JP2023060084A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of enhancing a player's interest.

SOLUTION: A first condition can be satisfied for plural times because of an increase in the number of operation times during a first operation effective period with a fourth reception period as an example, performance execution means with a performance display device as an example executes a first performance for changing a mode of a specific performance with a development part as an example according to satisfaction of the first condition, the number of operation times when a specific performance is changed up to a final mode may be a specific number of times, a second condition can be satisfied by the number of operation times smaller than a specific number of times during a second operation effective period with a fifth reception period as an example, the performance execution means executes a second performance according to satisfaction of the second condition, performance control means is configured so as to be capable of performing special control for regarding that the number of operation times of operation means increases during operation of operation means with a first operation part as an example, and execution of special control is limited during the second operation effective period while execution of special control is enabled during the first operation effective period.

SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 13

COPYRIGHT: (C)2023,JPO&INPIT

Description

The present invention relates to gaming machines.

Conventionally, a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, has an operation means (an example of a production button) that a player can operate, and uses the operation means to perform a predetermined operation (an example of repeated hits and long presses). There is one that is configured to change the mode of presentation step by step or continuously when an action is played (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2015-192821 A

However, the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Literature 1 is configured to display the results after a predetermined period of time has passed unless a predetermined operation using the operating means is performed. Therefore, in the conventional game machine, unless a predetermined operation is performed using the operating means, the effect itself, for example, the process of changing the mode of the effect, cannot be visually recognized. In recent years, it is expected that the interest of players will be improved by further devising such effects.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of a player.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems comprises an operation means that can be operated by a player, an effect execution means that can execute an effect, and an effect control means that controls the execution of the effect. A first operation means and a second operation means are included, and during the first operation valid period, an effect that enables recognition that the operation of the first operation means is valid can be executed, and the first operation means can be performed. The first condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by an increase in the number of times of operation, and the effect executing means executes the first effect of changing the mode of the specific effect in accordance with the establishment of the first condition, and the second operation During the valid period, an effect can be executed in which it is possible to recognize that the operation of the second operating means is valid, and a second condition can be established by the operation of the second operating means, and the effect executing means A second performance is executed in response to the establishment of the second condition, and the performance control means executes the performance on the assumption that the number of operations of a certain operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated. and the special control can be executed during the first operation effective period, and the execution of the special control increases at least the number of operations of the first operation means. On the other hand, during the second operation valid period, the number of operations of at least the second operation means is increased by restricting the execution of part or all of the special control. A predetermined error is detected when an effect is being executed assuming that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control. However, while the first operating means is being operated, the effect is continued by continuing the special control, and the operation of the first operating means is once terminated after the start of the first operation valid period, When the operation of the first operation means is resumed before the end of the first operation effective period, the execution of the special control is not restricted, and in a situation where the first event occurs when the special control can be executed. , the state in which the special control can be executed is maintained even after the first event is resolved, and in a situation where the second event occurs while the special control is executable, the special control is performed after the second event is resolved. is not executed.

A gaming machine that solves the above problems comprises an operation means that can be operated by a player, an effect execution means that can execute an effect, and an effect control means that controls the execution of the effect. A first operating means and a second operating means are included, a first effect condition can be established by operating the first operating means in the first effective period, and the first effect condition is set by the effect executing means. The first special effect is executed in response to the establishment of the second effect period, the second effect condition can be satisfied by the operation of the second operation means, and the effect execution means establishes the second effect condition. The second special effect is executed in response to the above, and the effect control means performs special control to control the execution of the effect by assuming that the operation means has been operated even if the operation means is not operated. During the first effective period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the first operating means has been operated by the execution of the special control. During the second valid period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the second operation means is operated by the execution of the special control, and a predetermined During the effective period of (1), a predetermined effect condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by increasing the number of operations of the first operating means, and the effect execution means executes a predetermined effect in response to the establishment of the predetermined effect condition. and the effect control means is configured to enable special control for controlling the execution of the effect by assuming that the number of operations of a certain operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated, and The special control can be executed within a predetermined valid period, and it can be considered that at least the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control, and the special control is executed, even if a predetermined error is detected when the effect is executed assuming that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased, while the first operating means is being operated. continues the effect by continuing the special control, once the operation of the first operation means ends after the start of the predetermined effective period, and the operation of the first operation means before the end of the predetermined effective period When the operation is resumed, the execution of the special control is not restricted, and in a situation where the first event occurs when the special control can be executed, the special control is executed even after the first event is resolved. The gist of the invention is that in a situation where a second event occurs while the state of being able to execute the special control is maintained, the special control is not executed after the second event is resolved.

According to the present invention, the player's interest can be improved.

The front view which shows a pachinko game machine typically. The front view which shows a game board typically. A block diagram showing an electrical configuration of the pachinko game machine. Explanatory drawing for demonstrating an example of operation production|presentation. (a) to (c) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a single-operation system effect. (a) to (c) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a single-operation system effect. (a) to (d) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a single-operation system effect. (a) to (e) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a multi-operation system effect. (a) to (c) are schematic diagrams showing an example of a multi-operation system effect. 4 is a schematic diagram showing an example of a customization menu; FIG. The schematic diagram which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern. 4 is a timing chart showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect; 4 is a timing chart showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect; 4 is a timing chart showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect; FIG. 11 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a gauge charge effect in the fifth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 11 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a gauge charge effect in the fifth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 11 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a gauge charge effect in the fifth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 14 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a hidden operation effect in the sixth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 14 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a hidden operation effect in the sixth embodiment; FIG. 11(a) to 11(h) are schematic diagrams showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect in an eighth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 21 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a gauge charge effect in the eighth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 21 is a timing chart showing an example of a mode of execution of a gauge charge effect in the eighth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 21 is a timing chart showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect in the ninth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 21 is a timing chart showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect in the ninth embodiment; FIG. FIG. 21 is a timing chart showing an example of an execution mode of a gauge charge effect in the ninth embodiment; FIG.

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

As shown in FIG. 1, a pachinko game machine 10 as a game machine includes a frame 11. As shown in FIG. The frame body 11 includes an installation frame for fixing the pachinko game machine 10 to an island facility such as a game parlor, and a mounting frame for mounting various game parts. The pachinko game machine 10 has a game board YB. The game board YB is mounted on the frame 11 . On the front side of the game board YB, there is formed a game area YBa in which game balls, which are an example of game media, flow down. The game board YB has an opening window YBb formed substantially in the center thereof when viewed from the front. A center frame W with various designs is attached to the opening window YBb. The pachinko game machine 10 has a shooting handle HD. The shooting handle HD is an example of means operated when launching a game ball into the game area YBa. As an example, the firing handle HD is provided on the front side of the mounting frame. The pachinko game machine 10 is configured to be able to adjust the shooting intensity of game balls by adjusting the amount of rotation operation of the shooting handle HD. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a ball tray 12, which is an example of a storage section for storing game balls. As an example, the ball plate 12 is provided on the front side of the mounting frame.

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first operating section D1 and a second operating section D2 as an example of operating means that can be operated by the player. The first operating section D1 corresponds to the first operating means, and the second operating section D2 corresponds to the second operating means. As an example, the first operation unit D1 is a button for effect that can be pressed. As an example, the second operation part D2 is a lever for effect that is configured to allow a push operation. The operation amount (pressing distance) until the operation of the first operation unit D1 is detected is smaller than the operation amount (pressing distance) until the operation of the second operation unit D2 is detected. That is, it can be said that the structure of the first operation part D1 is more suitable for continuous hitting than the second operation part D2.

The operation modes of the operation units D1 and D2 each include a short press operation and a long press operation. A short-press operation is an operation mode in which the detection time (operation time) from when the operation of a certain operation unit is detected until it is no longer detected is less than the specified time Lm. An operation mode in which the short press operation is performed only once is a so-called "single press". Further, an operation mode in which the number of operations of a certain operation unit is increased in a relatively short period of time by repeatedly performing a short press operation is a so-called "continuous press". A long-press operation is an operation mode in which an operation of a certain operation unit is performed, and the elapsed time after the operation of the operation unit is detected is equal to or longer than the specified time Lm. The specified time Lm can be set to 1 second as an example, but is not limited to this, and may be less than 1 second or greater than 1 second. Further, the first operation unit D1 and the second operation unit D2 are not limited to the button type or the lever type, and may be of the touch sensor type. may be Although the operation units D1 and D2 of the present embodiment incorporate light emitters (not shown), the present invention is not limited to this, and may have a configuration that does not incorporate light emitters. Each of the operation units D1 and D2 includes a vibration motor (not shown) as means capable of generating vibration. The operation units D1 and D2 vibrate due to vibration generated by the vibration motor. The vibration motor may be a single vibration motor shared by the operation units D1 and D2, and may be configured to vibrate the firing handle HD.

A pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a decorative lamp LA. The decorative lamp LA is an example of a light emitting means that performs an effect (hereinafter referred to as a light emitting effect) of emitting light, blinking, and extinguishing a light emitter (not shown). The decoration lamp LA is provided on the frame 11 and the game board YB, for example. A pachinko game machine 10 includes a speaker SP. The speaker SP is an example of audio means that performs an effect (hereinafter referred to as an audio effect) for outputting sounds such as human and animal voices, sound effects, and music. For example, the speaker SP is provided on the frame 11 as an example.

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

The pachinko gaming machine 10 includes a first special reservation display section 13c and a second special reservation display section 13d as display sections for displaying information that can specify the number of special game reservations. The first special reservation display unit 13c displays information that can specify the number of reservations for the first special game (hereinafter referred to as the first special reservation number). The second special reservation display portion 13d displays information that can specify the number of reservations for the second special game (hereinafter referred to as the second special reservation number). For example, the upper limit of the first special reservation number and the second special reservation number is four. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a normal symbol display section 13e. The normal symbol display portion 13e displays a normal game. In the normal game, predetermined symbols are variably displayed, and finally the normal symbols are fixed and stopped. The normal symbol is a symbol for notifying the result of an internal lottery (normal lottery to be described later). The normal symbols include a normal winning symbol, which is an example of a normal winning display result, and a normal losing symbol, which is an example of a normal losing display result. In the pachinko game machine 10, when a normal win is won in a normal lottery, a normal winning pattern is derived in a normal game, and a normal winning game is provided after the normal winning game is finished. The pachinko game machine 10 has a normal hold display section 13f. The normal reservation display portion 13f displays information that can specify the number of normal game reservations (hereinafter referred to as the normal reservation number).

The pachinko game machine 10 includes an effect display device EH. The effect display device EH has an image display section GH capable of displaying an image. The image display unit GH is, for example, a liquid crystal panel, an organic EL panel, or the like. The effect display device EH is assembled to the game board YB so that the image display section GH can be visually recognized through the opening window YBb (center frame W) of the game board YB when viewed from the front. The effect display device EH is an example of display means for performing an effect (hereinafter referred to as a display effect) of displaying a predetermined character or an image imitating characters.

An effect game is displayed as one of the display effects on the effect display device EH. In the effect game, a plurality of rows of effect symbols are variably displayed, and finally a combination of effect symbols (hereinafter referred to as a symbol combination) is derived. The effect pattern (decorative pattern) is a pattern decorated with a character, a pattern, or the like, and is a pattern for diversifying the display effect. As an example, the effect game of the present embodiment is performed by variably displaying (scrolling) the effect symbols of the left symbol row, the middle symbol row, and the right symbol row in a predetermined direction.

The effect game starts with the special game and ends with the special game. In the effect game, a symbol combination corresponding to the special symbols derived in the special game is derived. In the special game, when the big-hit symbols are derived, in the effect game, the big-hit symbol combination is derived. A jackpot symbol combination is a symbol combination such as "777" in which the performance symbols of all rows are the same. When a winning symbol is derived in the special game, a winning symbol combination is derived in the effect game. The missing symbol combination is, for example, a symbol combination such as "778" or "787", in which at least some rows of performance symbols are different from other rows of performance symbols. In this specification, the "temporary stop display" is a temporary stop state before the effect symbols are fixed and stopped, such as fluctuation display. In the following description, a special game and an effect game executed corresponding to the special game may be collectively referred to as a "fluctuation game".

A ready-to-win effect can be executed in the effect game. The ready-to-win effect is an effect to form a ready-to-win effect in the effect game and to finally derive a predetermined symbol combination. The ready-to-win state is a state in which the same performance symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in a plurality of specific symbol rows, and the performance symbols are continuously displayed in a variable manner in other symbol rows. As an example, in this embodiment, the left symbol row and the right symbol row correspond to specific symbol rows, and the middle symbol row corresponds to another symbol row. The ready-to-win effect includes a normal ready-to-win effect (hereinafter referred to as NR effect) and a super ready-to-win effect (hereinafter referred to as SR effect) in which the expectation of a big hit is higher than that of the NR effect.

Returning to the explanation of FIG. The first special start winning opening 15 is always open so that game balls can be entered. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a first special starting sensor SE1 for detecting a game ball entering the first special starting winning hole 15 (see FIG. 3). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the first special starting sensor SE1, a condition for holding the first special game can be established, and a condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established.

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a second special start winning opening 16 that opens in the game area YBa. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a second special starting sensor SE2 for detecting a game ball entering the second special starting winning hole 16 (see FIG. 3). In the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the second special starting sensor SE2, the condition for holding the second special game can be established, and the condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established. The pachinko game machine 10 is normally variable operable between an open state in which game balls can enter the second special starting prize winning port 16 and a closed state in which game balls cannot enter the second special starting prize winning port 16. A member 17 is provided. In the closed state, the game ball can enter the second special start winning opening 16, but it may be a state in which it is more difficult to enter than in the open state. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal solenoid SL1 as an example of means for operating the normal variable member 17 (see FIG. 3). Ordinary variable member 17 is operated in an open state in an ordinary winning game.

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a large prize winning opening 18 that opens in the game area YBa. The pachinko game machine 10 is a special variable member which is an example of a means capable of operating between an open state in which game balls can enter the big prize winning port 18 and a closed state in which game balls cannot enter the big prize winning port 18. 19. In the closed state, a game ball can enter the big winning hole 18, but it may be a state in which it is more difficult to enter than in the open state. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a special solenoid SL2 as an example of means for operating the special variable member 19 (see FIG. 3). The special variable member 19 is operated in an open state in a special symbol winning game. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a special prize winning sensor SE3 that detects a game ball that has entered the big winning hole 18 (see FIG. 3). In the pachinko game machine 10, when a game ball is detected by the special prize winning sensor SE3, a payout condition for a predetermined number of prize balls is established.

The pachinko game machine 10 includes a gate 25 through which game balls flowing down the game area YBa can pass (enter). The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal starting sensor SE4 for detecting game balls passing through the gate 25 (see FIG. 3). The pachinko gaming machine 10 may be configured such that when a game ball is detected by the normal start sensor SE4, the normal game suspension condition may be satisfied, but the prize ball payout condition may not be satisfied.

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal prize winning port 26 as a prize winning port that opens in the game area YBa. The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with a normal winning sensor (not shown) for detecting a game ball entered into the normal winning hole 26 . In this embodiment, when game balls are detected by the normal prize winning sensor, the condition for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls is established. Incidentally, the pachinko gaming machine 10 may be provided with a winning opening different from the winning openings 15, 16, 18 and 26. - 特許庁Entering a game ball into a winning hole is a so-called "winning". The pachinko game machine 10 has an out port 27. - 特許庁For example, the out port 27 opens into the game area YBa at the lower end of the game area YBa. Of the game balls shot to the game area YBa, the game balls that do not enter any of the winning openings 15, 16, 18 and 26 are discharged out of the machine through an out opening 27. - 特許庁

As described above, the pachinko game machine 10 can adjust the shooting intensity of game balls by adjusting the amount of rotation operation of the shooting handle HD. That is, in the pachinko game machine 10, game balls can be hit separately so as to flow down either the left area R1 of the center frame W or the right area R2 of the center frame W. A normal winning opening 26 and a first special starting winning opening 15 are formed in the downstream path of the game ball in the left region R1 from the upstream side. For this reason, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, when a game ball is launched (so-called left-handed hitting) so as to flow down the left region R1 of the game region YBa, the game ball is sent to the first special start winning hole 15 and the normal A ball can be entered into the winning opening 26 . A gate 25, a big winning opening 18, and a second special starting winning opening 16 are formed in the downstream path of the game ball in the right area R2 from the upstream side. Therefore, when the game ball is launched (so-called right-handed hitting) so as to flow down the right side area R2 of the game area YBa, the game ball passes through the second special start winning opening 16, the big winning opening 18, and the gate. You can enter 25.

The pachinko game machine 10 is provided with an effect movable body EY. As an example, the effect movable body EY has a shape that imitates a full moon. The effect movable body EY is not limited to this, and may have a shape imitating letters or characters. The effect movable body EY is provided on the game board YB. Not limited to this, the effect movable body EY may be provided on the frame body 11 . The effect movable body EY includes a stepping motor (not shown) as an example of means for displacing the effect movable body EY. As an example, the effect movable body EY is configured to be displaceable between an original position indicated by a solid line in the figure and a effect position indicated by a two-dot chain line. The effect position is a position that protrudes toward the center of the effect display device EH in front view compared to the original position.

In this embodiment, the effect display device EH, the speaker SP, the decorative lamp LA, and the effect movable body EY are effect devices capable of executing effects, respectively, and constitute an effect device group, which is an example of effect execution means. do. The production execution means is not limited to including all of the production display device EH, the speaker SP, the decorative lamp LA, and the production movable body EY. may have been

Next, the game state of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
The pachinko game machine 10 has a probability changing function for changing the probability of a big win to a high probability, a ball entry assisting function for assisting the entry of a game ball into a second special start winning hole 16, and a special game variation time. Equipped with a time-saving function. The game state in the pachinko game machine 10 is configured by combining the operating states (operating and non-operating) of these functions.

The probability variation function (hereinafter referred to as probability variation function) will be described.
The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of probability states as states with different jackpot probabilities. The plurality of probability states include a low-probability state and a high-probability state with a higher jackpot probability than the low-probability state. When the variable probability function is activated, the probability state shifts from the low probability state to the high probability state, increasing the possibility of winning the jackpot. Therefore, the high-probability state is advantageous for the player. The high-probability state is a so-called "variable probability state (variable probability state)".

The ball entry assistance function will be explained.
The ball-entering assist function is a function that supports the winning of prizes for ordinary electric accessories, and is a so-called "electric support function". The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of ball-entering rate states as states in which the ball-entering rate of the game ball to the second special start prize-winning opening 16 is different. The plurality of ball-entering rate states include a low ball-entering rate state and a high ball-entering rate state in which the ball-entering rate is higher than the low ball-entering rate state. When the ball-entering assist function is activated, the ball-entering rate state shifts from the low ball-entering rate state to the high ball-entering rate state, making it easier to establish the starting condition for the second special game. Therefore, the high ball entry rate state is advantageous for the player.

For example, the high ball-entering rate state can be realized by executing one control that can be arbitrarily selected from the three auxiliary controls described below, or by executing a plurality of controls in combination. The first auxiliary control is control for shortening the variation time of the normal game compared to when the ball-entering rate is low. The second auxiliary control is control for changing the normal winning probability in the normal lottery to a higher probability than in the low ball entry rate state. The second auxiliary control may be control in which the normal lottery itself is not performed in the low ball-entering rate state, but the normal lottery itself is performed with a predetermined probability in the high-ball-entering rate state. The third auxiliary control is a control that makes the total opening time of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game longer than in the low ball entry rate state. In addition, as the third auxiliary control, the number of opening times of the normal variable member 17 in one normal winning game is greater than when the ball is in a low ball rate state, and 1 of the normal variable member 17 in the normal winning game It is preferable to perform at least one control of making the opening time of the inning longer than in the low ball entry rate state.

Next, the variable time reduction function (hereinafter referred to as the time reduction function) will be described.
The pachinko gaming machine 10 has a plurality of variable time states as states with different variable times (average variable times) of the special game. The plurality of variable time states include a long variable time state and a short variable time state in which the average variable time of at least the second special game is shorter than the long variable time state. When the time reduction function is activated, the variable time state shifts from the long variable time state to the short variable time state, and the number of special games that can actually be executed per unit time increases. That is, the efficiency of digesting the suspension of the special game is improved. Note that, in the present embodiment, the time saving function operates in conjunction with the ball entry assist function. That is, the time-saving function operates together with the ball entry assist function, and becomes non-operable together with the ball entry assist function.

In this embodiment, there are three game states: a normal state, a first advantageous state, and a second advantageous state. The normal state is a game state in which none of the variable probability function, the assisting function for entering balls, and the time saving function operate. The first advantageous state is a game state in which all of the variable probability function, the ball entering assist function, and the time saving function operate. The second advantageous state is a game state in which the variable probability function does not operate, but the ball entry assist function and the time saving function operate. The pachinko game machine 10 is not limited to having three game states, and some or all of them may be different game states in which the function to be activated among the variable probability function, the assisting ball entry function, and the time saving function is changed. Also, the number of game states may be one, two, or four or more.

Next, the jackpot will be explained.
The pachinko game machine 10 has a plurality of types of jackpot patterns as special jackpot patterns. The type of the jackpot pattern is also the type of the jackpot. The jackpot symbols are classified into one or more types. As an example, in the present embodiment, there are two types of symbols: specific symbols and normal symbols. In the pachinko game machine 10, a jackpot game is awarded according to the type of jackpot pattern (type of jackpot).

In the jackpot game, first, a predetermined effect is performed for a predetermined time (hereinafter referred to as opening time). For example, the predetermined effect is an opening effect that can specify the start of the jackpot game. In the jackpot game, after the opening time has elapsed, a round game for opening the big winning opening 18 is performed up to a predetermined upper limit number of times. One round game is terminated when a predetermined upper limit number of game balls enter or when a predetermined upper limit time elapses. In the round game, the big winning opening 18 is opened in a predetermined opening mode (opening pattern). In each round game, a round production is performed. In the jackpot game, when the final round game ends, a predetermined effect is performed for a predetermined time (hereinafter referred to as ending time). For example, the predetermined effect is an ending effect that can specify the end of the jackpot game. The jackpot game is terminated when the ending time elapses.

In the pachinko game machine 10, the game state after the end of the jackpot game is controlled according to the type of jackpot pattern (type of jackpot). As an example, the specific symbols are defined to be controlled to the first advantageous state after the end of the jackpot game until the next jackpot game is awarded. In the normal symbols, after the end of the big win game, it is determined that the second advantageous state is controlled until the special game of the predetermined number of times of operation ends or until the next big win game is awarded. ing. Not limited to this, on the condition that the game ball that has entered the big winning opening 18 has passed through a specific area (so-called V zone), the game state after the end of the big win game is controlled to the first advantageous state, and the specific area may be configured to control the game state after the end of the jackpot game to the second advantageous state on the condition that it does not pass through.

Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 3 , the pachinko gaming machine 10 has a main control board 40 . The main control board 40 performs predetermined processing, and outputs a control signal such as a control command, which is an example of control information, according to the result of the processing. The pachinko game machine 10 includes a sub control board 50. - 特許庁The main control board 40 and the sub control board 50 are connected so that a control signal can be output in one direction from the main control board 40 to the sub control board 50 . The sub control board 50 executes predetermined processing based on the control signal input from the main control board 40 .

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

The main control ROM 43 stores judgment values and tables used for various judgments and lotteries. The main control ROM 43 stores a plurality of types of variation patterns. The variation pattern is information that can specify the variation time from the start of the special game to the end. The variation pattern is information capable of specifying at least a part of the effect content (variation content) of the effect game performed during execution of the special game. Variation patterns include a big hit variation pattern and a loss variation pattern. The big-hit variation pattern is a variation pattern in which a ready-to-win performance is performed in the performance game, and finally a big-hit symbol combination is derived. The losing variation pattern is a variation pattern that ultimately leads to a winning symbol combination in the effect game. The losing variation pattern includes a variation pattern of "with reach" in which a ready-to-win effect is performed in the performance game and a variation pattern of "no reach" in which no ready-to-win effect is performed in the effect game.

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

The main control CPU 42 is connected to the sensors SE1-SE4. The main control CPU 42 is configured to be able to input detection signals output when the sensors SE1 to SE4 detect game balls. The main control CPU 42 is connected to the display units 13a to 13f. The main control CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the display contents of the display units 13a to 13f. The main control CPU 42 is connected to solenoids SL1 and SL2. The main control CPU 42 is configured to be able to control the operations of the variable members 17 and 19 by controlling the operations of the solenoids SL1 and SL2.

Next, the sub-control board 50 will be described in detail.
The sub-control board 50 includes a sub-control CPU 51 , a sub-control ROM 52 , a sub-control RWM 53 and a real-time clock 54 . The sub-control CPU 51 performs various processes related to effects by executing sub-control programs. In this embodiment, an example of the effect control means for controlling the execution of the effect (effect executing means) is configured by the sub-control CPU 51 executing various processes related to the effect. The sub-control ROM 52 stores a sub-control program, a determination value used for a predetermined lottery, and the like. The sub-control ROM 52 stores display effect data used for display effect, light emission effect data used for light emission effect, sound effect data used for sound effect, movable body effect data used for movable body effect, and the like.

The sub-control RWM 53 stores various information rewritten during operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10 . For example, information stored by the sub-control RWM 53 includes flags, counters, and timers. Further, the sub control board 50 is configured to be capable of generating software random numbers through random number generation processing by the sub control CPU 51 . The sub control board 50 may include a random number generation circuit and be capable of generating hardware random numbers. The real-time clock 54 has a power supply (not shown). Even if the pachinko gaming machine 10 is powered off, the real-time clock 54 operates with the power supplied from the power supply unit, and generates at least information that can identify the current time. Real-time clock 54 may be capable of generating information that identifies the current date.

The sub-control CPU 51 is connected to the effect display device EH. The sub-control CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the display contents of the effect display device EH. The sub-control CPU 51 is connected to the decoration lamp LA. The sub-control CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the lighting mode of the decoration lamp LA. The sub-control CPU 51 is connected to the speaker SP. The sub-control CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the output mode of the speaker SP. The sub-control CPU 51 is connected to a stepping motor (not shown) included in the effect movable body EY. The sub-control CPU 51 is configured to be able to control the operation of the effect movable body EY. The sub-control CPU 51 is connected to the first operation section D1 and the second operation section D2. The sub-control CPU 51 is configured to be able to input an operation signal (ON signal) output when the first operation unit D1 is operated and an operation signal (ON signal) output when the second operation unit D2 is operated. It is

Next, various processes performed by the main control CPU 42 will be described.
The main control CPU 42 executes a special symbol input process, a special symbol start process, etc. as timer interrupt processes performed at predetermined control intervals (eg, 4 ms).

First, special design input processing is explained.
In the special symbol input process, the main control CPU 42 determines whether or not the game ball has entered the first special start winning opening 15 based on whether or not a detection signal has been input from the first special start sensor SE1. When the game ball has won the first special start winning opening 15, the main control CPU42 determines whether the first special reservation number stored in the main control RWM44 is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment). judge. When the first special reservation number is less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU42 adds 1 to the first special reservation number and updates it. Subsequently, the main control CPU 42 controls the first special reservation display section 13c so as to display information capable of specifying the updated first special reservation number. Thus, the first special game reserve condition is established when the game ball is detected by the first special starting sensor SE1 when the first special reserve number is less than the upper limit number.

Next, the main control CPU 42 acquires random numbers generated within the microprocessor 41 and stores random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main control RWM 44 . For example, the random number is a special winning random number used for a special lottery (big winning lottery), a winning design random number used for determining a winning design, and a variation pattern random number used for determining a variation pattern. The main control CPU 42 stores the random number information so that the random number information is for the first special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. The random number information may be the acquired random number itself, or may be information obtained by processing the random number by a predetermined method. In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the random number information used for the first special game is stored in the main control RWM 44, thereby suspending the execution of the first special game until the conditions for executing the first special game are satisfied. can.

When the random number information for the first special game is stored in the main control RWM 44, when the game ball has not won the first special start winning port 15, and when the first special reserved number is not less than the upper limit number, The main control CPU 42 determines whether or not the game ball has entered the second special starting winning opening 16 based on whether or not the detection signal is input from the second special starting sensor SE2. When the game ball has won the second special start winning opening 16, the main control CPU42 determines whether the second special reservation number stored in the main control RWM44 is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment) determine whether When the second special reservation number is less than the upper limit number, the main control CPU42 adds 1 to the second special reservation number and updates it. The main control CPU 42 controls the second special reservation display section 13d so as to display information that can specify the updated second special reservation number. In this way, the second special game reserve condition is established when the game ball is detected by the second special start sensor SE2 when the second special reserve number is less than the upper limit number.

Next, the main control CPU 42 acquires random numbers generated within the main control board 40 and stores random number information based on the acquired random numbers in the main control RWM 44 . The main control CPU 42 stores the random number information so that the random number information is used for the second special game and the storage order of the random number information can be specified. The pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment stores the random number information used for the second special game in the main control RWM 44, thereby suspending the execution of the second special game until the conditions for executing the second special game are satisfied. can. When the random number information for the second special game is stored in the main control RWM 44, when the game ball has not won the second special start winning port 16, and when the second special reserved number is not less than the upper limit number, The main control CPU 42 ends the special symbol input process.

Next, the special symbol start processing will be described.
In the special symbol start process, the main control CPU 42 determines whether or not the conditions for executing the special game are satisfied. The main control CPU 42 makes an affirmative determination when the big win game is not being played and the special game is not being executed, and makes a negative determination when the big win game is being played or the special game is being executed. When the special game execution condition is not satisfied, the main control CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process. When the special game execution condition is established, the main control CPU 42 determines whether or not the second special reservation number is greater than zero. When the second special reservation number is zero, the main control CPU42 determines whether the first special reservation number is greater than zero. When the first special reservation number is zero, the main control CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

When the first special reservation number is greater than zero, the main control CPU 42 performs processing for executing the first special game. Specifically, the main control CPU 42 updates the first special reservation number by subtracting 1. The main control CPU 42 controls the first special reservation display section 13c so as to display information capable of specifying the updated first special reservation number. Next, the main control CPU 42 acquires from the main control RWM 44 the random number information stored first among the random number information for the first special game. Subsequently, the main control CPU 42 uses a special winning random number specified from the obtained random number information to perform a jackpot lottery to determine whether or not to win a jackpot. The main control CPU 42 performs a jackpot lottery with a jackpot probability according to the current probability state (whether or not the variable probability function is activated).

When winning a jackpot, the main control CPU 42 performs jackpot variation processing. In the jackpot variation process, the main control CPU 42 performs a jackpot pattern lottery using a hit pattern random number that can be specified from the random number information, and determines a jackpot pattern to be derived in the first special game. The main control CPU 42 performs a variation pattern determination lottery using a variation pattern random number that can be specified from the random number information, and determines a big hit variation pattern. After that, the main control CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

When the big hit is not won, the main control CPU 42 performs loss variation processing. In the losing variation process, the main control CPU 42 determines the winning symbols to be derived in the first special game. In the loss variation process, the main control CPU 42 performs a variation pattern determination lottery using a variation pattern random number that can be specified from the random number information, and determines a loss variation pattern with or without reach. After that, the main control CPU 42 ends the special symbol start process.

When the second special reservation number is greater than zero, the main control CPU 42 performs processing for executing the second special game. In the process for executing the second special game, the "first special game" is changed to the "second special game", and the "first special pending number" is changed to the "second special game". Since the process is read as "special pending number", the detailed description thereof will be omitted. In other words, the main control CPU 42 performs any variation processing based on the subtraction of the second special reservation number, the big win lottery, and the result of the big win lottery, and then ends the special symbol start processing.

The main control CPU 42 outputs a variation start command and a special symbol command to the sub control board 50 in the jackpot variation process and the loss variation process. The variation start command is a control command that can specify the variation pattern determined in each variation process and the start of the special game (effect game). The special symbol command is a control command that can specify the special symbol (big hit symbol or losing symbol) determined in each variation process. Note that the variation start command and the special symbol command are different control commands when the variation processing of the first special game is performed and when the variation processing of the second special game is performed.

After finishing the special symbol start process, the main control CPU 42 executes the first special game or the second special game by a process different from the special symbol start process. Specifically, when executing the first special game, the main control CPU 42 controls the first special symbol display section 13a so as to start variable display of predetermined symbols. The main control CPU 42 measures the variation time defined in the variation pattern. The main control CPU 42 controls the first special symbol display section 13a so as to derive the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has passed. In addition, the main control CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command (hereinafter referred to as a fluctuation end command) that can specify the end of the special game (effect game) when the fluctuation time defined in the fluctuation pattern has passed. .

On the other hand, when executing the second special game, the main control CPU 42 controls the second special symbol display section 13b so as to start variable display of predetermined symbols. The main control CPU 42 measures the variation time defined in the variation pattern. The main control CPU 42 controls the second special symbol display section 13b so as to derive the special symbol determined in the special symbol start process when the variation time defined in the variation pattern has passed. Further, the main control CPU 42 outputs a fluctuation end command to the sub control board 50 when the fluctuation time set in the fluctuation pattern has elapsed. As described above, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment executes a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process by the main control CPU 42, and performs a special lottery triggered by the entry of a game ball into the start hole. is configured as

Next, the jackpot game processing will be described.
The big-hit game process is a process for giving a big-hit game. When the main control CPU 42 derives the big-hit symbols in the special game, it executes the big-hit game process after the big-hit special game ends. The main control CPU 42 specifies the type of jackpot game based on the jackpot pattern (that is, the jackpot type) determined in the special symbol start process. The main control CPU 42 provides the specified type of jackpot game. The jackpot game is an example of a privilege, and an example of privilege granting means for granting a privilege is configured by the main control CPU 42 that performs control for granting the jackpot game.

First, the main control CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command that can specify the start of the opening time (hereinafter referred to as opening command). After the opening time has elapsed, the main control CPU 42 performs processing for executing a round game. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 using the specified opening control data for the big win game, and opens the big winning hole 18 . When the number of game balls detected by the special winning sensor SE3 reaches the above-described upper limit number, or when the above-described upper limit time elapses, the main control CPU 42 controls the special solenoid SL2 so as to close the big winning opening 18. By doing so, the round game is ended. The main control CPU 42 repeats the process for executing such a round game until the upper limit number of round games set for the big hit game is completed. The main control CPU 42 outputs a control command (hereinafter referred to as a round command) that can specify the start of the round game to the sub control board 50 each time the round game is started. When the final round game ends, the main control CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command that can specify the start of the ending time (hereinafter referred to as the ending command). The main control CPU 42 ends the big hit game when the ending time has passed.

Next, probability transition processing for transitioning the probability state will be described.
The main control CPU 42 sets a high probability flag in the main control RWM 44 after finishing the big hit game based on the specific symbols. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls to a high probability state. On the other hand, the main control CPU 42 does not set the high accuracy flag to the main control RWM 44 after completing the jackpot game based on the normal symbols. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls to the low probability state. The main control CPU 42 erases the high accuracy flag when the big hit game is started and the high accuracy flag is set. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls to a low probability state during the jackpot game.

Next, a description will be given of processing for shifting the ball-entering rate state and the variable time state.
The main control CPU 42 sets an operation flag to the main control RWM 44 when the jackpot game ends. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls the high ball entry rate state. The main control CPU 42 updates the value of the execution counter stored in the main control RWM 44 every time the special game is started after the jackpot game based on the normal symbols is finished, so that the special game after the jackpot game is finished. Count the number of executions. The main control CPU 42 erases the operation flag stored in the main control RWM 44 when the special game in which the number of executions of the special game after the end of the jackpot game has reached the number of operations is completed. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls to the low ball entry rate state when the special game for the number of times of activation is completed after the jackpot game based on the normal symbols is completed. The main control CPU 42 erases the operation flag when the big hit game is started and the operation flag is set. That is, the main control CPU 42 controls to a low ball entry rate state during the big hit game. It should be noted that the main control CPU 42 controls to the short fluctuation time state when controlling to the high ball entry rate state, and controls to the long fluctuation time state when controlling to the low ball entry rate state.

Next, various processes executed by the sub-control CPU 51 will be described.
First, the big hit effect processing will be described.
The big-hit effect processing is a process for executing an effect (hereinafter referred to as a big-hit effect) during the big-hit game. When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an opening command, it controls the effect device group so as to execute an opening effect. When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs a round command, it controls the production device group so as to execute a round production. When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs the ending command, it controls the effect device group so as to execute the ending effect.

Next, the effect game processing will be described.
The effect game process is a process for executing the effect game as one of the display effects related to the special game during execution of the special game. When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs the variation start command and the special symbol command, it controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the effect game corresponding to the special game. Specifically, when the sub-control CPU 51 inputs a variation start command, it selects an effect pattern (effect content) of the effect game based on a change pattern that can be specified from the control command. Further, when a special symbol command is input, the sub-control CPU 51 determines a symbol combination to be derived in the production game based on the special symbol that can be specified from the command. The sub-control CPU 51 determines a big-hit symbol combination when the big-hit symbol can be specified from the special symbol command. The sub-control CPU 51 determines the missing symbol combination when the missing symbol can be specified from the special symbol command.

Further, the sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not conditions for executing the ready-to-win effect are satisfied. As an example, the reach condition is established by determining a variation pattern with reach. As the ready-to-win condition, in addition to the determination of the variation pattern with ready-to-win, a predetermined ready-to-win effect lottery may be performed and winning of the ready-to-win effect lottery may be determined. When the ready-to-win condition is established and the big-hit symbol can be specified from the special symbol command, the sub-control CPU 51 determines the performance symbols constituting the big-hit symbol combination as the ready-to-win performance symbol. The sub-control CPU 51 determines the missing symbol combination including the ready-to-win when the ready-to-win condition is established and the missing symbol from the special symbol command can be identified. The sub-control CPU 51 determines a combination of symbols that does not include a reach when the ready-to-win condition is not satisfied and a symbol to be excluded from the special symbol command can be specified.

Then, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to start the variable display of the effect symbols of each symbol row with the input of the variation start command as a trigger. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 starts the effect game. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the effect game is performed based on the selected effect pattern during the variation time determined by the variation pattern. Although details will be described later, the sub-control CPU 51 can control the effect device group so as to execute various effects during execution of the effect game. Then, when a predetermined timing comes after the start of the effect game, the sub-control CPU 51 temporarily stops and displays the symbol combination, and also, with the input of the fluctuation end command as a trigger, stops and fixes the symbol combination. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 may cause the symbol combination to be fixed and displayed when the variation time set in the variation pattern elapses, regardless of the variation end command. In this case, the fluctuation end command may be omitted.

Next, various effects performed during execution of the effect game will be described.
As shown in FIG. 4, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to execute an effect (hereinafter referred to as an operation effect) for operating a predetermined operation unit. The operation effects include a single-operation system effect that requires a single short-press operation of a predetermined operation unit, and a multi-operation system effect that requires multiple short-press operations of a predetermined operation unit. included. As an example, the single-operation system effects include dialogue effects, cut-in effects, and chance effects. As an example, the multi-operation system effects include a gauge charge effect and a character challenge effect. The dialogue effect, the cut-in effect, and the gauge charge effect are executed at the timing before reach formation. The chance effect and the accessory challenge effect are executed at the timing after the ready-to-win formation. Not limited to this, the execution timing of each operation effect may be changed.

As an example, the dialogue production can be configured as follows.
As shown in FIG. 5, during a period for accepting the operation of the first operation unit D1 (hereinafter referred to as a first acceptance period), the effect display device EH displays the character string "Press the button!" is displayed, and an effect prompting the user to operate the first operation unit D1 is executed (see FIG. 5A). In the present embodiment, the first acceptance period is an example of a first validity period, and at least the operation of the first operation unit D1 is valid during the first acceptance period. When the first reception period elapses without the first operation unit D1 being operated, the effect display device EH does not display the lines, and displays a pattern simulating the first operation unit D1 disappearing in smoke. An end notification is given (see FIG. 5(b)). If the first operation unit D1 is operated before the first acceptance period elapses, the effect display device EH displays a dialogue (see FIG. 5(c)). In the present embodiment, the effect by displaying words is an example of the first special effect. The dialogue display is an effect different from the end notification, which is an example of an effect when the first effect condition is not satisfied.

As an example, the cut-in effect can be configured as follows.
As shown in FIG. 6, during a period of accepting the operation of the first operation unit D1 (hereinafter referred to as a second acceptance period), the effect display device EH executes an effect prompting the operation of the first operation unit D1 ( See FIG. 6(a)). In the present embodiment, the second acceptance period is an example of a first valid period, and at least the operation of the first operation unit D1 is valid during the second acceptance period. When the second reception period elapses without the first operation unit D1 being operated, the effect display device EH does not perform a cut-in and issues an end notification (see FIG. 6(b)). If the first operation unit D1 is operated before the second acceptance period elapses, the effect display device EH temporarily displays a predetermined character, and cuts in (FIG. 6(c)). )reference). In the present embodiment, the cut-in effect is an example of the first special effect. The cut-in is an effect different from the end notification, which is an example of an effect when the first effect condition is not satisfied.

As an example, the chance production can be configured as follows.
As shown in FIG. 7, during the period for accepting the operation of the second operating section D2 (hereinafter referred to as the third accepting period), the effect display device EH displays the character string "Push the lever!" A pattern simulating D2 is displayed, and an effect prompting the user to operate the second operation unit D2 is executed (see FIG. 7A). In the present embodiment, the third acceptance period is an example of the second effective period, and at least the operation of the second operation unit D2 is valid during the third acceptance period. When the third reception period elapses without the second operation unit D2 being operated, the effect display device EH does not perform any chance notification, and displays a pattern simulating the second operation unit D2 disappearing in smoke. , an end notification is given (see FIG. 7(b)).

On the other hand, when the second operation unit D2 is operated before the third reception period elapses, there are times when the first chance notification is performed and times when the second chance notification is performed. The first chance notification is performed by displaying a character string "chance" on the effect display device EH (see FIG. 7(c)). The second chance notification is performed in such a manner that the effect display device EH displays the character string "Super heat" and the effect movable body EY is displaced to the effect position (see FIG. 7(d)). In addition, the second chance notification includes a vibration presentation in which the second operation unit D2 vibrates due to the operation of the vibration motor. In this embodiment, the effect by the chance notification is an example of the second special effect. The chance notification is an effect different from the end notification, which is an example of the effect when the second effect condition is not satisfied.

As an example, the gauge charge effect can be configured as follows.
As shown in FIG. 8, during the period for accepting the operation of the first operation unit D1 (hereinafter referred to as the fourth acceptance period), the character string "Tap the button repeatedly to accumulate the gauge!" A pattern simulating D1 is displayed, and an effect is executed to prompt the user to operate the first operation unit D1 (see FIG. 8A). In the present embodiment, the fourth acceptance period is an example of the first operation valid period, and during the fourth acceptance period, at least the operation of the first operation unit D1 (first operation means) is valid. It should be noted that, during the fourth acceptance period, the effect of prompting the user to operate the second operation unit D2 is not executed. As an example, the effect display device EH displays a gauge Ge composed of a plurality of squares. The display mode of the gauge Ge includes multiple stages (eg, 5 stages) from an initial stage display mode (initial mode) indicating an empty state to a final stage display mode (final mode) where the color tone of all squares has changed. stage).

In the effect display device EH, during the fourth receiving period, the display mode of the gauge Ge changes in response to the operation of the first operation unit D1, but does not change until the final stage (see FIG. 8(b)). After the fourth acceptance period has passed, the character string "I'm sorry..." is finally displayed, thereby making it possible to notify that the charge failure can be specified that the effect will not develop (see FIG. 8(c)). . On the other hand, in the effect display device EH, during the fourth acceptance period, the display mode of the gauge Ge changes until the final stage (see FIG. 8(d)) in accordance with the operation of the first operation unit D1, and the After the lapse of time, the character string "Success!! Developed into SR effect" is finally displayed, thereby making it possible to notify that the effect has been successfully charged (see FIG. 8(e)). In addition, in the gauge charge effect, there are cases where the charge failure notification is shifted to the charge success notification in the middle of the charge failure notification. Of the gauge charge effect, the part until the charge failure notification or charge success notification is executed is the "development part" which is an example of the first section, and the part where the charge failure notification or charge success notification is executed is the second section. It becomes a "result part" which is an example of two sections.

As an example, the character challenge production can be configured as follows.
As shown in FIG. 9, during the period for accepting the operation of the first operation unit D1 (hereinafter referred to as the fifth acceptance period), the character string "Press the button repeatedly to drop the object!" A pattern simulating the part D1 is displayed, and an effect is executed to prompt the user to operate the first operation part D1 (see FIG. 9A). In the present embodiment, the fifth acceptance period is an example of the second operation valid period, and at least the operation of the first operation unit D1 is valid during the fifth acceptance period. Then, in the role object challenge production, when a successful fall notification capable of specifying a big hit is performed and when a failed fall notification capable of specifying a loss is performed according to the operation of the first operation unit D1 in the fifth acceptance period. And there is. As an example, the fall failure notification is performed in such a manner that the effect movable body EY is not displaced from the initial position, and the effect display device EH displays a character string "I'm sorry..." (Fig. 9(b) reference). As an example, the notification of successful fall is performed in such a manner that the effect movable body EY is displaced to the effect position and the character string "Success!!" is displayed on the effect display device EH (FIG. 9C). reference). In addition, the first operation unit D1 vibrates due to the operation of the vibration motor during execution of the successful drop notification.

As shown in FIG. 4, the pachinko game machine 10 of the present embodiment is equipped with an effect assisting function for assisting the operation of the operation means requested by the player when executing the operation effect. The effect assisting function is a function that advances the effect by assuming that the effect operation means (operation units D1 and D2 as an example) have been operated in a predetermined manner. Turning on the effect assisting function corresponds to setting the specific effect control for controlling the execution of the effect assuming that the effect operation means has been operated in a predetermined manner. do. The production assistance functions include, for example, an operation assistance function and a repeated hitting assistance function.

The operation assisting function is a function that can perform an operation effect by assuming that an operation unit has been operated even if the operation unit is not operated during the acceptance period for accepting operations of a certain operation unit. . When the operation assisting function is on, it is assumed that an operation unit has been operated even if it has not been operated during the acceptance period for accepting the operation of the operation unit. That is, even if a certain operation unit is not operated, the operation of the operation unit is accepted. Although the details will be described later, the pachinko gaming machine 10 is configured to be able to switch between on and off of the operation assistance function according to the player's operation. Turning on the operation assisting function corresponds to setting the control related to the automatic operation of the operation unit (hereinafter referred to as special control) to be executable, as an example of the specific effect control. Turning off the operation assistance function corresponds to not setting the special control to be executable, that is, canceling the setting of the special control. Special control is executed by the sub-control CPU 51 .

The continuous hit assist function is a function that can execute an operation effect while a certain operation unit is being operated, assuming that the operation unit is being operated at predetermined intervals. When the continuous hit assist function is on, it is assumed that a given operation unit is being repeatedly hit while the operation is being pressed for a long time. In other words, a plurality of short-press operations are accepted for a given operation unit just by long-pressing the operation unit. Turning on the repeated-hit assist function corresponds to enabling execution of control related to repeated-hit assistance of the operation unit (hereinafter referred to as special control), as an example of specific effect control. Turning off the repeated hitting assist function corresponds to not setting the special control to be executable, that is, canceling the setting of the special control. The special control is control for controlling the execution of an effect by assuming that the number of operations of an operation unit has increased while a certain operation unit is being operated. Special control is executed by the sub-control CPU 51 . In the present embodiment, the repeated hitting assist function is always on and is always operable. Therefore, when the operation assisting function is on, as a result of the repeated hitting assisting function operating in cooperation with the operating assisting function, it is assumed that a certain operating portion has been repeatedly hit even if the certain operating portion has not been operated. obtain.

Although the details will be described later, the operation of the operation assistance function is not restricted in the dialogue effect among the single-operation system effects, and the function can be used. On the other hand, in the cut-in effect and the chance effect, the operation of the operation assistance function is restricted, and the function cannot be used. Of the multi-operation effects, the gauge charge effect does not limit the operation of the operation assistance function, and the function can be used. On the other hand, in the accessory challenge presentation, the operation of the operation assistance function is restricted, and the function cannot be used. In the following description, among the operation effects, the effect in which the operation assisting function can be used may be referred to as an assisted effect, and the effect in which the operation assisting function cannot be used may be referred to as a non-assisted effect.

The control configuration regarding the operation presentation will be described in detail below.
First, control for switching on and off of the operation assistance function will be described.
In this embodiment, the setting of the operation assistance function can be performed during a part of the period during which the special game (effect game) is being executed and during the period during which the game is in the standby state. The standby state is a state in which no special game is being executed, any number of special reservations is zero, and the jackpot game is not being played.

A description will be given of control related to the setting of the operation assistance function in the standby state.
The sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not it has transitioned to the standby state. The transition to the standby state is not performed between the input of the opening command and the input of the ending command, and after the last input of the ending command or the change end command, without inputting the change start command. It can be determined by whether or not a set time has passed. The configuration is not limited to this, and the main control CPU 42 may specify whether or not the state has shifted to the standby state, and output to the sub-control CPU 51 a control command that can specify that the state has shifted to the standby state. When the sub-control CPU 51 shifts to the standby state, it starts the sixth acceptance period A for accepting the operation of the first operation unit D1.

As shown in FIG. 10, when the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an operation signal from the first operation unit D1 during the sixth reception period A, it controls the effect display device EH so as to display the customization menu. In the present embodiment, items that can be customized by the player (hereinafter referred to as customization items) include a plurality of items including setting of operation assisting functions. When the sub-control CPU 51 receives a short-press operation on the first operation unit D1 while the customization menu is being displayed, the sub-control CPU 51 switches the customization items to be changed. The sub-control CPU 51 detects that an operation signal is input from a certain operation unit and that the operation unit is short-pressed when the detection time from the start of the input to the end of the input is less than the specified time Lm. Identify. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the customization items whose settings are to be changed can be specified by emphasizing (displaying them with thick frames in the figure) the customization items whose settings are to be changed. do.

When the sub-control CPU 51 receives a long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1, it changes the setting of the customization item whose setting is to be changed every time a predetermined time elapses. When the sub-control CPU 51 receives an operation signal from a certain operation unit and the signal input time is equal to or longer than the specified time Lm, the sub-control CPU 51 identifies that the operation unit is long-pressed. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that the settings of the customization items can be specified by emphasizing (indicating arrows in the figure) the settings of the customization items. While the customization menu is being displayed, the sub-control CPU 51 confirms the setting contents of each customization item when a certain period of time elapses after the last operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 or when a variation start command is input. . The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to hide the customization menu.

In this way, the sub-control CPU 51 constitutes an example of setting means for setting the special control to be executable by operating the first operation section D1, which is the same as the first operation section D1 for performing operation effects. The first operation unit D1 is an example of setting operation means which can be operated by the player and is also used as the effect operation means. The sub-control CPU 51 can be set to be able to execute special control at least when it is in a standby state in which no variation game is being executed. Note that the sub-control CPU 51 may be set to be able to execute special control by operating the second operating section D2 different from the first operating section D1. A cross key) may be set to enable execution of special control. In addition, during the sixth reception period A, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control.

A description will be given of control related to the setting of the operation assistance function during execution of the variable game.
The sub-control CPU 51 performs a long press operation of the first operation unit D1 during a period (hereinafter referred to as a sixth reception period B) during which the ready-to-win effect is not being executed and is not the first to fifth reception periods. When accepted, the setting of the operation assistance function is switched. For example, the sub-control CPU 51 turns off the operation assistance function when the first operation unit D1 is pressed and held while the operation assistance function is on. The sub-control CPU 51 turns on the operation assistance function when the first operation unit D1 is pressed and held while the operation assistance function is off. In this way, the sub-control CPU 51 can set the special control to be executable during the variation game. In addition, during the sixth reception period B, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control.

The control for notifying the setting of the operation assistance function will be described.
As shown in FIG. 5, when the operation assistance function is on, the sub-control CPU 51 displays a setting icon Ig as information (image) that can specify that the operation assistance function is set to on. It controls the performance display device EH. The sub-control CPU 51 displays the setting icon Ig except for a predetermined regulation period when the operation assistance function is on. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as not to display the setting icon Ig when the operation assistance function is off. That is, the display of the setting icon Ig informs that the special control is set to be executable, while the non-display of the setting icon Ig informs that the special control is not set to be executable. Alternatively, when the operation assistance function is off, an icon that can identify that the operation assistance function is not set to on may be displayed. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as not to display the setting icon Ig during the regulation period even if the operation assistance function is on. As an example, the regulation period can be set to a period during which a variable game is being executed and a predetermined effect (SR effect as an example) is being executed. The configuration is not limited to this, and the setting icon Ig may be configured to be displayed only during each reception period from the first to the fifth, and may be displayed for a certain period of time (for example, two seconds) before the start of these reception periods. to the end of the operation period.

The sub-control CPU 51 controls the operation units D1 and D2 so that the built-in light emitter always emits light in the first color (white as an example) when the operation assisting function is off. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the operation units D1 and D2 so that the built-in luminous body always emits light in a second color different from the first color (yellow as an example) when the operation assistance function is on. do. Without being limited to this, the built-in luminous body may be turned off when the operation assistance function is off, and the built-in luminous body may be turned on when the operation assistance function is on. In other words, it is sufficient if it is possible to notify whether or not the special control is set to be executable by the lighting modes of the operation units D1 and D2. The setting notification of the operation assisting function by the emitted light color is not limited to the configuration performed by both the operation units D1 and D2, and may be performed by one of the operation units D1 and D2. may be configured such that none of the above is performed.

In the present embodiment, unlike the operation assistance function setting notification using the setting icon Ig, no regulation period is provided for the operation assistance function setting notification using the operation units D1 and D2. Therefore, when the operation assistance function is on, even if the setting icon Ig is not displayed on the effect display device EH, at least the operation assistance function setting notification using the operation units D1 and D2 is continued. Therefore, it is possible to prevent it from becoming difficult to identify whether the operation assistance function is on during the restriction period. In this embodiment, the effect display device EH that displays the setting icon Ig and the operation units D1 and D2 that incorporate light emitters constitute an example of notification means capable of giving a predetermined notification. When the effect display device EH, the first operation section D1, and the second operation section D2 are set to be able to execute the special control, notification that the special control is set to be executable is performed.

Next, the control for executing the operation presentation will be described.
First, the variation patterns prepared for the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described.
As shown in FIG. 11, the variation patterns selectable by the main control CPU 42 include variation patterns P01 to P10. In the figure, "loss" shown in the "type" column indicates a losing variation pattern, and "big hit" indicates a big winning variation pattern. In the figure, "○" shown in the column of "single operation system" and "multiple operation system" indicates that the corresponding operation effect can be executed, and "X" shows that the corresponding operation effect is executed. indicate not to

In the variation patterns P05 and P06, it is determined that the chance production is executed at the timing after the formation of the ready-to-win state. In the variation pattern P02, execution of a gauge charge effect, which ultimately results in a charge failure notification, is determined at a timing before reach formation. In the variation patterns P09 and P10, it is determined that a gauge charging effect, which is finally notified of successful charging, is executed at a timing before formation of the reach. In the variation pattern P07, it is determined that the performance of the role object challenge effect, which will eventually result in a fall failure notification, is performed at the timing after the formation of the reach. In the variation pattern P08, it is determined to execute a role object challenge effect, which is finally notified of a successful fall, at the timing after the formation of the reach. The dialogue effect and the cut-in effect can be executed when the variation patterns P01, P03 to P08 are determined.

Next, the control for executing the operation effect based on the variation pattern will be described.
When a variation start command is input, the sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute an operation performance and the type of operation performance to be executed based on a variation pattern that can be specified from the command. Specifically, when any one of the variation patterns P01, P03 to P08 is specified, the sub-control CPU 51 performs a lottery using a predetermined random number, thereby not executing dialogue production and cut-in production, and executing dialogue production. , or execution of a cut-in effect.

The sub-control CPU 51 determines execution of the chance effect when specifying any of the variation patterns P05 and P06. In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 determines the chance notification that can be executed when the second operation unit D2 is operated, from among the first chance notification and the second chance notification, by a performance lottery using a predetermined random number. . In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 performs the effect lottery so that the degree of expectation for the big hit increases in the order of first chance notification<second chance notification. In addition, in order to increase the expectation of a big hit for a certain production, the ratio of the "appearance rate at the time of the big hit" to the total appearance rate of the total appearance rate of the "appearance rate at the time of the big hit" and the "appearance rate at the time of losing" should be higher.

When the sub-control CPU 51 identifies the variation pattern P02, the sub-control CPU 51 decides to execute a gauge charge effect that eventually results in a charging failure notification. When the sub-control CPU 51 identifies one of the variation patterns P09 and P10, the sub-control CPU 51 decides to execute a gauge charge effect that eventually results in a successful charge notification. When the sub-control CPU 51 identifies the variation pattern P07, the sub-control CPU 51 decides to execute the performance of the role object challenge, which will eventually result in a fall failure notification. When the sub-control CPU 51 identifies the variation pattern P08, the sub-control CPU 51 decides to execute the performance of the role object challenge, which will eventually result in a successful fall notification.

Then, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the determined operation effect. Each type of operation presentation will be described in detail below.
I will explain the dialogue production.

When the sub-control CPU 51 has decided to execute a dialogue effect, when a predetermined timing is reached between the start of the effect game and the temporary stop display of the effect symbols of a specific symbol row, the second A first acceptance period, which is an example of one valid period, is started. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the first acceptance period. That is, the operation of the second operation unit D2 is invalid during the first acceptance period. When the operation assisting function is off, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so that when an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the first acceptance period, the dialogue is displayed at that time. . As described above, during the first receiving period, the first effect condition can be established by operating the first operation unit D1, and dialogue display, which is an example of the first special effect, is performed according to the establishment of the first effect condition. . When the operation assisting function is off, the sub-control CPU 51 sets the effect display device so as to notify the end when the first reception period elapses if no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the first reception period. Control EH.

On the other hand, when the operation assistance function is ON, the sub-control CPU 51 determines the operation timing when the first reception period and a certain period (for example, 1.5 seconds) have passed since the first reception period started. When an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 before the arrival of , the effect display device EH is controlled so as to display words at that time. In this case, the sub-control CPU 51 changes the setting of the operation assistance function to OFF. Further, when the operation assisting function is on, the sub-control CPU 51, during the first reception period, if no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 by the arrival of the operation timing, the sub-control CPU 51 receives the first It is assumed that the 1 operation unit D1 has been pressed for a short time, and the effect display device EH is controlled so as to display words at that time. Also, the sub-control CPU 51 terminates the first acceptance period. In this manner, the special control can be executed during the first acceptance period, and it can be assumed that at least the first operation unit D1 has been operated by the execution of the special control. When the dialogue display is performed, the dialogue display is finished until the performance symbols of the specific symbol row are temporarily stopped and displayed.

The cut-in effect will be explained.
When the sub-control CPU 51 has decided to execute a cut-in effect, when a predetermined timing is reached between the start of the effect game and the temporary stop display of the effect symbols of the specific symbol row, A second acceptance period, which is an example of the first valid period, is started. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the second acceptance period. That is, the operation of the second operation unit D2 is invalid during the second acceptance period. When the operation assisting function is off, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to perform cut-in at the time when the operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the second reception period. . Incidentally, the cut-in is finished until the performance symbols of the specific symbol row are temporarily stopped and displayed. Thus, during the second reception period, the first effect condition can be established by operating the first operation unit D1, and a cut-in, which is an example of the first special effect, is performed in response to the establishment of the first effect condition. will be When the operation assisting function is off, the sub-control CPU 51 sets the effect display device so as to notify the end when the second reception period elapses if no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the second reception period. Control EH.

On the other hand, when the operation assisting function is ON, the sub-control CPU 51 performs cut-in when an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the second acceptance period until the operation timing arrives. The effect display device EH is controlled as follows. However, even when the operation assisting function is on, the sub-control CPU 51 inputs the operation signal from the first operation unit D1 during the second acceptance period and until the operation timing arrives. When there is no cut-in, the performance display device EH is controlled so as not to perform cut-in at the time when the operation timing arrives without considering that the first operation part D1 has been operated. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control during the second acceptance period even if the operation assistance function is set to ON. During the second acceptance period, as a result of restricting execution of the special control, activation of the operation assisting function is restricted. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to perform a cut-in when receiving a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 even after the activation timing has elapsed. Thus, in order to develop the cut-in effect, it is necessary to actually operate the first operation unit D1 regardless of whether the operation assistance function is on or off. In this way, even during the "first operation valid period" during which an effect can be executed in which it is possible to recognize that the operation of the first operating means is valid, when the special condition is satisfied, the execution of all the special control is not performed. Limited. That is, the special condition in the present embodiment is satisfied by being the second acceptance period for the cut-in effect. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 does not change the setting of the operation assisting function to off and keeps it on even if the operation signal is input from the operation units D1 and D2 at any timing during the second acceptance period.

Explain the chance production.
When the sub-control CPU 51 decides to execute the chance performance, when the predetermined timing comes between the start of the SR performance and the end of the SR performance, it is an example of the second effective period. Start the third acceptance period. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the third acceptance period. That is, the operation of the first operation unit D1 is invalid during the third acceptance period. When the operation assisting function is off, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to notify the chance at the time when the operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the third acceptance period. . Thus, during the third reception period, the second effect condition can be established by operating the second operation unit D2, and the chance notification, which is an example of the second special effect, is performed in response to the establishment of the second effect condition. will be Here, the sub-control CPU 51 executes the chance notification determined when the variation start command is input. The chance notification is terminated until the symbol combination of the big win or the winning combination is temporarily stopped and displayed. In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 does not perform the chance notification when the third reception period elapses and performs the end notification without inputting the operation signal from the second operation unit D2 during the third reception period. Control EH.

On the other hand, when the operation assisting function is ON, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to perform the chance notification at the time when the operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the third acceptance period. . However, the sub-control CPU 51, when the operation assisting function is ON, even if the operation timing arrives without inputting the operation signal from the second operation unit D2 during the third reception period, the second operation assistance function is activated at that time. The performance display device EH is controlled so as not to perform the chance notification without considering that the operation part D2 has been operated. In other words, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control even if the operation assistance function is set to ON during the third acceptance period. In the third acceptance period, the operation of the operation assisting function is restricted as a result of restricting the execution of the special control. Therefore, in order to develop the chance presentation, it is necessary to actually operate the second operation unit D2 regardless of whether the operation assisting function is on or off. In this way, during the third acceptance period, the execution of all special controls is restricted, so that at least the second operation unit D2 is not considered to have been operated. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 does not change the setting of the operation assisting function to off and keeps it on even if the operation signal is input from the operation units D1 and D2 at any timing during the third acceptance period.

The gauge charge effect will be explained.
When the sub-control CPU 51 has determined to execute the gauge charge effect, when a predetermined timing set between the start of the SR effect and the end of the SR effect arrives, the first operation valid period is an example. Start a certain fourth acceptance period. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the fourth acceptance period. That is, the operation of the second operation unit D2 is invalid during the fourth acceptance period.

First, a case where the operation assisting function is off will be described.
The sub-control CPU 51 accepts the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 when the first operation unit D1 is short-pressed during the fourth acceptance period. When the sub-control CPU 51 accepts the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1, it performs a change lottery using a predetermined random number, and determines whether or not to change the display mode of the gauge Ge toward the final stage. When the sub-control CPU 51 decides to change the display mode of the gauge Ge, it changes the color tone of one square in the gauge Ge, and controls the effect display device EH so that the display mode of the gauge Ge changes toward the final stage. to control. In the present embodiment, determining to change the display mode of the gauge Ge corresponds to satisfying the first condition. The first condition is not limited to this. The configuration may be such that it is established when the variation lottery is won.

The sub-control CPU 51 repeats the above control every time it receives a short press operation of the first operation unit D1. In the following description, a series of controls performed each time a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted may be referred to as "first unit control". The sub-control CPU 51 does not determine the change to the final stage when the variation pattern P02 is specified and the display mode of the gauge Ge is changed up to the stage immediately preceding the final stage. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 51 can determine the change to the final stage when either of the variation patterns P09 and P10 is specified. Thus, during the fourth acceptance period, the first condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by increasing the number of operations of the first operation unit D1. is expanded. In the present embodiment, the effect of displaying the gauge Ge is an example of a specific effect. An example of a performance.

Here, assuming that the gauge Ge can be changed in all five stages from the initial stage (initial mode) to the final stage (final mode), it can be changed to the final stage by short-pressing five times at the lowest time. . The “minimum number of short press operations” required to change the gauge Ge to the final stage, which is an example of the specific effect, is an example of the specific number of times. That is, the number of times of operation when the gauge Ge, which is an example of the specific effect, changes to the final stage may be the specific number of times. In addition, the specific number of times is not limited to this, and may be the "average number of short press operations" required to change the gauge Ge, which is an example of a specific effect, to the final stage, and the gauge Ge changes to the final stage. The expected value may be 1 or the "maximum number of short press operations" that can be equated with 1. Thus, the specific number of times is two or more times.

The sub-control CPU 51 accepts the long-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1 when the first operating unit D1 is long-pressed during the fourth acceptance period. The sub-control CPU 51 executes special control when receiving a long press operation on the first operation unit D1. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 activates the repeated hitting assist function. Specifically, the sub-control CPU 51 assumes that the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is repeated at predetermined operation intervals It while the long-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is being performed. Then, the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted at each operation interval It. Preferably, the operation interval It is the shortest operation interval assumed based on the amount of operation until the operation of the first operation unit D1 is detected, assuming that the first operation unit D1 is actually hit repeatedly. set to a longer time than More preferably, the operation interval It is set longer than the expected operation interval when a standard player repeatedly hits the first operation unit D1. In addition, the length of the operation interval It and the probability of change of the gauge Ge when accepting the short-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1 are such that the first operating unit D1 is long for at least Sx% of the fourth accepting period. It is preferable that the display mode of the gauge Ge is set so as to reach the final stage if the push operation is performed. In the present embodiment, as an example, Sx% is set to 50%, but the present invention is not limited to this, and may be greater than 50% and less than 100%, or greater than 0% and less than 50%. good too.

The sub-control CPU 51 assumes that the short-pressing operation is repeated, and each time the short-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1 is accepted, it is the same as when the first operating unit D1 is actually short-pressed. Execute the first unit control as follows. Note that even if the sub-control CPU 51 accepts one or more short-press operations of the first operation unit D1 during the fourth acceptance period, when the long-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted thereafter, , to perform special control. In other words, the repeated hitting assist function can be activated without being restricted by whether or not the player repeatedly hits the first operation unit D1. In this way, during the fourth reception period, the sub-control CPU 51 can execute special control based on the long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1.

If any of the variation patterns P09 and P10 is specified, the sub-control CPU 51 will actually operate the first operation unit D1 repeatedly by short pressing, and when the first operation unit D1 is operated by special control. Even when it is assumed that the short-press operation is repeatedly performed, the change lottery can be executed with the same probability of winning, and the change to the final stage can be determined. Therefore, in the fourth reception period (first operation effective period), the specific effect can change to the final mode regardless of whether the special control is executed or the special control is executed. Also, the speed at which the display mode of the gauge Ge changes can be the same or substantially the same.

Then, when the sub-control CPU 51 specifies the variation pattern P04, when the fourth reception period elapses, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH to perform charging failure notification. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH to perform charging success notification when either of the variation patterns P09 and P10 is specified and the fourth reception period elapses. Incidentally, when the display mode of the gauge Ge has not reached the final stage when the fourth acceptance period has elapsed, the sub-control CPU 51 starts notifying the charge failure and then regenerately notifies the charge success from the middle. Controls the effect display device EH as follows.

Here, even if an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the fourth reception period, the sub-control CPU 51 continues to send the operation signal without interruption from before the start of the fourth reception period. Do not perform special controls when typing. That is, when the first operation unit D1 is pressed and held for a long time before the start of the fourth reception period, the execution of the special control after the start of the fourth reception period is restricted, and as a result, the repeated hit assist function is not operated. Limited. The sub-control CPU 51 cancels the restriction on the special control (restriction on the continuous hit assist function) when no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the fourth acceptance period. Therefore, when the sub-control CPU 51 starts inputting the operation signal again from the first operation unit D1 after the start of the fourth reception period, the special control can be executed based on the reception of the long press operation. As described above, in the present embodiment, execution of the special control is restricted when the specific condition is satisfied even during the fourth reception period (first operation valid period). In the present embodiment, the specific condition is satisfied by operating the operation unit before the start of the fourth acceptance period. Further, the specific condition is, as an example, from before the start of the fourth reception period (first operation effective period), when the first operation unit D1 is being operated, at least until the operation of the first operation unit D1 is completed. holds for a period of

Next, a description will be given of the difference between when the operation assisting function is on and when the operation assisting function is off.
The sub-control CPU 51 starts special control when the operation timing arrives without inputting an operation signal from the first operation unit D1 during the fourth acceptance period. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 activates the operation assistance function. Specifically, on the condition that no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1, the sub-control CPU 51 assumes that the first operation unit D1 is being pressed for a long time, and performs the special control described above. Execute. As a result, the sub-control CPU 51 receives a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 at each operation interval It, and executes the first unit control. Therefore, in the effect display device EH, the gauge charge effect is developed even if the first operation unit D1 is not operated at all.

The sub-control CPU 51 changes the setting of the operation assist function to off when an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the fourth reception period, regardless of whether or not the operation timing has elapsed. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 cancels the state in which the special control is set to be executable. Since the setting of the operation assist function is changed to OFF, the sub-control CPU 51 no longer considers that the first operation unit D1 has been operated when no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1. Therefore, in order to develop the gauge charge effect, it is necessary to repeatedly operate the first operation unit D1 to increase the number of operations, or to activate the repeated hitting assist function by long-pressing.

Description will be given of the performance of the character challenge.
When the sub-control CPU 51 has decided to execute the role object challenge effect, when a predetermined timing set between the start of the SR effect and the end of the SR effect arrives, an example of the second operation effective period starts the fifth acceptance period. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the fifth acceptance period. That is, the operation of the second operation unit D2 is invalid during the fifth acceptance period.

First, a case where the operation assisting function is off will be described.
The sub-control CPU 51 receives a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 during the fifth reception period, performs a role lottery using a predetermined random number, and determines whether or not to displace the production movable body EY to the production position. decide. In this embodiment, winning the accessory lottery corresponds to fulfilling the second condition. When the sub-control CPU 51 decides to displace the effect movable body EY to the effect position, it controls the effect display device EH and the effect movable body EY so as to notify the successful fall at that time. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the vibration motor so that the first operation unit D1 vibrates during execution of the successful drop notification. On the other hand, when the sub-control CPU 51 decides not to displace the effect movable body EY to the effect position, it controls the effect display device EH and the effect movable body EY so as not to notify the successful fall. In this case, the sub-control CPU 51 does not vibrate the first operation unit D1. The sub-control CPU 51 repeats the above control every time it receives a short press operation of the first operation unit D1. In the following description, a series of controls performed each time a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted may be referred to as "second unit control". The sub-control CPU 51 always determines not to displace the effect movable body EY to the effect position when specifying the variation pattern P07. The sub-control CPU 51 can determine to displace the effect movable body EY to the effect position when specifying the variation pattern P08.

As described above, during the fifth acceptance period, the second condition can be established by operating the first operation unit D1, and the effect display device EH and the effect movable body EY notify the success of the fall in accordance with the establishment of the second condition. executed. In the present embodiment, the notification of success in falling is an example of the second effect in the accessory challenge effect. Here, the probability of winning the accessory lottery described above increases as the number of short-press operations accepted on the first operation unit D1 increases, and becomes 100% when the number of times is four, which is an example of the predetermined number of times. . That is, in the role object challenge effect, the effect movable body EY is always displaced to the effect position when the short press operation is performed a predetermined number of times on the condition that the variation pattern P08 is specified. Thus, in the fifth acceptance period, the second condition can be satisfied by a smaller number of operations than the specific number of times (eg, five times described above).

The sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control even if the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted during the fifth acceptance period. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 is restricted from executing the special control, thereby not activating the repeated hitting assist function. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 does not consider that the short-press operation is repeated at the operation interval It while the long-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is being performed, and the sub-control CPU 51 presses the first operation unit D1 at each operation interval It. Short press operation of D1 is not accepted. After that, when the variation pattern P07 is specified, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH and the effect movable body EY so as to perform fall failure notification when the fifth reception period elapses. When the sub-control CPU 51 specifies the variation pattern P08 and does not notify the success of the fall by the time the fifth reception period elapses, the sub-control CPU 51 starts the failure of the fall notification, and then regenerates from the middle. The effect display device EH and the effect movable body EY are controlled so as to notify the success of the fall. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the vibration motor so that the first operation unit D1 vibrates during execution of the successful drop notification.

Here, the sub-control CPU 51, in addition to the case where the operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the fifth acceptance period, and the case where the input is continued without interruption from before the start of the fifth acceptance period Do not perform any special control, either. That is, even if the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed before the start of the fifth reception period, the execution of the special control after the start of the fifth reception period is restricted, and as a result, the continuous-hit assist function is not activated. Limited. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 does not release the restriction of the special control (restriction of the repeated hitting assist function) even if the operation signal is no longer input from the first operation unit D1 during the fifth acceptance period. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 51 cannot execute the special control even if the operation signal is input again from the first operation unit D1 after the start of the fifth acceptance period. As described above, during the fifth acceptance period (second operation valid period), the execution of the special control is restricted even if the first operation unit D1 is operated, for example, before the start of the fifth acceptance period. More specifically, all of the special controls are restricted.

Next, a case where the operation assistance function is on will be described.
The sub-control CPU 51 does not start the special control even if the operation timing arrives without inputting the operation signal from the first operation unit D1 during the fifth acceptance period. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 does not operate the operation assist function. In this way, during the fifth acceptance period, the execution of the special control is restricted, and as a result, the operation of the operation assistance function is restricted. Therefore, in order to develop the fall challenge effect, whether the operation assist function is on or off, the first operation unit D1 is actually short-pressed a plurality of times to increase the number of operations. There is a need. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 does not change the setting of the operation assisting function to off and keeps it on even if the operation signal is input from the operation units D1 and D2 at any timing during the fifth acceptance period.

An example of a specific execution mode of the gauge charge effect will be described below.
FIG. 12 shows a situation in which the first operation unit D1 is actually hit repeatedly during the fourth acceptance period. After the variable game is started at time T10, a fourth accepting period is set from time T11 to time T13. At each of time points T12a to T12h, when the first operation unit D1 is pressed for a short time, it is accepted as a short press operation for the first operation unit D1. Then, when it is decided to change the display mode of the gauge Ge based on the reception of the short press operation of the first operation unit D1, the effect display device EH changes the display mode of the gauge Ge by 1 toward the final stage. changed step by step. After that, when the time point T13 has passed, the fourth acceptance period ends, and the effect display device EH, as an example, notifies of successful charging.

FIG. 13 shows a situation in which the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed after the start of the fourth acceptance period, and special control is executed. After the variable game is started at time T20, a fourth acceptance period is set from time T21 to time T24. Assume that the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed from time T22 to time T24 after the start of the fourth acceptance period. In this case, while the first operation unit D1 is being long-pressed, the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted at each operation interval It (time points T23a to T23e). Then, when it is decided to change the display mode of the gauge Ge based on the reception of the short press operation of the first operation unit D1, the effect display device EH changes the display mode of the gauge Ge by 1 toward the final stage. changed step by step. After that, when the time point T24 has passed, the fourth acceptance period ends, and the effect display device EH, as an example, notifies of successful charging.

FIG. 14 shows a situation in which the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed before the start of the fourth reception period, and the operation of the continuous-hit assistance function is restricted.
After the variable game is started at time T30, a fourth acceptance period is set from time T31 to time T36. However, since the first operation unit D1 has been long-pressed before the start of the fourth acceptance period, execution of the special control is restricted while the long-press operation is continued (time points T32 to T33). That is, the operation of the repeated hitting assist function is restricted. Therefore, even if the first operation unit D1 is pressed for a long time, it is not accepted as a short press operation for the first operation unit D1, and the display mode of the gauge Ge does not change toward the final stage. At time T33, the operation of the first operation unit D1 is terminated, and when the first operation unit D1 is again long-pressed from time T34, the special control execution restriction is lifted. In other words, it is possible to operate the repeated hitting assist function. Therefore, while the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 is being performed, it is accepted as the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 (time points T35a and T35b). Then, it can be decided to change the display mode of the gauge Ge based on the acceptance of the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1.

Effects of the first embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, even during the first operation valid period (for example, the fourth acceptance period), when the specific condition is satisfied, execution of the special control is restricted. During the period, it is possible to create a situation in which the operating means (as an example, the first operating unit D1) is actively operated. Therefore, it is possible to sharpen the effect using the operation means and improve the interest of the player.

(2) In general, when the player operates the operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example) without paying attention to whether or not it is the first operation valid period (the fourth acceptance period as an example). However, if the special control is executed even in such a case, the specific effect may change against the intention of the player. According to the configuration of this embodiment, when the operation means is operated before the first operation effective period starts, such a problem can be preferably solved by restricting the execution of the special control.

(3) According to the present embodiment, even if the operation means (the first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated before the second operation valid period (the fifth acceptance period as an example) starts, execution of the special control is prohibited. can be restricted. Therefore, the second operation effective period can be made reliable as a period for operating the operation means so as to satisfy the second condition, and the second effect can be enjoyed.

(4) According to the present embodiment, execution of special control is differentiated between the first operation valid period (fourth acceptance period as an example) and the second operation valid period (fifth acceptance period as an example). be able to. Therefore, it is possible to make the feature of each operation valid period stand out and improve the interest of the player.

(5) According to the present embodiment, regardless of whether or not the special control is used, the specific effect (gauge Ge as an example) can be brought to the final mode. Therefore, both the player who uses the special control and the player who does not use the special control can visually recognize the change process of the specific effect, thereby improving the interest of the player.

(6) According to the present embodiment, as for the first operation means (the first operation part D1 as an example), the way of enjoying is to operate the first operation means to execute the first special effect (display the dialogue as an example). In addition, it is possible to provide a way of enjoying the first special effect without operating the first operating means, thereby enhancing the interest of the player. As for the second operation means (second operation unit D2 as an example), the second special effect (chance notification as an example) is not executed unless the player actively operates the second effect condition to establish the second effect condition. Therefore, it is possible to enhance the player's desire to participate in the game and improve the interest of the player in a well-balanced manner.

(7) According to the present embodiment, even during the first effective period (the second reception period as an example), when the special condition is satisfied, the execution of the special control is restricted. , a situation can be created in which the first operation means (as an example, the first operation unit D1) is actively operated. Therefore, it is possible to sharpen the effect using the operation means and improve the interest of the player.

(8) According to the present embodiment, the second operation means (the second operation section D2) is actively operated, and the second special effect (an example) triggered by the operation of the second operation means (chance notification) includes a vibration effect for vibrating the second operation means, so that the player can easily notice the vibration effect, and the interest of the player can be preferably improved.

(9) According to the present embodiment, it is possible to set whether special control is to be performed in the standby state. Therefore, it is possible to set the presence or absence of special control according to the taste of the player, and enjoy various operation effects.

(10) According to the present embodiment, it is possible to set the presence or absence of special control during execution of the variable game. Therefore, it is possible to set the presence or absence of special control according to the taste of the player, and enjoy various operation effects.

(11) According to the present embodiment, it is possible to easily confirm the presence or absence of special control based on the notification by the notification means (as one example, the effect display device EH and the operation units D1 and D2). Therefore, it is possible to easily grasp whether or not the first operating means must be operated during the first effective period, and to prepare the player to operate the first operating means.

(12) According to the present embodiment, during the first operation valid period (for example, the fourth acceptance period), when the operation assist function is activated, the repeated hit assist function is activated at the same time. Therefore, convenience for the player can be favorably enhanced.

(13) According to the present embodiment, when the operation assistance function is on, during the acceptance period during which the operation of the operation assistance function (execution of the special control) is restricted, even if the operation unit is operated, the operation assistance function will not be activated. While not resetting off, during the acceptance period in which the operation of the operation assistance function (execution of special control) is not restricted, when the operation unit is operated, the operation assistance function is reset to off. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the operation assisting function from being reset in accordance with the operation of the operation part even during the reception period in which the performance cannot be progressed unless the operation part is operated, thereby reducing the convenience of the player.

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

In the first embodiment, the role object challenge effect is executed based on the operation of the first operation unit D1, whereas in the present embodiment, the role object challenge effect is executed based on the operation of the second operation unit D2. It differs in that it is configured to In the present embodiment, the control executed by the sub-control CPU 51 for executing the role object challenge effect is to replace the first operation section D1 with the second operation section D2 with respect to the control details described in the first embodiment, Since the second operation section D2 is read as the first operation section D1, detailed description thereof will be omitted.

The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute an effect prompting the user to operate the second operation unit D2 during the fifth acceptance period. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as not to execute the effect prompting the operation of the first operation unit D1. When the sub-control CPU 51 receives a short press operation of the second operation unit D2 during the fifth reception period, it performs a drop lottery to determine whether or not to execute a successful fall effect, and to execute the successful fall effect. Then, the effect display device EH and the effect movable body EY are controlled so as to execute the successful fall notification. Also, during the execution of the successful fall notification, the sub-control CPU 51 vibrates the effect motor and vibrates the second operation unit D2. In other words, the vibration effect of vibrating the second operation unit D2 is executed. On the other hand, during the fifth reception period, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control even if the operation assistance function is set to ON, and executes special control even if the long press operation of the second operation unit D2 is received. do not. That is, during the fifth acceptance period, the special control and the execution of the special control are restricted, and the operations of the operation assisting function and the repeated hitting assisting function are restricted. Further, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute special control as long as the long-press operation continues even when the second operation unit D2 has been long-pressed before the start of the fifth acceptance period.

Effects of the second embodiment will be described. In the following description, the description of the same effects as those of the already described embodiment will be omitted.
(1) According to the present embodiment, the first operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated many times to increase the number of operations, thereby changing the mode of the specific effect. In addition to the way of enjoying by making the game, the way of enjoying by changing the mode of the specific performance can be provided without operating the first operation means many times, and the interest of the player can be improved. As for the second operating means (for example, the second operating section D2), the player must positively operate the second condition by himself/herself to satisfy the second condition. It can improve the interest of people.

(2) According to the present embodiment, even if the second operation means (the second operation unit D2 as an example) is operated before the second operation effective period (the fifth acceptance period as an example) starts, the special control is performed. execution can be restricted. Therefore, the second operation valid period can be made reliable as a period for operating the second operation means so as to satisfy the second condition, and the second effect can be enjoyed.

(3) According to the present embodiment, the second operation means (as an example, the second operation section D2) is actively operated, and the second effect is triggered by the operation of the second operation means. includes a vibration presentation for vibrating the second operating means. Therefore, it is easy to make the player aware of the vibration effect, and the interest of the player can be favorably improved.

(Third Embodiment)
A third embodiment of a pachinko game machine will be described.
The present embodiment differs from the second embodiment in that the operations of the operation assisting function and the repeated hitting assisting function are not restricted during the fifth acceptance period. Specifically, when the operation assist function is ON, the sub-control CPU 51 starts special control when the operation timing arrives without inputting an operation signal from the second operation unit D2 during the fifth acceptance period. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 activates the operation assistance function. In this case, the sub-control CPU 51 assumes that the second operation unit D2 is being pressed for a long time, and executes the special control described above. As a result, the sub-control CPU 51 accepts the short press operation of the second operation unit D2 at each operation interval It. Therefore, in the effect display device EH, the character challenge effect is developed without operating the second operation unit D2.

Further, the sub-control CPU 51 executes special control when the second operation unit D2 is long-pressed. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 assumes that the short-press operation of the second operation unit D2 is repeated at the predetermined operation interval It while the long-press operation of the second operation unit D2 is being performed, A short press operation of the second operation unit D2 is accepted at each operation interval It, and the above-mentioned accessory lottery is performed. Further, even if the sub-control CPU 51 is inputting an operation signal from the second operation unit D2 during the fifth reception period, the input is continued without interruption from before the start of the fifth reception period. At this time, it is assumed that the predetermined condition is established, and the special control is not executed. That is, execution of special control is restricted. The predetermined condition is satisfied at least until the operation of the second operation unit D2 is finished while the second operation unit D2 is being operated from before the start of the fifth acceptance period.

The sub-control CPU 51 changes the setting of the operation assist function to off when an operation signal is input from the operation units D1 and D2 during the fifth acceptance period, regardless of whether or not the operation timing has elapsed. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 cancels the state in which the special control is set to be executable. Since the setting of the operation assistance function is changed to OFF, the sub-control CPU 51 no longer considers that the second operation unit D2 has been operated even if the operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2. Therefore, in order to develop the role object challenge effect, it is necessary to repeatedly operate the second operation unit D2 to increase the number of operations, or to activate the repeated hitting assist function by long-pressing the second operation unit D2.

In this embodiment, the fourth acceptance period is an example of the first operation valid period, and the fifth acceptance period is an example of the second operation valid period. In the fourth acceptance period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that the number of operations of at least the first operation unit D1 has increased due to the execution of the special control. Further, during the fifth reception period, special control can be executed, and at least one of the first operation unit D1 and the second operation unit D2 (as an example, the second operation unit D2) is operated by the execution of the special control. It can be considered that the number of times has increased.

Effects of the third embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, the first operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated many times to increase the number of operations, thereby changing the mode of the specific effect. In addition to the way of enjoying by making the game, the way of enjoying by changing the mode of the specific performance can be provided without operating the first operation means many times, and the interest of the player can be improved. The special control is also enabled for the second operation means (the second operation unit D2 as an example). Therefore, the desire to participate in the game can be increased appropriately, and the interest of the player can be improved in a well-balanced manner.

(2) According to the present embodiment, even during the first operation valid period (for example, the fourth reception period), when the specific condition is satisfied, execution of the special control is restricted. During the period, it is possible to create a situation in which the first operating means is actively operated. Therefore, it is possible to sharpen the performance using the first operating means and improve the interest of the player. As for the second operation unit D2, when a predetermined condition is satisfied, the same effect can be obtained with respect to the second operation effective period (eg, the fifth acceptance period). Note that, as described above, the specific condition is met, for example, when the first operation unit D1 is being pressed for a long time before the start of the fourth acceptance period.

(3) In general, the player may operate the first operation means (the first operation section D1 as an example) without paying attention to whether or not the operation valid period has expired. If the special control is executed up to this point, the specific effect may change against the intention of the player. According to the configuration of the present embodiment, when the first operation means is operated before the first operation effective period (eg, the fourth acceptance period) starts, the execution of the special control is restricted, thereby problem can be solved appropriately. The second operation means (second operation unit D2 as an example) also has a similar effect for the second operation valid period (fifth acceptance period as an example) when a predetermined condition is satisfied.

(Fourth embodiment)
A fourth embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below.
This embodiment differs from each of the above-described embodiments in that the operations of the operation assist function and the continuous-hit assist function are not restricted during the third acceptance period.

When the operation assistance function is ON, the sub-control CPU 51 executes special control when the operation timing arrives without inputting an operation signal from the second operation unit D2 during the third acceptance period. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 activates the operation assistance function. Specifically, the sub-control CPU 51 assumes that the second operation unit D2 has been pressed for a short time even if no operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2. Therefore, in the effect display device EH, any chance notification is executed without operating the second operation unit D2. It should be noted that the sub-control CPU 51 changes the setting of the operation assist function to OFF when an operation signal is input from the operation units D1 and D2 during the third reception period, regardless of whether or not the operation timing has elapsed. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 cancels the state in which the special control is set to be executable.

In this embodiment, the first acceptance period is an example of the first effective period, and the third acceptance period is an example of the second effective period. During the first acceptance period, special control can be executed, and it can be assumed that at least the first operation unit D1 has been operated by executing the special control. Further, during the third reception period, special control can be executed, and at least one of the first operation unit D1 and the second operation unit D2 (as an example, the second operation unit D2) is operated by the execution of the special control. It can be regarded as what has been done.

Effects of the fourth embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, as for the first operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example), the way of enjoying is to operate the first operation means to execute the first special effect (display of dialogue as an example). In addition, it is possible to provide a way of enjoying the first special effect without operating the first operating means, thereby enhancing the interest of the player. Special control is enabled for the second operation means (second operation unit D2 as an example), and the second special effect (chance notification as an example) can be similarly provided with a plurality of ways of enjoyment. Therefore, the desire to participate in the game can be increased appropriately, and the interest of the player can be improved in a well-balanced manner.

(2) According to the present embodiment, even during the first valid period, the execution of the special control is restricted when the special condition is satisfied. It is possible to create a situation in which (as an example, the first operation unit D1) is operated. Therefore, it is possible to sharpen the effect using the operation means and improve the interest of the player.

(Fifth embodiment)
A fifth embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below.
In this embodiment, in each of the first to fifth reception periods, in addition to the operation of one of the operation units D1 and D2, the operation of the other operation unit is also validated. different from each embodiment described above. Although the configuration combined with the first embodiment will be described below, it can also be implemented in combination with other embodiments. In this case, the first operation section D1 and the second operation section D2 should be appropriately replaced to execute the control described below.

The sub-control CPU 51, in the first reception period, the second reception period, the fourth reception period, and the fifth reception period, in addition to when the first operation unit D1 is short-pressed, A push operation is also accepted as a short push operation of the first operation unit D1. The sub-control CPU 51 determines that, in the first reception period, the second reception period, the fourth reception period, and the fifth reception period, in addition to the long press operation of the first operation unit D1, the second operation unit D2 is held for a long time. A push operation is also accepted as a long push operation of the first operation unit D1. Therefore, in the fourth acceptance period and the fifth acceptance period, the sub-control CPU 51 determines when only the first operation unit D1 is being long-pressed, when only the second operation unit D2 is being long-pressed, and when only the second operation unit D2 is being long-pressed. The special control can be executed even when both of the parts D1 and D2 are long-pressed. That is, in the present embodiment, the continuous-hit assist function is activated by only the long-pressing operation of the first operating portion D1, only the long-pressing operation of the second operating portion D2, or the long-pressing operation of both the operating portions D1 and D2. obtain.

In addition, during the third reception period, the sub-control CPU 51 also controls the second operation unit D2 when the first operation unit D1 is short-pressed in addition to when the second operation unit D2 is short-pressed. is accepted as a short press operation. The sub-control CPU 51 controls the length of the second operation unit D2 during the long-press operation of the first operation unit D1 in addition to the long-press operation of the second operation unit D2 during the third acceptance period. Accepted as a push operation. In other words, the sub-control CPU 51 can assume that at least the first operation unit D1 has been operated by executing the special control during the second effective period (eg, the third acceptance period). Not limited to this, the sub-control CPU 51 distinguishes both when the first operation unit D1 is operated and when the second operation unit D2 is operated in each of the first to fifth reception periods. Alternatively, the operation may be simply accepted as a short-press operation or a long-press operation, and various operation effects may be executed based on the acceptance result of the operation.

As described above, in the present embodiment, the first operation effective period is regarded simply as the period during which the operation of the first operation unit D1 is effective, and the second operation effective period is simply regarded as the period during which the operation of the second operation unit D2 is effective. In this case, it can be grasped that an overlap period in which both operation valid periods overlap with each other may occur. Then, in this overlapping period, in addition to the first operating means (first operating section D1 as an example), the second operating means (second operating section It can be said that the first condition can be satisfied by the operation of D2). In the second operation effective period referred to here, it can be assumed that at least the number of operations of the first operation unit D1 has increased due to the execution of the special control.

Further, during the first reception period, the second reception period, the fourth reception period, and the fifth reception period, an effect prompting the user to operate the first operation unit D1 as described above is executed, while the operation of the second operation unit D2 is performed. The effect that prompts the operation is not executed. In other words, during these reception periods, even if it is an overlapping period, an effect can be executed in which it is possible to recognize that the operation of the first operation unit D1 is valid, while the operation of the second operation unit D2 is valid. A recognizable effect is not executed. In addition, during the third acceptance period, the effect prompting the user to operate the second operation unit D2 is executed, but the effect prompting the user to operate the first operation unit D1 is not executed.

An example of a specific execution mode of the gauge charge effect will be described below.
FIG. 15 shows a situation in which the first operation unit D1 and the second operation unit D2 are actually repeatedly hit during the fourth acceptance period. After the variable game is started at time T40, a fourth accepting period is set from time T41 to time T43. At time points T42a to T42h, when the first operation unit D1 or the second operation unit D2 is short-pressed, the first operation unit D1 or D2 is operated regardless of which of the operation units D1 and D2 is used for the short-press operation. It is accepted as a short press operation of the operation unit D1. Then, the display mode of the gauge Ge can be changed based on acceptance of the short-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1.

FIG. 16 shows a situation in which the second operation unit D2 is long-pressed after the start of the fourth reception period, and the continuous-hit assistance function is activated. After the variable game is started at time T50, a fourth acceptance period is set from time T51 to time T54. Here, it is assumed that the second operation unit D2 has been long-pressed from time T52 to time T54 after the start of the fourth acceptance period. In this case, while the second operating portion D2 is being pressed for a long time, it is accepted as a short pressing operation for the first operating portion D1 at each operation interval It (time points T53a to T53e). Then, the display mode of the gauge Ge can be changed based on acceptance of the short-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1.

FIG. 17 shows a situation in which the second operation unit D2 is long-pressed before the start of the fourth acceptance period, and the operation of the continuous-hit assistance function is restricted. After the variable game is started at time T60, a fourth reception period is set from time T61 to time T66. However, since the second operation unit D2 has been long-pressed before the start of the fourth acceptance period, execution of the special control is restricted while the long-press operation is continued (time points T62 to T63). At time T63, the operation of the second operation unit D2 is terminated, and when the second operation unit D2 is pressed again from time T64, the special control execution restriction is lifted. Therefore, while the long press operation of the second operation unit D2 is being performed, it is accepted as the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 (time points T65a and T65b). Then, the display mode of the gauge Ge can be changed based on acceptance of the short-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1.

In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 performs a long-pressing operation on one of the operation units D1 and D2 before the start of the fourth acceptance period, and the execution of special control based on the long-pressing operation is restricted. However, when the other long-pressing operation is started, special control based on the long-pressing operation can be executed. In addition, the sub-control CPU 51, when long-pressing operations of both operation units D1 and D2 are performed before the start of the fourth acceptance period and execution of special control based on these long-pressing operations is restricted, is released and the long-pressing operation is resumed, special control based on the long-pressing operation of the one operation unit can be executed. The sub-control CPU 51 may be configured not to execute the special control unless the long-pressing operation of both the operation units D1 and D2 is canceled during the restriction of the special control.

Effects of the fifth embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, the first operation means (for example, the first operation Special control can be executed based on any of the part D1) and the second operation means (the second operation part D2 as an example). Therefore, in the overlapping period, it is possible to satisfy the first condition by using the second operation means, and furthermore, by making it possible to execute the special control for the second operation means as well, it is possible to improve convenience for the player.

(2) According to the present embodiment, during the overlap period described above, only the operation of the first operation means (the first operation section D1 as an example) is prompted, so an operation suitable for the first effect (the deployment section as an example). It is possible to operate the first operating means, which is means. At the same time, in the present embodiment, the first condition can also be established by the second operation means, and the second operation means (as an example, the second operation unit D2) can also execute special control, so that the game can be played. It is also possible to improve convenience for users.

(3) According to the present embodiment, the number of times the first operation means (the first operation part D1 as an example) is operated even if the second operation means (the second operation part D2 as an example) is operated by executing the special control was increased. Therefore, it is possible to enhance the convenience of the special control when executing the first effect (development part as an example) and increase the interest of the player.

(4) According to the present embodiment, it can be assumed that at least the first operation unit D1 has been operated during the first effective period (the first acceptance period as an example) due to the execution of the special control. . Therefore, even if the second operation means (the second operation part D2 as an example) is operated, it can be assumed that the first operation means (the first operation part D1 as an example) has been operated. Therefore, it is possible to improve the convenience of the special control when executing the first special effect (display of lines as an example) and increase the interest of the player.

(5) According to the present embodiment, even when special control is executed by long-pressing the first operation unit D1 during the fourth acceptance period, special control is executed by long-pressing the second operation unit D2. Also when it is, the specific effect (development part as an example) can be made to reach the final mode. Therefore, both the player who wants to operate the first operation part D1 and the player who wants to operate the second operation part D2 can visually recognize the change process of the specific effect, and the interest of the player can be improved. .

(Sixth embodiment)
A sixth embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below.
This embodiment differs from each of the above-described embodiments in that it is possible to execute an operation effect in which the operation of both the operation assisting function and the repeated hitting assisting function is restricted. Note that this embodiment can be implemented in combination with each of the above-described embodiments. Specifically, the operation effects of the present embodiment include a timely operation effect as one of non-assisted target effects. The timely operation performance may be executed at the timing before forming the reach, at the timing after forming the reach, or at the timing during the big win game.

As an example, the timely operation effect can be configured as the following “hidden operation effect”.
During the period for accepting the operation of the first operation unit D1 (hereinafter referred to as the seventh acceptance period), the performance display device EH displays a moving image of a predetermined character performing a predetermined action, thereby displaying the first operation. A special effect is performed. In the present embodiment, the seventh acceptance period is an example of the second operation valid period, and at least the operation of the first operation unit D1 is valid during the seventh acceptance period. Over the seventh acceptance period, the effect display device EH does not display the character string "Press the button!" That is, during the seventh acceptance period, at least part of the effect for prompting the operation of the first operation unit D1 (in this embodiment, all of it as an example) is not executed on the effect display device EH. For this reason, it is impossible or difficult to specify whether it is the seventh reception period or not just by visually recognizing the effect display device EH. In other words, the timely operation effect is a effect that conceals that the operation of the first operation unit D1 is effective and does not actively encourage the operation.

As shown in FIG. 18, when the sub-control CPU 51 has decided to execute the hidden operation effect, the seventh reception period starts when a predetermined timing arrives. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the second operation unit D2 during the seventh acceptance period. That is, the operation of the second operation unit D2 is invalid during the seventh acceptance period. In addition, when configuring in combination with the second embodiment, this is not the case.

The seventh acceptance period includes the first period and the second period. The first period is a period for requesting an operation of the first operation unit D1, more preferably a single short press operation using the first operation unit D1. Further, the second period is a period for requesting that the first operation unit D1 is not operated (non-operation of the first operation unit D1). Preferably, the first period and the second period are alternately set, and more preferably one of the first period and the second period is sandwiched between the other periods. Preferably, the first and last periods are the second periods, and more preferably, they are set in the order of second period→first period→second period→first period→second period. As an example, the first period is shorter than the second period.

As an example, the sub-control CPU 51 sets periods for determining the operation mode of the first operation unit D1 in the order of the second period→first period→second period→first period→second period during the seventh acceptance period. do. Then, the sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not the timely operation condition of the first operation unit D1 is satisfied when the seventh acceptance period ends. The timely operation condition, which is an example of the second condition, is established when the first operation unit D1 is operated during the first period and the first operation unit D1 is not operated during the second period. More preferably, the timely operation condition is that the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is not accepted in all the second periods, and the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is not accepted in all the first periods. is accepted one by one. In this embodiment, regarding the establishment of the second condition, the “number of times less than the specific number of times” is once every first period.

The sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the second special effect when the timely operation condition is not satisfied. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the second special effect when the timely operation condition is satisfied. As an example, the sub-control CPU 51 can determine whether or not the second special effect can be executed by lottery or the like when the pending variable game includes a variable game that will result in a big hit, and the second special effect can be placed in the pending state. It may be positioned as a "jackpot confirmation effect" in. Not limited to this, the sub-control CPU 51 can determine whether the second special effect can be executed when the variation pattern that can be specified from the variation start command is the jackpot variation pattern, and the second special effect in the current variation game. You may position as a "jackpot confirmation production."

Then, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute the special control even if the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed during the seventh acceptance period. That is, the execution of the special control is restricted during both the first period and the second period. That is, when it is the seventh acceptance period, as a result of restricting the execution of the special control, the activation of the repeated hit assist function is restricted. Therefore, even if a long press operation is performed by mistake on the first operation unit D1 during the seventh acceptance period, it is not accepted as a short press operation of the first operation unit D1. Also, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute the special control when the first operation unit D1 is being pressed for a long time before the start of the seventh acceptance period. Note that when implemented in combination with the fifth embodiment, it is preferable to limit the execution of the special control also for the long press operation of the second operation unit D2.

An example of a specific execution mode of the timely operation presentation will be described below.
FIG. 18 shows a situation in which a short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is performed during the seventh acceptance period and the timely operation condition is satisfied. After the variable game is started at time T70, a seventh reception period is set from time T71 to time T78. During the seventh acceptance period, the first special effect is executed on the effect display device EH. In the seventh accepting period, the second period starts at time T71, and thereafter, the first period and the second period are set alternately at each of times T72, T74, T75, and T77. Then, during the first period, at time T73, the short-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1 is performed only once, and the short-pressing operation is accepted as the short-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1. Also, during the second first period, at time T76, the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is performed only once, and the short press operation is accepted as the short press operation of the first operation unit D1. Then, in each second period, the timely operation condition is satisfied because the first operation unit D1 is not operated, and from time T78 when the seventh reception period elapses, the second special effect is performed on the effect display device EH. can be performed.

FIG. 19 shows a situation in which the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed during the seventh acceptance period. After the variable game is started at time T80, a seventh acceptance period is set from time T81 to time T87. In the seventh accepting period, the first period and the second period are alternately set every time points T81 and T83 to T87 arrive. Here, even if the long pressing operation of the first operation unit D1 is performed from time T82 to time T87, the execution of the special control is restricted during the seventh acceptance period. Therefore, even if the first operation unit D1 is pressed for a long time, it is not assumed that the first operation unit D1 is pressed for a short time. Therefore, if the long-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1 is completed before the first or second first period starts, and the short-pressing operation of the first operating unit D1 is performed again in a timely manner, the timely operation can be performed. conditions can be established.

Effects of the sixth embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, during the first operation effective period (for example, the fourth acceptance period), if the operation means is continuously operated without increasing the number of operations by operating the operation means many times, By executing the special control, the first condition can be satisfied a plurality of times, and the process of changing the specific performance can be enjoyed. On the other hand, during the second operation valid period (for example, the seventh reception period), the execution of the special control may be restricted, so the execution of the special control makes it rather difficult to satisfy the second condition. can be suppressed. Then, in the second operation effective period, the operation means (the first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated so that the second condition is satisfied, and the second effect can be enjoyed. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved.

(2) According to the present embodiment, even if the operation means (the first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated before the second operation valid period (the seventh acceptance period as an example) starts, execution of the special control is prohibited. can be restricted. Therefore, the second operation effective period can be made reliable as a period for operating the operation means so as to satisfy the second condition, and the second effect can be enjoyed.

(3) According to the present embodiment, the second condition (timely operation condition as an example) is to operate the operation means (the first operation unit D1 as an example) during the first period and to operate the operation means during the second period. It can be said that a strict operation is required to satisfy the second condition because it is satisfied by no operation. When adopting such a configuration, when the special control is executed, there is a high possibility that the second condition is rather difficult to be satisfied. On the other hand, according to the configuration of the present embodiment, the execution of the special control is restricted for the second operation valid period, so such a problem can be solved favorably.

(6) According to the present embodiment, the hidden operation effect is an effect that makes it difficult for the player to grasp the second operation valid period (eg, the seventh acceptance period). When special control is executed in a state in which it is difficult to grasp whether or not it is the second operation effective period, there is a possibility that the operation for establishing the second condition becomes even more difficult. On the other hand, according to the configuration of the present embodiment, since the execution of the special control is restricted for the second operation valid period, the above problem can be solved favorably.

(7) According to the present embodiment, one operation is required for each first period in order to satisfy the second condition (timely operation condition as an example). Here, if the special control is executed and it is assumed that the operation is performed twice or more, it will be very difficult to satisfy the second condition. On the other hand, according to the configuration of the present embodiment, the execution of the special control is restricted for the second operation valid period, so such a problem can be solved favorably.

(Seventh embodiment)
A seventh embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below.
This embodiment differs from the above-described embodiments in that a "timing operation effect" can be executed in place of or in addition to the "hidden operation effect" as one of the timely operation effects described above.

As an example, the timing operation effect can be configured as follows.
During the period for accepting the operation of the second operating section D2 (hereinafter referred to as the eighth accepting period), the effect display device EH displays a character string "Press the button at the right time!" is displayed, and an effect prompting the user to operate the second operation unit D2 is executed. In the present embodiment, the eighth acceptance period is an example of the second operation valid period, and at least the operation of the second operation unit D2 is valid during the eighth acceptance period. Note that, during the eighth acceptance period, the effect of prompting the user to operate the first operation unit D1 is not executed. In addition, during the eighth receiving period, the effect display device EH displays timing information that enables specification of the timing (first period) for operating the second operation unit D2. As an example, the notification of the timing information displays a first line (eg, "Now!") during the first period, and displays a second line (eg, "Wait!") during the second period. This is done by displaying

When the sub-control CPU 51 has decided to execute the timing operation effect, the eighth reception period starts when a predetermined timing arrives. The sub-control CPU 51 ignores even if an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 during the eighth acceptance period. That is, the operation of the first operation unit D1 is invalid during the eighth acceptance period. In addition, when configuring in combination with the second embodiment, this is not the case. The sub-control CPU 51 alternately sets the periods for judging the operation mode of the second operation unit D2 in the order of the second period, the first period, the second period, . When the sub-control CPU 51 accepts the short-press operation of the second operation unit D2, it ends the eighth acceptance period and determines whether or not the timely operation condition of the second operation unit D2 is satisfied. The timely operation condition, which is an example of the second condition, is met during the first period when a single short-press operation is performed using the second operation unit D2, but is not met during the second period. .

The sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the third special effect when the timely operation condition is not satisfied. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 51 determines whether or not to execute the third special effect when the timely operation condition is satisfied. As an example, the third special performance may be positioned as a ``big hit fixed performance'' in the suspension like the second special performance described above, or may be positioned as a ``big hit fixed performance'' in the current variable game. Then, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute the special control during the eighth acceptance period even if the long press operation of the second operation unit D2 is accepted. That is, the execution of the special control is restricted during both the first period and the second period. In other words, when it is the eighth acceptance period, the execution of the special control is restricted, and as a result, the operation of the repeated hitting assist function is restricted. Therefore, even if a long press operation is performed by mistake on the second operation unit D2 during the eighth acceptance period, it is not accepted as a short press operation of the second operation unit D2. Further, the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute the special control even if the operation signal of the second operation unit D2 is input before the start of the eighth acceptance period. Note that when implemented in combination with the fifth embodiment, it is preferable to limit the execution of the special control also for the long press operation of the first operation unit D1.

Effects of the seventh embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, the second condition (timely operation condition as an example) is to operate the operation means (the second operation unit D2 as an example) during the first period and operate the operation means during the second period. It can be said that a strict operation is required to satisfy the second condition because it is satisfied by no operation. When adopting such a configuration, when the special control is executed, there is a high possibility that the second condition is rather difficult to be satisfied. On the other hand, according to the configuration of the present embodiment, the execution of the special control is restricted for the second operation valid period, so such a problem can be solved favorably.

(Eighth embodiment)
The eighth embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below.
In this embodiment, when an error occurs during execution of an operation effect (gauge charge effect as an example), whether or not to continue the operation effect being executed is differentiated according to the type of error. This is different from each embodiment described above. In the present embodiment, the variation pattern P02 is omitted, and the variation pattern P09 (loss) is determined to execute a gauge charge effect that eventually results in a charging failure notification at the timing after the formation of the reach. there is In addition, in the variation pattern P10 (big hit), execution of a gauge charging effect that eventually results in notification of successful charging is determined at the timing after formation of the ready-to-win state. That is, the gauge charge effect in the present embodiment is positioned as an effect for notifying whether or not a big hit is achieved, like the character challenge effect in the above-described embodiment, as an example.

The main control CPU 42 is configured to be able to detect various errors. As an example, a main board error is a state in which an abnormality occurs in updating hardware random numbers. A magnetic error is a state in which a magnetic sensor (not shown) detects magnetism of a predetermined strength or higher. An induced magnetic field detection error is a state in which radio waves in a specific frequency band are detected by an induced magnetic field detection sensor (not shown). The large winning opening fraudulent winning error is a state in which winning to the large winning opening 18 is detected when the big winning game is not generated (when the special electric accessory device is not operated). The normal electric accessory illegal winning error is a state in which winning to the second special start winning opening 16 is detected when the normal electric accessory device is not in operation. A disconnection error is a state in which an abnormality occurs in the connection of switches on the board. A door open error is a state in which the mounting frame of the pachinko gaming machine 10 is opened. A full error is a state in which the sphere plate 12 is full. A payout error is a state in which an error related to payout has occurred on the payout board (not shown) side.

In this embodiment, the main board error, magnetic error, induced magnetic field detection error, large winning opening fraudulent prize winning error, ordinary electric accessory fraudulent prize winning error, disconnection error, full error, and payout error are classified as type 1 errors. be. A door open error is classified as a type 2 error. A type 2 error is an example of a predetermined error. When detecting an error, the main control CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command that can identify the detected error (hereinafter referred to as an error detection command). In addition, when the detected error is resolved, the main control CPU 42 outputs to the sub control board 50 a control command that can specify that the error has been resolved (hereinafter referred to as an error end command).

As shown in FIG. 20(a), when an error detection command is input, the sub-control CPU 51 displays information (hereinafter referred to as error information) that can specify the occurrence of an error that can be specified from the error detection command. Then, the effect display device EH is controlled. For example, the error information is a character string "XX error has occurred" and is displayed in the error information display area Hr, which is part of the display area of the effect display device EH (however, "XX" is , a string that can identify the type of error, etc.). As an example, the error information display area Hr is set at a position that does not overlap the display area of the setting icon Ig in the display area of the effect display device EH. Not limited to this, the error information display area Hr may be set at a position overlapping the display area of the setting icon Ig. Note that the priority (layer) regarding the display of error information is set higher than the priority (layer) of other information (image). Therefore, when error information and other information are displayed in an overlapping state, it is displayed as if the error information is on the front side of the other information.

As shown in FIG. 20, the sub-control CPU 51, during the execution of the operation effect (gauge charge effect as an example), according to the timing at which an error occurs and the type of error that has occurred, the gauge charge effect being executed is configured to vary whether to continue or not. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 changes the control contents depending on whether a "first event" of a type 1 error has occurred or a "second event" of a type 2 error has occurred. A detailed description will be given below. Incidentally, when no error occurs, the sub-control CPU 51 controls execution of the gauge charge effect in the same manner as in the already described embodiment (see FIGS. 20(a) to 20(e)).

When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an error detection command that can identify a type 1 error during execution of the gauge charge effect, the development part (during the fourth reception period) and the result part (after the fourth reception period) In any case, the effect display device EH is controlled so as to continue the gauge charge effect being executed and to execute it to the end (see FIGS. 20(a) to (e)). That is, the sub-control CPU 51 can continue the fourth reception period during the fourth reception period and change the display mode of the gauge Ge based on the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1. The sub-control CPU 51 can also execute special control based on the long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1. In other words, even if a predetermined error is detected when the deployment portion is being executed assuming that the first operation portion D1 has been pressed for a short time by executing the specific effect control (special control as an example), The production (deployment portion) is continuously executed. More preferably, the expansion part can be executed to the end. In this case, depending on whether or not a jackpot game is given as an example of a benefit, different effects are executed, such as charge success notification and charge failure notification. The development portion of the gauge charge effect is also an example of a predetermined effect.

When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an error detection command capable of specifying a type 2 error during the execution of the gauge charge effect, and if it is the development part (during the fourth reception period), the fourth reception period is ended, the expansion part is ended, and the effect display device EH is controlled so as to start the first alternative effect among the alternative effects (see FIG. 20(f)). The alternative effect is a dedicated effect that can be executed only when an error occurs in the developing section. For example, the first alternative effect is executed in a mode of displaying the first character. That is, the first character is information that appears only in the first alternative effect and does not appear in other effects. The sub-control CPU 51 executes the same first alternative effect even when any of the variation patterns P09 and P10 can be specified. That is, the first alternative effect is the same effect regardless of whether a big hit is achieved or not. In this embodiment, the execution of the special control is restricted (terminated here) when the specific condition is satisfied even during the fourth reception period (first operation valid period). In this embodiment, the specific condition is that a type 2 error occurs. When the expansion portion is being executed by assuming that the first operation portion D1 has been pressed for a short time, the expansion portion ends halfway in the situation where the second event occurs, and the expansion portion is executed. After the end, the same effect (as an example, the first alternative effect) is executed for a predetermined period of time, which is fixed or unfixed, regardless of whether the privilege is given. In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 may end the development section and start the first alternative effect, or may continue the fourth acceptance period without ending it.

As described above, when the sub-control CPU 51 receives an error detection command that can identify a type 1 error, it continues the expansion section, but before the end of the expansion section (before the fourth reception period elapses), When the error detection command capable of specifying the second type error is input further, the first alternative performance is executed in the same manner as when the error detection command is input from the beginning. That is, when it is assumed that the first operation unit D1 has been pressed for a short time and the expansion part is being executed, the expansion part ends halfway in the situation where the second event occurs following the first event. At the same time, after the end of the development portion, the same effect (as an example, the first alternative effect) is executed for a predetermined period regardless of whether the privilege is given.

Subsequently, when the end timing of the original fourth reception period arrives, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to display the second alternative effect or the third alternative effect among the alternative effects (Fig. 20(g), (h)). The sub-control CPU 51 executes the second alternative effect when the variation pattern P09 (loss) can be specified. The sub-control CPU 51 executes the third alternative effect when the variation pattern P09 (big hit) can be specified. For example, the second alternative effect is executed in a mode of displaying the second character. For example, the third alternative effect is executed in a mode of displaying the third character. Each of the first to third alternative presentations differs in execution mode from each other by displaying different images (characters). Then, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to end the alternative effect when the effect time set in the result part has elapsed. In the present embodiment, after the same effect (first alternative effect as an example) is executed for a predetermined period of time that is constant or indefinite, different effects (second alternative effect or second 3 alternative renditions) can be executed. In addition, after the sub-control CPU 51 starts the alternative production, even if an error end command is input (even if the error is resolved), the above-described control for executing each alternative production is continued.

When the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an error detection command that can specify a type 2 error, if the result part is being executed (after the fourth acceptance period has elapsed), the result part being executed (charging successful The effect display device EH is controlled so that the execution of the notification or charge failure notification) is continued and executed to the end. Then, the sub-control CPU 51 of the present embodiment, when the specific effect control (special control as an example) is set to an executable state, in a situation where the first event (the first type error as an example) occurs, the The setting of the specific performance control is maintained even after the first event is canceled. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU51, when the specific effect control (special control as an example) is set to an executable state, in a situation where the second event (second type error as an example) occurs, the setting of the specific effect control release (reset). The secondary control CPU 51 may be configured to cancel the setting of the specific effect control when the first variation game after the elimination of the second event is started, and the first variation game after the elimination of the second event is started. The configuration may be such that the setting of the specific effect control is canceled just before it is performed. The sub-control CPU 51 maintains the specific control in an executable state when either the first event or the second event occurs.

An example of a specific execution mode of the gauge charge effect will be described below.
FIG. 21 shows a situation in which a type 1 error occurs during the fourth acceptance period (expansion portion). After the variable game is started at time T90, a fourth acceptance period is set from time T91 to time T93. Here, it is assumed that the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed from time T92 to time T93 after the start of the fourth acceptance period. Assume that a type 1 error (eg, a full error) occurs at time T94. Even in this case, the fourth reception period does not end, and the development part of the gauge charge effect is continued on the effect display device EH. Further, since the special control is neither terminated nor interrupted, it is accepted as a short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 at each operation interval It while the first operation unit D1 is being long-pressed (time points T93a to T93e). . Then, based on the acceptance of the short-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1, the display mode of the gauge Ge can be changed toward the final stage in the effect display device EH.

FIG. 22 shows a situation in which a type 2 error occurs during the fourth acceptance period (expansion portion). After the variable game is started at time T100, a fourth acceptance period is set from time T101 to time T103. Here, it is assumed that the first operation unit D1 is long-pressed from time T102 to time T103 after the start of the fourth acceptance period. Then, at time T104, it is assumed that a type 2 error (a door open error as an example) occurs. In this case, the fourth acceptance period ends, the development section ends in the effect display device EH, and instead the first alternative effect is started. This first alternative effect is the same effect regardless of whether it is a big hit or not. While the first operation unit D1 is being pressed for a long time, special control can be executed until a type 2 error occurs. itself becomes invalid. After that, when time T103 has passed, the third alternative effect is performed in the effect display device EH. The effects (the second alternative effect and the third alternative effect) after the lapse of the fourth reception period are different effects depending on whether or not the game is a big hit.

Effects of the eighth embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, by operating the setting operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example), it is possible to set the specific effect control (special control as an example) to a state in which it can be executed, so the effect operation means The player can select whether or not to receive assistance with respect to the operation of the operation units D1 and D2 (as an example), and can operate the effect operation means depending on his/her mood at that time. Then, in the present embodiment, depending on which of the first event (full error as an example) and the second event (door open error as an example) occurs, the specific effect (development part as an example) is continued, can be terminated. For this reason, it is possible to create a situation in which the specific performance is continued and a situation in which the specific performance is terminated according to the occurrence event, so that the specific performance control can be appropriately used according to the occurrence event. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved.

(2) In particular, since the second event is a door open error, the mounting frame is open. Therefore, when the second event occurs, it is difficult for the player to continue the game, and there is a high possibility that the game is interrupted. In such a situation, if the expansion part is continued, it is difficult to change the gauge Ge to the final stage, which may reduce the interest of the player who was actively trying to operate the operation part. In this embodiment, in such a situation, by ending the specific effect and executing the first alternative effect instead, it is possible to distract the player and reduce the decline in interest.

(3) In particular, since each alternative effect is a dedicated effect, it is possible to preferably prevent the player's interest from deteriorating by making him/her experience such a rare effect.
(Ninth embodiment)
The ninth embodiment of the pachinko game machine will be described below.

In the present embodiment, the setting of the effect assist function is a first setting in which both the operation assist function and the repeated hit assist function are off, a second setting in which only the repeat assist function is on, and an operation assist function and the repeat hit assist function. A third setting in which both are turned on can be changed by the player based on the operation of the setting operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example). The setting of the effect assisting function employs the same configuration as in the first embodiment, and can be changed in the standby state and during execution of the variable game. Therefore, the sub-control CPU 51 of this embodiment can be set to be able to execute special control when in the standby state. Further, the sub-control CPU 51 can be set to be able to execute special control while the variation game is being executed.

In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 displays the first type setting icon Ig when the operation assist function is on, and displays the second type setting icon Ig when the repeated hit assist function is on. It controls the display device EH. Further, the sub-control CPU 51 causes the operation parts D1 and D2 to emit light in different color tones when the setting of the effect assisting function is the second setting or the third setting. Therefore, when the effect display device EH, the first operation unit D1, and the second operation unit D2 are set to be able to execute the special control, the fact that the special control is set to be executable is performed.

In the present embodiment, when the second setting or the third setting is set, simply operating the first operation unit D1 during each acceptance period does not change the setting to the first setting (the operation assist function and the continuous hit assist function are turned off). , is different from the above embodiment. Specifically, when the effect assisting function is the second setting or the third setting, the sub-control CPU 51 outputs the operation signal from the operation units D1 and D2 before the operation timing arrives during the first reception period or the second reception period. is input, the setting of the production assistance function is maintained and is not changed to the first setting. When the effect assisting function is set to the second setting or the third setting, the sub-control CPU 51 can set the effect assisting function even if an operation signal is input from the operating units D1 and D2 during the fourth reception period or the fifth reception period. Keep the setting and do not change to the first setting.

Then, when the production assistance function is the second setting or the third setting, the sub-control CPU 51 is configured to execute reset control to change the production assistance function to the first setting in a special situation described below. ing. Also in this embodiment, the sub-control CPU 51 is configured to handle a type 1 error as a first event, handle a type 2 error as part of a second event, and execute various controls. .

The sub-control CPU 51 maintains the setting of the production assistance function and does not change to the first setting even if an error detection command capable of specifying a type 1 error is input. That is, in the present embodiment, in a situation in which the first event occurs while the specific effect control (as an example of the continuous hit assist function) is being set to be executable, the setting of the specific effect control is performed even after the first event is resolved. maintained. The same applies to the operation assistance function. In addition, when the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an error detection command that can specify a type 2 error, if no operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 at that time, the setting of the production assistance function is performed. Change to the first setting. That is, both the operation assisting function and the repeated hitting assisting function are reset to off.

On the other hand, when the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an error detection command capable of specifying a type 2 error, if an operation signal is input from the first operation unit D1 at that time, the setting of the production assistance function is performed. hold, pending a reset (change) to the first setting. Hereinafter, the state in which the change to the first setting is pending is referred to as "reset pending state". The sub-control CPU 51 continues the reset pending state as long as the operation signal is continuously input from the first operation unit D1. Then, when the sub-control CPU 51 inputs an error end command that can specify the elimination of the type 2 error during the reset pending state, it ends the reset pending state. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 maintains the setting of the production assistance function and does not reset it. On the other hand, when the operation signal is no longer input from the first operation unit D1 in the reset pending state, the sub-control CPU 51 resets the setting of the production assistance function to the first setting at that time. When not in the reset pending state, the sub-control CPU 51 does not reset the effect assisting function to the first setting even if the operation signal is no longer input from the first operation unit D1.

The sub-control CPU 51 executes the reset control as described above regardless of whether or not the acceptance periods of the operation units D1 and D2 are being set. Then, when the effect assisting function is the second setting or the third setting, the sub-control CPU 51 performs special control when receiving the long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1 regardless of whether it is in the reset pending state. can run. In other words, the sub-control CPU 51, when the effect assisting function is the second setting or the third setting and is executing special control based on the long press operation of the first operation unit D1, the second type error occurs, as long as the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 continues, the special control is continued without resetting the performance assistance function. The details of the special control are the same as those of the above-described embodiments, so detailed description is omitted. In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 resets the setting of the production assistance function to the first setting based on the occurrence of the second type error, and furthermore, when ending the gauge charge production, the second type error in the eighth embodiment The effect display device EH is controlled so as to execute various alternative effects in the same manner as when is generated.

In this way, the sub-control CPU 51, in the specific effect control (special control as an example), while the first operation unit D1 is operated by the long-press operation, the first operation unit D1 is operated by the short-press operation. It is designed to control the execution of a predetermined effect (development part as an example) by assuming that the A long press operation is an example of a specific mode because it is a mode in which the effect operation means is operated continuously, and a short press operation is a mode in which the number of operations of the effect operation means is increased, so it is a predetermined mode. An example of Then, even if the sub-control CPU 51 detects a predetermined error (type 2 error) while executing the gauge charge effect assuming that the first operation unit D1 has been short-pressed, While the first operation unit D1 is being pressed for a long time, the effect is continued by continuing the special control.

In the present embodiment, the effect (gauge charge effect as an example) executed by the specific effect control (special control as an example) includes an expansion part as an example of the effect that changes the mode of the specific effect. Since the stage of the display mode does not change toward the final stage unless the first operation section D1 is operated, the rendering of the development section is provided on the condition that the increase in the number of operations of the rendering operation means stagnates. It can be said that the change in the specific performance is stagnant as part or all. The expansion section may be configured to change the display mode of the gauge Ge toward the initial stage every time a certain period of time elapses when the first operation section D1 is not pressed for a short time. According to such a configuration, the specific effect can be returned to the initial mode under the condition that the increase in the number of operations of the effect operation means stagnate is partly or wholly set as a condition.

Also, the second event is composed of a plurality of events. These multiple events include the event that a type 2 error occurs and the event that the operation means (here, the first operation unit D1) corresponding to the reception period is not operated. In addition, the first event may be an event in which it is determined that the storage section for game balls is full, and the second type error is the opening of the door (that is, the loading frame) as in the present embodiment. It may be Not limited to this, the sub-control CPU 51 is in a situation where the second event occurs while the specific effect control (special control as an example) is set to be executable, the first variable game after the second event is resolved It may be configured to cancel the setting of the specific effect control when it is started. Further, the sub-control CPU 51 may be configured to cancel the setting of the specific effect control by the time immediately before the first variable game is started after the second event is resolved. The same applies to the operation assistance function.

An example of a specific execution mode of the gauge charge effect will be described below.
As shown in FIG. 23, at time T120 when the variable game starts, it is assumed that the type 2 error has not occurred and the effect assisting function is set to the third setting. The sub-control CPU 51 starts the fourth reception period at time T121, and when the activation timing of the operation assistance function arrives at time T122, the special control and Start executing special control. That is, both the operation assist function and the continuous hit assist function are activated. As a result, as an example, at time points T122a and T122b, a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted. Then, the display mode of the gauge Ge can be changed based on acceptance of the short-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1.

Assume that a type 2 error (a door open error as an example) occurs at time T124 when the fourth reception period is being set. In this case, since the first operation unit D1 has not been operated at the time when the type 2 error occurs, the effect assistance function is reset to the first setting. That is, both the operation assisting function and the repeated hitting assisting function are turned off. In this case, as in the case where the type 2 error occurs in the eighth embodiment, the fourth acceptance period ends, the effect display device EH terminates the development portion of the gauge charge effect, and instead of this, the first Alternate production is started. As described above, in the effect display device EH, as long as the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 is continued, the reset pending state continues, and as a result, the gauge charge effect is continued. When the operation ends, the gauge charge effect ends at that point. Therefore, if the special control and the special control are continued, it will be regarded as a short press operation of the first operation unit D1 at time points T122c to T122e that could be regarded as a short press operation of the first operation unit D1. Nor. After that, when time T123 has passed, the third alternative effect is performed in the effect display device EH.

As shown in FIG. 24, at time T130 when the variable game starts, it is assumed that the type 2 error has not occurred and the production assistance function is set to the third setting. The sub-control CPU 51 starts the fourth acceptance period at time T131, accepts the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 from time T132, and starts executing special control. That is, the continuous hit assist function is activated. Assume that a type 2 error (a door open error as an example) occurs at time T134 when the fourth acceptance period is being set. In this case, the transition to the reset pending state is made based on the long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1, so the effect assisting function is not reset to the first setting and is suspended. Then, if the long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1 is continued without interruption until time T133 when the fourth acceptance period ends, the effect assisting function is not reset to the first setting, and the reset pending state is also terminated. . That is, the setting of the production assistance function is maintained. Therefore, from time T132 to time T133, the long-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted while the continuous-hit assist function remains on. As a result, as an example, it is assumed that the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 has been performed at time points T132a to T132e, and the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted. Then, the display mode of the gauge Ge can be changed based on acceptance of the short-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1.

As shown in FIG. 25, at time T140 when the variable game starts, it is assumed that the type 2 error has not occurred and the effect assisting function is set to the third setting. The sub-control CPU 51 starts the fourth acceptance period at time T141, accepts the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 from time T142, and starts executing the special control. That is, the continuous hit assist function is activated. Assume that a type 2 error (a door open error as an example) occurs at time T144 when the fourth reception period is being set. In this case, based on the operation of the first operation unit D1, the state shifts to the reset pending state, and the production assistance function is suspended without being reset to the first setting.

Then, at time T142d during the fourth acceptance period, the long press operation of the first operation unit D1 is terminated. In this case, since the operation of the first operation unit D1 is terminated in the reset pending state, the effect assistance function is reset to the first setting. That is, both the operation assisting function and the repeated hitting assisting function are turned off. In this case, similarly to when the second type error occurs in the eighth embodiment, the fourth acceptance period ends, the effect display device EH terminates the development portion of the gauge charge effect, and instead of this, the first Alternate production is started. Even in this case, since the long-pressing operation of the first operation unit D1 continues without interruption until time T142d, the production assistance function is not reset to the first setting, and at time T142a to 142c, A short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is accepted, and the display mode of the gauge Ge can also be changed.

Effects of the ninth embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, by operating the setting operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example), it is possible to set the state in which the specific effect control can be executed. , D2), the player can select whether or not to receive assistance, and can operate the presentation operation means according to his/her mood at that time. And, in this embodiment, depending on which of the first event (full error as an example) and the second event (door open error and non-operation of the operation unit as an example) occurs, the setting of the specific effect control is maintained. can be turned on or off. For this reason, depending on the occurrence event, a situation in which the specific production control is set to an executable state anew and a situation in which it is not necessary to reset the specific production control to an executable state are created. It is possible to appropriately use the specific effect control. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved.

(2) According to the present embodiment, regarding the special control, whether or not to request resetting of the specific effect control is made different depending on the occurrence event. The operation assistance of D2) can be used appropriately.

(3) According to the present embodiment, regarding the special control, whether or not to request resetting of the specific effect control is made different depending on the occurrence event. The operation assistance of D2) can be used appropriately.

(4) According to the present embodiment, the first event is simply that the game ball reservoir (the ball tray 12 as an example) is full, so the game can be continued by continuing to shoot game balls. On the other hand, in the second event, at least the door (mounting frame) is opened, making it difficult to shoot the game ball, and there is a high possibility that the game must be interrupted. In this embodiment, when such a second event occurs, the specific effect control (special control and special control as an example) is reset, so that the game can be restarted with a fresh feeling. can be done.

(5) According to the present embodiment, it is possible to set the presence or absence of special control in the standby state. Therefore, the presence or absence of special control can be set according to the player's preference, and the first effect (as an example, a multi-operation system effect) can be enjoyed.

(6) According to the present embodiment, it is possible to set the presence or absence of special control during execution of the variable game. Therefore, the presence or absence of special control can be set according to the player's preference, and the first effect (as an example, a multi-operation system effect) can be enjoyed.

(7) According to the present embodiment, it is possible to easily confirm the presence or absence of special control based on the notification by the notification means (for example, operation units D1 and D2 and effect display device EH). Therefore, it is easy to grasp how many times the operation means (an operation unit as an example) must be operated in the first operation valid period, and the player can be prepared to operate the operation means.

(Tenth embodiment)
A pachinko gaming machine 10 of the tenth embodiment will be described.
This embodiment differs from the above-described embodiments in that a predetermined effect (hereinafter referred to as RTC effect) can be executed at one time or at a plurality of specific times. The RTC effects include a first RTC effect and a second RTC effect. The second RTC effect has a lower appearance rate than the first RTC effect. The first RTC effect is executed by displaying a normal character on the effect display device EH, and the second RTC effect is executed by displaying a special character on the effect display device EH. Here, the normal character is a dual-purpose character (multipurpose information) that appears in other effects (for example, the advance notice effect and the ready-to-win effect), while the special character is a dedicated character that can appear only in the second RTC effect ( exclusive information, so-called premium image).

When the sub-control CPU 51 specifies that the current time has reached the specific time based on information generated by a real-time clock 54, it performs an RTC lottery using a predetermined random number and determines the type of RTC performance to be executed. Then, the sub-control CPU 51 controls the effect display device EH so as to execute the determined RTC effect. Preferably, the sub-control CPU 51 determines the first RTC effect with a higher probability in the order of second RTC effect<first RTC effect. The sub-control CPU 51 may be configured to be able to determine the second RTC effect on the condition that the variable game being executed is a big-hit variable game, and the pending variable game includes a big-hit variable game. The configuration may be such that the second RTC effect can be determined on condition that the second RTC effect is set. In other words, the RTC effects may be effects with high expectations for big wins in the order of the first RTC effect < the second RTC effect.

In this embodiment, the sub-control CPU 51 treats the execution of the first RTC effect as "occurrence of the first event", treats the execution of the second RTC effect as "occurrence of the second event", and handles the execution of the gauge charge effect. Controls, special controls, and configured to perform special controls. In the eighth embodiment and the ninth embodiment, the specific control contents are as follows: "input of error detection command capable of identifying type 1 error" is read as "execution of first RTC effect"; 'input of an error detection command capable of specifying 'is read as 'execution of the second RTC effect', so a detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Effects of the tenth embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, the RTC effect is started at a timing that is not linked to the variable game, resulting in events that can occur at relatively random timing during execution of various operation effects. . In this embodiment, depending on which of the first event (first RTC effect as an example) and the second event (second RTC effect as an example) occurs, the specific effect (development portion as an example) continues or ends. You can For this reason, it is possible to create a situation in which the specific performance is continued and a situation in which the specific performance is terminated according to the occurrence event, so that the specific performance control can be appropriately used according to the occurrence event. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved.

(2) In particular, the second RTC effect is more rare than the first RTC effect. Therefore, when the second RTC effect occurs, the development part of the gauge charge effect is ended, while when the first RTC effect occurs, the development part is continued, thereby giving priority to the notable effect and increasing the interest of the player. can be suitably increased.

(3) According to the present embodiment, the specific effect control setting is maintained according to which of the first event (first RTC effect as an example) and the second event (second RTC effect as an example) has occurred. can be turned on or off. For this reason, depending on the occurrence event, a situation in which the specific production control is set to an executable state anew and a situation in which it is not necessary to reset the specific production control to an executable state are created. It is possible to appropriately use the specific effect control. Therefore, the interest of the player can be improved.

(4) In particular, the second RTC effect is more rare than the first RTC effect. Therefore, when the second RTC effect is generated, the player's feelings come to an end, so that the specific effect control can be set to a state in which the specific effect control can be executed again, and the game can be continued with a new feeling.

(Eleventh embodiment)
A pachinko gaming machine 10 of the eleventh embodiment will be described.
This embodiment is different from the above-described embodiments in that whether or not the expansion unit is to be executed to the end is determined according to the type of event that has occurred, the special control, and the usage status of the special control. In the present embodiment, the usage states include special control, a first situation in which the expansion section is being executed without using special control, a second situation in which the expansion section is being executed using special control, and a special There is a third situation in which the deployment section is being executed using control and special control, and a fourth situation in which the special control and special control are not used and the operation section is not being pressed for a short time. These plurality of situations can be said to be situations in which the player's willingness to participate in the operation presentation is high in the order of the fourth situation<third situation<second situation<first situation. That is, the player's willingness to participate is low in the fourth situation, the player's willingness to participate is medium in the second and third situations, and the player's willingness to participate is high in the first situation. level. Note that the first event and the second event may determine the occurrence of a predetermined error (eg, a full error and a door open error) as in the above-described embodiment, or a predetermined effect (eg, the first event). and second RTC presentation) may be defined.

The sub-control CPU 51 determines which of the first event and the second event in the first situation in which the short press operation of the first operation unit D1 is actually repeatedly performed during the fourth reception period (development portion of the gauge charge effect). The effect display device EH is controlled so as to continue the development part even when is generated. After that, the effect display device EH informs the successful charge and the unsuccessful charge. As described above, when the first operation unit D1 is pressed for a short time and the expansion part is being executed, the expansion part can be executed to the end in the situation where the first event occurs, and after the expansion part is finished, A different production is executed depending on whether a privilege is given.

The sub-control CPU 51 determines that at least special control is executed during the fourth reception period, and that the first event occurs in the second and third situations in which it is assumed that the first operation unit D1 has been short-pressed. Sometimes, the effect display device EH is controlled so as to continue the development part. In this way, when the expansion part is being executed by assuming that the first operation part D1 has been pressed for a short time, the expansion part can be executed to the end in the situation where the first event occurs. After the end of the developing section, different effects are executed depending on whether a privilege (a big hit game as an example) is given. On the other hand, the sub-control CPU 51 terminates the development part and executes the first alternative effect when the second event occurs in the second situation and the third situation during the fourth acceptance period. It controls the performance display device EH. In this way, when the expansion part is being executed by assuming that the first operation part D1 has been pressed for a short time, the expansion part ends halfway in the situation where the second event occurs, and the expansion part is executed. After the end of the part, the same effect is executed for a predetermined period of time, which is fixed or unfixed, regardless of whether or not the privilege is given.

The sub-control CPU 51 determines that either the first event or the second event is performed in the fourth situation in which the special control is not executed and the short-press operation of the first operation unit D1 is not performed during the fourth acceptance period. The performance display device EH is controlled so as to end the development part and execute the first alternative performance even when is generated. In this way, the second event occurs when the first operation unit D1 is not pressed for a short time and the development portion is being executed without it being assumed that the first operation unit D1 has been pressed for a short time. In such a situation, the development part ends in the middle, and after the end of the development part, regardless of whether or not the privilege is given, the same performance is executed for a predetermined period that is constant or undefined.

Effects of the eleventh embodiment will be described.
(1) According to the present embodiment, it is assumed that the effect operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated in a predetermined manner (short press operation as an example), and a predetermined effect (as an example When the development portion) is being executed, whether or not the predetermined effect is continued differs depending on which of the first event and the second event has occurred. Therefore, it is possible to achieve a well-balanced continuation of the predetermined effect according to the relationship between the level of the player's willingness to participate (for example, medium level) and the importance of the first event and the second event.

(2) According to the present embodiment, when the second event occurs following the first event, the predetermined effect (as an example, the development portion) ends halfway in the same way as when the second event occurs from the beginning. At the same time, after the predetermined effect is completed, the same effect (as an example, the first alternative effect) is executed for a predetermined period that is constant or indefinite regardless of whether the privilege is given. Therefore, it is possible to determine whether or not to continue the predetermined effect depending on the state of occurrence of the latest event.

(3) According to the present embodiment, after the same effect (first alternative effect as an example) is executed for a predetermined period of time that is constant or undefined, depending on whether a privilege (a jackpot game as an example) is given Different renditions can be implemented. Therefore, even if the predetermined effect ends in the middle, the player can know the result, and thus the player's interest can be improved.

(4) According to the present embodiment, the effect operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example) is not operated in a predetermined mode (short press operation as an example), and the effect operation means is in a predetermined mode. When a predetermined effect (development part as an example) is being executed without being regarded as having been operated by the user, the predetermined effect is terminated when either the first event or the second event occurs. Therefore, it is possible to continue the predetermined effect in a well-balanced manner according to the relationship between the player's desire to participate (low level as an example) and the degree of importance of the first event and the second event.

(5) According to the present embodiment, the effect operation means (first operation unit D1 as an example) is operated in a predetermined manner (short press operation as an example) to execute a predetermined effect (expanding portion as an example). When it is on, the predetermined effect is continued regardless of whether the first event or the second event occurs. For this reason, it is possible to realize a continuation of a predetermined effect in a well-balanced manner according to the relationship between the player's willingness to participate (high level as an example) and the degree of importance of the first event and the second event.

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

- Whether or not to turn off the setting of the operation assisting function when the operation units D1 and D2 are operated may be individually changed for each of the plurality of acceptance periods described above. Whether or not to turn off the setting of the continuous hit assist function when the operation units D1 and D2 are operated may be individually changed for each of the plurality of acceptance periods described above.

The operation assisting function may be configured so that the setting is canceled when the second event occurs regardless of whether or not it is the acceptance period for accepting the operation of the operation units D1 and D2. The configuration may be such that the setting is canceled when it occurs. A player may individually set the repeated hit assist function. That is, the sub-control CPU 51 may be configured to be able to set the special control to be executable based on the operation of the setting operation means. Further, the continuous-hit assist function may be configured such that the setting is canceled when the second event occurs, regardless of whether or not it is the acceptance period for accepting the operation of the operation units D1 and D2. It may be configured such that the setting is canceled when the occurs.

- The activation timing of the operation assistance function (special control) may be the start of the acceptance period. In this case, the sub-control CPU 51 executes special control simultaneously with the start of the acceptance period. Note that, in this modified example, the setting of the reception period can be omitted. The operation timing may be the timing in the middle of the reception period, or may be determined by lottery each time from a plurality of timings determined during the reception period. Further, regarding the activation timing of the operation assisting function, the player may be able to preset one of a plurality of timings within the target reception period by operating the setting operation means. As an example, the multiple timings include early timing (at the start of the acceptance period), normal timing (during the acceptance period), and late timing (at the end of the acceptance period).

- If the operating unit is operated even once during a reception period during which operation of the continuous-hit assist function (special control) is not restricted, operation during the reception period may be restricted. In this modified example, when the operation unit is operated even once during the reception period of the multi-operation system effect, the display mode of the specific effect cannot be changed unless the operation unit is repeatedly short-pressed. Further, when the continuous hit assist function (special control) is on, it may not be turned off even if the operation unit is operated during the reception period of the multi-operation system effect.

- Part of the special control may be restricted during the second operation valid period. For example, the execution of the special control based on the operation of one of the operation units D1 and D2 may be restricted, or the execution of the special control may be restricted during a part of one acceptance period. Also, the execution of the special control may be restricted only for some of the reception periods among the plurality of reception periods. Further, as a mode for limiting a part of the special control, the operation interval It during the restriction may be set longer than the operation interval It during the non-restriction.

- Part of the special control may be restricted during the second effective period. For example, the execution of the special control based on the operation of one of the operation units D1 and D2 may be restricted, or the execution of the special control may be restricted during a part of one acceptance period. Further, the execution of the special control may be restricted only for some of the reception periods among the plurality of reception periods.

- As an operation effect for setting the first operation effective period (first effective period), an effect requesting the operation of both the operation units D1 and D2 may be provided. For example, during the acceptance period, special control can be executed, and the execution of the special control can be regarded as an increase in the number of operations of at least the first operation means (eg, the first operation unit D1). I hope it is. Of course, it may be assumed that the number of operations of the second operation means (the second operation section D2 as an example) has increased due to the special control. Further, as an effect for setting the second operation effective period (second effective period), an effect requesting the operation of both the operation units D1 and D2 may be provided. For example, during the acceptance period, special control can be executed, and the execution of the special control can be regarded as an increase in the number of operations of at least the first operation means (eg, the first operation unit D1). I hope it is. Of course, it may be considered that the number of operations of the second operation means (the second operation section D2 as an example) has increased due to the special control.

- The special condition and the specific condition may be conditions that are satisfied depending on whether or not another event occurs even if the acceptance period is the same. For example, even during the same first reception period, when the RTC effect is being executed, even if the operation assistance function is set to ON, the execution of the special control may be restricted. Similarly, even during the same fourth acceptance period, when the RTC effect is being executed, even if the repeated hitting assist function is set to ON, the execution of the special control may be restricted. Further, even in an embodiment or modified example in which the repeated hitting assist function is always operable, the configuration may be such that execution of the special control is restricted when a special condition (specific condition) is established.

- Whether or not to execute an effect prompting the operation of the first operation unit D1 may be individually changed for each of the plurality of reception periods described above. Whether or not to execute an effect prompting the user to operate the second operation unit D2 may be individually changed for each of the plurality of reception periods described above. From the viewpoint of executing each operation effect more effectively, it is preferable to configure as in the above-described embodiment and modification.

- The effect (first effect) performed by setting the first operation effective period may be a single-operation type effect. That is, the first operation valid period may be the first reception period or the second reception period. Also, the effect (second effect) performed by setting the second operation effective period may be a single-operation system effect. That is, the second operation valid period may be the third acceptance period. The effect (first special effect) performed by setting the first effective period may be a multi-operation system effect. That is, the first validity period may be the fourth acceptance period. The effect (second special effect) performed by setting the second effective period may be a multi-operation system effect. That is, the second validity period may be the fifth acceptance period.

- Based on the operation of the setting operation means (the first operation unit D1 as an example), the settings of the repeated hitting assist function and the operation assist function may be individually changed. Further, the setting of the effect assisting function may be configured so that it can be changed at any time during execution of the variable game. The setting of the production assistance function may be configured such that it can be changed only during a part of the standby state.

・The odds of winning the change lottery may be different between when it is assumed that the operation unit has been short-pressed (so-called repeated hits) and when the operation unit is actually short-pressed. . For example, it is preferable that the probability of winning in the simulated repeated hits is lower than in the case of the actual repeated hits. That is, in the first operation valid period, when the special control is not executed, the specific effect (eg, the display mode of the gauge Ge) may change faster than when the special control is executed. According to this modified example, when the operating means is operated many times to increase the number of operations without using the special control, the specific effect reaches the final mode compared to when the special control is used. speed increases. Therefore, it is possible to increase the player's motivation to operate the operating means.

・When the operation unit is assumed to be short-pressed (so-called repeated hits) and when the operation unit is actually short-pressed, the mode of the specific effect that can be reached is set. can be different. For example, in the first operation effective period, when the special control is not executed, the specific effect can change to the final mode according to the increase in the number of operations, while when the special control is executed, the specific effect does not change to the final mode. , or may be configured to be difficult to change. According to this modified example, when the number of operations is increased by operating the operation means many times without using the special control, the specific effect reaches the final mode compared to when the special control is used. preferential treatment in terms of gain. Therefore, it is possible to increase the motivation of the player to operate the operating means by himself/herself without using the special control. Note that the probability of winning in the case of the simulated repeated hits may be higher than that in the case of the actual repeated hits.

- The sub-control CPU 51 may be configured such that the execution of special control is restricted during the first period and the execution of special control is possible during the second period. Conversely, the sub-control CPU 51 may be configured such that execution of special control is restricted during the second period, and execution of special control is possible during the first period.

・The sub-control CPU 51 displays the character string "Please stop button operation" before the first operation effective period (for example, the fourth acceptance period) or the first advantageous period (for example, the first acceptance period) starts. The effect display device EH may be controlled to display, etc., and an effect prompting the release of the operation of the first operation unit D1 may be executed. According to this modified example, it is possible to end the operation of the operation means before the start of the first operation valid period, and to appropriately execute the special control. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the special control is not executed even though the special control was intended to be used.

- The configuration may be such that execution of the special control is restricted when a predetermined condition is satisfied even during the second effective period (eg, the third acceptance period). For example, it may be configured such that it further includes a single-operation type effect that requires a short-press operation of the second operation unit D2, and the sub-control CPU 51 does not execute the special control during the acceptance period of the effect. For example, even during the third acceptance period, the sub-control CPU 51 may be configured not to execute special control when other events such as RTC effects are occurring. According to this modification, when the predetermined condition is satisfied even during the second effective period, the execution of the special control is restricted. It is possible to create a situation in which the second operation part D2) is operated. Therefore, it is possible to sharpen the effect using the operation means and improve the interest of the player.

- The setting of the effect assisting function (specific effect control) may be partially or wholly canceled as a condition that at least the transition to the standby state in which the variable game is not executed is performed. For example, the sub-control CPU 51 turns off the operation assistance function if it is on after a predetermined period of time (for example, 60 seconds) has elapsed after transitioning to the standby state. Alternatively, when the repeated hitting assist function is on, it may be turned off, or when both functions are on, they may be turned off. In general, there is a high possibility that the players have been replaced when the state is shifted to the standby state. According to this modified example, in such a situation, since the production assistance function (specific production control) is reset, the setting by the previous player is maintained without the new player noticing. It is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation where Further, in the standby state, by performing a predetermined operation (reset operation), it may be configured to reset the setting of the production assistance function (specific production control).

- The sub-control CPU 51 may maintain the effect assisting function at the second setting when the effect assisting function is at the second setting, regardless of whether the first event occurs or the second event occurs. Further, when the effect assisting function is set to the third setting, the sub-control CPU 51 maintains the third setting when the first event occurs, and changes it to the second setting when the second event occurs. good. That is, when the first event occurs while both the operation assistance function and the repeated-hit assistance function are ON, the operation assistance function and the repeated-hit assistance function are both maintained ON, while the second event occurs. In some cases, the operation assist function may be turned off, while the continuous hit assist function may be maintained on. According to this modification, whether or not the special control is reset depends on the occurrence of the event, while the setting of the special control is maintained regardless of the occurrence of the event. For this reason, in the present invention, regarding the special control and the special control that assist the operation of the effect operation means, whether or not to request "resetting of the specific effect control according to the occurrence event" depends on the content of the assistance. It is possible to appropriately use the operation assistance of the effect operation means for each of the special control and the special control.

- A plurality of operation effects may be executable in parallel for a plurality of arbitrary effects. For example, the fourth acceptance period and the fifth acceptance period may be set simultaneously. In this case, the gauge charge effect and the character challenge effect are executed in parallel. Further, it may be configured such that operation of either one of the first operating section D1 and the second operating section D2 is regarded as having been operated on both the operating sections D1 and D2, or a configuration that does not regard it as having been operated. There may be.

- The execution mode of the single-operation system presentation is not limited to the configurations of the above-described embodiments and modifications, and may be changed to a different execution mode. For example, the operation effect that is performed by setting any one of the first to third reception periods may be executed by moving the effect movable body EY when the condition is established according to the operation of the operation unit, It may be executed in a mode in which the vibration of the first operation unit D1 or the second operation unit D2 is generated. In addition, the end notification is not limited to displaying predetermined information (image). good.

- The execution mode of the multi-operation system presentation is not limited to the configurations of the above-described embodiments and modifications, and may be changed to a different execution mode. For example, in the operation effect that is performed by setting the fourth reception period and the fifth reception period, a story with a predetermined character as a motif develops step by step each time a predetermined condition is satisfied according to the operation of the operation unit. Alternatively, the number of appearing characters may increase step by step until a predetermined number of characters finally gather. Further, the specific effect is not limited to a structure that changes step by step, and may be a structure that changes continuously.

- In place of or in addition to one or more of the operation effects performed by setting each acceptance period, an operation effect requesting a long-pressing operation of the operation unit may be provided. In this case, the sub-control CPU 51 may be configured to be able to execute control assuming that a long-press operation has been performed on the operation unit that is valid during the acceptance period being set when the operation assisting function is on. In addition, the sub-control CPU 51 performs control such that when a certain operation unit is short-pressed, it is assumed that the operation unit is long-pressed, and when a certain operation unit is repeatedly short-pressed, the It may be possible to execute control assuming that the operation unit has been long-pressed. Further, regarding the above-described operation presentation, the type of operation unit to be requested and the operation mode thereof may be changed. The operation effect is not limited to the display effect, and may be a configuration in which one or more of the audio effect, the light effect, and the movable body effect can be arbitrarily selected, or a plurality of these effects are combined.

・At the end of the jackpot game, a high ball entry rate state (short fluctuation time state) is always given, but not limited to this, there are times when the high ball entry rate state is not given depending on the type of the jackpot pattern. good too. The privilege is not limited to the jackpot game, and may be a high probability state or a high ball entry rate state.

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

- The mechanical configuration of the pachinko game machine 10 may be changed as appropriate. For example, the effect display device EH may be composed of a plurality of display means, some of which may be configured to be displaceable. For example, the operating means may be singular or plural (three or more), or may be a combination of plural operating units.

- The functions of the main control board 40 may be implemented by being divided into a plurality of boards. The main control board 40 may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single board. The functions of the sub-control board 50 may be implemented by being divided into a plurality of boards. For example, the pachinko game machine 10 may include a display board that exclusively controls the effect display device EH, a lamp board that exclusively controls the decorative lamp LA, and a sound board that exclusively controls the speaker SP. It may further include a general board that controls the group of boards in a centralized manner. Also, the sub-control CPU 51 may be composed of a plurality of CPUs mounted on a single substrate.

- In the present embodiment, the game machine is a pachinko game machine, but it is not limited to this and may be configured as a slot machine.
Technical ideas that can be grasped from the present embodiment and modified examples will be described.

(1) The specific number of times is two or more, and the number of times smaller than the specific number of times is once for each first period.
(2) setting means for setting the special control to be executable by operating an operating means that is the same as or different from the operating means; Special control can be set to be executable.

(3) Setting means for setting the special control to be executable by operating the same or different operating means as the operating means, wherein the setting means is capable of executing the special control while the variable game is being executed. can be set to

(4) A notification means configured to enable predetermined notification is provided, and when the special control is set to be executable, the fact that the special control is set to be executable is performed.
(5) Before the start of the first operation effective period, an effect may be executed to prompt the release of the operation of the operation means.

(6) The operation means includes a first operation means and a second operation means, and in the first operation valid period, at least the operation of the first operation means is valid and the second operation is valid. During the period, at least the operation of the second operating means is effective.

(7) The operating means includes a first operating means and a second operating means. The performance prompting the operation of the second operating means is not executed, and the performance prompting the operation of the first operating means is not executed in the second operation effective period, and the performance prompting the operation of the second operating means is not executed.

(8) In the first operation effective period, when the special control is not executed, the specific effect can change to the final mode according to an increase in the number of times of operation, while when the special control is executed, the specific effect does not change or is difficult to change until the final form.

(9) During the first operation valid period, the specific effect can change to the final mode regardless of whether the special control is not executed or the special control is executed.
(10) During the first operation valid period, when the special control is not executed, the specific effect changes faster than when the special control is executed.

(11) Execution of the special control is restricted during the first period and the second period.
(12) Execution of the special control is restricted in the first period, while execution of the special control is possible in the second period.

(13) While execution of the special control is restricted in the second period, execution of the special control is possible in the first period.
(14) An operation means operable by a player, an effect execution means capable of executing an effect, and an effect control means for controlling the execution of the effect are provided. When one condition can be satisfied a plurality of times, and the effect executing means executes a first effect of changing the mode of the specific effect in accordance with the establishment of the first condition, and the specific effect changes to the final mode. may be a specific number of times, and in the second operation valid period, the second condition can be satisfied by a smaller number of operations than the specific number of times. A second performance is executed in response to the establishment of a condition, and the performance control means controls execution of the performance by assuming that the number of operations of the operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated. Special control is enabled during the first operation valid period, while execution of the special control is restricted during the second operation valid period. Even if a predetermined error is detected while the performance is being executed by assuming that the number of operations of the operating means has increased, the special control is performed while the operating means is being operated. , the execution of the special control can be restricted when a specific condition is satisfied even during the first operation valid period, and the specific condition is the first operation valid period when the operation means is operated before the start of the first operation, even if the first operation effective period starts, it can be established at least until the operation of the operation means ends, and the first operation After the valid period starts, when the operation of the operating means that has been performed before the first operation valid period starts is temporarily terminated, and the operation of the operating means is resumed before the end of the first operation valid period. When the specific condition is not satisfied and the execution of the special control is not restricted and the special control is executed, the number of operations of the operating means is assumed to increase every first period in which it is constant. A second period from when the operation of the operating means is resumed until the specific condition is not satisfied, the special control is started, and the number of operations is considered to have increased is This period is shorter than the first period.

(15) An operation means operable by a player, an effect execution means capable of executing an effect, and an effect control means for controlling the execution of the effect, wherein the operation means includes a first operation means and a second 2 operation means, and during the first operation valid period, an effect that enables recognition that the operation of the first operation means is valid can be executed, and an increase in the number of operations of the first operation means The first condition can be satisfied a plurality of times, the effect executing means executes the first effect of changing the mode of the specific effect in accordance with the establishment of the first condition, and the second effect is executed during the second operation effective period. An effect can be executed in which it is possible to recognize that the operation of the second operating means is valid, and a second condition can be established by the operation of the second operating means, and the effect executing means establishes the second condition. The second effect is executed according to the above, and the effect control means assumes that the number of operations of a certain operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated, and performs special control to control the execution of the effect. During the first operation effective period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that the execution of the special control has increased at least the number of operations of the first operation means. On the other hand, during the second operation effective period, it is not assumed that at least the number of times of operation of the second operation means has increased due to the restriction of the execution of part or all of the special control. Even if a predetermined error is detected when an effect is being executed on the assumption that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control, the first While the operation means is being operated, the special control is continued to continue the effect, and even during the first operation valid period, when a specific condition is satisfied, the execution of the special control is restricted, The specific condition is that when the first operation means is operated before the first operation valid period starts, at least the operation of the first operation means is terminated even if the first operation valid period starts. and after the start of the first operation effective period, the operation of the first operation means that has been performed before the start of the first operation effective period is temporarily terminated, and the first operation is completed. When the operation of the first operating means is resumed before the expiration of the effective period, the specific condition is not satisfied and the execution of the special control is not restricted, and when the special control can be executed, the first control is performed. In a situation where an event occurs, the state in which the special control can be executed is maintained even after the first event is resolved, and in a situation where the second event occurs while the special control is executable, the second event A game machine characterized in that it enters a state in which the special control is not executed after the is resolved.

(16) An operation means operable by a player, an effect execution means capable of executing an effect, and an effect control means for controlling the execution of the effect, wherein the operation means includes a first operation means and a second In the first effective period, the first effect condition can be satisfied by operating the first operation means, and the effect execution means can perform the first effect in response to the establishment of the first effect condition. 1 special effect is executed, and in the second effective period, the second effect condition can be satisfied by the operation of the second operating means, and the effect executing means executes the second special effect in response to the establishment of the second effect condition. A performance is executed, and the performance control means is configured to enable special control of controlling the execution of the performance by assuming that the operation means is operated even if the operation means is not operated. , during the first valid period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the first operation means is operated by the execution of the special control, and the second During the valid period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the second operating means out of the first operating means and the second operating means is operated by the execution of the special control. During a predetermined effective period, a predetermined effect condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by increasing the number of operations of the first operating means. Accordingly, a predetermined effect is executed, and the effect control means can perform special control to control the execution of the effect by assuming that the number of operations of the operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated. wherein the execution of the special control is possible during the predetermined effective period, and it can be considered that the execution of the special control has increased at least the number of operations of the first operating means. Even if a predetermined error is detected when an effect is being executed on the assumption that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control, the first operation is performed. While the means is operated, the effect is continued by continuing the special control, and the execution of the special control is restricted when a specific condition is satisfied in the predetermined effective period, and the specific condition is , when the first operation means is operated before the start of the predetermined effective period, even if the predetermined effective period starts, at least until the operation of the first operation means is finished. After the start of the predetermined effective period, the operation of the first operation means that has been performed before the start of the predetermined effective period is temporarily terminated, and the first operating means is operated before the end of the predetermined effective period. When the operation of the operation means is resumed, the specific condition is not satisfied and the execution of the special control is not restricted, and in a situation where the first event occurs when the special control can be executed, In a situation where the state in which the special control can be executed is maintained even after the first event is resolved, and the second event occurs while the special control is executable, the special control is performed after the second event is resolved. A game machine characterized by being in a non-execution state.

(17) An operation means operable by a player, an effect execution means capable of executing an effect, and an effect control means for controlling execution of the effect, wherein the operation means includes a first operation means and a second In the first effective period, the first effect condition can be satisfied by operating the first operation means, and the effect execution means can perform the first effect in response to the establishment of the first effect condition. 1 special effect is executed, and in the second effective period, the second effect condition can be satisfied by the operation of the second operating means, and the effect executing means executes the second special effect in response to the establishment of the second effect condition. A performance is executed, and the performance control means is configured to enable special control of controlling the execution of the performance by assuming that the operation means is operated even if the operation means is not operated. , during the first valid period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the first operation means is operated by the execution of the special control, and the second During the valid period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the second operating means out of the first operating means and the second operating means is operated by the execution of the special control. During a predetermined effective period, a predetermined effect condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by increasing the number of operations of the first operating means. Accordingly, a predetermined effect is executed, and the effect control means can perform special control to control the execution of the effect by assuming that the number of operations of the operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated. wherein the execution of the special control is possible during the predetermined effective period, and it can be considered that the execution of the special control has increased at least the number of operations of the first operating means. Even if a predetermined error is detected when an effect is being executed on the assumption that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control, the first operation is performed. While the means is operated, the effect is continued by continuing the special control, and the execution of the special control is restricted when a specific condition is satisfied in the predetermined effective period, and the specific condition is , when the first operation means is operated before the start of the predetermined effective period, even if the predetermined effective period starts, at least until the operation of the first operation means is finished. After the start of the predetermined effective period, the operation of the first operation means that has been performed before the start of the predetermined effective period is temporarily terminated, and the first operating means is operated before the end of the predetermined effective period. When the operation of the operation means is resumed, the specific condition is not met and the execution of the special control is not restricted, and during the first valid period, an effect is executed to prompt the operation of the first operation means. The gaming machine is characterized in that at least part of an effect prompting the operation of the first operation means is not executed during the second effective period.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10... Pachinko game machine 40... Main control board 41... Microprocessor 42... Main control CPU 50... Sub control board 51... Sub control CPU D1... 1st operation part (effect button) D2... 2nd Operation unit (effect lever), EH: effect display device.

Claims (2)

an operation means that can be operated by a player;
a production executing means capable of executing production;
A production control means for controlling the execution of production,
The operating means includes a first operating means and a second operating means,
During the first operation valid period, an effect can be executed that enables recognition that the operation of the first operation means is valid, and the first condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by increasing the number of operations of the first operation means. and the effect executing means executes a first effect that changes the mode of the specific effect in accordance with the establishment of the first condition,
During the second operation effective period, an effect can be executed in which it is possible to recognize that the operation of the second operating means is valid, and the second condition can be established by the operation of the second operating means, and the effect is executed. The means executes a second effect in response to the establishment of the second condition,
The effect control means is configured to be capable of special control for controlling the execution of the effect on the assumption that the number of operations of a given operation means has increased while the operation means is being operated. During the effective operation period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that the execution of the special control has increased at least the number of operations of the first operating means. In the valid period of operation, it is not assumed that the number of operations of at least the second operation means has increased due to the restriction of the execution of a part or all of the special control,
Even if a predetermined error is detected while the performance is being executed by assuming that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control, the first operating means is not operated. While the production is continued by continuing the special control,
The execution of the special control is restricted when the operation of the first operation means is temporarily terminated after the first operation effective period starts, and the operation of the first operation means is resumed before the end of the first operation effective period. not,
In a situation where a first event occurs when the special control is executable, the state where the special control can be executed is maintained even after the first event is resolved,
A gaming machine characterized in that, in a situation where a second event occurs while the special control is executable, the special control is not executed after the second event is resolved. an operation means that can be operated by a player;
a production executing means capable of executing production;
A production control means for controlling the execution of production,
The operating means includes a first operating means and a second operating means,
During the first valid period, the first performance condition can be established by operating the first operating means, and the performance executing means executes the first special performance in accordance with the establishment of the first performance condition,
During the second effective period, the second effect condition can be established by operating the second operating means, and the effect executing means executes a second special effect in response to the establishment of the second effect condition,
The effect control means is configured to be capable of special control for controlling the execution of the effect on the assumption that a certain operation means has been operated even if the operation means has not been operated. During the period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the first operating means has been operated by the execution of the special control, and the second valid period is the Special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the second operation means has been operated by the execution of the special control,
During a predetermined valid period, a predetermined effect condition can be satisfied a plurality of times by increasing the number of operations of the first operating means, and the effect executing means executes a predetermined effect in response to establishment of the predetermined effect condition. is executed and
The effect control means is configured to be capable of special control for controlling the execution of the effect by assuming that the number of operations of the operation means has increased while a certain operation means is being operated. During the valid period, the special control can be executed, and it can be considered that at least the number of operations of the first operation means has increased due to the execution of the special control,
Even if a predetermined error is detected while the performance is being executed by assuming that the number of operations of the first operating means has increased due to the execution of the special control, the first operating means is not operated. While the production is continued by continuing the special control,
When the operation of the first operating means is once terminated after the start of the predetermined effective period, and the operation of the first operating means is resumed before the predetermined effective period ends, execution of the special control is restricted. not,
In a situation where a first event occurs when the special control is executable, the state where the special control can be executed is maintained even after the first event is resolved,
A gaming machine characterized in that, in a situation where a second event occurs while the special control is executable, the special control is not executed after the second event is resolved.

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