JP2022191135A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To suppress the decline of interest.SOLUTION: Game states having a higher entry rate of game balls into a second start port compared with that in a low-probability non-time-saving state include: a high-probability time-saving state and a first low-probability time-saving state that can be controlled by winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery; and a second low-probability time-saving state that can be controlled by satisfying a specific condition even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery. Performances include: a setting value performance that is not executed when any one of special games of a first upper limit game or a second upper limit game is executed but can be executed when the other special game is executed regardless of the result of the other special game; and a state transition performance that can be executed even when any one of the special games of the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed, is not executed when the result of the special game is any one of a specific result or a non-specific result but is executed when the result of the special game is the other result.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 11

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

Conventionally, there is a pachinko game machine, such as the pachinko game machine described in Patent Document 1, in which a jackpot lottery is performed based on information (set values as an example) stored in a storage means. In addition, the pachinko game machine, for example, like the pachinko game machine described in Patent Document 2, is controlled to a state that is more advantageous than the normal state by winning a jackpot lottery and winning a jackpot. There is Today, there are machines that can be controlled from a normal state to an advantageous state even if the jackpot does not occur. For example, some pachinko machines that can be controlled from a normal state to an advantageous state are configured to be controlled to the normal state when the number of executions of the variable game in the advantageous state reaches a predetermined upper limit.

JP 2020-068904 A JP 2019-115547 A

In such a gaming machine, as the number of times variable games are executed in an advantageous state approaches a predetermined upper limit, it is conceivable that the player's anxiety about the end of the advantageous state increases. Then, it is conceivable that the player loses interest in the fluctuation game for the predetermined upper limit number of times by further heightening the sense of uneasiness.

A gaming machine which solves the above problems can execute a big win lottery based on information stored in a storage means, and when a big win is won in the big win lottery, a specific result is derived as a variable game result and a big win is won. A gaming machine that imparts a game includes a specific starting port having an opening/closing member, game state control means for controlling a game state, effect execution means for executing a performance, and performance control means for executing control related to the performance. The gaming state includes a non-specific state and a specific state in which the rate of game balls entering the specific starting port is higher than that in the non-specific state, and the specific state includes the There are a first specific state that can be controlled by winning a big win in a big win lottery, and a second specific state that can be controlled by establishing a specific condition even if a big win is not won in the big win lottery, and the above-mentioned second The first specific state can be controlled with an upper limit until the number of executions of the variable game after being controlled to the first specific state reaches the first upper limit number of times, and the second specific state is the second specific state. Control is possible with an upper limit until the number of times the variable game is executed after being controlled reaches a second upper limit number of times, and the first upper limit number of times of the variable game after being controlled to the first specific state is the first upper limit game. , when a non-specified result different from the specified result is derived as a result of the first upper limit game, the game is controlled to the non-specified state after the first upper limit game is completed, and is controlled to the second specified state. In the case where the second upper limit game is the second upper limit game after the second upper limit game is played, when the non-specified result is derived as the result of the second upper limit game, the non-specified result is played after the second upper limit game is completed. The effect is not executed when either one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, but is not executed when the other variable game is executed. A specific effect that can be executed regardless of the result of the variable game, and a variable game that can be executed when any of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, but the result of the variable game and a special effect that is not executed when is one of the specified result and the non-specified result, but is executed when it is the other result.

With respect to the gaming machine, the specific effect is an effect of suggesting or announcing a value stored as information regarding the awarding of a big win game, and the special effect is an effect of suggesting or announcing information regarding the end of the specific state. Good.

In the gaming machine, it is preferable that the specific effect is executed when the first upper limit game is executed and not executed when the second upper limit game is executed.
In the gaming machine, it is preferable that the execution period of the specific effect differs depending on the result of the first upper limit game.

Regarding the gaming machine, the first specific state ends regardless of the result of the first upper limit game, but when the result of the first upper limit game is the non-specific result, the special effect is executed, When the result of the first upper limit game is the specified result, the special effect is not executed, and the second specified state is terminated regardless of the result of the second upper limit game, but the result of the second upper limit game is the specified result. It is preferable that the special effect is executed when the result of the second upper limit game is the non-specified result, and the special effect is not executed when the result of the second upper limit game is the specified result.

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

1 is a perspective view schematically showing a pachinko game machine; FIG. It is a front view which shows a game board typically. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the kind of game state. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of setting values (setting information); It is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the pachinko game machine. (a) to (d) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of variation patterns. (a) and (b) are explanatory diagrams showing an example of a variation pattern. (a) and (b) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a set value effect. (a) and (b) are schematic diagrams showing an example of probability effects. (a) and (b) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a state transition effect. (a) and (b) are timing charts showing an example of the flow of effects executed in the first upper limit game. (a) and (b) are timing charts showing an example of the flow of effects executed in the second upper limit game. (a) and (b) are schematic diagrams showing an example of an acquisition effect. (a) to (f) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of types of set value effects for each set value. (a) and (b) are schematic diagrams showing an example of the display of the effect display device EH when the set value effect is executed. (a) to (f) are explanatory diagrams showing examples of types of probability effects for each set value.

An embodiment of a pachinko game machine will be described below. In the following description, up, down, left, right, front (front), and rear (back) refer to directions as seen 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 performs an effect (hereinafter referred to as a light emission effect) of lighting, blinking, and extinguishing the built-in light emitter. As an example, the decorative lamp LA is provided on the frame 11 . 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. As an example, the speaker SP is provided on the frame 11 .

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). The first special game is an example of a first variation game. The second special game is an example of a second variation 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 the big win lottery as the result of the special game. 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. 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 win symbol, which is an example of a big win display result as a result of the special game, and a non-big win symbol, which is an example of a non-big win display result. A jackpot symbol is an example of a specific 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 big win special game is finished, a big win game is generated (given). In this way, the pachinko game machine 10 derives a big win pattern as a result of a special game and gives a big win game when a big win is won in a big win lottery. The non-jackpot symbols include losing symbols and chance symbols. A lost design is an example of a non-specific result. A chance symbol is an example of a non-specific result. A pachinko game machine 10 derives either a winning pattern or a chance pattern as a result of a special game when a big winning lottery is not won.

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. As an example, the upper limit values 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 as the result of the normal game. 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 has 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. As an 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 assembled to 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 execution 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 gaming machine 10 includes a first start port 15 as an example of a prize winning port. 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. 5). In the pachinko machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the first start sensor SE1, the conditions for starting the first special game can be established, and the condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls (three as an example) is satisfied. To establish. The first starting port 15 is always open so that game balls can enter.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 is provided with a second starting port 16 as an example of a prize winning port. The second starting port 16 is an example of a specific starting port. 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. 5). In the pachinko 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 (three as an example) is satisfied. To establish. 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 normal variable member 17 is an example of an opening/closing member. 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. 5). Ordinary variable member 17 is normally operated in an open state in a winning game.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a big winning opening 18 as an example of a winning opening. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a special winning sensor SE3 for detecting a game ball that has entered the big winning hole 18 (shown in FIG. 5). 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 (10 as an example) of prize balls is established. 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. 5). The special variable member 19 is operated in an open state in the big hit game.

The pachinko game machine 10 has a gate 25. - 特許庁The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal starting sensor SE4 for detecting game balls passing through the gate 25 (shown in FIG. 5). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the normal starting sensor SE4, 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 (one as an example) is established. The pachinko game machine 10 has an out port 27. - 特許庁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 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. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is possible to enter the first start hole 15 and the normal winning hole 26 by shooting a game ball so as to flow down the left region R1 of the game region YBa. . In the following description, "left-handed hitting" refers to shooting a game ball with a shooting intensity that causes the game ball to flow down the left region R1. A second starting port 16, a big winning port 18, and a gate 25 are provided in the downflow path of the game ball in the right region R2. 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, "right hitting" means that the game ball is shot with a shooting intensity that causes the game ball to flow down the right region R2.

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.

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. 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". 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 ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time into the second start hole 16 is improved, and the game ball enters the second start hole 16 more easily than the first start hole 15.例文帳に追加Therefore, in the time-saving state, it is recommended to hit the right hand so that the game ball can easily enter the second starting hole 16. - 特許庁On the other hand, in the non-time-saving state, the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time to the second start port 16 is lower than that in the time-saving state, and the game ball enters the second start port 16 rather than the first start port 15. Because it is difficult to hit the ball, it is recommended to hit left-handed. 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.

For example, the time-saving state can be realized by executing one control that can be arbitrarily selected from among the three controls described below, or by executing a plurality of controls in combination. 1st control is control which shortens the fluctuation|variation time of a game normally rather than the time of a non-time saving state. 2nd control is control which changes the normal hit probability in normal lottery to a 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.

Moreover, you may implement|achieve a time saving state combining the 4th control demonstrated below. 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. As a result, the average fluctuation time of the special game is shorter in the time saving state than in the non-time saving state. The average variable time of the special game can be obtained by dividing the cumulative time of the variable time in the special game of the unit number by the unit number of times, assuming that the special game of the unit number of times has been executed. In the time-saving state, the number of special games that can be substantially executed per unit time increases more than 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 the 1st time saving state and the 2nd time saving state, the variation time of a normal game becomes short compared with when it is a non-time saving state by performing 1st control. When it is the first time saving state, the normal winning probability in the normal lottery is changed to a high probability by executing the second 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. When it is in the first time saving state and the second time saving state, the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game is longer than when it is in the non time saving state by executing the third control. Become. When it is a 1st time saving state and a 2nd time saving state, the average variation time of a special game becomes short compared with when it is a non-time saving state by performing 4th control.

As shown in FIG. 3, in the present embodiment, the gaming state includes a low-probability short working hours state, a high-probable short working hours state, a first low-probable short working hours state, and a second low-probable short working hours state. The low probability non-time saving state is a game state in which neither the probability variation function nor the entering ball assist function operates. The low-probability short working hours state is an example of a non-specific state. The high probability time saving state is a game state in which both the probability varying function and the entering ball assisting function operate. A high probability short working hours state is an example of a specific state. A high probability short working hours state is an example of a 1st specific state. The first low probability time saving state is a gaming state in which the variable probability function does not operate and the ball entry assist function operates. A 1st low certainty shortening working hours state is an example of a specific state. A 1st low certainty shortening working hours state is an example of a 1st specific state. The second low-probability short-time state is a game state in which the probability-variable function does not operate and the ball-entering assist function operates. A 2nd low certainty shortening working hours state is an example of a specific state. A 2nd low certainty shortening working hours state is an example of a 2nd specific state. Not limited to this, the game state may include a high-probability non-time-saving state in which the variable-probability function operates and the ball-entering assist function does not operate.

When it is a low probability unprobable working hours state, a 1st low probability working hours state, and a 2nd low probability working hours state, it is controlled by a low probability state. When it is a high certainty time-saving state, it is controlled by a high probability state. Therefore, the high-probability short-time working state has a higher possibility of winning a big hit than the low-probability non-short-time working state, the first low-probable short-time working state, and the second low-probable short-time working state, and becomes an advantageous gaming state.

When it is in the low-probability non-time-saving state, it is controlled in a non-time-saving state. When it is in the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state, it is controlled to the short working hours 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 region R2 as compared to the non-time-saving state, and it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right region R2. It is a game state to be played. That is, the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state are advantageous for entering the game ball to the second start port 16 in the right region R2 as compared to the low-probable non-shortening working hours state. This is a game state in which the degree is high and it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the right region R2. The low-probability non-time-saving state has a high-probability time-saving state, the first low-probability time-saving state, and the second low-probability time-saving state. It is a game state in which it is recommended to let the game ball flow down to the left region R1. In this way, the high-probability short working hours state is an advantageous gaming state in which the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time to the second starting port 16 is high compared to the low-probable short working hours state. In addition, the first low-probability short working hours state is an advantageous gaming state in which the rate of entry of game balls per unit time to the second starting port 16 is higher than that of the low-probability non-shortening working hours state. In addition, the second low-probability short working hours state is an advantageous gaming state in which the ball entry rate of the game ball per unit time to the second starting port 16 is higher than that of the low-probability non-shortening working hours state.

When it is in the high-probability short working hours state and the first low-probable short working hours state, it is controlled to the first short working hours state. When it is a 2nd low certainty shortening working hours state, it is controlled by a 2nd shortening working hours 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, the high-probability time-saving state has a higher entry rate of game balls per unit time into the second starting port 16 than the second low-probability time-saving state, and becomes an advantageous gaming state. In addition, the first low-probability time-saving state has a high ball-entering rate of game balls per unit time to the second start port 16 as compared with the second low-probability time-saving state, and becomes an advantageous gaming state.

Next, the setting change function in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The setting change function is a function that enables setting by changing a setting value, which is information (setting information) that defines a jackpot probability as information relating to the granting of a jackpot game. Although details will be described later, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be controllable in a setting change mode in which setting values can be changed by operating the RWM clear switch 46 and the setting device 47 (shown in FIG. 5). . In the setting change mode, it is possible to change the set value by operating the RWM clear switch 46 and to set the set value by operating the setter 47 . Thereby, in this embodiment, a function as a setting change function is realized.

As shown in FIG. 4, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is possible to set one of a plurality of setting values as setting information that defines the probability of a big hit. Specifically, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, any set value can be set among all six levels from the first set value to the sixth set value as a plurality of set values. In the following description, "the n-th setting value is set" may be simply indicated as [setting n] (where n=1 to 6).

The jackpot probability of setting 1 is K1, the jackpot probability of setting 2 is K2, the jackpot probability of setting 3 is K3, the jackpot probability of setting 4 is K4, the jackpot probability of setting 5 is K5, The jackpot probability of setting 6 is K6. The jackpot probabilities K1 to K6 are higher in the order of jackpot probabilities K1<K2<K3<K4<K5<K6, making it easier to win the jackpot. The jackpot probabilities K1 to K6 are, as exemplified in FIG. 4, a jackpot probability in a low-probability state in which the variable probability function does not operate, and a jackpot probability in a high-probability state in which the variable probability function operates. , is a set.

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 game machine 10 includes a jackpot pattern ZA and a jackpot pattern ZB as special jackpot patterns. 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. Hereinafter, the jackpot game based on the jackpot pattern ZA will be referred to as "first jackpot game", and the jackpot game based on the jackpot pattern ZB will be referred to as "second jackpot game". In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery and the big win pattern is the big win pattern ZA, the first big win game is generated (given) after the big win pattern ZA is derived as a result of the special game. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win is won in a big win lottery and the big win pattern is the big win pattern ZB, the second big win game is generated after the big win pattern ZB is derived as a result of the special game.

The jackpot game will be explained.
In the big-hit game, first, an opening performance capable of specifying the start of the big-hit game is performed over a predetermined 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

In the first jackpot game, a round game is performed with 5 times as the upper limit. In the second jackpot game, a round game is performed with 10 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 second jackpot game is larger than the number of winning balls in the first jackpot game as a theoretical value. In each round game, a round production is performed. In the jackpot game, when the final round game is completed, an ending effect is performed over a predetermined ending time to specify the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot game is terminated when the ending time elapses.

A game state after the end of the jackpot game will be described. In the pachinko game machine 10, the game state to be controlled after the end of the big win game differs depending on the kind of the big win game.
The pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the first low-probability time-saving state after the end of the first jackpot game. In other words, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the first low-probability time-saving state by winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery. In the pachinko game machine 10, after being controlled to the first low probability time saving state after the end of the first big hit game, after being controlled to the first low probability time saving state, the special game of the first upper limit number of times (100 times as an example) is finished, or until the next big winning game is generated, the first low-probability time-saving state is maintained. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the special game of the first upper limit number of times ends without the occurrence of the big win game after the end of the first big win game, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the low-probability short working hours state. Further, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win game is generated before the first upper limit number of special games are finished after the first big win game is finished, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after being controlled to the first low-probability time-saving state after the end of the first jackpot game, the number of executions of the special game after being controlled to the first low-probability time-saving state is the first. It is controllable to a 1st low probability short working hours state by making into an upper limit until it reaches the upper limit number of times.

In the pachinko game machine 10, it is controlled to a highly reliable time-saving state after the second jackpot game is finished. In other words, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to a high-probability time-saving state by winning a jackpot in a jackpot lottery. In the pachinko game machine 10, after being controlled to the high-probability time-saving state after the end of the second jackpot game, from being controlled to the high-probability time-saving state to the end of the special game of the first upper limit number of times (100 times as an example) Or, it is controlled to a high-probability time-saving state until the next big hit game is generated. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the special game of the first upper limit number of times is completed without the occurrence of the big winning game after the second big winning game is completed, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to the low-probability non-time-saving state. Further, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a big win game is generated before the end of the first upper limit number of special games after the end of the second big win game, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. Thus, in the pachinko game machine 10, after being controlled to the high-probability time-saving state after the end of the second jackpot game, the number of executions of the special game after being controlled to the high-probability time-saving state reaches the first upper limit number of times. It is possible to control to a high-precision short-time state with up to the upper limit.

In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, there is a case where the game state shifts even if a big win is not won in a big win lottery.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the number of executions of the special game within the predetermined period Ta reaches the specified number of times Ka (eg, 500 times), the game machine 10 is controlled to the second low probability short working hours state. Specifically, in the pachinko game machine 10, the number of executions of the special game executed when the probability state is low probability state without giving the jackpot game after the end of the jackpot game has reached the specified number of times Ka. Triggered by, it is controlled to the second low probability short working hours state. In other words, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the first jackpot game is finished, the number of executions of the special game reaches the prescribed number Ka without giving the jackpot game, and is controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state. be. Similarly, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, after the second jackpot game is finished, the execution count of the special game reaches 600 times without giving the jackpot game. be. After the second jackpot game ends, the probability state can be controlled to a high probability state with the upper limit of the number of executions of the special game of the first upper limit number (100 times as an example). Therefore, after the second jackpot game is finished, the special game is executed for the number of times obtained by adding the first upper limit number of times to the specified number of times Ka. In the present embodiment, the probability state is a low probability state, and the next jackpot game is played after the jackpot game is finished, or the second low-probability time-saving state is controlled after the jackpot game is finished. is the period until is granted. In the present embodiment, it is an example of the specific condition that the number of executions of the special game reaches the specified number of times Ka within the predetermined period Ta. In this way, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state by establishing a specific condition even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery.

In the pachinko game machine 10, after the number of executions of the special game reaches the specified number of times Ka within the predetermined period Ta and is controlled to the second low probability time saving state, after being controlled to the second low probability time saving state, the second upper limit Until the special game of the number of times (700 times as an example) is completed, or until the next big hit game is generated, the second low probability time saving state is controlled. In the pachinko game machine 10, the number of executions of the special game reaches the specified number of times Ka within a predetermined period Ta, and after being controlled to the second low probability short working hours state, the special game of the second upper limit number of times is executed without causing the big winning game. When finished, it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, after the number of executions of the special game reaches the specified number of times Ka within the predetermined period Ta and is controlled to the second low-probability short working hours state, the jackpot is won before the second upper limit number of special games are finished. When a game is generated, it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is controlled to the second low-probability short-time state after the number of executions of the special game reaches the specified number of times Ka within the predetermined period Ta, and is controlled to the second low-probability short-time state. Until the number of executions of the special game from reaches the second upper limit number of times as an upper limit, it is possible to control the second low probability short working hours state.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state based on the fact that the chance symbol is derived in the special game. Specifically, when the chance pattern is derived in the special game when the ball-entering state is the non-time-saving state, the second low-probability time-saving state is controlled based on the derivation of the chance pattern. On the other hand, when the chance pattern is derived in the special game when the ball-entering state is the time-saving state, the second low-probability time-saving state is not controlled based on the derivation of the chance pattern. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, it is not controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state based on the derivation of the missing symbol in the special game when the ball entering state is the non-time-saving state. In the present embodiment, deriving a chance symbol in a special game when the ball-entering state is the non-work-time-saving state is an example of a specific condition. In this way, the pachinko game machine 10 can be controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state by establishing a specific condition even if the jackpot is not won in the jackpot lottery.

In the pachinko game machine 10, after the chance symbol is derived in the special game when the ball-entering state is the non-time-saving state and controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state, after being controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state. Until the second upper limit number of times (700 times as an example) of the special game is finished, or until the next big hit game is generated, the second low-probability time-saving state is maintained. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the ball-entering state is the non-time-saving state, a chance pattern is derived in the special game and controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state, and then the second upper limit number of times is reached without causing the big win game. When the special game ends, it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the ball-entering state is the non-time-saving state, a chance symbol is derived in the special game, and after being controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state, the special game of the second upper limit number of times is finished. When a big hit game is generated before, it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. In this way, the pachinko machine 10, after the chance symbol is derived in the special game when the ball entering state is a non-time-saving state and is controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state, to the second low-probability time-saving state Until the number of executions of the special game after being controlled reaches the second upper limit number of times as an upper limit, it is possible to control the second low probability short working hours state.

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 symbol combination is a symbol combination in which the performance symbols of all rows are the same performance symbols, such as "777". 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 of the symbol rows are different from the other symbol rows. 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 the same. 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 variably displayed 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 adding the appearance rate of the non-jackpot and the appearance rate of the big win. In other words, it can be said that the degree of expectation of a big win is the probability that a big win pattern will be derived as a result of the special game.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 5, the pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a main control board 40, a sub-control board 50, and a power supply unit 60. As shown in FIG. 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 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 is an example of storage means. The main ROM 43 stores a jackpot determination value used to determine whether or not a jackpot has been won in the jackpot lottery. In addition, the main ROM 43 stores a different big hit determination value for each set value. In addition, the main ROM 43 stores a big hit determination value that differs for each probability state. 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 a big win is not won in the big win lottery.

The main ROM 43 stores a plurality of types of variation patterns. The variation pattern is information that can specify the variation time from the start of the special game to the end. The variation pattern is information capable of specifying at least a part of the effect content (variation content) of the effect game performed during execution of the special game. 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 finally derives the big-hit symbol combination. The losing variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately leads to a non-jackpot symbol combination. The chance variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately leads to a non-jackpot symbol combination.

The variation pattern includes a determinable variation pattern when in the first time saving state, a determinable variation pattern when in the second time saving state, and a determinable variation pattern when in a non-time saving state. be. The variation pattern that can be determined when the first time saving state and the variation pattern that can be determined when it is the second time saving state are partially or wholly different. The variation pattern that can be determined when it is in the first time saving state and the variation pattern that can be determined when it is in the non time saving state are partially or wholly different. A part or all of the variation pattern determinable when it is in the second time saving state and the variation pattern determinable when it is in the non-time saving state are different. The variation time defined in the determinable variation pattern when in the first time-reduction state is shorter or shorter than the variation time determined in the determinable variation pattern when in the non-time-reduction state There are many. The variation time defined in the determinable variation pattern when in the second time reduction state is shorter or shorter than the variation time defined in the determinable variation pattern when in the non-time reduction state There are many. That is, the time saving state has a shorter average variation time of the special game than the non-working time saving state. Therefore, the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state have a shorter average variation time of the special game than the low-probable short working hours state.

The main RWM 44 stores various information rewritten according to the result of processing by the main CPU 42 . The main RWM 44 is an example of storage means. 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 the sensors SE1 to SE4. The main CPU 42 is configured to be capable of inputting detection signals output when the sensors SE1 to SE4 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 solenoids SL1 and SL2. The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the operations of the variable members 17 and 19 by controlling the operations of the solenoids SL1 and SL2.

The main control board 40 includes an RWM clear switch 46 , a setting device 47 and a display device 48 . The RWM clear switch 46 has a button that can be pushed. The RWM clear switch 46 is turned on when it is pushed. On the other hand, the RWM clear switch 46 is turned off when it is not pressed. The operation of the RWM clear switch 46 is, for example, a manual operation by an administrator of the game parlor. The setting device 47 has a cylindrical cylinder having a keyhole into which a setting key (key) (not shown) is inserted. The setting device 47 is operated to switch between an ON state in which the setting key is inserted into the keyhole and rotated in a predetermined direction, and an OFF state in which the setting key is not rotated in the predetermined direction. is configured to allow The setting device 47 is configured to maintain the operation state (on state or off state) after switching using the setting key without returning without manual operation. Note that the setting device 47 is configured so that the setting key cannot be removed from the keyhole unless the operation state is switched to the OFF state. Indicator 48 comprises a 7-segment LED. The display 48 can display the setting value that is internally set at that time.

The main CPU 42 is connected with the RWM clear switch 46 . The main CPU 42 is configured to receive an operation signal output when the RWM clear switch 46 is turned on. The main CPU 42 is connected with the setting device 47 . The main CPU 42 is configured to be capable of inputting an operation signal that is output when the setting device 47 is turned on. The main CPU 42 is connected with a display 48 . The main CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the display contents of the display 48 .

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 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. The sub CPU 51 is an example of effect control means for executing control related to effects that can be executed in the effect display device EH, the speaker SP, and the decoration lamp LA as effect execution means.

Next, the power supply unit 60 will be explained.
The power unit 60 includes a power switch 60a. The power switch 60a can be operated to switch between an ON state and an OFF state, and is configured to maintain the operation state after switching. In this embodiment, power is supplied to the control boards 40 and 50 when the power switch 60a is turned on from the off state while power is being supplied to the pachinko gaming machine 10 from the external power source. In this embodiment, when the power switch 60a is turned from the on state to the off state while power is being supplied from the external power source to the pachinko gaming machine 10, power is cut off to the respective control boards 40 and 50. . Therefore, in order to start the pachinko game machine 10, power supply from the external power supply is started while the power switch 60a is operated in the ON state, or power supply is started while the power supply from the external power supply is continued. The switch 60a is operated from the OFF state to the ON state. In this specification, "to turn on the power" means to operate the power switch 60a to supply power to each of the control boards 40 and 50. "(power off)" means to bring the control boards 40 and 50 into a state in which power is not supplied.

Here, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of this embodiment is equipped with a backup function. The backup function keeps various information related to game control internally even when the power supply from the external power supply is stopped (backup), and when the power supply is started, based on the various information held It is a function to return the game control.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the main RWM 44 is configured to be able to hold various information stored when the power was cut off for a predetermined period even if the power is cut off. For example, the main RWM 44 may retain various information even after the power is turned off, using power supplied from a backup power supply (eg, an electric double layer capacitor) mounted in the power supply unit 60 . For example, the main RWM 44 may be a non-volatile memory capable of retaining stored content even when power is not supplied, so that various information may be retained even after the power is turned off. .

In this embodiment, all information stored in the main RWM 44 is backed up. As an example, the various information to be backed up in the main RWM 44 includes game information regarding game progress and setting information regarding setting values. For example, the game information includes information on the special game, information on the jackpot game, information on the game state, and information on the payout of prize balls. Information related to the special game includes, for example, information that can identify the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number, various random number information, information that can identify the lottery result of the jackpot lottery, and information that can identify the variation pattern of the special game. Information, information that can specify a special symbol derived in a special game, and the like. The information related to the jackpot game includes information that can identify the progress of the jackpot game. The information about the game state includes information that can specify the operation status of the variable probability function and the ball entry assist function. Information relating to the payout of prize balls includes information that can specify the number of prize balls that have not yet been paid out.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, even if the power is turned off, the sub RWM 53 is configured to be able to hold various information stored when the power was turned off for a predetermined period of time. For example, the sub RWM 53 may retain various information even after the power is turned off by power supplied from a backup power supply (not shown) mounted in the power supply unit 60 . For example, the main RWM 44 may be a non-volatile memory capable of retaining stored content even when power is not supplied, so that various information may be retained even after the power is turned off. . In this embodiment, all information stored in the secondary RWM 53 is to be backed up.

Next, power-on processing will be described.
When the main CPU 42 is started by the start-up process at power-on, it first executes the power-on process. In the power-on process, depending on the operation state of the RWM clear switch 46 and the setting device 47 at the time of power-on, whether or not there is a shift to the setting control mode (setting change mode and setting confirmation mode) and whether or not the main RWM 44 is initialized is controlled. A detailed description will be given below.

When the RWM clear switch 46 is turned on and the setter 47 is turned on, the main CPU 42 executes the main RWM clear process. In the main RWM clear process, the main CPU 42 initializes the backed-up gaming information, but does not initialize the setting information. When the main RWM clear process is executed, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command (hereinafter referred to as an initialization command) that can specify that the game information has been initialized. Next, the main CPU 42 shifts to the setting change mode. After shifting to the setting change mode, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command that can specify the start of the setting change mode (hereinafter referred to as a setting change start command).

When shifting to the setting change mode, the main CPU 42 reads the setting values (setting information) stored in the main RWM 44 and controls the display 48 to display the read setting values. In the setting change mode, each time the RWM clear switch 46 is operated, the main CPU 42 changes the set values from [setting 1]→[setting 2]→...→[setting 5]→[setting 6]→ [Setting 1] → Change to loop. The main CPU 42 controls the display 48 so as to display the setting value after the change every time the setting value is changed by the operation of the RWM clear switch 46 .

In the setting change mode, when the setting device 47 is turned off, the main CPU 42 determines the set value set at that time. After confirming the setting value, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the setting information as information capable of identifying the decided setting value. In this way, the setting information stored in the main RWM 44 is information that can identify the setting values that have been set. After that, the main CPU 42 terminates the setting change mode. After ending the setting change mode, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command (hereinafter referred to as a setting value command) capable of specifying the determined setting value. The main CPU 42 also outputs a control command (hereinafter referred to as a setting change end command) that can specify the end of the setting change mode to the sub control board 50 . Then, the main CPU 42 terminates the power-on process.

When the RWM clear switch 46 is off and the setter 47 is turned on, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the backed up various information is normal. As an example, whether or not the backed-up various information is normal is determined by determining the state of the backup flag and determining whether the checksum matches. If the backed-up various information is not normal, the main CPU 42 executes main RWM clear processing and outputs an initialization command to the sub control board 50 . If the backed-up various information is normal, the main CPU 42 does not execute the main RWM clear process. Next, the main CPU 42 shifts to the setting confirmation mode. After shifting to the setting confirmation mode, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command (hereinafter referred to as a setting confirmation start command) capable of specifying the start of the setting confirmation mode.

When shifting to the setting confirmation mode, the main CPU 42 reads the setting values stored in the main RWM 44 and controls the display 48 so as to display the read setting values. In the setting confirmation mode, the main CPU 42 does not change the setting value and does not change the display contents of the display 48 even if the RWM clear switch 46 is operated. When the setter 47 is turned off in the setting confirmation mode, the main CPU 42 ends the setting confirmation mode. After ending the setting confirmation mode, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a setting value command capable of specifying the setting value set at that time. The main CPU 42 also outputs a control command (hereinafter referred to as a confirmation end command) that can specify the end of the setting confirmation mode to the sub control board 50 . Then, the main CPU 42 terminates the power-on process.

When the RWM clear switch 46 is turned on and the setter 47 is turned off, the main CPU 42 executes main RWM clear processing and outputs an initialization command to the sub control board 50 . After that, the main CPU 42 terminates the power-on process without shifting to the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode. At this time, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub-control board 50 a setting value command that can specify the setting value set at that time.

The main CPU 42 does not execute the main RWM clear process when the RWM clear switch 46 is off and the setter 47 is off. Then, the main CPU 42 terminates the power-on process without shifting to the setting change mode and the setting confirmation mode. At this time, the main CPU 42 outputs to the sub-control board 50 a setting value command that can specify the setting value set at that time. When the power-on process ends, the main CPU 42 permits the execution of the timer interrupt process in which the process relating to the progress of the game is executed.

Next, various processes performed by the main CPU 42 of the main control board 40 will be described.
The main CPU 42 executes a special symbol input process, a special symbol start process, a jackpot game process, a normal symbol input process, a normal symbol start process, and a normal winning game process as timer interrupt processes performed at predetermined intervals (for example, 4 ms). do. 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. The main CPU 42 stores a control command that can specify the first special pending number (hereinafter referred to as the first pending command) in the output buffer. 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 winning random number used for the big winning lottery, a big winning design random number used for determining the big winning design, a variation pattern random number used for determining the variation pattern, and a performance judgment random number used for the performance lottery. 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. . That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the first special game based on the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 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 capable of specifying the updated second special reservation number. The main CPU 42 stores a control command that can specify the second special pending number (hereinafter referred to as a second pending command) in the output buffer. 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. . That is, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suspend the execution of the second special game based on the entry of the game ball into the second start hole 16 . After that, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol input process.

Next, the special symbol start processing will be described.
In the special symbol start process, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the special game cannot be executed. The main CPU 42 makes a negative determination when the jackpot game is not being played and the special game is not being executed. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 makes an affirmative determination when the jackpot game or the special game is being executed. When the special game cannot be executed, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol start process. When the special game can be executed, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the second special reservation number is 1 or more. When the second special reservation number is not equal to or greater than 1, the main CPU 42 determines whether or not the first special reservation number is less than one. When the first special reserved number is less than 1, the main CPU 42 terminates the special symbol start process.

When the first special reserved number is not less than 1, 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 from it. 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. Then, the main CPU 42 conducts a jackpot lottery. Specifically, 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. As an example, the possible numerical values of the special hit random numbers are 0-65535.

The main CPU 42 conducts a jackpot lottery based on the set value and the current probability state. That is, the main CPU 42, as illustrated in FIG. 4, performs a jackpot lottery so as to win a jackpot with a jackpot probability based on the set value. Specifically, the main CPU 42 identifies the setting value set by the setting information stored in the main RWM 44 . The main CPU 42 performs a big win lottery using a big win determination value based on the specified set value and the current probability state. For example, when the setting is 1 and the probability state is the low probability state, the main CPU 42 determines that the value of the acquired special winning random number is less than or equal to the jackpot determination value (204 as an example) of the low probability state of setting 1. When it is (0 to 204), it is determined as a big hit. That is, the jackpot probability when the setting is 1 and the probability state is the low probability state is "205/65536". For example, when the setting is 1 and the probability state is the high probability state, the main CPU 42 determines that the value of the acquired special winning random number is equal to or less than the jackpot determination value (1023 as an example) of the high probability state of setting 1. When it is (0 to 1023), it is determined as a big hit. That is, the jackpot probability when the setting is 1 and the probability state is the high probability state is "1024/65536". For example, when the setting is 6 and the probability state is a low probability state, the main CPU 42 determines that the value of the acquired special winning random number is less than or equal to the jackpot determination value (272 as an example) of the low probability state of setting 6. When it is (0 to 272), it is determined as a big hit. That is, the jackpot probability when the setting is 6 and the probability state is the low probability state is "273/65536". For example, when the setting is 6 and the probability state is the high probability state, the main CPU 42 determines that the value of the acquired special winning random number is equal to or less than the jackpot determination value (1364 as an example) of the high probability state of setting 6. When it is (0 to 1364), it is determined as a big hit. That is, the jackpot probability when the setting is 6 and the probability state is the high probability state is "1365÷65536". It should be noted that, for setting 2 to setting 5 as well, big hit determination values are predetermined so as to achieve the big hit probability illustrated in FIG. Then, the main CPU 42 performs a big-hit lottery based on information (setting information) that can specify the set value and the big-hit determination value based on the set value. In this way, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can execute a jackpot lottery based on the information stored in the main RWM 44.例文帳に追加

When winning a jackpot, the main CPU 42 performs jackpot game processing. In the big-hit game process, the main CPU 42 performs a big-hit symbol lottery using a big-hit symbol random number and a big-hit symbol determination value that can be specified from the random number information, and determines a big-hit symbol to be derived in the first special game. Incidentally, the big hit symbol determination value is the same value regardless of the set value. Not limited to this, the big hit symbol determination values may be different values based on the set values. After determining the type of variation pattern table, the main CPU 42 executes a process of determining a variation pattern based on the determined variation pattern table (hereinafter referred to as variation pattern determination process). The variation pattern determination process will be described later. 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.

When the big hit is not won, 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. 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. Not limited to this, the main CPU 42 may perform a chance lottery using random number information different from the random number information used for the big win lottery and a specific trigger determination value. The probability of winning the chance lottery in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of this embodiment is lower than the probability of winning the big win lottery. As an example, the probability of winning the chance lottery is 1/400 in any of settings 1-6.

When winning the chance lottery, the main CPU 42 performs chance game processing. 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.

When the chance lottery is not won, the main CPU 42 performs a losing game process. In the losing game process, the main CPU 42 determines the winning symbols to be derived in the first special game. The main CPU 42 performs an effect lottery and determines whether or not to execute the ready-to-win effect. The main CPU 42 determines the loss variation pattern by executing the variation pattern determination process. After that, the main CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

When the second special reservation number is 1 or more, the main CPU 42 performs processing for executing the second special game. In the process of executing the second 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". , "first special reservation display portion 13c" is read as "second special reservation display section 13d", and "first start opening 15" is read as "second start opening 16". Description is omitted. That is, the main CPU 42 performs any game process based on the subtraction of the second special reservation number, the big win lottery, the chance lottery, and the results of the big win lottery and the chance lottery, and then ends the special symbol start process. 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. A big hit lottery and a chance lottery are performed with the ball as a trigger.

Fluctuation pattern determination processing will be described.
In the variation pattern determination process, the main CPU 42 is based on the gaming state being controlled, the number of times the special game is executed after the end of the big win game (hereinafter referred to as the number of times after the big win), and the second special pending number. to determine the fluctuation pattern table. The number of post-jackpot games is the number of special games started without giving the jackpot games after the jackpot games are finished. In the special symbol start process, the main CPU 42 adds 1 to the post-big-hit count if it determines that the big-hit game is not being played and the special game is not being executed.

When being controlled in the low-probability short-time state, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB01 regardless of the number of times after the big hit and the number of second special reservations. The main CPU 42 may determine different variation pattern tables according to the number of times after a big hit and the number of second special reservations when the control is not limited to this, but in the low-probability short-time state.

When it is controlled to the first low-probability short-time state, the number of times after the big hit is less than the first upper limit number of times, and the second special reservation number is 2 or less, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB02. When it is controlled to the first low probability short working time state, the number of times after the big hit is less than the first upper limit number of times, and the second special reservation number is 3 or more, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB03. When it is controlled to the first low probability time saving state and the number of times after the big hit is the first upper limit number of times, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB04 regardless of the second special reservation number.

When the number of times after the big hit is less than the first upper limit number of times and the second special reservation number is 2 or less, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB02. When the number of times after the big hit is less than the first upper limit number of times and the second special reservation number is 3 or more, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB03. When the number of times after the jackpot is the first upper limit number of times, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB04 regardless of the second special reservation number.

In this way, if it is controlled to the first low-probability short working hours state or high-probable short working hours state, the number of times less than the first upper limit number of times after the jackpot game is completed (as an example 1st to 99th) special game When executed, the variation pattern table HTB02 or the variation pattern table HTB03 is determined. On the other hand, when it is controlled to the first low-probability short working hours state or high-probable short working hours state, when the special game of the first upper limit number of times (100th time as an example) is executed after the jackpot game is finished, the fluctuation pattern table HTB04 is determined. That is, when it is controlled to the first low probability of short working hours state, one of the variation pattern tables HTB02 to HTB04 is determined by the number of executions of the special game after being controlled to the first low probability of short working hours state. Similarly, when it is controlled to the high-probability short working hours state, one of the variation pattern tables HTB02 to HTB04 is determined by the number of executions of the special game after being controlled to the high-probable short working hours state.

When it is controlled to the second low-probability short working hours state and the second special reservation number is 2 or less, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB05 regardless of the number of times after the big hit. If it is controlled to the second low probability short working hours state and the second special reservation number is 3 or more, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern table HTB06 regardless of the number of times after the big hit.

Thus, if it is controlled to the second low probability of shortening working hours state, the number of times less than the second upper limit number of times after being controlled to the second low probability of shortening working hours state (as an example 1st to 699th) special game When executed, the variation pattern table HTB04 or the variation pattern table HTB05 is determined. Further, when it is controlled to the second low probability of shortening working hours state, when the special game of the second upper limit number of times (700th time as an example) after being controlled to the second low probability of shortening working hours state is executed, the fluctuation pattern table HTB04 or fluctuation pattern table HTB05 is determined. That is, when it is controlled to the second low probability of shortening working hours state, regardless of the number of times the special game is executed after being controlled to the second low probability of shortening working hours state, the variation pattern table HTB04 or the variation pattern table HTB05 is determined. be.

As shown in FIGS. 6(a) to (d), FIG. 7(a), and FIG. 7(b), the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern based on the determined variation pattern table. In addition, the main CPU 42 determines a variation pattern based on the determined special symbol and the result of the effect lottery. There are multiple types of variation patterns. A variation time of the special game is predetermined for each of the plurality of variation patterns.

For example, when the variation pattern table HTB01 is determined, and the special symbol is a lost symbol and the player does not win the effect lottery, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern HP11. For example, when the variation pattern table HTB01 is determined, and the special symbol is a lost symbol and the player wins the effect lottery, the main CPU 42 determines either the variation pattern HP12 or the variation pattern HP13. In this case, the main CPU 42 determines by lottery which of the variation pattern HP12 and the variation pattern HP13 should be used. For example, when the variation pattern table HTB01 is determined and the special symbol is the chance symbol, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern HP14. For example, when the variation pattern table HTB01 is determined and the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the main CPU 42 determines either the variation pattern HP15 or the variation pattern HP16. In this case, the main CPU 42 determines by lottery which of the variation pattern HP15 and the variation pattern HP16 should be used.

When the variation pattern table HTB02 or the variation pattern table HTB03 is determined, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern based on the determined special symbol and the result of the effect lottery, in the same manner as when the variation pattern table HTB01 is determined. decide. When the variation pattern table HTB04 is determined, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern based on the determined special symbol regardless of the result of the effect lottery. For example, when the special symbol is a winning symbol, the main CPU 42 determines a variation pattern HP41. For example, when the special symbol is a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 determines the variation pattern HP42. For example, when the special symbol is a jackpot symbol, the main CPU 42 determines a variation pattern HP43. When the variation pattern table HTB05 or the variation pattern table HTB06 is determined, the main CPU 42 selects a variation pattern based on the determined special symbol and the effect lottery result in the same manner as when the variation pattern table HTB01 is determined. decide.

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured such that the average fluctuation time of the special game differs according to the game state being controlled. For example, when it is controlled to one of the first low-probability short working hours state, high-probability short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state, the average of the special game compared to when it is controlled to the low-probable short working hours state Short change time. In the pachinko game machine 10, when the first upper limit number of special games are executed after being controlled to either the first low-probability short-time state or the high-probability short-time state, and the second low-probability short-time state is controlled. The average fluctuation time differs from when the second upper limit number of times the special game is executed. In the following description, "the special game of the first upper limit number of times after being controlled to either the first low-probability short working hours state or the high-probable short working hours state" is referred to as "first upper limit game". Moreover, in the following description, "the special game of the 2nd upper limit number of times after being controlled by the 2nd low probability time saving state" is shown as a "2nd upper limit game."

When the first upper limit game is executed, the same special game variation time (eg, 5 seconds) is determined regardless of the second special reserved number and the determined special symbol. In other words, the variation time of the first upper limit game does not differ depending on the number of special games held based on the game ball entering the second starting port 16 when the first upper limit game is executed. . On the other hand, when the second upper limit game is executed, the variation time of the special game (for example, 10 seconds, 15 seconds, 20 seconds, 25 seconds, 30 seconds, and 35 seconds) is determined. In other words, the variation time of the second upper limit game differs depending on the number of special games that are held based on the game ball entering the second starting port 16 when the second upper limit game is executed.

As described above, the fluctuation time of the first upper limit game when a winning symbol is derived as a result of the first upper limit game is the same as that of the second upper limit game when a losing symbol is derived as a result of the second maximum game. is different from the fluctuation time of The fluctuation time of the first upper limit game when the chance symbols are derived as the result of the first upper limit game is different from the fluctuation time of the second upper limit game when the chance symbols are derived as the result of the second upper limit game. . The fluctuation time of the first upper limit game when the big winning symbols are derived as a result of the first upper limit game is different from the fluctuation time of the second upper limit game when the big winning symbols are derived as the result of the second upper limit game. . The average variation time of the first upper limit game is shorter than the average variation time of the second upper limit game.

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 that can specify the special 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.

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 passed. 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. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can execute the first special game when a game ball enters the first start hole 15 .

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. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can execute the second special game when a game ball enters the second start hole 16 .

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 identifies 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.

First, the main CPU 42 stores a control command that can specify the start of the opening time (hereinafter referred to as opening command) 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 specified opening control data for the big win game, and opens 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. 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. After finishing the final round game, 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 the present embodiment, the main CPU 42 that performs processing for shifting the game state is an example of game state control means for controlling the game state.

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 to the low probability state and the non-time saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the low probability non-time saving information as the game state information. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a low-probability non-time-saving command) that can be specified to be controlled in the low-probability non-time-saving state in the output buffer. When the main CPU 42 controls the high-probability state and the first time-saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the high-probability time-saving information as the game state information. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a high-probability short-time command) that can be specified to be controlled to the high-probability short-time state in the output buffer. When the main CPU 42 controls to the low-probability state and the first time-saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the first low-probability time-saving information as game state information. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a first low-probability short-time command) that can be specified to be controlled to the first low-probability short-time state in the output buffer. When the main CPU 42 controls to the low-probability state and the second time-saving state, the main RWM 44 stores the second low-probability time-saving information as game state information. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as a second low-probability short-time command) that can be specified to be controlled to the second low-probability short-time state in the output buffer.

The main CPU 42 sets a high probability flag in the main RWM 44 when finishing the second big win game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a high probability state. On the other hand, the main CPU 42 does not set the high accuracy flag to the main RWM 44 after ending the first big win game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability state. Further, the main CPU 42 does not set the high accuracy flag in the main RWM 44 even if the number of executions of the special game within the predetermined period Ta reaches the specified number of times Ka (500 times as an example). That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability state. Further, the main CPU 42 does not set the high accuracy flag to the main RWM 44 even if a chance symbol is derived in the special game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability state. The main CPU 42 erases the high probability flag when the big hit game is started and the high probability flag is set. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a low probability state during the jackpot game.

The main CPU 42 sets the first time-saving flag in the main RWM 44 when finishing the jackpot game. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the first time saving state. When the big hit game is ended, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the first time-saving initial number (eg, 100 times) as the first time-saving number. The first number of times of reduced working hours is information that can specify the remaining number of special games that can be executed in the first low-probable reduced-time state when the jackpot game is not given after being controlled to the first low-probable reduced-time state. . In addition, the first number of times of time saving is information capable of specifying the remaining number of special games that can be executed in the high probability of time saving state when the big winning game is not awarded after being controlled to the high probability of time saving state. At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command capable of specifying the first number of times of saving time (hereinafter referred to as a first number of times of saving time command) in the output buffer.

After the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game is finished, the main CPU 42 updates the first time-saving frequency stored in the main RWM 44 (eg, subtracts 1) each time the special game is finished. When the first number of times of saving time is updated, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a first number of times of saving time command that can specify the first number of times of saving time after updating. The main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag when the updated first time saving number of times becomes 0. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a non-time-saving state. In addition, when the updated first time saving frequency becomes 0, the main CPU 42 erases the high accuracy flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability state. Therefore, the main CPU 42 controls to the low-probability non-time saving state when the first number of times of time saving after the update becomes 0.

When the big hit game is started and the first time saving flag is set, the main CPU 42 erases the first time saving flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a non-time-saving state during the jackpot game. In other words, after the end of the first jackpot game or the second jackpot game, if the jackpot game is given before the first number of time reductions becomes 0, even if the first number of time reductions does not become 0, the low probability non-time reduction State controlled. Further, in the first upper limit game, when a winning pattern or a chance pattern is derived as a result of the first upper limit game, the first number of times of time saving is set to 0, so that the low-probability non-time saving state is controlled. That is, when the special game of the first upper limit number of times after being controlled to the first low-probability short working hours state or high-probable short working hours state is set as the first upper limit game, as a result of the first upper limit game Lost symbols or chance symbols are derived When it is done, it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state after the end of the first upper limit game. In this way, the first low-probability time-saving state and the high-probability time-saving state are ended regardless of whether the result of the first upper limit game is a big win pattern, a losing pattern, or a chance pattern. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, regardless of the result of the first upper limit game, the first low-probability short working hours state and the high-probable short working hours state are ended.

The main CPU 42 sets a second time saving flag in the main RWM 44 when the number of executions of the special game within the predetermined period Ta reaches the specified number of times Ka (500 times as an example). That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the second time saving state. Specifically, when the big win game is ended, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to store the initial number of times of operation (500 times as an example) as the number of times of operation. The number of times of operation is information that can specify the number of times the special game is executed within the predetermined period Ta. In other words, the number of operations is information that can specify the number of executions of the special game when the probability state is the low probability state in the period from the end of the big win game to the awarding of the big win game.

When the main RWM 44 stores the initial number of operations as the number of operations, the main CPU 42 stores a control command (hereinafter referred to as an operation number command) capable of specifying the number of operations in the output buffer. When the probability state is low probability state after the end of the jackpot game, the main CPU 42 updates the number of operations stored in the main RWM 44 (eg, subtracts 1) each time the special game is ended. When the number of operations is updated, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer an operation number command capable of specifying the number of operations after updating. When the number of operations is decremented by 1 and becomes 0, the main CPU 42 sets the second time saving flag in the main RWM 44 . That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the second time saving state. In this way, the main CPU 42 controls to the second time-saving state when the number of executions of the special game within the predetermined period Ta reaches the specified number of times Ka, and controls to the second low-probability time-saving state.

The main CPU 42 may set the second time saving flag in the main RWM 44 when a chance symbol is derived in the special game. That is, the main CPU 42 may control to the second time saving state. Specifically, when the probability state is a low probability state, the entering ball state is a non-time-saving state, and the stop symbol information stored in the main RWM 44 is a chance symbol, the main CPU 42 causes the main RWM 44 to Set the second time saving flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to the second low-probability short-time state.

When controlling to the second low-probability time saving state, the main CPU 42 stores the second time saving initial number (eg, 700 times) as the second time saving number of times in the main RWM 44 . The second time-saving number of times is information that can specify the remaining number of special games that can be executed in the second low-probability time-saving state when the jackpot game is not given after being controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state. . At this time, the main CPU 42 stores a control command capable of specifying the second number of times of saving time (hereinafter referred to as a second number of times of saving time command) in the output buffer. After controlling to the second low-probability time saving state, the main CPU 42 updates the second number of time saving times stored in the main RWM 44 (as an example, subtracts 1) each time the special game is ended. When the second number of times of saving time is updated, the main CPU 42 stores in the output buffer a second number of times of saving time command that can specify the second number of times of saving time after updating. The main CPU 42 erases the second time saving flag when the updated second time saving frequency becomes 0. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a non-time-saving state. Therefore, when the second number of times of time saving after updating becomes 0, the main CPU 42 controls to the low probability non-time saving state.

When the big hit game is started and the second time saving flag is set, the main CPU 42 erases the second time saving flag. That is, the main CPU 42 controls to a non-time-saving state during the jackpot game. In other words, after being controlled to the second low probability time saving state, if the jackpot game is given before the second time saving frequency becomes 0, even if the second time saving frequency does not become 0, the low probability non time saving state controlled by Further, in the second upper limit game, when a winning pattern or a chance pattern is derived as a result of the second upper limit game, the second number of times of time saving is set to 0, so that the low-probability non-time saving state is controlled. That is, in the case where the special game of the second upper limit number of times after being controlled to the second low probability time saving state is the second upper limit game, when the winning pattern or the chance pattern is derived as a result of the second upper limit game, the second After the end of the 2 upper limit game, it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. In this way, the second low-probability time-saving state ends regardless of whether the result of the second upper limit game is a big hit pattern, a losing pattern, or a chance pattern. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the second low-probability short-time state ends regardless of the result of the second upper limit game.

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 SE4. 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 in progress and when the normal game is not in progress, while making a negative determination when the normal winning game is in progress or the normal game is in progress. 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 number of normal reservations is 0, the main CPU 42 terminates the normal symbol start process. 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.

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. Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of normal 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 the game ball entering the second starting port 16 is higher than when it is in the non-time-saving state.

Next, the winning process performed by the main CPU 42 will be described.
When receiving a detection signal from the first starting sensor SE1, the main CPU 42 performs control to provide a predetermined number (three as an example) of game balls. At this time, the main CPU 42 outputs a control command (hereinafter referred to as a first winning command) capable of specifying that three game balls are to be paid out based on the fact that the game balls have entered the first starting port 15. Store in buffer. When the detection signal is input from the second starting sensor SE2, the main CPU 42 performs control to provide a predetermined number (three as an example) of game balls. At this time, the main CPU 42 outputs a control command (hereinafter referred to as a second winning command) capable of specifying that three game balls are to be paid out based on the entry of the game balls into the second starting port 16. Store in buffer. When the detection signal is input from the special winning sensor SE3, the main CPU 42 performs control to provide a predetermined number (10 as an example) of game balls. At this time, the main CPU 42 sends a control command (hereinafter referred to as a special prize winning command) that can specify that 10 game balls will be paid out based on the fact that the game balls have entered the big prize winning port 18, to the output buffer. Store. When a detection signal is input from a normal winning sensor (not shown), the main CPU 42 performs control to award a predetermined number (one as an example) of game balls. At this time, the main CPU 42 sends a control command (hereinafter referred to as normal winning command) that can specify that one game ball is paid out based on the game ball entering the big winning hole 18 to the output buffer. Store.

Next, various processes executed by the sub CPU 51 of the sub control board 50 will be described.
First, processing when a control command is input will be described.
When a setting value command is input, the secondary CPU 51 causes the secondary RWM 53 to store the set value and information that can be specified (hereinafter referred to as secondary setting value information). When the low-probability non-shortening working hours command is input, the sub-CPU51 stores in the sub-RWM 53 information that can specify that the low-probability non-shortening working hours state is controlled. Sub CPU51 memorize|stores in sub RWM53 the information which can be specified that it is controlled by high probability short working hours state, when a high probability short working hours command is input. Sub CPU51 makes sub RWM53 memorize|store the information which can be specified that it is controlled by the 1st low probability short working hours state, when the 1st low probability short working hours command is input. Sub CPU51 memorize|stores in sub RWM53 the information which can be specified that it is controlled by the 2nd low probability short working hours state, when a 2nd low probability short working hours command is input. When the first time saving command is input, the sub CPU 51 stores in the sub RWM 53 information that can specify the remaining number of special games that can be executed in the first low probability time saving state and high probability time saving state. Thereby, the secondary CPU 51 can identify that the first upper limit game has been executed. When the second time saving command is input, the sub CPU 51 causes the sub RWM 53 to store information that can specify the remaining number of special games that can be executed in the second low probability time saving state. Thereby, the secondary CPU 51 can identify that the second upper limit game has been executed. When receiving the initialization command, the secondary CPU 51 executes secondary RWM clear processing. In the secondary RWM clear process, the secondary CPU 51 initializes the information excluding the secondary set value information among the information backed up.

Next, the effect game processing will be described.
The effect game process is a process for executing 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 corresponding to the special game. Specifically, when a variation start command is input, the sub CPU 51 selects an effect pattern (details of effect) for the effect game based on a change pattern that can be specified from the control command. 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 displayed with the input of the fluctuation end command as a trigger. Also, the sub CPU 51 may cause a notice effect to be executed in relation to the effect game. When executing the notice effect, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE including the effect display device EH so as to execute the notice effect. The notice effect is a effect of suggesting or notifying the degree of expectation that the special game being executed will result in a big win (the degree of expectation of a big win). For example, as the advance notice effect, there is a mode (percentage display as an example) showing the degree of expectation for a big hit as a probability. In other words, the advance notice effect can be said to be a effect suggesting or notifying the probability that a big win symbol will be derived as a result of the special game being executed. Not limited to this, for example, in the effect display device EH, the degree of expectation for a big hit may be suggested or notified by the color of the displayed image. Also, the advance notice effect may be a effect that suggests or notifies the degree of expectation for a big hit in the pending special game.

Next, the production mode will be explained.
The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute an effect mode. In this embodiment, there are multiple types of presentation modes. Then, the pachinko game machine 10 is controlled to one of a plurality of types of presentation modes. The performance mode is also called a performance state. In each production mode, mode identification information that can identify the production mode during stay (the production mode being controlled) is suggested or notified. In the pachinko game machine 10, different background images are displayed on the effect display device EH for each type of effect mode. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, for example, the decoration lamp LA is caused to emit light in a different luminescent color for each type of production mode, or background music which is different for each type of production mode is output from the speaker SP. suggest or inform. The performance modes in the pachinko game machine 10 include a normal mode, a first chance mode, and a second chance mode.

Here, the control concerning production mode is demonstrated. In this embodiment, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect mode.
The sub CPU 51 controls to the normal mode when being controlled to the low-probability short-time state. The sub CPU 51 controls the first chance mode after the first big win game is finished. The secondary CPU 51 controls the first chance mode until the first low-probability short-time state is controlled to the low-probability short-time state after the end of the first jackpot game. After the end of the first jackpot game, the secondary CPU 51 is controlled to the normal mode when it is controlled from the first low-probability short working-time state to the low-probability non-shortening working-time state. The sub CPU 51 controls to the first chance mode after the second jackpot game ends. The secondary CPU 51 controls the first chance mode until the high-probability time-saving state is controlled to the low-probability non-time-saving state after the second jackpot game ends. The sub CPU 51 controls to the normal mode when it is controlled from the high-probability non-time-saving state to the low-probability non-time-saving state after the end of the second jackpot game.

The secondary CPU 51 controls to the second chance mode when controlled to the second low probability short working hours state. The secondary CPU 51 controls the second chance mode until it is controlled to the low probability unreduced working hours state after being controlled to the second low probability reduced working hours state. Sub CPU51, after being controlled to the second low probability of short working hours state, when controlled from the second low probability of short working hours state to the low probability of short working hours state, controls to the normal mode.

When the sub CPU51 is controlled from the low-probability non-reduction working hours state to the first low-probability short-working hours state, the high-probability short-working hours state, and the second low-probability short-working hours state, so as to execute a right-handed production prompting to hit to the right. to control the effect device group DE. The right-handed effect can also be said to be an effect that suggests or notifies that the game state in which hitting to the left is recommended has been controlled to the game state in which hitting to the right is recommended. That is, the right-handed production is executed when the low-probability short-time state ends. Thus, the right-handed production is a production executed in relation to the end of the low probability unreduced working hours state, and can be regarded as a production that suggests or notifies information regarding the end of the low probability unreduced working hours state. The right-handed effect of this embodiment is executed in the effect display device EH. Then, the right-handed effect is executed for a predetermined period (for example, 5 seconds) after the right-handed effect is started. In addition, when the sub CPU 51 controls from any one of the first low-probability short-time state, the high-probability short-time state, and the second low-probability short-time state to the low-probability non-short-time state, it executes a left-handed performance that encourages hitting to the left. The effect device group DE is controlled as follows. The left-handed effect can also be said to be an effect that suggests or notifies that the game state in which right-handed hitting is recommended has been controlled to the game state in which left-handed hitting is recommended. That is, the left-handed production is executed when any one of the first low-probability short working hours state, the high-probability short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state ends. In this way, the left-handed production is a production that is executed in connection with the end of any of the first low-probability short working hours state, high-probability short working hours state, and second low-probable short working hours state, and the first low-probable short working hours state It can be regarded as a production that suggests or notifies information about the end of any of the state, the high probability of short working hours state, and the second low probability of short working hours state. The left-handed effect of this embodiment is executed in the effect display device EH. Then, the left-handed effect is executed for a predetermined period (for example, 5 seconds) after the start of the left-handed effect.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the game state shifts, the production mode changes, and the mode identification information capable of identifying the controlled production mode is suggested or notified. In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the game state shifts, either a right-handed performance or a left-handed performance can be executed. In addition, in the pachinko game machine 10, it is recommended to hit to the right during the jackpot game so that the game ball can easily enter the jackpot 18.例文帳に追加Therefore, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot game is generated (provided) while being controlled in the low-probability short-time state, a right-handed performance is executed. On the other hand, in the pachinko game machine 10, when a jackpot game is generated (given) while being controlled to one of the first low-probability short-time state, high-probability short-time state, and second low-probability short-time state, hit right Performance is not executed.

Next, setting-related effects that can be executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described together with control by the sub CPU 51 .
The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a setting-related effect in a situation where it is controlled in a low-probability short-time state. The setting-related effect is a effect that is executed based on set values. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 in this embodiment has different jackpot probabilities depending on the set values. Therefore, the setting-related effect can also be said to be an effect related to the provision of a big hit game.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a setting-related effect in a situation where it is controlled from either the first low-probability short-time state or the high-probability short-time state to the low-probability short-time state. Specifically, when the sub CPU 51 is in the first low probability time saving state and the first time saving number of times is 1, when the fluctuation start command is input, the effect display device EH so as to execute the setting related effect to control. When the sub CPU 51 is in the high-probability time saving state and the first time saving number is 1, when the variation start command is input, the effect display device EH is controlled to execute the setting related effect. That is, when the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the setting-related effect. In the following description, the setting-related effect executed when the first upper limit game is started is referred to as "set value effect". The set value effect is an effect that suggests or notifies the set value that has been set. In other words, the set value effect is an effect of suggesting or notifying the value stored as the information regarding the granting of the jackpot game. The set value effect is an example of a specific effect.

When the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 executes the set value effect regardless of the input special symbol command. Further, the sub CPU 51 causes the set value effect to be executed regardless of the variation pattern when the first upper limit game is started. When the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 executes the set value effect regardless of whether the input special symbol command is a losing symbol, a chance symbol, or a big win symbol. That is, when the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 executes the set value effect regardless of the result of the first upper limit game. Note that the sub CPU 51 does not execute the set value effect even if a special game different from the first upper limit game is started. For example, the sub CPU 51 does not execute the set value effect even if the second upper limit game is started. It can be said that the set value effect is an effect executed only in the first upper limit game. Thus, the set value effect is not executed when either one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, but when the other special game is executed, the other special game is executed. It is a production that can be executed regardless of the result.

8(a) and 8(b) show an example of the display contents of the effect display device EH when the set value effect is executed.
During execution of the first upper limit game, the effect display device EH displays a character string St suggesting or notifying the set value. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8(a), the effect display device EH displays "setting 2 or 4 or 6" indicating that the set value is one of setting 2, setting 4, and setting 6. A character string St1 is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 8(b), the effect display device EH displays a character string St2 "setting 1 confirmed" indicating that the set value is setting 1. FIG. Although details will be described later, there are a plurality of types of character strings St that suggest or notify the set value. Thus, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the set value effect is executed, the set value that is set is suggested or reported on the effect display device EH. The set values (setting information) that have been set are stored in the main RWM 44 as information regarding the awarding of the jackpot game. In other words, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to suggest or notify a value (one of 1 to 6 as an example) stored as information relating to the awarding of the jackpot game.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a setting-related effect in a situation where it is controlled from the second low-probability short working hours state to the low-probability non-shortening working hours state. Specifically, when the secondary CPU 51 is in the second low probability time saving state and the second time saving number of times is 1, when the variation start command is input, the effect display device EH so as to execute the setting related effect to control. That is, when the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the setting-related effect. In the following description, the setting-related effect executed when the second upper limit game is started is referred to as "probability effect". The probability performance is a performance of suggesting or notifying a jackpot probability based on the set value when being controlled to the second low-probability short working hours state. In other words, the probability effect is a effect of suggesting or notifying the big hit probability based on the set value when the probability state is the low probability state. Then, the probability effect is executed while the second upper limit game is being executed. That is, the probability effect is a effect that suggests or notifies the probability of a big win symbol being derived as a result of the second upper limit game (big win probability in the second upper limit game). Probability production is an example of special production.

When the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 executes the probability effect regardless of the input special symbol command. Further, the sub CPU 51 causes the probability effect to be executed regardless of the variation pattern when the second upper limit game is started. When the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 executes the probability effect regardless of whether the input special symbol command is a winning symbol, a chance symbol, or a big hit symbol. That is, when the second upper limit game is started, the secondary CPU 51 executes the probability effect regardless of the result of the second upper limit game. Note that the secondary CPU 51 does not execute the probability effect even if a special game different from the second upper limit game is started. For example, the secondary CPU 51 does not execute the probability effect even if the first upper limit game is started. Therefore, it can be said that the probability effect is an effect executed only in the second upper limit game. Thus, the probability effect is not executed when either one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, but when the other special game is executed, the result of the other special game is displayed. It is a production that can be executed regardless of

9(a) and 9(b) show an example of the display contents of the effect display device EH when the probability effect is executed.
During execution of the second upper limit game, the effect display device EH displays a character string Sh suggesting or notifying the probability of a big win in the second upper limit game based on the set value. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 9(a), the effect display device EH displays the message "Big win probability higher than 1/300" indicating that the probability of a big win in the second upper limit game is higher than 1/300. " is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 9B, the effect display device EH displays a character string Sh2 "jackpot probability 1/320" indicating that the jackpot probability in the second upper limit game is 1/320. be. Although details will be described later, there are a plurality of types of character strings Sh that suggest or notify the probability of a big win in the second upper limit game. In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the probability effect is executed, the effect display device EH suggests or informs of the jackpot probability in the second upper limit game.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the set value effect, which is an example of the setting-related effect, is executed when the first upper limit game is executed. The set value effect is not executed when the second upper limit game is executed. That is, the set value effect is executed when the first upper limit game is executed, but is not executed when the second upper limit game is executed. The set value effect is executed during execution of the first upper limit game, but is not executed during execution of the second upper limit game. In the pachinko gaming machine 10, a probability effect, which is an example of a setting-related effect, is executed when the second upper limit game is executed. The probability effect is not executed when the first upper limit game is executed. That is, the probability effect is executed when the second upper limit game is executed, but is not executed when the first upper limit game is executed. The probability effect is executed during execution of the second upper limit game, but is not executed during execution of the first upper limit game.

Next, the state transition effect that can be executed in the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described together with the control by the sub CPU 51. FIG.
The pachinko game machine 10 is configured so as to be able to execute a state transition performance in a situation where it is controlled to a low probability non-working time saving state. The state transition effect is an effect executed based on transition from any one of the first low-probability short working hours state, the high-probability short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state to the low-probable short working hours state. That is, the state transition effect is an effect that is executed based on the end of any of the first low-probability short working hours state, the high-probability short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state. The state transition production is a production that suggests or notifies information about the end of the first low-probability short working hours state, the high-probability short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state. The state transition effect is an example of a special effect.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute a state transition effect in a situation where it is controlled from either the first low-probability short-time state or the high-probability short-time state to the low-probability short-time state. Specifically, when the sub CPU 51 is in the first low probability time saving state and the first time saving number of times is 1, when the fluctuation start command is input, the effect display device EH so as to execute the state transition effect may control The secondary CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH to execute the state transition effect when the variable start command is input in the high probability time saving state and when the first time saving number is 1. . That is, when the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so as to execute the state transition effect.

The sub CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the state transition effect based on the input special symbol command when the first upper limit game is started. When the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 decides to execute the state transition effect if the input special symbol command is either a losing symbol or a chance symbol. On the other hand, when the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 determines not to execute the state transition effect if the input special symbol command is a jackpot symbol. That is, when the first upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the state transition effect based on the result of the first upper limit game. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the state transition effect is executed when the result of the first upper limit game is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the state transition effect is not executed when the result of the first upper limit game is a jackpot symbol.

The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to execute the state transition effect in a situation where it is controlled from the second low-probability short working hours state to the low-probability non-shortening working hours state. Specifically, when the sub CPU 51 is in the second low-probability time saving state and the second time saving number of times is 1, when the variation start command is input, the effect display device EH so as to execute the state transition effect may control In other words, when the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so as to execute the state transition effect.

The sub CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the state transition effect based on the input special symbol command when the second upper limit game is started. When the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 decides to execute the state transition effect if the input special symbol command is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol. On the other hand, when the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 determines not to execute the state transition effect if the input special symbol command is a jackpot symbol. That is, when the second upper limit game is started, the sub CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the state transition effect based on the result of the second upper limit game. As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the state transition effect is executed when the result of the second upper limit game is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the state transition effect is not executed when the result of the second upper limit game is a jackpot symbol.

10(a) and 10(b) show an example of the display contents of the effect display device EH when the state transition effect is executed.
In the first upper limit game, on the effect display device EH, information on the end of the first low probability time saving state and high probability time saving state based on the end of either the first low probability time saving state and high probability time saving state A character string Sj suggesting or notifying is displayed. In the second upper limit game, the effect display device EH displays a character string Sj suggesting or notifying information about the end of the second low-probability of working hours state based on the end of the second low-probability of working hours state. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10(a), the effect display device EH displays a character string Sj1 saying "game state transitions" indicating that the game state will shift. In addition, as shown in FIG. 10(b), the effect display device EH has a message indicating that the first low probability time saving state, high probability time saving state, and second low probability time saving state are ended. A character string Sj2 saying "I'm sorry" is displayed. Not limited to this, the character string Sj2 may be a character string "the first low-probability short-time state, the high-probability short-time state, and the second low-probable short-time state end". In this embodiment, either the character string Sj1 or the character string Sj2 is displayed when the state transition effect is executed. Thus, in the pachinko game machine 10, when the state transition effect is executed, in the effect display device EH, information on the end of the first low probability short working state, high probability short working state, and second low short working time state suggests or notified.

As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the state transition effect can be executed when the first upper limit game is executed. Also, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the state transition effect can be executed when the second upper limit game is executed. In other words, the state transition effect can be executed when any special game of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed. However, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the first upper limit game is executed, the state transition effect is not executed when the result of the first upper limit game is a jackpot symbol. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the first upper limit game is executed, the state transition effect is executed when the result of the first upper limit game is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the second upper limit game is executed, the state transition effect is not executed when the result of the second upper limit game is a big hit symbol. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when the second upper limit game is executed, the state transition effect is executed when the result of the second upper limit game is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol. As described above, the state transition effect can be executed regardless of whether the special game of the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed. and a non-specific result (lost symbol and chance symbol).

A specific example of the flow of effects when the first upper limit game is executed will be described below together with the control by the sub CPU 51 .
FIG. 11(a) is a timing chart showing an example of a case where a winning symbol is derived as a result of the first upper limit game when the first upper limit game is executed.

At the time tm10, it is assumed that the special game of the first upper limit number of times is started after being controlled to the first low probability short working hours state. At this time, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute the set value effect. In addition, the sub CPU 51 does not decide to execute the probability effect. The sub CPU 51 determines to execute the state transition effect by specifying that the winning symbol will be derived by the input special symbol command.

Here, the sub CPU 51 determines the length of the execution period of the set value effect. Specifically, when the sub CPU 51 decides to execute the set value effect, it determines the length of the execution period of the set value effect based on the input special symbol command. When the input special symbol command is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol, the sub CPU 51 determines an execution time T10 (eg, 3 seconds) as the length of the execution period of the set value effect.

At time tm11, the sub CPU 51 starts the set value effect. The sub CPU 51 starts the state transition effect at time tm12 after a predetermined time Tj (eg, 1.5 seconds) has elapsed since the start of the set value effect. At this time, the sub CPU 51 continues to execute the set value presentation started at time tm11. After that, the sub CPU 51 terminates the set value effect at time tm13. At this time, the sub CPU 51 continues to execute the state transition effect started at time tm12.

At time tm14, the special game (first upper limit game) started at time tm10 is finished. At this time, it is assumed that the winning symbol is derived in the special game. Then, in the pachinko game machine 10, the number of times of the first time saving becomes 0 with the end of the special game, and the game state is controlled from the first low-probability time-saving state to the low-probability non-time-saving state. Further, at time tm14, the sub CPU 51 terminates the state transition effect. After that, at time tm15, the special game is started in the low-probability non-time-saving state because the jackpot symbol was not derived in the first upper limit game.

FIG. 11(b) is a timing chart showing an example of a case where a big winning symbol is derived as a result of the first upper limit game when the first upper limit game is executed.
At the time tm10, it is assumed that the special game of the first upper limit number of times is started after being controlled to the first low probability short working hours state. At this time, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute the set value effect. In addition, the sub CPU 51 does not decide to execute the probability effect. The sub CPU 51 determines not to execute the state transition effect by specifying that the input special symbol command will lead to a big hit symbol.

Here, the sub CPU 51 determines the length of the execution period of the set value effect. When the input special symbol command is a jackpot symbol, the sub CPU 51 determines an execution time T20 (eg, 1.5 seconds) shorter than the execution time T10 as the length of the execution period of the set value effect. In this way, the execution period of the set value effect differs depending on the result of the first upper limit game. The execution period of the set value effect is longer when the result of the first upper limit game is either a winning symbol or a chance symbol than when the result of the first upper limit game is a big winning symbol. Not limited to this, the execution period of the set value effect is shorter when the result of the first upper limit game is either a win symbol or a chance symbol than when the result of the first upper limit game is a big hit symbol. may Further, the execution period of the set value effect may be different between when the result of the first upper limit game is a winning symbol and when the result of the first upper limit game is a chance symbol. For example, the execution period of the set value effect may be shorter or longer when the result of the first upper limit game is the chance symbol than when the result of the first upper limit game is the losing symbol. .

At time tm11, the sub CPU 51 starts the set value effect. The sub CPU 51 ends the set value presentation at time tm12 after a predetermined time Tj (eg, 1.5 seconds) has elapsed since the start of the set value presentation. After that, at time tm14, the special game (first upper limit game) started at time tm10 is finished. At this time, in the special game, it is assumed that the jackpot pattern is derived. Then, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game state is controlled from the first low-probability short-time state to the low-probability short-time state based on the occurrence (granting) of the jackpot game. That is, at the time tm14, the pachinko gaming machine 10 generates a jackpot game.

As described above, the set value effect is executed regardless of the result of the first upper limit game when the first upper limit game is executed. On the other hand, the state transition effect is not executed when the result of the first upper limit game is a specific result out of a specific result (big win pattern) and a non-specific result (loss pattern and chance pattern), but is executed when the result is a non-specific result. be. Then, as shown in FIG. 11(a), the state transition effect is started after the set value effect is started. Also, the state transition effect ends after the set value effect ends. That is, the state transition effect can be executed after the set value effect is executed.

A specific example of the flow of effects when the second upper limit game is executed will be described below together with the control by the sub CPU 51 .
FIG. 12(a) is a timing chart showing an example of a case where a winning symbol is derived as a result of the second upper limit game when the second upper limit game is executed.

At time tm20, it is assumed that the special game of the second upper limit number of times has been started after being controlled to the second low probability short working hours state. At this time, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute the probability effect. It should be noted that the sub CPU 51 does not decide to execute the set value effect. The sub CPU 51 determines to execute the state transition effect by specifying that the winning symbol will be derived by the input special symbol command.

Here, the secondary CPU 51 determines the length of the execution period of the probability effect. Specifically, when the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the probability effect, it determines the length of the execution period of the probability effect based on the input special symbol command. When the input special symbol command is either a losing symbol or a chance symbol, the sub CPU 51 determines an execution time T30 (eg, 7 seconds) as the length of the execution period of the probability effect.

At time tm21, the secondary CPU 51 starts the probability effect. The sub CPU 51 starts the state transition effect at time tm22 after a predetermined time Tp (eg, 5 seconds) has elapsed since the start of the probability effect. At this time, the secondary CPU 51 continues to execute the probability effect started at time tm21. After that, the sub CPU 51 terminates the probability effect at time tm23. At this time, the sub CPU 51 continues to execute the state transition effect started at time tm22.

At time tm24, the special game (second upper limit game) started at time tm20 is finished. At this time, it is assumed that the winning symbol is derived in the special game. Then, in the pachinko game machine 10, the number of times of the second time saving becomes 0 as the special game ends, and the game state is controlled from the second low probability time saving state to the low probability non time saving state. Further, at time tm24, the sub CPU 51 terminates the state transition effect. After that, at time tm25, the special game is started in the low-probability non-time-saving state because the big-hit symbol was not derived in the second upper limit game.

FIG. 12(b) is a timing chart showing an example of a case where a big winning symbol is derived as a result of the second upper limit game when the second upper limit game is executed.
At time tm20, it is assumed that the special game of the second upper limit number of times has been started after being controlled to the second low probability short working hours state. At this time, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute the probability effect. It should be noted that the sub CPU 51 does not decide to execute the set value effect. The sub CPU 51 determines not to execute the state transition effect by specifying that the input special symbol command will lead to a big hit symbol.

Here, the secondary CPU 51 determines the length of the execution period of the probability effect. When the input special symbol command is a jackpot symbol, the sub CPU 51 determines an execution time T40 (eg, 5 seconds) shorter than the execution time T30 as the length of the execution period of the probability effect. Thus, the execution period of the probability effect differs depending on the result of the second upper limit game. The execution period of the probability effect is longer when the result of the second upper limit game is either a win symbol or a chance symbol than when the result of the second upper limit game is a big hit symbol. Not limited to this, the execution period of the probability effect is shorter when the result of the second upper limit game is either a win symbol or a chance symbol than when the result of the second upper limit game is a big hit symbol. good too. Further, the execution period of the probability effect may be different between the case where the result of the second upper limit game is a winning symbol and the case where the result of the second upper limit game is a chance symbol. For example, the execution period of the probability effect may be shorter or longer when the result of the second upper limit game is the chance symbol than when the result of the second upper limit game is the losing symbol.

At time tm21, the secondary CPU 51 starts the probability effect. The secondary CPU 51 ends the probability presentation at time tm22 after a predetermined time Tp (eg, 5 seconds) has elapsed since the start of the probability presentation. After that, at time tm24, the special game (second upper limit game) started at time tm20 is finished. At this time, in the special game, it is assumed that the jackpot pattern is derived. Then, in the pachinko game machine 10, the game state is controlled from the second low-probability short-time state to the low-probability short-time state based on the occurrence (granting) of the jackpot game. That is, at the time tm24, the pachinko gaming machine 10 causes a jackpot game.

As described above, the probability effect is executed regardless of the result of the second upper limit game when the second upper limit game is executed. On the other hand, the state transition effect is not executed when the result of the second upper limit game is a specific result (big win pattern) or a non-specific result (loss pattern and chance pattern), but is executed when the result is a non-specific result. be. Then, as shown in FIG. 12(a), the state transition effect is started after the probability effect is started. Also, the state transition effect ends after the probability effect ends. That is, the state transition effect can be executed after the probability effect is executed.

Next, the big hit effect processing will be described.
The big-hit effect processing is a process for executing an effect (hereinafter referred to as a big-hit effect) during the big-hit game. When the sub CPU 51 inputs an opening command, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE so as to execute an opening effect. 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.

When a special winning command is input during a jackpot game, the sub CPU 51 can specify the number of game balls put out, which can be specified by the special winning command, and can specify the number of winning balls in one or more jackpot games. It is added to the information (hereinafter referred to as the number of wins during consecutive big wins) and stored in the secondary RWM 53 . The number of acquisitions during the continuous jackpot is 0 after the jackpot game is given when it is controlled in either the low-probability non-time-saving state or the second low-probability time-saving state (so-called, from the first hit), the first time-saving number is 0 It is information that can specify the total number of game balls paid out based on the game balls entering the big winning opening 18 until it is controlled to the low probability non-time saving state by becoming. Not limited to this, the number of wins during consecutive big wins may be added based on the game ball entering the big winning opening 18, the first starting opening 15, the second starting opening 16, and the normal winning opening 26. . In other words, the number of acquisitions during consecutive jackpots is information that can specify the total number of acquisitions of game balls during so-called consecutive games. In addition, when the sub CPU 51 is controlled from the first low-probability non-time-saving state to the low-probability non-time-saving state by the first time-saving number becoming 0, the number of acquisitions during the continuous jackpot is initialized (0 as an example). It is stored in the sub RWM 53 . In addition, when the first number of times of time saving becomes 0, the secondary CPU 51 initializes the number of acquisitions during continuous jackpots (0 as an example) when controlled from the high-probability time-saving state to the low-probability non-time-saving state. be memorized.

The sub CPU 51 controls the effect device group DE so as to execute the winning effect during the big win game based on the number of wins during the consecutive big wins. Acquisition effect is an effect in which the effect display device EH displays an acquisition point Kp capable of specifying the number of acquisitions during consecutive big wins, and a character Kg can be displayed based on the number of acquisitions during consecutive big wins.

As shown in FIGS. 13(a) and 13(b), when the win effect is executed during the big win game, the win point Kp is displayed on the effect display device EH.
FIG. 13(a) is an example of a win effect when the number of consecutive jackpot wins reaches the first win number (10000 as an example). When the number of wins during consecutive big wins reaches the first number of wins, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the win points Kp1 are displayed. Acquisition point Kp1 is an image of a character string "10000ptGET". In addition, the secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" are displayed. Character Kg1 is an image of a character imitating "panda". The secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" are continuously displayed. At this time, the secondary CPU 51 causes the secondary RWM 53 to store information (hereinafter referred to as a first acquisition display flag) that can specify that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" have been displayed. When the first acquisition display flag is stored in the secondary RWM 53, the secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" are continuously displayed. In other words, the sub CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" are displayed during a plurality of jackpot games.

The secondary CPU 51 erases the first win display flag when the number of wins during consecutive big wins is less than the first win number. In addition, the sub CPU 51 erases the first win display flag when the number of consecutive jackpot wins is equal to or greater than the second win number (20000 as an example). In other words, the sub CPU 51 does not display the character Kg1 and the character string "Panda Appears" before the number of winning consecutive jackpots reaches the first number of winning. The sub CPU 51 does not display the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" when the number of wins during consecutive big wins reaches the second number of wins. In this way, when the winning number during the consecutive big wins is equal to or greater than the first winning number and less than the second winning number (20000 as an example), the sub CPU 51 controls the character Kg1 and the "panda appearance" during the big winning game. The effect display device EH is controlled so as to display the character string. The secondary CPU 51 may display the earned points Kp based on the number of consecutive big wins won before the number of consecutive big wins won reaches the first number of wins. Further, when the number of wins during consecutive big wins is greater than the first number of wins, the sub CPU 51 may display the earned points Kp based on the number of wins during consecutive big wins.

FIG. 13(b) is an example of a win effect when the number of consecutive jackpot wins reaches the second win number. When the number of wins during consecutive big wins reaches the second number of wins, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the win points Kp2 are displayed. Acquisition point Kp2 is an image of a character string "20000ptGET". In addition, the secondary CPU 51 erases the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" and controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "lion appears" are displayed. Character Kg2 is an image of a character imitating a "lion". The secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "appearing lion" are continuously displayed. At this time, the secondary CPU 51 causes the secondary RWM 53 to store information that can specify that the character Kg2 and the character string "Lion appears" have been displayed (hereinafter referred to as a second acquisition display flag). When the second acquisition display flag is stored in the secondary RWM 53, the secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "Appearing Lion" are continuously displayed. In other words, the sub CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "appearing lion" are displayed during a plurality of jackpot games.

The secondary CPU 51 erases the second win display flag when the number of wins during consecutive big wins is less than the second win number. That is, the sub CPU 51 does not display the character Kg2 and the character string "Lion appears" before the number of winning consecutive jackpots reaches the second number of winning. In this way, the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "Lion appears" are displayed during the jackpot game when the number of consecutive jackpot wins is equal to or greater than the second win number. . The sub CPU 51 may display the earned points Kp based on the number of consecutive big wins won before the number of consecutive big wins won reaches the second number of wins. Further, when the number of wins during consecutive big wins is greater than the second number of wins, the sub CPU 51 may display the earned points Kp based on the number of wins during consecutive big wins.

Here, the set value effect in the present embodiment is executed based on the effect executed during execution of the big hit game. Specifically, the set value effect is executed based on the execution content of the acquired effect. For example, when the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appearance" are displayed (hereinafter referred to as the first acquisition effect) are executed, after the jackpot game in which the first acquisition effect is executed, the jackpot game is executed. When the first upper limit game is executed without being awarded, the set value effect is executed based on the first acquisition effect. In other words, when an acquisition effect in which the acquisition point Kp1 is displayed is executed, after the jackpot game in which the acquisition effect is executed is completed, when the first upper limit game is executed without giving the jackpot game, A set value effect is executed based on the obtained effect.

For example, when the character Kg2 and the character string "appearing a lion" are displayed (hereinafter referred to as a second acquisition effect), the jackpot game is executed after the big win game in which the second acquisition effect is executed. When the first upper limit game is executed without being awarded, the set value effect is executed based on the second acquisition effect. In other words, when an acquisition effect in which the acquisition point Kp2 is displayed is executed, after the jackpot game in which the acquisition effect is executed is completed, when the first upper limit game is executed without giving the jackpot game, A set value effect is executed based on the obtained effect. Therefore, it can be said that the set value effect is executed based on the number of wins during the consecutive big wins.

The types of set value effects that are executed based on the effect contents of the obtained effects will be described in detail.
FIGS. 14(a) to 14(f) show examples of types of set value effects for each set value. In this embodiment, there are a plurality of types of set value effects. In the present embodiment, set value effects that can be executed are determined depending on the set values. As shown in FIG. 14(a), in setting 1, four types of set value effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 14(b), in setting 2, five types of set value effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 14(c), in setting 3, six types of set value effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 14(d), in setting 4, seven kinds of set value effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 14(e), in setting 5, eight types of set value effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 14(f), in setting 6, eight types of set value effects can be executed. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, executable set value effects are determined by the acquisition effects executed during the jackpot game before the set value effects are executed.

When the sub CPU 51 decides to execute the set value effect, the set value, whether or not the first acquisition display flag is stored, whether or not the second acquisition display flag is stored, Determines the set value rendering to be performed by . For example, when the set value is 1 and neither the first acquisition display flag nor the second acquisition display flag is stored, the secondary CPU 51 selects either the set value presentation H01 or the set value presentation H02. decide to carry out In this case, the secondary CPU 51 performs a lottery so that the set value effect H01 and the set value effect H02 are determined with the probability in the "selection probability" column in FIG. 14(a). That is, when the set value is 1 and neither the first acquisition display flag nor the second acquisition display flag is stored, the secondary CPU 51 has a probability of 60% to execute the set value presentation H01. , and decides to execute the set value effect H02 with a probability of 40%.

For example, when the set value is 3 and the first acquisition display flag is stored, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute one of the set value effects H03 to H05. That is, when the set value is 3 and the first acquisition display flag is stored, the secondary CPU 51 determines to execute the set value effect H03 with a probability of 40%. It decides to execute the set value effect H04 with probability, and decides to execute the set value effect H05 with a probability of 20%. For example, when the set value is 6 and the second acquisition display flag is stored, the secondary CPU 51 determines to execute the set value effect H13.

The sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the determined set value effect during execution of the first upper limit game. Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the content of the set value presentation is determined based on the presentation executed during the execution of the jackpot game given before the first upper limit game is executed.

15(a) and 15(b) show an example of the display contents of the effect display device EH when the set value effect is executed.
In FIG. 15(a), it is determined that the set value effect H06 is executed when the first acquisition effect is executed during the jackpot game awarded before the first upper limit game is executed. An example of the display contents of the effect display device EH at that time is shown. In other words, FIG. 15(a) shows the display contents of the effect display device EH when the first upper limit game is executed without giving the big win game after the end of the big win game in which the first win effect is executed. Here is an example. On the effect display device EH, a character string St3 "Set 4 or more" indicating that the set value is 4 or more (4 to 6 as an example) is displayed. In addition, the effect display device EH displays the character Kg1 and the character string "I'll teach you."

In FIG. 15(b), it is determined that the set value effect H13 is executed when the second win effect is executed during the jackpot game awarded before the first upper limit game is executed. An example of the display contents of the effect display device EH at that time is shown. In other words, FIG. 15(b) shows the display contents of the effect display device EH when the first upper limit game is executed without giving the big win game after the end of the big win game in which the second win effect is executed. Here is an example. On the effect display device EH, a character string St4 of "setting 6 confirmed" indicating that the set value is setting 6 is displayed. In addition, the effect display device EH displays the character Kg2 and the character string "I will teach you".

Thus, the effect display device EH can simultaneously display the character Kg displayed in the acquired effect in addition to the display by the set value effect when the set value effect is executed. Note that if neither the first acquisition effect nor the second acquisition effect is executed during the jackpot game awarded before the first upper limit game is executed, the effect is executed even if the set value effect is executed. The character Kg is not displayed on the display device EH.

As described above, in the effect display device EH, the set value effect based on the effect executed during the execution of the jackpot game given before the first upper limit game is executed is executed. Furthermore, the effect display device EH can execute the effect of displaying the character Kg based on the effect executed during the execution of the jackpot game given before the first upper limit game is executed. In the pachinko game machine 10, during execution of the jackpot game given before the execution of the first upper limit game, the case where the first acquisition performance is executed and the case where the second acquisition performance is executed are set. The effect mode of the effect executed by the effect display device EH when the value effect is executed is different. In the pachinko game machine 10, during execution of the jackpot game given before the execution of the first upper limit game, the first acquisition performance is executed and the first acquisition performance and the second acquisition performance are not executed. The effect mode of the effect executed by the effect display device EH is different between when the set value effect is executed and when the effect display device EH executes the set value effect. In the pachinko game machine 10, during execution of the jackpot game given before execution of the first upper limit game, the second acquisition performance is executed, and the first acquisition performance and the second acquisition performance are not executed. The effect mode of the effect executed by the effect display device EH is different between when the set value effect is executed and when the effect display device EH executes the set value effect. That is, during the execution of the first upper limit game, the effect executed by the effect display device EH when the set value effect is executed is during the execution of the jackpot game provided before the first upper limit game is executed. It is executed in an effect mode based on the executed effect.

In this embodiment, when the set value is equal to or greater than a specified set value (5 as an example) and when the set value is less than the specified set value, the effect mode of the set value effect is changed. make different. A specified set value is an example of a specific value. The prescribed set value is not limited to 5. It may be 2 or 3. Also, the specified set value may be 4 or 6. It is preferable that the specified set value is a set value excluding some of the set values.

In this embodiment, when the set value is equal to or greater than the specified set value, when the set value is less than the specified set value, and when the set value effect is executed, the effect display device The color of the image of the character string St displayed in EH is made different. For example, as shown in character string St2 in FIG. 8B and character string St4 in FIG. Differentiate the mode of production. The present invention is not limited to this, and the setting value effect may be changed by changing the size of the image of the character string St, or by changing the area in which the image of the character string St is displayed. Aspects may vary. Further, by changing one or more of the color of the image of the character string St, the size of the image of the character string St, and the area where the image of the character string St is displayed, the effect mode of the setting value effect can be changed. good.

The secondary CPU 51, for all types of set value effects (set value effects H01 to H13), when the set value is equal to or greater than the specified set value and when the set value is less than the specified set value , and , to change the effect mode of the set value effect. Not limited to this, the sub CPU 51 can be set for some set value effects (set value effects H08 to H13 as an example) out of all types of set value effects when the set value is equal to or greater than the prescribed set value. , and when the set value is less than the specified set value, the set value effect may be performed differently. In this way, when the value stored as the information relating to the granting of the jackpot game is equal to or greater than the prescribed set value and when the value stored as the information relating to the granting of the jackpot game is less than the prescribed set value, the set value production are different.

Next, the types of probability effects will be described in detail.
FIGS. 16(a) to 16(f) show examples of types of probability effects for each set value. In this embodiment, there are a plurality of types of probability effects. In the present embodiment, each executable probability effect is determined according to the set value. As shown in FIG. 16(a), in setting 1, two types of probability effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 16(b), in setting 2, three kinds of probability effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 16(c), in setting 3, four types of probability effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 16(d), in setting 4, five kinds of probability effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 16(e), in setting 5, six kinds of probability effects can be executed. As shown in FIG. 16(f), in setting 6, six kinds of probability effects can be executed.

When the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the probability effect, it determines the probability effect to be executed according to the set value.
For example, when the set value is 1, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute either the probability effect P01 or the probability effect P06. In this case, the secondary CPU 51 draws lots so that the probability effects P01 and P06 are determined by the probabilities in the "selection probability" column in FIG. That is, when the set value is 1, the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the probability effect P01 with a probability of 90%, and decides to execute the probability effect P06 with a probability of 10%.

For example, when the set value is 6, the sub CPU 51 determines to execute one of the probability effects P01 to P05, P11. That is, when the set value is 6, the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the probability effect P01 with a probability of 10%, and decides to execute the probability effect P02 with a probability of 10%. When the set value is 6, the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the probability effect P03 with a probability of 20%, and decides to execute the probability effect P04 with a probability of 30%. Further, when the set value is 6, the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the probability effect P05 with a probability of 20%, and decides to execute the probability effect P11 with a probability of 10%. The secondary CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the determined probability effect during execution of the second upper limit game.

Effects of the embodiment will be described.
(1) When controlled to the high-probability short-time state or the first low-probable short-time state, in addition to giving a jackpot game, to give a plurality of benefits of being controlled to a state more advantageous than the low-probable short-time state. can give you joy. On the other hand, when controlled to the second low-probability shortening working hours state, pleasure can be given by giving the benefit of being controlled to a state more advantageous than the low-probability shortening working hours state even if a big win is not won. In this way, the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state each have a high entrance rate of game balls to the second start port 16 compared to the low probability short working hours state. The quality and quantity of pleasure may also differ, since the factors of pleasure that can be given when controlled are different. Concretely, when it is controlled to the high-probability short-time state or the first low-probable short-time state, it is the quality of joy realized by being controlled to an advantageous state in addition to the big hit. On the other hand, when it is controlled to the second low-probability short working hours state, it is the quality of joy that is achieved by being controlled to an advantageous state although it did not become a big hit. And when it is controlled to the high probability short working hours state or the 1st low certainty short working hours state, it is the quantity of the pleasure obtained by having given several profit. On the other hand, when it is controlled to the second low-probability short working hours state, it is the amount of pleasure obtained by the recoil that it was controlled to an advantageous state although it did not become a big hit.

Here, when the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state, the advantageous state ends as each approaches the upper limit game (first upper limit game and second upper limit game) Increases anxiety about being lost. Furthermore, when the game is the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game, the feeling of uneasiness about the end of the advantageous state is heightened. As a result, it is conceivable that the pleasure given by being controlled to the high-probability short-time state, the first low-probable short-time state, and the second low-probable short-time state is reduced by anxiety, and the interest is reduced. Since the quality and quantity of joy under control can differ between the high-probability short-time state, the first low-probability short-time state, and the second low-probability short-time state, the anxiety felt and the quality and quantity of joy diminished by that anxiety can also be different.

Based on this premise, according to the present embodiment, a set value effect is executed depending on whether the game is the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game, thereby effecting a feeling of joy or anxiety. It is possible to suppress the decline in interest. Since the set value effect is executed regardless of the result of the special game, the player can be entertained from a different point of view from the effect executed depending on the result of the special game, and the interest can be improved. Furthermore, the pachinko gaming machine 10 can execute state transition effects in both the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game. Since the state transition effect is executed according to the result of the special game, it is possible to anticipate that a big win game will be awarded, and to improve interest. In this way, both the set value effect and the state transition effect can be executed depending on the state of the upper limit game, so that it is possible to prevent a decrease in interest due to an increase in anxiety. Since the set value effect and the state transition effect have different execution conditions, the effect can be enjoyed from different viewpoints, and the interest can be improved. Therefore, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest in a situation in which a feeling of anxiety about the end of an advantageous state is heightened.

(2) The set value effect is an effect that suggests or notifies a value (as an example, a set value) stored as information relating to the provision of a big hit game. According to this embodiment, by executing the set value effect for the player who expects the set value to be advantageous, the player can be entertained from a different point of view than the effect executed according to the result of the special game. It is possible to improve interest.

(3) The state transition production is a production that suggests or notifies information regarding the end of the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state. According to this embodiment, by executing the state transition effect, it is possible to make it easier to understand the end of the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state. And the state transition effect is not limited to simply making it easier to understand the end of the high-probability short working hours state, the first low-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state, but whether or not it is executed depends on the result of the special game. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the player who expects that the big winning pattern will be derived.

(4) The high-probability short working-time state and the first low-probable short-time state are controlled by winning the jackpot, while the second low-probable short-time state is controlled without winning the big win. Therefore, when it is controlled to the high-probability short working hours state and the first low-probable short working hours state, it is easy to give joy. According to the present embodiment, by executing the set value effect when the first upper limit game is executed, it is possible to reduce the amount of diminished joy.

(5) In the present embodiment, not only is the set value effect executed, but the execution period of the set value effect is varied according to the result of the special game. As a result, in addition to the content of the set value presentation, the execution period of the set value presentation can also be made conscious, and interest can be improved.

(6) According to this embodiment, when the result of the special game is a big win pattern, the state transition effect is not executed. is executed or not. Furthermore, according to the present embodiment, in a situation where a winning symbol or a chance symbol may be derived as a result of the special game and the state transition effect may end, the time when the state transition effect is executed and the result of the special game are derived. It is also possible to draw attention to when and where to play, and to improve interest.

(7) According to the present embodiment, either the set value effect or the probability effect is executed depending on whether the game is the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game, thereby effecting a feeling of joy or anxiety. It is possible to prevent the decline in interest. In the pachinko game machine 10, a game ball is obtained in a jackpot game, and thereafter, a special game of the first upper limit number is performed in the first low-probability time-saving state or high-probability time-saving state, and can be controlled to the low-probability time-saving state. The set value effect is executed in a situation where the series of flows breaks. The set value effect is an effect of suggesting or notifying a value (as an example, a set value) stored as information relating to the provision of a big hit game. According to the present embodiment, when the series of flows is cut off and the goal is to give the jackpot game again, the setting value is suggested or notified, so that the interest in the subsequent game is reduced. can be suppressed. On the other hand, in the pachinko game machine 10, the special game of the second upper limit number of times is performed in the second low-probability short working hours state, and the probability performance is executed in a situation where it can be controlled to the low-probable short working hours state. The probability effect is a effect of suggesting or notifying the probability of a big win symbol being derived as a result of the second upper limit game (big win probability). According to the present embodiment, since the jackpot probability in the second upper limit game is suggested or reported while the second upper limit game is being executed, the expectation of being controlled to the second low probability time saving state again is given. It is possible to suppress the decrease in interest in the game after being controlled to the low-probability short-working-time state. In this way, both the set value effect and the probability effect can be executed according to the state of the upper limit game in an advantageous state, so that it is possible to suppress the decrease in interest due to an increase in anxiety. Since the set value effect and the probability effect are different from the special game to be executed and the content of the suggestion or notification, the effect corresponding to the situation can be executed. Therefore, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest in a situation in which a feeling of anxiety about the end of an advantageous state is heightened.

(8) The effect executed by the effect display device EH when the set value effect is executed is executed in the effect mode based on the effect (acquisition effect as an example) executed during the execution of the jackpot game. As a result, according to the present embodiment, it is possible to increase the degree of attention to the performance executed in the big win game, and to provide a sense of anticipation and enjoyment for the performance of the set value performance, thereby increasing interest. can be improved. In addition, the relevance between the performance executed in the jackpot game and the performance mode of the performance when the set value performance is executed can also make the players interested, and the interest can be improved.

(9) In the present embodiment, the information suggested or notified by the set value effect is different depending on whether it is equal to or greater than a specific value or less than the specific value. As a result, when the set value presentation is executed, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand that the specific value or more has been suggested or notified. For this reason, for example, it is possible to make the player, who expects the game to be equal to or higher than the specific value, also pay attention to the mode of the set value effect, thereby improving interest.

(10) High-probability short working hours state, first low-probable short working hours state, and second low-probable short working hours state tend to be shorter execution time of the special game than low-probable short working hours state. The first upper limit game and the second upper limit game have different fluctuation times. The variable time can also be said to be the time during which the effect can be executed during the execution of the special game. The set value effect is not executed when either one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, but is executed when the other special game is executed. A set value rendition along with variable time can be configured. As a result, in the present embodiment, by executing the set value presentation without discomfort, the contents of the set value presentation can be easily recognized, and the decrease in interest due to the execution of the set value presentation can be suppressed. . In addition, the state transition effect can be executed when any of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game with different fluctuation times is executed. Different impressions can be given depending on whether the special game of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed. As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to diversify the ways of enjoying the execution of the state transition effect, and to improve the interest.

(11) The high-probability short-time state and the first low-probability short-time state are controlled by winning the jackpot, while the second low-probability short-time state is controlled without winning the jackpot. Therefore, when it is controlled to the high-probability short working hours state and the first low-probable short working hours state, it is easy to give pleasure. According to the present embodiment, by executing the set value effect when the first upper limit game is executed, it is possible to reduce the amount of diminished joy. The average variation time of the first upper limit game is shorter than the average variation time of the second upper limit game. That is, the time from the start of the first upper limit game to being controlled to the low probability non-reduction state is shorter than the time from the start of the second upper limit game to the low probability non-reduction state. easy. For this reason, when the first upper limit game is started, it is easy to increase the anxiety about being controlled to the low-probability non-time-saving state. In such a situation, since the set value effect is executed, it is possible to effectively suppress the decrease in interest.

(12) The state transition effect can be executed after the set value effect is executed. As a result, it is possible to draw particular attention to whether or not the state transition effect is executed during the period from the start of the set value effect to the start of the state transition effect. In addition, the state transition effect can be executed when any of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed. There are cases where value rendering is executed without being executed. As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to diversify the ways of enjoying the execution of the state transition effect, and to improve the interest. In particular, since the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game are different in variable time, it is possible to entertain players in terms of the variable time and the timing at which the state transition effect is executed.

(13) The set value effect is executed when the first upper limit game is executed. Since the variable time of the first upper limit game does not differ depending on the number of the second special games that are held, it is possible to configure the set value effect in line with the variable time of the first upper limit game. As a result, in the present embodiment, by executing the set value presentation without discomfort, the contents of the set value presentation can be easily recognized, and the decrease in interest due to the execution of the set value presentation can be suppressed. . In addition, since the state transition effect is also executed in the second upper limit game in which the variable time varies depending on the number of the second special games held, different impressions can be given depending on the number of the held second special games. can. As a result, in the present embodiment, it is possible to diversify the ways of enjoying the execution of the state transition effect, and to improve the interest.

(14) The variation time for deriving the big winning symbols differs between the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game. The variable time can also be said to be the time during which the effect can be executed during execution of the special game. Since the set value effect is executed when the first upper limit game is executed, the set value effect can be configured in accordance with the fluctuation time of the first upper limit game. As a result, in the present embodiment, by executing the set value presentation without discomfort, the contents of the set value presentation can be easily recognized, and the decrease in interest due to the execution of the set value presentation can be suppressed. . On the other hand, since the probability effect is executed when the second upper limit game is executed, it is possible to configure the probability effect according to the variation time of the second upper limit game. In particular, since the probability effect is a effect that suggests or notifies the probability that a big win pattern will be derived as a result of the second upper limit game, the variation time and probability when a big win pattern is derived as a result of the second upper limit game It can be said that there is a strong relevance to the time and period in which the production is executed. According to the present embodiment, when a big winning symbol is derived as a result of the second upper limit game, it is possible to execute a probability performance in accordance with the fluctuation time at that time, thereby suppressing a decline in interest.

(15) The fluctuation time when a winning symbol is derived differs between the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game. Also, the fluctuation time when the chance symbols are derived differs between the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game. Since the set value effect is executed when the first upper limit game is executed, the set value effect can be configured in accordance with the fluctuation time of the first upper limit game. As a result, in the present embodiment, by executing the set value presentation without discomfort, the contents of the set value presentation can be easily recognized, and the decrease in interest due to the execution of the set value presentation can be suppressed. . On the other hand, since the probability effect is executed when the second upper limit game is executed, it is possible to configure the probability effect according to the variation time of the second upper limit game. In particular, since the probability effect is a effect that suggests or notifies the probability of a big win symbol being derived as a result of the second upper limit game, the fluctuation time when a winning symbol or a chance symbol is derived as a result of the second upper limit game. It can be said that there is a strong relationship with the time and period in which the probability effect is executed. According to the present embodiment, when a losing symbol or a chance symbol is derived as a result of the second upper limit game, a probability effect can be executed in accordance with the variation time at that time, thereby suppressing a decline in interest. can be done.

The above embodiment can be implemented with the following modifications. The above embodiments and the following modifications can be combined with each other within a technically consistent range.
- The secondary CPU 51 may determine the execution period of the set value effect according to the second special reservation number when it is determined to execute the set value effect. When the secondary CPU 51 decides to execute the set value presentation, it may determine the length of the execution period of the set value presentation based on the second pending command. For example, the execution period of the set value effect may be longer in the order of 1<2<3<4 for the second special reservation number. For example, the execution period of the set value effect may be longer in the order of 4<3<2<1 for the second special reservation number. In this modified example, the execution period of the set value effect is, regardless of the second special reservation number, whether the result of the first upper limit game is a winning symbol or a chance symbol than when the result of the first upper limit game is a jackpot symbol. , it may be longer or shorter. As described above, the set value effect is executed even if the execution period differs depending on the number of special games held based on the game ball entering the second starting port 16 when the first upper limit game is executed. good. As a result, in addition to the performance contents of the set value performance, the player can be made aware of the second special reservation number and the execution period of the set value performance when the first upper limit game is executed, thereby improving interest. can be done.

- The type of fluctuation pattern and the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern may be changed as appropriate. For example, the variation pattern table HTB04 may have a variation pattern different from the variation pattern HP41 as a variation pattern determined when the special symbol is a winning symbol. The variation pattern table HTB04 may have a variation pattern different from the variation pattern HP42 as a variation pattern determined when the special symbol is a chance symbol. The variation pattern table HTB04 may have a variation pattern different from the variation pattern HP43 as a variation pattern determined when the special symbol is a big hit symbol. The variation patterns that can be determined when the variation pattern table HTB04 is determined may have different variation times. That is, the variation time of the first upper limit game may be determined as a variation time of a different special game according to the result of the variation pattern determination process. Even in this case, the secondary CPU 51 may cause the set value effect to be executed regardless of the determined variation pattern when the first upper limit game is started. That is, the set value effect may be executed regardless of the variation time of the first upper limit game. As a result, during the execution of the first upper limit game, it is possible to draw attention to the fact that the set value performance is being executed, and by facilitating recognition of the content of the set value performance, it is possible to suppress the decrease in interest. be able to.

- The secondary CPU 51 may determine whether or not to execute the probability effect according to the determined variation pattern when the second upper limit game is started. For example, when either the variation pattern HP61 or the variation pattern HP64 is determined, the sub CPU51 may determine not to execute the probability effect. On the other hand, when a variation pattern different from the variation pattern HP61 and the variation pattern HP64 is determined, the sub CPU51 may determine to execute the probability effect. That is, the sub CPU 51 may determine to execute the probability effect when the variation time of the second upper limit game is equal to or longer than a specific time (eg, 11 seconds). Thus, the probability effect may or may not be executed depending on the variation time of the second upper limit game. As a result, during the execution of the second upper limit game, it is possible to entertain the player in terms of the variable time and the timing of execution of the probability effect. The probability effect may be executed when the variation time of the second upper limit game is equal to or longer than the specific time, and may not be performed when the variation time of the second upper limit game is less than the specific time. As a result, it is possible to entertain the player in terms of whether or not the specific time has elapsed during execution of the second upper limit game.

・If the set value is greater than or equal to the specified set value (5 as an example) and if the set value is less than the specified set value, the stochastic effect effect may be different. . In other words, the probability effect is that the probability of deriving a big win pattern as a result of the second upper limit game is higher than a specific probability (1/270 as an example), and that a big win pattern is derived as a result of the second upper limit game. The mode of presentation may be different depending on whether the probability is lower than a specific probability. For example, a case where the probability of deriving a big winning symbol as a result of the second upper limit game is higher than a specific probability and a case of a case where the probability of deriving a big winning symbol as a result of the second upper limit game being lower than the specific probability are different. , the color of the image of the character string Sh displayed on the effect display device EH when the probability effect is executed may be changed. Without being limited to this, the effect mode of the probability effect may be changed by changing the size of the image of the character string Sh, and the effect mode of the probability effect may be changed by changing the area in which the image of the character string Sh is displayed. can be different. Also, the effect mode of the probability effect may be changed by changing one or more of the color of the image of the character string Sh, the size of the image of the character string Sh, and the area for displaying the image of the character string Sh. . As a result, when the probability effect is executed, it is possible to make it easier for the player to understand the probability that a big win symbol will be derived as a result of the second upper limit game. Then, the player who expects that the probability of deriving the big winning pattern as a result of the second upper limit game is higher than the specific probability can be made to pay attention to the performance mode of the probability performance, and the interest can be enhanced. can be improved.

- There may be one type of state transition effect. The state transition effect may be executed in the same effect mode regardless of whether the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed. For example, in the state transition effect, the same character string Sj2 may be displayed on the effect display device EH regardless of whether the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed. This makes it easy for the player to understand what kind of presentation the state transition presentation is. Therefore, it is possible to make it easier to recognize whether or not the state transition effect has been executed. can be improved.

・The average fluctuation time of the first upper limit game when the non-specific result (losing symbol and chance symbol) is derived as the result of the first upper limit game is the specific result (jackpot symbol) as the result of the first upper limit game It may be shortened compared to the average variation time of the first upper limit game when it is played. In addition, the average variation time of the second maximum game when the non-specific result is derived as the result of the second maximum game is the average variation time of the second maximum game when the specific result is derived as the result of the second maximum game. It may be made shorter than the average fluctuation time. As a result, in the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game, after the special game is started, the winning symbols or the chance symbols are likely to be derived earlier than the big win symbols are derived. Therefore, in this modified example, when the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game are executed, attention is paid to both whether the winning symbol or the chance symbol is derived and whether the state transition effect is executed. It is possible to make it possible to improve interest.

・When a specific result (jackpot symbol) is derived as the result of the first upper limit game, the average fluctuation time of the first upper limit game is derived as a non-specific result (losing symbol and chance symbol) as the result of the first upper limit game. It may be shortened compared to the average variation time of the first upper limit game when it is played. In addition, the average variation time of the second maximum game when a specific result is derived as a result of the second maximum game is the average variation time of the second maximum game when a non-specific result is derived as a result of the second maximum game. It may be made shorter than the average fluctuation time. As a result, in the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game, after the special game is started, the timing of deriving the winning symbols or the chance symbols tends to be earlier than the derivation of the winning symbols. Therefore, in this modified example, when the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game are executed, it is possible to draw attention to both whether the jackpot symbol is derived and whether the state transition effect is executed. It is possible to improve interest.

- The specified number of times Ka may be changed as appropriate. The specified number of times Ka may be 499 times or less, or may be 501 times or more. The prescribed number of times Ka is preferably at least one or more.
- The first time-saving initial count and the second time-saving initial count may be changed as appropriate. For example, the first time saving initial number of times may be 99 times or less, or may be 101 times or more. Also, the second time saving initial number of times may be 699 times or less, or may be 701 times or more. The first time-saving initial number and the second time-saving initial number are preferably at least one or more times. The first time saving initial number of times may be greater than or less than the second time saving initial number of times. That is, the first upper limit number of times may be greater than or less than the second upper limit number of times.

- The execution timing of the chance lottery executed by the main CPU 42 may be changed as follows. It should be noted that the triggers for executing the chance lottery shown below may be combined with each other as long as they are not technically inconsistent.

The chance lottery may be executed in one of the process of executing the first special game and the process of executing the second special game, but may not be executed in the other process. For example, the chance lottery may be executed in the process of executing the first special game, but may not be executed in the process of executing the second special game. For example, the chance lottery may be executed in the process of executing the second special game, but may not be executed in the process of executing the first special game.

The chance lottery may be executed when controlled to a specific game state among a plurality of game states, but may not be executed when controlled to a game state different from the specific game state. . For example, the chance lottery can be executed when it is controlled in a low probability non-working time saving state, while it is controlled in a first low probability working hours state, a high probability working hours state, and a second low working hours state. You may choose not to do so. For example, the chance lottery can be executed when it is controlled in the first low probability short working hours state, the high probability short working hours state, and the second low probability short working hours state, while it is controlled in the low probability non short working hours state. You may choose not to do so. For example, the chance lottery can be executed when it is controlled to the low probability non-working time saving state and the second low probability working hours state, while it is not executed when it is controlled to the first low probability working hours state and the high probability working hours state You may do so. For example, the chance lottery can be executed when it is controlled in the first low probability short working hours state and high probability short working hours state, while it is not executed when it is controlled in the low probability non short working hours state and the second low probability short working hours state You may do so. For example, the chance lottery can be executed when it is controlled to a low probability non-working time saving state, a first low probability working hours state, and a second low working hours saving state, while it is controlled to a high probability working hours state. You may choose not to do so. For example, the chance lottery can be executed when it is controlled in a high-probability short-time state, while it is controlled in a low-probability short-time state, a first low-probability short-time state, and a second low-probability short-time state. You may choose not to do so.

The chance lottery may be executed based on the number of executions of the special game. For example, the chance lottery may be executed based on the number of times the special game is executed after the power is turned on. As an example, the chance lottery may be executed when the special game is executed for the first time (for example, the first time) after the power is turned on. may not be executed when the special game is executed. As an example, the chance lottery can be executed when the number of times the special game has been executed after the power is turned on has not reached the third number (five times as an example). It may not be executed when the number of times has been reached. For example, the chance lottery may be executed based on the number of executions of the special game after the gaming state has changed. It should be noted that "after the game state has moved", the first low certainty short working hours state, high certainty short working hours state, and after the transition to the low certainty short working hours state from any of the second low certainty short working hours state, low certainty non After transitioning from the short working hours state to any of the first low-probable short working hours state, the high-probable short working hours state, and the second low-probable short working hours state. As an example, the chance lottery can be executed when the fourth special game (first as an example) is executed after shifting to the low probability non-reduction of working hours state, after transitioning to the low probability non-reduction of working hours state may not be executed when the fifth special game different from the fourth special game is executed. As an example, the chance lottery is executed when the number of times the special game is executed after shifting to the low probability non-time saving state has not reached the sixth number (5 times as an example), while the low probability non-time saving state If the number of executions of the special game after the shift has reached the sixth number, the special game may not be executed.

- When the chance symbol is derived in the special game, the main CPU 42 may control to the second low-probability short working hours state based on the number of executions of the special game. For example, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game, the main CPU 42 may control to the second low-probability time-saving state based on the number of executions of the special game after the power is turned on. As an example, the main CPU 42 can control to the second low-probability time-saving state when the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the seventh time (the first time as an example) after the power is turned on. Even if the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the 8th time different from the 7th time, it is not necessary to control to the second low-probability time-saving state. As an example, the main CPU 42 can control to the second low-probability time-saving state when the chance symbol is derived when the number of executions of the special game after power-on has not reached the ninth number (five times as an example). , When the number of executions of the special game after the power is turned on reaches the ninth number, even if the chance symbol is derived, it is not necessary to control to the second low-probability time-saving state. For example, when a chance symbol is derived in a special game, the main CPU 42 may control to the second low-probability time-saving state based on the number of times the special game is executed after the game state shifts. As an example, the main CPU42 can be controlled to the second low probability short working hours state when the chance symbol is derived in the 10th (1st time as an example) special game after shifting to the low probability short working hours state, Even if the chance symbol is derived in the special game of the 11th time different from the 10th time after shifting to the low probability non-time saving state, it is not necessary to control to the second low probability time saving state. As an example, the main CPU 42, when the number of executions of the special game has not reached the 12th time (fifth time as an example) after shifting to the low-probability short working hours state, the second low-probable short working hours when the chance symbol is derived. state, on the other hand, if the number of executions of the special game after shifting to the low-probability short-time state has reached the 12th time, even if the chance symbol is derived, it must not be controlled to the second low-probability short-time state. good too.

- The specific trigger determination value may be a different value based on the set value. In this case, the probability of winning the chance lottery may increase in the order of setting 1<setting 2<setting 3<setting 4<setting 5<setting 6, or setting 6<setting 5<setting 4<. Setting 3<setting 2<setting 1 may be set to have a high probability in this order. The probability of winning the chance lottery may be higher than the probability of winning the big win lottery at any set value.

・When it is controlled to the low-probability non-time-saving state, the probability that the set value production will be executed after being controlled to the first low-probability short-time state or high-probability short-time state by winning the jackpot will not win the jackpot. It may be higher than the probability that the probability production is executed after being controlled to the second low probability short working hours state. That is, the frequency at which the set value presentation is executed may be higher than the frequency at which the probability presentation is executed.

・When it is controlled to the low probability non-time saving state, the probability that the probability effect will be executed after being controlled to the second low probability time saving state without winning the jackpot is the first low probability due to winning the jackpot. It may be higher than the probability that the set value effect is executed after being controlled to the time saving state or the high probability time saving state. That is, the frequency at which the probability effect is executed may be higher than the frequency at which the set value effect is executed.

・When the number of times after the big hit is less than the first upper limit number of times, the main CPU 42 determines whether the second special reservation number is 0 to 4. , may determine different variation pattern tables. And, in the pachinko machine 10, it is controlled to the first low probability short working hours state or high certainty short working hours state, when the number of times after the big hit is less than the first upper limit number, the larger the number of second special reservations, the more special The average fluctuation time of the game may be shortened.

· When it is controlled to the second low probability short working hours state, the main CPU42, depending on which of 0 to 4 the second special reservation number, may determine a different variation pattern table. Then, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when it is controlled to the second low-probability short working hours state, the larger the number of second special reservations, the shorter the average variation time of the special game may be.

- The state transition effect may be executed during execution of the next special game after the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game are finished. For example, when the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game start, if the second special reservation number is 1 or more, the next special game after the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game (the second special game ), the state transition effect may be executed. In this case, the state transition effect may or may not be executed while the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game are being executed. Further, after the state transition effect is started during the execution of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game, even if it is continued to be executed in the next special game after the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game are finished. good. Then, the state transition effect may end when the second special pending number becomes zero.

- The set value effect may be continuously executed during execution of the next special game after the first upper limit game is finished. For example, if the second special reservation number is 1 or more when the first upper limit game starts, the set value effect will continue in the special game (second special game) following the end of the first upper limit game. may be performed. Then, the set value effect may end when the second special reservation number becomes zero.

- The probability effect may be continuously executed during execution of the next special game after the second upper limit game is finished. For example, when the second special reservation number is 1 or more when the second upper limit game is started, the probability effect is continued in the next special game (second special game) after the second upper limit game is finished. may be Then, the probability effect may end when the second special reservation number becomes zero.

When the opening command is input, the sub CPU 51 may add 1 to the information that can specify the number of consecutive big wins (hereinafter referred to as the number of consecutive big wins) and store it in the sub RWM 53 . As for the number of consecutive big hits, the first number of times of time saving becomes 0 after the big hit game is given when it is controlled to either the low-probability non-time-saving state or the second low-probability time-saving state (from the so-called first hit). It is information that can specify the number of times a big hit is given until it is controlled to a low-probability short-time state. The number of continuous big wins may be added by 1 when the second big win game is started, but may not be added by 1 when the first big win game is started. In other words, the number of consecutive big wins is added by 1 when some kind of big win games among a plurality of kinds of big win games are started, and may be the number of times related to giving some big win games. In this way, the number of consecutive big wins is the number of times updated in relation to the awarding of the big winning game, that is, the number of consecutive games, and is stored as information relating to the awarding of some or all of the big winning games. It can be understood as the number of times (value). In addition, the secondary CPU 51 initializes the number of continuous jackpots (0 as an example) when the first low-probability time-saving state is controlled from the low-probability non-time-saving state by the first time-saving number becoming 0, and the secondary RWM 53 be memorized. In addition, the sub CPU 51 initializes the number of consecutive big hits (0 as an example) and stores it in the sub RWM 53 when the first number of time saving times becomes 0 and the state is controlled from the high probability time saving state to the low probability non time saving state. Let The sub CPU 51 may execute the win effect during the big win game based on the number of consecutive big wins. Then, the sub CPU 51 may cause the sub RWM 53 to store the first win display flag and the second win display flag based on the number of consecutive big wins. For example, when the number of consecutive big wins reaches the first consecutive number (five times as an example), the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the continuous point Rp1 is displayed as an image that can specify the number of consecutive big wins. You may As an example, the Renso point Rp1 may be a character string "5 Renso". In addition, the secondary CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" are displayed. The secondary CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so that the character Kg1 and the character string "panda appears" are continuously displayed. At this time, the secondary CPU 51 may cause the secondary RWM 53 to store the first acquisition display flag. For example, when the number of consecutive big wins reaches a second consecutive number (10 times as an example), the sub CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the continuous point Rp2 is displayed as an image that can specify the number of consecutive big wins. You may As an example, the Renso point Rp1 may be a character string "10 Renso". In addition, the secondary CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "Lion appears" are displayed. The secondary CPU 51 may control the effect display device EH so that the character Kg2 and the character string "Appearing Lion" are continuously displayed. At this time, the secondary CPU 51 may cause the secondary RWM 53 to store the second acquisition display flag. Then, the sub CPU 51 may execute the set value effect based on the execution content of the acquisition effect. That is, the sub CPU 51 may execute the set value effect based on the number of consecutive big wins.

- The probability effect may also be executed when a special game different from the second upper limit game is executed. For example, when the second low probability short working hours state, not only the second upper limit game but also the probability performance may be made executable. On the other hand, when it is in the high-probability short working hours state and the first low-probable short working hours state, the probability performance may be made unexecutable.

The number of state transition effects is not limited to two, and may be three or more. The state transition effect may be executed with different display contents depending on the game state before transition. For example, in the state transition effect, when the first upper limit game is executed while being controlled to the first low probability time saving state, the character string Sj3 saying "the first low probability time saving state ends" is the effect display device May be displayed in EH. For example, in the state transition effect, when the first upper limit game is executed while being controlled to the high probability time saving state, a character string Sj4 saying "the high probability time saving state ends" is displayed on the effect display device EH. may For example, in the state transition effect, when the second upper limit game is executed while being controlled to the second low probability time saving state, the character string Sj5 saying "the second low probability time saving state ends" is the effect display device May be displayed in EH.

- The execution time of the state transition effect may be the same regardless of whether the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed. The execution time of the state transition effect may be different based on whether the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed.

- The set value effect may be configured to be executed in part or all of the effect display device EH, decorative lamp LA, and speaker SP. The stochastic effect may be configured to be executed in part or all of the effect display device EH, decorative lamp LA, and speaker SP. The state transition effect may be configured to be executed in part or all of the effect display device EH, decorative lamp LA, and speaker SP. The acquisition effect may be configured to be executed in part or all of the effect display device EH, decorative lamp LA, and speaker SP.

- The set value presentation may suggest the set value by suggesting the set value to the player. In other words, the set value presentation may suggest the set value by not indicating the set value to the player. Also, the set value presentation may notify the set value by clearly indicating the set value to the player. For example, not indicating the setting value that is set to the player does not indicate only the setting value that is set among a plurality of setting values (setting 1 to setting 6 as an example), but the plurality of setting values It may indicate a plurality of set values including the set value among the set values. In addition, indicating the set values that have been set to the player may indicate only the set values that are set among the plurality of set values. For example, not indicating the set value to the player may indicate less than 100% as the probability that the set value is set among the plurality of set values. In addition, indicating the set value that has been set to the player may indicate 100% as the probability that the set value that is set among the plurality of set values is set.

- The probability performance may suggest the big win probability based on the set value by suggesting to the player the big win probability based on the set value. That is, the probability effect may suggest the big win probability based on the set value by not indicating the big win probability based on the set value to the player. Further, the probability effect may notify the player of the big-hit probability based on the set value by indicating the big-hit probability based on the set value to the player. For example, not indicating to the player the jackpot probability based on the set value that has been set does not indicate only the jackpot probability based on the set value among the plurality of jackpot probabilities. may indicate a plurality of jackpot probabilities including a jackpot probability based on a set value among the jackpot probabilities. Indicating to the player the jackpot probability based on the set value may indicate only the jackpot probability based on the set value among a plurality of jackpot probabilities. For example, not indicating the jackpot probability based on the set value to the player indicates less than 100% as the probability of the jackpot probability based on the set value among a plurality of jackpot probabilities. can be anything. Indicating to the player the jackpot probability based on the set value means that the probability of the jackpot probability based on the set value among a plurality of jackpot probabilities is shown as 100%. There may be.

・The state transition effect is information about the end of the specific state by hinting to the player that the specific state (as an example, the first low-probability short-time state, the high-probability short-time state, and the second low-probable short-time state) may be suggested. In other words, the state transition effect may suggest information regarding the end of the specific state by not indicating to the player that the specific state will end. Further, the state transition effect may inform the player of information regarding the end of the specific state by clearly indicating to the player that the specific state will end. For example, not indicating to the player that the specific state is over does not indicate that the specific state out of the plurality of game states is over, but that any one of the plurality of game states is completed. It may indicate that the process is terminated. Indicating to the player that the specific state ends may indicate that the specific state among the plurality of game states ends. For example, not indicating to the player that the specific state is over may indicate transition to one of a plurality of game states. And, to indicate to the player that the specific state ends may indicate a transition from the specific state to a non-specific state (as an example, a low-probability non-time-saving state).

- When the chance symbol is derived in the special game while being controlled to the second low-probability time-saving state, the main CPU 42 may update the second time-saving number of times. For example, when the chance symbol is derived in the special game when the second number of times of time saving is 20 times, the main CPU 42 may add the second upper limit number of times (700 times as an example) to the second number of times of saving time.

- The pachinko gaming machine of the above-described embodiment may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine that performs a small winning lottery as well as a big winning lottery. In general, when a small prize is won in a small prize lottery, a small prize game is provided after the special game is finished. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment is, for example, the number of times (frequency) that a small hit is won per unit time compared to a normal gaming state (for example, a gaming state that is a low probability state and a non-time saving state) Or, it may be embodied in a controllable pachinko game machine in a state (so-called small winning RUSH) in which the number of times (frequency) in which a small winning game is given per unit time is improved.

・As a pachinko machine that can be controlled to a high probability state, there is a specification that controls to a high probability state until the fall lottery is won (falling machine), and a specification that the high probability state continues until the next jackpot game is awarded. . In addition, pachinko game machines that can be controlled to a high probability state have a specification (V variable machine) that controls to a high probability state when a game ball passes through a specific area. The pachinko gaming machine of the above embodiment may be embodied as a pachinko gaming machine with any of these specifications. The pachinko game machine may be a pachinko game machine with a combination of the falling machine and the V-variable machine described above.

- 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 simultaneously in parallel.

・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 set value effect and the probability effect may be different from the display means for executing the state transition effect.

- The above-described embodiment may be embodied in a pachinko game machine in which a virtual medium composed of electronic data is provided when game balls are provided. That is, the above embodiment may be embodied in a pachinko gaming machine (so-called management gaming machine) in which physical game media are not paid out. Such a pachinko game machine is configured to be able to convert a game ball into a game ball that can be shot by using a virtual medium, and to shoot the game ball.

- 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, a 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 substrate.

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(b) The special effect is executed in the same effect mode regardless of whether the first upper limit game or the second upper limit game is executed.

(b) The special effect can be executed after the specific effect is executed.

REFERENCE SIGNS LIST 10 Pachinko machine 13a First special symbol display unit 13b Second special symbol display unit 13c First special reservation display unit 13d Second special reservation display unit 15 First start port 16 Second start port 17 ... Ordinary variable member 18 ... Large winning opening 19 ... Special variable member 26 ... Ordinary winning opening 40 ... Main control board 41 ... Microprocessor 42 ... Main CPU 43 ... Main ROM 44 ... Main RWM 45 ... Random number circuit 46 ... RWM clear switch 47 Setting device 48 Display device 50 Sub-control board 51 Sub-CPU 52 Sub-ROM 53 Sub-RWM 60 Power supply unit 60a Power switch DE Effect device group EH Effect display device GH Image display unit LA Decoration Lamp SE1... First start sensor SE2... Second start sensor SE3... Special winning sensor SE4... Normal start sensor SL1... Normal solenoid SL2... Special solenoid SP... Speaker

A gaming machine which solves the above problems can execute a big win lottery based on information stored in a storage means, and when a big win is won in the big win lottery, a specific result is derived as a variable game result and a big win is won. A gaming machine that imparts a game includes a specific starting port having a variable member , game state control means for controlling the game state, effect execution means for executing a performance, and performance control means for executing control related to the performance. The game state includes a non-specific state and a specific state that is more advantageous than the non-specific state, and the specific state can be controlled by winning a big win in the big win lottery. There are a first specific state and a second specific state that can be controlled by establishment of a specific condition even if the jackpot lottery is not won, and the first specific state is controlled to the first specific state. The number of executions of the variable game after being controlled to reach the first upper limit is the upper limit, and the second specific state is the number of times the variable game is executed after being controlled to the second specific state. Control is possible with an upper limit until reaching the 2 upper limit number of times, and in the case where the variation game for the first upper limit number of times after being controlled to the first specific state is set as the first upper limit game, the result of the first upper limit game When a non-specified result different from the specified result is derived, when the first upper limit game ends, the first specified state is terminated, and after being controlled to the second specified state, the second upper limit When the second limit game is used as the second limit game, and the non-specified result is derived as a result of the second limit game , the second specific state ends when the second limit game ends. The effect is not executed when either one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, but the other variable game is executed when the other is executed. and a specific effect that can be executed regardless of the result of the above-mentioned The gist is that there is a special effect that is not executed when either one of the specified result and the non-specified result is obtained, but is performed when the other result is obtained.

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In a gaming machine capable of executing a jackpot lottery based on information stored in a storage means, and providing a jackpot game by deriving a specific result as a result of a variable game when a jackpot lottery is won in the jackpot lottery,
a specific starting port having an opening/closing member;
a game state control means for controlling a game state;
production execution means for executing production;
A production control means for executing control related to the production,
The game state includes a non-specific state and a specific state in which the ball entry rate to the specific start port is higher than that in the non-specific state,
The specific states include a first specific state that can be controlled by winning a big win in the big win lottery, and a second specific state that can be controlled by establishing a specific condition even if the big win is not won in the big win lottery. and there is
The first specific state can be controlled with an upper limit until the number of executions of the variable game after being controlled to the first specific state reaches a first upper limit number of times,
The second specific state can be controlled with an upper limit until the number of executions of the variable game after being controlled to the second specific state reaches a second upper limit number of times,
When the first upper limit game is set as the first upper limit game after being controlled to the first specific state, a non-specific result different from the specific result is derived as a result of the first upper limit game. Sometimes controlled to the non-specific state after the end of the first upper limit game,
When the second upper limit game is set as the second upper limit game after being controlled to the second specific state, when the non-specific result is derived as a result of the second upper limit game, the second upper limit controlled to the non-specific state after the end of the game,
The performance includes:
Although it is not executed when either one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game is executed, it can be executed when the other variation game is executed regardless of the result of the other variation game. specific performances and
Any one of the first upper limit game and the second upper limit game can be executed, but the result of the variation game is either the specified result or the non-specified result. A gaming machine characterized in that there is a special effect which is not executed when one result is obtained but is executed when the other result is obtained. The specific effect is a effect of suggesting or announcing a value stored as information relating to the granting of a jackpot game,
2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the special effect is a effect suggesting or announcing information regarding the end of the specific state. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the specific effect is executed when the first upper limit game is executed, but is not executed when the second upper limit game is executed. 4. The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the specific effect has a different execution period depending on the result of the first upper limit game. The first specific state ends regardless of the result of the first upper limit game, but when the result of the first upper limit game is the non-specific result, the special effect is executed, while the first upper limit game is executed. When the result is the specific result, the special effect is not executed,
The second specific state ends regardless of the result of the second upper limit game, but when the result of the second upper limit game is the non-specific result, the special effect is executed, while the second upper limit game is executed. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the special effect is not executed when the result is the specified result.

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