JP2023092922A - game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of improving easiness in recognizing winning or non-winning.SOLUTION: In a pre-notice scene, a notice object is displayed in a non-notice mode, and a character is displayed in a first display mode. When a lottery result is winning, the notice object is displayed in a notice mode, and the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode after the pre-notice scene. When the lottery result is non-winning, the notice object is displayed in the non-notice mode, and the character is displayed in a third display mode different from the first display mode and the second display mode after the pre-notice scene.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-30

Description

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

As a gaming machine, a shooting device shoots game balls, which are game media, into a game area, and when the game balls enter a prize winning area such as a prize winning opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Furthermore, a variable display device capable of variably displaying (also referred to as “fluctuation”) identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information on the variable display device is a specific display result, the game state (game There is a so-called pachinko machine configured to change the state of the machine (specifically, the state in which the game machine is controlled) to give a predetermined game value to the player.

The game value is defined as the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the gaming machine that is advantageous to the player who is likely to win the ball, or the state that is advantageous to the player. It is to generate a right or to be in a state in which the conditions for paying out prize balls are likely to be established.

In a pachinko game machine, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display of special symbols (identification information) that is started on the variable display device based on the winning of a game ball in the starting winning hole. If you do, a "jackpot" will occur. It should be noted that the derivation display means that the symbol (final stop symbol) is finally stopped and displayed. When a big win occurs, for example, the big win opening is opened a predetermined number of times, and the game shifts to a big win game state in which the ball is likely to win. Then, in each open period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings are won, the large winning opening is closed. The number of openings of the big winning opening is fixed to a predetermined number (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the big winning opening is closed after the opening time has elapsed. Hereinafter, the opening period of each big winning slot may be called a round. Moreover, the game in a round may be called a round game.

In addition, in the variable display device, patterns other than the final stop pattern (for example, the middle pattern among the left, middle, and right patterns) continue for a predetermined period of time and are stopped and shaken in a state in which they match a specific display result. Big wins can occur before the final result is displayed due to moving, scaling, or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating in sync with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols changing. The production performed in the state where the sexuality is continuing (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is called the reach production. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, if the display result of the pattern variably displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes "missing" and the variable display state ends. A player plays a game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

In such a game machine, for example, in Patent Document 1, a complete notification mode is provided as one of the production modes, and in the complete notification mode, a patrol-trump image imitating a lamp is displayed in the center of the display means to announce the winning. It is described that the patrol lamp image is illuminated at the time.

JP 2019-146680 A

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, there is room for improvement in terms of the notification method, such as making it easier to understand winning and non-winning.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION Accordingly, it is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the comprehensibility of winning and non-winning.

A gaming machine according to the present invention is a gaming machine for playing a game, and includes a display means (for example, an image display device 5), and the display means displays a pre-notice scene (for example, FIGS. 8-18 (8) to (12′)), the notification object (eg, patrol lamp image 006IWG01) is set to a non-notification mode (eg, non-lighting mode (dark red mode). FIG. 8- 15 (B) left side), and the character (for example, the second teammate character image 006IWC02) is displayed in the first display mode (for example, the expression full of expectation) (for example, FIGS. 8-17 (12), 8-18 (12′)), if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the notification object is displayed in the notification mode (for example, the lighting mode (red glowing mode); the right side of FIG. 8-15 (B) , see FIG. 8-19 (13)), and display the character in a second display mode different from the first display mode (for example, a happy mode; see FIGS. 8-19 (15) and (16)), If the result of the lottery is a non-winner, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode after the pre-announcement scene, and the character is displayed in a third display mode different from the first display mode and the second display mode (e.g., disappointing). 8-20 (22)).
With such a configuration, winning or not winning can be communicated in an easy-to-understand manner by additionally changing the display mode of the character while suggesting the winning or not with the mode of the notification object.

It is a front view of the pachinko game machine in this embodiment. It is a configuration diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a flow chart which shows an example of game control main processing. It is a flow chart showing an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special design process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern table used in a low probability state. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern table used in a high probability state. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of variable display start setting processing; It is a flow chart which shows an example of production mode decision processing performed in ending production processing. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (battle). It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (battle). It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (battle). It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (battle). It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (battle). It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (battle). FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of fanfare effects executed in a low probability state; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of fanfare effects executed in a low probability state; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of fanfare effects executed in a low probability state; It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of ending production|presentation. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a patrol lamp used in super reach (patto patrol attack). FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of Super Reach (Patopato Attack); FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of Super Reach (Patopato Attack); FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a modified example in which repeated hitting operations are required in super reach (patto attack); FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of Super Reach (Patopato Attack); FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of Super Reach (Patopato Attack); It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (powerful RUSH). It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (powerful RUSH). FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a modified example in which repeated hitting operations are required in super reach (powerful RUSH); It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of super reach (powerful RUSH). FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of fanfare effects executed in a high probability state; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of fanfare effects executed in a high probability state; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a modification in which a patrol lamp image and a push button image are displayed in motion during the motion promotion period; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each effect period when a super reach (battle) is a big hit; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each performance period when a super reach (powerful RUSH) results in a big hit; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each effect period when a super reach (patto attack) results in a big hit; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each effect period when each super reach results in a deviation; It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the shaking display period of the decoration pattern according to the timing when notification is performed by depressing operation of the push button 31B in a super reach (powerful RUSH) jackpot. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of the shaking display period of the decoration pattern according to the timing when notification is performed by continuous hitting operation of the push button 31B in the modification of a super reach (powerful RUSH) jackpot. It is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the effect period corresponding to the timing of notification by the depression operation of the push button 31B in the super reach (Patopatakku) jackpot. FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect period corresponding to the timing at which a notification is given by repeatedly hitting a push button 31B in a modified example of a super reach (patto attack) jackpot. FIG. 12 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect period of the fanfare effect executed in the low-probability state; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect period of fanfare effect executed in a high probability state; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a modification in which a light-collecting effect effect is performed before the action promoting period; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a presentation period of a light condensing effect presentation; FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a modified example of a patrol trump image displayed when no winning is made;

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

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

At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area), a variable display (also called a special game) of special symbols (also called special symbols) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed. A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided. Each of these consists of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9" and lighting patterns such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off.

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

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

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

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

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

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

At a predetermined position of the game board 2, a first suspension display 25A and a second suspension display 25B each including a plurality of LEDs are provided. , the number of first reserved memories is displayed, and the second reserved display 25B displays the number of second reserved memories according to the number of lit LEDs.

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

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

The variable winning ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting winning hole that changes between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning ball device 6B is provided with, for example, an electric tulip-shaped accessory having a pair of movable winglets. comes close to the winning ball device 6A, and the closed state in which the game balls do not enter the second starting winning opening (also referred to as the second starting winning opening being closed). On the other hand, the variable winning ball device 6B is in an open state in which the game ball can enter the second start winning opening (second start It is also said that the prize-winning mouth is open.). When the game ball enters the second start winning hole, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the second special game can be started. Note that the variable winning ball device 6B may be any device that changes between a closed state and an open state, and is not limited to a device provided with an electric tulip-shaped accessory.

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

Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning hole is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 is provided with a large winning opening door that is driven to open and close by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and the special winning opening as a specific area that changes between an open state and a closed state by the large winning opening door. Form.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A ball hitting operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to shoot a game ball toward the game area by the ball shooting device is provided at the lower right portion of the game machine frame 3 .

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

A stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by a player is attached to a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed by the player. An operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by a controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, there is provided a push button 31B that allows the player to perform a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation. An operation on the push button 31B is detected by a push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

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

(Overview of Game Progress)
A game ball is shot toward a game area by a player's rotation operation of a ball hitting operation handle 30 provided in the pachinko game machine 1 . When the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the normal pattern display device 20 starts the normal pattern game. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during the period during the execution of the previous normal game (when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 but the normal game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately) , the normal game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

In addition, a jackpot type is set in the "jackpot". For example, a plurality of types of opening modes (number of rounds and upper limit period of opening) of the big winning opening and game states after the jackpot game state (normal state, time saving state, variable probability state, etc. described later) are prepared, and the jackpot is obtained according to these. type is set. As the jackpot type, there may be provided a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained, and a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects such as notifying the progress of the game and exciting the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5. In addition to or instead of the display, sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and/or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by turning on/off, operation of the movable body 32, or the like.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, the first special game or the second In response to the start of the 2 special figure game, the variable display of the decoration pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also called fixed special pattern) is stopped and displayed in the first special game or the second special game, a fixed decorative pattern (combination of three decorative patterns) which is the display result of variable display of decorative patterns ) is also stopped (derived).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Substrate configuration)
The pachinko game machine 1 is equipped with a main board 11, an effect control board 12, a sound control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15, etc., as shown in FIG. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back surface of the pachinko game machine 1 .

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Major operations of the main substrate 11)
First, main operations in the main board 11 will be described. When power supply to the pachinko game machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes the game control main process. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing game control main processing executed by the CPU 103 on the main substrate 11. As shown in FIG.

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). Initial settings include stack pointer setting, internal device register setting (CTC (counter/timer circuit), parallel input/output port, etc.), setting to make RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3). The clear switch is mounted, for example, on the power board. When the clear switch is turned on and the power is turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 through the input port. If the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3; Yes), initialization processing (step S8) is executed. In the initialization processing, the CPU 103 performs RAM clear processing for clearing flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

Moreover, CPU103 transmits the production|presentation control command which instruct|indicates initialization to the production|presentation control board 12 (step S9). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

If the output signal from the clear switch is not ON (step S3; No), it is determined whether backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power failure), the CPU 103 executes the power supply stop processing immediately before the pachinko game machine 1 becomes inoperable due to the stoppage of the power supply. In this process when the power supply is stopped, a process of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is to be backed up in the RAM 102, a data protection process of the RAM 102, and the like are executed. Data protection processing includes adding an error detection code (checksum, parity bit, etc.) and backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes not only various data for progressing the game (including various flags, states of various timers, etc.), but also the states of backup flags and error detection codes. In step S4, it is determined whether or not the backup flag is ON. If the backup flag is off and backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), an initialization process (step S8) is executed.

If backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the backed up data (using an error detection code) to determine whether the data is normal (step S5). In step S5, for example, it is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply was stopped, using a parity bit or a checksum. If it is determined that they match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply was stopped, so initialization processing (step S8) is executed.

If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs recovery processing (step S6) to return the internal state of the main substrate 11 to the state when the power supply was stopped. In the recovery process, the CPU 103 sets the work area based on the contents stored in the RAM 102 (the contents of the backed up data). As a result, the game state at the time of stopping the power supply is restored, and when the special symbols are fluctuating, the fluctuation of the special symbols is resumed from the state before restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. will be

And CPU103 transmits the production|presentation control command which instruct|indicates restoration from a power failure to the production|presentation control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, an effect control command that designates the game state before the power cut that is backed up, and if the special game is being executed, the effect control that designates the display result of the special game that is being executed You may make it transmit a command. These commands can use the same commands as the commands set for transmission in the special symbol process described later. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command specifying the restoration time from the power failure, for example, the image display device 5 notifies that the power failure has been restored or is being restored from the power failure. Display the screen for The effect control CPU 120 may perform appropriate screen display based on the effect control command.

After completing the recovery process or the initialization process and transmitting the effect control command to the effect control board 12, the CPU 103 executes the random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, the register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that the timer interrupt is periodically applied every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and the interrupt is permitted (step S12 ). After that, loop processing is entered. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 at predetermined time intervals (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing.

When the CPU 103 that has executed such game control main processing receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and accepts the interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the timer interrupt process for game control shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, thereby, through the switch circuit 110, the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port. It is determined whether or not detection signals have been received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko game machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, jackpot information (information indicating the number of occurrences of jackpots, etc.), start information (start Data such as information indicating the number of wins, etc.), probability change information (information indicating the number of times the odd state has occurred, etc.) is output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process (step S25). CPU103 by executing the special symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, management of execution and suspension of the special symbol game, control of the big hit game state and small hit game state, control of the game state, etc. are realized (details later).

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

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

FIG. 5 is a flow chart showing an example of the process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as the special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a starting winning determination process (step S101).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Major operations of production control board 12)
Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated, and the effect control main processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 6 is executed. When the production control main processing shown in FIG. Perform register setting of the mounted CTC (counter/timer circuit). Also, an initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial motion control process, control for initial motion of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return it to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined motion, is executed.

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

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

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

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

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

FIG. 7 is a flow chart showing an example of processing executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process processing. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a pre-reading notice setting process (step S161). In the pre-reading notice setting process, for example, based on the effect control command at the time of start winning transmitted from the main substrate 11, determination, determination, setting, etc. for executing the pre-reading notice effect are performed. Also, a process for displaying a pending display is executed based on the number of pending memories specified from the effect control command.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(Description of Characteristic Portion 006IW)
Next, the characterizing portion 006IW of this embodiment will be described. In the characteristic portion 006IW, when the display result of the special symbol becomes "big win" and the game state is controlled to the big win game state, after the big win game state is finished, the variable probability state is controlled. This definite variable state is a condition for ending that the special figure game has been executed a predetermined number of times, and is a so-called cut-off definite variable state. In this example, the expression "the result of the lottery is won" may be used, but this means that the display result of the special symbol game is "big hit", that is, the random number for determining the display result in the special symbol normal process. Based on this, the display result of the special pattern is determined (predetermined), and the determined result is a "jackpot". Also, in this example, the expression "the result of the lottery is not won" may be used, but this means that the display result of the special symbol game is "losing", that is, the random value for determining the display result in the special symbol normal process It means that the display result of the special pattern is decided (predetermined) based on, and the decision result is "losing".

(Variation pattern table)
8-1 and 8-2 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the variation pattern table in the characteristic part 006IW. Among them, FIG. 8-1(A) shows a specific example of the fluctuation pattern table for loss used in the low probability state. Also, FIG. 8-1(B) shows a specific example of a variation pattern table for big wins used in the low probability state. Also, FIG. 8-2(A) shows a specific example of a variation pattern table for losing used in a high probability state. Also, FIG. 8-2(B) shows a specific example of a variation pattern table for big wins used in the high probability state.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-1 (A), in the case of deviation in the low probability state, the variation pattern PA1-1 (normal variation), the variation pattern PA1-2 (shortened variation), the variation pattern PA2 -1 (normal reach), fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (long reach) and fluctuation pattern PA2-3 (super reach A) is determined as one of the fluctuation patterns.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-1 (B), in the case of a big hit in the low probability state, the variation pattern PB2-1 (normal reach), the variation pattern PB2-2 (long reach) and the variation pattern PB2 -3 (super reach A) is determined to be one of the fluctuation patterns.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2 (A), in the case of deviation in the high probability state, the variation pattern PA1-1 (normal variation), the variation pattern PA1-2 (shortened variation), the variation pattern PA2 -1 (normal reach), fluctuation pattern PA2-2 (long reach) and fluctuation pattern PA2-4 (super reach B) is determined to be one of the fluctuation patterns.

Further, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-2 (B), in the case of a big hit in the high probability state, the variation pattern PB2-1 (normal reach), the variation pattern PB2-2 (long reach) and the variation pattern PB2 -4 (super reach B) is determined to be one of the fluctuation patterns.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, it is possible to execute a plurality of kinds of ready-to-win effects, and is configured so that the degree of expectation for a big hit increases in the order of normal reach<long reach<super reach.

Also, in this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the type of Super Reach that can be executed is different between the low probability state and the high probability state, and the variable period (that is, the performance period) is configured to be different. It is With such a configuration, it is possible to increase the interest in the game by providing variations in the presentation of the performance between the low-probability state and the high-probability state.

In this example, only super reach A can be executed as super reach in the low probability state, and only super reach B can be executed as super reach in the high probability state, but the configuration is not limited to this. , a plurality of types of super reach may be executed.

Further, not limited to the examples shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, for example, a variation pattern is provided in which the ready-to-win effect is executed after the pseudo-continuous effect is executed once or more times, and the number of times of the pseudo-continuous effect is Depending on this, the degree of expectation for a big hit or the rate of development to a super reach with a high degree of expectation may be different.

(Variable display start setting process)
Next, variable display start setting processing in the characteristic portion 006IW will be described. FIG. 8-3 is a flow chart showing the variable display start setting process (step S171) in the effect control process shown in FIG. In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first reads the variation pattern command from the variation pattern command storage area (step 006IWS801).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the display result (stop pattern) is determined, and data indicating the stop pattern of the determined decorative pattern is stored in the decorative design display result storage area (step 006IWS802).

At step 006 IWS 802, when the display result specifying command indicating "missing" is received, the effect control CPU 120 selects a missing pattern in which the left, middle, and right decorative patterns do not match at all or left and right decorative patterns (specifically, normal color determines a combination of reach-lost symbols in which only white "1" to "6" and "8" to "9" normal decorative symbols match. In addition, when a display result specifying command indicating a "big hit" is received, the left, middle, and right decorative patterns (specifically, the normal colors of white "1" to "6" and "8" to "9") are displayed. A combination of patterns with all the normal decoration patterns) is determined.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the variation pattern includes super reach (step 006IWS803). Then, if the fluctuation pattern does not include super reach, the process proceeds to step 006 IWS808.

When the variation pattern includes super reach, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the game state is a high probability state (step 006IWS804). Then, if it is not in the high probability state, the process proceeds to step 006 IWS808. Whether or not the game is in the high probability state can be confirmed by, for example, storing information that can specify the game state based on the received command and referring to the information in step 006IWS804.

In the case of the high probability state, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the current effect mode is the powerful RUSH mode (step 006IWS805). When the current production mode is "powerful RUSH mode", it is determined to execute a super reach (powerful RUSH) production, and the process proceeds to step 006IWS808. On the other hand, if the current production mode is not the "powerful RUSH mode", that is, if it is the "patto attack mode", it is determined to execute the super reach (patto attack) production, and the process proceeds to step 006 IWS808.

In this example, a "powerful RUSH mode" and a "pato pato attack mode" are provided as production modes in the high probability state. In addition, the player can decide which of the production modes to use as the production mode in the high-probability state (details will be explained later in the production mode determination process). In step 006 IWS805, referring to the information that can specify the performance mode stored in the performance mode determination process, it is confirmed which performance mode is set. In addition, in this example, it is configured so that the production mode can be selected when it is in a high probability state, but not limited to such a configuration, a game that is more advantageous than the normal state (low probability / low base state) State, for example, time-saving state (low probability / high base state) or so-called small hit rush state (high probability / low base state), etc., when the game state, the production mode is configured to be selectable. may

Also, in this example, when it is in a high probability state, it is possible to execute a super reach (powerful RUSH) effect and a super reach (patto attack) effect as effects for notifying success or failure, and either one depending on the effect mode is configured to run

Also, in this example, the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect and the super reach (patto attack) effect are effects executed based on the same variation pattern. For example, when the variation pattern PA2-4 or the variation pattern PB2-4 shown in FIG. 8-2 is determined, if the production mode is a powerful RUSH mode, super reach (powerful RUSH) production is executed, and the production mode is patopato In the attack mode, a super reach (patto attack) effect is executed. Therefore, when the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect is executed based on one variation pattern, and when the super reach (Patopato Attack) effect is executed based on the one variation pattern, from the start of variation The period until the fluctuation end is the same. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-2, when a super reach (powerful RUSH) effect or a super reach (patto attack) effect is executed based on the variation pattern PA2-4, the variation is 80 seconds. When super reach (powerful RUSH) effect or super reach (patto attack) effect is executed based on pattern PB2-4, the duration is 100 seconds. With such a configuration, it is possible to execute a plurality of effects based on the same variation pattern, and to impress an announcement using a patrol lamp (details will be described later) in one of the effects.

In this example, when the probability is high, either the super reach (Patopato Attack) effect or the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect is executed according to the effect mode. The player is prompted to press 31B, and based on the fact that the pressing operation has been performed (or the fact that the action promotion period has elapsed), it is configured to notify the success or failure. However, for example, the player is urged to perform repeated hitting operations instead of pressing operations, and based on the repeated hitting operation that satisfies a predetermined execution condition (or the action promotion period has elapsed), the success or failure is announced. You may allow In this case, for example, by determining either the pattern of the pressing operation or the pattern of the repeated hitting operation at different ratios according to the result of the variable display, the degree of expectation can be made different for each, and interest can be improved. can.

It should be noted that a plurality of types of conditions may be provided for success/failure notification for repeated hitting operations (if the conditions are not met, success/failure notification is not performed until the action promotion period elapses). For example, in a case where the action promotion period is 4 seconds, the first judgment timing with a remaining period of 3.5 seconds and the remaining period of 2 seconds are used as judgment timings for judging whether the condition is satisfied. Three determination timings, that is, a second determination timing and a third determination timing having a remaining period of 1 second, are provided in advance. Further, for example, whether or not the pressing operation has been performed 30 times is associated with the first determination timing as a first determination condition, and whether or not the pressing operation has been performed 20 times is associated with the second determination timing as a second determination condition. Correlation: Whether or not the pressing operation has been performed five times is associated with the third judgment timing as a third judgment condition. Then, in the variable display start setting process, when it is determined that the super reach (Patopato Attack) effect or the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect is to be executed according to the repeated hit operation pattern, a lottery is conducted to decide which judgment timing and judgment conditions. Decide whether to combine

In such a configuration, if the effect is executed in the pattern of repeated hitting operations based on the combination of the first determination timing and the first determination condition, the second operation promotion period is 3.5 seconds remaining after the start of the action promotion period. At one determination timing, it is determined whether or not the pressing operation has been performed 30 times. On the other hand, if the pressing operation has not been performed 30 times at the first determination timing, no notification of success or failure is made at the first determination timing, and notification of success or failure is made at the timing when the action promotion period has elapsed. Further, for example, if an effect is executed in a pattern of repeated hitting operations based on a combination of the second determination timing and the second determination condition, the pressing operation is performed at the second determination timing with a remaining period of two seconds after the start of the action promotion period. It is determined whether or not the pressing operation has been performed 20 times, and if the pressing operation has been performed 20 times, it is determined that the execution condition is satisfied, and the result is notified. On the other hand, if the pressing operation has not been performed 20 times at the second determination timing, no notification of success or failure is made at the second determination timing, and notification of success or failure is made at the timing when the action promotion period has elapsed. Further, for example, if an effect is executed in a pattern of repeated hitting operations based on a combination of the third determination timing and the third determination condition, the pressing operation is performed at the third determination timing with one second remaining after the start of the action promotion period. It is determined whether or not the pressing operation has been performed five times, and if the pressing operation has been performed five times, it is determined that the execution condition is satisfied, and the result is notified. On the other hand, if the pressing operation has not been performed five times at the third determination timing, the success/failure notification is not performed at the third determination timing, and the success/failure notification is performed at the timing when the action promotion period has elapsed.

For the determination timing and determination condition combination lottery for the continuous hitting operation, for example, by determining different ratios according to the result of the variable display, the degree of expectation can be varied and the interest can be improved. Hereinafter, with respect to repeated hit operations, satisfying a determination condition at a decision timing is also referred to as performing a repeated hit operation that satisfies an execution condition.

In this example, the period during which the player's operation on the push button 31 is effectively detected is called an action valid period, and the period for prompting the player to operate the push button 31 is also called an action promotion period. In addition, in this example, the operation promotion period starts when the operation valid period starts, and the operation promotion period ends when the operation valid period ends. Therefore, the operation valid period and the operation promotion period can be read interchangeably. However, it is not limited to such a configuration. For example, after a predetermined period of time (for example, 1 second) has passed since the start of the operation valid period, the operation promotion period is started, and a predetermined period of time (for example, 1 second) has passed since the operation valid period ends. ), the action-promoting period may end earlier. In this case, the part describing that the predetermined process is executed at the timing when the action promotion period ends may be replaced with the description that the predetermined process is executed at the timing when the action valid period ends, or the operation may be performed as it is. A predetermined process may be executed when the promotion period ends.

At step 006IWS808, the effect control CPU 120 selects a process table corresponding to the content of the variation pattern and the determined effect (step 006IWS808).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 starts the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table (step 006IWS809).

The process table is a table in which process data referred to when the effect control CPU 120 executes control of the effect device is set. That is, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect devices (parts for effect) such as the image display device 5 according to the process data set in the process table. The process table is composed of data in which a plurality of combinations of process timer setting values, display control execution data, lamp control execution data and sound number data are collected. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variable display time (variation time) of the variable display of the decorative pattern. Specifically, data related to changing the display screen of the image display device 5 is described. In addition, the process timer set value is set with a variable time in the mode of variation. The effect control CPU 120 refers to the process table, and performs control to display the decoration pattern in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. Also, the process table is stored in the ROM of the effect control board 80 . Also, the process table is prepared according to each variation pattern.

In addition, in the process table used when performing the effect control for the variation pattern involving the ready-to-win effect, the left symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has passed since the start of the variation, and the right symbol is stopped when a predetermined time has passed. Process data indicating to display is set. In addition, instead of setting the symbols to be stopped and displayed in the process table, an image for displaying the symbols is synthesized and generated according to the determined stop symbols, the temporary stop symbols in the simulated run and the sliding effect. may

In addition, the production control CPU 120 controls the production device (the image display device 5 as the production component, the production component as the Various lamps and speakers 8L and 8R as performance parts are controlled (step 006IWS810). For example, a command is output to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image corresponding to the variation pattern on the image display device 5 . It also outputs a control signal (lamp control execution data) to the lamp control board 14 in order to control lighting/extinguishing of various lamps. Also, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the audio control board 13 in order to output audio from the speakers 8L and 8R.

By executing the processing of step 006 IWS 810, an effect corresponding to the variation pattern and the content determined to be executed is realized.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 sets the variable time timer to a value corresponding to the variable time specified by the variable pattern command (step 006IWS811).

Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the effect control process flag to a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S172) (step 006IWS812).

(Production mode decision processing)
Next, the effect mode determination process executed in the ending effect process in the characteristic portion 006IW will be described. FIG. 8-4 is a flow chart showing an example of the effect mode determination process executed in the ending effect process.

In the effect mode determination process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is during the effect mode determination period during which the effect mode can be determined by the player operating the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B (step 006IWS901). . Then, if it is not during the performance mode determination period, the performance mode determination processing is terminated as it is.

If it is during the effect mode determination period, the effect control CPU 120 checks whether or not an operation to the stick controller 31A is detected (step 006IWS902). When the operation is detected, the effect control CPU 120 displays an image corresponding to the effect mode "powerful RUSH mode" displayed on the image display device 5 and an image corresponding to the effect mode "Patopato attack mode". is selected according to the operation, and the selected image is highlighted (step 006IWS903).

Next, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not an operation on the push button 31B has been detected (step 006IWS904). When the operation is detected, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode corresponding to the selected image highlighted on the image display device 5 (step 006IWS906). In step 006 IWS 906, information that can specify the determined production mode is stored. After that, the production mode determination process is ended.

When the operation of the push button 31B is not detected, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not it is time to end the effect mode determination period (step 006IWS904). When it is not the end timing, the effect mode determination processing is terminated as it is, and when it is the end time, the effect mode corresponding to the selected image highlighted on the image display device 5 is determined (step 006 IWS 906), Terminate the production mode determination process.

(Production example)
Next, specific examples of effects will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the super ready-to-win (battle) effect executed in the low probability state will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-5 to 8-13. It should be noted that screen transitions are assumed to occur in the ascending order of (1), (2), and (3) in any of the figures.

(Super reach (battle) production performed in a low probability state)
8-5 to 8-13 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of super reach (battle) executed in a low probability state. In FIGS. 8-5 to 8-9 and 8-11 to 8-13 of FIGS. 8-5 to 8-13, an effect is executed based on the variation pattern PB2-3 (super reach A) big hit. This is a specific example when 8-5 to 8-7 and 8-10 of FIGS. 8-5 to 8-13 are specific examples of the case where the production is executed based on the deviation of the variation pattern PA2-3 (super reach A) is.

In the examples shown in FIGS. 8-5 to 8-13, after the lost pattern (“327”) is displayed as the display result of the previous fluctuation display on the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-5 (1)), the fluctuation pattern PB2-3 (super reach A) big hit or fluctuation display based on fluctuation pattern PA2-3 (super reach A) is started (FIG. 8-5 (2)).

Next, when the right and left decorative symbols are "2" and the ready-to-win state is reached (Fig. 8-5 (3)), the normal ready-to-win effect is executed in which the middle decorative symbols are scrolled at a low speed, and then the image display device 5 whites out. , the advance notice effect is started (FIG. 8-5 (4)).

In the advance notice effect, the first teammate character image 006IWC01 first appears (Fig. 8-5 (4)), followed by the effect display in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 appears (Fig. 8-5 (5)). . Next, an effect display is performed in which a character display of "development" is superimposed on the first teammate character image 006IWC01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 (FIG. 8-5 (6)). Next, the first mini-character image 006IWC04 is superimposed on the first ally character image 006IWC01, the second ally character image 006IWC02, and the character display of "development" (Fig. 8-5 (7)), and is displayed in such a way that the first mini-character image 006IWC04 proliferates. An effect display is performed in which the multiplied first mini-character image 006IWC04 is displayed so as to fill the screen (FIG. 8-5 (8)).

After that, when Super Reach (battle) starts, the multiplied first mini-character images 006IWC04 gradually disappear (Fig. 8-6 (9)), and eventually all the first mini-character images 006IWC04 disappear. is performed (Fig. 8-6 (10)). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a sense of incongruity at the time of switching from the video of the advance notice effect to the video of the super ready-to-win, and to naturally show the series of flow from the advance notice effect to the super ready-to-win.

Next, a performance display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 lands on the ground (FIG. 8-6 (11)), the upper half of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is enlarged, and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed. A background image including a plurality of stars corresponding to is displayed (FIG. 8-6 (12)).

Next, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 and the enemy character image 006IWC11 face each other, and "VS" is displayed to suggest that a battle is about to start ((13) in FIG. 8-6).

Next, an effect display is performed in which the enemy character image 006IWC11 attacks the second friend character image 006IWC02 (specifically, light rays are output from the fingertips) (FIG. 8-6 (14)). At this time, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is in such a state as to prevent attacks by using the center decoration symbol "9" (or the symbol image corresponding to the center decoration symbol "9") as a shield (FIG. 8-6 (14). ).

In this example, the decorative patterns are displayed in the order of ``1'', ``2'', ``3'', ``4'', ``5'', ``6'', ``7'', ``8'', and ``9''. shall be displayed in order. In the example shown in FIGS. 8-5 to 8-12, since the left and right decorative patterns are "2" and the reach mode is set, the middle decorative pattern "9" displayed in FIG. 8-6 (14) is This is the middle decoration pattern displayed two before the middle decoration pattern "2" which is the combination of the jackpot patterns "222".

Next, an effect display is performed in which the enemy character image 006IWC11 attacks the second ally character image 006IWC02 (specifically, light beams output from the fingertips) to destroy the center decoration symbol "9" serving as a shield. At this time, the center decoration pattern "9" is destroyed (Fig. 8-6 (15)). Then, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is enlarged and displayed, and a background image including a plurality of stars corresponding to the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed (FIG. 8-6 (16)).

Next, an effect display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 starts attacking (more specifically, punches) the enemy character image 006IWC11 (FIG. 8-7 (17)). Then, the opposing enemy character image 006IWC11 is displayed from the front (FIG. 8-7 (18)), and an effect display is performed in which the center decoration pattern "1" appears in front of the enemy character image 006IWC11 (FIG. 8-7 ( 19)). The center decoration pattern "1" serves as a shield that prevents the second friend character image 006IWC02 from attacking the enemy character image 006IWC11. ) is displayed (FIG. 8-7 (20)).

Note that the center decoration symbol "1" displayed in FIG. 8-7 (19) is a center decoration symbol displayed immediately before the center decoration symbol "2" which is a combination of jackpot symbols "222". Therefore, when the center decoration symbol "1" displayed in FIG. 8-7 (19) is destroyed and the next center decoration symbol "2" is displayed, it is notified that a big win will occur.

When the attack by the second ally character image 006IWC02 reaches the center decoration pattern "1" (Fig. 8-7 (20)), the effect image that was displayed immediately before is displayed with reduced brightness and saturation. , and a cut-in effect in which a teammate character image 006IWC01 and a plurality of star-shaped images (with normal or high brightness and saturation) are superimposed and displayed (FIG. 8-7 (21)). Then, when the image displayed by the cut-in effect is erased, the same effect display as immediately before the cut-in effect ((20) in FIG. 8-7) is performed again ((22) in FIG. 8-7).

At this point, the decision button effect is started, and the push button image 006IWG03 imitating the push button 31B and the display indicating the operation valid period are displayed superimposed on the effect display that was displayed immediately before (Fig. 8-7 (23 )). That is, the effect display for prompting the push button 31B to be pressed is started.

In the case of the variation pattern PB2-3 (super reach A) big hit, when the pressing operation of the push button 31B is detected, the radial pattern background image is displayed on the image display device 5 after (23) in FIG. 8-7. ((24) in FIG. 8-8), and the movable body effect is executed in which the movable body 32 moves from the initial position to the effect position in front of the image display device 5 ((25) in FIG. 8-8). Next, the movable body 32 stops at the effect position on the front surface of the image display device 5 for a predetermined period of time ((26) in FIG. 8-8).

After that, the movable body 32 is controlled to return from the performance position to the initial position, the attack from the second friend character image 006IWC02 to the enemy character image 006IWC11 becomes effective, and the middle decoration pattern "1" serving as a shield is destroyed. At the same time, an effect display is performed in which the attacked enemy character image 006IWC11 is blown away (FIG. 8-8 (27)).

Next, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a jubilant manner ((28) in FIG. 8-8), and then the previous effect display including the second teammate character image 006IWC02 and the enemy character image 006IWC11 (FIG. 8-8 ( 28)) is superimposed on the image (FIG. 8-8 (29)), and the effect image is enlarged to cover the second friend character image 006IWC02 and the enemy character image 006IWC11. (Fig. 8-8 (30)). At this time, since the light effect image is non-transmissive, the hidden second friend character image 006IWC02 and enemy character image 006IWC11 are not visible.

Next, after the light effect image covers the entire screen, an effect display is performed in which the jackpot symbol "222" including the center decoration symbol "2" displayed in the normal mode appears (FIG. 8-8 (31)). . Then, the jackpot symbol "222" is gradually enlarged and displayed (FIG. 8-9 (32)), and is enlarged and displayed so as to cover the entire screen (FIG. 8-9 (33)). After that, the jackpot symbol "222" is displayed in the same size as when normal variation was performed before establishment of ready-to-win, and is displayed so as to sway four times (FIG. 8-9 (34)).

Next, an effect display is performed in which the jackpot symbol "222" is temporarily hidden and the character display of "Completely settled" is displayed (FIG. 8-9 (35)). Then, the image display device 5 is whited out, the super ready-to-win (battle) effect is finished, and the same background image as when the normal fluctuation before the ready-to-win is established is displayed, and the jackpot pattern "222" is temporarily displayed. A stop display is displayed (Fig. 8-9 (36)). After that, the jackpot symbol "222" is stop-displayed (FIG. 8-9 (37)). It should be noted that in this example, the temporary stop display is not a mode in which the vehicle is completely stopped and displayed, but a mode in which the vehicle is displayed while slightly shaking.

When the variation pattern PA2-3 (super reach A) is out of range, the attack from the second friend character image 006IWC02 to the enemy character image 006IWC11 does not become effective after (23) in FIG. An effect display is performed in which the middle decoration pattern "1" is changed from the cracked state to the normal state again without being destroyed (FIG. 8-10 (38)).

Next, the enemy character image 006IWC11 is displayed in a pose in which both hands are raised diagonally (FIG. 8-10 (39)), and the center decoration pattern "1" is displayed superimposed on the enemy character image 006IWC11 (FIG. 8-10). (40)). Then, after the center decoration symbol "1", which is the losing combination, is displayed so as to shake four times, the image display device 5 is blacked out (FIG. 8-10 (41)), and the super ready-to-win (battle) effect is completed. .

When the super ready-to-win (battle) effect ends, the same background image as when the normal fluctuation was performed before the ready-to-win was established is displayed, and the lost symbol "212" is temporarily stopped and displayed (Fig. 8-10 ( 42)). After that, the lost symbol "212" is stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-10 (43)).

(Fanfare effect executed in a low probability state)
Next, the fanfare effect executed in the low-probability state will be described. 8-11 to 8-13 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the fanfare effect executed in the low probability state. It should be noted that screen transitions are assumed to occur in the ascending order of (1), (2), and (3) in any of the figures.

When a big win is achieved in a low-probability state, a fanfare effect is started after the big-win symbols are stopped and displayed, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-9 (37). In the fanfare effect executed in the low-probability state, first, the image display device 5 displays a background image with a radiating pattern, and at the upper right part of the display area displays the characters "Right-handed" and an arrow pointing to the right. . Then, the character display "B" appears from the upper side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-11 (1)), and then an effect display is performed in which the character display "B" moves to the center of the display area (FIG. 8-11 (2)).

Next, the character display "B" moves to the left side of the display area of the image display device 5, and an effect display is performed in which the character display "O" appears from the upper right side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-11). (3)). Next, when the character display "O" moves to the center in the vertical direction of the display area, it then moves to the center in the horizontal direction, and the character display "B" fades out from the left part of the display area to the outside. is performed (Fig. 8-11 (4)).

Next, the character display "O" moves to the left side of the display area of the image display device 5, and the character display "N" appears from the upper right side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-11). (5)). Next, when the character display "N" moves to the center in the vertical direction of the display area, it then moves to the center in the horizontal direction, and the character display "O" fades out from the left part of the display area to the outside. is performed (Fig. 8-11 (6)).

Next, the character display "N" moves to the left side of the display area of the image display device 5, and an effect display is performed in which the character display "U" appears from the upper right side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-11). (7)). Next, when the character display "U" moves to the center in the vertical direction of the display area, it then moves to the center in the horizontal direction, and the character display "N" fades out from the left part of the display area to the outside. is performed ((8) in FIG. 8-11).

Next, the character display "U" moves to the left side of the display area of the image display device 5, and the character display "S" appears from the upper right side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-12). (9)). Next, when the character display "S" moves to the center in the vertical direction of the display area, it then moves to the center in the horizontal direction, and the character display "U" fades out from the left part of the display area to the outside. is performed (Fig. 8-12 (10)). Next, on the image display device 5, the character display "U" and "S" are successively faded out from the left part of the display area to the outside (FIG. 8-12 (11)).

Next, on the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which "ONU" in the character display "BONUS" is enlarged and a glowing effect image is displayed (FIG. 8-12 (12)). Next, on the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which the entire character display "BONUS" and an effect image that shines around are displayed (FIG. 8-12 (13)).

Next, in the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which the color of the image being displayed is reversed (FIG. 8-12 (14)), and then the color of the image being displayed is reversed again (that is, restored). An effect display is performed (FIG. 8-12 (15)).

Next, a part of an arrow image resembling a rightward arrow appears from the left side of the display area of the image display device 5, and is superimposed on the character display "BONUS" (that is, in a higher layer than the character display "BONUS"). , an effect display is performed to move toward the right side of the display area (FIG. 8-12 (16)). The arrow image is overlaid with the characters "Right Hit", and at the time shown in FIG. 8-12 (16), part of the arrow image and part of the characters "Right Hit" appear.

Next, in the image display device 5, the tip of the arrow image moves to the vicinity of the center of the display area (FIG. 8-13 (17)), and when the tip of the arrow image reaches the right end of the display area (FIG. 8-13 (18)) , and an effect display is performed in which the player collides with the right end of the display area and moves toward the left side of the display area so as to bounce back (FIG. 8-13 (19)). After that, when the rear end of the arrow image reaches the left end of the display area, an effect display is performed to move toward the right side of the display area again. )), and the effect display of hitting the right end of the display area and moving toward the left side of the display area so as to bounce back is repeated (FIG. 8-13 (21)).

(ending production)
Next, the effect executed in the big win game state and the ending effect for notifying the end of the big win game state will be described. FIG. 8-14 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the ending effect when a big win is achieved in a low probability state and the game state is controlled to a big win game state.

In this example, a round (round game) in which the big winning opening is opened in the jackpot game state is executed a plurality of times. When the first round is started, as shown in FIG. 8-14(1), a first teammate character image 006IWC01, a second teammate character image 006IWC02 and a third teammate character are displayed in the center of the display area of the image display device 5. The image 006IWC03 is displayed, the round display "ROUND1" indicating the current number of rounds is displayed in the upper left part of the display area, and the character display "Right hit" and an arrow image pointing to the right are displayed in the upper right part of the display area. In the lower right part of the area, an effect display is performed in which an acquired point display "00000" indicating points based on the game balls paid out as prize balls is displayed.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (2), when the game ball enters the big winning hole and the prize ball is paid out, an effect display is performed in which the obtained point display "00047" is displayed. After that, when the final round ends, a first teammate character image 006IWC01, a second teammate character image 006IWC02, and a third teammate character image 006IWC03 are displayed in the center of the display area of the image display device 5, as shown in FIG. 8-14(3). are displayed in a state of holding hands, a round display "FINAL" is displayed in the upper left part of the display area, and an acquired point display "00440" is displayed in the lower right part of the display area.

In this example, a powerful RUSH mode and a patrol attack mode are provided as production modes for the high-probability state. Then, when the high probability state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game state, a performance mode determination period is provided in which the performance mode can be determined before the end of the jackpot game state. An effect is performed to determine whether the effect mode should be set.

Specifically, when the final round ends (FIG. 8-14 (3)), it becomes a production mode determination period that is part of the ending production, and as shown in FIG. 8-14 (4), the image display device 5 , the display area is darkened (for example, the background is switched to black), and the character display of "Select a mode!" is displayed. Behind the character display "Select a mode!" The second effect mode image 006IWG03b corresponding to the mode "Pato Pat Attack" is displayed in gray indicating that it is inactive.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-14 (5), the display area of the image display device 5 becomes bright again, and the first effect mode image 006IWG03a corresponding to the effect mode "Powerful RUSH" and the effect mode "Patopato Attack" An effect display is performed in which a second effect mode image 006IWG03b corresponding to , and a push button image 006IWG02 are displayed. In the example shown in FIG. 8-14(5), the first effect mode image 006IWG03a is selected from the first effect mode image 006IWG03a and the second effect mode image 006IWG03b. The mode image 006IWG03a is a colorful and enlarged highlighting that suggests the selected state, and the second effect mode image 006IWG03b is a gray display that suggests the non-selected state.

Here, when the player performs an operation of tilting the stick controller 31A to the right, as shown in FIG. The second effect mode image 006IWG03b is colorfully enlarged and emphasized to indicate that it is in the selected state. Then, when the player presses the push button 31B, the effect mode corresponding to the currently selected second effect mode image 006IWG03b is determined, and the effect mode determination period ends.

After that, as shown in Fig. 8-14 (7), the logo of the game machine maker is displayed, and then, as shown in Fig. 8-14 (8), the character display reads "Pachinko/Pachislot is moderately enjoyable." is displayed, and the ending effect in the jackpot game state ends.

(Super Reach (Patopato Attack) production)
Next, a description will be given of the super reach (Patopato Attack) effect that is executed as one of the super reach in the high probability state. FIGS. 8-15 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of patrol lamps used in the super reach (patto patrol attack) effect.

FIG. 8-15(A) is a specific example showing a patrol trump image 006IWG01 and a second teammate character image 006IWC02 used in a super reach (patto attack) effect.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-15(A), a scene is provided in which a patrol card (a patrol card image 006IWG01) and a character (a second teammate character image 006IWC02) are in contact with each other. For example, the scenes shown in FIGS. 8-17 (11) to (12), FIGS. 8-18 (11) to (12′), FIGS. Applicable.

More specifically, the tool (patrol string image 006IWG01a) of the patrol card (patrol card image 006IWG01) is in contact with the character (second teammate character image 006IWC02). Also, in this example, a scene in which the character (second teammate character image 006IWC02) wears a patrol lamp (pattern image 006IWG01) is provided as a scene in which the patrol lamp is in contact with the character. For example, the scenes shown in FIGS. 8-17 (11) and 8-18 (11) correspond.

As described above, in this example, the patrol trump (patrol trump image 006IWG01) and the character (second ally character image 006IWC02) are in a close relationship, synergistically increasing their effects.

In addition, in this example, there is a scene in which a patrol card (pattern card image 006IWG01) and a character (second teammate character image 006IWC02) are in contact with each other. , the color of the patrol card (the patrol card image 006IWG01), the color of the patrol card string (the patrol card string image 006IWG01a), and the hair color of the character (the second ally character image 006IWC02) are different from each other (or colors of different systems). It is configured.

In this example, as an expression of the state in which the patrol lamp and the character are in contact with each other, the character wears a corded hat-shaped patrol lamp. Various forms can be employed, such as a form in which a character wears a helmet to which a patrol lamp is adhered, and a form in which a band to which a patrol lamp is adhered is wrapped around the character's arm.

FIG. 8-15(B) is a specific example showing the display mode of the patrol trump image 006IWG01 used in the Super Reach (Patrol Attack) rendering.

The left side of FIG. 8-15(B) shows a patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in a non-lighting mode (dark red mode), and the right side of FIG. 8-15(B) shows a lighting mode (red glowing mode). A patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is shown. As shown on the left side of FIG. 8-15(B), when the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a non-lighting mode, it is displayed in dark red and in a non-lighting mode. On the other hand, as shown on the right side of FIG. 8-15(B), when the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode, it is displayed in a mode in which it glows red and emits light. Further, when the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is continuously displayed in the lighting mode for a predetermined period, as shown in FIGS. , are displayed in a manner in which the direction of light emission rotates.

In this example, when Super Reach (Pato Pato Attack) is executed, the scene before the scene that announces whether it is a big hit or not (hereinafter, the scene that announces the success or failure is the announcement scene, and the scene before the announcement scene is The scene is also called a pre-announcement scene), the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a non-lighting mode. After the pre-announcement scene, the patrol-trump image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode when a big win is announced in the announcing scene, and the patrol-trump image 006IWG01 is displayed in a non-lighting mode when a loss is announced. be done.

Therefore, it can be said that the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode shown on the right side of FIG. The patrol lamp image 006IWG01 shown in the non-lighting mode can be said to be a mode in which the jackpot is not announced (hereinafter also referred to as a non-notification mode).

Note that the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode is a mode that does not notify that the jackpot is won, but when it is displayed in the scene before the notification, it still notifies that it is a jackpot or a loss. When it is displayed after the announcement scene, it means that it is not a big hit but a loss.

FIGS. 8-16 to 8-20 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of super reach (Patopato Attack) which is executed when the high probability state and the production mode "Patopato Attack". Of Figures 8-16 to 8-20, Figures 8-16 to 8-17 (or Figure 8-18) and Figure 8-19 show fluctuation display of fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (shortening fluctuation) deviation This is a specific example of a case in which an effect is executed based on the variation pattern PB2-4 (super reach B) big hit after being hit. Of Figures 8-16 to 8-20, Figures 8-16 to 8-17 (or Figure 8-18) and Figure 8-20 display fluctuation patterns out of fluctuation pattern PA1-2 (shortened fluctuation). Variation pattern PA2-4 (super reach B) is a specific example of a case in which an effect is executed based on a deviation after being hit.

When the production mode "Patpat Attack" is selected when the jackpot game state ends, when the game in the high probability state is started after the jackpot game state ends, it is shown in FIG. 8-16 (1). The title of the production mode "Patopato Attack" is displayed like this. In the example shown in FIG. 8-16(1), a character display of "PATO PATO ATTACK" is displayed in the center of the display area of the image display device 5, and a plurality of patrol lamp images are displayed as the background image.

Next, on the image display device 5, the first teammate character image 006IWC01 on the right side of the display area and the third teammate character image 006IWC03 on the left side of the display area are displayed so as to face each other, and the patrol card image 006IWG01 is positioned between these characters. An effect display is performed (FIG. 8-16 (2)). Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-16(2), the upper limit of the number of fluctuations to be controlled to the high probability state is set to 100 times. The number of remaining fluctuations display "100 times remaining" indicating the number of remaining fluctuations is displayed.

Next, when the variation display of the variation pattern PA1-2 (shortened variation) is started, the decorative pattern in the lower right part of the display area of the image display device 5 and the small pattern in the upper center of the display area are displayed in a variable manner. Display is performed (FIG. 8-16 (3)). Then, the decorative pattern in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5 and the small pattern in the upper center portion of the display area are displayed in combination with the missing pattern "154" (FIG. 8-16 (4)). At this time, the image display device 5 displays the number of remaining fluctuations "99 times remaining".

Next, when the variable display based on the variable pattern PA2-4 (super reach B) or the variable pattern PB2-4 (super reach B) is started, the patrol card image 006IWG01 shakes on the image display device 5, and the first ally character An effect display is performed in which the image 006IWC01 and the third teammate character image 006IWC03 notice an anomaly (FIG. 8-16 (5)). Then, in the image display device 5, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is temporarily contracted ((6) in FIG. 8-16), and an effect display is performed in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 jumps up ((7) in FIG. 8-16). After that, the Super Reach (Patopato Attack) effect is started, so the effects shown in Fig. 8-16 (5) to (7) are effects suggesting that the Super Reach (Patopato Attack) will be executed. I can say.

When Super Reach (Patrol Attack) is started, a title is displayed as shown in FIG. 8-17 (8). Specifically, the title display includes a plurality of patrol-trump images 006IWG01 and a character display of "Patopato" related to the patrol, and the character display of "Patopato" related to the patrol is displayed larger than the other character displays "push chance". be done. With such a configuration, the patrol lamp can be strongly recognized by the player. Note that the example shown in FIG. 8-17 (8) is not the only example. For example, only the character display "Patopato" may be displayed with an effect display or operated so as to be emphasized more than the other character displays. You may do so.

In this example, at the start of the super reach (patrol attack) that uses the patrol card image 006IWG01 to announce the success or failure, as shown in FIG. By keeping the rotated decorative pattern as it is, it is possible to concentrate more on the patrol card image 006IWG01. Also, in this example, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (13), which will be described later, after the jackpot announcement using the patrol trump image 006IWG01 is performed, the patterns are shown in the scenes after FIG. 8-19 (17). , a patrol card image 006IWG01, and a big win announcement with matching patterns, so that the player can be more impressed with the big win.

Next, on the image display device 5, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed (FIG. 8-17 (9)), followed by the falling patrol trump image 006IWG01 (FIG. 8-17 (10)), which is falling. The second teammate character image 006IWC02 wears the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 (FIG. 8-17 (11)).

Next, on the image display device 5, together with the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02, the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display "Push!" (Fig. 8-17 (12)). At this time, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed with a look full of expectation.

Here, a modification will be described in which continuous hitting operation of the push button 31B is required in Super Reach (Pato Pat Attack). FIG. 8-18 is an explanatory diagram showing a modified example in which repeated hitting operations are required in Super Reach (Patopato Attack). In the modified example shown in FIG. 8-18, the scenes in FIGS. ), a patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and a second teammate character image 006IWC02 are displayed together with a push button image 006IWG02 and the character display "Continuous Hit" as an action prompting display for prompting the player to repeatedly press the push button 31B. An effect display is performed (Fig. 8-18 (12')). At this time as well, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed with a look full of expectation.

Note that the patrol lamp images 006IWG01 shown in FIGS. 8-17 and 8-18 are both in the non-lighting mode. In the pre-announcement scenes shown in FIGS. 8-17 and 8-18, the image display device 5 uses a background image with a white-based color scheme.

In this example, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 (12) and 8-18 (12'), the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display of "Press!" (or at least a position where a part of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 overlaps in a visible state). With such a configuration, it is possible to draw attention to both the existence of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and the existence of the action prompting display.

It should be noted that when the action prompting display is displayed, for example, the patrol lamp, the character, and the action prompting display may each operate. FIG. 8-27 is an explanatory diagram showing a modification in which a patrol lamp image and a push button image are displayed in motion. In the example shown in FIG. 8-27, after the scene shown in FIG. 8-18 (12'), the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol card image 006IWG01 moves to the right, and the push button is displayed. The depressed portion of the button image 006IWG02 is displayed in a non-sinking state (FIG. 8-27 (1)), and then an action display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol card image 006IWG01 moves to the left. At the same time, the pressed portion of the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed in a sunken state (FIG. 8-27 (2)). Then, again, an operation display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol trump image 006IWG01 moves to the right, and the pressed portion of the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed in a state where it is not sunk (Fig. 8-27 ( 3)), and then, a second ally character image 006IWC02 wearing a patrol trump image 006IWG01 moves to the left, and the pressed part of the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed in a sunken state (Fig. 8-27(4)). In other words, the action display in which the patrol card image 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 move left and right, and the action display in which the pressed portion of the push button image 006IWG02 sinks or returns to its original state, are displayed after the action promotion period of the push button 31B has passed. is repeated until

In the modification shown in FIG. 8-27, the operation of the push button image 006IWG02, the operation of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01, and the operation of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 are displayed so as not to synchronize with each other. Specifically, the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed so that the button portion is not depressed (Fig. 8-27 (1)) and is depressed (Fig. 8-27 (2)). The patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 are motion-displayed so as to repeatedly move to the right (FIG. 8-27(1)) and to the left (FIG. 8-27(2)), and move mutually. appears to be out of sync. With such a configuration, attention can be drawn to any display.

As shown in FIG. 8-17 (12) or FIG. 8-18 (12'), after the action prompting display prompting the player's action is displayed, when a predetermined action is performed (or when the action promotion period ends) ), variation pattern PB2-4 (super reach B) When super reach is executed based on the jackpot, as shown in FIG. The patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode. In this scene, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol card image 006IWG01 is not displayed, and only the patrol card image 006IWG01 is displayed. At this time, in conjunction with displaying the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode, notification sounds are output from the speakers 8L and 8R. In this example, from when the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 shown in FIG. 8-19 (13) is displayed in the lighting mode, when the jackpot pattern shown in FIG. Until then, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode in which the emitting direction of light is rotated by rotating the mechanism that emits light while shining red.

Next, on the image display device 5, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the lit patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed with a surprised expression (FIG. 8-19 (14)). Also, at this time, in conjunction with the display of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 with a surprised expression, a character voice sound corresponding to the character, "Ha", is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. For example, after the scene shown in FIG. 8-19(13) and before the scene shown in FIG. It may be displayed in the same facial expression mode as the scene.

Next, on the image display device 5, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the lit patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed with a happy expression (FIG. 8-19 (15)). Also, at this time, in conjunction with the display of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 with a happy facial expression, a character voice sound of "yeah!" with a tone corresponding to the character is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, on the image display device 5, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed in a mode of making a happy action (in this example, raising both hands and jumping) (Fig. 8- 19(16)). Also, at this time, in conjunction with the display of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 in a mode of making happy motions, a character voice sound of "wai, wai" in a voice tone corresponding to the character is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. .

Next, on the image display device 5, the jackpot pattern "222" is displayed superimposed on the second teammate character image 006IWC02 (FIG. 8-19 (17)), and the jackpot pattern "222" is gradually enlarged and displayed (FIG. 8-19 (18)), and eventually the image is enlarged and displayed so as to cover the entire display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-19 (19)). After that, on the image display device 5, the normal size jackpot symbol "222" is temporarily stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-19 (20)), and finally the jackpot pattern "222" is stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-19 ( 21)).

As shown in FIG. 8-19, when the big hit is announced, from the timing of the announcement (FIG. 8-19 (13)) until the big hit symbol "222" is stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-19 (21) ), the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is always in a lighting mode, and is operatively displayed such that the direction of emitting light rotates. Further, in the scene shown in FIGS. 8-19 where the big hit is announced, the image display device 5 uses a background image with a red-based color scheme.

As shown in FIG. 8-17 (12) or FIG. 8-18 (12'), after the action prompting display prompting the player's action is displayed, when a predetermined action is performed (or when the action promotion period ends) ), when the super reach (patent attack) is executed based on the deviation of the variation pattern PA2-4 (super reach B), as shown in FIG. 8-20 (22), the image display device 5 A second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing a patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in a non-lighting state is displayed in a disappointing manner. Also, at this time, in conjunction with the disappointing display of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode, a voice tone corresponding to the character, "Sorry, let's do our best next time." !” is output from the speakers 8L and 8R.

Next, on the image display device 5, the first teammate character image 006IWC01 and the third teammate character image 006IWC03 before the start of the super reach (the patrol attack) face each other, and the patrol card image 006IWG01 is positioned between these characters. A performance display is performed, and a lost symbol "212" is displayed as a combination of decorative symbols in the lower right portion of the display area (FIG. 8-20 (23)). After that, a small symbol "212" is displayed in the upper part of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-20 (24)), and the remaining variation number display "98 remaining times" is displayed in the lower right part of the display area. In the scene shown in FIG. 8-20 where the failure is announced, the image display device 5 uses a background image with a white-based color scheme.

In this example, in the pre-announcement scene, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a non-lighting mode (a dark red mode), and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a mode of expression full of expectation (Fig. 8-17 (12 ), see FIG. 8-18 (12′)), if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode (red glowing mode) (FIG. 8-19 (13) ), and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a happy manner (see FIGS. 8-19 (15) and (16)). On the other hand, if the result of the lottery is a non-winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a non-lighting mode (a dark red mode), and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a disappointing mode ( See Figure 8-20 (22)). With such a configuration, winning or non-winning can be conveyed in an easy-to-understand manner by changing the display mode of the character supplementarily while suggesting winning or not in the form of patrol lamps.

Further, in this example, if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode without displaying the character as shown in FIG. As shown in 8-19 (14) to (16), the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode, and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a happy mode. On the other hand, if the result of the lottery is that the player has not won the lottery, after the pre-announcement scene, as shown in FIG. displayed in a manner that With such a configuration, only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed without displaying the character when announcing the winning, so that the content of the announcement can be made easy to understand.

In this example, if the result of the lottery is winning, after the scene shown in FIG. 8-19(13) and before the scene shown in FIG. After that, the second ally character image 006IWC02 is displayed with a surprised facial expression (Fig. 8-19 (14)), a happy facial expression (Fig. 8-19 (15)), and a happy action. It may be displayed in the order of (FIG. 8-19 (16)). With such a configuration, the facial expression of the character transitions to the facial expression that the player wants to hold, so it is possible to provide an environment in which the player can easily agree and enjoy.

In this example, the background image of the image display device 5 is the first color in the pre-announcement scene (white color scheme in this example). If the result of the lottery is not won, after the pre-announcement scene, the color of the same system as the first color (in this example, the color scheme of white) ). With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize winning or non-winning from the change in the background color.

Also, in this example, in the pre-announcement scene, an action promotion display prompting the player to take action is displayed at a position where the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 can be visually recognized. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-17(12) and 8-18(12'), the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display of "press!" position (or at least a position where a portion of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 overlaps in a visible manner). Then, when the result of the lottery is winning, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode when the player performs an action during the action promotion period in which the action promotion display is displayed. Specifically, when the push button 31B is pressed in the state shown in FIG. 8-17 (12), or when the push button 31B is repeatedly pressed in the state shown in FIG. 8-19 (13), and the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode. With such a configuration, winning or non-winning can be conveyed in an easy-to-understand manner by changing the display mode of the character supplementarily while suggesting winning or not in the form of patrol lamps. Further, by displaying the action prompting display at a position where the patrol lamp can be visually recognized, attention can be drawn to both the presence of the patrol lamp and the presence of the action prompting display.

In this example, the action-promoting display includes an image-promoting display imitating an object to perform an action and a text-promoting display using characters. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-17(12), 8-18(12'), and 8-27, the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display of "press!" . Both the image-promoting display and the character-promoting display are displayed so as not to completely cover the patrol lamp. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-17(12) and 8-18(12'), the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display of "press!" position (or at least a position where a portion of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 overlaps in a visible manner). With such a configuration, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 can always be noticed.

Also, in this example, an announcement sound is output in conjunction with displaying the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode, and then the voice of the character is output. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (13), the notification sound is output in conjunction with displaying the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode, and then in FIGS. 8-19 (14) to (16) As shown, character voices such as "Hah", "Yatta", and "Yay, yee" are output in voice tones corresponding to the characters. With such a configuration, by sequentially outputting the announcement sound and the voice of the character, winning can be excited.

Further, in this example, when the result of the lottery is no winning, the sound corresponding to displaying the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode is not output, but the voice of the character is output. For example, as shown in FIG. 8-20 (22), the sound corresponding to displaying the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting state is not output, and the character voice of the voice tone corresponding to the character "Sorry, next time do your best!" to output With such a configuration, it is possible to recognize the aspect of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01, that is, whether or not it is appropriate, depending on whether or not the notification sound is output. In the case of non-winning, no notification sound is output, but the voice of the character is output, thereby avoiding the situation where there is no sound and the player is getting too excited, and the disappointment of the player can be reduced. .

As for the period during which the notification sound and the voice of the character are output, for example, as shown in FIG. As shown in 8-19 (14) to (16), it is longer than the period for outputting each character voice of "Hah", "Yatta", and "Yay, yee" as the voice of the character. As shown in (16), the period for outputting each character voice such as "ha", "yatta", "wai, wai" in the voice corresponding to the character at the time of the big hit is as shown in Fig. 8-20 (22) In addition, it may be set to be longer than the period for outputting the character voice "Good luck next time!" With such a configuration, the notification can be appealed by outputting the notification sound, and the winning can be excited. . In addition, when the game is not won, the notification sound is not output, but the voice of the character is output, thereby avoiding the situation where there is no sound and the player is getting too excited, and the disappointment of the player can be reduced. .

In this example, after the scene shown in FIG. 8-17 (12) or FIG. While there is a scene in which the image 006IWC02 is not displayed and only the patrol card image 006IWG01 is temporarily displayed, such a scene is provided when super reach (patto patrol attack), which results in a loss, is being executed. No, but such scenes may be provided, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-40.

FIG. 8-40 is an explanatory diagram showing a modified example of the patrol trump image displayed when the winning is not won. In the modification shown in FIG. 8-40, after the scene shown in FIG. 8-17 (12) or FIG. 8-18 (12'), the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is not displayed and the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode is displayed. is displayed (Fig. 8-40 (1)).

8-20 (22), the image display device 5 displays the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the unlit state in a disappointing manner (FIG. 8-20(22)). 40(2)). Also, at this time, in conjunction with the disappointing display of the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode, a voice tone corresponding to the character, "Sorry, let's do our best next time." !” is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. After that, effects similar to those shown in FIGS. 8-20 (23) and (24) are executed (FIGS. 8-40 (3) and (4)).

When the modification shown in FIG. 8-40 is applied, the size of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 when it is displayed in the lighting mode is better after the pre-announcement scene when the result of the lottery is non-winning. Larger than when displayed in lit mode. Specifically, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode after the winning announcement shown in FIG. Display size is large. Further, when the result of the lottery is non-winning, the display in the non-lighting mode after the pre-announcement scene is larger than the non-lighting mode in the pre-announcement scene. Specifically, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-notification mode after the deviation notification shown in FIG. 8-40 (1) is the pre-announcement scene shown in FIGS. The display size is larger than that of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-announcement mode. With such a configuration, winning can be favorably appealed by enlarging the patrol lamp when announcing winning. In addition, even in the non-lighting mode, the non-winning scene can be easily recognized by making the scene appear larger than the scene before the announcement when notifying the non-winning.

(Super reach (powerful RUSH) production)
Next, the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect executed as one of the super reach in the high probability state will be described.

FIGS. 8-21 to 8-24 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of super reach (powerful RUSH) executed when the high probability state and production mode "powerful RUSH". When the production mode "powerful RUSH" is selected when the jackpot game state ends, when the high probability state game is started after the jackpot game state ends, as shown in FIG. 8-21 (1) , the title of the production mode "powerful RUSH" is displayed. In the example shown in FIG. 8-21(1), the characters "POWERFUL RUSH" are displayed in the center of the display area of the image display device 5, and the second mini-character image 006IWC05 is displayed in the lower left and lower right portions of the display area. It is

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-21 (2), the background image of the image display device 5 is switched to the background image for Powerful RUSH, and the decoration pattern (the display result of the previous variation "222") is displayed in the center of the display area. be done. Further, in the example shown in FIG. 8-21(2), the upper limit of the number of fluctuations to be controlled to the high probability state is set to 100 times. The number of remaining fluctuations display "100 times remaining" indicating the number of remaining fluctuations is displayed.

Next, when the variation display of the variation pattern PA1-2 (shortened variation) is started, the decoration pattern in the central part of the display area of the image display device 5 and the small pattern in the upper part of the display area are variably displayed. Display is performed (FIG. 8-21 (3)). Then, the decorative pattern in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5 and the small pattern in the upper center portion of the display area are displayed in combination with the missing pattern "154" (FIG. 8-21 (4)). At this time, the image display device 5 displays the number of remaining fluctuations "99 times remaining".

Next, when the variable display based on the variable pattern PA2-4 (super reach B) or the variable pattern PB2-4 (super reach B) is started (FIG. 8-21 (5)), the image display device 5 performs the second A cut-in image including the teammate character image 006IWC02 and the character display "This sign!?" is superimposed and displayed (FIG. 8-21 (7)), and then an effect display is performed in which the cut-in image disappears (FIG. 8-21 (8)). Since super reach (powerful RUSH) is started after this, the effects of FIGS.

Next, when the left and right decorative patterns "2" are in the reach state (Fig. 8-22 (9)), and the middle decorative patterns "1" and "2" are displayed (Fig. 8-22 (10)), A push button image 006IWG02 and a character display "Push!" are displayed as an action prompting display (FIG. 8-22 (11)).

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (11), after the action promotion display prompting the player's action is displayed, when the pressing operation is performed (or when the action promotion period ends), the variation pattern PB2-4 ( Super reach B) When super reach (powerful RUSH) is executed based on the big win, the big win symbol "222" is temporarily stopped and displayed as shown in FIG. 8-22 (12). On the other hand, when super reach (powerful RUSH) is executed based on the variation pattern PA2-4 (super reach B) loss, as shown in FIG. After that, as shown in FIG. 8-22 (14), the lost symbol "212" is stopped and displayed.

Here, a modification will be described in which continuous hitting operation of the push button 31B is required in super reach (powerful RUSH). FIG. 8-23 is an explanatory diagram showing a modified example in which repeated hitting operations are required in super reach (powerful RUSH). In the modification shown in FIG. 8-23, after the scene of FIG. 8-21(8), as shown in FIG. , a light effect image including character displays "Consecutive hit challenge" and "Light up FEVER" is displayed. Next, along with the second teammate character image 006IWC02, the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display "FEVER" are displayed as an action prompting display for prompting the player to repeatedly press the push button 31B. ] is changed to a lighting mode (FIG. 8-23 (16)). In the scene shown in FIG. 8-23 (16), only the letter "F" of the letter display "FEVER" has changed to a mode in which it is illuminated.

Then, when super reach (powerful RUSH) is executed based on the variation pattern PB2-4 (super reach B) jackpot, in response to repeated hitting operations satisfying the execution conditions (or during the action promotion period) ), all the characters of the character display "FEVER" are changed to a lighting mode, and an effect display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a happy mode (Fig. 8-23 (17)). . On the other hand, when super reach (powerful RUSH) is executed based on the variation pattern PA2-4 (super reach B) deviation, all the characters of the character display "FEVER" are displayed according to the end of the action promotion period An effect display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a disappointing manner along with the non-illuminating state (FIG. 8-23 (18)). Then, the lost symbol "212" is temporarily stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-23 (19)), and thereafter the lost symbol "212" is stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-23 (20)). In addition, in the modified example in which the push button 31B is required to be pressed repeatedly in the super reach (powerful RUSH) shown in FIG. , FIG. 8-23 (15) shows a transition to a scene in which the character display "continuous hit challenge" etc. is displayed, but not limited to such a configuration, for example, FIG. After the scene in which all the decorative patterns shown are displayed in a variable manner, the reach mode is entered in which the left and right decorative patterns are aligned, and then the character display "Continuous Hit Challenge" shown in Fig. 8-23 (15) is displayed. You may make it Also, in this case, the reduced decoration pattern may be displayed in a ready-to-win mode during the continuous hit challenge.

8-22 (12) or FIG. 8-23 (17), the background image of the radial pattern is displayed on the image display device 5, and the movable body 32 is displayed from the initial position. A movable object effect of moving to the effect position on the front of the device 5 is executed (FIG. 8-24 (21)). Next, the movable body 32 is stopped at the effect position on the front surface of the image display device 5 for a predetermined period (FIG. 8-24 (22)), and thereafter the movable body 32 is controlled to return from the effect position to the initial position (FIG. 8- 24(23)).

Next, the second mini-character image 006IWC05 is displayed in the lower left and lower right portions of the display area of the image display device 5, and the jackpot symbol "222" is displayed in the center of the display area (Fig. 8-24 (24)). , the jackpot symbol "222" is gradually enlarged and displayed (FIG. 8-24 (25)), and eventually enlarged and displayed to cover the entire display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-24 (26)). After that, on the image display device 5, the normal size jackpot symbol "222" is temporarily stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-24 (27)), and finally the jackpot pattern "222" is stopped and displayed (FIG. 8-24 ( 28)).

(Fanfare effect executed in a high probability state)
Next, the fanfare effect executed in the high-probability state will be described. FIGS. 8-25 and 8-26 are explanatory diagrams showing specific examples of the fanfare effect executed in the high probability state.

When a big win is achieved in a high probability state, fanfare effects are started after the big win symbols are stopped and displayed, for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-19 (21) and 8-24 (28). In the fanfare effect executed in the high-probability state, first, the image display device 5 displays a background image with a radial pattern, and at the upper right part of the display area displays the characters "Right-handed" and an arrow pointing to the right. . Then, the character display "super" appears from the upper side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-25 (1)), and then an effect display is performed in which the character display "super" moves to the center of the display area (FIG. 8-25 (1)). 8-25(2)).

Next, on the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which the character display "POWERFUL" is enlarged so that a part of it protrudes from the display area (FIG. 8-26 (3)). Next, in the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which the character display "POWERFUL" is entirely displayed within the display area (FIG. 8-26 (4)).

Next, part of the character display "BONUS" appears from the lower side of the display area of the image display device 5 (FIG. 8-25 (5)), and then the character display "BONUS" moves to the center of the display area and is displayed entirely. An effect display is performed so that it is displayed so as to fit within the area (FIG. 8-25 (6)).

Next, on the image display device 5, the character displays "super", "powerful", and "BONUS" are enlarged, and an effect display is performed in which a part of each is displayed so as to protrude from the display area (FIG. 8-25 (7)). ). After that, on the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which the character displays "super", "powerful", and "BONUS" are displayed so as to be entirely within the respective display areas (FIG. 8-25 (8)).

Next, in the image display device 5, an effect display is performed in which the color of the image being displayed is reversed (FIG. 8-26 (9)), and then the color of the image being displayed is reversed again (that is, restored). An effect display is performed (FIG. 8-26 (10)).

Next, a portion of an arrow image resembling a rightward arrow appears from the left side of the display area of the image display device 5 ((11) in FIG. 8-26), and is superimposed on the character display "super", "powerful", and "BONUS". In the form (that is, in a layer higher than the character display "super", "powerful", and "BONUS"), an effect display is performed that moves toward the right side of the display area (FIG. 8-26 (12)). In addition, the arrow image is overlaid with the characters "Right shot".

Next, in the image display device 5, when the tip of the arrow image reaches the right end of the display area ((13) in FIG. 8-26), the effect display moves toward the left side of the display area so as to bounce off the right end of the display area. is performed (Fig. 8-26 (14)). After that, when the rear end of the arrow image reaches the left end of the display area, an effect display is performed to move toward the right side of the display area again (FIG. 8-26 (15)), and the front end of the arrow image reaches the right end of the display area. When it reaches the right end of the display area, the effect display of moving toward the left side of the display area so as to bounce back is repeated (FIG. 8-26 (16)).

(Performance period)
Next, the effect period of each effect will be described. FIG. 8-28 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each performance period in the case of a big win in Super Reach (Battle). Scenes (25) to (37) shown in FIG. 8-28 respectively correspond to scenes shown in (25) to (31) in FIG. 8-8 and (32) to (37) in FIG. 8-9. The scene (26a) shown in FIG. 8-28 corresponds to the scene after FIG. 8-8 (26) and before FIG. 8-8 (27).

As shown in FIG. 8-28, when the super reach (battle) results in a big hit, the character action period during which the movable body effects shown in (25) to (26a) are performed is 1.7 seconds, and ( 27) to (28) show that the enemy character is defeated for 5 seconds, and (29) to (37) show that the big hit symbols are stopped and displayed for 3.8 seconds.

FIG. 8-29 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each presentation period when a super reach (powerful RUSH) wins a big hit. Scenes (11) to (28) shown in FIG. 8-29 respectively correspond to scenes shown in (11) to (12) in FIG. 8-22 and (21) to (28) in FIG. 8-24.

As shown in FIG. 8-29, when a super reach (powerful RUSH) results in a big win, the operation promotion period shown in (11) is 3 seconds, and the big win patterns shown in (12) are aligned (the big win is announced). The period is 1 second, the role product operation period shown in (21) to (23) is 2.2 seconds, and the pattern output period in which the jackpot patterns are stopped and displayed shown in (24) to (28) is 3.8 seconds. ing.

FIG. 8-30 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each performance period in the case of a big win in Super Reach (Pato Pato Attack). Scenes (8) to (21) shown in FIG. 8-30 respectively correspond to scenes shown in FIGS. 8-17 (8) to (12) and FIGS. 8-19 (13) to (21). Note that FIG. 8-30 shows an example in which the push button 31B is not pressed during the action promotion period.

As shown in FIG. 8-30, when the super reach (Patopato Attack) results in a big hit, the title notification period shown in (8) is 2 seconds, and the introduction period shown in (9) to (11) is 5.5 seconds. 5 seconds, the operation promotion period shown in (12) is 3 seconds, and the period of announcing the big hit shown in (13) to (21) (the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is in the lighting mode) is 7.5 seconds.

In this example, the period during which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode in super reach (patent attack) is longer than the period during which the movable body 32 is operated in super reach (powerful RUSH). Specifically, the period (7.5 seconds) in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 shown in FIG. long. With such a configuration, it is possible to give an impression of the notification by securing a sufficient period of time during which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode.

Also, in this example, the effect period of super reach (powerful RUSH) and the effect period of super reach (patto attack) are each an epilogue period (for example, the celebration and afterglow from when the player is notified of the big hit to when the pattern is determined). period, the period during which the ending scene of the super reach production is played). In the epilogue period of Super Reach (Powerful RUSH), the movable body 32 is positioned at the initial position as shown in FIGS. 8-24 (24) to (28) and FIGS. , the combination of the second mini-character 006IWC05 and the decorative pattern serving as a jackpot pattern "222" is displayed. On the other hand, during the epilogue period of Super Reach (Pato Pat Attack), as shown in FIGS. 8-19 (17) to (21) and FIGS. In this state, a combination of decoration symbols "222" which is a big hit symbol is displayed. With such a configuration, super reach (powerful RUSH) and super reach (patto attack) have different effects during the epilogue period, so that each can be impressive. Especially during the epilogue period of Super Reach (Pato Pat Attack), the jackpot pattern is displayed while the Patrump image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode, so that the winning of Super Reach (Pato Pat Attack) can be impressed. can.

FIG. 8-31 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of each performance period in the case where each Super Reach is lost. Figure 8-31 (A) is an example of a gap in Super Reach (battle), and the scenes (42) to (43) shown in Figure 8-31 (A) are shown in Figure 8-10 (42). (43) respectively correspond to the scenes shown. In addition, Figure 8-31 (B) is an example of deviation in super reach (powerful RUSH), each scene of (18) to (20) shown in Figure 8-31 (B) is Figure 8-23 (18) to (20) respectively correspond to the scenes shown. In addition, FIG. 8-31 (C) is an example of a deviation in super reach (Patopato Attack), and each scene of (22) to (24) shown in FIG. 8-31 (C) is 20(22) to 20(24) respectively correspond to the scenes shown.

As shown in FIG. 8-31(A), in the event of a loss in Super Reach (battle), the loss is reported for 1.5 seconds in each scene of (42) to (43). In addition, as shown in FIG. 8-31(B), when a super reach (powerful RUSH) results in a loss, a 3.5-second loss notification is performed in each of scenes (18) to (20). Also, as shown in FIG. 8-31(C), when a super reach (patent attack) results in a loss, a four-second loss notification is given in each of the scenes (22) to (24).

Next, regarding Super Reach (Powerful RUSH), an effect period corresponding to the timing at which a predetermined action is performed will be described. FIG. 8-32 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a display period of fluctuation display of decorative symbols according to the timing of notification by pressing the push button 31B in the super reach (powerful RUSH) jackpot.

FIG. 8-32(A) shows that the pressing operation is performed immediately (approximately 0 seconds later) after the start of the operation promoting period during the operation promoting period for prompting the pressing operation of the push button 31 shown in FIG. 8-22(11). In this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbols are stopped is about 7.4 seconds, during which the jackpot symbols shown in FIG. The pattern shaking period to be performed is about 4 seconds.

FIG. 8-32(B) shows a case where the pressing operation is performed approximately one second after the start of the operation promoting period during the operation promoting period for prompting the pressing operation of the push button 31 shown in FIG. 8-22(11). This is an example, and in this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbols are stopped and displayed is about 6.4 seconds, during which the jackpot symbols shown in FIG. The period is about 3 seconds.

FIG. 8-32(C) is an example of a case in which the push button 31 is not pushed during the action promotion period for prompting the pushing operation of the push button 31 shown in FIGS. 8-22(11) and 8-29(11). In this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbols are stopped and displayed is about 4.4 seconds. The symbol shaking period during which the stop display is performed is about 1 second. As described above, in this example, the temporary stop display of the big win pattern is performed, although the subsequent performance period differs depending on whether or not the push button 31 is pressed, and if the push button 31 is pressed, depending on the timing. The production period is adjusted by making the pattern shaking period different. That is, the length of only the pattern fluctuation period is changed, and the other performance periods are configured to always have a common length. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the effect control from becoming complicated.

FIG. 8-33 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a fluctuation display period of decorative patterns according to the timing at which notification is made by repeatedly hitting the push button 31B in the variation of the super reach (powerful RUSH) jackpot.

FIG. 8-33(A) shows that, in the action promotion period for prompting repeated pressing of the push button 31 shown in FIG. This is an example of the case where the announcement is made (that is, after a repeated hit operation that satisfies the execution condition is performed). Among them, the symbol shaking period for temporary stop display of the big hit symbol shown in FIG. 8-24 (27) is about 4 seconds.

FIG. 8-33(B) shows an example in which an announcement is made about 4 seconds after the start of the action promotion period in the action promotion period that prompts repeated pressing of the push button 31 shown in FIG. 8-22 (16) (that is, This is an example in which the continuous hitting operation that satisfies the execution condition is not performed and the notification is made at the end of the action promotion period), and in this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed is about 4.4 seconds. Among them, the symbol shaking period during which the temporary stop display of the big winning symbol shown in FIG. 8-24 (27) is performed is about 1 second. As described above, in this example, the performance period after that differs depending on the timing when the notification is made, but the performance period is adjusted by varying the pattern fluctuation period for temporary stop display of the big win pattern. That is, the length of only the pattern fluctuation period is changed, and the other performance periods are configured to always have a common length. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the effect control from becoming complicated.

Next, regarding Super Reach (Patopato Attack), an effect period corresponding to the timing at which a predetermined action is performed will be described. FIG. 8-34 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect period corresponding to the timing at which an announcement is made by depressing the push button 31B in the super reach (patto attack) jackpot.

FIG. 8-34(A) shows that the pressing operation is performed immediately (approximately 0 seconds later) after the start of the operation promoting period in the operation promoting period for prompting the pressing operation of the push button 31 shown in FIG. 8-17(12). In this case, the production period (during this period, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is always displayed) until the subsequent jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed is about 10.5 seconds. The period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode shown in FIG. 8-19 (13) is displayed is about 5 seconds.

FIG. 8-34(B) shows a case where the pressing operation is performed approximately one second after the start of the operation promoting period during the operation promoting period for prompting the pressing operation of the push button 31 shown in FIG. 8-17(12). This is an example, and in this case, the effect period until the subsequent big hit pattern is stopped and displayed (during this period, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is always displayed) is about 9.5 seconds. The period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode shown in 19(13) is displayed is about 4 seconds.

FIG. 8-34(C) is an example of a case where no pressing operation is performed during the operation promotion period for prompting the pressing operation of the push button 31 shown in FIGS. 8-17(12) and 8-30(12). In this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (during this period, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is always displayed) is about 7.5 seconds. 13), the period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode shown in FIG. 8-30 (13) is displayed is about 2 seconds.

In this example, in the case of a super reach (Patopato Attack) jackpot, if the player performs an action before the action promotion period ends, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode for the remaining period of the action promotion period. It is designed for extended duration. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-34, when the pressing operation is performed immediately (after about 0 seconds) after the start of the action promotion period, the period during which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode is about 10.5 seconds, about 9.5 seconds if the button is pressed after about 1 second, and about 7.5 seconds if the action promotion period of 3 seconds elapses without the button being pressed. . With such a configuration, the period in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode is lengthened, so that the player can be immersed in the afterglow of the blessing and can be motivated to actively perform the operation. Further, in this example, only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed, although the subsequent performance period differs depending on whether or not the push button 31 is pressed, and if the push button 31 is pressed, on the timing. The performance period is adjusted by varying the period of time. That is, the length of only the period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed changes, and the length of the other performance periods is always the same. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the effect control from becoming complicated.

FIG. 8-35 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an effect period corresponding to the timing at which a notice is given by repeatedly hitting the push button 31B in a modified example of a super reach (patto attack) jackpot.

FIG. 8-35(A) shows that, in the action promoting period for prompting repeated pressing of the push button 31 shown in FIG. This is an example of the case where the notification is made by hitting (that is, the repeated hitting operation that satisfies the execution condition is performed), and in this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed The patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed) is about 9.4 seconds, and the period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode shown in FIG. 8-19 (13) is displayed is about 4 seconds.

FIG. 8-35(B) shows an example in which a notification is made about 4 seconds after the start of the action promotion period during the action promotion period that prompts repeated pressing of the push button 31 shown in FIG. 8-18 (12′) ( In other words, this is an example in which the continuous hit operation that satisfies the execution condition was not performed and the announcement was made at the end of the action promotion period), and in this case, the effect period until the subsequent jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed (this period is always lit) The patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed for about 6.5 seconds, and the period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode shown in FIG. 8-19 (13) is displayed is about 1 second. As described above, in this example, the effect period after that differs depending on the timing of the notification, but the effect period is adjusted by varying the period in which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed. That is, the length of only the period during which only the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is displayed changes, and the length of the other performance periods is always the same. With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the effect control from becoming complicated.

FIG. 8-36 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect period of the fanfare effect executed in the low-probability state. Scenes (1) to (21) shown in Fig. 8-36 are Fig. 8-11 (1) to (8), Fig. 8-12 (9) to (16), Fig. 8-13 (17) to Each corresponds to the scene shown in (21). As shown in FIG. 8-36, the effect period of the fanfare effect executed in the low probability state is 14 seconds.

FIG. 8-37 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect period of the fanfare effect executed in the high-probability state. Scenes (1) to (16) shown in FIG. 8-37 respectively correspond to scenes shown in FIGS. 8-25 (1) to (8) and FIGS. 8-26 (9) to (16). As shown in FIG. 8-37, the effect period of the fanfare effect executed in the high probability state is 11 seconds.

In this example, the period during which the patrol lamp is displayed in the lighting mode is longer than the title notification period during which the title is notified in the pre-announcement scene and shorter than the fanfare period. Specifically, the period (7.5 seconds) in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode as shown in FIG. -37 is shorter than the fanfare period (11 seconds). With such a configuration, it is possible to make the player aware of winning by making the fanfare period longer while making the announcement conspicuous by sufficiently securing the period in which the patrol lamp is displayed in the lighting mode. You can keep your role well.

Further, in this example, the period during which the patrol lamp is displayed in the lighting mode is longer than the action promotion period in the pre-announcement scene and shorter than the fanfare period. Specifically, the period (7.5 seconds) in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode as shown in FIG. shorter than the fanfare period (11 seconds). With such a configuration, it is possible to make the player aware of winning by making the fanfare period longer while making the announcement conspicuous by sufficiently securing the period in which the patrol lamp is displayed in the lighting mode. You can keep your role well.

In this example, as shown in FIG. 8-19, the patrol lamp is always displayed in the lighting mode until the jackpot symbol is stopped after the predetermined operation is performed (or after the operation promotion period has elapsed). However, it is not limited to such a configuration, and when a predetermined operation is performed (or when the operation promotion period elapses), the patrol lamp in the lighting mode is displayed for a predetermined period, and after that, the patrol lamp is not displayed. There may be a period (for example, only the big hit symbols that are temporarily stopped and displayed are displayed). In this case as well, the period during which the patrol lamp is displayed in the lighting mode is longer than the title notification period and the action promotion period in the pre-announcement scene, and is shorter than the fanfare period, so that the role of each period can be preferably maintained. can.

Next, a modification of the super reach (Patopato Attack) effect will be described. FIG. 8-38 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a modification in which the condensing effect presentation is executed before the action promoting period.

Fig. 8-38 shows a scene in which an action prompting display including a push button image 006IWG02 is displayed in Super Reach (Pato Pat Attack) (corresponding to Fig. 8-17 (12) or Fig. 8-18 (12') ), an example is shown in which a condensing effect presentation is performed for displaying a preceding stage of the push button image 006IWG02.

In the example of the first condensing effect effect shown in FIG. 8-38, the effect display transitions in the order of (11a') (11b') (11c') (12'), and is applied to a modification that requires repeated hitting operations. It is possible. The scene of FIG. 8-38 (12′) in the example of the first condensing effect production corresponds to FIG. 8-18 (12′), and FIGS. are inserted after FIG. 8-18 (11) and before FIG. 8-18 (12').

Specifically, when applying the first condensing effect presentation to the modified example that requires repeated hit operations, after the scene of FIG. 8-18 (11), as shown in FIG. 8-38 (11a′), The display area of the image display device 5 is darkened (for example, the background is switched to black), and an effect display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol trump image 006IWG01 is displayed. At this time, as shown in Figure 8-27 (1) to (4),

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (11b′), a plurality of (three in this example) mini push button images 006IWG02a imitating the push button 31B are partially superimposed on the second teammate character image 006IWC02. It is displayed in a luminous state, and an effect display is performed to start moving so as to gather in one place. These push button images are displayed in a layer above the second teammate character image 006IWC02, but since they have a high degree of transparency, the second teammate character in the lower layer can be displayed through the mini push button image 006IWG02a. Image 006IWC02 is visible.

Next, the plurality of mini-push button images 006IWG02a gradually slows down, and as shown in FIG. 8-38 (11c′), the plurality of mini-push-button images 006IWG02a are gathered in one place, and an effect image that shines strongly around them. is displayed.

After that, when the plurality of mini-push button images 006IWG02a are gradually slowed down and combined into one, the display area of the image display device 5 becomes bright again as shown in FIG. Along with the image 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02, an effect display is performed in which the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display "Continuous Hit" are displayed as an action prompting display for prompting the player to repeatedly press the push button 31B. In the first condensing effect production, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed as shown in FIGS. 8-27 (1) to (4) during the period shown in FIGS. Although it is displayed in a manner of moving left and right, it is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, the periods shown in FIGS. '), the second teammate character image 006IWC02 may be displayed stationary, and from the next scene, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 may be displayed moving left and right. . Also, for example, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 may be displayed in a stationary state at all times, similar to the second condensing effect rendering described later.

In the example of the second condensing effect effect shown in FIG. 8-38, the effect display transitions in the order of (11a), (11b), (11c), and (12), and can be applied to an example in which a pressing operation is required. The scene of FIG. 8-38 (12) in the example of the second light gathering effect production corresponds to FIG. 8-17 (12), and the scenes of FIGS. It is inserted after FIG. 8-17(11) and before FIG. 8-17(12).

Specifically, when applying the second condensing effect presentation to an example requiring a pressing operation, after the scene of FIG. 8-17 (11), an image is displayed as shown in FIG. The display area of the device 5 is darkened (for example, the background is switched to black), and an effect display is performed in which the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol card image 006IWG01 is displayed in a stationary state.

Next, as shown in FIG. 8-38 (11b), a plurality of (three in this example) mini-push buttons simulating the push button 31B are partially superimposed on the second teammate character image 006IWC02 displayed in a stationary state. The button images 006IWG02a are displayed in a luminous state, and an effect display is performed in which they start to move so that they gather in one place. These mini-push button images 006IWG02a are displayed in a higher layer than the second teammate character image 006IWC02. A teammate character image 006IWC02 is visible.

Then, the plurality of mini-push button images 006IWG02a gradually slows down, and as shown in FIG. The effect display to be displayed is performed.

After that, when the plurality of mini-push button images 006IWG02a are gradually slowed down and combined into one, the display area of the image display device 5 becomes bright again as shown in FIG. Along with 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02, an effect display is performed in which the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display "Push!"

In this example, during the periods (11a), (11b), (11c), and (12) in which the second condensing effect production is performed, the second teammate character image 006IWC02 wearing the patrol trump image 006IWG01 is displayed in a stationary state. be. In other words, the display preceding the push button image 006IWG02 (in this example, a plurality of mini push button images 006IWG02a) is displayed in a manner involving movement, while the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 are displayed in a stationary state. Is displayed. With such a configuration, attention can be drawn to any display.

Next, the rendering period when applying the condensing effect rendering will be described. FIG. 8-39 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the presentation period of the light condensing effect presentation. Note that FIG. 8-39 shows an example in which no pressing operation is performed.

As shown in FIG. 8-39, when the condensing effect effect is applied, the period during which the condensing effect effect is performed (for example, the period corresponding to (11a) to (11c) in FIG. 8-38) is about 1 second. . Then, when the pressing operation is not performed, the period during which the action prompting display is performed (for example, the period corresponding to (12) in FIG. 8-38 and (12) in FIG. 8-17) is about 3 seconds. The effect period until the jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed (during this period, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode is always displayed) is about 7.5 seconds. The period during which only the image 006IWG01 is displayed is about 2 seconds.

In this example, multiple illuminated mini push button images 006IWG02a are coalesced as shown in FIGS. It is possible to execute a condensing effect production in which the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed. Then, when the light gathering effect presentation is executed, the period during which the patrol lamp is displayed in the lighting mode is set to be longer than the total period of the light gathering effect presentation period and the operation promotion period. It is configured. Specifically, the condensing effect rendering period (0.1+0.3+0.6=1 second) shown in FIGS. The period (7.5 seconds) in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 shown in FIG. 8-39 is displayed in the lighting mode is longer than the period (4 seconds). With such a configuration, it is possible to make the announcement conspicuous by securing a sufficient period in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode, and to improve interest.

As described above, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the following configuration of the gaming machine.

(Means 1-1) The gaming machine disclosed in this characteristic part 006IW is a gaming machine for playing a game, and includes display means (for example, image display device 5), and the display means includes a pre-announcement scene (for example, 8-17 (8) to (12) and FIG. mode (dark red mode), see left side of FIG. (See, for example, FIGS. 8-17 (12) and 8-18 (12′).) If the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the notification object is set in the notification mode (for example, the lighting mode (lighting red)). 8-15 (B) right side, see FIG. 8-19 (13)), and the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode (for example, a happy mode. FIG. 8-19 (15 ), see (16)), and if the result of the lottery is non-winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode, and the character is displayed in the first display mode and the second display mode. It is displayed in a different third display mode (for example, a disappointing mode, see FIG. 8-20 (22)). With such a configuration, winning or not winning can be communicated in an easy-to-understand manner by additionally changing the display mode of the character while suggesting the winning or not with the mode of the notification object.

Further, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the configuration of the game machine shown in the following (means 1-2) to (means 1-5).

(Means 1-2) In means 1-1, the size of the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode after the pre-announcement scene when the result of the lottery is non-winning. (For example, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode after the winning announcement shown in FIG. The display size is larger than the image 006IWG01), and when the result of the lottery is non-winning, the display in the non-announcement mode after the pre-announcement scene is better than the non-announcement mode in the pre-announcement scene. is also larger (for example, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode after the notice of failure shown in FIG. 8-40 (1) is the scene before the notice shown in FIGS. The display size is larger than that of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the non-lighting mode). With such a configuration, winning can be favorably appealed by making the announcement object appear larger when announcing the winning. In addition, even in the non-notification mode, the non-winning can be easily recognized by making the scene appear larger than the scene before the announcement when notifying the non-winning.

(Means 1-3) In means 1-1 or 1-2, if the result of the lottery is winning, the display means displays the announcement object in an announcement mode without displaying the character after the pre-announcement scene. After that, the notification object is displayed in the notification mode, and the character is displayed in the second display mode (for example, as shown in FIG. After that, as shown in FIGS. 8-19 (14) to (16), the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode, and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 is displayed in a happy mode), and the result of the lottery is non-winning. In this case, after the scene before the announcement, the announcement object is displayed in the non-announcement mode, and the character is displayed in the third display mode (for example, as shown in FIG. and displays the second teammate character image 006IWC02 in a disappointing manner). With such a configuration, when the winning is announced, only the notification object of the notification mode is displayed without displaying the character, so that the content of the notification can be made easy to understand.

(Means 1-4) In any of means 1-1 to 1-3, if the result of the lottery is winning, the display means, after the pre-announcement scene, displays the character with the same facial expression as in the pre-announcement scene. 8-19(13) and before the scene shown in FIG. Then, the character is displayed with a surprised expression, then the character is displayed with a happy expression, and then the character is displayed with a happy action (for example, the second ally character The image 006IWC02 is displayed in the order of surprised facial expression (FIG. 8-19 (14)), happy facial expression (FIG. 8-19 (15)), and happy action (FIG. 8-19 (16)). . With such a configuration, the facial expression of the character transitions to the facial expression that the player wants to hold, so that an environment that is easy for the player to tune in and enjoy can be provided.

(Means 1-5) In any one of means 1-1 to 1-4, the background color of the display means is the first color (for example, a white color scheme) in the pre-announcement scene, and the result of the lottery is winning. , after the scene before the announcement, it will be a different color from the first color (for example, a red-based color scheme), and if the result of the lottery is not won, after the scene before the announcement, it will be the same as the first color It becomes a system color (for example, a white-based color scheme). With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize winning or non-winning from the change in the background color.

Further, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the configuration of the gaming machine shown in (means 2-1) to (means 2-4) shown below.

(Means 2-1) A gaming machine for playing a game, comprising a display means (for example, an image display device 5), and the display means includes an announcement object and a character (for example, a patrol card image 006IWG01 and a second teammate character image 006IWC02). can be displayed in the pre-announcement scene (for example, the production period corresponding to FIGS. 8-17 (8) to (12) and FIGS. 8-18 (8) to (12′)), and in the pre-announcement scene, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode (eg, non-lighting mode (dark red mode); see the left side of FIG. 8-15 (B)), and the character is displayed in the first display mode (eg, an expectant expression) ( For example, see FIGS. 8-17 (12) and 8-18 (12′)), if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the notification object is set in the notification mode (for example, the lighting mode (red glowing mode) 8-15 (B) right side, see FIG. 8-19 (13)), and the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode (for example, a happy mode; FIG. 8-19 (15)). , (16)), and if the result of the lottery is non-winning, after the scene before the announcement, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode, and the character is displayed in a different manner from the first display mode and the second display mode. Display in a third display mode (for example, a disappointing mode; see FIG. 8-20 (22)), and in the pre-announcement scene, an action-promoting display prompting the player to act is displayed at a position where the announcing object can be seen. (For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 (12) and 8-18 (12′), the push button image 006IWG02 and the characters “Press!” Or at least a position where a part of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 overlaps in a visible state)), and if the result of the lottery is winning, if the player performs an action during the action promotion period in which the action promotion display is displayed , the notification object is displayed in the notification mode (for example, when the push button 31B is pressed in the state shown in FIG. 8-17 (12), or when the push button 31B is pressed in the state shown in FIG. 8-19 (13) and the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode). With such a configuration, winning or not winning can be communicated in an easy-to-understand manner by additionally changing the display mode of the character while suggesting the winning or not with the mode of the notification object. By displaying the action prompting display at a position where the notification object can be visually recognized, attention can be drawn to both the presence of the notification object and the presence of the action prompting display.

(Means 2-2) In means 2-1, the action-promoting display includes an image-promoting display simulating an object to perform an action and a character-promoting display using characters (for example, FIG. 8-17 (12), FIG. 8 -18 (12'), including the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display of "Push!" Display so as not to be covered (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-17 (12), 8-18 (12′), and 8-27, the push button image 006IWG02 and the “press!” A character display is displayed at a position that does not overlap the patrol card image 006IWG01 (or at least a position that overlaps the patrol card image 006IWG01 in a visible state). With such a configuration, it is possible to always draw attention to the notification object.

(Means 2-3) In means 2-1 or 2-2, the display means performs display so that the motion of the image-enhanced display is not synchronized with the motion of the notification object and the motion of the character (for example, FIG. 8- As shown in 27, the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed so that the button portion is not depressed (FIG. 8-27 (1)) and is depressed (FIG. 8-27 (2)). , the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and the second teammate character image 006IWC02 are motion-displayed so as to repeat movement to the right (FIG. 8-27(1)) and movement to the left (FIG. 8-27(2)). behavior appears to be out of sync). With such a configuration, attention can be drawn to any display.

(Means 2-4) In any one of means 2-1 to 2-3, the display means statically displays the notification object and the character when displaying the image-promoted display, and the image-promoted display is accompanied by an action. (For example, as shown in FIGS. 8-38 (11a) to (12), the patrol card image 006IWG01 and the second ally character image 006IWC02 are displayed in a stationary state, while a plurality of buttons preceding the push button image 006IWG02 The mini-push button image 006IWG02a is displayed in a manner that accompanies the action). With such a configuration, attention can be drawn to any display.

Further, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the configuration of the game machine shown in (means 3-1) to (means 3-2) shown below.

(Means 3-1) A gaming machine for playing a game, which includes display means (for example, an image display device 5), and the display means displays pre-announcement scenes (for example, FIGS. 8-17 (8) to (12) and 8-18 (8) to (12′)), the notification object (eg, patrol lamp image 006IWG01) is changed to a non-notification mode (eg, non-lighting mode (dark red mode). FIG. 8-15). (B) left side), and the character (for example, the second teammate character image 006IWC02) is displayed in the first display mode (for example, an expression full of expectation) (for example, FIG. 8-17 (12), FIG. 8-18 (12')), if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the notification object is displayed in the notification mode (for example, the lighting mode (red glowing mode). Fig. 8-15 (B) right side, 8-19 (13)), the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode (for example, happy mode, see FIGS. 8-19 (15) and (16)), and a lottery is not won, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode after the pre-announcement scene, and the character is displayed in a third display mode different from the first and second display modes (for example, a disappointing mode). 8-20 (22)), and in the pre-announcement scene, title notification is performed (for example, the title notification shown in FIGS. 8-17 (8) and 8-18 (8) is performed), The announcement period in which the object is displayed in the announcement mode is longer than the title announcement period in which the title announcement is performed and shorter than the fanfare period (for example, as shown in FIG. The period (7.5 seconds) is longer than the title announcement period (2 seconds) during which the title announcement is made and shorter than the fanfare period (11 seconds) as shown in FIG. 8-37). With such a configuration, winning or not winning can be communicated in an easy-to-understand manner by additionally changing the display mode of the character while suggesting the winning or not with the mode of the notification object. In addition, by securing a sufficient period during which the notification object is displayed in the notification mode, the notification is conspicuous, and by making the fanfare period longer, the player can be made aware of the winning, and the role of each period is suitable. can be kept in

(Means 3-2) In means 3-1, the title display displayed as title notification includes an image corresponding to the notification object and a character display related to the notification object (for example, FIG. 8-17 (8), FIG. 8 As shown in -18 (8), the title display displayed as the title notification includes three effect images corresponding to the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 and the character display of "Patopato" related to the patrol lamp), The character display is emphasized more than the other character displays (for example, as shown in FIGS. 8-17(8) and 8-18(8), the character display "Patopato" is the character display "Push chance Also, for example, only the character display "Patopato" may be displayed with an effect or may be operated). With such a configuration, it is possible to make the player strongly recognize the notification object.

Further, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the configuration of the game machine shown in the following (means 4-1) to (means 4-3).

(Means 4-1) A gaming machine for playing a game, which includes display means (for example, an image display device 5), and the display means displays pre-announcement scenes (for example, FIGS. 8-17 (8) to (12) and 8-18 (8) to (12′)), the notification object (eg, patrol lamp image 006IWG01) is changed to a non-notification mode (eg, non-lighting mode (dark red mode). FIG. 8-15). (B) left side), and the character (for example, the second teammate character image 006IWC02) is displayed in the first display mode (for example, an expression full of expectation) (for example, FIG. 8-17 (12), FIG. 8-18 (12')), if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the notification object is displayed in the notification mode (for example, the lighting mode (red glowing mode). Fig. 8-15 (B) right side, 8-19 (13)), the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode (for example, happy mode, see FIGS. 8-19 (15) and (16)), and a lottery is not won, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode after the pre-announcement scene, and the character is displayed in a third display mode different from the first and second display modes (for example, a disappointing mode). 8-20 (22)), and in the pre-announcement scene, the player is encouraged to act (for example, shown in FIGS. 8-17 (12) and 8-18 (12′)). If the result of the lottery is a win, the display means displays the push button image 006IWG02 and the character display of "press!" When the action is performed, the notification object is displayed in the notification mode (for example, when the push button 31B is pressed in the state shown in FIG. 8-17 (12), or when the push button 31B is pressed in the state shown in FIG. 8-19 (13), the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode). , the notification period during which the notification object is displayed in the notification mode is longer than the action promotion period and shorter than the fanfare period (for example, the period during which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode as shown in FIG. 8-30 (7 .5 seconds) is longer than the motion promotion period (3 seconds) and shorter than the fanfare period (11 seconds) as shown in FIG. 8-37). With such a configuration, winning or not winning can be communicated in an easy-to-understand manner by additionally changing the display mode of the character while suggesting the winning or not with the mode of the notification object. In addition, by securing a sufficient period during which the notification object is displayed in the notification mode, the notification is conspicuous, and by making the fanfare period longer, the player can be made aware of the winning, and the role of each period is suitable. can be kept in

(Means 4-2) In means 4-1, as an action promotion, an image promotion display simulating an object to perform the action is displayed (for example, FIG. 8-17 (12), FIG. 8-18 (12′), FIG. 8-38 (12), (12′), the push button image 006IWG02 is displayed), and before the action promotion is performed, the front stage display of the image promotion display is executed (for example, FIG. 8 -38 As shown in (11a') to (12'), (11a) to (12), a light condensing effect effect in which a plurality of shining mini push button images 006IWG02a are combined to display a push button image 006IWG02) The notification period is longer than the total period of the pre-stage effect period during which the pre-stage effect is executed and the action promotion period (for example, the condensing effect effect period shown in FIGS. 8-38 and 8-39 (0.1 + 0.3 + 0.6 = 1 second) and the operation promotion period (3 seconds) shown in FIG. (7.5 seconds) is longer). With such a configuration, it is possible to make the announcement stand out by securing a sufficient period of time during which the announcement object is displayed in the announcement mode, thereby improving interest.

(Means 4-3) In means 4-1 or 4-2, if the player performs an action before the end of the action promotion period, the notice object is displayed in the notice mode for the remaining period of the action promotion period. (For example, as shown in FIG. 8-34, when the pressing operation is performed immediately (about 0 seconds later) after the start of the action promotion period, the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in a lighting mode. If the pressing operation is performed after about 1 second, it will be about 9.5 seconds. 7.5 seconds). With such a configuration, the period during which the notification object is displayed in the notification mode is lengthened, so that the player can be immersed in the afterglow of the blessing.

Further, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the configuration of the gaming machine shown in the following (means 5-1) to (means 5-3).

(Means 5-1) A gaming machine for playing a game, capable of executing a first effect and a second effect for notifying winning, and in the first effect, a fanning scene is performed, and then the movable body is operated. 8-21, FIG. 8-22, FIG. 8-23, FIG. 8-24 Super reach (powerful RUSH) effect when selecting powerful RUSH mode shown in FIG. 8-24), the second In the scene before the announcement, the announcement object is displayed in the non-announcement mode, the character is displayed in the first display mode, and thereafter the announcement object is displayed in the announcement mode without moving the movable body, and the character is displayed. is displayed in a second display mode that is different from the first display mode (for example, patopato shown in FIGS. 8-16, 8-17, 8-18, and 8-19). The period during which the notification object is displayed in the notification mode in the second effect is longer than the period during which the movable body is operated in the first effect. (For example, the period (7.5 seconds) in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 shown in FIG. 8-30 is displayed in the lighting mode is longer than the role product operation period (2.2 seconds) shown in FIG. 8-29.) . With such a configuration, it is possible to make an impression of the announcement by securing a sufficient period of time during which the announcement object is displayed in the announcement mode.

(Means 5-2) In means 5-1, identification information (for example, special symbols) is variably displayed, and when a specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol) is derived and displayed as a variable display result, the player wins. A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big win game state) that is advantageous to the player, and is capable of executing variable display of performance identification information (for example, decorative symbols) in response to variable display of identification information. The production period of the 1st production and the production period of the 2nd production are epilogue periods (for example, the celebration/reverberation period from when the player is notified of the jackpot to when the pattern is determined, and the final scene of the super reach effect is reproduced. period), and in the epilogue period of the first effect, the movable body is positioned at the retracted position, and the variable display result of the effect identification information corresponding to the character and the specific display result is displayed (for example, FIG. 8-24 (24) 8-29 (24)-(28), the movable body 32 is positioned at the initial position, and the combination of the second mini-character 006IWC05 and the decorative pattern "222", which is the jackpot pattern, is displayed. ), and in the epilogue period of the second effect, the variable display result of the effect identification information corresponding to the specific display result is displayed while the notification object is being displayed in the notification mode (for example, FIG. 8-19 (17 ) to (21) and FIGS. 8-30 (17) to (21), in a state in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 is displayed in the lighting mode, a combination of decorative patterns "222" which is a jackpot pattern is displayed. ). With such a configuration, since the effects in the epilogue period are different between the first effect and the second effect, each can be impressive. Especially in the epilogue period of the second effect, the variable display result of the effect identification information corresponding to the specific display result is displayed in a state where the notification object is displayed in the notification mode, thereby impressing the winning in the second effect. be able to.

(Means 5-3) In means 5-1 or 5-2, the first effect and the second effect are effects executed based on the same variation pattern (for example, the variation shown in FIG. 8-2). When the pattern PA2-4 or the variation pattern PB2-4 is determined, if the production mode is a powerful RUSH mode, a super reach (powerful RUSH) production is executed, and if the production mode is a patopato attack mode, a super reach ( When the first performance is executed based on one variation pattern, and when the second performance is performed based on the one variation pattern, from the start of variation The period until the end of the fluctuation is the same (for example, when the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect or the super reach (patto attack) effect is executed based on the fluctuation pattern PA2-4 as shown in FIG. are 80 seconds, and 100 seconds when the super reach (powerful RUSH) effect or the super reach (Patopato Attack) effect is executed based on the variation patterns PB2-4). With such a configuration, it is possible to execute a plurality of effects based on the same variation pattern, and to impress the notification using the notification object.

Further, the characterizing portion 006IW discloses the configuration of the gaming machine shown in the following (means 6-1) to (means 6-2).

(Means 6-1) A gaming machine for playing a game, comprising display means and sound output means (for example, speakers 8L and 8R). Second teammate character image 006IWC02) can be displayed in the pre-announcement scene (for example, the production period corresponding to FIGS. 8-17 (8) to (12) and FIGS. 8-18 (8) to (12′)), In the pre-announcement scene, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode (for example, a non-lighting mode (dark red mode); see the left side of FIG. 8-15(B)), and the character is displayed in a first display mode (for example, full of expectations). 8-17 (12) and 8-18 (12')), and if the result of the lottery is a winner, after the pre-announcement scene, the announcement object is displayed in an announcement mode (for example 8-15(B) right side, FIG. 8-19(13)), and the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode (for example, a happy mode). 8-19 (15) and (16)), and if the result of the lottery is that you have not won the lottery, after the pre-announcement scene, the announcement object is displayed in the non-announcement mode, and the character is displayed in the first display mode and Display in a third display mode different from the second display mode (for example, a disappointing mode; see FIG. 8-20 (22)), and the sound output means interlocks with displaying the notification object in the notification mode A notification sound is output, and then the voice of the character is output (for example, as shown in FIG. As shown in 8-19 (14) to (16), character voices such as "Ha", "Yatta", and "Yay, wai" are output in voice tones corresponding to the characters). With such a configuration, winning or not winning can be communicated in an easy-to-understand manner by additionally changing the display mode of the character while suggesting the winning or not with the mode of the notification object. In addition, by outputting the notification sound and the voice of the character in order, it is possible to make winning more exciting.

(Means 6-2) In means 6-1, the sound output means does not output the sound corresponding to displaying the announcement object in a non-announcement mode, and outputs the voice of the character when the result of the lottery is non-winning. output (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-20 (22), the sound corresponding to displaying the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in a non-lighting mode is not output, and the character voice of the voice tone corresponding to the character is -!”), and if the result of the lottery is winning, the period during which the announcement sound is output is longer than the period during which the character's voice is output (for example, as shown in FIG. 8-19 (13) During the period in which the notification sound is output in conjunction with the display of the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 in the lighting mode, as shown in (14) to (16) in FIG. (longer than the period during which each character voice is output for "Yay, Yay"). Longer than the output period (for example, as shown in Fig. 8-19 (14) to (16), each character such as "ha", "yatta", "wai, wai" with a voice corresponding to the character at the time of the big hit The period for outputting the voice is longer than the period for outputting the character voice saying "Good luck next time!" With such a configuration, the notification can be appealed by outputting the notification sound, and the winning can be excited, and the state of the notification object, that is, whether or not the notification object is accepted can be known by the presence or absence of the output of the notification sound. In the case of non-winning, no notification sound is output, but the voice of the character is output, thereby avoiding the situation where there is no sound and the player is getting too excited, and the disappointment of the player can be reduced. .

In the example shown in the characteristic part 006IW described above, when using the expression "the result of the lottery is won", it means that the display result of the special game is "big hit", and "the result of the lottery is non- When using the expression "winning", it was explained that the display result of the special game is "losing", but not limited to this, in means 1-1 to means 6-2, The expression “lottery result wins” means that a lottery regarding the effect is performed in the variable display start setting process executed on the effect control board 12 side, and a predetermined effect (specifically, the patrol card image 006IWG01 is It may also include the meaning that the execution decision is made for the effect of notifying the big win in the lighting mode. Also, for example, the expression “the lottery result is not won” means that in the variable display start setting process executed on the effect control board 12 side, a lottery related to the effect is performed, and a predetermined effect (specifically, It may also include the meaning that the execution decision of the performance in which the patrol lamp image 006IWG01 turns into a lighting mode and announcing the jackpot) has not been made.

Further, for example, the configuration shown in this characteristic part 006IW can be applied to a slot machine in addition to a pachinko machine. The lottery may mean winning a bonus combination.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1... Pachinko game machine 2... Game board 3... Frame for game machine 4A, 4B... Special symbol display device 5... Image display device 6A... Winning ball device 6B... Variable winning ball device 7... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R... Speaker 9... Game effect lamp 10... General prize winning port 11... Main board 12... Effect control board 13... Audio control board 14... Lamp control board 15... Relay board 20... Normal symbol display 21... Gate switch 22A, 22B... Start port Switch 23...Count switch 30...Battering operation handle 31A...Stick controller 31B...Push button 32...Movable body 100...Game control microcomputer 101, 121...ROM
102, 122... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124... random number circuit 105, 125... I/O
120 ... CPU for production control
123: display control unit

Claims (1)

A gaming machine for playing games,
comprising display means,
The display means is
In the pre-announcement scene, displaying the announcement object in the non-announcement mode and displaying the character in the first display mode,
if the result of the lottery is winning, after the pre-notification scene, the notification object is displayed in an announcement mode, the character is displayed in a second display mode different from the first display mode,
If the result of the lottery is a non-winning, after the pre-announcement scene, the announcement object is displayed in a non-announcement mode, and the character is displayed in a third display mode different from the first display mode and the second display mode. A gaming machine characterized by displaying.

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