JP2022124220A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To suppress the decline in interest.SOLUTION: A game state includes a non-time-saving state and a time-saving state in which a degree of advantage regarding entry of game balls to a second start port is higher than that in the non-time-saving state. A main CPU can execute: a first process in which a variation pattern is determined on the basis of a variation pattern table determined after a type of the variation pattern table is determined on the basis of winning-related information and game state information; and a second process in which a mode control command is output to a sub CPU on the basis of the winning-related information and the game state information. In the second process, the main CPU outputs different mode control commands to a sub CPU depending on which case the game state information is, of first specific information in which the non-time-saving state can be specified and second specific information in which the time-saving state can be specified, regardless of that the winning-related information is the same or not. The sub CPU executes a process related to execution of a performance on the basis of the mode control command input from the main CPU.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 11

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

Conventionally, in pachinko gaming machines, for example, like the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, by becoming a big hit, a specific state (an example) that is advantageous compared to a non-specific state (a first game state as an example) as a second game state). And today, there are machines that are configured to be able to shift from a non-specific state to a specific state even if a big hit is not achieved.

JP 2019-115547 A

It is desired to suppress the decline in interest by making it easier to play a game suitable for each game state in such a gaming machine that is configured so that the game state can be changed even if it does not result in a big win. there is

A gaming machine that solves the above problems is a gaming machine in which a winning result is derived in a variable game when a winning lottery is won, and a winning game is started after the variable game is completed, and a specific start winning having a variable member. main control means capable of executing various processes including processes related to the game state; storage means capable of storing information; and a secondary control means, wherein the game state includes a non-specific state and a specific state in which the game ball enters the specific start winning hole with a higher advantage than the non-specific state. controlled to the specific state based on winning in the winning lottery, and controlled to the specific state based on the establishment of a predetermined condition even if the winning lottery does not win. The information stored in the storage means includes predetermined information based on winning in the winning lottery and specific information based on the gaming state, and the specific information includes: First specific information that can identify the non-specific state and second specific information that can identify the specific state are included, and the main control means controls the predetermined information and the specific information A first process for determining a variation pattern based on the determined variation pattern table after determining the type of variation pattern table based on, and a specific control command to the sub control means based on the predetermined information and the specific information and, in the second process, the main control means, even if the predetermined information is the same, when the specific information is the first specific information, and when the The specific control command different from when the specific information is the second specific information is output to the sub control means, and the sub control means outputs the effect based on the specific control command input from the main control means. The gist is to execute processing related to the execution of

In the non-specific state, the game machine is controlled to the specific state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition even if the winning lottery is not won, and the winning lottery is not won. In this case, the results derived in the variation game may include a non-specified result and a specified result, and the predetermined condition may be satisfied by deriving the specified result in the variation game.

The gaming machine is provided with a non-specific starting winning hole and a large winning hole that allows game balls to enter in the winning game, and the non-specific starting winning hole is arranged in a non-specific area of the game board. On the other hand, the specific start winning opening and the big winning opening are arranged in a specific area of the game board, and the non-specific state is the gaming state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the non-specific area. On the other hand, the specific state is the game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the specific area, and in the processing related to the execution of the effect, the sub control means wins the winning lottery. When controlled to the specific state based on, a predetermined effect is executed to prompt the game ball to flow down to the specific area in the wake of the derivation of the winning result, and a winning lottery is won in the winning lottery. When the specific state is controlled based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, the predetermined effect may be executed upon input of the specific specific control command.

ADVANTAGE OF THE INVENTION According to this invention, the fall of interest can be suppressed.

The perspective view which shows a pachinko game machine typically. The front view which shows a game board typically. The schematic diagram which shows the passage of a game ball. Explanatory drawing which shows an example of the kind of game state. Explanatory drawing which shows an example of the kind of big hit. A block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko game machine. Flowchart showing a special symbol start process. Flowchart showing a special symbol start process. 4 is a flowchart showing state setting processing; Flowchart showing a special symbol end process. Explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern table and a control command. Explanatory drawing which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern table and a control command. (a) to (e) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of types of variation patterns. (a) to (c) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of types of variation patterns. The timing chart which shows an example when a game state transfers. The timing chart which shows an example when a game state transfers. The timing chart which shows an example when a game state transfers. The timing chart which shows an example when a game state transfers. The timing chart which shows an example when a game state transfers. (a) to (d) are timing charts showing an example of intervals between fluctuations when the game state transitions based on the derivation of the chance symbol and when the game state does not transition. (a) to (c) are timing charts showing an example of an effect executed when the game state transitions based on the derivation of the chance symbol and when the game state does not transition. The timing chart which shows an example when the game state changes in 2nd Embodiment. The timing chart which shows an example when the game state changes in 2nd Embodiment.

(First embodiment)
A first embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below. In the following description, up, down, left, right, front (front), and back (back) indicate respective directions when viewed from the player.

As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko gaming machine 10, which is an example of gaming machines, includes a frame 11. As shown in FIG. The frame body 11 includes an installation frame for fixing the pachinko game machine 10 to an island facility such as a game parlor, and a mounting frame for mounting various game components. The pachinko game machine 10 has a game board YB. A game board YB is mounted on the frame 11 . The pachinko game machine 10 has a shooting handle HD. In the pachinko game machine 10, a game ball as a game medium is shot with an intensity corresponding to the amount of operation (rotation amount) of the shooting handle HD. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game ball is shot with the adjusted shooting intensity by adjusting the shooting intensity by operating the shooting handle HD.

A pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a decoration lamp LA. The decoration lamp LA executes an effect (hereinafter referred to as a light emission effect) of lighting, blinking, and extinguishing the built-in light emitter. The decorative lamp LA is provided on the frame 11 as an example. A pachinko game machine 10 includes a speaker SP. The speaker SP executes effects (hereinafter referred to as voice effects) for outputting sounds such as human and animal voices, sound effects, and music. Speaker SP is provided in frame 11 as an example.

As shown in FIG. 2, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first special symbol display portion 13a and a second special symbol display portion 13b as display portions capable of displaying a special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a special game). . A special game corresponds to a variable game. The special symbol variation game includes a first special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a first special game) and a second special symbol variation game (hereinafter referred to as a second special game). In the first special game, the predetermined symbols are variably displayed, and finally the first special symbol, which is an example of the special symbols, is fixed and stopped. In the second special game, predetermined symbols are variably displayed, and finally the second special symbol, which is an example of special symbols, is fixed and stopped. The special symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of a big win lottery, which is an example of a winning lottery. The first special symbol display section 13a displays the first special game. The second special symbol display portion 13b displays a second special game. In this specification, "variable display" means a state in which the type of displayed pattern changes with the lapse of time. In this specification, the term "determined stop display" means a state in which the symbol is definitely stopped and displayed, and the type of displayed symbol does not change. With respect to the symbols, "determined stop display" and "derivation" have the same meaning. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the second special game is preferentially executed over the first special game. The first special game and the second special game are not run concurrently.

The special symbols include a big-hit symbol that is an example of a big-hit display result and a non-big-hit symbol that is an example of a non-big-hit display result. The jackpot pattern corresponds to a winning result. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, a big win pattern is derived in a special game, and after the end of the big win special game, a big win game, which is an example of a winning game, is generated (given). In this embodiment, winning a big win in a big win lottery corresponds to winning a win in a winning lottery. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 derives a winning result in a special game when winning is won in a winning lottery. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a winning game is started after the end of the special game from which the winning result was derived. The non-jackpot symbols include losing symbols and chance symbols. Lost symbols correspond to non-specific results. A chance pattern corresponds to a specific result. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is not won in a big win lottery, either a lost symbol or a chance symbol is derived in a special game. In this way, the result derived in the special game when the big win lottery is not won includes the losing symbol and the chance symbol.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a first special reservation display section 13c. The first special pending display unit 13c indicates the number of first special games (hereinafter referred to as the first special pending number) whose execution is suspended because the starting condition has been met but the execution condition has not yet been met. Display identifiable information. The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a second special reservation display section 13d. The second special pending display unit 13d indicates the number of times the execution of the second special game is suspended because the starting condition is met but the execution condition is not yet met (hereinafter referred to as the second special pending number). Display identifiable information. For example, the upper limits of the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are 4, respectively.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal symbol display section 13e. The normal symbol display portion 13e displays a normal game. In the normal game, predetermined symbols are variably displayed, and finally the normal symbols are fixed and stopped. The normal symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of the normal lottery. The normal pattern includes a normal winning pattern and a normal losing pattern. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a normal winning pattern is won in a normal lottery, a normal winning pattern is derived in a normal game, and a normal winning game is generated (provided) after the normal winning game is finished. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal hold display section 13f. The normal pending display portion 13f displays information that can specify the number of normal games whose execution is suspended because the starting condition is met but the execution condition is not yet met (hereinafter referred to as the normal pending number). do. For example, the upper limit of the number of normal reservations is four.

On the front side of the game board YB provided in the pachinko game machine 10, a game area YBa is formed in which game balls, which are an example of game media, flow down. The game board YB has an opening window YBb formed substantially in the center thereof when viewed from the front. A center frame W with various designs is attached to the opening window YBb. The pachinko game machine 10 includes an effect display device EH. The effect display device EH has an image display section GH capable of displaying an image. The image display unit GH is, for example, a liquid crystal panel, an organic EL panel, or the like. The effect display device EH is mounted on the game board YB so that the image display area of the image display unit GH can be visually recognized through the opening window YBb (center frame W) of the game board YB when viewed from the front. ing. The effect display device EH executes an effect (hereinafter referred to as a display effect) of displaying a predetermined character or an image simulating a letter.

In this embodiment, the effect display device EH, the decorative lamp LA, and the speaker SP are effect devices that execute effects, respectively, and constitute a effect device group DE that is an example of effect execution means. The effect executing means is not limited to including all of the effect display device EH, the decorative lamp LA, and the speaker SP, and may be composed of one or a plurality of effect devices that can be arbitrarily selected from among these effect devices. .

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a first starting opening 15 corresponding to a first starting winning opening as an example of a winning opening. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a first starting sensor SE1 that detects a game ball entering the first starting hole 15 (shown in FIG. 6). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the condition for starting the first special game can be established, and the condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The first starting port 15 is always open so that game balls can enter. The first starting opening 15 corresponds to a non-specific starting winning opening.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a second starting opening 16 corresponding to a second starting winning opening as an example of a winning opening. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a second starting sensor SE2 for detecting a game ball entering the second starting hole 16 (shown in FIG. 6). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the second start sensor SE2, the condition for starting the second special game can be established, and the condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The second starting port 16 has a normal variable member 17 that can operate between an open state in which a game ball can enter the second starting port 16 and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter the second starting port 16. have. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal solenoid SL1 as an example of means for operating the normal variable member 17 (shown in FIG. 6). Ordinary variable member 17 is operated in an open state in an ordinary winning game. Thus, the second starting port 16 has a variable member. The second starting opening 16 corresponds to a specific starting winning opening.

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a large winning opening 18 corresponding to a special winning opening as an example of a winning opening. The pachinko game machine 10 has a special variable member 19 operable between an open state in which a game ball can enter the big prize winning port 18 and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter the big prize winning port 18.例文帳に追加The pachinko game machine 10 includes a special solenoid SL2 as an example of means for operating the special variable member 19 (shown in FIG. 6). The special variable member 19 is operated in an open state in the big hit game. That is, the big winning opening 18 allows entry of game balls in the big winning game.

As shown in FIG. 3, on the back side of the game board YB, a passage 20 is formed for guiding the game ball entering the big winning hole 18 to the outside. The passages 20 include an inflow passage 20a into which game balls flow from the big winning port 18, and special passages 20b and non-special passages 20c as passages branching from the inflow passage 20a. Hereinafter, a portion where the inflow passage 20a branches into the special passage 20b and the non-special passage 20c will be referred to as a branch portion 20d. The pachinko game machine 10 has a specific variable member 21 . The specific variable member 21 is configured to be capable of distributing a game ball that enters the big winning opening 18 and reaches the branch portion 20d to either the special passage 20b or the non-special passage 20c. Specifically, the specific variable member 21 can operate at a first position P1 that distributes game balls to the non-special passage 20c and a second position P2 that distributes game balls to the special passage 20b. Then, when the specific variable member 21 is at the first position P1, the game ball that has reached the branch portion 20d flows into the non-special passage 20c and is distributed to the non-special passage 20c. When the specific variable member 21 is at the second position P2, the game ball that has reached the branch portion 20d flows into the special passage 20b and is distributed to the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, distributing the game balls to the special path 20b corresponds to distributing the game balls to the special area. Moreover, in this embodiment, distributing game balls to the non-special path 20c corresponds to distributing game balls to the non-special area. Therefore, the specific variable member 21 corresponds to a sorting means capable of sorting the game ball entering the big winning hole 18 to either the special area or the non-special area. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a specific solenoid SL3 as an example of means for operating the specific variable member 21 (shown in FIG. 6).

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a special winning sensor SE3 for detecting a game ball entering a big winning hole 18.例文帳に追加The special winning sensor SE3 is provided on the inflow passage 20a. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the special prize winning sensor SE3, a payout condition for a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a specific sensor SE4 for detecting game balls passing through the special passage 20b. The specific sensor SE4 is provided on the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, allocating game balls to the special passage 20b corresponds to allocating game balls to the special area. Further, in this embodiment, the specific sensor SE4 realizes a function as detecting means for detecting game balls distributed to the special area. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the specific sensor SE4, a condition for awarding a privilege is established. That is, the privilege is provided based on the detection of the game ball by the specific sensor SE4. In this embodiment, a privilege is provided by controlling to a high probability state (so-called probability variation state).

The pachinko game machine 10 has a gate 25. - 特許庁The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal starting sensor SE5 for detecting game balls passing through the gate 25 (shown in FIG. 6). The pachinko game machine 10 is configured such that when a game ball is detected by the normal start sensor SE5, the condition for starting the normal game can be satisfied, but the payout condition for the prize ball is not satisfied. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal prize winning port 26 as an example of a prize winning port. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal winning sensor (not shown) for detecting a game ball entered into the normal winning hole 26 . In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the normal prize winning sensor, a payout condition for a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The pachinko game machine 10 has an out port 27. - 特許庁As an example, the out port 27 is formed at the lower end of the game area YBa. Of the game balls launched to the game area YBa, the game balls that do not enter any of the first starting hole 15, the second starting hole 16, the big winning hole 18, and the normal winning hole 26 are the out holes 27. is discharged out of the aircraft.

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can adjust the shooting intensity of the game ball according to the amount of operation (the amount of rotation) of the shooting handle HD. In the pachinko game machine 10, game balls can be hit separately so as to flow down either the left area R1 of the center frame W or the right area R2 of the center frame W. A left area R1 of the center frame W corresponds to a non-specific area. A right region R2 of the center frame W corresponds to a specific region. A first starting port 15 and a normal winning port 26 are arranged in the downflow path of the game ball in the left region R1. In other words, the first starting hole 15 and the normal winning hole 26 are arranged in the left area R1 of the game board YB. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, by shooting a game ball so as to flow down the left region R1 of the game region YBa, it is possible to make the ball enter the first start hole 15 and the normal winning hole 26. . In the following description, shooting a game ball with a launch intensity that causes the game ball to flow down the left region R1 may be referred to as "left-handed hitting". A second starting port 16, a big prize winning port 18, and a gate 25 are provided in the downflow path of the game ball in the right region R2. In other words, the second starting port 16, the big winning port 18, and the gate 25 are arranged in the right region R2 of the game board YB. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 10, by shooting a game ball so as to flow down the right region R2 of the game region YBa, the ball can enter the second start port 16, the big winning port 18, and the gate 25. is possible. In the following description, shooting a game ball with a shooting intensity that causes the game ball to flow down the right region R2 may be referred to as "right hitting".

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a right-handed informing lamp 13g. The right-handed notification lamp 13g notifies that right-handed hitting is recommended in a situation where right-handed hitting is recommended. That is, the right-handed informing lamp 13g is capable of informing about the shooting intensity of the game ball. 13 g of hitting-to-the-right information lamps are comprised by one light-emitting body. The right-handed informing lamp 13g lights up to inform that right-handed hitting is recommended. On the other hand, the right-handed notification lamp 13g is turned off to notify that right-handed hitting is not recommended, that is, left-handed hitting is recommended. For example, in the pachinko game machine 10, the right hitting notification lamp 13g lights up during the jackpot game. Further, for example, in the pachinko game machine 10, the right hitting notification lamp 13g lights up when it is in a time-saving state, which will be described later.

Next, the game state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko game machine 10 is equipped with a probability changing function for changing the probability of a big win with high probability and a ball entry assisting function for assisting the entry of a game ball into a second start port 16.例文帳に追加The game state in the pachinko game machine 10 is configured by combining the operating states (operating and non-operating) of these functions.

The probability variation function (hereinafter referred to as probability variation function) will be described.
The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of probability states as states with different jackpot probabilities. The plurality of probability states include a low-probability state and a high-probability state with a higher jackpot probability than the low-probability state. When the variable probability function is activated, the probability state shifts from the low probability state to the high probability state, increasing the possibility of winning the jackpot. Therefore, the high-probability state is more advantageous than the low-probability state. In this embodiment, the high probability state is given based on the fact that the specific sensor SE4 has detected the game ball in the big hit game. The high-probability state is from the end of the jackpot game to whether or not to fall (shift) from the high-probability state to the low-probability state, that is, until the fall lottery is won for whether or not to end the high-probability state. or until the next jackpot game is awarded. In this embodiment, the falling lottery corresponds to a lottery regarding whether to terminate the high-probability state.

The ball entry assistance function will be explained.
The ball entry assisting function is a function for assisting the ball entering the second starting port 16, and is a so-called "electric support function". The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of ball-entering states as states in which the ball-entering rate of the game ball to the second starting port 16 is different. The plurality of ball-entering states include a non-time-saving state and a time-saving state in which the ball-entering rate per unit time to the second starting port 16 is higher than that of the non-time-saving state. Therefore, the time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 as compared with the non-time-saving state. The time-saving state is a so-called "electric sapo state" or "high base state". The non-time saving state is a so-called "non-electric support state" and "low base state". A time saving state is equivalent to a specific state. A non-time saving state corresponds to a non-specific state. Incidentally, in the time-saving state and the non-time-saving state, the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time to the first starting port 15 is the same. In the time-saving state, the game ball entry rate per unit time into the second starting hole 16 is improved, so it is recommended to hit right so that the game ball can easily enter the second starting hole 16.例文帳に追加On the other hand, in the non-time-saving state, since the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time to the second starting port 16 is lower than in the time-saving state, it is recommended to hit to the left. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the ball-entering assist function is activated, the ball-entering state shifts from the non-time-saving state to the time-saving state. In the time-saving state, the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time into the second start port 16 is improved as compared with the non-time-saving state, and the starting condition of the second special game is easily established. Thus, the time-saving state has a high advantage regarding the entrance of the game ball to the second starting port 16 as compared with the non-time-saving state. For this reason, the time-saving state is an advantageous state compared to the non-time-saving state.

As described above, the time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 in the right side region R2 as compared to the non-time-saving state, and it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right side region R2. It is a game state to be played. On the other hand, the non-time-saving state has a low advantage regarding the entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 in the right side region R2 as compared to the time-saving state, and it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left side region R1. state. That is, the non-time-saving state is a gaming state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left region R1, while the time-saving state is a gaming state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right region R2. In addition, even if it is any of a time-saving state and a non-time-saving state, the advantage regarding the entrance ball of the game ball to the 1st starting opening 15 in the left side area|region R1 of the game board YB is the same.

For example, the time-saving state can be realized by executing one control that can be arbitrarily selected from among the four controls described below, or by executing a plurality of controls in combination. 1st control is control which shortens the fluctuation|variation time of a normal game rather than the time of a non-time saving state. 2nd control is control which usually fluctuates the hit probability in normal lottery to high probability rather than the time of a non-time saving state. 3rd control is control which lengthens the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in 1 normal per game rather than the time of a non-time saving state. In addition, as the third control, the number of openings of the normal variable member 17 in one normal game is more than when it is in a non-time saving state, and one opening of the normal variable member 17 in the normal game It is good to perform at least one control among the control which makes time longer than the time of non-work-time-saving state. 4th control is control which makes the fluctuation|variation time (average fluctuation|variation time) of a special game shorter than the time of a non-time saving state. In the time-saving state, the number of special games that can be substantially executed per unit time increases more than when it is in the non-time-saving state. That is, the efficiency of digesting the suspension of the special game is improved.

In the present embodiment, the time saving state includes a first time saving state and a second time saving state. When it is in the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the variation time of the normal game is shortened by executing the first control compared to when it is in the non time saving state. Moreover, when it is a 1st time saving state, it is comprised so that the normal hit probability in normal lottery may be changed to high probability by performing 2nd control. On the other hand, when it is in the second time saving state, the normal winning probability in the normal lottery is not changed to a high probability. In addition, when the first time-saving state and the second time-saving state, the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal per game compared to the non-time-saving state by executing the third control is configured to be longer. In addition, when it is the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the variation time of the special game (average variation time) is shorter than when it is in the non-time saving state by executing the fourth control It is configured.

As shown in FIG. 4, the game state in this embodiment includes a normal game state, a specific game state, a special game state, and a special game state. The normal gaming state is a gaming state in which neither the variable probability function nor the ball entry assisting function operates. The normal game state corresponds to the first game state. The specific game state is a game state in which the variable probability function does not operate and the ball entry assist function operates. The specific game state corresponds to the third game state. The special game state is a game state in which both the variable probability function and the ball entry assist function are activated. The special game state is a game state in which the variable probability function does not operate and the ball entry assist function operates. The special game state corresponds to the second game state.

The pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a low probability state in the normal game state, the specific game state, and the special game state, and is controlled to the high probability state in the special game state. Therefore, the special game state has a higher possibility of winning a jackpot than the normal game state, the specific game state, and the special game state, and becomes an advantageous game state. Thus, the game state includes a special game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state, the specific game state, and the special game state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when it is in a normal game state, it is controlled to a non-time-saving state, and when it is in a specific game state, a special game state, and a special game state, it is controlled in a time-saving state. As described above, in both the time-saving state and the non-time-saving state, the advantage of the game ball entering the first starting port 15 in the left region R1 (non-specific region) of the game board YB is the same. That is, in any of the normal game state, the specific game state, the special game state, and the special game state, the advantage of the game ball entering the first start hole 15 in the left region R1 of the game board YB is the same. be. On the other hand, the time-saving state has a higher advantage in terms of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 in the right region R2 (specific region) as compared to the non-time-saving state, and the game ball can flow down to the right region R2. This is the recommended gaming state. That is, in the specific game state, the special game state, and the special game state, the advantage of the game ball entering the second starting port 16 in the right region R2 is higher than in the normal game state, and the game is played in the right region R2. This is a game state in which it is recommended to let the ball flow down. In the normal game state, the advantage of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 in the right region R2 is lower than in the specific game state, the special game state, and the special game state, and the game ball enters the left region R1. It is a game state in which it is recommended to make it flow down. Therefore, in the specific game state, the game ball entry rate per unit time to the second starting port 16 is higher than that in the normal game state, which is an advantageous game state. In addition, in the special game state, the rate of game balls entering the second starting port 16 per unit time is higher than in the normal game state, resulting in an advantageous game state. In addition, in the special game state, the rate of game balls entering the second starting port 16 per unit time is higher than in the normal game state, which is an advantageous game state. Thus, the game state includes a specific game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state, a special game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state, and a special game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state. , is included.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when it is in the specific game state and the special game state, it is controlled to the first time saving state, and when it is in the special game state, it is controlled to the second time saving state. As described above, when it is in the first time saving state, the normal hit probability in the normal lottery is higher than when it is in the second time saving state. Therefore, in the specific game state, the rate of game balls entering the second starting port 16 per unit time is higher than in the special game state, which is an advantageous game state. Thus, the specific game state is more advantageous than the special game state. In addition, in the special game state, the rate of game balls entering the second starting port 16 per unit time is higher than in the special game state, and the game state is advantageous. Thus, the special game state is more advantageous than the special game state.

Next, the jackpot will be explained.
The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of types of jackpot patterns as special jackpot patterns. Specifically, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a first jackpot pattern and a second jackpot pattern as special jackpot patterns. In addition, three or more types of jackpot symbols may be used. In the pachinko game machine 10, a big win pattern is determined by a big win pattern lottery performed using a big win pattern random number when the big win lottery is won. The special symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of a big win lottery, which is an example of a winning lottery. In this embodiment, the first jackpot symbol corresponds to the first hit result, and the second jackpot symbol corresponds to the second hit result. That is, the hit result of the present embodiment includes the first win result (first big win symbol) and the second win result (second big win symbol). The types of jackpots are determined for each of the plurality of types of jackpot symbols.

As shown in FIG. 5, the first big win is defined in the first big win symbol. A second big win is determined in the second big win symbol. Hereinafter, the jackpot game based on the first jackpot pattern is referred to as "first jackpot game", and the jackpot game based on the second jackpot pattern is referred to as "second jackpot game". The winning game of the present embodiment includes a first big winning game corresponding to the first winning game and a second big winning game corresponding to the second winning game. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot pattern is the first jackpot pattern, the first jackpot game is started after the special game for the first jackpot is finished. That is, when the first jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, the first jackpot game is started. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the jackpot lottery is won and the jackpot pattern is the second jackpot pattern, the second jackpot game is started after the special game for the second jackpot is finished. That is, when the second jackpot symbol is derived in the special game, the second jackpot game is started.

In the big-hit game, first, an opening effect that can specify the start of the big-hit game is performed for a predetermined time (hereinafter referred to as opening time). In the jackpot game, after the opening time has elapsed, a round game for opening the big winning opening 18 is performed up to a predetermined upper limit number of times. One round game is terminated when a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enter or when a predetermined upper limit time elapses. In the round game, the big winning opening 18 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. The jackpot game is an advantageous state in which a game ball can be acquired by entering the game ball into the big prize winning opening 18.例文帳に追加By the way, during a period other than during the big winning game, the big winning opening 18 is configured not to be opened.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 can enter the big winning hole 18 by shooting a game ball so as to flow down the right area R2 of the game area YBa. Therefore, in the big hit game, it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right region R2 so that the game ball can easily enter the big winning hole 18.例文帳に追加That is, in the big win game, it is recommended to hit the right hand so that the game ball can easily enter the big winning hole 18 .

In the first jackpot game, a round game is performed with 10 times as the upper limit. In the second jackpot game, a round game is performed with three times as the upper limit. The number of winning balls obtained during the jackpot game coincides with the number of round games in which the winning balls can be obtained. The number of winning balls may be expressed as the total number of game balls (prize balls) paid out by entering the big winning hole 18, or the number obtained by subtracting the number of shots from the total number of game balls paid out. can be expressed as According to the above configuration, the number of winning balls in the first jackpot game is larger than the number of winning balls in the second jackpot game as a theoretical value. In each round game, a round production is performed. In the jackpot game, when the final round game ends, an ending effect is performed over a predetermined time (hereinafter referred to as ending time) that allows the end of the jackpot game to be specified. The jackpot game is terminated when the ending time elapses.

In the jackpot game, the specific variable member 21 moves from the first position P1 to the second position P2 in a specific round game (in this embodiment, the second round game). The operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 includes a specific operation pattern in which game balls that have reached the branch portion 20d easily flow into the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, the specific operation pattern is an operation pattern in which the specific variable member 21 moves to the second position P2 for a sufficient period of time for game balls that have reached the branch portion 20d to be distributed to the special passage 20b. In the specific operation pattern, when a plurality of game balls are shot, the specific variable member 21 is held for a sufficient time (for example, 20 seconds) for the plurality of game balls to reach the special passage 20b. It is an operation pattern positioned at the second position P2. Further, the operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 includes a non-specific operation pattern in which game balls that have reached the branching portion 20d are less likely to flow into the special passage 20b. In this embodiment, the non-specific operation pattern is an operation in which the specific variable member 21 moves to the second position P2 for a period of time that is substantially impossible for game balls that have reached the branching portion 20d to be distributed to the special passage 20b. It's a pattern. The non-specific operation pattern is an operation in which the specific variable member 21 is positioned at the second position P2 for a period of time (0.1 second as an example) during which the game ball entering the big winning hole 18 cannot reach the branching portion 20d. It's a pattern.

In the first jackpot game, a specific action pattern is defined as the action pattern of the specific variable member 21 in a specific round game. On the other hand, in the second jackpot game, a non-specific action pattern is defined as the action pattern of the specific variable member 21 in a specific round game. That is, in the first jackpot game, since the specific variable member 21 operates in a specific operation pattern in a specific round game, it is possible to distribute game balls to the special path 20b. On the other hand, in the second jackpot game, since the specific variable member 21 operates in a non-specific action pattern, it is substantially impossible to distribute the game balls to the special path 20b. Thus, in the first jackpot game, the expectation that the game ball that has reached the branching portion 20d is distributed to the special passage 20b is higher than in the second jackpot game. Therefore, after the first jackpot game, the degree of expectation that a privilege (high-probability state) is provided based on the detection of the game ball by the specific sensor SE4 is higher than after the second jackpot game.

A game state after the end of the jackpot game will be described. In the pachinko game machine 10, depending on whether or not the specific sensor SE4 has detected a game ball in the big win game, the game state to be controlled after the big win game is finished differs. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in a time-saving state controlled after the end of the big win game may differ depending on the ball entry state when the big win is won in the big win lottery. A specific description will be given below.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball in the first big win game, it is controlled to a special game state after the first big win game is finished. After the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the first jackpot game, it is controlled to the special game state until the falling lottery is won or until the next jackpot game is generated. be.

The pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a specific game state when winning a drop lottery before finishing 100 times of special games after being controlled to a special game state after finishing a first big winning game. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, regardless of whether the state of ball entry when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state, after the first jackpot game ends, the state is controlled to the special game state. If the falling lottery is won before 100 times of special games are finished, the game is controlled to a specific game state. In the pachinko game machine 10, after winning the drop lottery after the end of the first big win game and being controlled to the specific game state, when 100 special games are finished after the end of the first big win game, the normal game state is entered. configured to be controllable. Although the details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the first big win game is won, the falling lottery is won and the special game is controlled to the specific game state. Sometimes, there are cases where it is controlled to a normal game state and cases where it is controlled to a special game state.

The pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a normal game state when winning a falling lottery after 100 times of special games are finished after being controlled to a special game state after finishing a first big winning game. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, regardless of whether the state of ball entry when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state, after the first jackpot game ends, the state is controlled to the special game state. When the falling lottery is won after 100 special games are finished, the game is controlled to the normal game state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 does not detect the game ball in the first jackpot game, it is controlled to the specific game state after the first jackpot game ends. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after being controlled to the specific game state after the end of the first big win game, the specific game state is maintained until 100 special games are finished or until the next big win game is generated. controlled by In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, regardless of whether the state of ball entry when winning the jackpot lottery is the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state, after the first jackpot game is finished, the state is controlled to the specific game state. The specific game state is maintained until 100 times of the special game is completed or until the next big win game is generated.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be controllable to the normal game state when the special game is finished 100 times after the end of the first big win game after being controlled to the specific game state after the end of the first big win game. It is In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, regardless of whether the state of ball entry when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery is the non-time-saving state or the time-saving state, after the first jackpot game ends, the state is controlled to the specific game state. When 100 special games are completed after the end of the first jackpot game, control to the normal game state is possible. Although details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after being controlled to the specific game state after the end of the first jackpot game, when 100 special games are finished after the end of the first jackpot game, the normal game state is entered. There are cases where it is controlled and cases where it is controlled to a special game state.

As described above, the pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the special game at least 100 times in the special game state or the specific game state when the big win lottery is not won after the first big win game is finished. . That is, after the first big win game is over, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state when no big win is won in the big win lottery is 100 times.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 detects a game ball in the second jackpot game, it is controlled to a special game state after the second jackpot game ends. After the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the second jackpot game, it is controlled to the special game state until the falling lottery is won or until the next jackpot game is generated. be.

In the pachinko game machine 10, the ball-entering state when the big win is won in the big win lottery is the non-time-saving state, and the special game is played 20 times after being controlled to the special game state after the second big win game is finished. If the fall lottery is won before the end of is controlled to a specific game state. In the pachinko game machine 10, the ball-entering state when the big win is won in the big win lottery is the time saving state, and the special game is played 100 times after being controlled to the special game state after the end of the second big win game. If the falling lottery is won before the end, it is controlled to a specific game state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, the ball entering state is a non-time-saving state, and after the second big win game is over, a falling lottery is won and controlled to a specific game state. When 20 special games are completed after the end of the two-jackpot game, control to the normal game state is possible. Although details will be described later, in the pachinko game machine 10, the ball entry state when winning the jackpot lottery is a non-time-saving state, and after the second jackpot game ends, the fall lottery is won and the specific game state is entered. After being controlled, when 20 special games are completed after the end of the second jackpot game, there are cases where the game is controlled to the normal game state and cases where it is controlled to the special game state. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, the ball entering state is a time-saving state, and after the second big win game is won, a falling lottery is won and controlled to a specific game state, and then the second state is reached. When 100 special games are completed after the end of the jackpot game, it is configured to be controllable to the normal game state. Although details will be described later, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, the ball entry state is a time-saving state, and after the second big win game is finished, a falling lottery is won and controlled to a specific game state. After the second jackpot game is finished, when 100 special games are finished, there are cases where the game is controlled to the normal game state and cases where the game is controlled to the special game state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, the ball-entering state when the big win is won in the big win lottery is the non-time-saving state, and the special game is played 20 times after being controlled to the special game state after the second big win game is finished. When the fall lottery is won after the end of the game, the game is controlled to the normal game state. In the pachinko game machine 10, the ball-entering state when the big win is won in the big win lottery is the time-saving state, and the special game is played 100 times after being controlled to the special game state after the end of the second big win game. When the falling lottery is won after the end, the game is controlled to the normal game state.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when the specific sensor SE4 does not detect the game ball in the second jackpot game, it is controlled to the specific game state after the second jackpot game ends. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, the ball-entering state is a non-time-saving state, and 20 special games are finished after being controlled to a specific game state after the end of the second big win game. It is controlled to the specific game state until the game is played or until the next big win game is generated. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, the ball-entering state is a time-saving state, and after the second big win game is finished, the special game is finished 100 times after being controlled to a specific game state. Until or until the next big win game is generated, the specific game state is controlled.

In the pachinko game machine 10, the ball-entering state when the big win is won in the big win lottery is the non-time-saving state, and the second big win game is started even after being controlled to the specific game state after the second big win game is finished. When 20 special games are completed after the end, it is constructed so as to be controllable to the normal game state. Although details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the ball entry state when winning a big win in a big win lottery is a non-time saving state, and after being controlled to a specific game state after the end of the second big win game, the second When 20 special games are completed after the end of the two-jackpot game, there are cases where control is performed in a normal game state and in cases where control is performed in a special game state. In the pachinko game machine 10, the ball-entering state when the big win is won in the big win lottery is the time-saving state, and the second big win game ends after being controlled to the specific game state after the second big win game ends. When 100 times of special games are finished later, it is constructed so as to be controllable to the normal game state. Although details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the ball entry state when winning a big win in the big win lottery is a time saving state, and after the second big win game is finished, the second game state is controlled. When 100 special games are completed after the end of the jackpot game, there are cases where control is performed in a normal game state and in cases where control is performed in a special game state.

Thus, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the ball entering state when winning the big win in the big win lottery is in a non-time-saving state, and when the big win is not won in the big winning lottery after the second big winning game is finished, special At least 20 special games can be executed in the game state or the specific game state. That is, the minimum guarantee of the special game that can be executed in the time-saving state when the big win is not won in the big-win lottery after the second big win game awarded based on the big win in the big-win lottery in the non-time-saving state. The number of times is 20 times. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a ball is entered in a time-saving state when a big win is won in a big win lottery, and when a big win is not won in a big win lottery after a second big win game is finished, a special game state or a specific game is established. At least 100 special games can be executed in the state. That is, after the second jackpot game given based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery in the time-saving state, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state when the jackpot drawing is not won in the jackpot lottery. is 100 times.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, the game is controlled to either the special game state or the specific game state after the big win game ends. That is, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the time-saving state based on winning a big win in a big win lottery. Then, when the specific sensor SE4 detects the game ball in the big win game, a high probability state is given after the big win game ends, and the game is controlled to a special game state. On the other hand, when the specific sensor SE4 does not detect the game ball in the jackpot game, the high probability state is not provided after the jackpot game ends, and the game is controlled to the specific game state. In the first jackpot game, the degree of expectation that the game ball is detected by the specific sensor SE4 is higher than in the second jackpot game. Therefore, after the end of the first big win game, the degree of expectation that the high probability state is provided is higher than after the end of the second big win game.

After the end of the first big win game, regardless of the ball entry state when winning the big win in the big win lottery, a special executable in a time-saving state when the big win is not won in the big win lottery after the end of the first big win game. The minimum guaranteed number of games is the same. On the other hand, after the second big win game is over, depending on the ball entry state when the big win is won in the big win lottery, when the big win is not won in the big win lottery after the second big win game is over, the special can be executed in a time-saving state. The minimum guaranteed number of games is different.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, there is a case where the game state shifts even if the big win is not won in the big win lottery. The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be controlled to a special game state based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game. Concretely, when the chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, it is controlled to the special game state. On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is not controlled to a special game state based on the fact that a winning symbol is derived in the special game when in the normal game state. In this way, in the non-time-saving state, even if a big win is not won in the jackpot lottery, the game is controlled to the time-saving state (second time-saving state) based on the derivation of the chance symbol in the special game. In this embodiment, derivation of the chance symbol in the special game corresponds to establishment of the predetermined condition. That is, the pachinko game machine 10 may be controlled to the time saving state (second time saving state) based on the establishment of a predetermined condition even if the big win is not won in the big win lottery. Then, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the time saving state (second time saving state) on the basis that a predetermined condition is established in the non-time saving state even if the jackpot lottery is not won.

Display effects that can be executed by the effect display device EH will be described.
An effect game is displayed as an example of a display effect on the effect display device EH. In the effect game, a plurality of rows of effect symbols are variably displayed, and finally a combination of effect symbols (hereinafter referred to as a symbol combination) is derived. The production design is also called "decoration design" or "decoration design". As an example, the effect game of the present embodiment is performed by variably displaying (scrolling) the effect symbols of the left symbol row, the middle symbol row, and the right symbol row in a predetermined direction.

The effect game starts with the special game and ends with the special game. In the effect game, a symbol combination corresponding to the special symbols derived in the special game is derived. In the special game, when the big-hit symbols are derived, in the effect game, the big-hit symbol combination is derived. The jackpot pattern combination is a pattern combination such as "777" in which the production patterns of all rows are the same production pattern. When winning symbols are derived in the special game, non-jackpot symbol combinations are derived in the effect game. Similarly, when a chance symbol is derived in the special game, a non-jackpot symbol combination is derived in the effect game. A non-jackpot symbol combination is, for example, a symbol combination such as "738" or "787", in which at least some rows of performance symbols are different from other rows of performance symbols. It should be noted that the non-jackpot symbol combination derived in the production game when the winning symbols are derived in the special game and the non-jackpot symbol combination derived in the production game when the chance symbols are derived in the special game are one. Some or all of them may be the same, or all may be different.

In the present embodiment, in the effect game, when the ready-to-win state is formed, the ready-to-win effect is executed. The ready-to-win state is a state in which the same performance symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in a plurality of specific symbol rows, and the performance symbols are continuously displayed in a variable manner in other symbol rows. As an example, in this embodiment, the left symbol row and the right symbol row correspond to specific symbol rows, and the middle symbol row corresponds to another symbol row. The ready-to-win performance includes a normal ready-to-win performance and a super ready-to-win performance in which the expectation of a big hit is higher than that of the normal ready-to-win performance. The degree of expectation of a big win can be calculated by the ratio of the appearance rate of the big win to the total appearance rate obtained by summing the appearance rate of the non-jackpot and the appearance rate of the big win. The normal ready-to-win effect is an effect to derive a symbol combination by executing a predetermined effect after forming a ready-to-win state and deriving effect symbols of other symbol rows. The super ready-to-win production is a production that develops the production after the normal ready-to-win production is executed, and derives a pattern combination by the production after the development. In the following description, the fact that only the normal ready-to-win effect is executed out of the normal ready-to-win effect and the super ready-to-win effect may simply be indicated as "executing the normal ready-to-win effect." Similarly, in the following description, the fact that the super ready-to-win effect is executed after the normal ready-to-win effect is executed may simply be indicated as "executing the super ready-to-win effect."

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 6 , the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main control board 40 and a sub control board 50 . The main control board 40 and the sub control board 50 are connected so that a control signal can be output in one direction from the main control board 40 to the sub control board 50 . The main control board 40 performs various controls and outputs various control information (control commands). The sub control board 50 controls the effect device group DE, which is an example of effect execution means, based on various control commands output by the main control board 40 .

First, the main control board 40 will be explained.
The main control board 40 has a microprocessor 41 . The microprocessor 41 includes a processing section (hereinafter referred to as main CPU 42) and a storage section. The main CPU 42 executes various processes by executing a main control program. The main CPU 42 corresponds to main control means. The storage unit of the microprocessor 41 includes a ROM area in which information can be read but in which information cannot be written (hereinafter referred to as main ROM 43) and an RWM area in which information can be read and written (hereinafter referred to as main ROM 43). , denoted as main RWM 44) and .

The main ROM 43 stores judgment values and tables used for various judgments and lotteries. The main ROM 43 stores a jackpot determination value used to determine whether or not a jackpot has been won in the jackpot lottery. The main ROM 43 stores a fall determination value used for determining whether or not the fall lottery is won in the fall lottery. The main ROM 43 stores a big-hit symbol determination value used for the big-hit symbol lottery. The main ROM 43 stores a specific opportunity determination value used for the chance lottery. The chance lottery is a lottery for determining whether or not to display the chance symbols in the special game. The main ROM 43 stores an effect determination value used for the effect lottery. The performance lottery is a lottery for determining whether or not to execute the ready-to-win performance when the jackpot lottery is not won.

The main ROM 43 stores a plurality of types of variation pattern tables. A variation pattern table is also called a variation pattern group. The variation pattern table is composed of determinable variation patterns among a plurality of types of variation patterns. The variation pattern is information that can specify the variation time from the start of execution of the special game until the end. The variation pattern is information that can specify at least a part of the effect content (variation content) to be performed during execution of the special game. Although the details will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the type of the variation pattern table is determined based on winning-related information based on winning a big win in a jackpot lottery and game state information based on the game state. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a variation pattern is determined based on the determined variation pattern table.

Variation patterns include a jackpot variation pattern, a losing variation pattern, and a chance variation pattern. The big hit variation pattern is a variation pattern that performs a ready-to-win effect and finally derives a big hit symbol combination. The jackpot variation patterns include a "normal reach" jackpot variation pattern for performing a normal reach performance and a "super reach" jackpot variation pattern for performing a super reach performance. The losing variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately leads to a non-jackpot symbol combination. The losing variation pattern includes a losing variation pattern of "with ready-to-win" which performs ready-to-win effect and a losing variation pattern of "without ready-to-win" not to perform ready-to-win effect. It should be noted that there are a deviation variation pattern of "normal reach" performing a normal reach performance and a deviation variation pattern of "super reach" performing a super reach performance as the deviation variation pattern of "with reach" performing the reach performance. The chance variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately leads to a non-jackpot symbol combination. In the present embodiment, the chance variation pattern includes a chance variation pattern of "no reach" in which no reach effect is performed, but does not include a chance variation pattern of "with reach" in which a reach effect is performed. The chance variation pattern is not limited to this, and may include a "with reach" chance variation pattern in which the ready-to-win effect is performed and a "without reach" chance variation pattern in which the ready-to-win effect is not performed. In the present embodiment, the "normal reach" jackpot variation pattern and the "normal reach" loss variation pattern correspond to the variation patterns associated with execution of the normal reach effect. Similarly, in the present embodiment, the "super reach" jackpot variation pattern and the "super reach" loss variation pattern correspond to variation patterns associated with the execution of the super reach effect.

The main RWM 44 stores various information rewritten according to the result of processing by the main CPU 42 . The main RWM 44 corresponds to storage means capable of storing information. For example, information stored by the main RWM 44 includes flags, counters, and timers. Microprocessor 41 includes a random number circuit 45 that generates hardware random numbers. The microprocessor 41 may be capable of generating software random numbers through random number generation processing by the main CPU 42 . The main CPU 42, the main ROM 43, the main RWM 44, and the random number circuit 45 are not limited to being configured on one chip as the microprocessor 41, and may be configured separately.

The main control board 40 is connected to sensors SE1 to SE5. The main CPU 42 is configured to be capable of inputting detection signals output when the sensors SE1 to SE5 detect game balls. The main control board 40 is connected to the display sections 13a to 13f. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the display contents of the display units 13a to 13f. The main control board 40 is connected to the right-handed informing lamp 13g. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control lighting and extinguishing of the right-handed informing lamp 13g. The main control board 40 is connected to the solenoids SL1-SL3. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the operations of the variable members 17, 19 and 21 by controlling the operations of the solenoids SL1-SL3.

The sub-control board 50 will be explained.
The sub control board 50 includes a sub CPU 51 , a sub ROM 52 and a sub RWM 53 . The sub CPU 51 performs various processes related to effects by executing sub control programs. The sub CPU 51 executes processing related to the execution of effects based on control commands input from the main CPU 42 . The secondary ROM 52 stores a secondary control program, a determination value used for a predetermined lottery, and the like. The sub ROM 52 stores display effect data used for display effect, light emission effect data used for light emission effect, sound effect data used for sound effect, and the like.

The sub-RWM 53 stores various information rewritten during operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. - 特許庁For example, information stored by the secondary RWM 53 includes flags, counters, and timers. Further, the sub control board 50 is configured to be able to generate software random numbers through random number generation processing by the sub CPU 51 . The sub control board 50 may include a random number generation circuit and be capable of generating hardware random numbers.

The sub-control board 50 is connected to the effect display device EH. The sub CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the display contents of the effect display device EH. The sub-control board 50 is connected to the decoration lamp LA. The sub CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the lighting mode of the decoration lamp LA. The sub control board 50 is connected to the speaker SP. The sub CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the output mode of the speaker SP. In this embodiment, the sub CPU 51 corresponds to effect control means for controlling the effect display device EH as effect execution means, the speaker SP, and the decoration lamp LA.

Next, various processes performed by the main CPU 42 of the main control board 40 will be described.
The main CPU 42 executes special symbol input processing, special symbol start processing, special symbol end processing, jackpot game processing, normal symbol input processing, normal symbol start processing, and normal symbol input processing as timer interrupt processing performed at predetermined intervals (for example, 4 ms). A winning game process is executed. In this embodiment, the control information (control command) stored in the output buffer is output to the sub control board 50 by information output processing executed as timer interrupt processing.

First, special design input processing is explained.
In the special symbol input process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the game ball has entered the first starting port 15 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the first starting sensor SE1. When the game ball enters the first start hole 15, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the first special reserved number stored in the main RWM 44 is less than the upper limit number. When the first special reserved number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the first special reserved number and updates it. Subsequently, the main CPU 42 controls the first special pending display section 13c so as to display information capable of specifying the updated first special pending number. Thus, the starting condition of the first special game is established when the game ball is detected by the first starting sensor SE1 when the first special reserved number is less than the upper limit number.

Next, the main CPU 42 acquires a random number generated by the random number circuit 45 and causes the main RWM 44 to store random number information based on the acquired random number. For example, the random number is a special hit random number used in the jackpot lottery, a fall random number used in the fall lottery, a jackpot pattern random number used to determine the jackpot pattern, a variation pattern random number used to determine the variation pattern, and a production judgment random number used in the production lottery. be. The main CPU 42 stores the random number information so that the random number information is for the first special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment stores the random number information used for the first special game in the main RWM 44, thereby suspending the execution of the first special game until the conditions for executing the first special game are satisfied. . Thus, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the first special game based on the game ball entering the first start hole 15 .

When the random number information for the first special game is stored in the main RWM 44, when the game ball has not entered the first start port 15, and when the first special reserved number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 , It is determined whether or not the game ball has entered the second starting port 16 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the second starting sensor SE2. When the game ball has not entered the second starting port 16, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol input process. When the game ball has entered the second starting hole 16, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the second special reserved number stored in the main RWM 44 is less than the upper limit number. If the second special reserved number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol input process. When the second special reserved number is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the second special reserved number and updates it. The main CPU 42 controls the second special reservation display section 13d so as to display information that can specify the updated second special reservation number. Thus, the starting condition of the second special game is established when the game ball is detected by the second starting sensor SE2 when the second special reserved number is less than the upper limit number.

Next, the main CPU 42 acquires a random number generated by the random number circuit 45 and causes the main RWM 44 to store random number information based on the acquired random number. The main CPU 42 stores the random number information so that the random number information is used for the second special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment stores the random number information used for the second special game in the main RWM 44, thereby suspending the execution of the second special game until the conditions for executing the second special game are satisfied. . Thus, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the second special game based on the game ball entering the second starting hole 16.例文帳に追加After that, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol input process.

Next, the special symbol start processing will be described.
As shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, in the special symbol start process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the special game cannot be executed (step S101). The main CPU 42 makes a negative determination when the jackpot game is not being played, the special game is not being executed, and the inter-variation interval is not being performed. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 makes an affirmative determination when the jackpot game is being played, the special game is being executed, or the inter-variation interval is in progress. If the special game cannot be executed (step S101: YES), the main CPU ends the special symbol start process. If the special game can be executed (step S101: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the second special reservation number is 1 or more (step S102). When the second special reservation number is not 1 or more (step S102: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the first special reservation number is less than 1 (step S103). When the first special reserved number is less than 1, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol start process.

When the first special reservation number is not less than 1 (step S103: NO), the main CPU 42 performs processing for executing the first special game. Specifically, the main CPU 42 updates the first special reservation number by subtracting 1 (step S104). The main CPU 42 controls the first special pending display section 13c so as to display information capable of specifying the updated first special pending number. Next, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not it is in a low probability state (step S105). If it is in the low probability state (step S105: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S108. If it is in a high probability state (step S105: NO), the main CPU 42 acquires from the main RWM 44 the random number information stored first among the random number information for the first special game. Subsequently, the main CPU 42 uses the fall random number and the fall determination value specified from the acquired random number information to perform a fall lottery to determine whether or not to fall (shift) from the high-probability state to the low-probability state (step S106). ). In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 corresponds to a drop lottery means that performs a drop process. If the falling lottery is not won and the player does not fall from the high-probability state to the low-probability state (step S106: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S108. If the falling lottery is won and the player falls from the high-probability state to the low-probability state (step S106: NO), the main CPU 42 executes state setting processing (step S107).

Here, the state setting process will be described.
As shown in FIG. 9, in the state setting process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the number of time reductions stored in the main RWM 44 is 0 (step S201). The number of times of time saving is information capable of specifying the remaining number of minimum guaranteed times of special games that can be executed in the time saving state when the big win lottery is not won after being controlled to the time saving state. When the number of time reductions is 0 (step S201: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S205. When the number of times of time saving is not 0 (step S201: NO), the main CPU 42 controls from the high probability state to the low probability state, and controls from the special game state to the specific game state (step S202). Then, when the game state has changed, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information, which is information based on the game state, and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S203). The game state information corresponds to specific information.

The gaming state information of the present embodiment includes low-probability short working hours information, low-probable short working hours information, and high-probable short working hours information. The low probability non-reduction of working hours information which is an example of the 1st specific information is information which can specify that it is a low probability state and a non-reduction of working hours state. Low-probability short working hours information which is an example of the 2nd specific information is information which can specify that it is a low probability state and a short working hours state. The highly probable short working hours information, which is an example of the second specific information, is information that can identify a high probability state and a short working hours state. Thus, 1st specific information is information which can specify that it is a non-time saving state. 2nd specific information is information which can specify that it is a time saving state. The information stored by the main RWM 44 includes game state information based on the game state. Incidentally, in step S203, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information from high-probability short working hours information to low-probable short working hours information and stores it in the main RWM 44 .

Next, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command in the output buffer (step S204). The main CPU 42 performs a process of generating a mode control command (hereinafter referred to as mode control command generation process) based on the winning-related information based on the winning of the jackpot lottery and the game state information based on the game state. and store the generated mode control command in the output buffer. The mode control command generation processing will be described later in detail. That is, in step S204, the main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing based on the game state information updated in step S203, and stores the generated mode control command in the output buffer. After storing the mode control command in the output buffer, the main CPU 42 terminates the state setting process.

When the number of times of time saving is 0, the main CPU 42 controls from the high probability state to the low probability state, from the time saving state to the non-time saving state, and from the special game state to the normal game state (step S205). Then, when the game state has changed, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information, which is information based on the game state, and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S206). Incidentally, in step S206, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information from high-probability short working hours information to low-probable short working hours information and stores it in the main RWM 44 . Then, the main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing based on the game state information updated in step S206, and stores the generated mode control command in the output buffer (step S207). After storing the mode control command in the output buffer, the main CPU 42 terminates the state setting process.

Returning to FIG. 7, if the determination process of step S105 is affirmative (low probability state), if the determination process of step S106 is affirmative (if the drop lottery is not won), and state setting When the process is finished, the main CPU 42 acquires from the main RWM 44 the random number information stored first among the random number information for the first special game. Subsequently, the main CPU 42 uses the special winning random number and the big winning judgment value specified from the acquired random number information to perform a big winning lottery to determine whether or not to win the big winning. The main CPU 42 performs a jackpot lottery with a jackpot probability corresponding to the current probability state, and determines whether or not a jackpot has been won (step S108).

If the jackpot is won (step S108: YES), the main CPU 42 performs jackpot game processing (step S112). In the big win game process, the main CPU 42 performs a big win symbol lottery using a big win symbol random number and a big win symbol determination value that can be specified from the random number information, and determines the big win symbols to be derived in the first special game. The main CPU 42 determines the type of the variation pattern table based on the winning-related information based on the winning of the big win in the jackpot lottery and the game state information based on the game state, and then varies based on the determined variation pattern table. A pattern determination process (hereinafter referred to as a variation pattern determination process) is executed. The variation pattern determination process will be described later in detail. The main CPU 42 determines a big hit variation pattern by executing variation pattern determination processing. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

If no big hit is won (step S108: NO), the main CPU 42 performs a chance lottery using the special hit random number and the specific trigger determination value specified from the acquired random number information (step S109). In this embodiment, the random number information used for the chance lottery is the same as the random number information used for the big win lottery. The specific opportunity determination value is different from the value determined as the big win determination value among the values within the range that the random number information used in the big win lottery and the chance lottery can take.

If the chance lottery is won (step S109: YES), the main CPU 42 performs chance game processing (step S111). In the chance game process, the main CPU 42 determines chance symbols to be derived in the first special game. In this embodiment, the number of chance symbols is one. The main CPU 42 determines a chance variation pattern by executing variation pattern determination processing. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

If the chance lottery is not won (step S109: NO), the main CPU 42 performs a losing game process (step S110). In the losing game process, the main CPU 42 determines the winning symbols to be derived in the first special game. In the losing game process, the main CPU 42 determines a losing variation pattern of "with reach" or a losing variation pattern of "no reach" by executing a variation pattern determination process. Incidentally, when the main CPU 42 decides not to execute the ready-to-win effect in the effect lottery, it determines the loss variation pattern of "no ready-to-win". Further, when the main CPU 42 decides to execute the ready-to-win effect in the effect lottery, the main CPU 42 determines the losing variation pattern of "with ready-to-win".

When the second special reservation number is 1 or more (step S102: YES), the main CPU 42 performs processing for executing the second special game. In the process of executing the second special game, in the process of executing the first special game, the "first special game" is changed to the "second special game", and the "first special reservation number" is changed to the "second special reservation number". 2, the "first special pending display section 13c" is read as "second special pending display section 13d", so detailed description thereof will be omitted. That is, in steps S113 to S121 of FIG. 8, the main CPU 42 performs any game based on the results of the subtraction of the second special reservation number, the drop lottery, the state setting process, the big win lottery, the chance lottery, and the results of the big win lottery and the chance lottery. After performing the processing, the special symbol start processing is terminated. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the main CPU 42 executes the special symbol input process and the special symbol start process, the game ball enters the first start port 15 or the second start port 16. It is configured to perform a jackpot lottery and a chance lottery with the ball as a trigger.

The main CPU 42 stores the variation start command and the special symbol command in the output buffer in the jackpot game process, the chance game process, or the losing game process. The variation start command is a control command that can specify the variation pattern determined in each game process and the start of the special game (effect game). The special symbol command is a control command capable of specifying a special symbol (big hit symbol, chance symbol, or losing symbol) determined in each game process. Note that the variation start command and the special symbol command are different control commands when the game processing of the first special game is executed and when the game processing of the second special game is executed. In the following description, the variation start command when the game processing of the first special game is executed is the "first variation start command", and the variation start command when the game processing of the second special game is performed is the "second variation start command". "variation start command". Also, in the following description, the special symbol command when the game processing of the first special game is executed is the "first special symbol command", and the special symbol command when the game processing of the second special game is performed is " It may be indicated as "second special symbol command".

After finishing the special symbol start process, the main CPU 42 executes the first special game or the second special game by a process different from the special symbol start process. Specifically, when the first special game is to be executed, the main CPU 42 controls the first special symbol display section 13a so as to start variable display of predetermined symbols. The main CPU 42 counts the variation time determined in the variation pattern. The main CPU 42 controls the first special symbol display section 13a so as to derive the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has elapsed. At this time, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store information that can specify the derived special symbol (hereinafter referred to as stop symbol information). Further, when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has passed, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a variation end command) that can specify the end of the special game in the output buffer. After that, the main CPU 42 executes special symbol end processing.

On the other hand, when executing the second special game, the main CPU 42 controls the second special symbol display section 13b so as to start variable display of predetermined symbols. The main CPU 42 counts the variation time determined in the variation pattern. The main CPU 42 controls the second special symbol display section 13b so as to derive the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has passed. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores the stop symbol information in the main RWM 44 . Further, the main CPU 42 stores a fluctuation end command in the output buffer after the fluctuation time set in the fluctuation pattern has passed. After that, the main CPU 42 executes special symbol end processing.

The special symbol end processing will be explained.
As shown in FIG. 10, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the number of time reductions is 0 in the special symbol end process (step S301). When the number of time reductions is 0 (step S301: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S312. When the number of times of time saving is not 0 (step S301: NO), the main CPU 42 subtracts 1 from the number of times of time saving and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S302). In addition, in the present embodiment, the initial number of times of time saving is stored in the main RWM 44 when the non-time saving state is controlled to the time saving state. The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be controllable in a time saving state at least until the number of times of time saving becomes zero. Therefore, the pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be controllable in a time saving state at least when the number of times of time saving is 1 or more.

After step S302, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the number of time reductions is 1 or more (step S303). When the number of time reductions is 1 or more (step S303: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S312. When the number of time reductions is not equal to or greater than 1 (step S303: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether or not it is in a high probability state (step S304). That is, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the game is in the special game state in step S304. In the case of a high probability state (step S304: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S312. If it is not in the high probability state (step S304: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the stop symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 is a chance symbol (step S305). When the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol (step S305: NO), the main CPU 42 controls from the time saving state to the non-time saving state, and controls to the normal game state (step S306). After that, the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S309. When the stop symbol information is a chance symbol (step S305: YES), the main CPU 42 controls to the time saving state (second time saving state) and controls to the special game state (step S307). Further, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of times (200 times in this embodiment) of the number of time reductions when the special game state is controlled (step S308). After that, the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S309. Thus, when the game state is the special game state when the number of times of time saving becomes 0, it is not controlled to the non-time saving state, but remains controlled to the time saving state (first time saving state). On the other hand, when the game state is either the specific game state or the special game state when the number of times of time saving becomes 0, the case where it is controlled to the normal game state (non-time saving state) and the special game state (time saving state) There are cases where it is controlled by

When the number of time saving is 0 in step S301, when the number of time saving is 1 or more in step S303, and when the high probability state is in step S304, the main CPU 42 determines that the stop symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 is a chance. It is determined whether or not it is a pattern (step S312). If the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol (step S312: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S309. When the stop symbol information is a chance symbol (step S312: NO), the main CPU 42 determines whether or not it is in the time saving state (step S313). If it is in the time saving state (step S313: YES), the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S309. If it is not in the time saving state (step S313: NO), the main CPU 42 controls from the non time saving state to the time saving state (second time saving state), and controls from the normal game state to the special game state (step S314). Further, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of times (200 times in this embodiment) of the number of time reductions when the special game state is controlled (step S315).

Then, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store 15 seconds as the inter-variation interval time (hereinafter referred to as interval time) (step S316). At this time, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a control command (hereinafter referred to as a specific interval start command) that can specify that the interval between fluctuations has started and that the interval time is 15 seconds. In addition, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store a flag (hereinafter referred to as an interval flag) that can specify that the interval between fluctuations is in progress. The main CPU 42 counts the interval time and erases the interval flag when 15 seconds have elapsed. The main CPU 42 can determine whether or not it is during the inter-variation interval in the special symbol start process by the interval flag.

When the normal game state is controlled in step S306, when the number of times of time saving is set in step S308, when the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol in step S312, or when the time saving state is in step S313, the main CPU 42, 0.5 second is stored in the main RWM 44 as the interval time (step S309). At this time, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a control command (hereinafter referred to as a predetermined interval start command) that can specify that the interval between fluctuations has started and that the interval time is 0.5 seconds. Also, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the interval flag. The main CPU 42 counts the interval time and erases the interval flag when 0.5 seconds have elapsed.

In this way, the main CPU 42 can control to the time saving state (second time saving state) based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the special game when in the non time saving state. Then, when the main CPU 42 is in the non-time-saving state and controls to the time-saving state based on the derivation of the chance symbol in the special game, the main CPU 42 sets 15 seconds as the interval time. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 sets 0.5 seconds as the interval time when the chance symbol is not derived in the special game and control is not performed to the time saving state in the non time saving state. Further, the main CPU 42 sets 0.5 second as the interval time when the chance symbol is not derived in the special game in the time saving state. Further, the main CPU 42 sets 0.5 second as the interval time even if a chance symbol is derived in the special game when in the time saving state. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, 15 seconds is set as the interval time only when the non-time-saving state is controlled to the time-saving state based on the derivation of the chance symbol in the special game.

After storing the interval time in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information, which is information based on the game state, and stores it in the main RWM 44 (step S310). Then, the main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing, and stores the generated mode control command in the output buffer (step S311). After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol ending process.

As described above, the main CPU 42 controls to the time-saving state (second time-saving state) based on the fact that the chance symbol (specific result) is derived in the special game in the non-time-saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state. Then, the main CPU 42 does not control to the time saving state based on the fact that the winning pattern (non-specified result) is derived in the special game when in the non time saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state based on the drawing of the losing symbol in the special game in the normal game state. Further, the main CPU 42 does not control to the non-time-saving state based on the derivation of the symbols, even if any of the lost symbols and the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the time-saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 does not control to the normal game state based on the derivation of any of the winning symbols and the chance symbols in the special game during the special game state. Similarly, the main CPU 42 does not control to the normal game state based on the derivation of any of the winning symbols and the chance symbols in the special game when in the specific game state.

Here, the effects that can be executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described together with the contents of effects that are executed when the game state shifts based on the derivation of the chance symbols.
The pachinko game machine 10 is configured so as to be able to execute a shift suggesting effect suggesting that the game state has shifted. The transition suggestive effect can be executed in the effect display device EH. The transition suggesting effect is executed when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state. That is, when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the normal game state and the chance symbols are derived in the special game and is controlled to the special game state, the transition suggesting effect is executed in the effect display device EH. The transition-suggestion effect corresponds to the specific effect.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured so as to be able to execute a right-handed promotion effect for promoting shooting of game balls to the right region R2 of the game board YB. The right-handed promotion effect can be executed in the effect display device EH. Since the right-handed promotion performance is a performance that encourages the shooting of the game ball to the right region R2 corresponding to the specific region on the game board YB, it can also be said to be a performance that encourages the game ball to flow down to the specific region. The right-handed promotion effect is executed when the state in which left-handed hitting is recommended changes to the state in which right-handed hitting is recommended. For example, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the game state is changed from the normal game state to the special game state, a right-handed promotion performance is executed. For example, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a jackpot pattern is derived in a special game in a normal game state and a jackpot game starts, a right-handed promotion effect is executed. The right-handed promotion effect corresponds to a predetermined effect.

When the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, the non-jackpot symbol combination is derived in the effect game on the effect display device EH. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, the inter-variation interval starts. Note that the interval time is 15 seconds.

When the inter-variation interval starts, the effect display device EH starts a transition suggesting effect suggesting that the game is controlled to the special game state. The transition-suggesting effect is configured by displaying character information of "Chance Time Rush" on the effect display device EH. After that, in the effect display device EH, the transition suggesting effect is finished and the character information of "entering the chance time" is erased. The execution time of the transition-suggestion effect is, for example, 5 seconds. Therefore, the interval time has not passed 15 seconds when the transition suggesting effect ends. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is in the inter-variation interval and is in a state where the next special game is not started. Thus, in this embodiment, the transition suggestion effect is started within the interval time. Then, the transition suggesting effect ends within the interval time.

After the transition suggestive effect is completed, the effect display device EH executes a right-handed promotion effect for prompting the game ball to flow down to the right region R2 (specific region). The right-handed promotion effect is configured by displaying text information "Right-handed" and an image simulating a rightward arrow on the effect display device EH. It should be noted that when the right-handed promotion effect is started, although about 5 seconds have passed since the interval between fluctuations started, it is still within the interval time. That is, the right-handed promotion effect is started within the interval time. Note that the right-handed promotion effect continues until the next special game is started. When the next special game starts, on the effect display device EH, the right-handed promotion effect is terminated, and the character information of "Right-handed" and the image simulating a rightward arrow are erased.

In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a transition suggesting effect suggesting control to the special game state is produced within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state. It starts at the display device EH. Further, in the pachinko game machine 10, during the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols have been derived in the normal game state, a right-handed shot is made to prompt the game ball to flow down to the right region R2 of the game board YB. A promotion effect is started on the effect display device EH.

Next, the jackpot game processing will be described.
The big-hit game process is a process for giving a big-hit game. The main CPU 42 of this embodiment performs the following control by executing the jackpot game process as the timer interrupt process.

When the main CPU 42 derives the big win symbols in the special game, the main CPU 42 executes the big win game process after the big win special game ends. The main CPU 42 specifies the type of jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol (that is, the jackpot type) determined in the special symbol start process. The main CPU 42 awards the specified type of jackpot game.

When starting a jackpot game, the main CPU 42 updates the winning-related information based on winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery and stores it in the main RWM 44. - 特許庁Specifically, the main CPU 42 can specify information that can specify whether the ball-entering state is a non-time-saving state or a time-saving state when a big win is won in the jackpot lottery, and can specify the jackpot pattern derived in the special game. and are stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. When the big win is won in the jackpot lottery in the non-time-saving state and the first jackpot pattern is derived, the main CPU 42 is the non-time-saving state and the information that can specify the first jackpot pattern. (hereinafter referred to as the first non-time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. When the jackpot is won in the jackpot lottery in the time saving state and the first jackpot pattern is derived, the main CPU 42 provides information that can identify the time saving state and the first jackpot pattern (hereinafter referred to as , referred to as first time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. When the big win is won in the jackpot lottery in the non-time-saving state and the second jackpot pattern is derived, the main CPU 42 provides information that can identify the non-time-saving state and the second jackpot pattern. (hereinafter referred to as the second non-time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. If a big hit is won in the jackpot lottery in the time saving state and the second jackpot pattern is derived, the main CPU 42 provides information (hereinafter referred to as , second time-saving information) is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. Thus, the winning-related information is updated based on the game state in the special game before the big win game is started. Also, the winning-related information is updated based on the jackpot symbols derived in the special game. Winning-related information corresponds to predetermined information.

When the jackpot game is started, the main CPU 42 lights the right-handed informing lamp 13g. Incidentally, the main CPU 42 turns off the right-handed informing lamp 13g when it is not during the jackpot game and when it is controlled in the non-time-saving state. When starting the jackpot game, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as an opening command) capable of specifying the start of the opening time in the output buffer. After the opening time has elapsed, the main CPU 42 performs processing for executing a round game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 using the opening control data for the big win game to open the big winning hole 18 . When the number of game balls detected by the special winning sensor SE3 reaches the upper limit number or the upper limit time elapses, the main CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 to close the big winning opening 18. This ends the round game. The main CPU 42 repeats the process for executing such a round game until the upper limit number of round games set for the jackpot game is completed. In the case of the first jackpot game, the main CPU 42 performs 10 round games. In the case of the second jackpot game, the main CPU 42 performs three round games. Each time a round game is started, the main CPU 42 stores a control command that can specify the start of the round game (hereinafter referred to as a round command) in the output buffer. In this way, the main CPU 42 can control opening the big winning opening 18 in the first big win game and the second big win game. In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2, thereby realizing a function as opening/closing control means for controlling the opening and closing of the big winning opening 18 . The main CPU 42 can execute control to open the big winning opening 18 with the execution of the big winning game as a trigger. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 does not execute control for opening the big winning opening 18 as a trigger different from the execution of the big winning game. That is, the main CPU 42 executes control for opening the big winning opening 18 only when the big winning game is executed. Therefore, for example, the main CPU 42 does not execute control for opening the big winning opening 18 when the chance symbol is derived in the special game. Therefore, when the chance symbols are drawn out in the special game, the special prize opening 18 is not opened on the occasion of the derivation of the chance symbols in the special game.

Further, in a specific round game, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3 using the operation control data of the specific variable member 21 to displace the specific variable member 21 between the first position P1 and the second position P2. . In the case of the first jackpot game, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3 using the operation control data of the specific operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 in the specific round game, and moves the specific variable member 21 to the first position P1. It is displaced between the second position P2. In the case of the second jackpot game, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3 using the operation control data of the non-specific operation pattern of the specific variable member 21 in the specific round game, and moves the specific variable member 21 to the first position P1. and the second position P2. As described above, the specific action pattern is an action pattern in which game balls that have reached the branching portion 20d are more likely to be distributed to the special passage 20b than the non-specific action pattern. That is, in the first jackpot game, the expectation that the game ball entering the jackpot 18 is distributed to the special passage 20b is higher than in the second jackpot game. In this embodiment, the main CPU 42 controls the specific solenoid SL3, thereby realizing a function as distribution control means for controlling the operation of the specific variable member 21 .

As described above, the main CPU 42 executes control for opening the big winning opening 18 only when the big winning game is executed. As a result, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game balls are not distributed to the special path 20b as a trigger different from the execution of the jackpot game, so the specific sensor SE4 does not detect the game balls. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the game balls are distributed to the special path 20b and the specific sensor SE4 can detect the game balls only when the big win game is executed. Therefore, for example, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game, the particular sensor SE4 does not detect the gaming ball triggered by the derivation of the chance symbols in the special game.

As described above, after the end of the first big win game, the degree of expectation that the game balls are distributed to the special passage 20b is higher than after the end of the second big win game and after the chance symbols are derived in the special game. That is, after the end of the first big win game, the degree of expectation that the specific sensor SE4 detects the game ball is higher than after the end of the second big win game and after the chance symbol is derived in the special game. Therefore, after the end of the first big win game, the degree of expectation for awarding a privilege (high probability state) is higher than after the end of the second big win game and after the chance symbols are derived in the special game.

When a detection signal is input from the specific sensor SE4 in a specific round game, the main CPU 42 stores a specific flag in the main RWM 44 as information that can specify that the game ball has been distributed to the special path 20b. The main CPU 42 can specify whether or not the game balls have been distributed to the special path 20b during the big win game, depending on whether or not the specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44.例文帳に追加When the final round game ends, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as an ending command) that can specify the start of the ending time in the output buffer. The main CPU 42 terminates the jackpot game when the ending time elapses.

Next, the processing performed by the main CPU 42 to shift the game state will be described. In this embodiment, the main CPU 42, which performs processing for shifting the game state, corresponds to game state control means for controlling the game state. In other words, the main CPU 42 is capable of executing various types of processing including processing related to game states.

When the probability state and the ball-entered state are changed, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information and stores it in the main RWM 44 . Specifically, when the main CPU 42 controls the low-probability state and the non-time-saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the low-probability non-time-saving information, which is an example of the first specific information, as the gaming state information. When the main CPU 42 controls the low-probability state and the time-saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the low-probability time-saving information, which is an example of the second specific information, as the game state information. When the main CPU 42 controls the high probability state and the time saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the high probability time saving information, which is an example of the second specific information, as the game state information.

After finishing the first big win game or the second big win game, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not a specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44 . When a specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store a high accuracy flag and erases the specific flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a high probability state. On the other hand, when the main RWM 44 does not store the specific flag, the main CPU 42 does not store the high accuracy flag in the main RWM 44 . That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability state. When the main RWM 44 stores a high probability flag when starting a jackpot game, the main CPU 42 erases the high probability flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a low probability state during the jackpot game. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery after being controlled to a high probability state and a big win pattern is derived in a special game, the high probability state ends and a big win game is started. .

The main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the first time saving flag when the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game ends. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the first time-saving state, which is an example of the time-saving state. In this way, the main CPU 42, even after the end of any of the first jackpot game and the second jackpot game, has an advantage in entering the game ball into the second start port 16 as compared to the non-time-saving state. Control to a high time-saving state. Although details will be described later, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game in the non-working time saving state, the main CPU 42 stores the second working time saving flag in the main RWM 44, and the second working time saving state which is an example of the working time saving state to control. The main CPU 42 lights the right-handed information lamp 13g when the time-saving state is controlled. Incidentally, the main CPU 42 turns off the right-handed informing lamp 13g when it is not during the jackpot game and when it is controlled in the non-time-saving state. The main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag and the second time saving flag when the main RWM 44 stores the first time saving flag or the second time saving flag when starting the jackpot game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a non-time-saving state during the jackpot game. Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery after being controlled to a time saving state and a big win pattern is derived in a special game, the time saving state is terminated and a big win game is started. As described above, when the first big win game or the second big win game ends, the main CPU 42 controls either the special game state or the specific game state depending on whether or not the specific flag is stored in the main RWM 44. . Further, when the big win game is started, the main CPU 42 controls the normal game state.

After completing the first jackpot game, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of times of time saving (100 times in this embodiment). At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command capable of specifying the number of times of time saving (hereinafter referred to as a time saving number command) in the output buffer. The number of time reductions (100 times in this embodiment) stored in the main RWM 44 when the first jackpot game ends is an example of the predetermined number of times. When the second jackpot game ends, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of time reductions in accordance with the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 . Specifically, when the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is the second non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the number of times of time saving (20 times in this embodiment) in the main RWM 44, and issues a time-saving number command. Store in the output buffer. On the other hand, if the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is the second time saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the number of times of time saving (100 times in this embodiment) in the main RWM 44, and sends a time saving number command to the output buffer. Store. The number of time reductions (20 times or 100 times) stored in the main RWM 44 when the second jackpot game ends is an example of the predetermined number of times. In this embodiment, the time saving number command can specify the remaining number of the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state when the jackpot lottery is not won after being controlled to the time saving state. information.

The main CPU 42 updates (subtracts 1 in this embodiment) the number of times of time saving stored in the main RWM 44 each time the special game is finished after the first big win game or the second big win game is finished. Specifically, the main CPU 42 updates the number of time reductions in the process of step S302 of FIG. 10 in the special symbol end process after the end of the first big win game or the second big win game. When the number of times of saving time is updated, the main CPU 42 stores a number of times of saving time command that can specify the number of times of saving time after updating in the output buffer.

When the main CPU 42 is in the special game state after the end of the first big win game or the second big win game, the main CPU 42 executes a drop lottery each time the special game is started. When the falling lottery is not won, the main CPU 42 continues control to the special game state regardless of the value of the number of times of time saving. That is, when the falling lottery is not won, the main CPU 42 continues the special game state without erasing the high probability flag and the first time saving flag stored in the main RWM 44 even if the number of time saving times is 0. to control. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the falling lottery is not won while the special game state is being controlled, even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game. It is continuously controlled to the special game state. That is, when the special game state is controlled after the end of the big win game and the fall lottery is not won before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game, after the end of the big win game. The special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times.

On the other hand, when the falling lottery is won, the main CPU 42 erases only the high-probability flag stored in the main RWM 44 and controls to the specific game state if the number of times of time saving is 1 or more. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game is controlled to the special game state after the end of the jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, if the fall lottery is won, the specific game is played. State controlled. After that, the main CPU 42 can erase the first time saving flag when the number of times of time saving becomes 0, and control to the normal game state. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the big win game. , at least until the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the game is not controlled to the normal game state.

When the falling lottery is won, the main CPU 42 erases the high probability flag and the first time saving flag stored in the main RWM 44 if the number of time saving times is 0, and controls the normal game state. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the falling lottery is won while the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game. is controlled to the normal game state.

The main CPU 42 does not execute the falling lottery while controlling to the specific game state. When the main CPU 42 is controlling to the specific game state after the end of the first big win game or the second big win game, the first time saving flag is erased when the number of times of time saving becomes 0, and the main CPU 42 can control to the normal game state. is. As will be described later, when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the specific game state, the main CPU 42 may control to the normal game state or to the special game state. After the end of the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game, when the main CPU42 is controlled to the specific game state, if the number of times of the time saving is 1 or more, the main CPU does not erase the first time saving flag and continues to the specific game state. to control.

The main CPU 42 may store the second time saving flag in the main RWM 44 and control the special game state when the chance symbol is derived. In other words, the main CPU 42 may control the time saving state after the chance symbols are derived in the special game (after the predetermined condition is satisfied) even if the big winning symbols are not derived in the special game. Specifically, when the stop symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 in the special symbol end process is a chance symbol and is in a non-time saving state, the main RWM 44 is made to store a second time saving flag and controlled to a special game state. do. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the time saving state after the chance symbol is derived in the special game in the non time saving state (after the predetermined condition is satisfied). In other words, the main CPU 42 controls to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state. The main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of times of time saving (200 times in this embodiment) when controlling from the normal game state to the special game state. The number of time saving times (200 times in this embodiment) stored in the main RWM 44 when the special game state is controlled is an example of the specific number of times.

The main CPU 42 does not execute the falling lottery while controlling to the special game state. When the main CPU 42 is in the special game state, the main CPU 42 can erase the second time saving flag when the number of times of time saving becomes 0, and can control to the normal game state. As will be described later, when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special game state, the main CPU 42 may control to the normal game state or to the special game state. When the main CPU 42 is controlling to the special game state, if the number of times of time saving is 1 or more, the main CPU 42 does not erase the second time saving flag and continues to control to the special game state.

When the stop symbol information is not the chance symbol, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state. That is, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state based on the fact that a special symbol (lost symbol as an example) different from the chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state. However, if the stop symbol information is not a chance symbol when in the special game state, the main CPU 42 can continue to control the special game state.

Also, even if the stop symbol information is a chance symbol, in the case of the time saving state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state. However, when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special symbol ending process, the main CPU 42 may store the second time saving flag in the main RWM 44 and control to the special game state. Specifically, when the time saving count becomes 0 in the specific game state and the stop pattern information is a chance pattern, the main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag and stores the second time saving flag to perform a special operation. Control to play state. At this time, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of times of time saving (200 times in this embodiment) and stores the time saving number command in the output buffer. By the way, when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the specific game state and the stop pattern information is not a chance pattern, the main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag and controls to the normal game state. As described above, when the special game state is established, the game may be controlled to the normal game state based on the fact that the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaches a predetermined number of times. In other words, when it is controlled to the time-saving state based on winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, it is controlled to the non-time-saving state based on the fact that the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game has reached a predetermined number. may be When the main CPU 42 is controlled to the specific game state, it can be controlled to the normal game state based on the fact that the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game. When the chance symbols are derived in the special game of the number of times, the game is controlled to the special game state after the special game of the number of times of the predetermined number is finished. If the number of times of time saving is 1 or more in the specific game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of times of time saving in the main RWM 44 . That is, when the main CPU 42 is controlling to the specific game state, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the special game of the predetermined number after the end of the jackpot game, the chance symbols are derived. is not controlled to a special game state. As described above, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the special game of the predetermined number after the end of the jackpot game in the specific game state, the special game state is not controlled. On the other hand, when the special game is in the specific game state and the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the predetermined number after the end of the jackpot game, the game is controlled to the special game state.

When the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special game state and the stop pattern information is a chance pattern, the main CPU 42 controls the special game state without erasing the second time saving flag. At this time, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the number of times of time saving (200 times in this embodiment) and stores the time saving number command in the output buffer. Incidentally, when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special game state and the stop pattern information is not a chance pattern, the main CPU 42 erases the second time saving flag and controls to the normal game state. Thus, in the special game state, there is a case where the game is controlled to the normal game state based on the fact that the number of executions of the special game after control to the special game state reaches a specific number of times. That is, when it is controlled to the time-saving state based on the establishment of a predetermined condition in the non-time-saving state, it is configured to be controllable to the non-time-saving state based on the fact that a specific number of special games have been executed in the time-saving state. there is The main CPU 42 can be controlled to the normal game state based on the fact that the special game has been executed a specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state. When the chance symbols are derived, the game is controlled to a special game state after finishing the special game for the specified number of times. It should be noted that, if the number of time reductions is 1 or more when in the special game state, the main CPU 42 continues to control to the special game state, but does not control to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. , 200 times are not stored in the main RWM 44 as the number of times of time saving. That is, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the special game of the specified number of times after the control to the special game state, the main CPU 42 is in the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbols. do not control.

When the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in a special game state and the stop pattern information is a chance pattern, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of times of time saving in the main RWM 44.例文帳に追加That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the fall lottery is not won in the special game state and the chance symbols are derived in the special game for the predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the special game state is not controlled. . When the stop pattern information is a chance pattern after the end of the special game after the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and causes the main RWM 44 to save time. Do not store 200 times as the number of times. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the falling lottery is not won. When the chance symbol is derived in the game, it is not controlled to the special game state. When the number of times of time saving is 1 or more in the special game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of times of time saving in the main RWM 44 . That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game is controlled to the special game state after the end of the jackpot game and before the special game is executed for the predetermined number of times, the chance is given in the special game without winning the falling lottery. When the symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state.

Incidentally, when the main CPU 42 controls to the normal game state by winning the falling lottery after the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special game state, it does not control to the special game state when the stop symbol information is not the chance symbol. . On the other hand, when the main CPU 42 wins the fall lottery after the number of times of time saving becomes 0 in the special game state and controls to the normal game state, the main RWM 44 sends the second time saving to the main RWM 44 when the stop symbol information is the chance symbol. A flag is stored to control from a normal game state to a special game state. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special games have been executed a predetermined number of times, when the falling lottery is won, the normal game state is controlled. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game executed based on winning the falling lottery, the game is controlled to a special game state after the special game is finished.

Here, the number of times of time saving when it is controlled to the time saving state will be described.
The number of times of time saving is information capable of specifying the remaining number of minimum guarantee times of special games that can be executed in the time saving state when the big win lottery is not won after being controlled to the time saving state. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 ends the time saving state when a big win is won in a big win lottery after being controlled to the time saving state and a big win pattern is derived in a special game. After the end of the first jackpot game, 100 times are stored in the main RWM 44 as the number of times of time saving. In other words, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the first jackpot game and even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery is a predetermined number of times. be. After the second jackpot game ends, either 20 times or 100 times is stored in the main RWM 44 as the number of times of time saving. In other words, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the second jackpot game and even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery is a predetermined number of times. be. After the chance symbol is derived in the special game and the time saving state is controlled (after the predetermined condition is satisfied), 200 times is stored in the main RWM 44 as the number of time saving. In other words, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state after the control to the time-saving state after the establishment of a prescribed condition is a predetermined specific number of times even if a big win is not won in a big win lottery. In this way, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state even after being controlled to the time-saving state after the establishment of the predetermined condition and not winning the jackpot lottery is after the first jackpot game ends. Even if a big win is not won in a jackpot lottery after being controlled in the time-saving state, it is higher than the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state. Further, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state after the time-saving state is controlled after the establishment of the predetermined condition and even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery is the time-saving state after the second jackpot game ends. Even if a big win is not won in a big win lottery after being controlled by the control, it is higher than the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state.

When the number of time reductions is 1 or more in the special game state, the main CPU 42 continues to control to the special game state, but does not control to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbol, and does not control to the special game state. The RWM 44 is not made to store 200 times as the number of times of time saving. Therefore, in the pachinko machine 10, even if the predetermined condition is satisfied again before the special game is executed a specific number of times after being controlled to the time saving state after the predetermined condition is satisfied in the non time saving state, the non Even if a big win is not won in a jackpot lottery after a prescribed condition is established in the time saving state, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state does not increase.

Further, when the number of times of time saving is 1 or more in either the special game state or the specific game state, the main CPU 42 does not control to the special game state and does not store 200 times as the number of times of time saving in the main RWM 44 . For this reason, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the predetermined condition is satisfied after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the first jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the first jackpot game is executed. Even if a big win is not won in a big win lottery after the game ends, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state does not increase. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if a predetermined condition is satisfied after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the second jackpot game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the second jackpot game is executed. Even if a big win is not won in a big win lottery after the game ends, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state does not increase.

Next, normal symbol input processing performed by the main CPU 42 will be described.
In the normal symbol input process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the game ball has passed through the gate 25 (entered) based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the normal starting sensor SE5. When the game ball has not passed through the gate 25, the main CPU 42 terminates the normal symbol input process. On the other hand, when the game ball passes through the gate 25, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the number of normal reservations stored in the main RWM 44 is less than the upper limit number. When the normal reserved number is not less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 terminates the normal symbol input process. When the number of normal reservations is less than the upper limit number, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the number of normal reservations and updates it. The main CPU 42 controls the normal reservation display section 13f so as to display information capable of specifying the number of normal reservations after updating.

Next, the main CPU 42 acquires a random number generated by the random number circuit 45 and causes the main RWM 44 to store random number information based on the acquired random number. The main CPU 42 stores the random number information so that it can be specified that the random number information is for normal games and the order in which the random number information is stored. After that, the main CPU 42 terminates the normal symbol input process. The pachinko gaming machine 10 of this embodiment stores the random number information used in the normal game in the main RWM 44, so that the execution of the normal game can be suspended until the conditions for executing the normal game are satisfied.

Next, normal symbol start processing performed by the main CPU 42 will be described.
In the normal symbol start process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the normal game are satisfied. The main CPU 42 makes an affirmative determination when the normal winning game is not being played and when the normal game is not being executed, and makes a negative determination when the normal winning game is being played or the normal game is being executed. When the normal game execution condition is not satisfied, the main CPU 42 terminates the normal symbol start process. When the normal game execution condition is satisfied, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the number of normal reservations is greater than zero. When the normal reserved number is 0, the normal symbol start process is terminated.

When the number of normal reservations is greater than 0, the main CPU 42 performs processing for executing a normal game. Specifically, the main CPU 42 subtracts 1 from the number of normal reservations and updates it. The main CPU 42 controls the normal reservation display section 13f so as to display information capable of specifying the number of normal reservations after updating. Next, the main CPU 42 acquires from the main RWM 44 the random number information stored first among the random number information for the normal game. Subsequently, the main CPU 42 uses the acquired random number information to perform a normal lottery (normal win determination) to determine whether or not to win a normal win. In addition, the main CPU 42 performs a normal lottery with a normal winning probability according to the current ball entry state (any of the non-time saving state, the first time saving state, and the second time saving state), and whether or not the normal winning is won determine whether The normal hit probability in the first time saving state is higher than the normal hitting probability in the non time saving state and the second time saving state. In other words, when it is in the first time-saving state, it is easier to win a normal hit than when it is in the non-time-saving state and the second time-saving state. In addition, the normal hit probability in the second time saving state is the same as the normal hitting probability in the non-time saving state. For this reason, the first time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 as compared with the non-time-saving state and the second time-saving state. Thus, the first time-saving state is advantageous compared to the non-time-saving state and the second time-saving state.

When the normal winning is won, the main CPU 42 determines the normal winning symbols to be fixed and displayed in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game, and then terminates the normal symbol start processing. When the normal winning is not won, the main CPU 42 terminates the normal symbol start processing after determining the normal losing symbols to be fixed and displayed in the normal game and the fluctuation time of the normal game. In this embodiment, the variation time of the normal game in the time-saving state is shorter than the variation time of the normal game in the non-time-saving state. For this reason, in the time-saving state, the number of ordinary lotteries executed per unit time tends to increase as compared with the non-time-saving state. As a result, in the time saving state, the number of winning times per unit time is likely to increase as compared with the non-working time saving state. Therefore, the time-saving state has a higher advantage regarding entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 than the non-time-saving state. After completing the normal symbol start process, the main CPU 42 causes the normal game to be executed by a process different from the normal symbol start process. Specifically, the main CPU 42 starts the normal game, and when the fluctuation time determined in the normal symbol start process has passed, the normal symbol determined in the normal symbol start process is fixed and stopped. It controls the display unit 13e.

Next, the normal winning game processing performed by the main CPU 42 will be described.
The normal per game process is a process for giving a normal per game. The main CPU 42 of the present embodiment performs the following control by executing normal winning game processing as timer interrupt processing.

When the main CPU 42 derives the normal winning symbols in the normal game, the main CPU 42 executes the normal winning game processing after the normal winning normal game ends. In the normal winning game process, the main CPU 42 controls the normal solenoid SL1 so that the second starting port 16 is opened in the opening mode in the time saving state when it is in the time saving state. In addition, when the main CPU 42 is in the non-time-saving state, the main CPU 42 normally controls the solenoid SL1 so that the second starting port 16 is opened in the open mode in the non-time-saving state.

In the present embodiment, the opening mode in the time saving state has a higher number of times that the second start port 16 is opened in one normal per game compared to the opening mode in the non-time saving state, and The total time for which the second starting port 16 is open is long. Therefore, when the second starting port 16 is opened in the open mode when the time saving state, compared to when the second starting port 16 is opened in the open mode when the non-time saving state It is easy to enter a game ball into the starting port 16.例文帳に追加That is, when it is in the time saving state, the advantage of entering the game ball into the second starting port 16 is higher than when it is in the non-time saving state.

As described above, the first time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 as compared with the non-time-saving state. The second time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding entry of the game ball to the second starting port 16 as compared with the non-time-saving state. That is, the special game state, the special game state, and the special game state have a higher advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 as compared with the normal game state. Also, the first time-saving state has a higher advantage regarding the ball entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 as compared with the second time-saving state. That is, the specific game state and the special game state have a higher degree of advantage regarding the entry of the game ball into the second starting port 16 as compared with the special game state.

Next, variation pattern determination processing will be described. The variation pattern determination process corresponds to the first process. The variation pattern determination process includes a process of determining the type of variation pattern table and a process of determining a variation pattern based on the variation pattern table.

First, the process of determining the type of variation pattern table will be described.
As described above, the main CPU 42 updates the win-related information based on the game state in the special game before the start of the big win game and the big win symbols derived in the special game. Further, the main CPU 42 may update the winning-related information based on the number of times the special game has been executed since the end of the big win game. Specifically, the main CPU 42 updates the winning-related information and stores it in the main RWM 44 each time the special game is finished until the number of executions of the special game reaches 120 after the jackpot game is finished. Not limited to this, the main CPU 42 may update the winning-related information and store it in the main RWM 44 each time the special game ends until the next big win game starts. That is, the winning-related information is information that can specify the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game. For example, when the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the first non-time-saving information as the winning-related information when starting the jackpot game, the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game (hereinafter referred to as the number of executions after the jackpot) ) is 0 times is stored in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. At this time, the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is the first non-time-saving information, and is information that can specify that the number of executions after the big hit is 0 times. After the big win game ends, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the post-big win execution count when ending the special game, and stores it in the main RWM 44 as winning related information. At this time, the winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 is the first non-time-saving information, and is information that can specify that the number of executions after the big hit is one. After that, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the post-jackpot execution count each time the special game ends, and stores it in the main RWM 44 as winning-related information. In this way, the winning-related information may be updated based on the number of times the special game has been executed since the end of the big win game. That is, the winning-related information is based on the number of executions of the special game after the end of the big win game, the game state in the special game before the start of the big win game, and the big win symbols derived in the special game. updated. Further, as described above, the main CPU 42 updates the game state information and stores it in the main RWM 44 when the probability state and the ball-entered state are changed. As described above, the information stored by the main RWM 44 includes the winning-related information based on winning the big win in the big-win lottery and the game state information based on the game state. Then, in the variation pattern determination process, the main CPU 42 determines the type of variation pattern table based on the winning-related information and the game state information stored in the main RWM 44 .

As shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the main CPU 42 determines the type of variation pattern table based on the winning-related information and the game state information. In other words, the main CPU 42 determines the ball entry state when the big win is won in the big win lottery, the big win symbols derived in the special game, the number of executions of the special game after the big win game is over, and the type of the variation pattern table. The type of variation pattern table is determined based on the probability state and the ball-entering state at the time of determination.

For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, and the gaming state information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 is the variation pattern table HTB01 and A fluctuation pattern table HTB31 is determined. The variation pattern table HTB01 is a common variation pattern table, and is a variation pattern table that is determined regardless of whether the winning-related information or the gaming state information is used. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 99 times, and the gaming state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB32. decide. If the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the big hit is 100 to 119 times, and the gaming state information is the low probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and variation Determine the pattern table HTB12. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 120 times or more, and the gaming state information is the low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table Determine HTB11.

When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, and the gaming state information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern Determine table HTB31. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 99 times, and the gaming state information is high-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB32. decide. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the gaming state information is high-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB33. to decide. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the gaming state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 changes the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB21. to decide.

In this way, the main CPU 42 may determine different variation pattern tables according to the number of executions after a big hit, even if the winning-related information is the same first non-time-saving information and the game state information is the same. . For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, and the gaming state information is the highly-probable time-saving information, the main CPU42 will determine that the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, and 99 times. A different variation pattern table is determined when . When the number of executions after the big win in the winning-related information is 0 to 98, it means that the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the first big win game is finished. When the number of executions after the big win in the winning related information is 99 times, the special game is executed for the predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game. In this way, the main CPU 42 executes the special game less than the predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game, when the special game is executed the predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game, to determine different fluctuation pattern tables. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, the special game can be executed with a variation pattern determined only when the special game is executed for the predetermined number of times after the end of the first jackpot game.

The main CPU 42 may determine a different variation pattern table according to the game state information even if the winning-related information is the same first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the big hit is the same. For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the jackpot is 120 times or more, the main CPU 42 determines that the gaming state information is low-probability non-time-saving information and high-probability time-saving information. A different variation pattern table is determined when there is and when it is low-probability short-time information. When the game state information is the low-probability non-time-saving information, when the falling lottery is won after the end of the first big win game, and the special game is executed a predetermined number of times or more after the end of the first big win game. be. When the game state information is high-probability time-saving information, it is when the falling lottery is not won after the end of the first big win game and the special game is executed a predetermined number of times or more after the end of the first big win game. . When the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, a fall lottery is won after the end of the first big win game, and after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times or more after the end of the first big win game, a chance is given. This is when the pattern is derived. Thus, the main CPU 42 can determine different variation pattern tables depending on the game state. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, a special game can be executed with a variation pattern suitable for the probability state. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, for example, a special game can be executed with a variation pattern suitable for the state of ball entry.

The main CPU 42 may determine the same variation pattern table even if the game state information is different when the winning-related information is the same first non-time-saving information and the same number of executions after the big hit. For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, and the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, the main CPU 42 determines that the gaming state information is low probability time-saving information, and The same variation pattern table is determined when it is time saving information. When the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, it is when the fall lottery is won after the end of the first big win game and the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game. . When the game state information is high-probability time-saving information, it is when the fall lottery is not won after the end of the first big win game and the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game. . In this way, the main CPU 42 can determine the same variation pattern table even if the gaming state is different. Thereby, in the pachinko game machine 10, for example, when the drop lottery is won and when the drop lottery is not won, the special game can be executed with the same variation pattern.

When the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information to determine the variation pattern table. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information to determine the variation pattern table. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the second time-saving information to determine the variation pattern table.

As described above, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table based on the winning-related information and the game state information. For example, when it is controlled to a specific game state after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won in the normal game state, in the 21st to 40th special games from the end of the jackpot game, the fluctuation pattern table A variation pattern is determined based on HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB12. Further, in the 41st and subsequent special games after the end of the big win game, the variation pattern is determined based on the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB11.

In the pachinko game machine 10, when it is controlled to the specific game state after the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won in the normal game state is finished, the special game is executed 20 times after the jackpot game is finished. It is controlled to the normal game state based on reaching. Therefore, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the normal game state in the 21st to 40th special games after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won in the normal game state. In addition, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the normal game state even in the 41st and subsequent special games after the end of the second jackpot game based on the jackpot won in the normal game state. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even in the same normal game state, winning-related information may differ depending on the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the jackpot game, and the determined variation pattern table may differ. In this way, when the non-time-saving state is controlled based on the fact that the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game has reached a predetermined number, winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44 in the subsequent non-time-saving state. has multiple types.

Further, after controlling to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbols, the main CPU 42 determines the same variation pattern table regardless of the type of winning-related information. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of times of execution after the big hit is 100 times or more, and when the game state information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game based on the derivation of the chance symbol It is when the state is controlled. When the winning related information is the second non-time-saving information, the number of times of execution after the big hit is 20 times or more, and the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the special game is based on the derivation of the chance symbol. It is when the state is controlled. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the execution count after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the chance symbol is derived (formation of the predetermined condition). It is when it is controlled to a special game state based on. When the winning related information is the second time saving information, the number of times of execution after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the game state information is the low probability time saving information, the special game state is based on the derivation of the chance symbol. is controlled by In these situations, the main CPU 42 determines the same variation pattern table (variation pattern table HTB01 and variation pattern table HTB21) in any situation. That is, when the main CPU 42 controls to the time-saving state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition in the non-time-saving state, regardless of the type of winning-related information stored in the main RWM 44, the same variation pattern table Decide on the type. After controlling to the special game state, when the special game is executed 200 times without winning the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 42 controls to the normal game state. In the variation pattern determination process after controlling to the normal game state, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB11 regardless of the winning-related information. In this way, in the variation pattern determination process, the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition in the non-time saving state, and the fact that the special game has been executed a specific number of times after controlling to the time saving state. The type of variation pattern table different from the non-time saving state controlled based on is determined.

Next, processing for determining a variation pattern based on the variation pattern table will be described.
As shown in FIGS. 13(a) to 13(e) and FIGS. 14(a) to 14(c), the variation pattern table includes a plurality of variation patterns. Each variation pattern has its own variation time for the special game. The main CPU 42 determines one of the variation patterns included in the determined variation pattern table. Specifically, in the variation pattern determination process in the big win game process, the main CPU 42 performs a variation pattern determination lottery using variation pattern random numbers, the result of the big win lottery is winning, and the special symbol is a variation of the big winning symbol. Any variation pattern is determined from among the patterns. That is, the main CPU 42 determines one of the "normal reach" jackpot change pattern and the "super reach" jackpot change pattern. In the variation pattern determination processing in the losing game processing, the main CPU 42 determines one of the variation patterns of the winning symbols in which the result of the big win lottery is not won and the special symbol is a losing symbol. That is, the main CPU 42 determines any one of the losing variation pattern of "no reach", the losing variation pattern of "normal reach", and the losing variation pattern of "super reach". The main CPU 42 uses the effect determination random number and the effect determination value specified from the obtained random number information to perform effect lottery to determine whether or not to execute the ready-to-win effect. When the ready-to-win effect is to be executed, the main CPU 42 performs a lottery for determining a variation pattern using a variation pattern random number, and draws a lottery for one of the losing variation pattern of "normal reach" and the losing variation pattern of "super ready-to-win". determined by When the ready-to-win effect is not executed, the main CPU 42 determines the loss variation pattern of "no ready-to-win". In the variation pattern determination process in the chance game process, the main CPU 42 determines a variation pattern in which the result of the big win lottery is not won and the special symbol is a chance symbol.

For example, when the variation pattern table HTB01 and the variation pattern table HTB11 are determined, the main CPU 42 determines one of the variation patterns HP01 to HP03 and the variation patterns HP11 to HP13. The main CPU 42 determines either the variation pattern HP02 or the variation pattern HP13 in the variation pattern determination process in the big win game process. The main CPU 42 determines any one of the variation pattern HP01, the variation pattern HP11, and the variation pattern HP12 in the variation pattern determination process in the losing game process. The main CPU 42 uses the effect determination random number and the effect determination value specified from the obtained random number information to perform effect lottery to determine whether or not to execute the ready-to-win effect. When executing the ready-to-win effect, the main CPU 42 determines one of the variation pattern HP01 and the variation pattern HP12. When the ready-to-win effect is not executed, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern of the variation pattern HP11. The main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern of the variation pattern HP03 in the variation pattern determination process in the chance game process.

In this way, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern based on the variation pattern table, the result of the jackpot lottery, and the special symbols derived in the special game. In this embodiment, the fluctuation pattern table HTB01 is a common fluctuation pattern table. Therefore, the variation pattern associated with execution of the normal ready-to-win effect is the same variation pattern regardless of the winning-related information and the game state information. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the normal ready-to-win effect is the same in any of the normal game state, the special game state, the specific game state, and the special game state. Similarly, the variation pattern in the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is the variation pattern determined regardless of the winning-related information and the game state information. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the variation pattern of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is the same in any of the normal game state, the special game state, the specific game state, and the special game state.

On the other hand, the variation pattern tables other than the variation pattern table HTB01 are variation pattern tables determined based on the winning-related information and the gaming state information. Therefore, the loss variation pattern of "no reach" can be a different variation pattern depending on the winning-related information and the game state information. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the loss variation pattern of "no reach" may differ depending on which of the normal game state, the special game state, the specific game state, and the special game state. Also, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the super ready-to-win effect can be different variation patterns according to the winning-related information and the game state information. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, depending on which of the normal game state, the special game state, the specific game state, and the special game state, the variation pattern associated with the execution of the super ready-to-win effect may differ. As described above, the main CPU 42 can execute a variation pattern determination process of determining a variation pattern based on the determined variation pattern table after determining the type of variation pattern table based on the winning-related information and the gaming state information. be.

Next, mode control command generation processing for generating a mode control command will be described. The mode control command generation process corresponds to the second process. A mode control command corresponds to a specific control command.

The main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing when the winning-related information is updated. The main CPU 42 executes mode control command generation processing when the game state information is updated. That is, the main CPU 42 executes the mode control command generation process when at least one of the winning-related information and the gaming state information is updated.

As shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the main CPU 42 determines mode control commands to be stored in the output buffer based on the winning-related information and game state information. That is, the main CPU 42 determines the ball entry state when a big win is won in the big win lottery, the big win symbols derived in the special game, the number of executions of the special game after the end of the big win game, and the mode control command. A mode control command is determined based on the probability state and the ball entry state at the time.

For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, and the gaming state information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 issues the mode control command CMD31. Store in the output buffer. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 99 times, and the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD32 in the output buffer. . When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 to 119 times, and the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU outputs the mode control command CMD41. Store in buffer. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 120 times or more, and the game state information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU42 sends the mode control command CMD42 to the output buffer. Store.

When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, and the gaming state information is highly accurate time-saving information, the main CPU outputs the mode control command CMD33 to the output buffer. store in When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 99 times, and the game state information is high-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD34 in the output buffer. . When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the game state information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD35 in the output buffer. do. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the game state information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD91 in the output buffer. do.

Thus, the main CPU 42 stores different mode control commands in the output buffer even if the determined variation pattern table is the same. For example, if the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, and the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times, the main CPU 42 determines that the gaming state information is low probability time-saving information, and While determining the same variation pattern table when it is time saving information, different mode control commands are stored in the output buffer. When the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, it is when the fall lottery is won after the end of the first big win game and the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game. . When the game state information is high-probability time-saving information, it is when the fall lottery is not won after the end of the first big win game and the special game is executed less than a predetermined number of times after the end of the first big win game. . In this way, the main CPU 42 can determine the same variation pattern table even if the game state is different, and store different mode control commands in the output buffer depending on the game state. As a result, in the pachinko game machine 10, for example, when the fall lottery is won and when the fall lottery is not won, different mode control commands are output while executing the special game with the same variation pattern. There is

When the winning-related information is the second non-time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information and stores the mode control command in the output buffer. When the winning-related information is the first time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information and stores the mode control command in the output buffer. When the winning-related information is the second time-saving information, the main CPU 42 performs the same control as when it is the first non-time-saving information and stores the mode control command in the output buffer.

As described above, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command in the output buffer based on the winning related information and the game state information. That is, the main CPU 42 can execute mode control command generation processing for outputting a mode control command to the sub CPU 51 based on the winning-related information and the game state information. Even if the winning-related information is the same, the main CPU 42 determines that when the gaming state information is low-probability short-time information, which is an example of the first specific information, and low-probability short-time information, which is an example of the second specific information, and high Different mode control commands are output when it is time-saving information. For example, when the winning-related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 110 times, and the game state information is low-probability non-time-saving information, the main CPU42 outputs the mode control command CMD41 to the output buffer store in On the other hand, when the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of executions after the big hit is 110 times, and the gaming state information is low-probability time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD91 to the output buffer. Store. In addition, when the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 110 times, and the game state information is high-accuracy time-saving information, the main CPU 42 sends the mode control command CMD35 to the output buffer. Store. In this way, even if the winning-related information is the same, the main CPU 42 issues different mode control commands when the game state information is the first specific information and when the game state information is the second specific information. Output to the secondary CPU 51 .

After controlling to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbol, the main CPU 42 stores the same mode control command in the output buffer regardless of the type of winning-related information. Winning related information is the first non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the situation where the game state information is low-probability time-saving information is a special game based on the chance symbol being derived It is a state controlled situation. When the winning related information is the first non-time-saving information and the number of times of execution after the big hit is 100 times or more, and when the game state information is low-probability time-saving information, a special game based on the derivation of the chance symbol It is when the state is controlled. When the winning related information is the second non-time-saving information, the number of times of execution after the big hit is 20 times or more, and the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the special game is based on the derivation of the chance symbol. It is when the state is controlled. When the winning related information is the first time saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the game state information is the low probability time saving information, the chance symbol is derived (establishment of the predetermined condition) It is when it is controlled to a special game state based on. When the winning related information is the second time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 100 times or more, and the game state information is the low-probability time-saving information, the special game state is based on the derivation of the chance symbol. is controlled by In either situation, the main CPU 42 stores the mode control command CMD91 in the output buffer. That is, when the main CPU 42 controls to the time saving state based on the fact that the predetermined condition is satisfied in the non-time saving state, the sub CPU 51 is in the same mode regardless of the type of winning related information stored in the main RWM 44 Output control commands. That is, when the main CPU 42 controls to the time-saving state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, which winning-related information is stored in the main RWM 44 when the second specific information is stored in the main RWM 44 The same mode control command is output to the secondary CPU 51 regardless of the time. After controlling to the special game state, when the special game is executed 200 times without winning the jackpot lottery, the main CPU 42 controls to the normal game state. In this case, the mode control command stored in the output buffer is one of mode control command CMD42, mode control command CMD72, and mode control command CMD82. In this way, the main CPU 42 controls the time saving state based on the establishment of a predetermined condition in the non-time saving state, and the special game executed a specific number of times after controlling to the time saving state. A different mode control command is output to the secondary CPU 51 in the non-time saving state.

Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 51 of the sub control board 50 will be described.
First, control command input processing performed by the secondary CPU 51 will be described.
When receiving a mode control command, the sub CPU 51 causes the sub RWM 53 to store information on a game state that can be specified from the mode control command. For example, when the mode control command CMD42 is input, the sub-RWM 53 is made to store information that can identify the normal game state. For example, when the mode control command CMD33 is input, the sub-RWM 53 stores information that can identify the special game state. For example, when the mode control command CMD31 is input, the sub-RWM 53 is made to store information that can identify the specific game state. For example, when the mode control command CMD91 is input, the secondary RWM 53 is made to store information that can identify the special game state. Further, when a mode control command is input, the sub CPU 51 stores in the sub RWM 53 information based on winning a big win in a big win lottery that can be specified from the mode control command. For example, when the mode control command CMD42 is input, the sub CPU51 is the first non-time saving information or the first time saving information, and the information that can specify that the number of executions after the big hit is 120 times or more The sub RWM53 be memorized. For example, when the mode control command CMD61 is input, the sub CPU51 stores second time saving information in the sub RWM53 that can specify that the number of executions after the big hit is 0 to 98 times. When the sub-CPU 51 inputs the time-saving number command, after being controlled to the time-saving state and not winning the jackpot lottery, the sub CPU 51 calculates the remaining number of minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state. Identifiable information is stored in the secondary RWM 53 .

Next, the big hit effect processing performed by the sub CPU 51 will be described.
The big hit effect processing is a process for executing the effect during the big win game. When the opening command is input, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE so as to execute a right-handed promotion effect. As a result, it is possible to make the player easily understand that right-handed hitting is recommended during the big-win game, and to make it easy to continue right-handed hitting even in the time-saving state after the big-win game is over. . That is, when the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the time-saving state based on the winning of the big win in the big win lottery, the game ball is moved to the right region R2 (specific region) of the game board YB upon the derivation of the big win symbol. Execute a right-handed promotion effect that encourages the flow down. The secondary CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE so as to end the right-handed promotion performance and execute the opening performance when a predetermined time has elapsed after starting the right-handed promotion performance. When the sub CPU 51 inputs the round command, it controls the effect device group DE so as to execute the round effect. When the sub CPU 51 inputs the ending command, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE so as to execute the ending effect.

Next, the processing related to the execution of the effect performed by the sub CPU 51 will be described.
First, the effect game processing will be described.
The effect game process is a process for causing the effect display device EH to execute the effect game as one of the display effects related to the special game during execution of the special game. When the sub CPU 51 inputs the variation start command and the special symbol command, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the effect game.

The secondary CPU 51 performs a process (hereinafter referred to as an effect pattern determination process) for determining the effect pattern (details of effect) of the effect game based on the input mode control command and the variation pattern that can be specified from the change start command. Run. The effect pattern determination process will be described later in detail. Also, the sub CPU 51 determines a symbol combination to be derived in the effect game based on special symbols that can be specified from the input special symbol command. The sub CPU 51 determines a combination of jackpot symbols when the jackpot symbols can be identified from the special symbol command. The sub CPU 51 determines a non-jackpot symbol combination when the symbol deviating from the special symbol command can be specified. The sub CPU 51 determines a non-jackpot symbol combination when the chance symbol can be specified from the special symbol command. The sub CPU 51 may determine a non-jackpot symbol combination including a reach when a loss variation pattern associated with execution of either the normal reach effect or the super reach effect is specified.

In the effect game process, the secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to start the variable display of the effect symbols of each symbol row with the input of the variation start command as a trigger. That is, the sub CPU 51 starts the effect game. The secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the effect game is performed based on the determined effect pattern during the variation time determined by the variation pattern. Then, after starting the effect game, when a predetermined timing arrives, the sub CPU 51 temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination, and upon input of the variation end command, stops and fixes the symbol combination. For example, when the secondary CPU 51 inputs a variation start command of a missing variation pattern associated with execution of a super ready-to-win effect, after starting the effect game, the super ready-to-win effect is executed, and when a predetermined timing arrives, The pattern combination is temporarily stopped and displayed, and the pattern combination is fixed and stopped displayed with the input of the fluctuation end command as a trigger.

Next, the effect pattern determination process performed by the sub CPU 51 will be described.
The secondary CPU 51 performs processing for determining the effect pattern (details of effect) of the effect game based on the input mode control command and the variation pattern that can be specified from the variation start command. When the sub CPU 51 receives the mode control command, it determines the effect pattern table. The effect pattern table has a plurality of effect patterns. The secondary CPU 51 determines the effect pattern table in accordance with the input mode control command. For example, when the sub CPU 51 receives the mode control command CMD33, it determines an effect pattern table having effect patterns to be executed in the special game state after the end of the first jackpot game. For example, when the sub CPU 51 receives the mode control command CMD51, it determines an effect pattern table having effect patterns to be executed in the specific game state after the second jackpot game ends. For example, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the mode control command CMD52, in the specific game state after the end of the second big win game, the effect pattern table having the effect pattern to be executed for the predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game. to decide. For example, when the sub CPU 51 receives the mode control command CMD91, it determines an effect pattern table having effect patterns to be executed in the special game state controlled based on the derivation of the chance symbol. In this way, when a mode control command is input, the sub CPU 51 determines an effect pattern table corresponding to the mode control command. The sub CPU 51 determines different effect pattern tables according to the mode control command. Therefore, the mode control command can also be said to be information capable of specifying the effect pattern table. Then, when the variation start command is input, the sub CPU 51 determines an effect pattern from the determined effect pattern table based on the variation pattern that can be specified by the input variation start command. The sub CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE so that various effects including the effect game are performed based on the effect pattern determined in the effect pattern determination process.

Next, a description will be given of the process of executing the shift suggestion effect performed by the sub CPU 51. FIG.
When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH to execute the transition suggesting effect. That is, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH to execute the transition suggestive effect when the interval between fluctuations is started by being controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the normal game state. I do. Mode control command CMD91 corresponds to a specific specific control command. After that, the sub CPU 51 counts the execution time of the shift suggestion effect. When 5 seconds have passed since the transition suggesting effect started, the sub CPU 51 terminates the transition suggesting effect. In this way, when the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the time-saving state based on the establishment of a predetermined condition without winning the big win in the big win lottery, the sub CPU 51 performs a transition suggestive effect triggered by the input of a specific mode control command. let it run. Note that the secondary CPU 51 does not execute the transition suggesting effect when the input mode control command is a mode control command different from the mode control command CMD91. Further, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the transition suggesting effect when the predetermined interval start command is input.

Next, the process of executing the right-handed promotion effect performed by the sub CPU 51 will be described.
When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH to execute the right-handed promotion effect after ending the transition suggesting effect. . That is, the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the normal game state, and when five seconds have passed since the inter-variation interval started, the effect display device EH is displayed. Control to execute right-handed promotion performance is performed. After that, when the sub CPU 51 inputs the variation start command, it terminates the right-handed promotion effect. In this way, when the secondary CPU 51 is controlled to the time-saving state based on the establishment of a predetermined condition without winning a big win in the big win lottery, the sub CPU 51 produces a right-handed promotion performance triggered by the input of a specific mode control command. to run. Note that the secondary CPU 51 does not execute the right-handed promotion effect when the input mode control command is a mode control command different from the mode control command CMD91. In addition, when the sub CPU 51 receives a predetermined interval start command, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the right-handed promotion effect.

Further, the sub CPU 51 can execute an effect different from the transition suggesting effect and the right-handed hitting promotion effect. The sub CPU 51 can control the effect display device EH to execute the chance effect. In this embodiment, the chance effect is a effect suggesting that a chance symbol is derived. The sub CPU 51 may perform control to execute a chance effect when the variation pattern HP03 is input. Specifically, when the input mode control commands are the mode control command CMD41 and the mode control command CMD42, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute the chance presentation when the variation pattern HP03 is input. When the input mode control commands are the mode control command CMD71 and the mode control command CMD72, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute the chance presentation when the variation pattern HP03 is input. When the input mode control commands are the mode control command CMD81 and the mode control command CMD82, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute the chance presentation when the variation pattern HP03 is input. That is, when the sub CPU 51 is in the normal game state and receives a variation pattern of a special game from which chance symbols are derived, the sub CPU 51 performs control to execute a chance effect. On the other hand, when the sub CPU 51 is in the special game state, the specific game state, or the special game state, even if the variation pattern of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is input, the chance effect is not executed. In addition, when the sub CPU 51 is in the normal game state and receives a special game variation pattern from which a winning symbol is derived, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the chance effect. Similarly, when the sub CPU 51 is in the normal game state and inputs a special game variation pattern from which a big win symbol is derived, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the chance effect. As described above, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game in the normal game state, a chance effect suggesting that the chance symbol is derived is executed on the effect display device EH. On the other hand, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game in any one of the special game state, the specific game state, and the special game state, a chance effect suggesting the derivation of the chance symbols is performed on the effect display device EH. Not executed.

As described above, the secondary CPU 51 performs control to execute the effect game, transition suggesting effect, right-handed promotion effect, and chance effect based on the input mode control command. That is, the sub CPU 51 executes processing related to the execution of the effect based on the mode control command input from the main CPU 42 .

Next, a case where the special game state is controlled and a case where the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the special game will be described.
As shown in FIG. 15, at timing t10, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At this time, the game state is a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t11, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the special game state. At the timing t11, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game, resulting in two times. At timing t12, it is assumed that the fall lottery is won and the special game is started. Therefore, at timing t12, the game state is controlled from the special game state to the specific game state. At timing t13, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the specific game state. At timing t13, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game. At timing t14, a special game starts. At timing t15, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At timing t15, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game, and becomes 0 times. Thus, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the big win game, and even if the falling lottery is won before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game, The game is not controlled to the normal game state at least until the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game. At timing t16, a special game starts. At timing t17, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to a special game state when a chance symbol is derived in a special game in the normal game state. At timing t17, the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times as a result of being controlled to the special game state.

As shown in FIG. 16, at timing t20, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At this time, the game state is a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t21, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the special game state. At the timing t21, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game, and it becomes 2 times. At timing t22, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At timing t23, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At this time, although the missing symbol is derived, the special game state is continuously controlled. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if any of the winning symbols and the chance symbols are derived in the special game when in the special game state, the normal game state is controlled based on the derivation of those symbols. not. At timing t23, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game, and it becomes 1 time. At timing t24, it is assumed that the drop lottery is won and the special game is started. Therefore, at timing t24, the game state is controlled from the special game state to the specific game state. At timing t25, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the chance symbols have been derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. At timing t25, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game and becomes 0 times, but the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times with being controlled to the special game state. After that, the special game starts at timing t26 and ends at timing t27. At this time, when the special game ends, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 and becomes 199 times. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the chance symbol is derived in the special game before the special game of the predetermined number after the end of the jackpot game while in the special game state, the special game state is entered. Not controlled. On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to a special game state when a fall lottery is won in a special game of a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game and a chance symbol is derived when the game machine 10 is in the special game state. be.

As shown in FIG. 17, at timing t30, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At this time, the game state is a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of time saving is 0 times. That is, the timing t30 is after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times without winning the falling lottery after the end of the jackpot game. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the big win game, and when the falling lottery is not won before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game, The special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times. At timing t31, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At this time, although the missing symbol is derived, the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t32, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At timing t33, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the specific game state. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special games have been executed a predetermined number of times, the chance symbols in the special game are not won in the falling lottery. is derived, it is not controlled to a special game state. At timing t34, it is assumed that the fall lottery is won and the special game is started. Therefore, at timing t32, the game state is controlled from the special game state to the normal game state. At timing t35, the special game is finished and the chance symbols are derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special games have been executed a predetermined number of times, when the falling lottery is won, the game state is changed to the normal game state. On the other hand, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game executed based on winning the falling lottery, the game is controlled to a special game state after the end of the special game. At timing t35, the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times as a result of being controlled to the special game state. After that, the special game starts at timing t36 and ends at timing t37. At this time, when the special game ends, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 and becomes 199 times.

As shown in FIG. 18, the special game starts at timing t40. At this time, it is assumed that the game state is a specific game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t41, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the specific game state. At the timing t41, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game, and it becomes 2 times. A special game starts at timing t42. At timing t43, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At this time, although the missing symbol is derived, it is continuously controlled to the specific game state. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if any of the winning symbols and the chance symbols are derived in the special game when in the specific game state, control is made to the normal game state based on the derivation of those symbols. not. At timing t43, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game. A special game starts at timing t44. At timing t45, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At timing t45, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 and becomes 0 times with the end of the special game, and when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 times, the specific game state is controlled to the normal game state. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be controlled to the normal game state based on the fact that the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaches a predetermined number when in the specific game state. A special game starts at timing t46. At timing t47, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. At the timing t47, the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times due to being controlled to the special game state.

As shown in FIG. 18, the special game starts at timing t40. At this time, it is assumed that the game state is a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t41, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, the number of times of time saving does not reach 200 times, and the special game state is continuously controlled. At the timing t41, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game, and it becomes 2 times. A special game starts at timing t42. At timing t43, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At this time, although the missing symbol is derived, it is continuously controlled to the special game state. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if any of the winning symbols and the chance symbols are derived in the special game when in the special game state, control is made to the normal game state based on the derivation of those symbols. not. At timing t43, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game. A special game starts at timing t44. At timing t45, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At timing t45, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game and becomes 0 times, and when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 times, the special game state is controlled to the normal game state. As described above, the pachinko game machine 10 may be controlled to the normal game state when the special game state is reached, based on the fact that the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game reaches a specific number. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is controlled to the time-saving state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the non-time-saving state, the non-time-saving state based on the execution of a special game of a specific number in the time-saving state is configured to be controllable. A special game starts at timing t46. At timing t47, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. At the timing t47, the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times due to being controlled to the special game state.

As shown in FIG. 19, the special game starts at timing t50. At this time, it is assumed that the game state is a specific game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t51, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the specific game state. At timing t51, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of reduction of working hours with the end of the special game, and it becomes 2 times. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the chance symbols are derived after the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the big win game and before the special game is executed a predetermined number of times, the big win game is finished. Even if a big win is not won in the big win lottery after that, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state does not increase. At timing t52, a special game starts. At timing t53, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the specific game state. At timing t53, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game to become 1 time. At timing t54, a special game starts. At timing t55, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, it is controlled from the specific game state to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. At timing t55, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game and becomes 0 times, but the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times with being controlled to the special game state. In this way, when the special game state is in the special game state, the special game state is not controlled when the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the special game of the predetermined number after the end of the jackpot game. On the other hand, when the special game is in the specific game state, the special game is controlled to the special game state when the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game. After that, the special game starts at timing t56 and ends at timing t57. At this time, when the special game ends, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 and becomes 199 times. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be controllable to the normal game state based on the fact that the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game while in the specific game state. In the game state, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game for a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the game is controlled to a special game state after the special game for the predetermined number of times is ended.

As shown in FIG. 19, the special game starts at timing t50. At this time, it is assumed that the game state is a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t51, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, the number of times of time saving does not reach 200 times, and the special game state is continuously controlled. Thus, in the pachinko game machine 10, after the chance symbols are derived in the non-time-saving state, the chance symbols are derived again after being controlled to the time-saving state and before the special game of a specific number of times is executed. Even so, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state does not increase even if the big win is not won in the big winning lottery after the chance symbols are derived in the non-time saving state. At timing t51, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of reduction of working hours with the end of the special game, and it becomes 2 times. At timing t52, a special game starts. At timing t53, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, the number of times of time saving does not reach 200 times, and the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t53, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game to become 1 time. At timing t54, a special game starts. At timing t55, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, it is controlled to a special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. At timing t55, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game and becomes 0 times, but the number of times of time saving becomes 200 times as a result of being controlled to a special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbol. . In this way, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the special game of the specified number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the special game state is controlled based on the derivation of the chance symbols. not. On the other hand, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game of the specified number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the special game state is controlled based on the derivation of the chance symbols. After that, the special game starts at timing t56 and ends at timing t57. At this time, when the special game ends, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 and becomes 199 times. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be controllable to the normal game state based on the execution of the special game a specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state, but is controlled to the special game state. After that, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game of the specified number of times, the game is controlled to the special game state after the special game of the specified number of times is finished.

Next, the interval time after the end of the special game will be explained.
As shown in FIGS. 20(a) to 20(d), when the special game ends, the inter-variation interval starts.

As shown in FIG. 20(a), at timing t60, the special game is started in the normal game state. At timing t61, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. Then, at timing t61, the inter-fluctuation interval starts. After 15 seconds have passed since the interval between fluctuations started at timing t61, the interval between fluctuations ends at timing t63. At this time, it is assumed that the second special reservation number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the second special game are established. At timing t63, the second special game starts after the interval between fluctuations ends. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, after the special game from which the chance symbols have been derived , the interval time is 15 seconds. As described above, the variation time of the special game from which chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t63 is 30 seconds.

It should be noted that, for example, when the game is controlled to the special game state before timing t60, if the drop lottery is won at timing t60, the game state is controlled to the normal game state at timing t60. Even in such a case, when the special game ends at timing t61 and the chance symbols are derived, the special game state is controlled and the inter-variation interval starts. Then, the inter-fluctuation interval ends at timing t63, which is timing 15 seconds after the inter-fluctuation interval started. As described above, in the pachinko game machine 10, even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the falling lottery is won when the special game state is continuously controlled. The interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the fall lottery is won and the chance pattern is derived. The time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is 30 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 20(b), at timing t60, the special game is started in the special game state, the specific game state, or the special game state. At timing t61, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbols are derived, the special game state is not controlled based on the derivation of the chance symbols. Then, at timing t61, the inter-fluctuation interval starts. After 0.5 seconds have passed since the interval between fluctuations started at timing t61, the interval between fluctuations ends at timing t62. At this time, it is assumed that the second special reservation number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the second special game are satisfied. At timing t62, the second special game starts after the interval between fluctuations ends. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the special game state, after the special game from which the chance symbols have been derived The interval time is 0.5 seconds. The variation time of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds. That is, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbol is derived without winning the falling lottery until the next special game can be started is 15.5 seconds. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game while in the specific game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 0. .5 seconds. The variation time of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds. In the pachinko game machine 10, if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game in the special game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 0. .5 seconds. The variation time of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 20(c), at timing t60, the special game is started in the specific game state or special game state. At timing t61, the special game ends, the number of times of time saving becomes 0, and the chance symbol is derived. At this time, it is controlled to a special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. Then, at timing t61, the inter-fluctuation interval starts. After 0.5 seconds have passed since the interval between fluctuations started at timing t61, the interval between fluctuations ends at timing t62. At this time, it is assumed that the second special reservation number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the second special game are established. At timing t62, the second special game starts after the interval between fluctuations ends. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbols have been derived in the special game in the specific game state, after the special game from which the chance symbols have been derived , the interval time is 0.5 seconds. The variation time of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when controlled to the special game state based on the fact that chance symbols are derived in the special game while in the special game state, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived. 0.5 seconds. The variation time of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. Therefore, the time from timing t61 to timing t62 is 15.5 seconds.

As shown in FIG. 20(d), at timing t60, the special game is started in the normal game state. At timing t61, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At this time, although the missing symbol is derived, it is continuously controlled to the normal game state. Then, at timing t61, the inter-fluctuation interval starts. After 0.5 seconds have passed since the interval between fluctuations started at timing t61, the interval between fluctuations ends at timing t62. At this time, it is assumed that the first special reservation number is 1 or more, and the conditions for starting the first special game are satisfied. At timing t62, the first special game starts after the interval between fluctuations ends. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a winning symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the interval time after the special game from which the losing symbol is derived becomes 0.5 seconds. there is Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a winning symbol is derived in the special game while in the special game state, the specific game state, or the special game state, the interval time after the special game from which the losing symbol is derived is 0.5 seconds. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the jackpot pattern is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the special game state, the specific game state, or the special game state, after the special game from which the jackpot pattern is derived , the interval time is 0.5 seconds, and when the interval between fluctuations ends, the jackpot game starts.

As described above, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 15 seconds. On the other hand, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the special game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols were derived is 0.5 seconds. Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is different from the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. The interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. Further, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game has been executed a predetermined number of times, an interval time after the end of the special game in which a fall lottery is won and a chance symbol is derived. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived without winning the falling lottery.

The time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started is 30 seconds. On the other hand, it takes 15.5 seconds from the start of a special game in which chance symbols are derived in the special game state until the next special game can be started. Therefore, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. Different from the time from when the game starts until the next special game can start. The time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. Longer than the time between when the game starts and when the next special game can start. In addition, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the chance pattern is derived by winning the falling lottery. The time from the start of the game until the next special game can be started is the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived without winning the fall lottery to the time when the next special game can be started. longer than the time of

When the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game while in the specific game state, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 0.5 seconds. . Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is the chance symbols in the special game before the predetermined number of times after the end of the big win game in the specific game state. is derived, it is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. When the special game state is controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the specific game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 0.5 seconds. be. Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game, in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal gaming state, is the predetermined number of special games after the end of the jackpot game in the specific gaming state, and the chance symbols are derived. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. Thus, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is different from the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the specific game state. . The interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the specific game state.

When it is not controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game when it is in the specific game state, the next special game can be started after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is started. The time to is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is predetermined from the end of the big win game in the specific game state. When the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the number of times, it is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started. Further, when the special game state is controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game while in the specific game state, the next special game is started after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is started. The time to enable is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is predetermined from the end of the big win game in the specific game state. It is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started when the chance symbols are derived in the special game of the number of times. In this way, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started is the time in which the chance symbols are derived in the specific game state. different from the time from when one special game starts until the next special game can start. The time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the specific game state. Longer than the time between when the game starts and when the next special game can start.

When the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game in the special game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is 0.5 seconds. . Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is the time when the chance symbols are derived in the special game before the specified number of times after being controlled to the special game state. is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. When the special game state is controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game in the special game state, the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols were derived is 0.5 seconds. be. Therefore, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state is the time when the chance symbols are derived in the special game for the specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state. Longer than the interval time after the end of the special game. Thus, the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is different from the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. . The interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state is longer than the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state.

When the special game state is not controlled to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbols in the special game, the next special game can be started after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is started. The time to is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the number of times before the specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state. It is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started when the chance symbols are derived in the special game. Further, when the special game state is controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the special game state, the next special game is started after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is started. The time to enable is 15.5 seconds. Therefore, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the special game of the specified number of times after being controlled to the special game state. is longer than the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started when the chance symbol is derived at . Thus, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the time in which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. different from the time from when one special game starts until the next special game can start. The time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the special game state. Longer than the time between when the game starts and when the next special game can start.

As described above, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance pattern is derived when the non-time saving state is started until the next special game can be started is the time when the time saving state is derived. different from the time from when one special game starts until the next special game can start. Then, the time from the start of the special game in which the chance pattern is derived when it is in the non-time-saving state until the next special game can be started is the special game in which the chance pattern is derived when it is in the time-saving state. is longer than the time between when the special game starts and when the next special game can start.

When the winning symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the interval time after the special game from which the losing symbol is derived is 0.5 second. The time of the loss variation pattern of "with reach" in the normal game state is either 20 seconds, 60 seconds, or 90 seconds. Therefore, when a special game is executed with a loss variation pattern of "with reach" in the normal gaming state, the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is 20. .5 seconds, 60.5 seconds, and 90.5 seconds. The time of the "no reach" loss variation pattern in the normal game state is 15 seconds, which is the same as the variation time of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived. Therefore, when a special game is executed with a loss variation pattern of "no reach" in the normal game state, the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is 15. 0.5 seconds. In this way, during the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started, the lost symbols are derived in the normal game state. It is different from the time from when a special game starts until the next special game can start.

Next, the effect executed when the game state is shifted based on the derivation of the chance symbol will be described.
As shown in FIG. 21(a), at timing t70, the special game is started in the normal game state. At timing t71, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, the normal game state is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. The effect display device EH executes a chance effect suggesting that a chance symbol will be derived during execution of the special game started at timing t70. At timing t71, the inter-variation interval starts, and the transition suggesting effect starts on the effect display device EH. In this way, within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state, the transition suggestive effect suggesting that the special game state is controlled is started on the effect display device EH. be. At timing t73, which is timing 5 seconds after timing t71, the transition suggesting effect ends. Then, in the effect display device EH, when the transition suggesting effect is completed, the right-handed promotion effect is started. In this way, during the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state, a right-handed promotion effect is started on the effect display device EH to encourage the game ball to flow down to the specific area. be done. After that, at timing t75, which is timing 15 seconds after timing t71, the inter-fluctuation interval ends. At this time, it is assumed that both the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are 0, and the starting condition for the special game is not satisfied. Therefore, a new special game is not started at timing t75. As a result, the effect display device EH continues to execute the right-handed promotion effect even after the inter-variation interval has ended. At timing t76, it is assumed that the second special game is started as a game ball enters the second starting hole 16.例文帳に追加At this time, the effect display device EH terminates the right-handed promotion effect with the start of the special game.

It should be noted that, for example, when the game is controlled to the special game state before timing t70, if the drop lottery is won at timing t70, the game state is controlled to the normal game state at timing t70. Even in such a case, the effect display device EH executes a chance effect suggesting that a chance symbol will be derived during execution of the special game started at timing t70. Further, at timing t71, a transition suggesting effect is started on the effect display device EH. In this way, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the fall lottery is won and the chance pattern is derived. Within the interval time after the end of the special game, a transition suggestive effect suggesting that the special game state has been controlled is started on the effect display device EH. After that, at timing t73, which is timing 5 seconds after timing t71, the transition suggesting effect ends. Then, in the effect display device EH, when the transition suggesting effect ends, the right-handed promotion effect is started. In this way, when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the fall lottery is won and the chance pattern is derived. During the interval time after the end of the special game, the effect display device EH starts a right-handed promotion effect for prompting the game ball to flow down to a specific area. Thereafter, the effect display device EH executes the right-handed promotion effect until the special game is started.

As shown in FIG. 21(b), at timing t70, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery in the special game state. At timing t71, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the special game state. In the effect display device EH, the chance effect suggesting the derivation of the chance symbols is not executed during the execution of the special game started at timing t70. At timing t71, the inter-variation interval starts, but the transition suggesting effect does not start on the effect display device EH. As described above, in the pachinko game machine 10, even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the falling lottery is won when the special game state is continuously controlled. During the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance pattern is derived, the transition suggestion effect is started, while the transition suggestion is started within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance pattern is derived without winning the fall lottery. Performance does not start. In addition, during the inter-variation interval, the right-handed promotion effect is not started. As described above, in the pachinko game machine 10, even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the falling lottery is won when the special game state is continuously controlled. During the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived, the right-handed promotion effect is started, while the fall lottery is not won and the chance symbols are derived from within the interval time after the special game. The hitting promotion effect does not start. At timing t72, which is timing 0.5 seconds after timing t71, the inter-fluctuation interval ends. At this time, it is assumed that both the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number are 0, and the starting condition for the special game is not satisfied. Therefore, a new special game is not started at timing t72. After that, at timing t74, the second special game is started with the entry of the game ball into the second starting hole 16.例文帳に追加A new effect is not started from timing t71 to timing t74. That is, from timing t71 to timing t74, an effect different from the effect being executed at the end of the special game is not newly started.

As shown in FIG. 21(c), at timing t70, the special game is started in the specific game state. At timing t71, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, it is assumed that the specific game state is controlled to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbol. In the effect display device EH, the chance effect suggesting the derivation of the chance symbols is not executed during the execution of the special game started at timing t70. At timing t71, the inter-variation interval starts, but the transition suggesting effect does not start on the effect display device EH. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggestive effect is started within the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state, while the jackpot is won in the specific game state. When the chance symbols are derived in the special game for the predetermined number of times after the end of the game, the transition suggesting performance is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game. Further, during the inter-fluctuation interval, the right-handed promotion effect is not started. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, during the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state, the right-handed promotion effect is started, while in the specific game state, When the chance symbols are derived in the special game for the predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the right-handed promotion performance is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game. At timing t72, which is timing 0.5 seconds after timing t71, the inter-fluctuation interval ends. A new effect is not started from timing t71 to timing t74. That is, from timing t71 to timing t74, an effect different from the effect being executed at the end of the special game is not newly started.

In the pachinko game machine 10, a new performance is started from timing t71 to timing t74 even if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the specific game state. not. That is, within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the specific game state, the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the specific game state is completed. A new production different from the production is not started. In the pachinko game machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the specific game state, during execution of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived. Chance production is not executed. In this way, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, an effect suggesting the derivation of the chance symbols is executed in the effect display device EH, while in the specific game state. When the chance symbols are derived in the special game, the effect indicating the derivation of the chance symbols is not executed in the effect display device EH. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if it is not controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the specific game state, after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is completed. Neither the shift suggestive effect nor the right-handed promotion effect is started within the interval time. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggesting effect is started within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state, while the chance pattern is started in the specific game state. The transition suggesting effect is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the symbol was derived. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a right-handed promotion effect is started within an interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state, while the chance symbols are started in the specific game state. The right-handed promotion effect is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game from which is derived.

As shown in FIG. 21(c), at timing t70, the special game is started in the special game state. At timing t71, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, it is assumed that the special game state is controlled based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. In the effect display device EH, the chance effect suggesting the derivation of the chance symbols is not executed during the execution of the special game started at timing t70. At timing t71, the inter-variation interval starts, but the transition suggesting effect does not start on the effect display device EH. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the transition suggestive effect is started within the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state, and after being controlled to the special game state. When the chance symbols are derived in the special game of the specific number of times, the transition suggesting effect is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game. Further, during the inter-fluctuation interval, the right-handed promotion effect is not started. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the right-handed promotion effect is started within the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state, while the special game state is controlled. When the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the specified number of times from , the right-handed promotion effect is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game. At timing t72, which is timing 0.5 seconds after timing t71, the inter-fluctuation interval ends. A new effect is not started from timing t71 to timing t74. That is, from timing t71 to timing t74, an effect different from the effect being executed at the end of the special game is not newly started.

In the pachinko game machine 10, a new performance is started from timing t71 to timing t74 even if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game in the special game state. not. That is, within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the special game state, the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the special game state is completed. A new production different from the production is not started. In the pachinko game machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game in the special game state, during execution of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived. Chance production is not executed. In this way, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, an effect suggesting the derivation of the chance symbols is executed on the effect display device EH, while in the special game state. When the chance symbols are derived in the special game, the effect indicating the derivation of the chance symbols is not executed in the effect display device EH. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the special game state is not controlled based on the chance symbols being derived in the special game in the special game state, after the special game from which the chance symbols are derived is completed. Neither the shift suggestive effect nor the right-handed promotion effect is started within the interval time. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the shift suggestive effect is started within the interval time after the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state, and the chance pattern is started in the special game state. The transition suggesting effect is not started within the interval time after the special game from which the symbol is derived is finished. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, a right-handed promotion performance is started within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state, while the chance symbols are started in the special game state. The right-handed promotion effect is not started within the interval time after the end of the special game from which is derived.

Effects of the first embodiment will be described.
(1-1) Today, it is desired to improve interest in gaming machines that are configured to be able to shift from a non-time-saving state to a time-saving state without a big win.

When a special game is played in which a chance pattern is derived without winning a jackpot lottery, the next special game can be started when the game state to be controlled is more advantageous. It takes a long time to As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to effectively improve interest by lengthening the time during which the feeling of exhilaration is heightened when the game state to be controlled is controlled to a more advantageous game state. In addition, by lengthening the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started, for example, the game state is controlled to be advantageous. It is possible to secure the time for executing the performance or the like suggesting that, and it is possible to effectively improve the interest.

(1-2) When the chance symbols are derived in the special game for a specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the time from the start of the special game until the next special game can be started is , is shorter than the time from the start of a special game from which chance symbols are derived in the normal game state until the next special game can be started. As a result, in the present embodiment, in the game subsequent to the special game from which the chance symbols have been derived, even when the special game state is continuously controlled, the game can be easily played without discomfort. Furthermore, the length of time until the next special game can be started when the chance symbols are derived makes it easier for the player to recognize that the game is controlled to an advantageous game state. It is possible to heighten the feeling of exhilaration in being controlled by the state, and to improve the amusement.

(1-3) The time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbols are derived in the normal game state to the time when the next special game can be started is such that the lost symbols are derived in the normal game state. different from the time from when one special game starts until the next special game can start. As a result, it becomes easier for the player to recognize that the game state has been controlled to an advantageous game state, so that it is possible to heighten the sense of exhilaration at the fact that the game state has been controlled to an advantageous game state, and to improve the enjoyment of the game. can.

(1-4) When a special game is played in which a chance symbol is derived without winning a jackpot lottery, the interval time is longer as the game state to be controlled is more advantageous. . As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to effectively improve interest by lengthening the time during which the feeling of exhilaration is heightened when the game state to be controlled is controlled to a more advantageous game state. Furthermore, within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbol was derived in the normal game state, a transition suggesting effect indicating that the special game state has been controlled is started. As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to further heighten the feeling of exhilaration at being controlled to an advantageous game state during a period in which there is generally no interest, and to improve interest.

(1-5) The interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the special game state is greater than the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the normal game state. is also short. Then, within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbol was derived in the special game state, the transition suggestive performance suggesting that the special game state is controlled is not started. Thereby, in this embodiment, even if the chance symbol is derived in the special game state, it is possible to make the game easy to play without any sense of incongruity. Furthermore, by executing the transition suggesting effect, it becomes easier for the player to recognize that the game state has been controlled to an advantageous game state, so that the feeling of exhilaration at being controlled to an advantageous game state can be enhanced. It is possible to improve interest.

(1-6) The normal game state is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left region R1 of the center frame W. Also, the special game state is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right region R2 of the center frame W. Therefore, when the game state transitions from the normal game state to the special game state, a change occurs in the area where it is recommended to let the game ball flow down. In this embodiment, when a change occurs in the area where the game ball is recommended to flow down, the game ball is moved to the area recommended for the player by executing the right-handed promotion effect within the interval time. Since the player can easily notice that it is flowing down and easily feel that the player has transitioned to an advantageous special game state, it is possible to improve the amusement.

(1-7) The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be controllable to a special game state in a situation where it can be controlled from a specific game state to a normal game state. A situation in which a special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game when the player is in the specific game state is a situation in which the player can shift to a normal game state that is more disadvantageous than the specific game state. is likely to decrease. In such a situation, when the chance pattern is derived, it is possible to shift to a special game state which is more advantageous than the normal game state, so that the player can be surprised and delighted, and the interest can be improved. be able to. In addition, regarding the special game of the predetermined number of times in which it is difficult for the player to improve his/her interest because the situation can shift to an unfavorable game state, the chance symbols are derived and the player's expectation is heightened for being controlled to an advantageous game state. It is possible to improve interest.

(1-8) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is not controlled to the special game state in a situation where it cannot be controlled from the specific game state to the normal game state. Thus, in this embodiment, when a chance symbol is derived, the game state can be shifted to an advantageous game state without shifting to a disadvantageous game state. Therefore, it is possible to further heighten the sense of anticipation for the fact that the chance symbols are derived and the game state is controlled to be advantageous, and the interest can be improved.

(1-9) In the present embodiment, when a chance pattern is derived in a situation where the falling lottery is won, the player can be moved to a special game state that is more advantageous than the normal game state, so that the player is surprised and delighted. It can be given and the interest can be improved. Furthermore, the pachinko game machine 10 is configured not to control to a special game state even if a chance symbol is derived when the falling lottery is not won. That is, in a situation in which the special game state cannot be controlled to the disadvantageous normal game state, the special game state is not controlled. Therefore, it can be said that the derivation of the chance symbols is not a disadvantageous event for the player, but can be an advantageous event. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier to draw attention to the symbols to be drawn in the special game, and it is possible to heighten expectations for the drawing of the chance symbols, thereby improving interest.

(1-10) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, after winning the falling lottery and being controlled to the specific game state, chance symbols are derived from the end of the jackpot game to the execution of a predetermined number of special games. Even if it is, it is not controlled to a special game state. Thus, in the present embodiment, the game is not controlled to the special game state in a situation where it is not controlled to the disadvantageous normal game state. Therefore, it can be said that the derivation of the chance symbols is not a disadvantageous event for the player, but can be an advantageous event. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier to draw attention to the symbols to be drawn in the special game, and it is possible to heighten expectations for the drawing of the chance symbols, thereby improving interest.

(1-11) In the special game state, the fall lottery is not won during the time from the start of the special game in which the chance symbol is derived by winning the drop lottery until the next special game can be started. It is longer than the time from the start of the special game from which the chance symbols are derived without any delay until the next special game can be started. In this way, when a special game in which chance symbols are derived is played, the time until the next special game can be started is longer when the special game state is controlled. As a result, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that an advantageous event has occurred by deriving the chance symbol, and it is possible to effectively improve the amusement.

(1-12) After the end of the first big win game, benefits are more likely to be provided than after the end of the second big win game and after the chance symbols are derived. Therefore, the player can have high expectations for winning the big win in the big win lottery and starting the first big win game. On the other hand, the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time-saving state even after the time-saving state is controlled after the chance symbols are derived and the jackpot lottery is not won is the end of the second big-hit game. Even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery after being controlled to the time saving state later, it is higher than the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed in the time saving state. Therefore, even if the big win is not won in the big win lottery, the minimum guarantee number of times of the special game that can be controlled in a time-saving state is greater than when the big win is won in the big win lottery. As a result, while giving the joy of winning a big hit in the jackpot lottery, even when the jackpot lottery does not win a jackpot, the player can enjoy the game property controlled to the time-saving state, which is more advantageous than the non-time-saving state. It is possible to improve interest.

(1-13) When controlled in the time-saving state, the degree of expectation for the privilege to be granted is different. As a result, the game ball can be expected to be distributed to the special passage 20b in the situation controlled to the time-saving state, the game property controlled to the time-saving state is enjoyed, and the interest is further improved. can be done.

(1-14) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the chance symbols are derived again in the time saving state after being controlled to the time saving state after the chance symbols are derived, the minimum guaranteed number of times does not increase. Thus, when the chance pattern is derived when the jackpot lottery is not won, the non-time-saving state is controlled to the highly advantageous time-saving state, and the special game executable in the controlled time-saving state. It is possible to make it easier to understand the minimum guaranteed number of times. Therefore, by making it easy to understand the game property after being controlled to the time saving state, it is possible to entertain the game in the time saving state and improve the interest.

(1-15) Within the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the special game state, the execution is performed at the end of the special game from which the chance symbols were derived in the special game state. A new production that is different from the existing production is not started. As a result, in the present embodiment, in the game subsequent to the special game from which the chance symbols have been derived, even when the special game state is continued, the game can be easily played without discomfort.

(1-16) When a chance symbol is derived in a special game in the normal game state, a chance effect is executed on the effect display device EH. On the other hand, when the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the special game state, the chance effect is not executed on the effect display device EH. As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to heighten the sense of anticipation for being controlled to an advantageous game state, and to improve interest.

(1-17) During the interval time after the end of the special game from which the chance symbol was derived in the specific game state, the transition suggesting effect suggesting that the game is controlled to the special game state is not started. As a result, in the present embodiment, even if the chance symbol is derived in the specific game state, the game can be easily played without any discomfort.

(1-18) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the game state transitions from the specific game state to the special game state, there is no change in the area where the game ball is recommended to flow down. On the other hand, when the game state transitions from the normal game state to the special game state, a change occurs in the area where it is recommended to let the game ball flow down. In this embodiment, when a change occurs in the area where the game ball is recommended to flow down, the game ball is moved to the area recommended for the player by executing the right-handed promotion effect within the interval time. Since it is easy for the player to notice that it is flowing down and it is easy for the player to feel that the game has transitioned to an advantageous special game state, it is possible to improve interest.

(1-19) In the special game state, the fall lottery is won and the chance symbols are derived and the special game state is controlled, the chance symbols are derived without winning the fall lottery during the interval time. Longer than the interval time not controlled in the special game state. As a result, it is possible to make it easier for the player to notice that the normal game state has been changed to the special game state after winning the fall lottery, and to improve the amusement.

(1-20) In the present embodiment, in the special game state, it is possible to execute the transition suggesting effect within the interval time when the falling lottery is won and the chance symbol is derived and the special game state is controlled. can. As a result, it is possible to make it easier for the player to notice that the normal game state has been changed to the special game state after winning the fall lottery, and to improve the amusement.

(1-21) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even if the chance symbol is derived in the time saving state after being controlled to the time saving state after the end of the jackpot game, the minimum guaranteed number of times does not increase. This makes it easier to understand the minimum guaranteed number of special games that can be executed after the end of the big win game. Therefore, by making it easy to understand the game property after being controlled to the time saving state, it is possible to entertain the game in the time saving state and improve the interest.

(1-22) Today, gaming machines that are configured to be able to shift from a non-time-saving state to a time-saving state even if they do not hit a big hit are losing interest by making it easier to play games suitable for each game state. is desired to be suppressed.

The main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table based on the winning-related information based on the winning of the big win in the jackpot lottery and the game state information based on the game state, and determines the variation pattern. In this embodiment, when a big win is won in a big win lottery, even if the game state is the same, the variation pattern table can be changed, so that the determined variation pattern can be diversified. For example, if the variation pattern is determined based only on the game state information, it is difficult to provide variety to the determined variation pattern, the game tends to become monotonous, and the interest in the game may decrease. Furthermore, in this embodiment, even if the big win is not won in the big win lottery, the variation pattern table can be changed according to the different game state, so that the variation pattern suitable for the game state can be determined. For example, if the variation pattern is determined only based on the winning-related information, there is a possibility that the variation pattern suitable for the game state cannot be determined when the game state is shifted without being based on the winning of the big win in the jackpot lottery. . In particular, the time-saving state has a high degree of advantage regarding entry of game balls to the second starting port 16 as compared to the non-time-saving state. If the fluctuation pattern table is not switched when the shift to such a time-saving state is not based on the winning of the big win in the big win lottery, the advantage of entering the game ball into the second start port 16 is high. An unsuitable variation pattern may be determined. Thus, if the variation pattern table is determined based on only one of the winning-related information and the game state information, there is a risk that interest in the game will be reduced. In this embodiment, since the variation pattern table is determined based on both the winning-related information and the gaming state information and the variation pattern is determined, it is possible to suppress the decrease in interest.

Furthermore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, processing relating to execution of effects is performed based on the mode control command based on the winning-related information and the game state information. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the variation pattern is also determined based on the winning-related information and the game state information. Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is possible to facilitate the execution of an effect suitable for the game state and the special game. In particular, the performance is intended to enhance interest in the game. If such an effect is not in harmony with the game state and the special game, there is a risk that the player will lose interest in the game. In the present embodiment, by facilitating the execution of effects suitable for the gaming state and the special game, it is possible to prevent the player from losing interest. In addition, in the present embodiment, it is possible to give diversity to the effects that are executed. For example, if the main CPU 42 transmits various mode control commands to the sub CPU 51 in combination with winning-related information and game state information, the sub CPU 51 is provided with a plurality of effect pattern tables having a plurality of effect patterns, and controls the input mode. A production pattern table can be determined according to the command. Then, the sub CPU 51 can determine an effect pattern from the determined effect pattern table when executing the effect. As a result, the sub CPU 51 can, for example, execute different effects even if the game state is the same, so that the effects to be executed can be diversified. Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest due to repeated execution of the same effect.

(1-23) In the pachinko gaming machine 10, even when it is controlled from the non-time-saving state to the time-saving state, the variation pattern is determined based on the winning-related information and the game state information, and the winning-related information and the game state information Based on the mode control command based on, the control regarding the execution of the production is performed. For this reason, in both the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, a variation pattern suitable for the game state is determined, and by facilitating execution of an effect suitable for the game state and the special game, the decrease in interest is suppressed. be able to.

(1-24) When the time-saving state is controlled based on the winning of the jackpot in the jackpot lottery, the jackpot game is started, so the right-handed promotion effect is executed when the jackpot pattern is derived. . As a result, in this embodiment, it is possible to make it easier for the game ball to flow down to the area recommended for the player. On the other hand, since the big win game is not started when the game is controlled to the time saving state without winning the big win with the big win pattern, it is necessary to execute the right-handed promotion presentation by a trigger different from the derivation of the big win pattern. In this embodiment, when the secondary CPU 51 inputs a specific mode control command (mode control command CMD91), it is possible to execute a right-handed promotion effect. Thus, even when the big win lottery is not won and the time-saving state is controlled, the game ball can be easily made to flow down to the area recommended for the player. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the loss of interest due to the game ball flowing down to an area that is not recommended.

(1-25) In the present embodiment, even in a non-time-saving state, which is disadvantageous compared to the time-saving state, the winning-related information can be made different, so that the determined variation pattern can be diversified. As a result, even in the non-time-saving state in which the interest tends to decrease compared to the time-saving state, it is possible to prevent the game from becoming monotonous, and to suppress the deterioration of the interest. Further, in the present embodiment, when the time-saving state is controlled based on the chance symbol being derived in the non-time-saving state, the same variation pattern table is determined regardless of the type of winning-related information. Thus, when the big win lottery is not won and the non-time saving state is controlled to the time saving state, the fluctuation pattern can be determined from the predetermined fluctuation pattern table in the subsequent time saving state. Therefore, when it is controlled from the non-time-saving state to the time-saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that the game state has changed.

(1-26) Winning-related information includes the number of executions of the special game after the end of the big win game, the game state in the special game before the start of the big win game, and the big win symbols derived in the special game. , is updated based on As a result, in this embodiment, after the jackpot game is over, the variation pattern table can be changed based on the above-described three events, so that the determined variation pattern and the effect to be executed can be more diverse. can let Therefore, in the present embodiment, it is possible to suppress the decrease in interest due to the game becoming monotonous.

(1-27) The main CPU 42 controls the time-saving state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the non-time-saving state, and based on the fact that the special game is executed a specific number of times after being controlled to the time-saving state. It is possible to determine the type of variation pattern table that is different from the controlled non-time saving state. That is, the main CPU 42 can determine the variation pattern according to the type of game state information. Thus, in both the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, it is possible to determine a variation pattern suitable for the game state, and to suppress a decline in interest. Further, the main CPU 42 can output different mode control commands to the sub CPU 51 depending on the type of game state information. As a result, in both the non-time saving state and the time saving state, it is possible to facilitate execution of an effect suitable for the game state and the special game, and it is possible to suppress the decrease in interest.

(1-28) The main CPU 42 may output different mode control commands even for the same winning-related information. Also, the main CPU 42 may output different mode control commands even if the game state information is the same. Especially, in the pachinko game machine 10, there are a plurality of game states to be controlled after the jackpot game is finished, and the number of times of time reduction is 20 times and 100 times. In such a situation where various cases are assumed, the secondary CPU 51 can make it easy to execute an effect suitable for the situation by inputting the mode control command and determining the effect pattern. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 outputs the same mode control command when controlled to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbols. In the pachinko game machine 10, the game state controlled when the chance symbol is derived is only the special game state, and the number of times of time saving is fixed at 200 times. In such a situation where a uniform case is assumed, the sub CPU 51 inputs the same mode control command to determine the production pattern, thereby facilitating the execution of the production suitable for the situation and determining the production pattern. The decision process can be optimized.

(Second embodiment)
A second embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
In the following description, the same configurations and controls as those of the already described embodiment may be denoted by the same reference numerals, and detailed description thereof may be simplified or omitted.

In this embodiment, even if the chance symbols are derived in the special game for the predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game when in the specific game state, it is controlled to the normal game state without being controlled to the special game state. is different from the first embodiment. In addition, in this embodiment, even if the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the specific number of times after being controlled to the special game state, it is controlled to the normal game state without being controlled to the special game state. Different from the embodiment.

The main CPU 42 determines in step S304 of the special symbol end processing shown in FIG. 10 whether or not the state is a high probability state, and if the state is not a high probability state (step S304: NO), the processing of step S305 is not executed. to the processing of step S306. The main CPU 42 controls from the time-saving state to the non-time-saving state, and controls to the normal game state (step S306). After that, the main CPU 42 proceeds to the process of step S309. In this way, when the game state is either the specific game state or the special game state when the time saving frequency becomes 0, the normal game state is controlled.

As shown in FIG. 22, at timing t80, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At this time, the game state is a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t81, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the chance symbol has been derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state, and is continuously controlled to the special game state. At timing t81, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of time saving with the end of the special game, resulting in two times. At timing t82, the special game is started without winning the drop lottery. At timing t83, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At this time, although the missing symbol is derived, the special game state is continuously controlled. At timing t83, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game. At timing t84, it is assumed that the drop lottery is won and the special game is started. Therefore, at timing t84, the game state is controlled from the special game state to the specific game state. At timing t85, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state. At timing t85, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game and becomes 0 times, and when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 times, the specific game state is controlled to the normal game state. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to the special game state after the end of the big win game, and wins the falling lottery during the period from the end of the big win game to the execution of a predetermined number of special games, and Even if a chance symbol is derived in a special game executed based on winning the falling lottery, the special game state is not controlled.

As shown in FIG. 23, a special game starts at timing t90. At this time, it is assumed that the game state is either a specific game state or a special game state. Moreover, the number of times of shortening working hours is three times. At timing t91, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state. At timing t91, 1 is subtracted from the number of times of shortening of working hours with the end of the special game, resulting in two times. A special game starts at timing t92. At timing t93, it is assumed that the special game has ended and the winning symbol has been derived. At timing t93, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 as the special game ends. A special game starts at timing t94. At timing t95, the special game is finished and chance symbols are derived. At this time, although the chance symbol is derived, it is not controlled to the special game state. At timing t95, the number of times of time saving is decremented by 1 with the end of the special game and becomes 0 times, and when the number of times of time saving becomes 0 times, it is controlled to the normal game state. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even when the chance symbols are derived in the special game for the predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game in the specific game state, the special game for the predetermined number of times is executed. After the end, it is not controlled to the special game state but is controlled to the normal game state. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, even when the chance symbols are derived in the special game of the specified number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the special game is controlled to the special game state after the special game of the specified number of times is finished. It is controlled to the normal game state without being played.

Effects of the second embodiment will be described.
The second embodiment has the following effects in addition to the effects (1-1) to (1-6) and (1-8) to (1-28) of the first embodiment.

(2-1) The pachinko gaming machine 10 is not controlled to a special game state even when chance symbols are derived in the special game for the predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is not controlled from the specific game state to the special game state. Further, even if a chance symbol is derived in the special game of the specified number of times after being controlled to the special game state, the special game state is not controlled. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is in the special game state, it is not controlled to the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived. In this way, the derivation of chance symbols can be said to be control from the normal game state to the special game state, that is, to be controlled to an advantageous game state. Therefore, it is possible to facilitate the understanding that the control based on the derivation of the chance symbols is from the normal game state to the special game state. Therefore, it is possible to effectively increase the expectation for the chance symbols being derived in the normal game state and to control the game state to an advantageous one, thereby improving the interest.

The embodiment described above can be modified and implemented as follows. In addition, each embodiment mentioned above and the following modifications can be implemented in combination with each other within a technically consistent range.

・The non-specific motion pattern of the specified variable member 21 is a motion pattern in which the specified variable member 21 moves to the second position P2 for a period of time that allows game balls that have reached the branching portion 20d to be distributed to the special passage 20b. may In this case, the non-specific action pattern may be an action pattern in which the game ball that has reached the branch portion 20d is more difficult to distribute to the special passage 20b than the specific action pattern. For example, the non-specific operation pattern is an operation pattern in which the specific variable member 21 is positioned at the second position P2 for a period of time (for example, 1 second) in which the game ball entering the big winning hole 18 can reach the branch portion 20d. may be

· The pachinko gaming machine 10 may execute a lottery (hereinafter referred to as a high probability lottery) for determining whether or not to give a high probability state. In the pachinko game machine 10, instead of detecting the game ball by the specific sensor SE4, or in addition to winning the high-probability lottery, the high-probability state may be imparted. For example, the main CPU 42 may execute a high-probability lottery when a jackpot game is awarded. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the first jackpot game is awarded, the probability of winning the high-probability lottery may be higher than when the second jackpot game is awarded. Also, for example, the main CPU 42 may execute a high-probability lottery when a chance symbol is derived in a special game. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the first jackpot game is given, the probability of winning the high-probability lottery may be higher than when the chance symbols are derived in the special game. That is, after the end of the first big win game, the degree of expectation for awarding a privilege (high probability state) may be higher than after the end of the second big win game and after the chance symbols are derived in the special game.

・There may be two or more types of chance symbols. In this case, the main CPU 42 may determine whether or not the chance lottery is won in the chance lottery, and may decide which chance symbol to use. Also, the main CPU 42 may determine which chance symbol to use in a process different from the chance lottery after winning the chance lottery. Then, when the main CPU 42 controls to the special game state based on the derivation of the chance symbols in the special game, the main CPU 42 may vary the number of times of time saving according to the type of the derivation of the chance symbols. For example, the chance symbols may include a first chance symbol and a second chance symbol. When the first chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store information that can specify 200 times as the initial number of times of time saving. On the other hand, when the second chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store information that can specify 400 times as the initial number of times of time saving.

When the first chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the main CPU 42 may control to the second time saving state. On the other hand, when the second chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, the main CPU 42 may control the third time saving state. That is, the time saving state may include a first time saving state, a second time saving state, and a third time saving state. When it is in the third time saving state, it may be configured such that the variation time of the normal game is longer than at least one of the first time saving state and the second time saving state. When it is in the third time saving state, it may be configured such that the normal winning probability in the normal lottery is not changed to a high probability. When it is in the third time saving state, it is configured so that the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game is shorter than at least one of the first time saving state and the second time saving state. good too.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be controlled to a special game state on condition that the number of executions of the special game in the low-probability state has reached a predetermined number after the end of the jackpot game. good too. The main CPU 42 may initialize information (hereinafter referred to as the number of times of operation) that can specify the number of times the special game has been executed in the low-probability state when the jackpot game ends. Thereafter, the main CPU 42 may add 1 to the number of operations each time the special game ends in the low probability state. The main CPU 42 may control to the second time saving state and control to the special game state when the number of operations reaches a predetermined number (900 times, for example). At this time, the main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of times of time saving (eg, 1200 times) when the special game state is controlled. The main CPU 42 may cause the main RWM 44 to store 15 seconds as the interval time when controlling to the special game state based on the number of times of operation reaching a predetermined number in the normal game state. The main CPU 42 may then store the specific interval start command in the output buffer. Also, the main CPU 42 may store the interval flag in the main RWM 44 . The main CPU 42 may count the interval time and erase the interval flag when 15 seconds have elapsed.

When the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state and the number of times of operation reaches a predetermined number, the main CPU 42 enters the special game state based on the fact that the chance symbols are derived in the special game. can be controlled to In this case, the number of time reductions stored in the main RWM 44 is 200 times. When the chance symbol is derived in the special game in the normal game state, if the number of times of operation reaches a predetermined number, the main CPU 42 enters the special game state based on the fact that the number of times of operation has reached the predetermined number. can be controlled to In this case, the number of time reductions stored in the main RWM 44 is 1200 times.

When the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game, when it is controlled to the special game state based on the number of times of operation reaching a predetermined number of times, , the effect display device EH may be controlled so as to execute a different mode of transition suggesting effect. When the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game, when it is controlled to the special game state based on the number of times of operation reaching a predetermined number of times, The effect display device EH may be controlled so that the same mode of transition suggestive effect is executed in . When the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game, when it is controlled to the special game state based on the number of times of operation reaching a predetermined number of times, , the effect display device EH may be controlled so that a different form of right-handed promotion effect is executed. When the sub CPU 51 is controlled to the special game state based on the fact that a chance symbol is derived in the special game, when it is controlled to the special game state based on the number of times of operation reaching a predetermined number of times, , the effect display device EH may be controlled so that the same aspect of the right-handed promotion effect is executed.

The pachinko game machine 10 is a variation pattern table ( For example, a fluctuation pattern table HTB01 and a fluctuation pattern table HTB13) may be provided. Similarly, the pachinko game machine 10, the winning related information is the second time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 899 times, and the game state information is low-probability non-time-saving information Variation determined only when A pattern table (for example, variation pattern table HTB01 and variation pattern table HTB13) may be provided. According to this, the main CPU 42 can determine the variation pattern from the variation pattern table determined in the special game in which the number of times of operation reaches the predetermined number. In addition, the pachinko game machine 10 is the second non-time-saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 899 times, and the game state information is low-probability non-time-saving information Mode control output when A command (eg, mode control command CMD99) may be provided. Similarly, the pachinko gaming machine 10, the winning related information is the second time saving information, the number of executions after the big hit is 899 times, and the mode control output when the game state information is low probability non-time saving information A command (eg, mode control command CMD99) may be provided. According to this, the secondary CPU 51 can determine an effect to be executed in a special game in which the number of times of operation reaches a predetermined number of times.

- In each embodiment, the secondary CPU 51 does not have to end the right-handed promotion effect, which is executed when a chance symbol is derived, even if the next special game starts. In this case, the effect display device EH may display the mode of the right-handed promotion effect in a mode different from that during the inter-variation interval. For example, when the next special game starts, the effect display device EH changes the mode by making the character information "Right shot" and the image simulating a rightward arrow smaller than during the inter-variation interval. You can let That is, by changing the size of the area in the image display area of the image display portion GH in which the right-handed promotion effect is executed, the mode of the right-handed promotion effect may be varied. Further, for example, when the next special game starts, the effect display device EH displays the character information "Right shot" and an image simulating a rightward arrow at a position different from that during the inter-variation interval. Depending on the situation, the mode may be changed. That is, by changing the position of the area in the image display area of the image display portion GH in which the right hitting promotion effect is executed, the mode of the right hitting promotion effect may be varied. For example, in the effect display device EH, the right-handed promotion effect may be executed in an image display area different from the image display area in which the ready-to-win effect is executed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the ready-to-win effect performed by the effect display device EH from being hindered, and to prevent the player from visually recognizing the ready-to-win effect and losing interest.

- The sub CPU 51 does not have to end the right-handed promotion effect, which is executed when the big-hit symbol is derived, when a predetermined period of time has elapsed. In this case, the effect display device EH may display the mode of the right-handed promotion effect in a manner different from that before the predetermined time elapses. For example, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, the mode of the right-handed promotion effect may be changed by changing the size of the area in the image display area of the image display portion GH in which the right-handed promotion effect is executed. Further, for example, when a predetermined time elapses, the mode of the right-handed promotion effect may be changed by changing the position of the area in the image display area of the image display portion GH in which the right-handed promotion effect is executed. For example, the effect display device EH may execute the right-handed promotion effect in an image display area different from the image display area in which the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect are executed. Thereby, it is possible to make it difficult to hinder the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect performed by the effect display device EH.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured to start the transition suggestive effect after starting the right-handed promotion effect during the interval between fluctuations after the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state. good. When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the sub CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH to execute a right-handed promotion effect. After that, the secondary CPU 51 may perform control to cause the effect display device EH to execute the transition suggesting effect when a predetermined time has passed since the start of the right-handed promotion effect. At this time, the secondary CPU 51 may end the right-handed promotion effect, or may not end the right-handed promotion effect. When not ending the right-handed promotion effect, the secondary CPU 51 may display the mode of the right-handed promotion effect in a different mode from before the predetermined time elapses. The sub CPU 51 may terminate the right-handed promotion effect and the shift-suggestion effect when the inter-fluctuation interval ends. When the next special game starts, the sub CPU 51 may terminate the right-handed promotion effect and the transition-suggestion effect.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured such that after the chance symbols are derived in the special game in the normal game state, the transition suggestive effect and the right-handed promotion effect are simultaneously started during the inter-variation interval. When the input mode control command is the mode control command CMD91 and the specific interval start command is input, the secondary CPU 51 may perform control to cause the effect display device EH to execute the shift suggestive effect and the right-handed promotion effect. The sub CPU 51 may end the right-handed promotion effect and the transition-suggestion effect when the inter-fluctuation interval ends. When the next special game starts, the sub CPU 51 may terminate the right-handed promotion effect and the transition-suggestion effect.

- The sub CPU 51 may terminate the right-handed promotion effect when the second variation start command is input. On the other hand, the sub CPU 51 may not end the right-handed promotion effect even if the first variation start command is input. That is, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game in the normal game state, the secondary CPU 51 starts the right-handed promotion effect after the end of the special game, and then starts right-handed when the second special game starts. The promotion performance may be terminated. On the other hand, the secondary CPU 51 does not have to end the right-handed promotion effect when the first special game starts after starting the right-handed promotion effect.

- The transition suggestive effect, the right-hand hitting promotion effect, and the chance effect may be executed by the decoration lamp LA instead of or in addition to the effect display device EH. Also, the transition suggestive effect, the right-handed promotion effect, and the chance effect may be executed by the speaker SP instead of or in addition to the effect display device EH. In this case, the secondary CPU 51 may execute the transition suggestive effect and the right-handed promotion effect by different means. For example, the secondary CPU 51 may cause the effect display device EH to execute a transition suggesting effect and may cause the decoration lamp LA to execute a right-handed promotion effect.

・When the pachinko gaming machine 10 wins the fall lottery while the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, the fall lottery is won. During the execution of the special game in which the player wins the prize, a falling performance that can specify that the player has won the falling lottery may be executed. The main CPU 42 may output to the sub CPU 51 a control command that can specify that the falling lottery has been won. The secondary CPU 51 may perform control so that a falling effect is executed on the effect display device EH when a control command capable of specifying that the falling lottery has been won is input. When the fall lottery is won and the chance lottery is won when the special game state is continuously controlled even after the special game is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the jackpot game, The secondary CPU 51 may perform control so that the chance effect is executed after the fall effect is executed in the effect display device EH.

- The interval time when the normal game state is changed to the special game state may be longer than 15 seconds or shorter than 15 seconds. The interval time when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state is a sufficient time for the plurality of game balls to reach the second start port 16 when a plurality of game balls are shot. should be

Winning a big win in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 16 is more advantageous than winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 15. can be high. For example, when a big win is won in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the second starting port 16, compared to a case where a big win is won in a jackpot lottery triggered by a ball entering the first starting port 15. The ratio of determining the first jackpot symbol may be high. In other words, if a big win is won in the jackpot lottery triggered by the entry of the ball into the second starting hole 16, compared to the case of winning a big win in the jackpot lottery triggered by the ball entering the first starting hole 15. Then, the ratio of determining the second big hit symbol may be low. Therefore, when the game state is changed from the normal game state to the special game state, it is more advantageous to enter the game ball into the second starting port 16 by striking to the right before the next special game starts. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, the second special game is preferentially executed over the first special game. When the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled from the normal game state to the special game state, an interval time is provided in which the game ball can be entered into the second start port 16 before the next special game is started. It is Thereby, when the normal game state is controlled to the special game state, the second special game can be executed, and the first special game is executed in spite of being in the special game state. It is possible to suppress the decrease in interest and improve the interest in winning a big win in the second special game.

- The chance lottery does not have to be executed in the process of executing the second special game in the special symbol start process. The chance lottery may be executed only in the process of executing the first special game in the special symbol start process. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured such that chance symbols can be derived in the first special game, but chance symbols cannot be derived in the second special game. When the big win is not won in step S117 of FIG. 8 (step S117: NO), the main CPU 42 may perform the losing game process without performing the chance lottery (step S119). In the time-saving state, it is recommended to hit to the right so that the game ball is more likely to enter the second starting port 16 than the first starting port 15.例文帳に追加On the other hand, in the non-time-saving state, it is recommended to hit left, which makes it easier for the game ball to enter the first starting port 15 than the second starting port 16.例文帳に追加Therefore, in a situation where the game ball is shot at the recommended shooting intensity, the chance pattern is more likely to be derived in the non-time-saving state than in the time-saving state.

- The chance lottery may not be executed in the process of executing the first special game in the special symbol start process. The chance lottery may be executed only in the process of executing the second special game in the special symbol start process. That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured such that chance symbols can be derived in the second special game, but chance symbols cannot be derived in the first special game. When the big win is not won in step S108 of FIG. 7 (step S108: NO), the main CPU 42 may perform the losing game process without performing the chance lottery (step S110). When it is in the time saving state, the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time to the second starting port 16 is higher than when it is in the non-time saving state. For this reason, when it is in the time saving state, there is a high degree of expectation that a chance symbol will be derived per unit time compared to when it is in the non-time saving state.

- Although the time saving state (first time saving state) is always provided after the end of the jackpot game, the time saving state may not be provided depending on the type of the jackpot pattern.
・As a pachinko machine that can be controlled to a high-probability state, specifications to control to a high-probability state until the next jackpot game is awarded, or specifications to control to a high-probability state until a predetermined number of special games are completed (ST machine). The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the above embodiment may be embodied as a pachinko gaming machine with any of these specifications. In this case, after the jackpot game is over, there may be times when the high probability state (privilege) is not provided depending on the type of jackpot pattern. Also, it may be embodied in a pachinko game machine that does not provide a high probability state.

- It may be applied to a pachinko machine that performs a small winning lottery in addition to the big winning lottery (winning lottery). In general, when a small win is won in a small win lottery, a small win symbol is fixed and displayed in a special game, and a small win game is awarded after the special game is finished. In the gaming machine of the embodiment, for example, the number of times (frequency) that a small win is won per unit time (frequency) or the number (frequency) of giving a small win game per unit time is improved compared to the normal game state. It may be embodied in a pachinko game machine that can be controlled in a state (so-called small hit RUSH). In a pachinko game machine performing a small winning lottery, the winning lottery may include a small winning lottery. In other words, in a pachinko machine that carries out a small winning lottery, when a winning lottery is not won, it means that a big winning lottery is not won in the big winning lottery and a small winning lottery is not won in the small winning lottery. may In a pachinko game machine performing a small winning lottery, the winning lottery may not include a small winning lottery. That is, the case of not winning a win in the winning lottery does not include the case of not winning a small win in the small win lottery, but may be the case of not winning a big win in the big win lottery. The period during which the time-saving state can be controlled after the chance symbol is derived may be a period determined by the number of times the small winning lottery is won (or the number of times the small winning game is awarded).

- The special game may be displayed on the effect display device EH. In this case, the effect game may not be displayed. The first special game and the second special game may be executed in order of reservation, or may be executed in parallel at the same time.

・The mechanical configuration of the pachinko machine may be changed as appropriate. For example, the effect display device EH may be composed of a plurality of display means, some of which may be configured to be displaceable. The display means for executing the transition suggesting effect and the display means for executing the effect game may be different. The display means for executing the right-handed promotion effect and the display means for executing the effect game may be different. The display means for executing the transition suggesting effect and the display means for executing the right-handed promotion effect may be different.

- The functions of the main control board 40 may be implemented by being divided into a plurality of boards. The main control board 40 may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board. The functions of the sub-control board 50 may be implemented by being divided into a plurality of boards. For example, the pachinko game machine may include a display board that exclusively controls the effect display device EH, a lamp board that exclusively controls the decorative lamp LA, and a sound board that exclusively controls the speaker SP. A general board may be further provided for centrally controlling the group. Also, the sub CPU 51 may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board.

Technical ideas that can be grasped from each embodiment and modified examples will be described.
(b) The predetermined information includes the number of executions of the variable game after the winning game is completed, the gaming state in the variable game before the winning game is started, and the winning result derived in the variable game. and updated based on

(b) In the second process, when the main control means controls to the specific state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, when the second specific information is stored in the storage means, is stored in the storage means, the same specific control command is output to the sub-control means.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10... Pachinko game machine 13a... 1st special symbol display part 13b... 2nd special symbol display part 15... 1st starting opening 16... 2nd starting opening 18... Big winning opening 19... Special variable member 20... Passage 20b... Special passage 20c... non-special passage 20d... branching part 21... specific variable member 40... main control board 41... microprocessor 42... main CPU 43... main ROM 44... main RWM 50... sub control board 51... sub CPU DE... effect device group EH ... Effect display device LA ... Decoration lamp R1 ... Left area R2 ... Right area SE4 ... Specific sensor SL2 ... Special solenoid SP ... Speaker YB ... Game board YBa ... Game area

Claims (3)

In a gaming machine in which a winning result is derived in a variation game when a winning lottery is won, and a winning game is started after the variation game ends,
a specific starting prize opening having a variable member;
main control means capable of executing various processes including processes related to game states;
a storage means capable of storing information;
A sub control means capable of executing a process related to the execution of the production based on the control command input from the main control means,
The game state includes a non-specific state and a specific state in which the game ball enters the specific start winning hole with a higher advantage than the non-specific state,
Controlled to the specific state based on winning the winning lottery,
Even if a winning lottery is not won, the specific state may be controlled based on the establishment of a predetermined condition,
The information stored by the storage means includes predetermined information based on winning in the winning lottery and specific information based on the gaming state,
The specific information includes first specific information that can identify the non-specific state and second specific information that can identify the specific state,
The main control means determines a variation pattern based on the determined variation pattern table after determining the type of variation pattern table based on the predetermined information and the specific information; a second process of outputting a specific control command to the sub-control means based on the specific information,
In the second process, the main control means controls when the specific information is the first specific information and when the specific information is the second specific information, even if the predetermined information is the same. outputting different specific control commands to the sub-control means;
The gaming machine, wherein the sub control means executes processing related to execution of the effect based on the specific control command input from the main control means. In the non-specific state, even if a winning lottery is not won, the game is controlled to the specific state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition,
The result derived in the variable game when the winning lottery does not win includes a non-specific result and a specific result,
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein said predetermined condition is established by deriving said specific result in a variable game. a non-specific starting prize opening;
and a large winning opening that allows entry of game balls in the winning game,
The non-specific starting winning opening is arranged in a non-specific area of the game board, while the specific starting winning opening and the big winning opening are arranged in a specific area of the game board,
The non-specific state is the game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the non-specific area, while the specific state is the game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the specific area. ,
In the processing related to the execution of the production, the sub control means
When controlled to the specific state based on winning in the winning lottery, execution of a predetermined performance prompting the game ball to flow down to the specific area triggered by the derivation of the winning result. ,
When the winning lottery does not win the winning lottery and the control is performed to the specific state based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, the predetermined performance is executed in response to the input of the specific specific control command. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or claim 2.

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