JP2023021413A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine that has enhanced interest in a game.

SOLUTION: In (A), four mini-character tokens AK 15 are displayed in a right part of an image display device 5, which shows that four mini-characters are open. Also, characters "probability variation completed" are displayed, which shows that a probability variation state is completed. After that, control is shifted to a normal state. When a probability variable jackpot occurs in the normal state, control is performed to a probability variable state after completion of a jackpot game state. In the controlled probability variable state, four mini-character tokens AK15 are displayed as shown in (E), and mini-characters opened in the last probability variable state are taken over.

SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 10-11

COPYRIGHT: (C)2023,JPO&INPIT

Description

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

2. Description of the Related Art As a game machine, there has been proposed a game machine that is provided with a mini-character display section for displaying mini-characters on a display screen and executes an effect using the mini-characters (see, for example, Patent Document 1). The gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 allows the player to select a new mini-character and display it on the mini-character display section by satisfying a predetermined acquisition condition.

JP 2014-233558 A

However, the gaming machine described in Patent Literature 1 has room for improvement in terms of enhancing the amusement of the game.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that enhances the enjoyment of games.

(Means A) The game machine according to the present invention is
A gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled in an advantageous state for a player,
state control means capable of controlling a first state and a second state different from the first state;
a suggestive effect executing means capable of executing a suggestive effect suggesting control to the advantageous state in the first state;
In response to the establishment of the specific condition in the second state, the suggestive effect executing means performs specific control for making the suggestive effect executable from the state in which the suggestive effect cannot be executed in the first state. suggestion production control means;
variable display means for variably displaying the performance identification information;
an effect execution means capable of executing a main effect corresponding to the effect identification information when being controlled to the first state;
The effect executing means is capable of executing an effect using a predetermined character in a predetermined area as the main effect,
The suggestive effect execution means is capable of executing, as the suggestive effect, an effect using a specific character different from the predetermined character in a specific area different from the predetermined area,
The first state and the second state are states in which the advantageous state is not controlled,
The easiness of being controlled to the advantageous state differs between the first state and the second state,
The suggestive effect is characterized by suggesting a change in the display corresponding to the variable display corresponding to the variable display.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game.
(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention is
A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic part 072AK) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big win game state) that is advantageous to the player,
A state control means (for example, CPU 103 that executes the processing of steps S113 and S117) that can be controlled in a first state (for example, normal state) and a second state (for example, variable probability state) different from the first state,
In the first state, suggestive effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes the suggestive effect setting process of step 072AKS008) capable of executing a suggestive effect that suggests being controlled to the advantageous state;
suggestive effect control means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing mini character release processing in FIG. 10-2(A)) for controlling the suggestive effect in response to establishment of a specific condition in the second state; ,
The suggestive effect executing means is a first suggestive effect (for example, a suggestive effect in which any one of the mini-characters A to I appears) and a second suggestive effect (for example, a suggestive effect in which any one of the mini-characters A to I appears) and a second suggestive effect ( For example, it is possible to execute a plurality of types of suggestive effects including a suggestive effect in which a mini character different from the first suggestive effect appears among the mini-characters A to I,
The suggestion effect control means
In the second state, when the first specific condition (for example, the first big win after being controlled to the variable probability state) is established, the first suggestive effect (for example, the suggestive effect that mini character A appears) can be executed. control to
In the second state after the establishment of the first specific condition, when the second specific condition (for example, the second big hit after being controlled to the variable probability state) is satisfied, the second suggestive effect (for example, the mini character B Suggestion production that appears) is controllable,
When the first state is controlled after the first specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, in the second state, the state in which the first specific condition is satisfied is taken over,
When the first state is controlled after the second specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, the state in which the second specific condition is satisfied is inherited in the second state.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game.

It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a rear perspective view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a flow chart which shows an example of game control main processing. It is a flow chart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special design process processing. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing a display result determination table; It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a figure which shows the big-hit probability and big-hit classification of characteristic part 072AK. 10 is a flowchart and the like showing an example of mini-character release processing of the characterizing part 072AK; 7A and 7B are a flowchart and the like showing an example of pre-reading notice setting processing of the characterizing part 072AK; It is a flow chart etc. which show an example of suggestion production|presentation setting processing of characteristic part 072AK. It is a figure which shows the determination ratio of a suggestive production|presentation pattern. It is a flowchart etc. which show an example of the music release process of characteristic part 072AK. It is a figure for demonstrating the character used by the production|presentation of characteristic part 072AK. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation operation example of characteristic part 072AK. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation operation example of characteristic part 072AK. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation operation example of characteristic part 072AK. It is a figure which shows the production|presentation operation example of characteristic part 072AK.

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

(Structure of pachinko machine 1, etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko game machine 1, showing the arrangement layout of the main members. A pachinko game machine (game machine) 1 is roughly composed of a game board (gauge board) 2 forming a game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 supporting and fixing the game board 2 . A game area is formed in the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is shot from a predetermined ball shooting device and hit into the game area.

The "variable display" of special symbols means, for example, that a plurality of types of special symbols are variably displayed (the same applies to other symbols described later). Variations include updating display of a plurality of patterns, scrolling display of a plurality of patterns, deformation of one or more patterns, enlargement/reduction of one or more patterns, and the like. In the variation of special symbols and normal symbols, which will be described later, a plurality of types of special symbols or normal symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of decorative patterns, which will be described later, a plurality of types of decorative patterns are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative patterns are deformed or enlarged/reduced. Note that the variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is displayed blinking. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped and displayed (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to variable display of other symbols to be described later). Variable display may be expressed as variable display or variation.

The special symbols variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A are also called "first special symbols", and the special symbols variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B are also called "second special symbols". Also, a special game using the first special game is called a "first special game", and a special game using the second special game is called a "second special game". In addition, the number of special symbol display devices that variably display the special symbols may be one.

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

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, in synchronism with the first special game and the second special game, a plurality of types of decorative patterns (such as patterns showing numbers) as decoration identification information different from the special patterns. variable display is performed. Here, in synchronism with the first special game or the second special game, decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, vertically direction scroll display and update display). It should be noted that the variable display of the special game and the decoration pattern that are executed in synchronization are also collectively referred to simply as the variable display.

A display area may be provided on the screen of the image display device 5 for displaying suspended display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is suspended and active display corresponding to the variable display being executed. Suspended display and active display are also collectively referred to as variable display corresponding display corresponding to variable display.

The number of variable representations that are reserved is also referred to as the number of reserved memories. The reserved memory number corresponding to the first special game is also referred to as the first reserved memory number, and the reserved memory number corresponding to the second special game is also referred to as the second reserved memory number. The sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number is also referred to as the total reserved memory number.

At predetermined positions on the game board 2, a first suspension indicator 25A and a second suspension indicator 25B each including a plurality of LEDs are provided. The first pending display 25A displays the first pending memory number by the number of lit LEDs. The second pending display 25B displays the number of second pending memories according to the number of lit LEDs.

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

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

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning hole that changes between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 3). The variable winning ball device 6B is provided with, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable winglets. comes close to the winning ball device 6A, and the closed state in which the game balls do not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening being closed). On the other hand, the variable winning ball device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening (second start It is also said that the prize-winning mouth is open.). When the game ball enters the second start winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the second special game can be started. Note that the variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to a device provided with an electric tulip-shaped accessory.

At predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four positions on the left and right sides of the game area), there are provided general winning holes 10 which are always kept open by predetermined ball receiving members. In this case, when the player enters one of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning hole is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 has a large winning opening door that is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 3). Form.

As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big winning door (for the special electric accessory) is in the OFF state, the big winning door closes the big winning door, and the game ball is pushed out. You will not be able to enter (pass through) the prize gate. On the other hand, in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize winning port door is in the ON state, the special prize winning port door opens the big prize winning port, making it easier for the game ball to enter the big prize winning port. Become.

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

Entering a game ball into each winning hole including the general winning hole 10 is also called "winning". In particular, winning a prize in a starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening) is also referred to as starting winning.

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

A passage gate 41 through which game balls can pass is provided on the left side of the image display device 5 . Based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 41, the normal game is executed.

Above the normal pattern display 20, a normal pattern holding display 25C is provided. The general pattern suspension display 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the normal pattern suspension storage number, which is the number of general pattern games whose execution is suspended, by the number of lit LEDs.

The surface of the game board 2 is provided with, in addition to the above configuration, a windmill for changing the flowing direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, an out port is provided for taking in game balls that have not entered any of the winning ports.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the game machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 for game effects is provided at the periphery of the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 includes an LED.

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

At the lower right position of the game machine frame 3, there is provided a ball hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like in order to shoot a game ball toward the game area by the ball shooting device.

At a predetermined position of the game machine frame 3 below the game area, game balls paid out as prize balls and game balls lent from a predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be supplied to the ball shooting device. ) is provided with a batted ball supply plate (upper plate). Below the upper plate, there is provided a batted ball supply plate (lower plate) from which prize balls are dispensed when the upper plate is full.

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

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, there is provided a push button 31B that allows the player to perform a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation. An operation on the push button 31B is detected by a push sensor 35B (see FIG. 3).

The pachinko game machine 1 is provided with a stick controller 31A and a push button 31B as detection means for detecting actions (operations, etc.) of the player, but detection means other than these may be provided.

FIG. 2 is a rear perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine 1. FIG. A main substrate 11 housed in a substrate case 201 is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko game machine 1. - 特許庁A setting key 51 and a setting switch 52 are provided on the main substrate 11 . The setting key 51 functions as a lock switch for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state. The setting changeover switch 52 functions as a setting switch for changing set values such as the probability of winning a big hit and the rate of winning balls in the setting change state. The setting key 51 and the setting changeover switch 52 may be attached to the outside of the main board 11 , such as at a predetermined position on the power supply board 17 .

A display monitor 29 is arranged in the center of the back surface of the main substrate 11, and a display changeover switch 30 is arranged on the side of the display monitor 29. As shown in FIG. The display monitor 29 may be configured using, for example, a 7-segment LED display device. The display monitor 29 and the display changeover switch 30 are arranged in front of the main board 11 when viewing the back side of the game board 2 with the gaming machine frame 3 opened.

The display monitor 29 can display winning information such as consecutive ratios, role ratios, and bases. The consecutive ratio is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the total number of prize balls to the first and second big prize openings (attackers). Of the total number of prize balls, the number of prize balls won by winning the 2nd starting prize mouth (electric chew) and the number of prize balls by winning the 1st big prize mouth and the 2nd big prize mouth (attacker) account for the total number of prize balls. percentage. The base is the ratio of the total number of prize balls to the number of game balls launched. The display monitor 29 can display the setting values in the pachinko game machine 1 when it is in the setting change state or the setting confirmation state. The display monitor 29 only needs to be able to display setting values to be changed or checked when in the setting change state or setting confirmation state.

The setting key 51 and the setting switch 52 cannot be operated from the front side of the pachinko game machine 1 when the game machine frame 3 is closed. A glass door frame 3a having a glass window is rotatably provided in the game machine frame 3, and the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 3a. When the glass door frame 3a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

In the pachinko game machine 1, a security cover 500A is attached to the right end of the outer frame 1a formed in the shape of a vertically long square frame. When the gaming machine frame 3 is closed, the security cover 500A covers the right side of the substrate case 201 including the setting keys 51 and the setting changeover switches 52 from the rear side. The security cover 500A is a substantially L-shaped member including short pieces 500Aa and long pieces 500Ab, and may be made of transparent synthetic resin.

(Overview of Game Progress)
A game ball is shot toward a game area by a player's rotation operation of a ball-hitting operation handle provided in the pachinko game machine 1.例文帳に追加When the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the normal pattern display device 20 starts the normal pattern game. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during the period during the execution of the previous normal game (when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 but the normal game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately) , the normal game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

In this normal pattern game, if a specific normal pattern (normal pattern per pattern) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal pattern becomes "normal pattern per pattern". On the other hand, if a normal pattern (normal pattern losing pattern) other than the normal pattern per pattern is stop-displayed as the determined normal pattern, the display result of the normal pattern becomes "normal pattern losing". When it comes to "normal game", the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period of time and the opening control is performed (the second start winning opening is opened).

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

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

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

In the special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (a big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol differs depending on the type of the big hit described below) is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol, it becomes a "big win" and a big winning symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (a small winning symbol, for example, "2") different from the symbol is stop-displayed, it becomes a "small winning". Also, if a special symbol (losing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big-hit symbol or the small-hit symbol is stop-displayed, it becomes "losing".

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

In the jackpot game state, the jackpot formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. The open state is the timing of the elapse of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and the timing until the number of game balls entering the big winning opening reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9). It will continue until whichever comes first. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which the big winning slot can be opened in one round, and is hereinafter also referred to as an upper limit opening period. One cycle in which the big winning opening is opened in this way is called a round (round game). In the jackpot game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until it reaches a predetermined upper limit number of times (15 times or 2 times).

In the jackpot game state, the player can get a prize ball by entering the game ball into the big winning hole. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the upper limit period of opening, the more advantageous the player is.

In addition, a jackpot type is set in the "jackpot". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and upper limit period of opening) of the big winning opening and game states after the jackpot game state (normal state, time saving state, variable probability state, etc.) are prepared, and the jackpot type is set according to these It is As the jackpot types, there may be provided a jackpot type with which many prize balls can be obtained, a jackpot type with few prize balls, or a jackpot type with which few prize balls can be obtained.

In the small winning game state, the big winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small winning game state, the same opening mode as the big winning game state when some jackpot types etc.), the big prize opening is opened. In addition, you may provide a small-hit classification also in a "small-hit" like a big-hit classification.

After the jackpot game state is finished, depending on the jackpot type, it may be controlled to a time-saving state or a variable probability state.

In the time saving state, the control (time saving control) that shortens the average special figure fluctuation time (period of varying the special figure) than the normal state is executed. In the time-saving state, by shortening the average normal figure fluctuation time (the period during which the normal figure is changed) than in the normal state, and by improving the probability of becoming a "normal figure hit" in the general figure game than in the normal state, etc. Control (high opening control, high base control) that makes it easier for game balls to enter the second start winning opening is also executed. Since the time-saving state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols (especially the second special symbols) is improved, it is an advantageous state for the player.

In the variable probability state (probability variable state), in addition to the time-saving control, the variable probability control in which the probability that the display result is a "jackpot" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The variable probability state is a state in which the variation efficiency of the special symbols is improved, and in addition, a "big hit" is likely to occur, so it is a further advantageous state for the player.

The time saving state and the variable probability state are continued until one of the end conditions such as execution of the special game for a predetermined number of times and start of the next big win game state is established first. The end condition that the special figure game of a predetermined number of times has been executed is also referred to as a number cut (number cut time reduction, number cut probability variable, etc.).

The normal state means a game state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a jackpot game state that is advantageous to the player, a time saving state, a variable probability state, etc., and the display result in the normal game is "normal game". The pachinko gaming machine 1, such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special game will be a "jackpot", returns to the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a predetermined return after power-on, such as when the system is reset) It is the state controlled in the same way as when processing is not executed).

The state in which probability variable control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which probability variable control is not executed is also called a low probability state. A state in which time-saving control is performed is also referred to as a high-based state, and a state in which time-saving control is not performed is also referred to as a low-based state. Combining these, the short-time state is also called a low-probability-high base state, the probability-variable state is a high-probability-high base state, and the normal state is a low-probability-low base state. The high probability state and the low base state are also referred to as the high probability low base state.

After the small win game state is over, the game state is not changed, and the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small win" is continuously controlled (however, "small win" occurs). If the special game at the time is the special game for the predetermined number of times in the above cut, the game state is naturally changed). In addition, there may not be a "small hit" as a display result of a special figure game.

In addition, the game state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed through a specific area (for example, a specific area within the big winning opening) during the jackpot game state. For example, when the game ball passes through the specific area, it may be controlled to the probability variable state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects such as notifying the progress of the game and exciting the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5. In addition to or instead of the display, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and the game effect lamp 9 are provided. lighting or extinguishing, the movement of the movable body 32, or a performance using any performance device including a part or all of these.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, 5R provided on the image display device 5, the first special game or the second In response to the start of the 2 special figure game, the variable display of the decoration pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also called fixed special pattern) is stopped and displayed in the first special game or the second special game, a fixed decorative pattern (combination of three decorative patterns), which is the display result of variable display of decorative patterns, is displayed. ) is also stopped (derived).

During the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative design to the end of the variable display, the variable display of the decorative design may be in a predetermined ready-to-win state (ready-to-win state is established). Here, the ready-to-win mode means that when the decorative symbols stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitute a part of the jackpot combination described later, the decorative symbols that are not stopped and displayed are displayed in a variable manner. It is the aspect that is continuing.

Further, a ready-to-win effect is executed in response to the above-described ready-to-win mode during the variable display of decorative symbols. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (the display result of the special game or the display result of the variable display of the decoration pattern) to the "big win" (also called the "big win reliability" or "big win expectation") depends on the performance mode. A plurality of different types of ready-to-win effects are executed. The ready-to-win performance includes, for example, a normal reach and a super-to-win with higher reliability than the normal reach.

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

In the case of a ``variable probability big hit'' controlled to a variable probability state after the end of the big win game state, odd decorative patterns (for example, "7" etc.) are stopped and displayed together, and the variable probability state is entered after the end of the big win game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", even-numbered decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be stopped and displayed together. In this case, odd-numbered decorative patterns are also called probability variable patterns and even-numbered decorative patterns are also called non-probable variable patterns (normal patterns). After becoming a ready-to-win mode with non-probability variation symbols, a promotion performance may be executed to finally become a "probability variation big hit".

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

If the display result of the special game is "Loss", the variable display mode of the decorative pattern does not become the ready-to-win mode, and the fixed decorative pattern of the non-reach combination (" Also referred to as "non-reach loss".) may be stopped (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern becomes "non-reach loss"). In addition, when the display result is "losing", after the mode of variable display of the decorative pattern becomes the ready-to-win mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a predetermined ready-to-win combination ("reach losing") that is not a big hit combination. (Also called) fixed decorative pattern is displayed stop (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is "reach lost").

The effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 include displaying the variable display corresponding display (suspended display and active display). In addition, as other effects, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big hit is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols. The notice effect includes a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big win in the variable display during execution and a pre-reading notice effect for notifying the reliability of the big win in the variable display before execution (variable display whose execution is suspended). As the pre-reading advance notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the display corresponding to variable display (suspended display or active display) to a mode different from normal may be executed.

Also, in the image display device 5, the decorative patterns are temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative patterns, and then the variable display is restarted, so that one variable display is simulated as a plurality of variable displays. A pseudo continuous effect may be executed.

During the big winning game state, the performance during the big winning is executed to report the big winning game state. As the effect during the big win, the effect of notifying the number of rounds or the promotion effect indicating that the value of the big win game state is improved may be executed. Also, during the small-hit game state, an effect during the small-hit game for notifying the small-hit game state is executed. It should be noted that during the small winning game state, some of the jackpot types (jackpot types in the jackpot game state in the same manner as the small hit game state, for example, the jackpot type in the subsequent game state high probability state) jackpot game By executing a common performance in both states, the player may not know whether the current state is a small win game state or a big win game state. In such a case, by executing a common performance after the end of the small winning game state and after the end of the big winning game state, it is made impossible to distinguish whether the state is a high probability state or a low probability state. may

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

(Substrate configuration)
The pachinko game machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a sound control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc., as shown in FIG. In addition, various substrates such as a payout control substrate, an information terminal substrate, and a launch control substrate are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 . Furthermore, a power supply board 17 is also mounted. Various control boards are not only electronic circuit boards such as printed wiring boards on which conductive patterns are formed and on which electrical components can be mounted, but are also configured to implement specific electrical functions by mounting electrical components on electronic circuit boards. It is a concept that includes an electronic circuit mounting board that has been manufactured.

In the pachinko game machine 1, the power supply board 17 can supply power from an AC 100V external power supply such as a commercial power supply to electrical components including various control boards such as the main board 11 and the performance control board 12. The power supply board 17 includes, for example, a rectifier circuit for converting alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC), a power circuit for converting a predetermined DC voltage into a specific DC voltage (eg, 12 V DC or 5 V DC), and the like. I have.

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

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

The CPU 103 executes a program stored in the ROM 101 to perform processing for controlling the progress of the game (processing for realizing the functions of the main substrate 11). At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns described later, effect control commands described later, data such as various tables referred to when making various decisions described later) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as the main memory. . The RAM 102 is a backup RAM that retains stored contents for a predetermined period of time even if the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is stopped in part or in its entirety. All or part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be developed in the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102 .

The random number circuit 104 counts updatably numerical data representing various random numbers (game random numbers) used to control the progress of the game. The game random numbers may be updated (updated by software) when the CPU 103 executes a predetermined computer program.

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

The switch circuit 110 receives detection signals from various switches for game ball detection (gate switch 21, starter switch (first starter switch 22A and second starter switch 22B), count switch 23) (when a game ball passes or A detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering) is captured and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The transmission of the detection signal means that the passage or entry of the game ball has been detected.

The switch circuit 110 takes in a reset signal, a power-off signal, and a clear signal from the power board 17 and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100 . The reset signal is an operation stop signal for stopping the operation of the control circuit such as the game control microcomputer 100, and can be output using either the power supply monitoring circuit, the IC with built-in watchdog timer, or the system reset IC. I wish I had. The power-off signal turns off when a predetermined power supply voltage used in the pachinko game machine 1 exceeds a predetermined value, and turns on when the period in which the predetermined power supply voltage is equal to or less than the predetermined value continues for a power-off reference time or longer. Become. The clear signal is turned on, for example, when a clear switch provided on the power supply substrate 17 is pressed.

Solenoid circuit 111, a solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 (for example, a signal to turn on the solenoid 81 and the solenoid 82), to the solenoid 81 for normal electric accessories and the solenoid 82 for the big winning entrance door transmit.

A display monitor 29 , a display changeover switch 30 , a setting key 51 , a setting changeover switch 52 , and a door open sensor 90 are connected to the main substrate 11 . The door open sensor 90 detects opening of the gaming machine frame 3 including the glass door frame 3a.

The main board 11 (game control microcomputer 100), as part of the control of the progress of the game, produces a production control command (a command to specify (notify) the progress of the game, etc.) according to the progress of the game. 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. - 特許庁The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, the display result of the special game (including the jackpot type), the variation pattern used when executing the special game (details will be described later). )), game status (for example, start and end of variable display, opening status of big winning slots, occurrence of winning, number of reserved memories, game status), commands specifying error occurrence, and the like.

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

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

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

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A and the push sensor 35B (a signal that is output when an operation by the player is detected and appropriately indicates the operation content). The controller 123 may also be instructed.

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

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

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

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

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

The random number circuit 124 counts updatably numerical data indicating various random numbers (random numbers for effects) used for executing various effects. The effect random number may be updated by effect control CPU 120 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

I / O 125 mounted on the production control board 12 has an input port for taking in production control commands transmitted from, for example, the main board 11, and various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal). and an output port of

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

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

(Major operations of the main substrate 11)
First, main operations in the main board 11 will be described. When power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes the game control main process. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 on the main substrate 11. As shown in FIG.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 4, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). Initial settings include stack pointer setting, internal device register setting (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output port, etc.), setting to make RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the recovery condition is satisfied (step S3). The recovery condition can be satisfied when the clear signal is in the OFF state, there is backup data, and the backup RAM is normal. When the power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, for example, if a clear switch provided on the power supply board 17 is pressed, a clear signal in an ON state is input to the game control microcomputer 100 . If such an on-state clear signal is input, it may be determined in step S3 that the restoration condition is not satisfied. It is sufficient that the backup data can be stored in the RAM 102 serving as a backup RAM for game control. In step S3, the presence or absence of backup data, the presence or absence of data errors, etc. may be confirmed or inspected to determine whether or not the recovery condition can be established.

If the restoration condition is satisfied (step S3; Yes), after executing the restoration process (step S4), the setting confirmation process (step S5) is executed. The work area is set based on the contents stored in the RAM 102 by the recovery process in step S4. By setting the work area using the backup data stored in the RAM 102, the game state when the power supply is stopped can be restored. It is sufficient if the pattern variation can be restarted.

If the recovery condition is not satisfied (step S3; No), the initialization process (step S6) is performed, and then the setting change process (step S7) is performed. The initialization processing in step S6 includes clear processing for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and initial values are set in the work area by executing the clear processing.

In the setting confirmation process of step S5, it is determined whether or not a predetermined setting confirmation condition is satisfied. The setting confirmation condition is established, for example, when the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is ON and the setting key 51 is ON when the power supply is started. The setting confirmation process of step S5 is executed when the recovery condition including the clear signal being in the OFF state is satisfied in step S3. Therefore, since the setting confirmation condition can be satisfied only when the clear signal is in the OFF state, the fact that the clear signal is in the OFF state can also be included in the setting confirmation condition.

When the setting confirmation condition is satisfied in the setting confirmation process of step S5, the setting confirmation state is entered in which the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 can be confirmed, and the main board 11 sets the performance control board 12. A confirmation start command is sent. In the setting confirmation state, the setting values set in the pachinko game machine 1 can be confirmed by the display on the display monitor 29 . When ending the setting confirmation state, a setting confirmation end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 .

When the pachinko game machine 1 is in the setting confirmation state, the pachinko game machine 1 may be in a game stop state to stop the progress of the game. When the game is in the stopped state, shooting of game balls by operating the batted ball operation handle, detection of game balls by various switches, etc. are stopped, and the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbols are stopped. The display device 20 may be controlled so as to stop-display a lost symbol or the like, or to perform a display corresponding to a game stop state different from the lost symbol. When the setting confirmation state ends, the game stop state associated therewith should also end.

In the setting change process of step S7, it is determined whether or not a predetermined setting change condition is satisfied. The setting change condition is satisfied, for example, when the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is in the ON state and the setting key 51 is turned ON when power supply is started. The setting change condition may include that the clear signal is on.

When the setting change condition is satisfied in the setting change process of step S7, the setting change state is set in which the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1 can be changed, and the main board 11 sets to the effect control board 12. A change start command is sent. In the setting change state, the setting values are displayed on the display monitor 29, and each time the operation of the setting changeover switch 52 is detected, the numerical values displayed on the display monitor 29 are sequentially updated and displayed. After that, when the setting key 51 is turned off by an operation by a game hall staff member or the like, the setting value displayed on the display monitor 29 is stored (updated) in the backup area of the RAM 102, and the display monitor 29 is updated. turn off the When ending the setting change state, a setting change end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 .

When the pachinko game machine 1 is in the setting change state, the pachinko game machine 1 may be put in the game stop state as in the setting confirmation state. When the setting change state ends, the game stop state associated therewith should also end.

On the effect control board 12 side, when a setting confirmation start command or a setting change start command is received, control may be performed to notify that the setting is being checked or that the setting is being changed. For example, a predetermined image may be displayed on the image display device 5, a predetermined sound may be output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or a light-emitting member such as the game effect lamp 9 may emit light in a predetermined manner.

The clear signal is turned on by pressing a clear switch provided on the power supply board 17, for example. Therefore, if the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is on and the setting key 51 is on when the power supply is started, and if the clear switch is on, the initialization process of step S6 and the step The setting change process of S7 is executed to enable control to the setting change state, and if the clear switch is off, the setting confirmation process of step S5 is executed together with the recovery process of step S4 to enable control to the setting confirmation state. If the detection signal from the door opening sensor 90 is off when the power supply is started, or if the setting key 51 is off, and if the clear switch is on, the initialization process of step S6 is executed. On the other hand, it is not controlled to the setting change state, and if the clear switch is off, the recovery processing of step S4 is executed, but it is not controlled to the setting confirmation state.

After executing the setting confirmation process or the setting change process, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S8). Then, the register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer interrupt is periodically applied every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S9), and the interrupt is permitted (step S10 ). After that, loop processing is entered. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined time intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

When the CPU 103 that has executed such game control main processing receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and accepts the interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not detection signals have been received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko game machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, jackpot information (information indicating the number of occurrences of jackpots, etc.), start information (start Data such as information indicating the number of wins, etc.), probability change information (information indicating the number of times the odd state has occurred, etc.) is output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process (step S25). By the CPU 103 executing the special symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, execution and suspension management of the special symbol game, control of the big win game state and small win game state, control of the game state, and the like are realized.

Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S26). The CPU 103 executes normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, thereby managing the execution and suspension of the normal symbol game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the game ball passing through the passage gate 41), It is possible to control the opening of the variable winning ball device 6B based on the "normal game hit". The execution of the normal pattern game is performed by driving the normal pattern display device 20, and the normal pattern reservation number is displayed by lighting the normal pattern reservation display device 25C.

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

FIG. 6 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 5 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a starting winning determination process (step S101).

In the starting winning determination process, the occurrence of starting winning is detected, and the process of storing the pending information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 and updating the pending storage number is executed. When a starting prize is generated, a random number value for determining the display result (including the jackpot type) and the variation pattern is extracted and stored as pending information. Further, based on the extracted random number value, a process of pre-reading and judging the display result and the variation pattern may be executed. After storing the pending information and the number of pending memories, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for specifying the determination result such as the occurrence of the start winning, the number of pending memories, and the prefetch determination is performed on the effect control board 12. will be The effect control command at the time of start winning set to be transmitted in this manner is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process of step S27 shown in FIG. is transmitted to

After executing the starting prize determination process in step S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes of steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM102. In addition, in each process (steps S110 to S120) of the special symbol process process, transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 is performed.

The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "0" (initial value). In this special symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not to start the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game based on the presence or absence of pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the random number value for determining the display result, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is a "big hit" or "small hit", and the type of the big hit in the case of "big hit". is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Furthermore, in the special symbol normal process, a fixed special symbol (any one of a big hit symbol, a small winning symbol, or a losing symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal process ends. In addition, the special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also called special figure 2 priority digestion). Also, the winning order of the game balls to the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the start condition of the special game may be established in the order of winning (also called winning order).

When making various decisions based on random numbers, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (tables in which decision values to be compared with random numbers are assigned to decision results) are referred to. Other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12 are the same. Various tables are stored in the ROM 121 of the effect control board 12 .

The variation pattern setting process of step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "1". In this variation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of variation patterns is selected using random numbers for determining the variation pattern based on the result of pre-determination as to whether the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit." including the process of determining In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The variation pattern is the execution time of the special game (special figure fluctuation time) (also the execution time of variable display of decorative patterns), the form of variable display of decorative patterns (whether or not there is a reach, etc.), and the variable display of decorative patterns. It specifies the content of the production (type of reach production, etc.), and is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "2". This special symbol variation processing includes a process of setting for varying the special symbols in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes processing to measure Also, it is determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation processing ends.

The special symbol stop processing of step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is "3". In this special symbol stop processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the variation of the special symbol, and stop display (derivate) the fixed special symbol which is the display result of the special symbol. It includes a process to set for Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". Moreover, when the display result is "losing", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "losing", when the time saving state or probability variable state is controlled, and when the end of the number cut is established, the game state is also updated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot opening preprocessing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "4". This jackpot opening pre-processing includes processing for making settings for starting the execution of the round in the jackpot game state and opening the jackpot, based on the fact that the display result is "jackpot". is When opening the big winning opening, a process of supplying a solenoid driving signal to the solenoid 82 for the big winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, an upper limit opening period for opening the big winning opening and an upper limit execution number of rounds are set according to the type of the jackpot. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the big hit opening pretreatment is completed.

The process during jackpot opening of step S115 is performed when the value of a special figure process flag is "5". In this process during the opening of the big win, there is a process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning hole, and based on the measured elapsed time and the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, the big winning hole is counted. It includes processing for determining whether or not it is time to return from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the large winning opening to the closed state, after executing processing such as stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6", The process during jackpot opening is terminated.

The jackpot opening post-processing of step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "6". This jackpot opening post-processing includes processing for determining whether or not the number of executions of rounds in which the jackpot is opened has reached a set upper limit number of executions, and processing for judging whether or not the number of executions of rounds in which the jackpot is opened has reached a set upper limit number of executions. It includes processing to make settings for terminating . Then, when the number of executions of the round has not reached the upper limit number of executions, the value of the special process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of executions of the round reaches the upper limit number of executions, the special process flag The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the jackpot release post-processing ends.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "7". This jackpot end processing includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending production is executed as a production operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing for performing various settings for starting control and time saving control. When such setting is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot ending process ends.

Small hit opening pretreatment of step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "8". This small hit opening pre-processing includes a process of setting to open the big winning opening in the small win game state based on the display result being "small win". At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "9", and the small hit opening preprocessing ends.

Small hit during opening processing of step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "9". In this process during opening of the small prize, there is a process of measuring the elapsed time from opening the big winning opening, and the timing of returning the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing for determining whether or not When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small winning game state comes, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the small winning open processing is ended.

Small hit end processing of step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "10". This small-hit end processing includes processing of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to the period in which the performance operation for informing the end of the small-hit game state is executed elapses. Here, when the small winning game state ends, the game state in the pachinko game machine 1 before entering the small winning game state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small winning game state has passed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the small winning end processing ends.

The pachinko game machine 1 is configured such that the probability of winning a jackpot and the rate of winning balls are changed according to the set value. For example, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing, by using the display result determination table (winning probability) according to the set value, the probability of winning a big hit and the rate of winning balls are changed. For example, the setting value consists of 6 stages from 1 to 6, and 6 is the highest probability of winning the big win, and the probability of winning the big win decreases in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 as the value decreases. In this example, when 6 is set as the setting value, the advantage for the player is the highest, and the lower the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, the lower the advantage in stages. . If the winning probability of the big win changes according to the set value, the ball payout rate may also change according to the set value. While the winning probability of the big win is constant regardless of the set value, the number of rounds in the big win game state may change according to the set value. The pachinko game machine 1 may be configured so as to be able to set one of a plurality of set values with different degrees of advantage for the player. The set values set in the pachinko game machine 1 are notified by transmitting a set value designation command from the main board 11 side to the effect control board 12 side.

FIG. 7 shows a configuration example of a display result determination table. Figure 7 (A) shows a configuration example of the display result determination table for the first special figure used when the variation special figure is the first special figure, and Figure 7 (B) shows that the variation special figure is the second special figure It shows a configuration example of the display result determination table for the second special figure used when it is a figure. A display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101 . In the display result determination table, the hit determination value compared with the random number MR1 is assigned to the special symbol display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol, according to the set value. The random number MR1 is a random number for determining the display result, and the value is randomly updated within the range of 0-65535. As the display result determination table, a common display result determination table may be used for the first special figure and the second special figure.

In the display result determination table, when the gaming state is a probability variable state (high probability state), more judgment values than when it is a normal state or a time saving state (low probability state), "big hit" special figure display assigned to the result. Thereby, when it is a high probability state such as a probability variable state in which probability variable control is performed in the pachinko game machine 1, the probability that it is determined to control to a big hit game state is higher than when it is a low probability state such as a normal state or a time saving state. get higher

In the first special figure display result determination table, regardless of the game state or set value, the probability of determining that the special figure display result is "small win" and controlled to the small win game state is determined to be the same value. has been assigned a value. In the second special figure display result determination table, regardless of the game state or setting value, the probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small hit game state as "small hit" is the first special figure display result Determination values are assigned so as to be the same values different from those in the determination table. In addition, depending on the set value, the probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small hit game state as the "small hit" may be changed. The probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small winning game state as "small hit" regardless of the variation special figure may be the same probability.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure and the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 1020 to 1237 of the hit judgment value is set regardless of the set value It is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value for judging the jackpot. When the set value is 1, 1020 to 1237 are assigned to the "jackpot", and only the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value for judging the jackpot is set, while the set value 2 to set value 6 are set. In this case, a numerical range corresponding to each set value from 1238 is set as a non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the big hit determination value.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure and the display result determination table for the second special figure, when the game state is the variable probability state, the range from 1020 to 1346 of the hit determination values is a big hit regardless of the set value. It is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value for judging. When the set value is 1, by assigning 1020 to 1346 to the "jackpot", only the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value for judging the jackpot is set, while the set value 2 to the set value In the case of 6, a numerical range corresponding to each set value from 1346 is set as the non-common numerical range of the big hit determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the big hit determination value.

In the first special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit determination values is a small value for determining a small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the hit judgment value. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

In the first special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is a variable probability state, the range from 32767 to 33094 in the hit determination value is the set value Regardless, it is set to a common numerical range of the small hit determination value for judging the small hit. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

In the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is a small value for determining a small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the hit judgment value. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

In the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is a variable probability state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination value is the set value Regardless, it is set to a common numerical range of the small hit determination value for judging the small hit. The small-hit determination value is set to a numerical range different from the common numerical range and non-common numerical range of the big-hit determination value, regardless of whether the set value is 1-6. This prevents the numerical range of the small-hit determination value from overlapping with the range of the big-hit determination value that varies according to each set value.

The set values that can be set in the pachinko game machine 1 may be 5 or less or 7 or more. The smaller the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1, the more advantageous it is for the player. The playability may be changed according to the setting value set in the pachinko game machine 1. - 特許庁For example, when the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 1, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/320, and the probability variable state loops at a rate of 65% (so-called variable loop type). When the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 2, the jackpot probability in the normal state is 1/200, and the game ball during the jackpot game is a predetermined value provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7. While controlling the game state after the end of the jackpot game to a probability variable state based on passing through the switch, the game property (so-called V variable probability type), and when the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is 3, the probability of a big hit is 1/320 and the probability of a small hit is 1/50, and the game is played during a high base (during time reduction control). A game property (a so-called one-type two-type mixed type) that controls a big hit game state based on the passage of a ball through a predetermined switch provided inside the special variable winning ball device 7 may be employed. When the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is any one of 1 to 3, the game performance is the same, but the big win probability and small win probability are higher than when these set values are any one of 1 to 3. A setting may be provided in which the probability is high and the number of prize balls that can be obtained during the jackpot game is small (for example, the set value set in the pachinko game machine 1 is any one of 4 to 6). A common switch may be used for different purposes when game characteristics are changed according to a set value. Specifically, when the set value is 1 to 3, a predetermined switch provided in the special variable winning ball device 7 is set to a production switch (for executing a predetermined production each time a game ball passes through a prescribed area). switch), and when the set value is 4 to 6, the predetermined switch is a game switch (for controlling the game state to a variable probability state or a big hit game state based on the game ball passing through the predetermined switch switch).

The jackpot type may be determined at different ratios depending on the set value based on the assignment of the determination value in the jackpot type determination table. Alternatively, the jackpot type may be determined at a common rate regardless of the set value. The variation pattern may be determined at different ratios according to the set values based on the assignment of the determination values in the variation pattern determination table. Alternatively, the variation pattern may be determined with a common ratio regardless of the set value. A set value may be suggested by the frequency with which normal reach and super reach are performed by having the execution ratio of normal reach and super reach differ according to a set value. Alternatively, regardless of the setting value, the execution ratio of normal reach and super reach may be common. In addition, it may be possible to execute arbitrary setting suggestion effects at different ratios according to the set values.

(Major operations of production control board 12)
Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated, and the effect control main processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 8 is executed. When the production control main processing shown in FIG. Perform register setting of the mounted CTC (counter/timer circuit). Also, an initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial motion control process, control for initial motion of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return it to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined motion, is executed.

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

Also, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that occurs each time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is an interrupt generated when, for example, the effect control INT signal from the main substrate 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt prohibition, but when using a CPU that does not automatically enter an interrupt prohibition state, interrupt It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to the interruption caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port for receiving the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I/O 125 . The effect control command taken in at this time is stored in the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. After that, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt process after setting the interrupt permission.

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

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

Random number update processing for production|presentation is performed following the production|presentation control process processing of step S76 (step S77), and at least one part of the random number for production|presentation used by the production|presentation control board 12 side is updated by software. After that, the process returns to step S73. Other processing may be performed before returning to the processing of step S73.

FIG. 9 is a flow chart showing an example of processing executed in step S76 of FIG. 8 as the effect control process processing. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 9, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a pre-reading notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, based on the effect control command at the time of start winning transmitted from the main substrate 11, determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed. Also, a process for displaying a pending display is executed based on the number of pending memories specified from the effect control command.

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

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "0" (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative patterns on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command designating the start of variable display has been received from the main substrate 11. and so on. When it is determined to start the variable display of the decoration pattern on the image display device 5, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "1". In this variable display start setting process, based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command, the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern (determined decorative pattern), the form of the variable display of the decorative pattern, the ready-to-win effect, and various other Whether or not to execute various effects such as advance notice effects, its mode, execution start timing, etc. are determined. Then, an effect control pattern (collection of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute the effect) reflecting the determination result or the like is set. After that, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start execution of variable display of decorative symbols, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "2", and the variable display start setting process is terminated. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start variable display of the decorative design in response to an instruction to start execution of variable display of the decorative design.

The effect process during variable display in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "2". In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , driving the movable body 32, outputting voices and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting commands (sound effect signals) to the voice control board 13, and outputting commands (illumination signals) to the lamp control board 14. Various effects are controlled during the variable display of decorative patterns, such as turning on/off/blinking the game effect lamp 9 and decorative LEDs by output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative pattern is read from the effect control pattern, or a command designating to stop display of the fixed decorative pattern is received from the main board 11. Corresponding to the fact that the player has done so, the fixed decoration pattern which becomes the display result of the decoration pattern is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decoration pattern is stopped and displayed, the value of the production process flag is updated to "3", and the production process during variable display ends.

The special figure per waiting process of step S173 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "3". In this special figure per waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received from the main substrate 11 . Then, when receiving the production control command designating the start of the jackpot game state or the small hit game state, if the command designates the start of the jackpot game state, the value of the production process flag is set to "6". ”. On the other hand, if the command designates the start of the small-hit game state, the value of the production process flag is updated to "4", which is the value corresponding to the small-hit production process. Further, when the waiting time for receiving the command elapses without receiving the command specifying the start of the big win game state or the small win game state, it is determined that the display result in the special figure game is "losing". Then, the value of the production process flag is updated to "0" which is the initial value. When the value of the production process flag is updated, the special figure per waiting process is terminated.

The production process during a small hit in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "4". In this small-hit mid-performance process, the performance control CPU 120 sets, for example, a performance control pattern corresponding to the performance content in the small-hit game state, and executes various performance controls in the small-hit game state based on the set content. . Further, in the small-hit middle production process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating to end the small-hit game state from the main board 11, the value of the production process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small-hit end production. It is updated to a certain "5", and the effect processing during the small hit is ended.

The small hit end production process of step S175 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is "5". In this small hit end effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the small win game state, etc., and various effect control at the end of the small win game state based on the setting content. to run. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value of "0", and the small winning end effect process is terminated.

The effect process during the big hit in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "6". In this big-hit production process, the production control CPU 120 sets, for example, production control patterns corresponding to the production contents in the big-hit game state, and executes various production controls in the big-hit game state based on the set contents. Further, in the jackpot middle effect process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating to end the big win game state from the main board 11, the value of the effect process flag is set to "7" which is a value corresponding to the ending effect process. ”, and ends the effect processing during the big hit.

The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is "7". In this ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, effect control patterns corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state, etc., and controls various effects of the ending effect at the end of the jackpot game state based on the set contents. Execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value of "0", and the ending effect process is terminated.

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

The pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above basic description is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as prizes based on the occurrence of winning, but the game media are enclosed and points are awarded based on the occurrence of winning. It may be an enclosed game machine.

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

In the above basic explanation, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shown as the gaming machine, but medals are inserted to set a predetermined number of bets. A slot machine capable of executing a game (for example, a big bonus , regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter referred to as a slot machine equipped with one or more bonuses, etc.).

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed/provided on a detachable recording medium to the computer device or the like included in the pachinko game machine 1. It may be distributed by being installed in a storage device possessed by the software. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention can be distributed by being downloaded from another device on the network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. I don't mind.

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

In this specification, expressions for comparing various ratios such as the execution ratio of effects (expressions such as “high”, “low”, “different”) indicate that one is a ratio of “0%”. may contain. For example, one of them may have a ratio of “0%” and the other may have a ratio of “100%” or less than “100%”.

(Description on Characteristic Portion 072AK)
Characteristic portion 072AK will be described. In the characterizing part 072AK, the description of the parts (configuration, processing, etc.) common to the basic description will be omitted.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic part 072AK, in the low-probability state (normal state), it is possible to execute a suggestive effect suggesting that another effect (specific effect) is executed. Then, by establishing a specific condition in the high-probability state (probability variable state) (becoming a big hit), the suggestion production in the low-probability state (normal state) (production mode of executable suggestion production) is released It has become. In addition, once the suggestive effect is released, the released state is inherited even when it is controlled to the high probability state again.

In this way, since the suggestive effect released in the high-probability state can be executed in the low-probability state after the high-probability state ends, the player stops the game when the low-probability state is reached. can be reduced. Further, when the game is controlled to the high-probability state after that, the open state of the suggestion performance is taken over, so that the player can continue the game more easily, and the operation of the game machine can be promoted. In addition, since the effect in another game state changes when a condition is established in one game state, a related effect can be executed between different game states.

FIG. 10-1 is a diagram showing the jackpot probability and jackpot type of the characteristic portion 072AK. As shown in FIG. 10-1(A), the jackpot probability is 1/319 at low probability (low probability state) and 1/70 at high probability (high probability state).

As shown in FIG. 10-1(B), when the display result of the first special symbol is a big hit, the types of the big hit are a 10R probability variable big hit and a 10R normal big hit. are distributed by 50% each. When the 10R probability variable jackpot is achieved, the game machine is controlled to a jackpot game state of 10 rounds, then controlled to a time-saving state (high base state) until the variation is performed 150 times, and until the variation is performed 150 times. It is controlled to a probability variable state (high probability state). Thus, in this embodiment, the variable probability state (high probability state) is a number of cuts. When the 10R normal jackpot is achieved, the game is controlled to the jackpot game state of 10 rounds, and then controlled to the time-saving state (high base state) until the 100th variation is executed.

As shown in FIG. 10-1 (C), a 10R probability variable jackpot is provided as a jackpot type when the display result of the second special symbol is a jackpot, and 100% 10R probability variable when a jackpot is obtained. It will be a big hit. When the 10R probability variable jackpot is achieved, the game machine is controlled to a jackpot game state of 10 rounds, then controlled to a time-saving state (high base state) until the variation is performed 150 times, and until the variation is performed 150 times. It is controlled to a probability variable state (high probability state).

In addition, when the display result becomes a big hit, in the big hit end processing of step S117 in FIG. be. Then, in the special symbol stop processing of step S113, it is determined whether or not the number of fluctuations from the start of time saving control and high accuracy control has reached the number of times of saving time and the number of probability fluctuations set in step S117. If there is, time saving control and high accuracy control are terminated.

In this embodiment, it is a special figure 2 priority digestion, and when the display result of the first special symbol is a 10R probability variation jackpot, it is controlled to a high probability high base state, so basically the second special Symbol variation is executed. The probability of hitting the jackpot in the high probability state is 1/70, and the number of times of variation (variable number of times), which is the condition for ending the probability variation state, is 150 times. )Is high. In this way, the characterizing portion 072AK assumes a gaming machine that has a relatively high consecutive game continuation rate and is likely to satisfy a specific condition in a high-probability state.

It should be noted that the jackpot probability and jackpot type shown in FIG. 10-1 are only examples, and it is sufficient if the consecutive house continuation rate is high so that the specific conditions are easily established in the high probability state.

In this embodiment, when a jackpot is achieved in a high-probability state, a specific condition is established, and in the ending production of the jackpot, a character (mini-character) used for suggestive production in a low-probability state is released. executed.

FIG. 10-2(A) is a flow chart showing an example of the mini character release process executed in the ending effect process of step S177 shown in FIG. In the mini-character release process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the mini-characters to be released in this big win have already been determined (step 072AKS101). At step 072 AKS101, it is determined whether or not the mini-character has been decided, depending on whether or not the mini-character decided flag indicating that the mini-character has been decided is on. If the mini-character has already been determined (step 072AKS101; Yes), the mini-character release process is terminated.

If the mini character has not been determined (step 072AKS101; No), it is determined whether or not the current big win is a high-probability big win (step 072AKS102). At step 072, AKS102, it may be determined whether or not the game is a high-probability jackpot, based on the reception history of the commands designating the jackpot and the commands designating the gaming state, for example. If it is not a big hit in the high-probability state (step 072AKS102; No), the mini character release process is terminated.

If it is a high-probability jackpot (step 072AKS102; Yes), it is determined whether or not a full open flag indicating that all mini characters have been opened is on (step 072AKS103). If the full release flag is ON (step 072AKS103; Yes), the mini character release process is terminated.

If the full open flag is off (step 072AKS103; No), it is determined whether or not the open number counter indicating the number of unlocked mini characters is 9 (step 072AKS104). If the released number counter is not 9 (step 072AKS104; No), the mini character to be released this time is determined (step 072AKS105). In this embodiment, one mini-character is released each time a big win is achieved in a high-probability state. A predetermined storage area provided in the RAM 122 stores information capable of specifying the current mini-character release status, and in step 072 AKS 105, the mini-character to be released this time is determined according to the mini-character release status.

FIG. 10-2(B) shows the mini-character release status. In this embodiment, 10 types of mini-characters (mini-characters A to I and mini-characters SP) are provided, and all the mini-characters are not unlocked until the first big hit in the high-accuracy state after the power is turned on. becomes. Also, in this embodiment, every time a big win is achieved in a high-probability state, mini-characters are released in a predetermined order as shown in FIG. 10-2(B). That is, when the N-th (for example, the first) big win is achieved in the high-accuracy state (when the first specific condition is satisfied), the N-th mini character (for example, the mini-character A) is released, and the N+1 time in the high-accuracy state. In the case of (for example, the second) big hit (when the second specific condition is satisfied), the N+1th mini-character (for example, mini-character B) is released. In step 072 AKS105, it is decided to release the mini-character next to the released mini-character according to the current release status. In the open state shown in FIG. 10-2(B), it is determined that the mini-character D is to be released.

The order of mini-characters to be unlocked is not limited to being predetermined, and which mini-characters to unlock may be determined by lottery. In addition, when the release condition of the mini-characters (a big hit in the probability variable state) is established, it is not limited to always releasing any mini-characters, and whether or not to release the mini-characters may be determined by lottery. . In this case, the rate of release may differ depending on the contents of the presentation (type of reach, presence/absence and type of advance notice, etc.) when the release condition is met. Also, the number of types of mini-characters may be less than 10 or may be 11 or more. It is preferable that there are at least as many types of mini-characters as there are contents to be suggested in the suggestion selection.

Also, the release conditions and the conditions for easy release may differ depending on the type of mini-character. For example, mini-character A is released under the condition (first specific condition) that it hits a big hit in the variable state, and mini-character C has a predetermined super reach in the variable state (for example, super reach A indicated by mini-character C). ), or the game may be opened under the condition (second specific condition) that the jackpot is won by executing a predetermined advance notice effect, or the rate of opening may be increased. . Also, the release condition may be anything other than a big win.

Also, the probability of being released when the release condition is met may differ depending on the type of mini character. For example, mini-character A may be released with a 5% probability when the release condition is met, and mini-character B may be released with a 2% probability when the release condition is met. If the release condition is to hit a jackpot in a variable state, a rare mini character (a mini character with a low rate of release ) may be easily opened. By doing so, it is possible to reduce the player's disappointment due to a disadvantageous big hit.

If the unlocked number counter is 9 (step 072AKS104; Yes), the mini character to be unlocked this time is determined to be a premier character (mini character SP) (step 072AKS106), and the fully open flag indicating that all mini characters have been unlocked is turned on. (step 072AKS107). In this way, the 10th kind of mini character SP is a special premier character that can be unlocked by unlocking all the mini characters other than the mini character SP (when a special condition is met). By providing such a special mini-character, it is possible to motivate the player to release all the mini-characters (to establish a special condition), thereby enhancing the enjoyment of the game. Note that the special conditions may be other conditions. For example, the condition may be the number of consecutive games in one high-probability state.

In step 072AKS105, when determining which mini-character to unlock by lottery, the mini-character SP is determined by a special character other than the mini-character SP with different unlocking conditions from the other mini-characters. It can be a premium character.

When the mini-character to be released this time is determined in step 072AKS105 or step 072AKS106, the mini-character determined flag is set to ON state. Also, after executing the process of step 072AKS105 or step 072AKS107, the mini-character release status shown in FIG. 10-2(B) is updated according to the mini-characters to be released this time (step 072AKS108) to specify the number of mini-characters to be released. 1 is added to the opening number counter for (step 072AKS109). Then, the setting (selection of performance control data, etc.) for executing the release performance indicating that the mini character determined this time is released during the ending performance is performed (step 072AKS110), and the mini character release processing is finished.

FIG. 10-3A is a flow chart showing an example of the pre-reading notice setting process executed in step S161 of FIG. 9 of the characteristic part 072AK. In the pre-reading notice setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a starting opening winning designation command such as a first starting opening winning designation command or a second starting opening winning designation command is received (step 072AKS001). If the start-up winning designation command has not been received (step 072AKS001; No), the pre-reading notice setting process is terminated.

When the start opening winning designation command is received (step 072AKS001; Yes), it is determined whether or not the pre-reading notice (pre-reading notice effect) is already being executed (step 072AKS002). At step 072AKS002, it may be determined whether or not the pre-reading notice is being executed based on whether or not the pre-reading notice execution flag indicating that the pre-reading notice is being executed is on.

If the pre-reading notice is not being executed (step 072AKS002; No), it is determined whether or not it is a big hit game state from the value of the effect process flag, etc. (step 072AKS003).

If it is not in the jackpot game state (step 072AKS003; No), it is determined whether or not all the fluctuations corresponding to the pending data before the start winning this time are non-reach fluctuations (step 072AKS004).

If the advance notice is being executed (step 072AKS002; Yes), if it is in a jackpot game state (step 072AKS003; Yes), or if there is a reach fluctuation in the fluctuation corresponding to the pending data before this start winning (Step 072AKS004; No) In this embodiment, since the pre-reading notice is not executed, the processing for determining the pre-reading notice is omitted, and the process proceeds to step 072AKS008, which will be described later. Also in these cases, the pre-reading notice may be made executable, and in other cases, the pre-reading notice may be restricted so as not to be executed.

If all the fluctuations corresponding to the pending data before the start winning prize this time are non-reach fluctuations (step 072AKS004; Yes), determine whether or not to execute a pre-reading notice and the pre-reading notice pattern in the case of execution (step 072AKS005). In step 072AKS005, the variable display result and the variation category (variation pattern) are read in advance based on the symbol designation command and the variation category command received together with the start winning designation command at the time of the start winning, and the presence or absence of the execution of the look-ahead notice and the look-ahead are performed. A warning pattern is determined.

In the processing of step 072AKS005, pre-reading announcement patterns (including no execution) are determined at a determination ratio as shown in FIG. 10-3(B), for example. As shown in FIG. 10-3(B), in this embodiment, as the pre-reading notice pattern, a pattern for executing an active change in which the display mode of the active display changes during the change in the notice target, and a pattern for executing an active change before the change in the notice target. There are provided a pattern for executing a performance of shifting to a read-ahead zone suggesting that holding information with a high degree of expectation for a big hit or a reach is stored, and a pattern for executing both of them. In the decision ratio shown in FIG. 10-3(B), the decision ratio of the pre-reading notice pattern (including no execution) is varied according to the variation pattern (variable display result). As a result, the reliability of the big win and the reliability of the reach can be varied depending on whether or not the pre-reading notice is executed and the performance mode, and the display result can be suggested. In FIG. 10-3 (B), the reliability of the big hit and the reliability of the super reach are high in the order of the pattern that executes both>read-ahead zone>active change. Note that the determination ratio shown in FIG. 10-3(B) is an example, and can be changed arbitrarily. Further, as the pre-reading notice, instead of or in addition to these, other pre-reading notice (suspension change that changes the display mode of the pending display, etc.) may be executable.

After determining whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice and the pre-reading notice pattern in the case of execution in the processing of step 072AKS005, it is determined whether or not it is decided to execute the pre-reading notice (step 072AKS006). If it is determined not to execute the pre-reading notice (no execution) (step 072AKS006; No), the process proceeds to step 072AKS008 which will be described later.

If it is determined to execute the pre-reading notice (step 072AKS006; Yes), the setting for executing the determined pre-reading notice (selection and storage of effect control data according to the pre-reading notice pattern) is performed ( step 072AKS007). Further, at step 072AKS007, the pre-reading notice execution flag is set to ON state. The pre-reading notice execution flag may be reset to an off state when the pre-reading notice ends. Thereafter, a suggestive effect setting process for executing the suggestive effect of the characteristic part 072AK is executed (step 072AKS008). After executing the process of step 072AKS008, the pre-reading notice setting process is terminated.

FIG. 10-4(A) is a flow chart showing an example of the suggestive effect setting process executed in step 072AKS008 of FIG. 10-3(A). The suggestive production is a production using mini characters that are released in a high probability state. The suggestive effect setting process includes a process for determining whether or not to execute the suggestive effect, a suggestive target in the case of executing the suggestive effect, and a mini-character to be used.

In the suggestion effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether the current gaming state is the normal state by determining whether the variable probability flag and the time saving flag are in the off state ( step 072AKS021). If it is not in the normal state (step 072AKS021; No), the suggestive effect setting process is terminated.

If it is in the normal state (step 072AKS021; Yes), it is determined whether or not the unlock number counter indicating the number of unlocked mini characters is 3 or more (step 072AKS022). If the open number counter is less than 3 (step 072AKS022; No), there are few types of mini characters that can be used in the suggestive effect, so in this embodiment the suggestive effect is not executed, and the suggestive effect setting process is executed. finish.

In this embodiment, as will be described later, the larger the number of mini-characters appearing in the suggestive effect, the higher the chance of winning a big hit. Therefore, if the suggestive effect can be executed in a situation where the number of mini-characters to be released is small, only the suggestive effect of displaying a small number of mini-characters can be executed. Also, as will be described later, each mini-character has a different suggestive content (effect), so even if the suggestive effect is executed in a situation where the number of mini-characters to be unlocked is small, there is little suggestive effect in the suggestive effect. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the open number counter is less than 3, the suggestive effect is restricted so that it is not executed. .

In this embodiment, since the mini character is not opened at all immediately after the power is turned on, if the state is never controlled to the high accuracy state, it is determined at step 072AKS022 that the number of opening counter is less than 3, and the suggestive effect is set. Processing is terminated. Therefore, unless the mini-character is released at least once after the power is turned on, the suggestion effect is not executed. On the other hand, it may be arranged such that there is a mini-character by default that is opened immediately after the power is turned on, so that the suggestive effect can be executed without going through the high-accuracy state.

If the release number counter indicating the number of released mini characters is 3 or more (step 072AKS022; Yes), it is determined whether or not the suggestive effect is already being executed (step 072AKS023). At step 072AKS023, it may be determined whether or not the suggestive effect is being executed based on whether or not the suggestive effect executing flag indicating that the suggestive effect is being executed is in an ON state. If the suggestive effect is already being executed (step 072AKS023; Yes), the suggestive effect setting process is terminated.

If the suggestive effect is not being executed (step 072AKS023; No), it is determined whether or not the game is in the jackpot game state from the value of the effect process flag, etc. (step 072AKS024). If it is in the jackpot game state (step 072AKS024; Yes), the suggestive effect setting process is terminated.

If it is not in the jackpot game state (step 072AKS024; No), it is determined whether or not all the fluctuations corresponding to the pending data before the start winning this time are non-reach fluctuations (step 072AKS025). If there is a reach change in the change corresponding to the pending data before the start winning of this time (step 072AKS025; No), the suggestive effect setting process is terminated.

In addition, when the open number counter is less than 3, when the suggestive effect is being executed, and when there is a reach change in the variation corresponding to the jackpot game state or the pending data before the current start winning, the suggestive effect is performed. It may be made executable, and in cases other than these, it may be restricted so as not to execute the suggestive effect.

If all the fluctuations corresponding to the pending data before the start winning prize this time are non-reach fluctuations (step 072AKS025; Yes), the fluctuation corresponding to the start winning prize this time (variation targeted for suggestion production) is the reach fluctuation (Step 072AKS026).

If the change targeted for the suggestive effect is not the reach change (Step 072AKS026; No), it is possible to execute the pre-reading notice of the active change in the change corresponding to the current starting prize (the change targeted for the suggestive effect). It is determined whether or not it has been determined (step 072AKS027). In this embodiment, the content suggested by the suggestive effect is that reach is executed or active change is executed. Therefore, in steps 072AKS026 and 072AKS027, it is determined whether or not the effect that is the target of the suggestive effect is to be executed. If it is not decided to execute the active change (step 072AKS027; No), the suggestive effect setting process is terminated.

If the change targeted for the suggestive effect is the reach change (step 072AKS026; Yes), or if it is determined to perform an active change in the change targeted for the suggestive effect (step 072AKS027; Yes), the suggestion It is determined whether or not the effect is to be executed (step 072AKS028).

In this embodiment, whether or not to execute the suggestive effect is determined at different ratios according to the number of mini-characters to be unlocked (the value of the counter for the number of unlocked characters). At step 072AKS028, it is determined whether or not the suggestive effect is to be executed, for example, at the rate shown in FIG. 10-4(B). As shown in FIG. 10-4(B), in this embodiment, the larger the number of unlocked mini-characters (the value of the counter for the number of unlocked characters), the higher the ratio of execution of the suggestive effect. By doing so, it is possible to make the player expect that the suggestive effect will be executed as the number of unlocked mini-characters increases. In addition, it can be expected that the player will continue playing the game in order to release the mini character, and an improvement in the operation rate can be expected.

Note that the determination ratio shown in FIG. 10-4(B) is just an example, and other ratios may be used. It may be constant, or the ratio of execution of the suggestive effect may decrease as the number of mini-characters released (the value of the number-of-released counter) increases. Further, whether or not to execute the suggestive effect may be determined based on other information (target display result, variation pattern (type of reach), suggestive target of the suggestive effect, etc.).

Subsequently, it is determined whether or not it is decided to execute the suggestion effect at step 072AKS028 (step 072AKS029). If it is determined not to execute the suggestive effect (step 072AKS029; No), the suggestive effect setting process is terminated.

When it is decided to execute the suggestive effect (step 072AKS029; Yes), a suggestive effect pattern corresponding to the effect content of the suggestive effect is determined (step 072AKS030).

In this embodiment, the content to be suggested by the suggestion effect is determined for each mini character, and depending on the type of mini character, active change is executed as a reach, the type of reach, or a notice effect (forecast notice). It is suggested that Reach and notice production are productions that foretell and suggest that the production itself will be a big hit, and since the production of the suggestion production is a production that foretells and suggests that these productions will be executed, it is also a notice of the notice. I can say. Since the suggestive performance is executed prior to the reach and the advance notice performance, the player can be made to pay attention to the suggestive performance, and the amusement of the game is improved.

In this embodiment, normal reach, super reach A, super reach B, super reach C, and premier reach can be performed as reach, and normal reach < super reach A < super reach B < super reach C < premier. The reliability of the jackpot is increasing in order of reach. The premier reach has a low frequency of appearance, and may be a special reach with an extremely high jackpot determination or jackpot reliability, for example.

As shown in FIG. 10-4(C), mini-characters A and F suggest that a reach is established, mini-characters B and G suggest that an active change is executed, and mini-characters C and mini-characters H suggests super reach A as reach, mini character D and mini character I suggest super reach B as reach, and mini character E suggests super reach C as reach. The mini character SP suggests that the premier reach is executed as the reach. Note that the specific effect of the suggestion target of the suggestive effect may be other effects (forecast effect during fluctuation, pre-reading zone, setting suggestive effect, etc.).

In step 072AKS030, a suggestive effect pattern (a mini character that appears in a suggestive effect) is determined according to the mini-character release status, the type of reach, the display result, and the presence or absence of an active change.

FIG. 10-5(A) shows the determination ratio of the suggestive effect pattern when the type of reach is normal reach. When the type of reach is normal reach, a suggestive effect pattern in which mini-character A or mini-character F appears is determined depending on whether the display result is a big hit or not. In this embodiment, the percentage of big wins (normal reach big wins) is higher when mini-character F appears than when mini-character A appears. As a result, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation for a big hit depending on the type of mini-character, even for mini-characters suggesting that the same reach will be established. If mini-character A or mini-character F (mini-character F in the order of release in this embodiment) has not been unlocked, the suggestive effect pattern in which mini-character A appears may be determined.

FIG. 10-5(B) shows the determination rate of the suggestive effect pattern when the reach type is super reach A. FIG. When the type of reach is super reach A, one of the suggestive performance patterns in which mini character A, mini character F, mini character A+C, or mini character F+H appears is determined depending on whether the display result is a big hit or not. be done. Mini-character A+C is a suggestive performance pattern in which two mini-characters A and C appear, and mini-character F+H is a suggestive performance pattern in which two mini-characters F and H appear. In this embodiment, the percentage of big hits (super reach A big hits) is higher in the order of mini character A<mini character F<mini character A+C<mini character F+H. There is a higher chance of winning the jackpot. As a result, even with mini-characters suggesting that the same reach is established, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation for a big hit depending on the type of mini-characters and the number and combination of mini-characters. If there are any mini-characters that have not been unlocked (mini-characters F and H in order of release in this example), select one from among the mini-characters that appear (mini-characters A and C in order of release in this example). It is only necessary to determine a suggestive effect pattern.

It should be noted that, in this embodiment, as suggestive effect patterns when the reach type is super reach A, a pattern in which mini characters C and H appear alone, a pattern in which mini characters A+H, and mini characters F+C are combined is not provided. These patterns may be provided. As in this embodiment, a specific combination of mini-characters appears, but a predetermined combination of mini-characters does not appear, so that the mini-characters can be associated with each other and have a narrative. It should be noted that a specific combination of mini-characters is likely to appear, but a predetermined combination of mini-characters may be less likely to appear.

FIG. 10-5(C) shows the decision rate of the suggestive effect pattern when the reach type is super reach B. FIG. When the type of reach is super reach B, one of the suggestive performance patterns in which mini character A, mini character F, mini character A+D, or mini character F+I appears is determined according to whether the display result is a big hit or not. be done. Mini-character A+D is a suggestive performance pattern in which two mini-characters A and D appear, and mini-character F+I is a suggestive performance pattern in which two mini-characters F and I appear. In this embodiment, the percentage of big hits (super reach B big hits) is higher in the order of mini character A<mini character F<mini character A+D<mini character F+I. There is a higher chance of winning the jackpot. As a result, even with mini-characters suggesting that the same reach is established, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation for a big hit depending on the type of mini-characters and the number and combination of mini-characters. If there are any mini-characters that have not been unlocked (mini-characters D, F, and I in order of release in this embodiment), the released mini-characters (mini-character A, etc. in order of release in this embodiment) will appear. It is sufficient that the suggestive effect pattern is determined from .

It should be noted that in this embodiment, a pattern in which mini-characters D and I appear alone, and a pattern in which mini-characters A+I and mini-characters F+D are combined are not provided as suggestive effect patterns when the type of reach is super reach B. These patterns may be provided.

FIG. 10-5(C) shows the decision rate of the suggestive effect pattern when the reach type is super reach C. FIG. When the type of reach is super reach C, one of the suggestive performance patterns in which mini character A, mini character F, mini character A+E, or mini character F+E appears is determined according to whether the display result is a big hit or not. be done. Mini-character A+E is a suggestive production pattern in which two mini-characters A and E appear, and mini-character F+E is a suggestive production pattern in which two mini-characters F and E appear. In this embodiment, the percentage of big hits (super reach C big hits) is higher in the order of mini character A<mini character F<mini character A+E<mini character F+E. There is a higher chance of winning the jackpot. As a result, even with mini-characters suggesting that the same reach is established, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation for a big hit depending on the type of mini-characters and the number and combination of mini-characters. If there are mini-characters that have not been unlocked (mini-characters F and E in order of opening in this example), it is suggested from among those in which unlocked mini-characters (mini-characters A, etc. in order of opening in this example) appear. It suffices if the production pattern is determined.

In this embodiment, there is no pattern in which mini character E appears alone as a suggestive effect pattern when the type of reach is super reach C, but a pattern in which mini character E appears alone is provided. may

As shown in FIG. 10-5(E), when the type of reach is premier reach, one of the suggestive effect patterns in which the mini-character SP appears is determined. When the type of reach is premier reach, only a pattern in which the mini-character SP appears alone is provided, but a pattern in which the mini-character SP appears together with other mini-characters suggesting the establishment of reach may be provided.

FIG. 10-5(F) shows the determination ratio of the suggestive effect pattern when the active change is executed as the pre-reading notice. When the active change is executed, a suggestive effect pattern in which the mini-character B or the mini-character G appears is determined depending on whether the display result is a big hit or not. In this embodiment, the ratio of winning big when mini-character G appears is higher than when mini-character B appears. As a result, it is possible to suggest the degree of expectation for a big win depending on the type of mini-character, even for mini-characters suggesting that the active change will be executed. If the mini-character B or the mini-character G (mini-character G in the order of release in this embodiment) has not been unlocked, the suggestive effect pattern in which the mini-character B appears may be determined.

In addition, in the target of the suggestive effect, if the reach is established and the active change is executed, the suggestive effect pattern is determined according to the type of reach, and the suggestion that the active change is executed It will determine the production pattern. Then, in the suggestive effect, in addition to the mini character corresponding to the suggestive effect pattern determined according to the type of reach, a mini character corresponding to the suggestive effect pattern determined according to the execution of the active change appears. Suggestion production will be executed. That is, in this embodiment, a suggestive effect is executed in which a maximum of three mini-characters appear.

As described above, in the suggestive effect suggesting that the ready-to-win will be executed, the ratio of winning big is higher when there are two mini-characters than when there is one mini-character. The advance notice of the active change is executed at a higher rate when the display result is a big win than when the display result is a loss (FIG. 10-3(B)). Therefore, in the suggestive effect, if mini-characters B or G suggesting that the active change will be executed appear, the ratio of winning big wins is higher than when mini-characters do not appear. Therefore, in the suggestive effect, the ratio of winning big is higher when there are two mini-characters than when there is one, and when there are three mini-characters, it is more likely to hit big than when there are two. It can be said that the ratio is high. Thus, in this embodiment, the greater the number of mini-characters in the suggestive effect, the higher the percentage of big wins (expectation, reliability). , reliability) can be suggested/notified, the player will pay attention to the suggestive effect, and interest will be improved. In addition, it becomes easier for the player to continue the game in order to release the mini character, and the operation of the gaming machine can be improved. It should be noted that a suggestive effect in which four or more mini-characters appear may be executed. Also in this case, the greater the number of mini-characters in the suggestive effect, the higher the degree of expectation for a big win.

In this embodiment, mini-characters suggesting the same effect contents do not appear at the same time. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10-5, mini-character A and mini-character F suggesting that a reach is established do not occur at the same time, and mini-character B and mini-character B suggesting that an active change is executed. Mini-character D and mini-character D suggesting that super reach B will be executed without mini-character C and mini-character H, which suggests that super reach A will be executed at the same time as G will not be executed at the same time. It is designed so that I and I will not be at the same time. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the effect that suggests the same content of effect from being performed redundantly and to prevent the player from being confused. It should be noted that it is possible to make it difficult for mini-characters suggesting the same production content to appear at the same time. In addition, when mini-characters suggesting the same effect content appear at the same time, they may suggest another effect.

It should be noted that the determination ratios and possible combinations of mini-characters shown in Fig. 10-5 are only examples. Any decision ratio may be used as long as it can suggest that a big win will be achieved.

After the suggestive effect pattern is determined at step 072AKS030, settings for executing the suggestive effect corresponding to the determined suggestive effect pattern (selection and storage of effect control data according to the suggestive effect pattern) are performed (step 072AKS031). ), the suggestion effect setting process is terminated. At step 072AKS031, the suggestive effect in-execution flag is set to ON state. The suggestive effect in-execution flag may be reset to an OFF state when the suggestive effect ends.

In this embodiment, in step 072AKS028, it is determined whether or not to execute the suggestive effect regardless of the effect of the object of the suggestive effect. You can let For example, the execution ratio of the suggestive effect may be changed according to the effect that is the target of the suggestive effect. For example, when an effect with a high appearance rate, such as establishing a reach, is the target of the suggestive effect, the ratio of executing the suggestive effect may be reduced. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the appearance rate of specific mini-characters (for example, mini-characters A and F) from becoming excessively high. Specifically, if the appearance rate is low in the order of Reach Establishment < Active Change < Super Reach A < Super Reach B < Super Reach C < Premier Reach, the target effect is Reach Establishment < Active Change The execution frequency of the suggestion effect may be increased in the order of <super reach A<super reach B<super reach C<premier reach.

If the appearance rate of the target effect of the suggestive effect is low in the order of reach establishment < active change < super reach A < super reach B < super reach C < premier reach, the mini character that suggests the effect with the higher appearance rate is released. It may be easier to By doing so, it is possible to reduce the possibility that the suggestive effect cannot be executed due to the fact that the mini-character is not released even though the suggestive effect target effect is executed.

In addition, in this embodiment, after determining whether or not to execute the suggestive effect, it is determined which mini character is to appear (suggestive effect pattern). It may be determined whether or not to make the mini-character appear for each mini-character. In this case, it is only necessary to decide not to introduce mini-characters suggesting the same effect.

In addition, if the performance to be the target of the suggestive effect is a low-expected effect that will result in a big hit (for example, normal reach, super reach A, active change that changes to a low-expected mode, etc.), the ratio of executing the suggestive effect may be made lower. By doing so, it is possible to prevent annoyance caused by frequent suggestions of effects with a low degree of expectation.

Further, whether or not to execute the suggestive effect may be determined based on whether or not the target display result is a big win. As a result, it is possible to suggest that a big hit will occur depending on the presence or absence of the suggestive effect.

In this embodiment, when a specific condition is established (a big hit) in a high probability state (variable probability state), a mini character that appears in a suggestive effect is released, and a predetermined song selection effect (for example, a song can be selected) During a reach effect, a big hit effect, etc.), songs that can be selected by the player are released. In the music selection effect, the selected music is played when the player selects the music. Then, each time the specific condition is met, the number of songs that can be selected by the player is increased in the song selection effect, so the interest in the song selection effect is improved. For example, the music selection effect is an effect that is executed in a high probability state, but it may be an effect that is executed in a normal state like the suggestive effect, or an effect that is executed regardless of the game state. There may be.

FIG. 10-6(A) is a flow chart showing an example of music release processing executed in the ending effect processing of step S177 shown in FIG. The song release process is a process for releasing songs that can be selected by the player in a song selection effect in response to a big hit in the high-probability state. In the music release process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the music to be released in the current jackpot has been determined (step 072AKS120). At step 072, the AKS 120 may determine whether or not the music has been determined, depending on whether or not a music determined flag indicating that the music has been determined is on. If the music has already been determined (step 072AKS120; Yes), the music release process is terminated.

If the music has not been determined (step 072AKS120; No), it is determined whether or not the current jackpot is a high-probability jackpot (step 072AKS121). At step 072, AKS121, it may be determined whether or not the jackpot is a high-probability state based on the reception history of the commands designating the big win and the command designating the game state.

If it is a big hit in a high-probability state (step 072AKS121; Yes), it is determined whether or not a music all-open flag indicating that all music has been unlocked is on (step 072AKS122). If the full release flag is ON (step 072AKS122; Yes), the music release process is terminated.

If the song all open flag is off (step 072AKS122; No), the song to be released this time is determined (step 072AKS123). In this embodiment, one song is released each time a big win is achieved in the high-probability state. A predetermined storage area provided in the RAM 122 stores information capable of specifying the current music release status, and in step 072 AKS 123, the music to be released this time is determined according to the music release status.

FIG. 10-6(B) shows the music release status. In this embodiment, four types of music (music A to D) are provided, and all the music is not unlocked until the first big hit in the high-probability state. Also, in this embodiment, each time a big win is achieved in a high-probability state, songs are released in a predetermined order as shown in FIG. 10-6(B). In step 072 AKS 123, it is determined to release the music next to the released music according to the current release status. In the open state shown in FIG. 10-6(B), it is determined that the song B will be released. When the music to be released this time is determined in step 072 AKS 123, the music determined flag is set to ON.

Note that the order of songs to be released is not limited to being predetermined, and which song to release may be determined by lottery. Also, the number of types of music may be less than four or may be five or more.

After determining the song to be released this time in step 072AKS123, it is determined whether or not the released song number counter indicating the number of released songs is 3 (step 072AKS124). If the released song number counter is 3 (step 072AKS124; Yes), it means that it has been decided to release the fourth song D this time, so the song all released flag indicating that all songs have been released is turned on. state (step 072AKS125).

If the music release number counter is not 3 (step 072AKS124; No), the music release status shown in FIG. 1 is added to the open number counter (step 072AKS127). Then, the setting (selection of effect control data, etc.) for executing the music opening effect indicating that the music determined this time is released during the ending effect is performed (step 072AKS128), and the music opening process is finished. The music release effect may be executed at any timing during the ending effect, for example, after the mini-character release effect.

If it is not a big hit in the high-probability state (step 072AKS121; No), the music release count counter, music release status, and music all-open flag are reset (step 072AKS129), and the music release process is terminated.

As described above, in this embodiment, if the hit is not in the high-probability state (if the hit is in the normal state after the end of the high-probability state), all the unlocked songs are reset to the non-open state. It has become so. Therefore, when the high-precision state is terminated and the normal state is controlled, and the high-precision state is controlled again, the music released in the previous high-precision state is reset. On the other hand, when the high-precision state ends and is controlled to the normal state, and is controlled to the high-precision state again, the mini characters released in the previous high-precision state are taken over. In this way, since it is possible to execute an effect that takes over the establishment of the specific condition and an effect that does not take over the establishment of the specific condition, the amusement of the game can be improved.

In this embodiment, for ease of explanation, an example has been described in which the process for releasing a song and the process for resetting the released song are executed in the same song release process. may be executed in other processing such as when the high probability state ends.

Next, an example of a character image used in the effect of the characteristic portion 072AK will be described. FIG. 10-7(A) exemplifies a character AK1 (predetermined character) for super ready-to-win which is used for a main effect such as a ready-to-win effect for super ready-to-win which is executed in response to variation of decorative symbols. FIG. 10-7(B) exemplifies the mini character AK2 (specific character) used for suggestive effects. Note that FIG. 10-7 exemplifies the types of characters, and may differ from the positions actually displayed in the presentation. Also, although three character images are shown here, actually, the number of character images is prepared according to the effect. In this way, the mini character AK2 used for the suggestive effect is a character image that is not used for the main effect such as the ready-to-win effect. Also, the mini character AK2 used in the suggestive effect is different from the Super Reach character AK1 used in the main effect in terms of display size, color tone, and drawing, and can be distinguished from each other. As will be described later, the super reach character AK1 used for the main effect such as the reach effect is displayed in a predetermined area (for example, the center of the screen of the image display device 5), and the mini character AK2 is displayed in a specific area different from the predetermined area ( It is designed to be displayed in the mini character plaza, etc., which will be described later. In this way, since the suggestive effect is executed using a different character image in an area different from the main effect, the suggestive effect can be executed without considering the influence on the main effect. becomes unnecessary, and complication of image processing can be prevented. Specifically, since the mini character AK2 may be used as an advance notice of the advance notice, it is confirmed whether or not the execution of the advance notice of the object is decided and whether or not the mini character is released, and then the mini character AK2 is made to appear. will decide whether or not Therefore, if the video is created in such a way that the other effects and the mini character AK2 are influenced by each other, in addition to the above process, there will be a process of determining the mode of execution of the other effects depending on whether or not the mini character AK2 is executed. . Therefore, by configuring the mini-character AK2 as an effect that is separate from other effects, it is possible to prevent the processing from becoming complicated and to reduce the number of effect patterns.

The mini-character AK2 used for the suggestive effect may be displayed simultaneously with the super ready-to-win character AK1 used for the main effect. For example, when the active change is executed during the ready-to-win effect of super ready-to-win, the mini character AK2 suggesting that the active change is to be executed will be displayed at the same time as the character for super ready-to-win AK1 used in the main effect. . In addition, when providing a mini character AK2 that suggests that an effect during the ready-to-win effect (reach promotion effect or change notice effect) will be executed, the mini-character AK2 is used as the super reach character AK1 used in the main effect. will be displayed at the same time. In this way, the Super Reach character AK1 used for the main effect and the mini character AK2 used for the suggestive effect may be displayed at the same time. Since the displayed areas are different, the images and effects do not interfere with each other.

Incidentally, it is preferable that the mini character AK2 is not used in effects other than the suggestive effect and the open effect. By doing so, it is possible to clearly distinguish between the suggestive effect and other effects. In addition, although it is called a mini character AK2, it does not necessarily have to be a small character if it does not get in the way of other presentations.

As described above, mini character AK2 is not used in the main production, and mini character AK2 does not affect the main production. It is a production, and each one is an independent production.

In addition, the image display device 5 can display images in a plurality of display layers (layers), and the super reach character AK1 and the mini character AK2 may be displayed in different display layers. Then, the mini character AK2 may be displayed in a display layer higher than the super reach character AK1. In this case, the mini-character AK2 is preferentially displayed over the super reach character AK1. Also, the mini character AK2 may be displayed on a display layer higher than the display layer on which the decoration pattern is displayed. For example, the mini character AK2 may be preferentially displayed when the decoration pattern is confirmed.

(Example of production operation of characteristic part 072AK)
Next, an example of the performance operation of the characteristic portion 072AK will be described. FIG. 10-8 shows an effect operation example when the opening effect is executed. In FIG. 10-8(A), in the "left" and "right" decoration pattern display areas 5L and 5R of the image display device 5, the number "7" is stopped and becomes a reach, and the "middle" decoration is displayed. In the design display area 5C, a downward arrow indicates that the decoration design is being changed. In addition, the character "probability variable" is displayed on the upper left of the image display device 5, and the game state is the probability variable state. Four circular pending displays are displayed in the lower left portion of the image display device 5, and one circular active display is displayed in the rectangular display area in the lower central portion of the image display device 5. FIG. In addition, at the upper right of the image display device 5, small patterns that can be visually recognized by the player are always varied.

Here, when the display result is a big hit, as shown in FIG. The small symbol indicating is also stopped. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-8(C), a message indicating that the game is a big win is displayed, and then the game is controlled to a big win game state. When the jackpot game state ends, as shown in FIG. 10-8(D), for example, characters such as "jackpot end" are displayed to notify the end of the jackpot game state.

In this embodiment, as described above, when a big hit is achieved in the variable probability state, the opening effect of the mini character is executed in the ending effect. In the opening effect, for example, as shown in FIG. An effect in which one capsule AK12 appears is executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-8(G), the capsule AK12 is broken and a dog mini-character AK13 (mini-character A) is displayed.

Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-8(H), the dog mini-character AK13 is displayed in the center of the image display device 5, and is enveloped in smoke as shown in FIG. 10-8(I). Then, as shown in FIG. 10-8(J), the dog mini-character AK13 is changed to a token AK14, and the words "get mini-character A" are displayed to notify that mini-character A has been released. The token AK14 corresponding to the released mini-character is reduced and displayed in the lower right portion of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 10-8(K) during the period of the variable probability state. As a result, it is possible to grasp which mini character is released.

In this way, the opening effect in which the mini character is released is executed over a relatively long period (for example, 30 to 60 seconds). In other words, in this embodiment, the duration of the ending effect at the time of the big hit in the variable probability state is lengthened. On the other hand, in the ending effect at the time of the big hit in the normal state, such an opening effect is not executed, so the period of the ending effect is shorter than in the case of the variable probability state (for example, 10 to 20 seconds). . By doing this, if you are in a constant state with a long ending period, you can suppress gambling by acquiring a large number of balls in a short time because the ending period is long, and mini characters are released even during a long ending period. It is possible to have a pause by the opening production performed. Since the ending period is not lengthened when the game is in the normal state and the game is not in continuous operation, it is possible to suppress the loss of interest due to a long presentation.

FIG. 10-9 shows an example of an effect action when a suggestive effect is executed. FIG. 10-9(A) shows that the image display device 5 has stopped the losing decoration symbol in the variable probability state. In FIG. 10-9(A), four mini-character tokens AK15 are displayed on the right side of the image display device 5, indicating that four mini-characters have been released. Here, it is assumed that the 150th variation, which is the termination condition of the probability variation state, has ended. In this case, as shown in FIG. 10-9(B), the characters "probability change end" are displayed on the image display device 5, and the probability change state ends and shifts to the normal state.

10-9(C), the token AK15 of the mini-character is erased, and instead the mini-character stock is displayed in the lower right portion of the image display device 5 in the suggestive effect. An image of the mini character square AK16 is displayed. In this way, the mini character plaza AK16, which is the display area (specific area) for the mini characters, avoids the central portion (predetermined area) of the screen where the variable display of decoration patterns and the ready-to-win effect is executed, and the portion where small patterns are displayed. be provided. As a result, it is possible to execute the effect of displaying the mini character without interfering with other effects.

After that, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (D), the suspension is digested, and it is decided to execute the suggestive effect based on the fact that the game ball has entered the winning ball device 6A (first starting winning hole). In this case, a bear mini-character AK17 (mini-character C) is displayed in the mini-character square AK16 as shown in FIG. 10-6(E). This suggests the possibility that some kind of effect (here, super reach A corresponding to mini character C) will be executed or that a big win will be achieved, based on the start winning prize this time.

After that, as shown in FIGS. 10-9 (F) and (G), when the hold is digested and the subject of the suggestive effect changes, as shown in FIG. 10-9 (H), "left" and "right" In the decorative pattern display areas 5L and 5R, the number "7" stops and becomes reachable, and as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 10-9(J), the development to super reach A is reported. In this way, the suggestive effect in which the mini-character C appears is completed.

After that, for example, as shown in FIG. 10-9(K), among the characters for super reach, the reach effect of super reach A, in which the girl character AK18 and the enemy character AK19 fight, is executed in the central portion (predetermined area) of the screen. When the displayed result is a big hit, the girl character AK18 wins, and the decoration pattern of the number "777" and the small pattern stop, as shown in FIG. 10-9(L), resulting in a big win. is notified.

FIG. 10-10 shows another example of the effect action when the suggestive effect is executed. FIG. 10-10(A) shows that the suggestive effect has already started, and the mini-character bear AK17 (mini-character C) and the pig mini-character AK20 (mini-character B) are displayed in the mini-character square AK16. . This suggests that some kind of effect (here, super reach A corresponding to mini-character C and active change corresponding to mini-character B) will be executed, and the possibility of a big win is suggested.

Here, when it comes time to execute the active change, as shown in FIG. As shown in 10-10(C), the display mode of the active display changes. This indicates that there is a high degree of expectation that the display result of this variation will be a big hit. In addition, in the suggestive effect suggesting the active change, the mini character itself acts on the active display in this way, so the suggestive effect itself can be said to be (a part of) the advance effect. In this way, suggestive effects using mini-characters include effects that are executed as advance notice and effects that are executed as advance notice effects. It should be noted that when determining whether or not to change the active state, whether or not to perform the change may be determined based on whether or not the mini-character suggesting the change to the active state is released.

After that, as shown in FIG. 10-10 (D), the number "7" stops in the "left" and "right" decorative pattern display areas 5L and 5R to become a reach, and in FIG. 10-10 (E) As shown, after the mini-character AK17 jumps out to the center of the image display device 5 and disappears, as shown in FIG. In this way, the suggestive effect in which the mini-characters B and C appear is completed. In this manner, the suggestive effect of displaying a plurality of mini-characters B and C can suggest that the possibility of winning a big hit is higher than when a single mini-character C is displayed as shown in FIG. 10-9. .

FIG. 10-11 is an example of an effect operation showing a flow when a mini-character is released in the variable probability state, controlled to the normal state, and then controlled to the variable probability state again. FIG. 10-11(A) shows four mini-character tokens AK15 displayed on the right side of the image display device 5, indicating that four mini-characters have been released. In addition, the characters "probability change end" are displayed to indicate that the probability change state has ended. After that, it shifts to the normal state.

In the normal state, as shown in FIG. 10-11(B), it becomes a big hit, and in the case of a variable probability big win, for example, as shown in FIGS. After that, it is notified that it will shift to the probability variable state, and it is controlled to the probability variable state. Then, in the controlled variable probability state, as shown in FIG. 10-11(E), four mini-character tokens AK15 are displayed, and the mini-characters released in the previous variable probability state are taken over. As a result, even if the state changes to the normal state after being controlled to the variable probability state, when the state is controlled to the variable probability state again, the open state of the mini character is inherited, so that the player can easily continue the game. It is possible to promote the operation of the gaming machine.

(Modified example of characteristic portion 072AK)
This characteristic portion is not limited to this embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible, and further characteristics may be added. The processing contents, determination ratios, and various effects determination methods of the flowcharts shown in the above embodiments and modifications are examples, and the same effects as those in the above embodiments can be obtained, and the effects shown in the above embodiments can be achieved. It is optional as long as it can be suitably executed. Also, the example of the production operation shown in the above embodiment is an example, and can be changed as appropriate if the same production effect can be achieved. Moreover, not all of the configurations described in the above embodiments are essential configurations, and some of them may be omitted. Also, this characteristic portion and another characteristic portion may be combined as appropriate.

In the above embodiment, the suggestive effect is a effect that suggests that another effect (specific effect) will be executed by displaying a mini character, but the suggestive effect is not limited to such an effect. That is, the suggestive effect may be any effect as long as it directly or indirectly suggests that the player is controlled to be in an advantageous state in the first state (for example, low probability state). Then, in response to establishment of a specific condition in a second state (for example, a high probability state) different from the first state, it is sufficient that the performance mode of the executable suggestive performance is released (increased). .

In the above embodiment, when executing the suggestive effect of displaying multiple mini characters for the same target change, it is assumed that multiple mini characters are displayed on one side, but multiple mini characters are displayed sequentially until the target change. You may do so.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the degree of expectation for a big hit is suggested by the type and number of mini characters in the suggestive effect, but the number of executions of the suggestive effect and the effect mode (how to display and erase the mini character) The degree of expectation for a big hit may be suggested according to the manner, expression of the same mini character, etc.).

In the above embodiment, when the variable probability state ends, the special effect in which the open state is not inherited was the music release effect (music that can be selected in), but other effects may be used. When the power is turned off, the open state of the suggestive effect (mini character) and the open state of the special effect are reset. On the other hand, there may be an opening effect that is not reset even when the power is turned off (for example, contents of customization of the effect or contents set by mobile phone interlocking (two-dimensional code)).

In the above embodiment, the special condition for unlocking the premier character (mini character SP) is that the other mini characters are unlocked and the odds are variable, but the special condition may be any other condition. . For example, the special condition may be established by performing a specific operation (back button effect) on the operation means such as the push button 31B or the stick controller 31A at a special timing when the operation is not promoted. Moreover, it may be established by inputting a predetermined password or code in connection with the mobile phone.

Also, the song (special effect) may be released other than when a variable-probability jackpot hits (fulfillment of a specific condition). For example, a song (special effect) may be released by a back button effect. In this case, the song (special effect) may be released by the back button effect, while the mini character (suggestive effect) may not be released by the back button effect.

In the present embodiment, the mini-character (specific character) is the same character as the character (predetermined character) used in the main production, but compared to the predetermined character, it may be deformed, may have an anime-like appearance, or may have reduced colors. It may be something that can be distinguished by the player, such as something that has been processed or processed.

In the above embodiment, there were cases where a plurality of mini-characters were displayed in one suggestive effect, but one mini-character may be displayed in one suggestive effect.

In the above embodiment, when the number of unlocked mini characters is less than the predetermined number (3), the suggestion effect is restricted so that it is not executed. A suggestion effect may be executed.

In the above embodiment, the time-saving control is started in the wake of a big hit, but the characteristic part 072AK is applied to the game machine in which the time-saving control is started (controlled to the time-saving state) at a time other than the big hit. may For example, when the display result of the special pattern becomes a predetermined time-saving pattern, when the game ball enters the time-saving determination area provided in the large winning opening opened in the small winning game state, it opens in the small winning game state When a game ball enters a time-saving determination area provided in a large winning opening, when the display result of a normal pattern becomes a predetermined time-saving pattern, etc., the game machine starts time-saving control. 072AK may be applied. In this case, for example, in a time-saving state controlled by a big hit, the opening production of opening the mini character of the above embodiment is executed, while in a time-saving state controlled by a trigger other than a big hit, the opening production is not executed. may In addition, if it is controlled to the time saving state with a trigger other than the big hit in the normal state, the time saving state (low probability high base state) may not execute the suggestion production of the above embodiment, or the time saving state (low Probable height base state) may also execute the suggestion effect of the above embodiment.

When executing a pre-reading notice effect in which the visibility of the screen of the image display device 5 is deteriorated such as the screen of the image display device 5 turning dark or emitting light at the time of the start winning, when the suggestion effect is also executed based on the start winning, the visibility of the screen It is possible to display the mini character after the pre-reading notice effect that makes the visibility worse, or the mini character has been displayed behind the pre-reading notice effect that the visibility will be worse, and when the visibility of the screen returns The mini character may be made visible.

In the suggestive effect, a combination of mini characters may suggest another effect. For example, when suggesting that a mini character A will perform an effect A and suggesting that a mini character B will perform an effect B, when the mini characters A and B are displayed, the effect C will be performed. may be suggested.

In the above embodiment, the open state of the mini character is maintained until the power is turned off, but it may be reset by the player's operation. By doing so, the player can execute an effect that suits his/her taste.

In addition, the mini-character release status may be inherited via a password or two-dimensional code. By doing so, even after the power supply of the game machine is cut off, the open state can be taken over, and the playability of continuously attacking the open state of the mini character can be provided.

In the above embodiment, in the suggestive effect, the greater the number of displayed mini characters, the higher the expectation of a big hit. No) A mini character for counting may be provided. By providing such mini-characters, it is possible to increase the number of mini-characters for number matching in order to suggest the degree of expectation for a big hit regardless of the performance to be executed, so that the number of mini-characters suggests the degree of expectation for a big hit. make it easier to

A specific mini-character may be provided to suggest that the odds are a big hit. For example, if a big win is achieved with a specific mini-character appearing (in a displayed state), it may be determined that the odds are variable. That is, the suggestion target of the mini-character may be the probability variable jackpot.

Also, a mini-character suggesting a set value or a mini-character suggesting an added value other than a big win suggesting that the game is controlled to a time-saving state for an opportunity other than a big win may be provided. Mini characters that suggest such added value will not appear at the time of the start winning, but will not appear at the start of the target change (change corresponding to the start winning that triggered the appearance of the mini character) or during the change of the target change. You may make it appear at the timing after winning a prize. In that case, it may be restricted so that other mini-characters (mini-characters suggesting advance notice, reach, etc.) do not appear at the time of starting prize winning.

A yesterday (ceiling function) that is controlled to a time-saving state when a specified number of fluctuations are digested after the previous big hit or after the power is turned on may be installed. In this case, the specified number of times (ceiling) may be about three times the probability of a big win in the normal state (the number of fluctuations in which a big win can be expected).

In the case of installing such a ceiling function, the number fluctuation (for example, 10 fluctuation, etc.) immediately before the specified number of times (ceiling) does not execute the suggestive production, or a mini character corresponding to the production with a high degree of expectation for a big hit. You may restrict|limit so that the suggestive production which makes it appear may not be performed. In addition, the number fluctuation just before the specified number of times (ceiling) may be limited so that the suggestive effect is not executed for the fluctuation that causes the display result to fail. Also, in this case, for example, during the number fluctuation just before the specified number of times (ceiling), by executing an effect of displaying the remaining number of fluctuations up to the specified number of times, the player can recognize that the number is just before the ceiling. do. As in the above-described embodiment, in a game machine with a jackpot type that is more advantageous in the case of a big win in the second special pattern than in the case of a big win in the first special pattern, the ceiling will soon be reached and the working hours will be shortened. In a controlled situation, frequent occurrence of a suggestive performance suggesting that the variable display result of the first special symbol will result in a big win may aggravate the player's anxiety, so that the situation just before the ceiling will result in a big win. By restricting the suggestive performance suggesting , it is possible to prevent the players from being uneasy, and to prevent the game interest from being lowered by the suggestive performance.

(Means related to characteristic part 072AK)
(1) The game machine according to the characteristic part 072AK is
A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic part 072AK) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big win game state) that is advantageous to the player,
A state control means (for example, CPU 103 that executes the processing of steps S113 and S117) that can be controlled in a first state (for example, normal state) and a second state (for example, variable probability state) different from the first state,
In the first state, suggestive effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes the suggestive effect setting process of step 072AKS008) capable of executing a suggestive effect that suggests being controlled to the advantageous state;
suggestive effect control means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing mini character release processing in FIG. 10-2(A)) for controlling the suggestive effect in response to establishment of a specific condition in the second state; ,
The suggestive effect executing means is a first suggestive effect (for example, a suggestive effect in which any one of the mini-characters A to I appears) and a second suggestive effect (for example, a suggestive effect in which any one of the mini-characters A to I appears) and a second suggestive effect ( For example, it is possible to execute a plurality of types of suggestive effects including a suggestive effect in which a mini character different from the first suggestive effect appears among the mini-characters A to I,
The suggestion effect control means
In the second state, when the first specific condition (for example, the first big win after being controlled to the variable probability state) is established, the first suggestive effect (for example, the suggestive effect that mini character A appears) can be executed. control to
In the second state after the establishment of the first specific condition, when the second specific condition (for example, the second big hit after being controlled to the variable probability state) is satisfied, the second suggestive effect (for example, the mini character B Suggestion production that appears) is controllable,
When the first state is controlled after the first specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, in the second state, the state in which the first specific condition is satisfied is taken over,
When the first state is controlled after the second specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, the state in which the second specific condition is satisfied is inherited in the second state.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
Variable display means (for example, production control CPU 120) that variably displays production identification information (for example, decorative patterns),
When being controlled to the first state, effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S172) capable of executing the main effect (for example, ready-to-win effect) corresponding to the effect identification information, with
The effect execution means, as the main effect, in a predetermined area (such as the center of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 10-9 (K)) predetermined character It is possible to perform effects using character AK1, girl character AK18, enemy character AK19),
The suggestive effect executing means, as the suggestive effect, creates a specific character different from the predetermined character (e.g., FIG. 2, a mini character AK13 of a dog, a mini character AK17 of a bear, and a mini character AK20 of a pig) may be executed.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game.

(3) In the gaming machine described in (1) or (2) above,
The suggestive effect executing means can execute the suggestive effect a plurality of times in a specific period (for example, FIG. 10-10),
Depending on the number of executions of the suggestive effect in the specific period, the ratio of control to the advantageous state differs (for example, the ratio of determination of the number of mini-characters differs depending on whether or not a big win will occur, as shown in FIG. 10-5). You may do so.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the number of executions of the suggestive effects, and to improve the amusement of the game.

(4) In the gaming machine described in (3) above,
The suggestive effect executing means limits execution of the suggestive effect until the suggestive effect control means controls to enable execution of a predetermined number of types of the suggestive effect (for example, when step 072AKS022 determines No). case, the suggestive effect setting process may be ended).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to suitably execute the suggestion effect.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
The suggestive effect control means, in the second state, a special condition different from the first specific condition and the second specific condition (for example, release of mini characters A to I, 10 big hits in the variable probability state). is established, a special suggestive effect (for example, a suggestive effect in which a mini character SP appears) may be controlled to be executable.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the fulfillment of the special condition, thereby enhancing the amusement of the game.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
The suggestive effect executing means is controlled by the suggestive effect control means to execute the first suggestive effect, and the first suggestive effect and the second suggestive effect are controlled to be executable. (For example, as shown in FIG. 10-4(B), the ratio of execution of the suggestive effect differs depending on the number of mini-characters released.) good too.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the number of satisfactions of the specific condition, and to improve the interest of the game.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6) above,
a special effect execution means capable of executing a special effect (for example, music selection effect) different from the suggestive effect;
Special effect control means (for example, music release processing shown in FIG. 10-6 (A)) that performs control related to the special effect in response to the establishment of the specific condition of the second state,
The special effect executing means executes a first special effect (for example, a music selection effect in which music A can be selected) and a second special effect different from the first special effect (for example, music selection effect in which music B can be selected). is possible and
The suggestion effect control means
In the second state, when a first specific condition (for example, the first big hit after being controlled to the variable probability state) is established, the first special effect is controlled to be executable,
In the second state after the establishment of the first specific condition, when the second specific condition (for example, the second big win after being controlled to the variable probability state) is established, the second special performance is controlled to be executable. death,
When the first state is controlled after the first specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, in the second state, the state in which the first specific condition is satisfied is not inherited,
When the first state is controlled after the second specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, in the second state, the state in which the second specific condition is satisfied is not inherited (for example, the musical piece in step 072AKS129) reset the open status, etc.).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute an effect that takes over the establishment of the specific condition and an effect that does not take over the establishment of the specific condition, thereby improving the interest of the game.

(8) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (7) above,
A specific effect execution means (for example, step S161, S171, S172 processing CPU 120 for effect control) capable of executing a specific effect (for example, reach, super reach, pre-reading notice of active change)
The suggestive effect executing means may be capable of executing the suggestive effect suggesting that the game is controlled to the advantageous state by notifying execution of the specific effect.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the suggestive effect, and to improve the amusement of the game.

(9) In the gaming machine described in (8) above,
The suggestion effect execution means is
The execution of one specific effect out of the specific effects can be announced by the first suggestive effect,
The execution of the one specific effect can be announced by the second suggestive effect,
When the first suggestive effect is to be executed, the second suggestive effect is restricted not to be executed (for example, as shown in FIG. (There is no suggestive effect pattern in which mini characters appearing at the same time).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an effect that misleads the player, and it is possible to suitably execute the suggestive effect.

(Means related to characteristic part 073AK)
The gaming machine related to the characteristic part 072AK includes the gaming machine related to the characteristic part 073AK as follows.
(1) The game machine according to the characteristic part 073AK is
A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic part 073AK) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state) that is advantageous to the player,
A state control means (for example, CPU 103 that executes the processing of steps S113 and S117) that can be controlled in a first state (for example, normal state) and a second state (for example, variable probability state) different from the first state,
In the first state, suggestive effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes the suggestive effect setting process of step 072AKS008) capable of executing a suggestive effect that suggests being controlled to the advantageous state;
Suggestive effect control means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the mini character release process in FIG. 10-2(A)) for controlling the suggestive effect in response to the establishment of the specific condition in the second state;
Variable display means (for example, production control CPU 120) that variably displays production identification information (for example, decorative patterns),
When being controlled to the first state, effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S172) capable of executing the main effect (for example, ready-to-win effect) corresponding to the effect identification information, with
The effect execution means, as the main effect, in a predetermined area (such as the center of the image display device 5 as shown in FIG. 10-9 (K)) predetermined character It is possible to perform effects using character AK1, girl character AK18, enemy character AK19),
The suggestive effect executing means, as the suggestive effect, creates a specific character different from the predetermined character (e.g., FIG. 2), a dog mini character AK13, a bear mini character AK17, and a pig mini character AK20).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the amusement of the game.

(2) In the gaming machine described in (1) above,
The suggestive effect executing means can execute the suggestive effect a plurality of times in a specific period (for example, FIG. 10-10),
Depending on the number of executions of the suggestive effect in the specific period, the ratio of control to the advantageous state differs (for example, the ratio of determination of the number of mini-characters differs depending on whether or not a big win will occur, as shown in FIG. 10-5). You may do so.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the number of executions of the suggestive effects, and to improve the amusement of the game.

(3) In the gaming machine described in (2) above,
The suggestive effect executing means limits execution of the suggestive effect until the suggestive effect control means controls to enable execution of a predetermined number of types of the suggestive effect (for example, when step 072AKS022 determines No). case, the suggestive effect setting process may be ended).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to suitably execute the suggestion effect.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
The suggestive effect control means, in the second state, a special condition different from the first specific condition and the second specific condition (for example, release of mini characters A to I, 10 big hits in the variable probability state). is established, a special suggestive effect (for example, a suggestive effect in which a mini character SP appears) may be controlled to be executable.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the fulfillment of the special condition, thereby enhancing the amusement of the game.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
The suggestive effect executing means is controlled by the suggestive effect control means to execute the first suggestive effect, and the first suggestive effect and the second suggestive effect are controlled to be executable. (For example, as shown in FIG. 10-4(B), the ratio of execution of the suggestive effect differs depending on the number of mini-characters released.) good too.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player pay attention to the number of satisfactions of the specific condition, and to improve the interest of the game.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
a special effect execution means capable of executing a special effect (for example, music selection effect) different from the suggestive effect;
Special effect control means (for example, music release processing shown in FIG. 10-6 (A)) that performs control related to the special effect in response to the establishment of the specific condition of the second state,
The special effect executing means executes a first special effect (for example, a music selection effect in which music A can be selected) and a second special effect different from the first special effect (for example, music selection effect in which music B can be selected). is possible and
The suggestion effect control means
In the second state, when a first specific condition (for example, the first big hit after being controlled to the variable probability state) is established, the first special effect is controlled to be executable,
In the second state after the establishment of the first specific condition, when the second specific condition (for example, the second big win after being controlled to the variable probability state) is established, the second special performance is controlled to be executable. death,
When the first state is controlled after the first specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, in the second state, the state in which the first specific condition is satisfied is not inherited,
When the first state is controlled after the second specific condition is satisfied and then the second state is controlled again, in the second state, the state in which the second specific condition is satisfied is not inherited (for example, the musical piece in step 072AKS129) reset the open status, etc.).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to execute an effect that takes over the establishment of the specific condition and an effect that does not take over the establishment of the specific condition, thereby improving the interest of the game.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6) above,
A specific effect execution means (for example, step S161, S171, S172 processing CPU 120 for effect control) capable of executing a specific effect (for example, reach, super reach, pre-reading notice of active change)
The suggestive effect executing means may be capable of executing the suggestive effect suggesting that the game is controlled to the advantageous state by notifying execution of the specific effect.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to draw the player's attention to the suggestive effect, and to improve the amusement of the game.

(8) In the gaming machine described in (7) above,
The suggestion effect execution means is
The execution of one specific effect out of the specific effects can be announced by the first suggestive effect,
The execution of the one specific effect can be announced by the second suggestive effect,
When the first suggestive effect is to be executed, the second suggestive effect is restricted not to be executed (for example, as shown in FIG. (There is no suggestive effect pattern in which mini characters appearing at the same time).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent an effect that misleads the player, and it is possible to suitably execute the suggestive effect.

(Explanation relating to association of characteristic parts)
Each configuration relating to a characteristic portion may be appropriately combined with part or all of each configuration relating to another characteristic portion. Features that are combined in this way, or individual features that are not combined, may be combined with part or all of each configuration relating to other features as appropriate.

It should be considered that the embodiments disclosed this time are illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is indicated by the scope of the claims rather than the above description, and is intended to include all modifications within the meaning and range of equivalents of the scope of the claims.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1... Pachinko game machine 11... Main board 12... Effect control board

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled in an advantageous state for a player,
state control means capable of controlling a first state and a second state different from the first state;
a suggestive effect executing means capable of executing a suggestive effect suggesting control to the advantageous state in the first state;
In response to the establishment of the specific condition in the second state, the suggestive effect executing means performs specific control for making the suggestive effect executable from the state in which the suggestive effect cannot be executed in the first state. suggestion production control means;
variable display means for variably displaying the performance identification information;
an effect execution means capable of executing a main effect corresponding to the effect identification information when being controlled to the first state;
The effect executing means is capable of executing an effect using a predetermined character in a predetermined area as the main effect,
The suggestive effect execution means is capable of executing, as the suggestive effect, an effect using a specific character different from the predetermined character in a specific area different from the predetermined area,
The first state and the second state are states in which the advantageous state is not controlled,
The easiness of being controlled to the advantageous state differs between the first state and the second state,
A gaming machine, wherein the suggestive effect suggests a change in a variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display.

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