base game state" is "low probability low base state", the "low probability high base game state" is "low probability high base state", and the "high probability low base game state" is "high probability". The "low base state" and the "high probability high base game state" can be abbreviated as "high probability high base state", respectively. As the state constituting the game state, there are a state related to the probability of being determined as "big hit" in the big hit determination and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

The normal probability state is set in the "low probability low base game state" or the "low probability high base game state", and the probability of being determined as a big hit in the big hit determination is a normal probability. The high probability state is set in the "high probability low base game state" or the "high probability high base game state", and the probability of being determined as a big hit in the big hit determination is a high probability higher than the normal probability. Therefore, it can be said that the high probability state is more advantageous to the player than the normal probability state. When the power is turned on for the first time in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the normal probability state is set. Then, by winning the jackpot, it becomes possible to switch from the normal probability state to the high probability state. For example, in a jackpot game, it is possible to switch to a high probability state by passing the game ball through the specific area 16. It is also possible to switch to the high probability state depending on the type of jackpot symbol. In the high-probability state, it is possible to switch from the high-probability state to the normal-probability state by performing a predetermined number of jackpot determinations without winning the jackpot or by winning the next jackpot.

The non-time saving state is set in the "low probability low base gaming state", the "high probability low base gaming state", or the "big hit gaming state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base game state" or the "high probability high base game state", and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game tends to be longer than in the non-time saving state. Is. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time (for example, 3.00 seconds) is longer than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. Further, in the time-saving state, the special figure fluctuation pattern determination is performed using the special map fluctuation pattern determination table defined so that the special map fluctuation pattern having a short special map fluctuation time is selected more often than in the non-time reduction state. It is also possible to do so (see FIGS. 11-12). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace of digestion of the special figure hold becomes faster, and an effective prize (a prize that can be memorized as the special figure hold) to the starting port is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit with the smooth progress of the game.

Further, in the time-reduced state, it is possible to make it easier for the normal map fluctuation time to be shorter than in the non-time-reduced state. For example, in the time saving state, the normal map fluctuation time (5 seconds) shorter than the normal map fluctuation time (30 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state is determined. Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times the general drawing lottery is executed per unit time is larger.

In addition, the time-saving state can be more easily determined to be a hit in the hit determination than the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time-saving state, it is determined to be a hit with a higher probability (for example, 59936/65536) than the probability of being determined to be a hit in the non-time-saving state (for example, 6600/65536). Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times that the hit determination is determined to be a hit per unit time is larger.

As described above, in the time-reduced state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer than in the non-time-reduced state, and it becomes easier for the game ball to frequently win a prize in the second starting port 12. As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of fired balls, becomes high. Therefore, in a short time state with a high base, it is possible to aim for a big hit without significantly reducing the number of game balls possessed. Therefore, it can be said that the time saving state is more advantageous to the player than the non-time saving state.

When the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on for the first time, the non-time saving state is set. Then, for example, by winning a big hit, the time saving state can be set. The time saving state can be changed from the time saving state to the non-time saving state by performing a predetermined number of big hit determinations without winning the big hit or by winning the next big hit.

In the time-reduced state, the winning is easy to win, the normal figure fluctuation time is likely to be short, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be long, as compared with the non-time-saving state. The game related to the normal figure is set in the player's favor in three points. However, the points set in favor of this player may be some of these.

The gaming state after the power is turned on for the first time in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is a "low probability low base gaming state" in which a normal probability state and a non-time saving state are set. This gaming state is also referred to as a "normal gaming state". In the "big hit game state", the hit determination is performed but the big hit determination is not performed. Therefore, a non-time saving state is set with the start of the big hit game. Further, as for the gaming state, it is possible to use all of the above-mentioned gaming states or only a part of them.

4. Main effects by the gaming machine Next, the main effects performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 22.

4-1. Production mode First, the production mode will be described. The effect mode is a division (or a higher-level conceptual attribute) of the effect. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can set a customer waiting effect mode, a normal effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, a time saving effect mode, and a jackpot effect mode as the effect modes.

In the customer waiting effect mode, special figure fluctuation effect is performed in "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". It is an effect mode that can be set when there is no special figure variation effect and indicates that the standby state is not performed. The customer waiting effect is performed when the customer waiting effect mode is set. In the customer waiting effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 16A, a customer waiting demo video G100 introducing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displayed on the display screen 50a. Further, when the normal button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demo video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. 16 (A-2), the setting screen G101 for making settings related to the production of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Is displayed. The settings related to the effect include a volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, a brightness setting of the display screen 50a (“light amount setting”), a frequency setting of the effect to be executed (“effect setting”), and the like.

The normal effect mode can be set when the special figure variation effect is being performed in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a non-time saving state. be. In the normal effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-1), a background image (daytime normal background image G102) showing a daytime mountain landscape is displayed on the display screen 50a in the first normal effect mode. As shown in FIG. 16 (B-2), a second normal effect mode in which a background image (evening normal background image G103) representing an evening mountain landscape is displayed on the display screen 50a, and FIG. 16 (B). As shown in -3), there is a third normal effect mode in which a background image (nighttime normal background image G104) showing a nighttime mountain landscape is displayed on the display screen 50a, and there is one without winning a big hit. It can be switched under one condition that the special figure variation effect is performed once or multiple times. Further, each of the first to third normal effect modes includes a normal pre-stage effect mode before the reach is established and a normal post-stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the normal first stage effect mode, one of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display screen 50a. A dedicated background image is displayed. In addition, a special effect mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" may be provided.

The probability variation effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probabilistic effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-4), a background image (probability variation background image G105) representing the universe is displayed on the display screen 50a. Further, the probabilistic effect mode includes a probabilistic pre-stage effect mode before the reach is established and a probabilistic post-stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the probability change first stage effect mode, the probability change background image G105 is displayed on the display screen 50a, but in the probability change second stage effect mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The time saving effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the special figure variation effect is performed in the "low probability high base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the normal probability state and the time reduction state are present. In the time saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 16 (B-5), a background image (time saving background image G106) representing the sky is displayed on the display screen 50a. Further, the time saving effect mode includes a time saving first stage effect mode before the reach is established and a time saving second stage effect mode after the reach is established in the special figure variation effect. In the time saving first stage effect mode, the time saving background image G106 is displayed on the display screen 50a, but in the time saving second stage effect mode, a dedicated background image corresponding to the type of reach is displayed.

The jackpot effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when the jackpot game is being performed in the "big hit game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the jackpot game is being performed. In the jackpot effect mode, for example, during the opening of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-1), the opening image G107 suggesting the start of the jackpot game and the right prompting "right-handed" are displayed on the display screen 50a. A jackpot opening effect in which the shot image G108 is displayed is performed. During the round in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-2), the round image G109 showing the number of rounds and the prize ball number image G110 suggesting the number of paid out prize balls are displayed on the display screen 50a. The round production is performed. During the ending in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 16 (C-3), the display screen 50a suggests the ending image G111 suggesting the effect mode set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls paid out. The jackpot ending effect in which the total prize ball number image G112 is displayed is performed.

The type of effect mode can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2. Special figure fluctuation effect Next, the special figure variation effect (also simply referred to as "variation effect") will be described. When the variable display of the special figure is started, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure fluctuation pattern and a special figure lottery result (big hit judgment result, big hit symbol type judgment result, reach judgment result, and The special figure fluctuation effect is executed based on the special figure fluctuation pattern determination result) and the like. In the special figure variation effect, the variation display of the effect symbol is superimposed on the predetermined background image on the display screen 50a. The effect symbol is composed of, for example, numerical symbols 1 to 9. In the variable display of the effect symbol, the effect symbol changes with the start of the variable display of the special symbol, and the effect symbol changes with the end of the variable display of the special symbol. Stops. That is, after the special symbol fluctuation time and the variation display of the effect symbol are performed, the variation is stopped and the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Then, the result of the special figure lottery is notified by the stop display of the effect symbol.

In the special figure variation effect, in addition to the variation display of the effect pattern, various images such as an image display device 50, a speaker 52, a frame lamp 53, a board lamp 54, a movable device 55, 56, 58, a normal button 40, and a special button 41 are used. It is possible to perform other effects using various effect devices. In this case, it is possible to continue performing other effects even after the stop display of the effect symbol is displayed.

4-2-1. Effect symbol display area As shown in FIG. 17A, the display screen 50a of the image display device 50 has a left effect on each of the left side, the center, and the right side in which the display screen 50a is divided horizontally into three substantially evenly. It is possible to provide the symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, and the right effect symbol area 50b3. The left effect symbol area 50b1 is an area for displaying the left effect symbol EZ1 when the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation effect. Similarly, the middle effect symbol area 50b2 and the right effect symbol area 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle effect symbol EZ2 and the right effect symbol EZ3.

Further, as shown in FIG. 17A, it is possible to provide the small symbol area 50c in one section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end portion of the display screen 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area in which the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variablely displayed when the special symbol is variablely displayed. The small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are composed of, for example, numerical symbols 1 to 9.

In FIG. 17A, the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are clearly indicated by a two-dot chain line, which is the left effect symbol area 50b1. , The middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed.

4-2-2. Normal variation The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can first perform normal variation in the special figure variation effect. The normal fluctuation functions as an effect suggesting that the variable display of the special figure has started.

When the variable display of the special figure is started, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (A), on the display screen 50a, the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 (hereinafter, "effect symbol EZ1"). , EZ2, EZ3 "or" effect symbol EZ ") is stopped and displayed, and the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2 and the right small symbol KZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the special symbol is variablely displayed. As shown in FIG. 17B, the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 is started and the small symbols are started from the state of waiting for the variable display of the special figure. The variable display of KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is started. Note that "↓" in FIG. 17 indicates that the symbol is being displayed in a variable manner. When the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "normal loss fluctuation", the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are different as shown in FIG. 17 (C-1). After temporarily stopping in the stop mode, as shown in FIG. 17 (D), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in the stop mode (so-called random stitches) suggesting a loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting a loss. There are a plurality of types of stop modes such as "1 ・ 1 ・ 2" and "2 ・ 4 ・ 6" in which the left and right symbols are not the same. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a special figure fluctuation pattern with reach such as "N loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 17 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 And the right effect symbol EZ3 temporarily stop in the same stop mode (so-called reach eye), and reach is established. At this time, the variation display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continuously performed, and the reach effect according to the special symbol variation pattern is performed. The stop order and stop mode of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

4-2-3. The N-reach pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform N-reach when the reach is established in the normal fluctuation. The N reach is an effect that suggests that the result of the jackpot determination may have been a "big hit", and functions as an effect for the player to expect a jackpot.

In N reach, as shown in FIG. 18 (A), the state in which the reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds), and as shown in FIG. 18 (B), the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually changes. It slows down to. Then, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "N loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 18 (C-1), it is produced in a stop mode (so-called reach loss eye) suggesting reach loss. The symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting reach loss. There are a plurality of types of stop modes that suggest reach loss, such as "7,6,7" and "5,3,5", in which the left and right symbols are the same and the inside symbol is different from the left and right symbols. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "N jackpot fluctuation", it stops in a stop mode (so-called doublet) suggesting a jackpot, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-2). indicate. As the stop mode suggesting a big hit, there are a plurality of types of stop modes having the same symbol in the left and right, such as "7, 7, 7" and "2, 2, 2". At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting a big hit. The content of the N reach effect is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the medium effect symbol EZ2, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2-4. SP reach The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP reach after N reach. The SP reach is an effect that suggests that the possibility that the result of the big hit determination is "big hit" is higher than that of the N reach, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big hit.

In the SP reach, after the N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 19A, a background image dedicated to the SP reach (background image G113 for SP reach) is displayed on the display screen 50a, and the SP is displayed in the center of the display screen 50a. An image indicating that the reach has started (for example, the first enemy defeat title image TI described later) is displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 19B, an SP reach-only effect (for example, a battle effect) is performed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach-only effect is reached, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "SP jackpot fluctuation", the display screen is as shown in FIG. 19 (C-1). At 50a, a production suggesting a big hit (for example, a display in which the main character is happy to win the battle) is performed, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop in a stop mode (so-called doublet) suggesting a big hit. indicate. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting a big hit. On the other hand, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is, for example, "SP loss fluctuation", as shown in FIG. 19 (C-2), an effect suggesting a loss (for example, an enemy character is in a battle). (Display that you are happy to win) is performed, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stop mode that suggests reach loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stop mode suggesting a loss. The contents of the SP reach can be changed or added as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 for each reach will be stopped in a manner indicating a big hit (big hit expectation, winning expectation) will be described in detail. The jackpot expectation for each reach is determined by the execution probability based on the result of the jackpot determination. For example, if the execution probability of N reach is 10% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "miss" and 100% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit", the execution probability of SP reach is set to 100%. If the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing", it is 4%, and if the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit", it is 100%. It can be set high. In addition, SP reach A and SP reach B can be executed as SP reach, and the execution probability of SP reach A is set to 2% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing", and the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit". In the case of, the execution probability of SP reach B is set to 2% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "missing", and 30% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "big hit". For example, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation of SP reach B higher than the jackpot expectation of SP reach A. In this way, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation degree by appropriately setting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination.

4-3. Hold icon display area As shown in FIG. 20A, the display screen 50a of the image display device 50 can be provided with a hold icon display area 50d composed of four display areas. The hold icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. It is possible to display the hold icon HA in the display area 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, 50d4. For example, when the special figure 1 hold number is "1", the hold icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the special figure 1 hold number is "2", the first display area 50d1 and the first display area 50d1. 2 The hold icon HA is displayed in the display area 50d2.

Further, as shown in FIG. 20A, it is possible to provide the icon display area 50e including one display area in the vicinity of the hold icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e can display the icon TA which is the same as or different from the hold icon HA depending on the start of the special figure variation effect.

The number of display areas constituting the hold icon display area 50d can be appropriately changed. Further, the hold icon display area 50d may be a display area for displaying both the special figure 1 hold number and the special figure 2 hold number, or may be a display area for displaying only one of them.

4-3-1. Hold effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a hold effect according to the game ball winning a prize in the first start port 11 or the second start port 12. The hold effect can notify the player of the number of special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold.

In the hold effect, when the game ball wins the first starting port 11 when the number of hold of the special figure 1 is "0", the special figure variation effect is started. For example, as shown in FIG. 20 (B), the icon is concerned. The icon TA is displayed in the display area 50e. Then, when two more game balls win the first starting port 11 during the special figure variation effect, as shown in FIG. 20C, the first display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d of the hold icon display area 50d are obtained. The hold icon HA is displayed at 50d2, and the player is notified that the number of holds in Special Figure 1 is “2”. After that, when the special figure variation effect ends and a new special figure variation effect is started, the hold icon displayed in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d is as shown in FIG. 20 (D). The HA is moved to the icon display area 50e and displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon HA displayed in the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d is moved to the first display area 50d1 and displayed. Then, the player is notified that the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1".

4-4. Notice effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform advance notice effect at any timing during the special figure variation effect. The notice effect is an effect using the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the movable devices 55, 56, 58, the buttons 40, 41, etc., and the result of the jackpot determination and the special figure fluctuation pattern determination. It is possible to suggest the result of.

4-4-1. Movable body effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a movable body effect using the movable devices 55, 56, 58 as a notice effect. The movable body effect is an effect of operating the movable devices 55, 56, 58, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big hit.

In the movable body production, for example, when developing from N reach to SP reach, as shown in FIG. 21 (A), the on-board movable device 55 and the under-board movable device 56 are operated, and the on-board movable body 55k is lowered. As well as moving to, the underboard movable body 56k moves upward. Then, it is suggested that the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k move so as to overlap the central portion of the display screen 50a when viewed from the player, and develop into SP reach. At this time, the effect image is displayed in the space of the display screen 50a that does not overlap with the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k. After that, as shown in FIG. 21B, the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state (initial position) and develop into SP reach. It should be noted that the movable body effect is not limited to the suggestion of development to SP reach, and can be changed or added as appropriate. In addition, the operation content of the movable device in the movable body effect can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-4-2. Operation effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform an operation effect using the normal button 40 and the special button 41 as a notice effect. The operation effect is an effect in which the player operates the normal button 40 and the special button 41, and functions as an effect for making the player expect a big hit.

In the operation effect, for example, in SP reach, a period during which the pressing operation of the special button 41 is valid (button operation valid period) occurs, and as the button operation valid period occurs, as shown in FIG. 22 (A). , An effect of urging the operation of the special button 41 (button operation promotion effect) is performed. In the button operation promotion effect, the button operation promotion image G3 is displayed on the display screen 50a. The button operation promotion image G3 includes an image imitating the special button 41 (special button image G31), an image showing the operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the special button 41 (pressing operation image G32), and a button operation valid period. An image showing the remaining time (operation valid period remaining time image G33) is included. The operation valid period remaining time image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the operation valid period. After that, in response to the pressing operation of the special button 41 during the button operation valid period, or after the button operation valid period elapses without the special button 41 being operated during the button operation valid period, FIG. 22B shows. As shown in the above, the on-board movable device 55 is activated, and the on-board movable body 55k moves downward. Then, the movable body 55k on the board moves so as to overlap the central portion of the display screen 50a when viewed from the player, suggesting a jackpot expectation. The operation effect is not limited to the operation of the on-board movable device 55, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-4-3. Pre-reading effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a pre-reading effect for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold for which the special figure lottery has not been performed as a notice effect. The look-ahead effect functions as an effect for suggesting the lottery result of the special figure lottery for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold in advance.

In the look-ahead effect, for example, when the result of the look-ahead determination for the special figure 1 hold is "big hit", the hold icon HA which is usually displayed as "○" in the hold icon display area 50d as shown in FIG. 20 (C). May be displayed as "☆". In addition, when the result of the look-ahead determination is "missing", the hold icon HA may be displayed as "☆" as a so-called "gase effect". The look-ahead effect can be performed on both or one of the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold. Further, the display mode of the hold icon HA is not limited to the change, and can be changed or added as appropriate. For example, it is also possible to change the stop mode of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 in the special symbol variation effect.

5. Control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 23 to 24. The counter, timer, buffer, etc. that appear in the control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 described below are provided in the game RAM 104.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the gaming control microcomputer 101 provided on the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 23 from the gaming ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main process, first, the power-on process (S001) is performed. In the power-on processing, access permission setting to the game RAM 104, setting of the game CPU 102, setting of SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are performed.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are disabled (S002), and normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 8 (A) and 8 (B) are added and updated by 1. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit, it returns to "0" and is added again. The initial value of the counter of each random number may be a value other than "0" or may be changed at random. Further, at least a part of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated by using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

When the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, an interrupt is permitted (S004). While the interrupt is enabled, the main timer interrupt process (S005) can be executed. The main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse repeatedly input to the gaming CPU 102, for example, at a cycle of 4 msec. That is, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed in a cycle of 4 msec. Then, between the end of the main timer interrupt process (S005) and the start of the next main timer interrupt process (S005), various normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processes (S003) are used. The random number counter value update process is repeatedly executed. If an interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 in the interrupt disabled state, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S004).

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 24, in the main side timer interrupt processing (S005), the output processing (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), in each process described below, commands and the like set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the main control board 100 are output to the effect control board 120, the payout control board 170, and the like.

In the input process (S102) performed after the output process (S101), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in the detection signal from the lower plate full switch that detects the fullness of the lower plate 35, and plays the game as the lower plate full data. Stored in the output buffer of the RAM 104.

The normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. 23. That is, in the process of updating the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 8 (A) and 8 (B), the execution period of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) and the other period (main side timer interrupt process (main side timer interrupt process). After the end of S005), it is performed both in the period until the next main side timer interrupt process (S005) is started).

Following the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs a sensor detection process (S104), then a normal operation process (S105), and further performs a special operation process (S106). conduct. The sensor detection process, normal operation process and special operation process will be described later.

Following the special operation process (S106), a distribution device control process for controlling the distribution device 16D is performed (S107).

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S108) and ends the main side timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processes (S108) include power failure monitoring processing when the power is turned off, updating the timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. Further, as another process (S108), a payout control process for paying out the prize ball to the player is performed. In the payout control process, a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170 according to the winning of the game ball to each winning opening. That is, the payout control board 170 pays out the prize ball based on the prize ball request signal.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes the processes of steps S002 to S004 of the main control main process until the interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 (see FIG. 23), and the interrupt pulse is input. And (after about 4 msec), the main side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed again. The game control microcomputer 101 is a command set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the previous main side timer interrupt process (S005) in the output process (S101) of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again. Etc. are output.

[2-1. Sensor detection process]
In the sensor detection process (S104), the general winning opening sensor processing, the gate sensor processing, the second starting opening sensor processing, the first starting opening sensor processing, the first major winning opening sensor processing, the second major winning opening sensor processing, the specific area. Sensor processing is performed sequentially. Then, the command generated in each process is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

In the general winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the general winning opening sensor. In addition, a command for a general winning opening sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the gate sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the gate sensor. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, the normal symbol random number indicated by the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter is acquired, and the acquired normal symbol random number is stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 106 provided in the game RAM 104. .. When a predetermined number (for example, 4) of ordinary symbol random numbers are stored in the normal symbol holding storage unit 106, the newly acquired ordinary symbol random numbers are not stored. In addition, a command for the gate sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second start port sensor process, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the second start port sensor. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, a special figure 2 related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special figure fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the acquired special figure 2 related random number is acquired. Is stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b provided in the game RAM 104. The special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more), and the acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are stored in order from the first area. To. When the special figure 2 related random numbers are stored up to the nth region, the newly acquired special figure 2 related random numbers are not stored. Further, the second look-ahead determination is performed using the acquired special figure 2 related random numbers and the second look-ahead determination table. Further, depending on the result of the processing, the special figure 2 hold number command representing the number of special figure 2 related random numbers (special figure 2 hold number) stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and the second look-ahead determination are performed. Generate a command for the second start port sensor that includes a second start winning command that represents the result.

In the first start port sensor process, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the first start port sensor. When it is determined that the game ball is detected, a special figure 1 related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special figure fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the acquired special figure 1 related random number is acquired. Is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a provided in the game RAM 104. The special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more), and the acquired special figure 1 related random numbers are stored in order from the first area. To. When the special figure 1 related random numbers are stored up to the nth region, the newly acquired special figure 1 related random numbers are not stored. In addition, the first look-ahead determination is performed using the acquired special figure 1 related random numbers and the first look-ahead determination table. Further, depending on the result of the processing, the special figure 1 hold number command representing the number of special figure 1 related random numbers (special figure 1 hold number) stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and the first look-ahead determination are performed. Generate a command for the first start port sensor, including a first start winning command that represents the result.

In the first big winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the first big winning opening sensor. In addition, a command for the first large winning opening sensor corresponding to the result of the processing is generated.

In the second big winning opening sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the second big winning opening sensor. In addition, a command for the second winning opening sensor corresponding to the result of the processing is generated.

In the specific area sensor processing, it is determined whether or not the game ball is detected by the specific area sensor. In addition, a command for a specific area sensor is generated according to the result of the process.

[2-2. Normal operation processing]
In the normal operation process (S105), the normal symbol standby process, the normal symbol variation process, the normal symbol determination process, and the auxiliary game control process are sequentially performed. Then, the command generated in each process is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

The normal symbol standby process is a process performed during standby when the variable display of the normal pattern and the auxiliary game are not performed. In the normal symbol standby process, the hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random number stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 106. In addition, the normal map fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current gaming state. Then, a normal map fluctuation start command including information on the result of the collision detection and the normal map fluctuation pattern is generated. Then, the variable display of the normal map is started by the normal map display 82 based on the normal map fluctuation time associated with the determined normal map fluctuation pattern.

The normal symbol variation process is a process performed during the variable display of a normal pattern. In the normal symbol variation processing, the stop display of the normal map is performed based on the hit determination result according to the elapse of the variable display of the normal map after the variable display of the normal map being executed starts. Then, a command to stop the fluctuation of the normal map indicating the end of the variable display of the normal map is generated.

The normal symbol confirmation process is a process performed when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed. In the normal symbol confirmation process, the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is the winning symbol according to the elapse of a predetermined stop time (for example, 0.8 seconds) after the stop display of the running normal map is started. Determine if it exists. If the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table, and an auxiliary game start command indicating the start of the auxiliary game is generated.

The auxiliary game control process is a process performed when the auxiliary game is being performed. In the auxiliary game control process, the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. In addition, an auxiliary game control command is generated according to the result of the process.

[2-3. Special operation processing]
In the special operation process (S106), the special symbol standby process, the special symbol variation process, the special symbol determination process, the jackpot game control process, and the game state setting process are sequentially performed. Then, the command generated in each process is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

[2-3-1. Special symbol standby processing]
The special symbol standby process is not a jackpot game state, but is a process performed during standby in which the variable display of the special symbol is not performed. In the special symbol standby process, the special figure 2 determination process and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process are performed based on the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b, and the special figure 2 hold storage unit is performed. Perform shift processing. Further, based on the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a, the special figure 1 determination process and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process are performed, and the special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process is performed. ..

In the special figure 2 determination process, a special symbol random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and a jackpot determination table according to the current gaming state are used. Then, a big hit determination is made to determine whether the game is a big hit or a loss. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type determination for determining the type of the jackpot symbol is performed using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers and the special figure 2 jackpot symbol type determination table. Then, a symbol designation command representing the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. If the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command indicating the loss is generated.

The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 2 determination process. In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b and the special figure 2 according to the current gaming state. Using the variation pattern table and the special figure 2, the variation pattern is determined. The determination of the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (special figure 2 hold number). Then, a special figure 2 fluctuation start command representing the determined special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is generated. The special figure 2 fluctuation start command includes information about the special figure 2, information about the result of the jackpot judgment, information about the result of the reach judgment, information about the special figure fluctuation time associated with the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern, and the like. included. Then, the special figure 2 display 81b is made to start the variable display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 2 fluctuation pattern.

The special figure 2 hold storage unit shift process is a process performed when the special figure 2 determination process and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 2 hold storage unit shift process, the special figure 2 related random number stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 2 related random number in the first area is specially characterized. FIG. 2 Clear from the hold storage unit 105b. In this way, the special figure 2 related random numbers are digested in the order in which they are acquired. Then, a special figure 2 hold number command representing the special figure 2 hold number after the processing is generated.

In the special figure 1 determination process, a special symbol random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and a jackpot determination table according to the current gaming state are used. Then, a big hit determination is made to determine whether the game is a big hit or a loss. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type determination for determining the type of the jackpot symbol is performed using the jackpot symbol type random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 1 jackpot symbol type determination table. Then, a symbol designation command representing the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. If the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command indicating the loss is generated.

The special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 1 determination process. In the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a and the special figure 1 according to the current gaming state. Using the variation pattern table, the variation pattern of Special Figure 1 is determined. The determination of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a (special figure 1 hold number). Then, a special figure 1 fluctuation start command representing the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is generated. The special figure 1 fluctuation start command is associated with the information regarding the special figure 1, the information regarding the result of the jackpot judgment, the information regarding the result of the reach judgment, the information regarding the result of the jackpot type judgment, and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. Information such as special map fluctuation time is included. Then, the special figure 1 display 81a is made to start the variable display of the special figure 1 based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern.

The special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process is a process performed when the special figure 1 determination process and the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process, the special figure 1 related random number stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 1 related random number in the first area is specially characterized. FIG. 1 Clears from the hold storage unit 105a. In this way, the special figure 1 related random numbers are digested in the order in which they are acquired. Then, a special figure 1 hold number command representing the special figure 1 hold number after the processing is generated.

In the present embodiment, when both the special figure 2 hold number and the special figure 1 hold number are present, the special figure 2 determination process is prioritized, and the variable display of the special figure 2 and the variable display of the special figure 1 are performed. And are not done in parallel.

[2-3-2. Special symbol change processing]
The special symbol variation process is a process performed during the variable display of the special symbol. In the special symbol variation processing, the special symbol display 81 is made to end the variable display of the special symbol and stop and display the special symbol according to the result of the jackpot determination according to the elapse of the special symbol variation time. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol indicating the jackpot is stopped and displayed, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, the lost symbol indicating the loss is stopped and displayed. Then, a special map fluctuation stop command indicating the end of the variable display of the special map is generated.

[2-3-3. Special symbol confirmation process]
The special symbol confirmation process is a process performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. In the special symbol confirmation process, if the special symbol currently stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol, the game shifts to the jackpot game state. Then, an opening command indicating the start of the jackpot game is generated. The opening command contains information about the result of the jackpot type determination. Further, when the special figure currently stopped and displayed is a lost symbol and the high probability state is terminated, the normal probability state is set. Then, a high-probability end command indicating the transition to the normal probability state is generated. Further, when the special figure currently stopped and displayed is a lost symbol and the time saving state is terminated, the non-time saving state is set. Then, a time saving end command indicating the transition to the non-time saving state is generated. If the currently stopped special figure is a lost symbol and the special figure 2 hold number and the special figure 1 hold number are "0", the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is waiting for a customer. Generate a command.

[2-3-4. Jackpot game control process]
The jackpot game control process is a process performed in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot game control process, the jackpot game is performed using the jackpot game control table. After the transition to the jackpot game state, each round game is started according to the lapse of the opening time or the closing time. Then, a round game command indicating the start of the round game is generated. In addition, the ending is started according to the end of the final round game. Then, an ending command indicating the end of the jackpot game is generated. The ending command contains information about the result of the jackpot type determination.

[2-3-5. Game status setting process]
The game state setting process is a process performed when the jackpot game state ends. In the game state setting process, when changing from the normal probability state to the high probability state, the high probability state is set at the end of the jackpot game state. When limiting the duration of the high-probability state, the duration of the high-probability state (for example, the number of variable displays of the special figure in which the high-probability state can be continued without winning the jackpot) is also set. Then, a high-probability setting command indicating the setting of the high-probability state is generated. When changing from the non-time saving state to the time saving state, the time saving state is set at the end of the jackpot game state. When limiting the duration of the time-saving state, the duration of the time-saving state (for example, the number of variable display of special figures that can continue the time-saving state without winning a big hit) is also set. Then, a time saving setting command indicating the setting of the time saving state is generated.

The commands generated by the game control microcomputer 101 in each process can be added or changed as appropriate.

6. Controlling the effect by the effect control microcomputer 121 Next, the effect control by the effect control microcomputer 121 will be described with reference to FIGS. 25 and 26. The counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following description of the effect control by the effect control microcomputer 121 are provided in the effect RAM 124.

[1. Sub control main processing]
When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 121 provided on the effect control board 120 reads out the program of the sub-control main process shown in FIG. 25 from the effect ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main process, first, the power-on process according to the power-on process is performed (S4001). In the power-on processing, for example, the effect CPU 122 is set, and SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are set.

Next, the interrupt is disabled (S4002) and the random number seed update process is executed (S4003). In the random number seed update process (S4003), the values of various effect determination random number counters for determining various effects are updated. As an example, the method for updating the random number counter for determining the effect for various effects can be the same as the method for updating the main random number for the normal symbol / special symbol performed by the main control board 100 described above. Instead of adding the random values by 1 at the time of updating, it may be added by 2 or the like. This also applies to the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process performed by the main control board 100 described above.

When the random number seed update process is completed, the command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 are transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display screen 50a according to the received command (executes various effects by the image). Further, the effect control board 120 outputs sound from the speaker 52 via the sound control circuit 161 (executes various sound effects by sound) and lamp control, in addition to various effects performed by the image control board 140. The frame lamp 53 and the board lamp 54 are made to emit light through the circuit 151 (various light emission effects are executed by light emission), and the movable devices 55, 56, 58 are activated (various movable body effects are performed by the operation). Execute).

The effect control microcomputer 121 subsequently enables interrupts (S4005). After that, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While the interrupt is enabled, the receive interrupt process (S4010) and the sub-side timer interrupt process (S4011) can be executed.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the effect control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt processing (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the main control board 100 in the reception buffer of the effect RAM 124. This receive interrupt process is executed in preference to the other interrupt process (S4011).

[2. Sub-side timer interrupt processing]
The sub-side timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse having a predetermined cycle (for example, 1 msec cycle) is input to the effect control board 120. In the sub-side timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 26, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), movable device control processing (S4103), watchdog timer processing (S4104), and reception command analysis. Processing (S4105), effect timer update process (S4106), voice control process (S4107), and effect data creation process (S4108) are sequentially performed.

In the input process, an operation on an operation unit that can be operated by the player, such as the normal button detection switch 40a and the special button detection switch 41a, is detected. In the light emission data output process, light emission data is used to make the lamps such as the frame lamp 53 and the panel lamp 54 emit light at a timing that matches the effect of the image, etc., based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process described later. Is output to the lamp control circuit 151. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53, the panel lamp 54, and the like to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data. In the movable device control process, drive data is output in order to perform a movable body effect that operates a movable device such as the movable device 55, 56, 58 at a predetermined timing based on the effect data created in the effect data creation process. do. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a movable body effect of operating the movable devices 55, 56, 58 and the like in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. In the watchdog timer process, the watchdog timer is reset.

In the receive command analysis process, the command stored in the receive buffer of the effect RAM 124 is analyzed by the receive interrupt process (S4010), and the process according to the command (for example, effect selection, effect mode setting, command set, etc.). I do. In the effect timer update process, the timer for measuring the time related to each effect is updated. In the voice control process, voice data (data for controlling the output of voice from the speaker 52) is created and output to the voice control circuit 161 based on the processing result of the received command analysis process. In the effect data creation process, the effect data is created based on the processing result of the received command analysis process.

7. Explanation of Feature Points of the First Form A further detailed description of the feature points of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first form (the present embodiment) will be added below. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the enemy character SP reach may be executed as the SP reach. Enemy character SP reach is a battle SP reach where the main character and the enemy character fight, and if the main character wins the enemy character, it is suggested that he will win the jackpot, while if the main character loses to the enemy character, he will lose. It has come to be suggested. This enemy character SP reach is set so that it may be executed when the special figure fluctuation pattern P01 showing the SP jackpot fluctuation or the special figure fluctuation pattern P04 (see FIG. 11) showing the SP loss fluctuation is selected. Has been done. In addition to the enemy character SP reach, story reach, mini character SP reach, and the like may be executed in the SP reach.

As shown in FIG. 27, the enemy character SP reach includes a first enemy character SP reach, a second enemy character SP reach, and a third enemy character SP reach, depending on the type of enemy character in which the main character fights. There are four types, the 4th enemy character SP reach. Each enemy character SP reach has a different degree of expectation of winning a jackpot. Basically, the first enemy character SP reach <second enemy character SP reach <third enemy character SP reach <fourth enemy character SP In the order of reach, the expectation of winning the jackpot is set to be high.

Further, in each enemy character SP reach, before the main character fights with the enemy character, an enemy character introduction image showing the enemy character to fight against is displayed on the display screen 50a. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 27 (A-1), in the first enemy character SP reach, the first enemy character introduction image T1 showing the first enemy character is displayed. Further, when the first enemy character introduction image T1 is displayed, the first winning expectation suggestion image X1 showing "winning expectation 1 ★ (one star)" is also displayed. By displaying the first enemy character introduction image T1 and the first winning expectation suggestion image X1, the player can use the enemy character SP reach with the lowest winning expectation among the four types of enemy character SP reach. It makes it easier to understand what is happening.

Further, as shown in FIG. 27 (A-2), in the second enemy character SP reach, the second enemy character introduction image T2 showing the second enemy character is displayed. When the second enemy character introduction image T2 is displayed, the second winning expectation suggestion image X2 showing "winning expectation 2 ★★ (two stars)" is also displayed. By displaying the second enemy character introduction image T2 and the second winning expectation suggestion image X2, the player can see the enemy character SP reach, which has the second lowest winning expectation among the four types of enemy character SP reach. It makes it easier to understand that.

Further, as shown in FIG. 27 (A-3), in the third enemy character SP reach, the third enemy character introduction image T3 showing the third enemy character is displayed. In addition, when the third enemy character introduction image T3 is displayed, the third winning expectation suggestion image X3 showing "winning expectation 3 ★★★ (three stars)" is also displayed. By displaying the third enemy character introduction image T3 and the third winning expectation suggestion image X3, the player can reach the enemy character SP with the second highest expectation of winning among the four types of enemy character SP reach. It makes it easier to understand that.

Further, as shown in FIG. 27 (A-4), in the fourth enemy character SP reach, the fourth enemy character introduction image T4 showing the fourth enemy character is displayed. When the 4th enemy character introduction image T4 is displayed, the 4th winning expectation suggestion image X4 showing "winning expectation 4 ★★★★ (4 stars)" is also displayed. By displaying the 4th enemy character introduction image T4 and the 4th winning expectation suggestion image X4, the player can use the enemy character SP reach with the highest expectation of winning among the 4 types of enemy character SP reach. It makes it easier to understand what is happening.

When each enemy character SP reach is executed, if the main character wins the corresponding enemy character SP reach enemy character, as shown in Fig. 27 (B-1), the main character becomes the enemy character as a battle victory effect. A winning image WI indicating that the player has won is displayed on the display screen 50a. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 27 (C-1), stop display is performed in a jackpot stop mode (for example, "444") in which the effect symbol EZ is doublet. In this way, it is possible to make the player grasp the winning of the jackpot by displaying the winning image WI and the stop display of the effect symbol EZ in the jackpot stop mode.

On the other hand, when the main character is defeated by the enemy character of the corresponding enemy character SP reach, as shown in Fig. 27 (B-2), the defeat image LO showing that the main character is defeated by the enemy character is displayed as a battle defeat production. It is displayed on the display screen 50a. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 27 (C-2), the effect symbol EZ is stopped and displayed in the loss stop mode (for example, “434”). In this way, it is possible to make the player grasp the loss by displaying the defeat image LO and the stop display of the effect symbol EZ in the loss mode.

Here, when the enemy character SP reach is executed, the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL are displayed before the enemy character introduction images T1, T2, T3, and T4 are displayed on the display screen 50a. It has become like. Enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL indicate the title of the enemy character SP reach, and the title (character) makes it easy to understand what kind of Toru character SP reach is started.

Therefore, when the first enemy character SP reach is executed, as shown in FIG. 28 (A), before the first enemy character introduction image T1 (see FIG. 27 (A-1)) is displayed, "the first enemy character SP reach is executed. The first enemy defeat title image TI indicating "1 Defeat the enemy!" Is displayed. By displaying the title image TI for defeating the first enemy, it is possible to make the player strongly aware of the start of the first enemy character SP reach.

Further, when the second enemy character SP reach is executed, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), before the second enemy character introduction image T2 (see FIG. 27 (A-2)) is displayed, "the second enemy character SP reach is executed. The second enemy defeat title image TJ indicating "2 Defeat the enemy!" Is displayed. By displaying the title image TJ for defeating the second enemy, it is possible to make the player strongly aware of the start of the second enemy character SP reach.

Further, when the third enemy character SP reach is executed, as shown in FIG. 30 (A), before the third enemy character introduction image T3 (see FIG. 27 (A-3)) is displayed, "the third enemy character SP reach is executed. The third enemy defeat title image TK indicating "3 Defeat the enemy!" Is displayed. By displaying the title image TK for defeating the third enemy, it is possible to make the player strongly aware of the start of the third enemy character SP reach.

Further, when the fourth enemy character SP reach is executed, as shown in FIG. 31 (A), before the fourth enemy character introduction image T4 (see FIG. 27 (A-4)) is displayed, “the first”. The 4th enemy defeat title image TL indicating "4 Defeat the enemy!" Is displayed. By displaying the fourth enemy defeat title image TL, it is possible to make the player strongly aware of the start of the fourth enemy character SP reach.

By the way, when the enemy character SP reach is executed, the effect of displaying the enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL (predetermined title image) on the display screen 50a has already been commonplace. Therefore, in this embodiment, the title addition effect can be executed in order to enhance the interest in displaying the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL. The title addition effect is an effect that suggests that the expectation of winning the jackpot has increased while letting the player understand the type of the enemy character SP reach. There are two types of title addition effects, the first title addition effect and the second title addition effect, and the difference will be described later.

Specifically, when the first enemy defeat title image TI is displayed, the case where the title addition effect is not executed and the case where the title addition effect is executed will be described with reference to FIG. 28. First, as shown in FIG. 28A, the first enemy defeat title image TI is displayed on the display screen 50a regardless of whether or not the title addition effect is executed. At this time, the characters "Destroy the first enemy!" Shown in the title image TI for defeating the first enemy are black. Then, about 0.5 seconds after the display of the first enemy defeat title image TI is started, the first enemy defeat title image TI glows white for a moment (not shown). After that, when the title addition effect is not executed, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-1), the first enemy defeat title image TI indicating "Destroy the first enemy!", Which is a black character, is displayed again. Will be done. That is, in FIG. 28 (B-1), the same first enemy defeat title image TI as in FIG. 28 (A) is displayed. In this way, if the title addition effect is not executed, it is not suggested that the expectation of winning the jackpot will be high, and the player is simply made to understand that the first enemy character SP reach is started.

On the other hand, a case where the first title addition effect is executed will be described. As shown in FIG. 28 (A), about 0.5 seconds after the display of the first enemy defeat title image TI is started, the first enemy defeat title image TI glows white for a moment (not shown). After that, when the first title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-2), the first indicating the green (first color) character "Destroy the first enemy!" The enemy defeat title image TI is displayed. In addition, the first enemy defeat title image TI indicating "Destroy the first enemy!", Which is a green character, is replaced with "green first enemy defeat title image TIa" or simply "first enemy defeat title image TIa". I will call it and distinguish it. Then, with the start of the display of the first enemy defeat title image TIa, the first sword additional image KFa (hereinafter, "green first sword additional image") showing the green (first color) sword is displayed at the lower right of the display screen 50a. (Also called "KFa") is displayed. In the first sword additional image KFa, not only the sword but also the edges and background of the image are green. This first sword additional image KFa (first additional image) is added to the first enemy defeat title image TIa so that it can be seen that the first enemy defeat title image TIa ("!" Part). It is overlaid from the top. In this way, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-2), when the first title addition effect is executed, the green first sword addition image KFa is displayed together with the green first enemy defeat title image TIa. By doing so, it is possible to understand that the degree of expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than when the title addition effect is not executed.

Next, a case where the second title addition effect is executed will be described. As shown in FIG. 28 (A), about 0.5 seconds after the display of the first enemy defeat title image TI is started, the first enemy defeat title image TI glows white for a moment (not shown). After that, when the second title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-3), the first indicating the red (second color) character "Destroy the first enemy!" The enemy defeat title image TI is displayed. In addition, the first enemy defeat title image TI indicating "Destroy the first enemy!" Which is a red character is "Red first enemy defeat title image TIb" or simply "1st enemy defeat title image TIb". I will call it and distinguish it. Then, with the start of the display of the first enemy defeat title image TIb, the second sword additional image KFb (hereinafter, "red second sword additional image") showing the red (second color) sword is displayed at the lower right of the display screen 50a. (Also called "KFb") is displayed. In the second sword additional image KFb, not only the sword but also the edges and background of the image are red. This second sword additional image KFb (second additional image) is added to the first enemy defeat title image TIb, and the first enemy defeat title image TIb ("!" Part) can be seen. It is overlaid from the top. In addition, the second sword additional image KFb showing the red sword is a larger image than the first sword additional image KFa showing the green sword, and the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than the first sword additional image KFa. It makes it easier to understand that it is expensive. In this way, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-3), when the second title addition effect is executed, the red second sword addition image KFb is displayed together with the red first enemy defeat title image TIb. This makes it possible to understand that the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than when the title addition effect is not executed or when the first title addition effect is executed.

Next, when the second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed, the case where the title addition effect is not executed and the case where the title addition effect is executed will be described with reference to FIG. 29. However, since it is the same as the description of FIG. 28, it will be briefly described below. When the title addition effect is not executed, after the black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed as shown in FIG. 29 (A), the black second is displayed as shown in FIG. 29 (B-1). 2 Enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed again. Further, when the first title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), after the black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed, as shown in FIG. 29 (B-2). The green second enemy defeat title image TJa is displayed, and the green first sword additional image KFa is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), after the black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed, as shown in FIG. 29 (B-3). The red second enemy defeat title image TJb is displayed, and the red second sword additional image KFb is displayed.

Next, based on FIG. 30, when the third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed, the case where the title addition effect is not executed and the case where the title addition effect is executed will be described. However, since it is the same as the description of FIG. 28, it will be briefly described below. When the title addition effect is not executed, after the black third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed as shown in FIG. 30 (A), the black third is displayed as shown in FIG. 30 (B-1). 3 Enemy defeat title image TK is displayed again. Further, when the first title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 30 (A), after the black third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed, as shown in FIG. 30 (B-2). The green third enemy defeat title image TKa is displayed, and the green first sword additional image KFa is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 30 (A), after the black third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed, as shown in FIG. 30 (B-3). The red third enemy defeat title image TKb is displayed, and the red second sword additional image KFb is displayed.

Finally, based on FIG. 31, when the fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed, the case where the title addition effect is not executed and the case where the title addition effect is executed will be described. However, since it is the same as the description of FIG. 28, it will be briefly described below. When the title addition effect is not executed, after the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed as shown in FIG. 31 (A), the black second is displayed as shown in FIG. 31 (B-1). 4 Enemy defeat title image TL is displayed again. Further, when the first title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 31 (A), after the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed, as shown in FIG. 31 (B-2). The green fourth enemy defeat title image TLa is displayed, and the green first sword additional image KFa is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 31 (A), after the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed, as shown in FIG. 31 (B-3). The red fourth enemy defeat title image TLb is displayed, and the red second sword additional image KFb is displayed.

As can be seen from the above explanation, in this embodiment, the default black first enemy defeat title image TI, black second enemy defeat title image TJ, black third enemy defeat title image TK, and black fourth enemy Regardless of which of the defeated title images TL is displayed, the enemy defeated title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL may change to green or red immediately after that. Therefore, when the green enemy defeat title images TIa, TJa, TKa, and TLa are displayed, it is possible to give the player an uplifting feeling due to the high expectation of winning the jackpot. Further, when the red enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, and TLb are displayed, it is possible to give a great uplifting feeling due to the extremely high expectation of winning the jackpot.

Further, in this embodiment, when the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL change to green or red, the sword-added images KFa and KFb corresponding to the changed colors are additionally displayed. Therefore, when the green enemy defeat title images TIa, TJa, TKa, and TLa are displayed, the green first sword additional image KFa of the same color is displayed, and the player wins the jackpot. It is possible to show that the degree of expectation has increased in an easy-to-understand manner. Further, when the red enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, and TLb are displayed, the red second sword additional image KFb of the same color is displayed larger than the first sword additional image KFa. It is possible to show to those who have a very high expectation of winning the jackpot in an easy-to-understand manner.

Here, for the player, when the black first enemy defeat title image TI shown in FIG. 28 (A) and the black second enemy defeat title image TJ shown in FIG. 29 (A) are displayed, there are four types. Of the enemy character SP reach, it is easy to be discouraged because it grasps the start of the first enemy character SP reach and the second enemy character SP reach, which have a relatively low expectation of winning the jackpot. However, in this embodiment, even when the black first enemy defeat title image TI shown in FIG. 28 (A) and the black second enemy defeat title image TJ shown in FIG. 29 (A) are displayed. Immediately after that, as described above, the first title addition effect or the second title addition effect may be executed. In this way, even if the enemy defeat title images TI and TJ, which have a relatively low expectation of winning the jackpot, are displayed, it is expected that the first sword additional image KFa or the second sword additional image KFb will be additionally displayed. It is possible to provide the player with a novel game entertainment. Furthermore, the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher when the red second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed than when the green first sword additional image KFa is additionally displayed. Therefore, it is possible to provide the player with a novel game interest of paying attention to the types of the sword-added images KFa and KFb that are additionally displayed.

Next, the enemy character step-up effect (step-up effect), which is a feature of this embodiment, will be described. The enemy character step-up effect is an effect that shows the player which step from the first step to the fourth step is reached, and the enemy character SP reach is executed according to the reached step. There is. That is, in the enemy character step-up effect, if the first step does not develop into the second step (if the first step remains), the first enemy character SP reach is executed after that. Further, if it develops from the first step to the second step but does not develop from the second step to the third step, the second enemy character SP reach is executed after that. Further, if the process develops from the first step ⇒ the second step ⇒ the third step, but does not develop from the third step to the fourth step, the third enemy character SP reach is executed after that. Further, in the case of developing from the first step ⇒ the second step ⇒ the third step ⇒ the fourth step, the fourth enemy character SP reach is executed after that. In this way, the higher the step, the higher the expectation of winning the jackpot is, and the higher the SP reach is executed, so that the player's expectation can be gradually increased.

In this embodiment, the enemy character step-up effect may be executed after the reach, and when the enemy character step-up effect is executed, any one of the four types of enemy character SP reach is always performed after that. It is supposed to be executed. However, after the enemy character step-up effect is executed, a reach effect other than the enemy character SP reach (for example, story reach or mini character SP reach) may be executed.

Hereinafter, the details of the enemy character step-up effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 32 to 36. When the enemy character step-up effect is executed, the enemy character step-up introduction effect shown in FIG. 32 (A) is executed after the reach. As shown in FIG. 32 (A), in the enemy character step-up introduction effect, the introduction image DN showing the characters of "reference to the enemy character" is displayed on the display screen 50a. With this introductory image DN, it is possible for the player to know that the enemy character step production has started.

After the enemy character step-up introduction effect shown in FIG. 32 (A), the first step background image SU1 is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 32 (B). The first step background image SU1 is a background image showing a blue flame effect, and suggests that the person is staying in the first step. Next, as shown in FIG. 33A, the first enemy character silhouette image T1a is displayed on the display screen 50a. The first enemy character silhouette image T1a is an image showing the silhouette (shadow) of the first enemy character, and suggests that the first enemy character SP reach can be executed while staying in the first step. It is a thing. In this way, by displaying the first step background image SU1 and the first enemy character silhouette image T1a, the player is made to know that he / she is staying in the first step.

Then, after displaying the first enemy character silhouette image T1a shown in FIG. 33 (A), the second step success effect shown in FIG. 33 (B-1) or the second step failure shown in FIG. 33 (B-2). Branch to one of the productions.

In the second step success effect shown in FIG. 33 (B-1), the on-board movable body 55k (first movable body) moves downward from the initial position (position above the display screen 50a), and the display screen is displayed. It moves so as to overlap in the front-rear direction at the upper part of 50a. At this time, the second step background image SU2 is displayed on the display screen 50a as the movable body 55k on the board moves downward. The second step background image SU2 is a background image showing a green flame effect, and suggests that the person is staying in the second step. In this way, by moving the movable body 55k on the board downward and displaying the background image SU2 in the second step, it is possible for the player to know that the development from the first step to the second step has been successful. ..

On the other hand, in the second step failure effect shown in FIG. 33 (B-2), the underboard movable body 56k (second movable body) moves upward from the initial position (position below the display screen 50a). It moves so as to overlap in the front-rear direction at the lower part of the display screen 50a. At this time, as the underboard movable body 56k moves upward, the second step background image SU2 is not displayed on the display screen 50a, and the first enemy character silhouette image T1a remains displayed. become. In this way, by moving the movable underboard 56k upward and maintaining the display of the first enemy character silhouette image T1a, it is possible to make the player understand that the development from the first step to the second step has failed. It is possible. That is, it is possible to make the player know that the first step has been confirmed. After that, the first enemy character SP reach is started, and the first enemy defeat title image TI shown in FIG. 28 (A) is displayed.

Further, after the second step success effect shown in FIG. 33 (B-1), the second enemy character silhouette image T2a is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 34 (A). The second enemy character silhouette image T2a is an image showing the silhouette (shadow) of the second enemy character, and suggests that the second enemy character SP reach can be executed while staying in the second step. It is a thing. Before the second enemy character silhouette image T2a is displayed, the movable body 55k on the board moves upward and returns to the initial position (position above the display screen 50a). In this way, by displaying the second step background image SU2 and the second enemy character silhouette image T2a, the player is made to know that he / she is staying in the second step.

Then, after displaying the second enemy character silhouette image T2a shown in FIG. 34 (A), the success effect of the third step shown in FIG. 34 (B-1) or the failure of the third step shown in FIG. 34 (B-2). Branch to one of the productions.

In the third step success effect shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the movable body 55k on the board moves downward from the initial position (position above the display screen 50a), and moves in the front-rear direction at the upper part of the display screen 50a. Move so that it overlaps with. At this time, the third step background image SU3 is displayed on the display screen 50a as the movable body 55k on the board moves downward. The third step background image SU3 is a background image showing a red flame effect, and suggests that the person is staying in the third step. In this way, by moving the movable body 55k on the board downward and displaying the background image SU3 in the third step, it is possible for the player to know that the development from the second step to the third step has been successful. ..

On the other hand, in the third step failure effect shown in FIG. 34 (B-2), the underboard movable body 56k moves upward from the initial position (position below the display screen 50a) and at the lower part of the display screen 50a. Move so that they overlap in the front-back direction. At this time, as the underboard movable body 56k moves upward, the third step background image SU3 is not displayed on the display screen 50a, and the second enemy character silhouette image T2a remains displayed. become. In this way, by moving the movable underboard 56k upward and maintaining the display of the second enemy character silhouette image T2a, it is possible to make the player understand that the development from the second step to the third step has failed. It is possible. That is, it is possible to make the player understand that the determination has been made in the second step. After that, the second enemy character SP reach is started, and the second enemy defeat title image TJ shown in FIG. 29 (A) is displayed.

Further, after the second step success effect shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the third enemy character silhouette image T3a is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 35 (A). The third enemy character silhouette image T3a is an image showing the silhouette (shadow) of the third enemy character, and suggests that the third enemy character SP reach can be executed while staying in the third step. It is a thing. Before the third enemy character silhouette image T3a is displayed, the movable body 55k on the board moves upward and returns to the initial position (position above the display screen 50a). In this way, by displaying the third step background image SU3 and the third enemy character silhouette image T3a, the player is made to know that he / she is staying in the third step.

Then, after displaying the third enemy character silhouette image T3a shown in FIG. 35 (A), the fourth step success effect shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C), or FIG. 35 (B-2). Branch to any of the third step failure effects shown in.

In the fourth step success effect shown in FIG. 35 (B-1), the underboard movable body 56k moves greatly upward from the initial position (position below the display screen 50a) and moves back and forth at the upper part of the display screen 50a. Move so that they overlap in the direction. At this time, the first screen cracked background image SA1 is displayed on the display screen 50a as the movable body 55k on the board moves upward. The first screen cracked background image SA1 is a background image showing that the screen is starting to crack a little, and is an image different from the image showing the flame effect. Then, following FIG. 35 (B-1), as shown in FIG. 35 (C), the underboard movable body 56k moves slightly downward from the upper part of the display screen 50a, and moves back and forth at the lower part of the display screen 50a. Move so that they overlap in the direction. At this time, the second screen cracked background image SA2 is displayed on the display screen 50a as the movable body 55k on the board moves downward. The second screen cracked background image SA2 is a background image showing that the screen is largely cracked, and is an image different from the image showing the flame effect.

Then, after the fourth step success effect shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C), the fourth step background image SU4 is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 36 (A). To. The fourth step background image SU4 is a background image showing a golden flame effect, and suggests that the person is staying in the fourth step. Before the fourth step background image SU4 is displayed, the underboard movable body 56k moves downward and returns to the initial position (position below the display screen 50a). Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 36B, the fourth enemy character silhouette image T4a is displayed on the display screen 50a. The fourth enemy character silhouette image T4a is an image showing the silhouette (shadow) of the fourth enemy character, and suggests that the fourth enemy character SP reach can be executed while staying in the fourth step. It is a thing. In this way, by displaying the fourth step background image SU4 and the fourth enemy character silhouette image T4a, the player is made to know that he / she is staying in the fourth step. In this way, since the 4th step is the final step in the enemy character step-up effect, the 4th enemy character SP reach is started after that, and the 4th enemy defeat title image TL shown in FIG. 31 (A) is displayed. Is displayed.

On the other hand, in the fourth step failure effect shown in FIG. 35 (B-2), the underboard movable body 56k moves upward from the initial position (position below the display screen 50a) and at the lower part of the display screen 50a. Move so that they overlap in the front-back direction. At this time, as the underboard movable body 56k moves upward, the first screen cracked background image SA1 is not displayed on the display screen 50a, and the third enemy character silhouette image T3a is displayed. Will remain. In this way, by moving the movable underboard 56k upward and maintaining the display of the third enemy character silhouette image T3a, it is possible to make the player understand that the development from the third step to the fourth step has failed. It is possible. That is, it is possible to make the player know that the third step has been confirmed. After that, the third enemy character SP reach is started, and the third enemy defeat title image TK shown in FIG. 30A is displayed.

The enemy character step-up effect of this embodiment described above is different from the conventional step-up effect in the following points. When developing from the first step to the second step (predetermined step) in the enemy character step-up effect, as shown in FIG. 33 (B-1), it corresponds to the second step (staying in the second step). The second step background image SU2 (predetermined step image) is displayed. Similarly, when developing from the second step to the third step (predetermined step), as shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), it corresponds to the third step (suggesting that the person is staying in the third step). ) Third step background image SU3 (predetermined step image) is displayed.

On the other hand, when developing from the third step to the fourth step (specific step), it corresponds to the fourth step as shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 36 (C) (fourth step). The 4th step background image SU4 (see FIG. 36 (A)) is not displayed (suggesting that the person is staying at the step), and the 1st screen cracked background image SA1 (special) that does not correspond to the 4th step is not displayed. Image) and the second screen cracked background image SA2 (special image) are displayed. After that, as shown in FIG. 36 (A), the fourth step background image SU4 corresponding to the fourth step is displayed. In this way, only in the case of developing to the fourth step, the first screen cracked background image SA1 and the second screen cracked background image SA2 are displayed before the fourth step background image SU4 is displayed, so that the player can see the cracked background image SA1. Can give a different impression than the case of developing into the second step and the third step. In particular, since the first screen cracked background image SA1 and the second screen cracked background image SA2 are images that make the visibility of the display screen 50a difficult (or impossible), the image that appears next (fourth step background image SU4). ) Can attract attention. In this way, when developing to the 4th step, a special feeling different from that when developing to the 2nd step and the 3rd step is given to the player, and a great uplifting feeling due to reaching the 4th step is given. Is possible.

Further, in the enemy character step-up effect of this embodiment, any of the cases of developing from the first step to the second step, developing from the second step to the third step, and developing from the third step to the fourth step. Even in this case, the movable body (upper board movable body 55k, lower board movable body 56k) moves. However, when developing to the second step as shown in FIG. 33 (B-1) and developing to the third step as shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the on-board movable body 55k moves downward. While it moves slightly, as shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C), when it develops to the fourth step, the underboard movable body 56k, which is different from the onboard movable body 55k, moves upward. Move a lot. In this way, when developing to the fourth step, as described above, a special background image (first screen cracked background image SA1 and second screen cracked background image SA2) that does not correspond to the developed step is displayed. In addition to the nature, there is also the peculiarity that different movable bodies (underboard movable body 56k) move. Therefore, it is possible to emphasize the peculiarity when developing to the fourth step, and it is possible to give the player a great feeling of exhilaration by reaching the fourth step.

Further, in the enemy character step-up effect of the present embodiment, when developing from the first step to the second step, as shown in FIG. 33 (B-1), the movable body 55k on the board moves slightly downward. Also, when developing from the second step to the third step, as shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the movable body 55k on the board moves slightly downward. Here, the operation mode of the on-board movable body 55k shown in FIG. 33 (B-1) is the same as the operation mode of the on-board movable body 55k shown in FIG. 34 (B-1). It will be referred to as "operation mode". On the other hand, in the case of developing from the third step to the fourth step, first, as shown in FIG. 35 (B-1), the underboard movable body 56k moves significantly upward, and then FIG. 35 (C). As shown in, the underboard movable body 56k moves slightly downward. Thus, the operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C) is different from the successful operation mode of the above-mentioned on-board movable body 55k. We will call it "aspect".

Here, in the special operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k, the underboard movable body 56k moves greatly upward and then slightly moves downward, whereas in the successful operation mode of the onboard movable body 55k, it is movable on the board. Body 55k only moves slightly downwards. Therefore, the movement time of the underboard movable body 56k in the special operation mode is longer than the movement time of the onboard movable body 55k in the successful operation mode. Therefore, when developing to the 4th step, the movement of the movable body (underboard movable body 56k) is shown to the player for a longer period of time than when developing to the 2nd step and the 3rd step. Interest in the appearing image (4th step background image SU4) can be further attracted. In the case of developing to the fourth step, the fourth step background image SU4 is not displayed while the underboard movable body 56k is moving. In this way, when developing to the fourth step, it is possible to further emphasize the peculiarity by not only making the moving movable body different but also lengthening the moving time of the movable body.

Further, in the enemy character step-up effect of this embodiment, regardless of whether the development to the next step is successful or the development to the next step is unsuccessful, the movable body (movable body on the board 55k, The underboard movable body 56k) moves. That is, at the timing when the movable body (upper board movable body 55k, lower board movable body 56k) moves, it is always determined whether or not the development to the next step is successful. Therefore, it is possible to give a great sense of urgency to the movement of the movable body (upper board movable body 55k, lower board movable body 56k) in the enemy character step-up effect.

Specifically, when the development to the second step is successful, and when the development to the third step is successful, as shown in FIGS. 33 (B-1) and 34 (B-1), it is movable on the board. The body 55k moves slightly downward (in a successful motion mode). On the other hand, when the development to the second step fails and the development to the third step fails, as shown in FIGS. 33 (B-2) and 34 (B-2), the board The movable body 56k moves slightly upward. The operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k shown in FIG. 33 (B-2) is the same as the operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k shown in FIG. 34 (B-2). We will call it "aspect". In this way, the success or failure of the development to the second step and the success or failure of the development to the third step are completely linked to the successful operation mode of the on-board movable body 55k and the unsuccessful operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k. Therefore, by making the player pay attention to which of the two operation modes is used, it is possible to enhance the game interest in the enemy character step-up effect.

Then, as described above, when the development to the second step is successful, and when the development to the third step is successful, the movable body that becomes the successful operation mode is the on-board movable body 55k. On the other hand, when the development to the second step fails, or when the development to the third step fails, the movable body that becomes the failed operation mode is the underboard movable body 56k. In this way, by differentiating the movable body (up-board movable body 55k) that becomes the successful operation mode and the movable body (under-board movable body 56k) that becomes the unsuccessful operation mode, the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k Pay attention to which of them starts to move. In this way, it is possible to clearly show the success or failure of the development to the next step (second step, third step) by using two types of movable bodies.

By the way, as described above, when the development to the second step fails, or when the development to the third step fails, as shown in FIGS. 33 (B-2) and 34 (B-2). , The underboard movable body 56k moves slightly upward (in a failed operation mode). Therefore, the player has the impression that if the underboard movable body 56k moves at the turning point of whether or not to develop to the next step (second step, third step), the development to the next step fails. I'm holding you.

However, in the enemy character step-up effect of this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 35 (B-1), after the underboard movable body 56k moves significantly upward, only when the development to the fourth step is successful, As shown in FIG. 35 (C), the underboard movable body 56k moves downward. That is, if the development to the fourth step is successful, the underboard movable body 56k will move, and if the development to the second step up to that point is successful (see FIG. 33 (B-1)), the first step. As in the case of successful development into three steps (see FIG. 34 (B-1)), the movable body 55k on the board does not move.

Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C), for the player who has the impression that the development to the next step fails when the underboard movable body 56k moves. If the development to the fourth step is successful, it is possible to give the surprise that the underboard movable body 56k moves in a special motion mode. In other words, the player is surprised when developing to the fourth step by moving the in-board movable body 56k, which is the unsuccessful operation mode, instead of the on-board movable body 55k, which is the successful operation mode up to that point. It is possible to give to.

In particular, as shown in FIG. 35 (B-2), when the development to the fourth step fails, the underboard movable body 56k is slightly upward from the initial position (position below the display screen 50a). Moving. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 35 (B-1), when the development to the fourth step is successful, the underboard movable body 56k moves greatly upward from the initial position. Therefore, it is common that the underboard movable body 56k starts to move upward from the initial position regardless of whether the development to the fourth step fails or succeeds. Therefore, from the player's point of view, even if the development to the 4th step is successful, the development to the 4th step fails for a moment when the underboard movable body 56k starts to move upward from the initial position. It will make you feel as if you were doing it. Immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 35 (B-1), the underboard movable body 56k largely moves to the upper position of the display screen 50a, so that the player can develop into the fourth step. Make them aware of their success. In this way, the special operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k when the development to the fourth step is successful includes a failure operation mode of the underboard movable body 56k when the development to the fourth step fails. Therefore, it is possible to give the player the impression that the development has failed for a moment, and then give the player a novel game interest of grasping the success of the development.

Next, the enemy character step-up effect and the control for executing the enemy character SP reach will be described. The game control microcomputer 101 refers to the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11 in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process, and refers to the special figure fluctuation pattern P01 showing the SP jackpot fluctuation or the special figure fluctuation pattern P01 showing the SP loss variation. Figure It is assumed that the fluctuation pattern P04 has been determined. In this case, in the reception interrupt process (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 121 includes the special figure fluctuation pattern P01 indicating the SP jackpot fluctuation or the special figure fluctuation pattern P04 indicating the SP loss fluctuation, and the special figure 1 fluctuation start command. To receive. As a result, the effect control microcomputer 121 includes information on the special figure variation pattern P01 indicating the SP jackpot variation or the special figure variation pattern P04 indicating the SP loss variation based on the analysis of the special figure 1 variation start command. If it is determined to be present, the presence or absence of execution of the enemy character step-up effect is determined by lottery with reference to the enemy character step-up effect lottery table shown in FIG. 37. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 acquires an enemy character step-up effect random number, and determines the acquired enemy character step-up effect random number in the enemy character step-up effect lottery table shown in FIG. 37. Decide whether or not to execute the character step-up effect.

In this way, when the effect control microcomputer 121 decides to execute the enemy character step-up effect, if the special figure variation pattern is the special figure variation pattern P01 showing the SP jackpot variation, the jackpot variation pattern shown in FIG. 38 (A) is used. With reference to the enemy character effect content lottery table, any of the variation effect patterns Q1 to Q12 is determined by lottery. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 acquires an enemy character effect content lottery random number, and determines the acquired enemy character effect content lottery random number in the jackpot enemy character effect content lottery table shown in FIG. 38 (A). By doing so, the variation effect pattern is determined.

On the other hand, when the effect control microcomputer 121 decides to execute the enemy character step-up effect, if the special figure variation pattern is the special figure variation pattern P04 showing SP loss variation, the effect control microcomputer 121 is for loss shown in FIG. 38 (B). With reference to the enemy character effect content lottery table, any of the variation effect patterns Q21 to Q32 is determined by lottery. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 acquires an enemy character effect content lottery random number, and determines the acquired enemy character effect content lottery random number in the lost enemy character effect content lottery table shown in FIG. 38 (B). By doing so, the variation effect pattern is determined.

In this way, for example, the effect control microcomputer 121 shows the effect content of the "fourth enemy character SP reach + second sword additional image" with reference to the jackpot enemy character effect content lottery table shown in FIG. 38 (A). It is assumed that the variable effect pattern Q12 has been determined. In this case, when the variation effect start command including the information of the variation effect pattern Q12 is transmitted to the image control board 140, the enemy character step development effect and the fourth enemy character SP reach are displayed on the display screen 50a as follows. It will be executed.

That is, on the display screen 50a, the enemy character step-up introduction effect shown in FIG. 32 (A) is executed after reaching the reach. Subsequently, the first step background image SU1 shown in FIG. 32 (B) is displayed, and the first enemy character silhouette image T1a shown in FIG. 33 (A) is displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 33 (B-1), the success effect of the second step is executed at the branch timing of whether or not to develop into the second step. Subsequently, the second enemy character silhouette image T2a shown in FIG. 34 (A) is displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the success effect of the third step is executed at the branch timing of whether or not to develop into the third step. Subsequently, the third enemy character silhouette image T3a shown in FIG. 35 (A) is displayed. Then, as shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C), the success effect of the fourth step is executed at the branch timing of whether or not to develop into the fourth step. In this way, when the fourth step, which is the final step, is reached, the fourth step background image SU4 shown in FIG. 36 (A) is displayed, and the fourth enemy character silhouette image T4a shown in FIG. 36 (B) is displayed. With the above, the enemy character step development production is completed.

After that, as shown in FIG. 31A, the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed on the display screen 50a. Immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 31 (B-3), the second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed together with the red fourth enemy defeat title image TLb. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 27 (A-4), the fourth enemy character introduction image T4 and the fourth winning expectation suggestion image X4 are displayed. Then, the battle production between the main character and the fourth enemy character is started, and the battle victory production is executed as shown in FIG. 27 (B-1). Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 27 (C-1), stop display is performed in a jackpot stop mode (for example, "444") in which the effect symbol EZ is doublet. The case where the variable effect pattern Q12 is determined among the variable effect patterns Q1 to Q12 and Q21 to Q32 has been described above, but the case where the other variable effect patterns are determined can be understood in the same manner. Omit.

Here, in this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 39, the winning expectation degree for the jackpot when the sword addition image is not displayed in each enemy character SP reach (when the title addition effect is not executed) is set. In addition, when the first sword additional image KFa is displayed in each enemy character SP reach (when the first title additional effect is executed), the winning expectation for the jackpot is set. In addition, when the second sword additional image KFb is displayed in each enemy character SP reach (when the second title additional effect is executed), the winning expectation for the jackpot is set.

As shown in FIG. 39, in the case of the production content of "first enemy character SP reach + second sword additional image", the expectation of winning the jackpot is 70%. In addition, in the case of the production content of "second enemy character SP reach + second sword additional image", the degree of expectation of winning the jackpot is 75%. In this way, in the case of the production content of "1st enemy character SP reach + 2nd sword additional image", or in the case of the production content of "2nd enemy character SP reach + 2nd sword additional image", "4th enemy character" The expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than in either case of the production content of "SP reach + no sword additional image" or the production content of "4th enemy character SP reach + 1st sword additional image". That is, the first enemy defeat title image TI (see FIG. 28 (A)) or the second enemy defeat title image TJ (see FIG. 29 (A)) suggesting that the expectation of winning the jackpot is relatively low is displayed. However, if the second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed (see FIG. 28 (B-3) and FIG. 29 (B-3)), the fourth enemy character SP reach, in which the sword additional image is not displayed, Or, the degree of expectation for a big hit is higher than that of the fourth enemy character SP reach that is displayed by adding the first sword additional image KFa. Therefore, when the second sword additional image KFb is displayed together with the first enemy defeat title image TIb (see FIG. 28 (B-3)), or the second sword additional image KFb is displayed together with the second enemy defeat title image TJb. When this is done (see FIG. 29 (B-3)), it is possible to give the player a great sense of exhilaration due to the extremely high expectation of winning the jackpot.

8. Actions and effects of the first form As described in detail above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present form (first form), when the enemy character step-up effect develops into the second step, FIG. 33 ( As shown in B-1), the second step background image SU2 corresponding to the second step (suggesting that the player is staying in the second step) is displayed on the display screen 50a. Further, when developing to the third step, as shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the display screen 50a corresponds to the third step (suggesting that the user is staying in the third step). The third step background image SU3 is displayed. On the other hand, when developing to the fourth step, the background image SU4 of the fourth step corresponding to the fourth step (suggesting that it is staying in the fourth step) on the display screen 50a (FIG. 36 (A)). (See) is displayed, the first screen crack background image SA1 shown in FIG. 35 (B-1) and the second screen crack background image SA2 shown in FIG. 35 (C) are displayed. Therefore, it is possible to give the player a special feeling when developing to the fourth step, and to provide a novel hobby in the enemy character step-up production.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the fourth step in which the first screen cracking background image SA1 shown in FIG. 35 (B-1) and the second screen cracking background image SA2 shown in FIG. 35 (C) are displayed. Is a higher step than the second and third steps. Therefore, when developing to the fourth step, it is possible to give the player a special feeling as well as an uplifting feeling that the expectation of winning the big hit is high.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when developing into the second step, the second step background image SU2 is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 33 (B-1). , The movable body 55k on the board moves slightly downward. Further, when developing to the third step, as shown in FIG. 34 (B-1), the third step background image SU3 is displayed on the display screen 50a, and the on-board movable body 55k is slightly downward. Moving. On the other hand, when developing to the fourth step, the first screen crack background image SA1 shown in FIG. 35 (B-1) and the second screen crack background image SA2 shown in FIG. 35 (C) are displayed and the board is displayed. The lower movable body 56k moves upward and then moves downward, and then the fourth step background image SU4 shown in FIG. 36 (A) is displayed. In this way, when developing to the fourth step, not only the display timing of the corresponding step background image (fourth step background image SU4) but also the moving movable body is different, so that the player has a greater special feeling. It is possible to hide it. That is, when developing to the fourth step, a movable body (under-board movable body 56k) different from the movable body (up-board movable body 55k) that moves when developing to the second step or the third step moves. At the same time, since the screen cracked images SA1 and SA2 that make the background image difficult to see are displayed, it is possible to give the player a surprise and give the impression that the fourth step is special.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the movement time of the underboard movable body 56k (see FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 36 (C)) in the case of developing into the fourth step is the second step or It is longer than the movement time of the movable body 55k on the board (see FIG. 33 (B-1) or FIG. 34 (B-1)) in the case of developing to the third step. Further, when the moving distance of the underboard movable body 56k (see FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 36 (C)) when developing into the fourth step develops into the second step or the third step, the on-board It is longer than the moving distance of the movable body 55k (see FIG. 33 (B-1) or FIG. 34 (B-1)). Therefore, in that the movement of the movable body is conspicuous, it is possible to make the special feeling when developing in the fourth step more conspicuous.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the fourth step is the final step in the enemy character step-up effect. Therefore, it is possible to give the player who has developed to the fourth step a great sense of accomplishment by being able to reach the final step by the above-mentioned special feeling.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the development to the second step is successful, or when the development to the third step is successful, the on-board movable body 55k moves in a successful operation mode ( See FIGS. 33 (B-1) and 34 (B-1)). On the other hand, when the development to the second step fails, or when the development to the third step fails, the underboard movable body 56k moves in the failed operation mode (FIG. 33 (B-2), FIG. 34). See (B-2)). In this way, the player is made to pay attention to whether the on-board movable body 55k or the under-board movable body 56k operates with respect to the success or failure of the development to the second step and the success or failure of the development to the third step. Therefore, it is possible to make the points of interest easy to understand.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the development to the second step fails or the development to the third step fails, the underboard movable body 56k moves in the failed operation mode. (See FIGS. 33 (B-2) and 34 (B-2)), the player has the impression that it is not preferable for the underboard movable body 56k to move. Then, if the development to the fourth step is successful, the underboard movable body 56k is moved in a special motion mode as shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C). In this way, it is possible to give the player the unexpectedness that the underboard movable body 56k moves instead of the onboard movable body 55k when the fourth step is developed.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the red first enemy defeat title image TIb is displayed in the first enemy character SP reach, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-3), FIG. As shown in 28 (B-2), it is suggested that the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than the case where the green first enemy defeat title image TIa is displayed. Therefore, it is possible for the player to pay attention to the color attached to the title image of defeating the enemy and enhance the interest in the first enemy character SP reach.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-2), when the green first enemy defeat title image TIa is displayed, the first sword additional image KFa is added. When the red first enemy defeat title image TIb is displayed, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-3), the second sword additional image KFb different from the first sword additional image KFa is displayed. It is additionally displayed. In this way, it is possible to entertain the player what kind of additional image (first sword additional image KFa, second sword additional image KFb) is displayed while the enemy defeat title image TI is displayed.

By the way, it may be difficult to understand the high degree of expectation of winning the jackpot only by distinguishing the colors of the green first enemy defeat title image TIa and the red first enemy defeat title image TIb. Therefore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the green first enemy defeat title image TIa is displayed, the green first sword additional image KFa is additionally displayed and is displayed in FIG. 28 (B-3). ), When the red first enemy defeat title image TIb is displayed, the red second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed. In this way, by linking the color attached to the enemy defeat title image TI and the color attached to the sword addition image, the degree of expectation of winning the jackpot suggested during the display of the enemy defeat title image TI can be obtained. It is possible to show it more clearly. In particular, the red second sword additional image KFb is added as a larger image than the green first sword additional image KFa. Therefore, the first enemy defeat title image TIb to which the red second sword additional image KFb is added is more to the jackpot than the first enemy defeat title image TIa to which the green first sword additional image KFa is added. It is possible to clearly show the relationship that the winning expectation is high.

In the above, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-2), the green first sword additional image KFa is additionally displayed in the green first enemy defeat title image TIa, and FIG. 28 (B-3). ), The action and effect of the case where the red second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed on the red first enemy defeat title image TIb and the effect of the red second sword addition image KFb have been described. However, as shown in FIG. 29 (B-2), when the green first sword additional image KFa is additionally displayed in the green second enemy defeat title image TJa, and in FIG. 29 (B-3). As shown, since the action and effect of the case where the red second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed and displayed in the red second enemy defeat title image TJb are the same, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, as shown in FIG. 30 (B-2), when the green first sword additional image KFa is additionally displayed on the green third enemy defeat title image TKa, and in FIG. 30 (B-3). As shown, since the action and effect of the case where the red second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed and displayed in the red third enemy defeat title image TKb are the same, the description thereof will be omitted. Further, as shown in FIG. 31 (B-2), when the green first sword additional image KFa is additionally displayed on the green fourth enemy defeat title image TLa, and in FIG. 31 (B-3). As shown, since the action and effect of the case where the red second sword additional image KFb is additionally displayed and displayed in the red fourth enemy defeat title image TLb are the same, the description thereof will be omitted.

9. Modification example Next, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment will be described. In the description of the modified example, the same components as those of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be appropriately combined and configured. Further, the technical features in the first embodiment and the following modifications can be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in the present specification.

<Second form>
In the first form, for example, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-2), the image additionally displayed to the first enemy defeat title image TIa is a first sword addition image showing a green sword (item). It was KFa. Further, as shown in FIG. 28 (B-3), the image additionally displayed to the first enemy defeat title image TIb was the second sword addition image KFb showing the red sword (item). On the other hand, in the second form, as shown in FIG. 40 (B-2), the image additionally displayed to the first enemy defeat title image TIa is a green "opportunity" character (first character). ) Is the first character additional image MFa (hereinafter, also referred to as "green first character additional image MFa"). In the first character additional image MFa, not only the characters of "opportunity" but also the edges and background of the image are green. Further, as shown in FIG. 40 (B-3), the image additionally displayed to the first enemy defeat title image TIb has a second character added indicating the red "great opportunity" character (second character). It is an image MFb (hereinafter, also referred to as “red second character additional image MFb”). In the second character additional image MFb, not only the characters of "great opportunity" but also the edges and background of the image are red.

Here, comparing the first character addition image MFa shown in FIG. 40 (B-2) and the second character addition image MFb shown in FIG. 40 (B-3), the second character addition image MFb is better. It is larger than the first character additional image MFa. This is because the second character addition image MFb includes the character of "opportunity" shown in the first character addition image MFa as a part as it is, and the first character addition image by the amount of the "large" character. This is because it is larger than MFa. In addition, the character of "great opportunity (great chance)" is a character suggesting that the expectation for a big hit is higher than the character of "opportunity (chance)". In this way, not only the difference between red and green, but also the difference in the number of characters and the content of the characters, the second character additional image MFb has a higher expectation of winning the jackpot than the first character additional image MFa. It is shown that.

Thus, in the second mode, as shown in FIG. 40 (A), when the title addition effect is not executed after the black first enemy defeat title image TI is displayed, it is shown in FIG. 40 (B-1). As such, the black first enemy defeat title image TI is displayed again. Further, when the first title addition effect is executed after the black first enemy defeat title image TI is displayed, the green first enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 40 (B-2). The TIa is displayed, and the green first character additional image MFa (first additional image) is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed after the black first enemy defeat title image TI is displayed, the red first enemy defeat title image is performed as shown in FIG. 40 (B-3). The TIa is displayed, and the red second character additional image MFb (second additional image) is displayed.

Similarly, as shown in FIG. 41 (A), if the title addition effect is not executed after the black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed, as shown in FIG. 41 (B-1). , The black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed again. If the first title addition effect is executed after the black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed, the green second enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 41 (B-2). Along with displaying TJa, the green first character additional image MFa is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed after the black second enemy defeat title image TJ is displayed, the red second enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 41 (B-3). Along with displaying TJb, a red second character additional image MFb is displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 42 (A), if the title addition effect is not executed after the black third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed, the black color is shown in FIG. 42 (B-1). The third enemy defeat title image TK of is displayed again. Further, when the first title addition effect is executed after the black third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed, the green third enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 42 (B-2). Along with displaying TKa, the green first character additional image MFa is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed after the black third enemy defeat title image TK is displayed, the red third enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 42 (B-3). The TKb is displayed, and the red second character additional image MFb is displayed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 43 (A), if the title addition effect is not executed after the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed, the black color is shown in FIG. 43 (B-1). 4th enemy defeat title image TL is displayed again. Further, when the first title addition effect is executed after the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed, the green fourth enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 43 (B-2). Along with displaying TLa, a green first character additional image MFa is displayed. Further, when the second title addition effect is executed after the black fourth enemy defeat title image TL is displayed, the red fourth enemy defeat title image is as shown in FIG. 43 (B-3). The TLb is displayed, and the red second character additional image MFb is displayed.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the second form, as shown in FIG. 40 (B-2), when the green first enemy defeat title image TIa is displayed, the characters "opportunity" are indicated. When the first character additional image MFa is additionally displayed and the red first enemy defeat title image TIb is displayed as shown in FIG. 40 (B-3), the character "great opportunity" is indicated. The second character additional image MFb is additionally displayed. In this way, it is possible to entertain the player as to what kind of character-added image (first character-added image MFa, second character-added image MFb) is displayed while displaying the enemy defeat title image TI. ..

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the second form, as shown in FIG. 40 (B-2), when the green first enemy defeat title image TIa is displayed, the green first character additional image is displayed. When MFa is additionally displayed and the red first enemy defeat title image TIb is displayed as shown in FIG. 40 (B-3), the red second character additional image MFb is additionally displayed. Will be done. In this way, by linking the color attached to the enemy defeat title image TI and the color attached to the character addition image, the degree of expectation of winning the jackpot suggested during the display of the enemy defeat title image TI can be obtained. It is possible to show it more clearly. In particular, the character of "great opportunity" included in the second character addition image MFb includes the character of "opportunity" included in the first character addition image MFa as a part, and the second character addition image MFb is the second character addition image MFb. The image is larger than the one-character additional image MFa. And the character "great opportunity" is also a character (meaning) that suggests that the expectation for a big hit is higher than the character "opportunity". In this way, the case where the second character additional image MFb indicating the red "great opportunity" character is displayed is larger than the case where the first character additional image MFa including the green "opportunity" character is displayed. It is possible to show the relationship that the expectation of winning a big hit is high in an easy-to-understand manner.

<Third form>
In the first embodiment, as shown in FIG. 33 (A), after the first enemy character silhouette image T1a is displayed in the first step, the second step success effect shown in FIG. 33 (B-1) or the figure. It branched to one of the second step failure effects shown in 33 (B-2). On the other hand, in the third mode, as shown in FIG. 44 (A), after the first enemy character silhouette image T1a is displayed in the first step, the second step is successful as shown in FIG. 44 (B-1). In addition to the effect, the second step failure effect shown in FIG. 44 (B-2), the fourth step success effect shown in FIGS. 44 (B-3) (C) may be executed.

In this way, in the third form, it is set so that the step may suddenly develop from the first step to the fourth step without going through the second step and the third step. Therefore, as described above, after the first enemy character silhouette image T1a is displayed in the first step as shown in FIG. 44 (A), the underboard movable body is displayed as shown in FIG. 44 (B-3). 56k moves greatly upward from the initial position (position below the display screen 50a), moves so as to overlap in the front-rear direction at the upper part of the display screen 50a, and the first screen cracked background image on the display screen 50a. SA1 is displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 44 (C), the underboard movable body 56k moves slightly downward from the upper part of the display screen 50a, moves so as to overlap in the front-rear direction at the lower part of the display screen 50a, and the display screen. At 50a, the second screen cracked background image SA2 is displayed. In this way, after the fourth step success effect is executed, the fourth step background image SU4 corresponding to the fourth step is displayed as shown in FIG. 36 (A).

Further, in the third form, it is set so that the step may suddenly develop from the second step to the fourth step without going through the third step. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 45 (A), after the second enemy character silhouette image T2a is displayed in the second step, as shown in FIG. 45 (B-3), the underboard movable body 56k is in the initial position ( It moves greatly upward from the position below the display screen 50a) and moves so as to overlap in the front-rear direction at the upper part of the display screen 50a, and the first screen cracked background image SA1 is displayed on the display screen 50a. .. Then, as shown in FIG. 45 (C), the underboard movable body 56k moves slightly downward from the upper part of the display screen 50a, moves so as to overlap in the front-rear direction at the lower part of the display screen 50a, and the display screen. At 50a, the second screen cracked background image SA2 is displayed. In this way, after the fourth step success effect is executed, the fourth step background image SU4 corresponding to the fourth step is displayed as shown in FIG. 36 (A).

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the third form, there is a case where the first step is suddenly developed to the fourth step, and there is a case where the second step is suddenly developed to the fourth step. Therefore, in these cases, it is possible to give the player a great uplifting feeling and a special feeling that the expectation of winning the jackpot suddenly increases. In particular, when developing from the first step to the fourth step, what is the movable body (the movable body on the board 55k (see FIG. 44 (B-1)) that moves when developing from the first step to the second step? As different movable bodies (underboard movable body 56k (see FIG. 44 (B-3)) move, the first screen crack background image SA1 (see FIG. 44 (B-3)) and the second screen crack background image SA2 (see FIG. 44 (B-3)). (See FIG. 44 (C)), the fourth step background image SU4 shown in FIG. 36 (A) is displayed. Similarly, when developing from the second step to the fourth step, the second step to the fourth step are displayed. A movable body (underboard movable body 56k (see FIG. 45 (B-3)) different from the movable body (upboard movable body 55k (see FIG. 45 (B-1))) that moves when developing into three steps moves. The fourth step background shown in FIG. 36 (A) is passed through the first screen crack background image SA1 (see FIG. 45 (B-3)) and the second screen crack background image SA2 (see FIG. 45 (C)). The image SU4 is displayed. In this way, when the image SU4 suddenly develops to the fourth step, not only the display timing of the corresponding step background image (fourth step background image SU4) but also the moving movable body is different. It is possible to give the player a big special feeling.

<Other variants>
In each of the above forms, the enemy character step-up development effect (step-up effect) is a step-up effect that can be developed from the first step to the fourth step. However, the final step that can be developed is not limited to the fourth step and can be changed as appropriate. Therefore, the final step may be a third step or a fifth step or more. If the final step is reached, the winning of the jackpot may be confirmed.

In each of the above forms, in the enemy character step-up effect, when developing into the second step (predetermined step), the second step background image SU2 (predetermined step image) is displayed (see FIG. 33 (B-1)). When developing to the third step (predetermined step), the background image SU3 (predetermined step image) of the third step is displayed (see FIG. 34 (B-1)), whereas the fourth step (specific step) is displayed. In the case of development, before displaying the fourth step background image SU4 (specific step image) (see FIG. 36 (A)), the screen cracked background images SA1 and S2 (special images) were displayed (FIG. 35 (B-). 1), see FIG. 35 (C)). However, the predetermined step for displaying the predetermined step image is not limited to the second step and the third step, and the specific step for displaying the special image is not limited to the fourth step. Therefore, the specific step may be a step lower than the predetermined step. For example, the specific step for displaying the special image is the second step, and the step for displaying the predetermined step image is the third step. May be. That is, the specific step may be a step that is not the final step.

In each of the above forms, the step-up effect of displaying the screen crack background images SA1 and S2 (special image) when developing into the fourth step (specific step) is an enemy character step-up effect. However, the step-up effect of displaying a special image when developing into a specific step is not limited to the enemy character step-up effect, and can be changed as appropriate. For example, the above-mentioned step-up effect may be a character step-up effect, a story step-up effect, an item step-up effect, or the like.

In each of the above forms, the special images displayed when the enemy character step-up effect develops into the fourth step (specific step) are screen crack images SA1 and SA2 (FIG. 35 (B-1)) that make the background image difficult to see. ), Fig. 35 (C)). However, the special image to be displayed when developing into a specific step is not limited to the screen cracked images SA1 and SA2, and can be appropriately changed. For example, the special image may be a blackout image that makes the background image invisible, or a shake image in which the background image appears to be shaking. That is, the special image can be appropriately changed as long as it is an image that does not indicate to the player that he / she is staying at a specific step (does not make the player aware of it).

In each of the above modes, when the enemy character step-up effect develops into the second step (predetermined step), the second step background image SU2 (predetermined step image) corresponding to the second step is displayed (FIG. 33 (B). -1) See). Further, when developing into the third step (predetermined step), the third step background image SU3 (predetermined step image) corresponding to the third step is displayed (see FIG. 34 (B-1)). However, the predetermined step image to be displayed when developing into a predetermined step is not limited to the image shown in FIG. 33 (B-1) or FIG. 34 (B-1), and corresponds to the predetermined step (predetermined). Any image (suggesting that you are staying at the step) can be changed as appropriate. Therefore, for example, even if an image showing "2" is displayed as a predetermined step image when developing to the second step, and an image showing "3" is displayed as a predetermined step image when developing to the third step. good.

In each of the above forms, when the enemy character step-up effect develops into the fourth step (specific step), the fourth step background image SU4 (specific step image) corresponding to the fourth step is displayed (FIG. 36 (A). )reference). However, the specific step image displayed when developing into a specific step is not limited to the image shown in FIG. 36 (A), and corresponds to the specific step (suggesting that the person stays in the specific step). If it is an image, it can be changed as appropriate. Therefore, for example, when developing to the fourth step, an image showing "4" may be displayed as a specific step image.

In each of the above modes, the movable body 55k (first movable body) on the board moves when it develops into the second step (predetermined step) in the enemy character step-up effect (see FIG. 33 (B-1)). , When developing into the third step (predetermined step), the on-board movable body 55k (first movable body) moves (see FIG. 34 (B-1)), whereas the fourth step (specific step). ), The underboard movable body 56k (second movable body) moved (see FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C)). However, the first movable body when developing into a predetermined step and the second movable body when developing into a specific step are not limited to the on-board movable body 55k and the under-board movable body 56k. If it is a different movable body, it can be changed as appropriate. For example, the first movable body when developing into a predetermined step is a movable body having a function as an operating means that can be operated by the player, and the second movable body when developing into a specific step is a gaming machine. It may be a frame movable body attached to the frame 2, or vice versa. The movable body when developing into a predetermined step and the movable body when developing into a specific step may be the same. In this case, the operation mode of the movable body (predetermined operation mode) when developing into a predetermined step and the operation mode (specific operation mode) of the movable body when developing into a specific step may be different.

In each of the above forms, in the enemy character step-up effect, the movement time of the underboard movable body 56k (second movable body) when developing into the fourth step (specific step) (FIG. 35 (B-1), FIG. 35). (C)) is the movement time of the on-board movable body 55k (first movable body) when developing into the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) (FIG. 33 (B-1)). , See FIG. 34 (B-1)). However, the movement time of the second movable body when developing into a specific step may be set to be the same as or shorter than the moving time of the first movable body when developing into a predetermined step.

In each of the above modes, if the development to the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) is successful in the enemy character step-up effect (step-up effect), the on-board movable body 55k is successfully operated. If it is moved in an embodiment (see FIG. 33 (B-1) and FIG. 34 (B-1)) and the development to the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) fails, the board The movable body 56k was moved in a failed motion mode (see FIGS. 33 (B-2) and 34 (B-2)). However, the step-up effect of moving the movable body in a special motion mode when the development to the predetermined step is successful, and moving the movable body in the failed motion mode when the development to the predetermined step fails is an enemy character step. It is not limited to the up-effect, but can be changed as appropriate. For example, the above-mentioned step-up effect may be a character step-up effect, a story step-up effect, an item step-up effect, or the like.

In each of the above forms, in the enemy character step-up effect, the movable body to be moved when the development to the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) is successful is the on-board movable body 55k (first step). The movable body (movable body), and the movable body to be moved when the development to the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) fails is the underboard movable body 56k (second movable body). .. However, the movable body (first movable body) that moves when the development to the predetermined step succeeds and the movable body (second movable body) that moves when the development to the predetermined step fails are the boards. The upper movable body is not limited to 55k and the lower movable body 56k, and different movable bodies can be appropriately changed. For example, the first movable body that moves when the development to a predetermined step is successful is a movable body that has a function as an operating means that can be operated by the player, and moves when the development to the predetermined step fails. The second movable body may be a frame movable body attached to the gaming machine frame 2, or may have the opposite relationship. The movable body that moves when the development to the predetermined step succeeds and the second movable body that moves when the development to the predetermined step fails may be the same. In this case, the successful operation mode of the movable body that moves when the development to the predetermined step is successful and the failure operation mode of the movable body that moves when the development to the predetermined step fails may be different. ..

In each of the above modes, when the development to the fourth step (specific step) is successful in the enemy character step-up effect, the underboard movable body 56k (second movable body) moves in a special motion mode (Fig.). 35 (B-1), see FIG. 35 (C)). However, the specific step in which the movable body becomes a special operation mode when the development is successful is not limited to the fourth step, and can be changed as appropriate. For example, the specific step may be a lower step than a predetermined step (for example, a third step) in which the movable body becomes a successful operation mode when the development is successful. That is, the specific step does not have to be the final step. The special operation mode is not limited to the operation modes shown in FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C), and the movable body vibrates if the operation mode is different from the successful operation mode and the unsuccessful operation mode. It may be a vibration operation mode in which the movable body rotates, a rotation operation mode in which the movable body rotates, a design formation mode in which the movable body forms a specific design, or the like, and can be appropriately changed. Further, the movable body that is a special operation mode is a movable body that also has a function as an operating means that can be operated by the player, a movable body that also has a function as a speaker 52, and a movable frame provided in the gaming machine frame 2. It may be a body.

In each of the above forms, if the development to the fourth step (specific step) is successful in the enemy character step-up effect, the underboard movable body 56k (second movable body) moves while it moves (FIG. 35 (B). -1), see FIG. 35 (C)), the on-board movable body 55k (first movable body) did not move. However, in the case where the development to the specific step is successful, the second movable body which moves when the development to the predetermined step fails does not move, and the first movement which moves when the development to the predetermined step succeeds. The movable body (movable body on the board 55k) may be moved in a special motion mode different from the successful motion mode. Or, when the development to a specific step is successful, the first movable body (movable body on the board 55k) that moves when the development to the predetermined step is successful, and the movement when the development to the predetermined step fails. The second movable body (underboard movable body 56k) and the second movable body (56k under the board) may be moved in a special operation mode.

In each of the above forms, the success of the on-board movable body 55k (first movable body) when the development to the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) is successful in the enemy character step-up effect. The operation mode was an operation mode in which the movable body 55k on the board slightly moved downward. However, the successful operation mode is not limited to the above-mentioned operation mode, and may be a vibration operation mode in which the movable body vibrates, a rotational movement mode in which the movable body rotates, a design forming mode in which the movable body forms a specific design, or the like. There may be. The movable body that is a successful operation mode is a movable body that also has a function as an operating means that can be operated by the player, a movable body that also has a function as a speaker 52, and a movable frame provided in the gaming machine frame 2. It may be a body.

In each of the above modes, when the development to the second step (predetermined step) or the third step (predetermined step) fails in the enemy character step-up effect, the underboard movable body 56k (second movable body) fails. The operation mode was an operation mode in which the underboard movable body 56k slightly moved upward. However, the failed operation mode is not limited to the above-mentioned operation mode, and may be a vibration operation mode in which the movable body vibrates, a rotational operation mode in which the movable body rotates, a design forming mode in which the movable body forms a specific design, or the like. There may be. The movable body that is in the failed operation mode is a movable body that also has a function as an operating means that can be operated by the player, a movable body that also has a function as a speaker 52, and a movable frame provided in the gaming machine frame 2. It may be a body.

In the first form, in the enemy character SP reach (predetermined reach production), the enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL (predetermined title image) indicating the characters "Destroy the 0th enemy!" Is displayed. , The first sword additional image KFa (first additional image) or the second sword additional image KFb (second additional image) may be additionally displayed (see FIGS. 28 to 31). Further, in the second form, while the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL (predetermined title image) are being displayed, the first character additional image MFa (first additional image) or the second character additional image MFb (second character additional image) is displayed. (Additional image) may be additionally displayed (see FIGS. 40 to 43). However, the predetermined title image to which the first additional image or the second additional image is additionally displayed is not limited to the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL, and is an image showing the title of the predetermined reach effect ( Any image (image showing a character (title) that can recognize the type of predetermined reach effect) can be changed as appropriate. Therefore, the predetermined title image may be, for example, an image showing the title of the story reach effect, or an image showing characters indicating which reach effect (branch effect) the branch was made when branching to a plurality of types of reach effect. ..

In the first form, the first additional image or the second additional image additionally displayed in addition to the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL is the first sword additional image KFa or the second sword additional image KFb. rice field. Further, in the second form, the first additional image or the second additional image additionally displayed in addition to the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL is the first character additional image MFa or the second character additional image MFb. there were. However, the first additional image or the second additional image is not limited to the above-mentioned one, and can be appropriately changed as long as they are different images. For example, the first additional image is an image showing the first character, and the second additional image is an image showing the second character suggesting that the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than that of the first character. Is also good. Further, the first additional image is an image showing the first effect, and the second additional image is an image showing the second effect suggesting that the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than that of the first effect. Is also good.

In the first form, the green (first color) enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa (predetermined title image) is compared with the green (first color) first sword addition image KFa (first addition). Image) was displayed. Further, in the second form, the green (first color) enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa (predetermined title image) is compared with the green (first color) first character addition image MFa (first color). Additional image) was displayed. However, the first color attached to the predetermined title image and the first color attached to the first additional image are not limited to green, and may be blue, purple, red, or the like. It can be changed as appropriate. The color attached to the predetermined title image and the color attached to the first additional image do not have to be the same.

In the first form, the red (second color) enemy defeat title image TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb (predetermined title image) is compared with the red (second color) second sword addition image KFb (second addition). Image) was displayed. Further, in the second form, the red (second color) second character addition image MFb (second color) is obtained with respect to the red (second color) enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, and TLb (predetermined title image). Additional image) was displayed. However, the second color attached to the predetermined title image and the second color attached to the second additional image are not limited to red, but may be gold or rainbow, and may be appropriate. It can be changed. However, in order to make it easy to understand that the second additional image is an image suggesting that the expectation of winning the jackpot is higher than that of the first additional image, the second color is to the jackpot more than the first color. It is good to have a color that suggests that the expectation of winning is high. The color attached to the predetermined title image and the color attached to the second additional image do not have to be the same.

In the first embodiment, after the black enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL (predetermined title images) are displayed as default (FIGS. 28 (A), 29 (A), and 30 (A)). , Figure 31 (A)), when the black enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL is displayed as it is, and when the green enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa and the green first sword are added. There were cases where the image KFa was displayed and cases where the red enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb and the red second sword additional image KFb were displayed. However, by default, the black enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL are not displayed, and the black enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL are suddenly displayed, and the green enemy defeat. The title images TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa and the green first sword additional image KFa are displayed, and the red enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb and the red second sword additional image KFb are displayed. There may be cases where there are cases. In the first form, there are two types of additional images displayed in addition to the predetermined title image: the green first sword additional image KFa and the red second sword additional image KFb. There may be three or more types, or only one type.

In the first form, even if the sword additional images KFa and KFb (additional images) are added to the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL (predetermined title images), the winning of the jackpot is confirmed. I wasn't. However, when the sword addition image is additionally displayed on the enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL (predetermined title image), it may be possible that the winning of the jackpot is confirmed. .. In this case, for example, the rainbow-colored enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL (predetermined title image) is additionally displayed with a rainbow-colored sword-added image, so that the winning of the jackpot is confirmed. You just have to be there.

In the second form, even if the character-added images MFa and MFb (additional images) are added to the enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL (predetermined title images) and displayed, the winning of the jackpot is confirmed. I wasn't. However, if a character-added image is additionally displayed on the enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL (predetermined title image), it may be possible that the winning of the jackpot is confirmed. .. In this case, for example, the rainbow-colored enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL (predetermined title image) is additionally displayed with a rainbow-colored character addition image, so that the winning of the jackpot is confirmed. You just have to be there.

In the second mode, after the black enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL (predetermined title images) are displayed as default (FIGS. 40 (A), 41 (A), 42 (A)). , Fig. 43 (A)), when the black enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL is displayed as it is, and when the green enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa and the green first character are added. There were cases where the image MFa was displayed and cases where the red enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb and the red second character additional image MFb were displayed. However, by default, the black enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL are not displayed, and the black enemy defeat title images TI, TJ, TK, and TL are suddenly displayed, and the green enemy defeat. The title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa and the green first character additional image MFa are displayed, and the red enemy defeat title image TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb and the red second character additional image MFb are displayed. There may be cases where there are cases. In the second form, there are two types of additional images displayed in addition to the predetermined title image: the green first character additional image MFa and the red second character additional image MFb. There may be 3 or more types, or only 1 type.

In the second form, the first character additional image MFa (first additional image) including the character (first character) of "opportunity" is displayed while the green enemy defeat title images TIa, TJa, TKa, and TLa are displayed. Then, while the red enemy defeat title images TIb, TJb, TKb, and TLb were displayed, the second character additional image MFb (second additional image) including the character (second character) of "great opportunity" was displayed. However, the first character included in the first additional image and the second character included in the second additional image are not limited to the above-mentioned characters (“opportunity” and “great opportunity”), and can be changed as appropriate. For example, the first character included in the first additional image may be "hope", the second character included in the second additional character may be "heavenly luck", and the second character is more than the first character. , It is preferable that the character suggests that the expectation of winning the jackpot is high. And, for example, it is more preferable that the second character includes the first character as a part as if the second character is a "great chance" and the first character is a "chance". This is because it is easy to understand that the second character including the first character as a part suggests that the expectation for the jackpot is higher than that of the first character.

In each of the above embodiments, it is configured as a gaming machine (so-called V-probability machine) that is controlled to a high probability state based on the passage into the specific area 16 into the second large winning opening 15. However, it can be configured as a gaming machine in which the transition to the high-probability state is determined only by the type of the winning jackpot (big hit symbol), or to the high-probability state based on the type of the winning jackpot and the gaming state at the time of winning. It may be configured as a gaming machine whose transition is determined. In addition, it is configured as another type of gaming machine, such as a so-called type 1 type 2 mixing machine, type 2 type gaming machine (blade type gaming machine), and a falling machine that falls from a high probability state to a normal probability state by lottery. May be.

In each of the above forms, it was set so that a small hit would not be won in a special symbol lottery. However, there may be a case where a small hit is won, and a small hit game in which the large winning openings (first large winning opening 14 and second large winning opening 15) can be opened may be executed. In the small hit game, the opening time of the large winning opening can be changed as appropriate as long as it is possible to win at least one ball. However, it is desirable to set the total opening time of the big winning opening to 1.8 seconds or less so that an unintended amount of prize balls is not made.

In the first form, the second form, and the modified example, it is configured as a pachinko gaming machine PY1, but it may be configured as a slot machine (rotary drum type gaming machine, pachislot gaming machine). Here, in the case of a slot machine, any type may be used. In the case of a so-called normal machine (A type slot machine) that increases the number of medals earned by winning a big bonus or a regular bonus, the state in which a bonus such as a big bonus or a regular bonus is executed corresponds to a special gaming state. In addition, if it is a so-called ART machine or AT machine that increases the number of medals won during a special game period such as ART (assist replay time) or AT (assist time) that can frequently win small roles, the state during ART or AT. Corresponds to the special gaming state. In addition, in the normal machine, the control conditions for the special game state are a combination of symbols that triggers the transition to the big bonus and regular bonus on the activated winning line after winning the big bonus and regular bonus. It is derived and displayed as the display result of the reel. Further, in the ART machine and the AT machine, the control condition to the special game state is, for example, after winning the execution lottery of the ART or AT, the specified number of games is exhausted, and the activation timing of the ART or AT is reached. be.

10. Inventions Shown in the Above Embodiments The inventions of the following means are shown in the above-mentioned embodiments. In the description of the means described below, the corresponding configuration names and expressions in the above-described embodiment and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the components of each invention are not limited to this appendix.

<Means A>
The invention according to means A1 is
Display means (image display device 50) and
In a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) equipped with an effect control means (microcomputer 121 for effect control) capable of executing a step-up effect (enemy character step-up effect) that can be developed over a plurality of steps.
The effect control means is
When the step-up effect develops into a predetermined step (second step, third step), the display means displays a predetermined step image (second step background image SU2, third step background) corresponding to the predetermined step. Display image SU3) and display
When the step-up effect develops into a specific step (fourth step), the specific step is displayed before the specific step image (fourth step background image SU4) corresponding to the specific step is displayed on the display means. It is a gaming machine characterized by displaying a special image (first screen cracked background image SA1, second screen cracked background image SA2) different from the image (see FIGS. 35 (B-1) and 35 (C)). ..

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the step-up effect develops into a predetermined step, the predetermined step image is displayed on the display means. On the other hand, in the step-up effect, when developing into a specific step, a special image is displayed before the specific step image is displayed on the display means. Therefore, it is possible to give the player a special feeling when developing into a specific step, and to provide a novel hobby in the step-up production.

The invention according to means A2 is
In the gaming machine described in means A1,
The specific step (fourth step) is a gaming machine characterized in that it is a step higher than the predetermined step (second step, third step).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the player develops into a specific step higher than a predetermined step, it is possible to give the player a special feeling as well as an uplifting feeling that the winning expectation is high.

The invention according to means A3 is
In the gaming machine according to means A1 or means A2,
The first movable body (movable body on the board 55k) that can be moved,
It is equipped with a second movable body (movable body under the board 56k) that can be moved.
The effect control means is
When developing into the predetermined step (second step, third step), the first movable body is moved.
It is a gaming machine characterized by moving the second movable body when developing into the specific step (fourth step).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the game develops into a predetermined step, the predetermined step image is displayed and the first movable body moves. On the other hand, when developing into a specific step, the specific step image is displayed via the special image and the second movable body moves. In this way, when developing into a specific step, not only the display timing of the corresponding step image but also the moving movable body is different, so that it is possible to give the player a greater special feeling.

The invention according to means A4 is
In the gaming machine described in means A3,
The effect control means is
The movement time of the second movable body when developing into the specific step is made longer than the moving time of the first movable body when developing into the predetermined step (FIG. 35 (B-1). It is a gaming machine characterized by (see FIG. 35 (C)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the movement time of the second movable body when developing into a specific step is longer than the moving time of the first movable body when developing into a predetermined step. Therefore, it is possible to make the special feeling when developing into a specific step more conspicuous.

The invention according to means A5 is
In the gaming machine according to means A3 or means A4.
The effect control means is
It is a gaming machine characterized in that while it is possible to develop to the specific step (fourth step) in the step-up effect, it does not develop to a step higher than the specific step.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the specific step is the final step in the step-up effect. Therefore, it is possible to give a player who has developed to a specific step a great sense of accomplishment by reaching the final step by a special feeling.

By the way, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-136951, it is possible to execute a step-up effect that can be developed over a plurality of steps. However, in this step-up effect, when developing to the next step, only the image corresponding to the next step is switched and displayed, and there is no surprise when developing to the next step. Therefore, there was room for improvement in the interest in the step-up production. Therefore, the inventions according to the means A1 to A5 correspond to the specific step by the display means when the game machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-13951 develops into a specific step in the step-up effect. The difference is that a special image different from the specific step image is displayed before the specific step image is displayed. This makes it possible to solve the problem of providing a gaming machine capable of providing a novel hobby in a step-up effect (playing an action effect).

<Means B>
The invention according to means B1 is
Movable movable body (upper board movable body 55k, lower board movable body 56k),
In a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) equipped with an effect control means (microcomputer 121 for effect control) capable of executing a step-up effect (enemy character step-up effect) that can be developed over a plurality of steps.
The effect control means is
In the step-up effect, when the development to a predetermined step (second step, third step) is successful, the movable body is moved in a successful operation mode (FIG. 33 (B-1), FIG. 34 (B). -1)), when the development to the predetermined step fails, the movable body is moved in a failed operation mode (see FIGS. 33 (B-2) and 34 (B-2)). It is a game machine to play.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, whether or not the development to the predetermined step is successful depends on whether the movable body moves in the successful operation mode or the unsuccessful operation mode. In this way, by completely linking the success or failure of the development to the predetermined step and the operation mode of the movable body, it is possible to give a sense of urgency to the success or failure of the development to the predetermined step, and enhance the interest in the step-up production. It is possible.

The invention according to means B2 is
In the gaming machine described in means B1,
The movable body includes a first movable body (on-board movable body 55k) and a second movable body (under-board movable body 56k).
The effect control means is
In the step-up effect, when the development to the predetermined step is successful, the first movable body is moved in a successful operation mode (the on-board movable body 55k is slightly moved downward), while the predetermined step. It is a gaming machine characterized by moving the second movable body in a failed operation mode (moving the underboard movable body 56k slightly upward) when the development to the above fails.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the development to the predetermined step is successful, the first movable body moves in the successful operation mode, while when the development to the predetermined step fails, the second movable body is moved. The movable body moves in a failed motion mode. In this way, the player is made to pay attention to whether the first movable body or the second movable body operates depending on the success or failure of the development to the predetermined step, and it is possible to make the point of interest easy to understand. be.

The invention according to means B3 is
In the gaming machine described in means B2,
The step-up effect has a specific step (fourth step) higher than the predetermined step (second step, third step).
The effect control means is
When the development to the specific step is successful, at least one of the first movable body or the second movable body (underboard movable body 56k) is specially different from the successful operation mode and the failure operation mode. It is a gaming machine characterized in that it is moved in an operating mode (see FIG. 35 (B-1) ⇒ FIG. 35 (C) in which the underboard movable body 56k is moved upward and then downward).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when developing into a specific step higher than a predetermined step, at least one of the first movable body and the second movable body moves in a special operation mode. Therefore, it is possible to give a player who has developed to a specific step a special feeling as well as an uplifting feeling that the winning expectation is high.

The invention according to means B4 is
In the gaming machine described in means B3,
The effect control means is
When the development to the specific step (fourth step) is successful, the second movable body (under-board movable body 56k) is moved without moving the first movable body (on-board movable body 55k). It is a gaming machine characterized by being moved in the special operation mode (see FIG. 35 (B-1) ⇒ FIG. 35 (C)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the development to the predetermined step fails, the second movable body moves in the failed motion mode. Therefore, for the player, the second movable body moves. It gives the impression that it is not desirable. Then, when developing into a specific step higher than a predetermined step, the second movable body moves in a special motion mode. In this way, when it develops into a specific step, it is possible to give the player the unexpectedness that the second movable body moves instead of the first movable body.

The invention according to means B5 is
In the gaming machine according to means B3 or means B4,
The effect control means is
It is a gaming machine characterized in that while it is possible to develop to the specific step (fourth step) in the step-up effect, it does not develop to a step higher than the specific step.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the specific step is the final step in the step-up effect. Therefore, the player who has developed into a specific step is given a special feeling that at least one of the first movable body or the second movable body moves in a special motion mode, and a great achievement is achieved by reaching the final step. It is possible to give a feeling.

By the way, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-136951, it is possible to execute a step-up effect that can be developed over a plurality of steps. However, in this step-up effect, if the development to the next step is successful, an image suggesting that the development to the next step is successful is displayed, and if the development to the next step fails. Only displays an image suggesting that the evolution to the next step has failed. Therefore, the player is made to pay attention only to what kind of image is displayed with respect to the success or failure of the development to the next step, and lacks a sense of urgency. Therefore, there was room for improvement in the interest in the step-up production. Therefore, the invention according to the means B1 to B5 moves the movable body in a successful operation mode with respect to the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2010-13951 when the development to a predetermined step is successful in the step-up effect. On the other hand, the difference is that the movable body is moved in the failed motion mode when the development to the predetermined step fails. This makes it possible to solve the problem of providing a gaming machine capable of enhancing the interest in the step-up production (playing an action effect).

<Means C>
The invention according to means B1 is
Equipped with an effect control means (microcomputer 121 for effect control) capable of executing a predetermined reach effect (enemy character SP reach).
The effect control means is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) capable of displaying a predetermined title image (enemy defeat title image TI, TJ, TK, TL) indicating the title of the predetermined reach effect during execution of the predetermined reach effect. ),
The effect control means may include a case where the predetermined title image is provided with a first color (green) and a case where the predetermined title image is provided with a second color (red) different from the first color.
The predetermined title image with the second color (red enemy defeat title image TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb) is the predetermined title image with the first color (green enemy defeat title image TIa, It is a gaming machine characterized by suggesting that the winning expectation is higher than that of TJa, TKa, TLa).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, in the predetermined reach effect, when the predetermined title image is given the second color, the winning expectation is higher than when the predetermined title image is given the first color. It suggests that it is high. Therefore, it is possible for the player to pay attention to the color attached to the predetermined title image and enhance the interest in the predetermined reach production.

The invention according to the means C2 is
In the gaming machine described in means C1,
The effect control means is
While the predetermined title image (green enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa) to which the first color is attached is displayed, the first additional image (first sword additional image KFa, first character additional image) is displayed. While displaying MFa),
While the predetermined title image (green enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa) to which the second color is attached is displayed, a second additional image (second sword additional image) different from the first additional image is displayed. It is a gaming machine characterized by displaying KFb, a second character additional image MFb).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the first is to provide a novel interest that additional images (first additional image, second additional image) are additionally displayed while the predetermined title image is displayed. The first additional image is displayed while the colored predetermined title image is displayed, while the second additional image different from the first additional image is displayed while the predetermined title image with the second color is displayed. Is displayed. Therefore, it is possible to entertain the player with what kind of additional image is displayed while the predetermined title image is being displayed.

The invention according to the means C3 is
In the gaming machine described in means C2,
The first color (green) is attached to the first additional image (first sword additional image KFa, first character additional image MFa).
The second additional image (second sword additional image KFb, second character additional image MFb) is a gaming machine characterized in that the second color (red) is attached to the second additional image (second sword additional image KFb, second character additional image MFb).

It may be difficult to understand the high degree of expectation of winning only by distinguishing the colors attached to the predetermined title image. Therefore, according to the gaming machine having this configuration, while the predetermined title image with the first color is displayed, the first additional image with the first color is displayed, while the second color is added. While the predetermined title image is being displayed, the second additional image with the second color is displayed. In this way, by linking the color attached to the predetermined title image and the color attached to the additional image, it is possible to show the winning expectation suggested during the display of the predetermined title image in an easy-to-understand manner. be.

The invention according to the means C4 is
In the gaming machine according to means C2 or means C3.
The first additional image (first character additional image MFa) is an image including the first character (“opportunity”).
The second additional image (second character additional image MFb) is a gaming machine characterized by being an image including a second character (“great opportunity”) different from the first character.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, while the predetermined title image with the first color is displayed, the first additional image including the first character is displayed, while the predetermined title image with the second color is displayed. A second additional image including the second character is displayed during the display of. Therefore, it is possible to entertain the player with what kind of characters are included in the additional image added during the display of the predetermined title image.

The invention according to the means C5 is
In the gaming machine described in means C4,
The second character (“great opportunity”) is a gaming machine characterized by including the first character (“opportunity”) as a part.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the second character included in the second additional image includes the first character included in the first additional image as a part. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the relationship that the display of the second additional image suggests that the winning expectation is higher than the case where the first additional image is displayed. Is.

By the way, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2018-043099, when the enemy character SP reach (predetermined reach production) that fights against a predetermined enemy character is started, "Destroy the predetermined enemy character" by the display means. A predetermined title image indicating the title is displayed. This makes it easier for the player to know that the enemy character SP reach that fights against a predetermined enemy character is started among various types of reach effects. However, displaying a predetermined title image during execution of a predetermined reach effect is already a common effect. Therefore, there was room for improvement in improving the interest in the predetermined reach production. Therefore, the inventions relating to the means C1 to C5 are for the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2018-043099, in the case where the effect control means adds the first color to the predetermined title image and the first color to the predetermined title image. There are cases where a second color different from the above is applied, and it is suggested that the predetermined title image with the second color has a higher expectation of winning than the predetermined title image with the first color. Is different. This makes it possible to solve the problem of providing a gaming machine capable of enhancing the interest in a predetermined reach production (playing an action effect).

50 ... Image display device 55k ... On-board movable body 56k ... Under-board movable body 121 ... Production control microcomputer PY1 ... Pachinko game machine SU2 ... Second step background image SU3 ... Third step background image SU4 ... Fourth step background image SA1 ... 1st screen cracked background image SA2 ... 2nd screen cracked background image TI, TJ, TK, TL ... Enemy defeat title image TIa, TJa, TKa, TLa ... Green enemy defeat title image TIb, TJb, TKb, TLb ... Red Enemy defeat title image KFa ... 1st sword additional image KFb ... 2nd sword additional image MFa ... 1st character additional image MFb ... 2nd character additional image

Claims (5)

Movable movable body and
In a gaming machine provided with an effect control means capable of executing a step-up effect that can be developed over a plurality of steps.
The effect control means is
In the step-up effect, when the development to the predetermined step is successful, the movable body is moved in the successful motion mode, while when the development to the predetermined step fails, the movable body is moved in the failed motion mode. A gaming machine characterized by letting you do it. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The movable body includes a first movable body and a second movable body.
The effect control means is
In the step-up effect, when the development to the predetermined step is successful, the first movable body is moved in a successful operation mode, while when the development to the predetermined step fails, the second movable body is moved. A gaming machine characterized in that the body is moved in a failed motion mode. In the gaming machine according to claim 2,
The step-up effect has a specific step higher than the predetermined step.
The effect control means is
If the development to the specific step is successful, moving at least one of the first movable body or the second movable body in a special operation mode different from the successful operation mode and the failure operation mode. A featured gaming machine. In the gaming machine according to claim 3,
The effect control means is
A gaming machine characterized in that, when the development to the specific step is successful, the second movable body is moved in the special operation mode without moving the first movable body. In the gaming machine according to claim 3 or 4.
The effect control means is
A gaming machine characterized in that it is possible to develop to the specific step in the step-up effect, but it does not develop to a step higher than the specific step.

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