JP2023182314A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine that contributes to enhancing amusement properties of a game through a performance.SOLUTION: A Pachinko game machine PY1 includes a display part 50a and a movable body 55k that can be moved in front of a first display area AR1 of a display part, and is capable of displaying a specific image G301 in a second display area AR2 of the display part. The Pachinko game machine can execute a first performance including arrangement of the movable body 55k in front of the first display area AR1 and display of the specific image G301, and can execute a second performance for displaying the specific image G301 in a state that the movable body 55k is not arranged in front of the first display area AR1. One of the first performance and the second performance is sometimes executed at a predetermined timing.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 19

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine typified by a pachinko gaming machine.

Conventionally, gaming machines have been known in which a movable body is arranged in front of a display unit (on the near side for the player), and a performance can be executed by combining the movable body and an image displayed on the display unit ( For example, Patent Document 1).

JP2022-040565A

However, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 has room for improvement from the viewpoint of improving the interest of the performance.

The gaming machine disclosed herein is
A display section;
a movable body movable in front of a first display area of the display unit;
A performance execution means capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A specific image can be displayed in a second display area different from the first display area of the display unit,
A first effect including arranging the movable body in front of the first display area and displaying the specific image can be performed,
It is possible to execute a second effect of displaying the specific image in a state where the movable body is not placed in front of the first display area,
It is characterized in that either one of the first performance and the second performance may be performed at a predetermined timing.

According to the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that contributes to improving the interest of gaming through performance.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing the types of gaming states, and (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the types of jackpot games. (A) is a time chart showing the flow of the jackpot game, (B) is a time chart showing the flow of the small win game, and (C) is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. It is an explanatory diagram showing the types of production modes. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation of special figure variation performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SP reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SPSP reach of special figure fluctuation production. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a hold effect. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable body effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of operation performance. FIG. 2 is a block diagram of parts related to control of the gaming machine. This is a specific example of a variation pattern determination table. This is a specific example of a look-ahead determination table. This is a specific example of a symbol determination table. It is a fluctuation pattern determination table according to the first embodiment. (A) is a table showing the distribution rate of the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern selected in the case of "big hit winning" according to the first embodiment, and (B) is a table showing the distribution rate of the special drawing 1 variation pattern selected in the case of "reaching loss". It is a table showing the distribution rate of special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a special effect according to the first embodiment. FIG. 3 is an explanatory diagram showing a special effect according to the first embodiment.

Examples of embodiments of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. In each referenced figure, the same parts are given the same reference numerals, and overlapping explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In this specification, in order to simplify the description, by writing symbols or codes that refer to information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc., the names of the information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc. for the symbols or codes may be omitted or May be abbreviated. Further, when there is an arbitrary flowchart described below, in the flowchart, the execution order of the plurality of processes in any plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed or executed in parallel as long as there is no inconsistency in the processing contents.

<Basic embodiment>
The first embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described later, but first, the basic embodiment that is the basis of the first embodiment will be described. In the basic embodiment, the gaming machine of the present invention is applied to a pachinko gaming machine PY1. In the following description, the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 refer to the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions (as viewed from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Furthermore, "front" is the direction from the pachinko machine PY1 toward the player facing the pachinko machine PY1, and "back" is the direction from the player facing the pachinko machine PY1 toward the pachinko machine PY1. shall be.

1. Structure of the gaming machine First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 1. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

The pachinko game machine PY1 includes an outer frame 22 attached to an island structure of a pachinko hall, and a front door 23 attached to the outer frame 22 so as to be openable and closable. The front door 23 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which the game board 1 is mounted, and a front frame 23m that is attached to the game board mounting frame 2A so as to be openable and closable. Further, the front frame 23m includes a transparent plate 23t having transparency, and it is possible to visually recognize the game board 1 from the front (player side) via the transparent plate 23t.

The front door 23 also includes an upper tray 34 for storing game balls, and a handle 72k for shooting game balls onto the game board 1. The upper tray 34 is installed at the lower part of the front door 23 and stores game balls to be supplied to the handle 72k. The handle 72k is installed at the lower right part of the front door 23, and when the player operates the handle 72k, game balls stored in the upper tray 34 are launched onto the game board 1.

The front door 23 also includes a speaker 52 that can output a predetermined sound, a frame lamp 53 that can emit light in a predetermined color, and a frame movable body 58k that can operate in a predetermined operation mode. The speakers 52 are installed at the upper left and upper right of the front door 23, and output, for example, BGM (back ground music), sound effects, and the like. The frame lamps 53 are installed on the left and right sides of the front door 23 around the transparent plate 23t, and are composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes). The frame movable body 58k is installed above the front door 23. Further, the frame movable body 58k includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, as shown in FIG. 1, for example. Note that the movement of the frame movable body 58k may be other than vertical movement.

The front door 23 also includes a normal button 40 that can be operated by the player, and a special button 41 that can be operated by the player. The normal button 40 and the special button 41 are comprised of, for example, a button having a pressing surface, a lever having a gripping part, and the like. The normal button 40 includes a lamp (not shown) that can emit light in a predetermined color and a vibration motor (not shown) that can vibrate in a predetermined vibration manner, and is configured to be able to emit light using the lamp. It is configured to be able to vibrate using a vibration motor. On the other hand, the special button 41 includes a lamp (not shown) that can emit light in a predetermined color and a vibration motor (not shown) that can vibrate in a predetermined vibration manner, and is configured to be able to emit light using the lamp. In addition, it is configured to be able to vibrate using a vibration motor. Note that the normal button 40 or the special button 41 may be configured to be operable in a predetermined operation mode (for example, rotation, protrusion, etc.), or may be configured as a cross key, a touch panel, etc. .

2. Structure of Game Board Next, the structure of the game board 1 attached to the game board mounting frame 2A will be explained using FIG. 2. FIG. 2 is a front view of the game board 1.

The game board 1 includes a game area 6 into which game balls shot by operating the handle 72k can flow down (fall). In the game area 6, a game nail (not shown) that changes the downward direction of the game ball is installed, and a winning device that allows the game ball to win (enter or pass) is installed. The winning device includes a general winning hole 10, a first starting hole 11, a second starting hole 12, a gate 13, a first big winning hole 14, and a second big winning hole 15. Each winning device is equipped with a detection sensor that detects entry or passage of a game ball.

The first starting port 11 is installed at the lower part of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter the game ball. When game balls enter the first starting port 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34. Furthermore, when the game ball enters the first starting port 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, which will be described later. The first starting port 11 is configured such that ease of entry of the game ball remains unchanged.

The second starting port 12 is installed at the lower part of the gaming area 6 and below the first starting port 11 so that game balls can enter the ball. When a game ball enters the second starting port 12, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, one game ball) into the upper tray 34 as a prize ball. Furthermore, when the game ball enters the second starting port 12, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination, in the same way as when the game ball enters the first starting port 11. The second starting port 12, unlike the first starting port 11, includes an opening/closing member 12k and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown) that can be opened and closed. By opening and closing the opening/closing member 12k using an opening/closing solenoid, the pachinko game machine PY1 can be set to a closed state (closed state) in which game balls do not enter the second starting port 12 or are difficult to enter, and a closed state that is lower than the closed state. The second starting port 12 is set to either an open state (open state) in which game balls can easily enter the ball.

The gate 13 is installed on the right side of the game area 6 so that game balls can pass through. When the game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit determination, which will be described later. Note that the pachinko game machine PY1 does not pay out prize balls to the upper tray 34 even if the game balls pass through the gate 13.

The first big prize opening 14 is installed at the lower right part of the game area 6 so that game balls can enter the game ball. When a game ball enters the first big winning hole 14, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34. The first big prize opening 14 includes a first opening/closing door 14k that can be opened and closed and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown). The pachinko game machine PY1 opens and closes the first opening/closing door 14k using an opening/closing solenoid, thereby switching between a closed state (closed state) in which a game ball cannot enter the first big prize opening 14 and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter the first prize opening 14. Put it in either the open state (open state) where the ball is possible.

The second grand prize opening 15 is installed at the lower right part of the gaming area 6 and below the first grand prize opening 14 so that a game ball can enter. When a game ball enters the second large winning hole 15, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34. The second big prize opening 15 includes a second opening/closing door 15k that can be opened and closed and an opening/closing solenoid (not shown). By opening and closing the second opening/closing door 15k using an opening/closing solenoid, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can be switched between a closed state (closed state) in which a game ball cannot enter the second grand prize opening 15 and a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter. Put it in either the open state (open state) where the ball is possible.

The general prize opening 10 is installed at the lower left and lower right of the gaming area 6 so that game balls can enter. When game balls enter the general winning hole 10, the pachinko game machine PY1 pays out a predetermined number (for example, five) of game balls as prize balls into the upper tray 34.

In addition, an out port 19 is installed at the bottom of the gaming area 6, and any of the general winning port 10, the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12, the first big winning port 14, and the second big winning port 15 is installed. Game balls that have not won a prize are discharged from the pachinko game machine PY1 through the outlet 19.

The game board 1 also includes an image display device 50 that can display a predetermined effect display, a board lamp 54 that can emit light in a predetermined color, and a movable body 55k on the board that can operate in a predetermined operation mode. do. The image display device 50 is installed in the center of the game board 1, and includes a display section 50a composed of, for example, a liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or the like. The panel lamp 54 is installed above the display section 50a, and is composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. The on-board movable body 55k is installed in front of and above the display section 50a. The on-board movable body 55k includes a drive motor (not shown), and is configured to be movable up and down by the drive motor, as shown in FIG. 2, for example. Note that the movement of the on-board movable body 55k may be other than vertical movement.

Furthermore, the game board 1 includes display devices 8 for notifying the status of the pachinko game machine PY1. The display devices 8 are installed at the lower left part of the game board 1, and are composed of, for example, a plurality of LEDs. Pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines the gaming status of pachinko gaming machine PY1 (variable display and stop display of special symbols, variable display and stop display of regular symbols, variable display and stop display of regular symbols, 1, number of special drawings 2, number of regular drawings, etc.) are notified to the player.

3. Basic Game Next, the basic game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of executing special figure games and regular figure games using game balls fired by operating the handle 72k.

3-1. Special figure game Pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination when a game ball enters the first starting port 11 or a game ball enters the second starting port 12, and acquires the right to receive a jackpot determination. A jackpot determination is made based on. Then, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs variable display of special symbols depending on the result of the jackpot determination. The mode of variable display of the special figure (also referred to as "variable display time") differs depending on the type of variation pattern described below.

The right to receive a jackpot determination is, for example, a random number value, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs the jackpot determination based on the obtained random number value. The jackpot determination is to determine whether or not to play a jackpot game, and when playing a jackpot game, it is determined that the player has won the jackpot, and when playing a small win game, it is determined that the player has won a small win. If you do not do this, you will lose.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 determines a jackpot by hitting the game ball into the first starting hole 11, it displays a first special symbol in a variable manner. The variable display of the first special figure is, for example, a display in which two LEDs at the upper left of the display devices 8 blink. When the variable display time corresponding to the type of variation pattern has elapsed, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the first special symbol in a manner that indicates the result of the jackpot determination. The modes of the stop display of the first special drawing include a mode indicating a jackpot win (for example, two LEDs at the top left are lit) and a mode indicating a small win (for example, only one LED at the top left is lit). , and a mode indicating a loss (for example, only the other LED at the upper left is lit).

On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 determines a jackpot by hitting the game ball into the second starting hole 12, it displays a variable second special symbol. The variable display of the second special figure is, for example, a display in which two LEDs at the lower left of the display device 8 blink. When the variable display time corresponding to the type of variation pattern has elapsed, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the second special symbol in a manner that indicates the result of the jackpot determination. The second special figure can be stopped and displayed in two ways: one that indicates a jackpot win (for example, two LEDs at the bottom left are lit) and one that indicates a small win (for example, only one LED at the bottom left is lit). , and a mode indicating a loss (for example, only the other LED at the lower left is lit).

In addition, if the game ball enters the first starting slot 11 during the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a look-ahead determination described later, and reserves the right to receive the acquired jackpot determination from the special figure 1. be memorized as . On the other hand, if the game ball enters the second starting slot 12 during the variable display of the special figure, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a pre-read judgment and stores the acquired right to receive the jackpot judgment as special figure 2 reservation. do. The pachinko game machine PY1 can store up to a predetermined number of toku-zu 1-reserved and toku-zu 2-reserved (for example, 4 toku 1 and 4 toku 2). The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a jackpot determination for the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold after the special figure is stopped and displayed. In addition, when special figure 1 reservation and special figure 2 reservation are stored at the same time, the jackpot determination for special figure 2 reservation may be performed preferentially, or the jackpot determination for special figure 1 reservation may be performed. The jackpot determination may be performed preferentially, or the jackpot determination may be performed in the order in which they are stored.

Pre-reading judgment is to judge in advance whether or not a jackpot game will be played (whether or not a jackpot will be won in the jackpot judgment) before the jackpot judgment is performed. A pre-read win is assumed, and if a jackpot game is not played, a pre-read non-win is assumed. Note that when multiple types of variation patterns can be determined, a variation pattern preliminary determination may be performed in which a variation pattern to be determined is determined in advance in the pre-read determination.

Pachinko game machine PY1 notifies the player of the number when storing special symbol 1 reservation or special symbol 2 reservation. The number of reserved special figures 1 is notified, for example, by lighting or blinking of the two LEDs at the top of the display 8, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", only one LED lights up and the special figure 1 is not displayed. When the number of 1 reservations is "2", only two LEDs light up, when the number of special symbols 1 reservations is "3", only one LED blinks, and when the number of special symbols 1 reservations is "4", Only two LEDs flash. On the other hand, the number of reserved special drawings 2 is notified by, for example, lighting or blinking of the two LEDs at the middle and lower part of the display device 8, and when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "1", only one LED lights up, When the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "2", only two LEDs light up, and when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "3", only one LED blinks, and when the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "4", only one LED lights up. Sometimes only two LEDs flash.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a jackpot game after stopping and displaying the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a manner indicating a jackpot win. The jackpot game is a game in which a round game in which the first jackpot 14 or the second jackpot 15 is opened is played a plurality of times (for example, 10 times), although the details will be described later. The jackpot game is an advantageous game for the player because an opportunity to win a game ball (opportunity for a prize ball) is given by opening the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15. Note that the jackpot game ends when all of the plurality of round games are played.

On the other hand, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a small winning game after stopping and displaying the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a manner indicating a small winning. The small winning game is a game in which the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 is opened for a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds), although the details will be described later. The small winning game is an advantageous game for the player because an opportunity to win a game ball (opportunity for a prize ball) is given by opening the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15.

3-2. When a game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires the right to receive a hit determination, and performs a hit determination based on the acquired right. Then, the pachinko game machine PY1 performs a variable display of common symbols depending on the result of the hit determination.

The hit determination is to determine whether or not to perform the auxiliary game, and when the auxiliary game is performed, it is determined that the game has won, and when the auxiliary game is not performed, it is determined that the game is a loss.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a variable display of common symbols when a winning determination is made based on the winning of a game ball at the gate 13. The variable display of the ordinary map is a display in which a plurality of LEDs at the upper right of the display device 8 blink. When a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the variable display of the regular symbols, the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the regular symbols in a manner that indicates the result of the hit determination. There are two modes for displaying the stoppage of the common map: a mode indicating a win (for example, all LEDs are lit) and a mode indicating a loss (for example, only one LED is lit).

Furthermore, when a game ball enters a prize at the gate 13 during the variable display of a common symbol, the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the acquired right to receive a winning determination as a pending common symbol. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of storing up to a predetermined number (for example, 2) of reserved games. After the pachinko game machine PY1 stops displaying the regular game, it performs a hit determination on the pending regular game.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the number of reserved symbols, it notifies the player of the number. The number of reserved maps is notified by lighting up multiple LEDs on the lower right side of the display device 8. For example, when the number of reserved maps is "1", only one LED lights up, and the number of reserved maps is "1". 2'', only two LEDs are lit.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs an auxiliary game after stopping and displaying the normal game in a manner that indicates winning. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second starting port 12 is opened for a predetermined period of time (for example, 3.5 seconds), which will be described in detail later. In the auxiliary game, opening of the second starting port 12 provides an opportunity for the game ball to enter the second starting port 12 (an opportunity for a prize ball, an opportunity to acquire the right to receive a jackpot determination), so the game is It is an advantageous game for everyone.

4. Game State Next, the game state of the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 3(A). FIG. 3(A) is a diagram showing possible gaming states of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. As shown in FIG. 3(A), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a "low probability low base gaming state" (also referred to as "normal gaming state"), a "low probability high ``base gaming state'' (also referred to as ``time-saving gaming state''), ``high probability low base gaming state'' (also referred to as ``probability gaming state''), and ``high probability high base gaming state'' (also referred to as ``probability variable gaming state''). It is possible to make it possible to take any one or more of the four types of gaming states.

The "low probability low base gaming state" is the gaming state in the initial state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. In the pachinko game machine PY1, the gaming state can be brought to an initial state by operating an initialization switch (also referred to as a "RAM clear switch") (not shown) provided on the back side of the front door 23.

The "low probability high base gaming state" is a gaming state that may occur after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined time-saving termination condition is satisfied. The predetermined time saving end conditions include that a jackpot game is played and that the number of variable display of special symbols reaches a predetermined number (for example, 200 times).

Furthermore, the "low probability high base gaming state" may also be possible when a specific loss occurs in the jackpot determination in the "low probability low base gaming state". A specific loss includes a loss for a specific number of times when all jackpot determinations are a loss for a predetermined specific number of times (for example, 900 times), and a specific percentage of losses in the jackpot determination (for example, 1/200). ) is included. The pachinko game machine PY1 enters a "low probability high base game state" after the end of the variable display of the special symbol that resulted in a specific loss (after the special symbol is stopped and displayed). In this case, the "low probability high base gaming state" also continues until the predetermined time saving termination condition is satisfied, similar to the case where the "low probability high base gaming state" is changed after the jackpot gaming state.

The "high probability low base gaming state" is a gaming state that can occur after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined probability ending condition is satisfied. The predetermined potential end conditions include that a jackpot game is played and that the number of variable display of special symbols reaches a predetermined number (for example, 200 times). Furthermore, even if the game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 during the jackpot game, the "high probability low base gaming state" is set. good.

The "high probability high base gaming state" is a gaming state that can occur after the jackpot gaming state, and continues until a predetermined variable probability ending condition is satisfied. The predetermined variable probability ending conditions include that a jackpot game is played and that the number of variable display of special symbols reaches a predetermined number (for example, 100 times). In addition, even if the game ball passes through a specific area provided inside the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 during the jackpot game, the "high probability high base gaming state" is set. good.

"Low probability low base game state" and "low probability high base game state" belong to the normal probability state where the probability of winning a jackpot in the jackpot determination is normal probability (for example, 1/300), and "high probability low base game state" The "state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" belong to a high probability state in which the probability of winning a jackpot in the jackpot determination is higher than the normal probability (for example, 1/30). Therefore, the "high probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are more advantageous to the player than the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "low probability high base gaming state" in terms of jackpot winning probability. It can be said that it is in a gaming state.

In addition, the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state" are states in which the game ball does not enter the second starting hole 12 or is difficult to enter the prize (for example, it does not become a winning prize in the hit determination, or it becomes difficult to win). "low probability high base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state" belong to the non-time saving state (such as a state in which the opening time of the second starting port 12 is relatively short), and "low probability high base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state" The game ball belongs to a time-saving state in which it is easy to win a prize (for example, a state in which it is easy to win in a hit determination, or a state in which the opening time of the second starting port 12 is relatively long). Therefore, regarding the second starting port 12 (regarding the ease of winning a game ball into the second starting port 12), the "low probability high base gaming state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are the "low probability low base gaming state". It can be said that this gaming state is more advantageous to the player than the "gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state."

In addition, the non-time saving state is a state in which the game ball does not enter the second starting port 12 or it is difficult to enter the prize, so the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state" are the states in which the game ball does not enter the second starting port 12. On the other hand, the time-saving state is a state in which it is easier for game balls to enter the second starting port 12 than in the first starting port 12, so it is considered a "low probability high base game". It can be said that the "state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are gaming states in which a game ball is more likely to win in the second starting hole 12 than in the first starting hole 11.

Further, in the pachinko game machine PY1, the jackpot winning probability in the normal probability state and the high probability state can be changed by operating a setting change switch (not shown) provided on the back of the front door 23. The setting change switch is, for example, a dip switch that can be switched to three stages: upper stage, middle stage, and lower stage. When the setting change switch is in the upper row, it is called "setting 1," when the setting change switch is in the middle row, it is called "setting 2," and when the setting change switch is in the lower row, it is called "setting 3." In "Setting 1", the probability of winning the jackpot in the normal probability state is the first probability (for example, 1/300), and the probability of winning the jackpot in the high probability state is the second probability (for example, 1/30). In addition, "Setting 2" is a third probability (for example, 1/280) in which the probability of winning the jackpot in the normal probability state is higher than the first probability, and the probability of winning the jackpot in the high probability state is higher than the second probability. This is a high fourth probability (for example, 1/28). In addition, "Setting 3" is a fifth probability (for example, 1/260) in which the probability of winning the jackpot in the normal probability state is higher than the third probability, and the probability of winning the jackpot in the high probability state is higher than the fourth probability. This is a high sixth probability (for example, 1/26). Note that the jackpot winning probability can be changed as appropriate within the range of increasing in the order of "Setting 1" < "Setting 2" < "Setting 3".

5. Jackpot Game Next, the jackpot game played by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 3(B) and FIG. 4(A). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 plays any one of four types of jackpot games: "jackpot game Wα,""jackpot game Xα,""jackpot game Yα," and "jackpot game Zα." It is possible to play one or more types of jackpot games.

The "jackpot game Wα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "high probability high base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Wα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

The "jackpot game Xα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "low probability high base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Xα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

The "jackpot game Yα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "high probability low base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Yα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

The "jackpot game Zα" is a jackpot game that subsequently becomes a "low probability low base game state" and continues until α number of round games are completed. α is an integer from 2 to 10, and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 opens either the first grand prize opening 14 or the second grand prize opening 15 in one round game. That is, in the "jackpot game Zα", the round game is played any number of times from 2 to 10 times depending on α.

In addition, in "jackpot game Wα", "jackpot game Xα", "jackpot game Yα", and "jackpot game Zα", only the first big prize opening 14 may be opened for all round games. However, only the second major prize opening 15 may be opened for all round games, or the first major prize opening 14 may be opened for some round games, and the remaining round games may be opened. The second grand prize opening 15 may be opened for the player. In both the round game in which the first grand prize opening 14 is opened and the round game in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened, an opportunity to win a game ball (opportunity to win a prize ball) is given. Therefore, it is an advantageous game for the player.

"Jackpot game Wα" and "Jackpot game Yα" belong to the so-called fixed-variable jackpot games in which the gaming state becomes a high probability state, and "Jackpot game Xα" and "Jackpot game Zα" belong to so-called probability-variable jackpot games in which the gaming state becomes a normal probability state. Usually belongs to jackpot games. Therefore, it can be said that "jackpot game Wα" and "jackpot game Yα" are jackpot games that are more advantageous to the player than "jackpot game Xα" and "jackpot game Zα" in terms of subsequent jackpot winning probability, and "jackpot game A jackpot gaming state in which either "Jackpot Game Wα" or "Jackpot Game Yα" is played is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than a jackpot gaming state in which either "Jackpot Game Xα" or "Jackpot Game Zα" is played. I can say that.

In addition, "Jackpot Game Wα" and "Jackpot Game Xα" belong to so-called jackpot games with electric support where the gaming state is in a time-saving state, and "Jackpot Game Yα" and "Jackpot Game Zα" are in a non-time-saving state. It belongs to the so-called electric support no jackpot game. Therefore, "Jackpot game Wα" and "Jackpot game Xα" are related to the subsequent second starting port 12 (regarding the ease of winning the game ball to the subsequent second starting port 12), "Jackpot game Yα" and " It can be said that it is a jackpot game that is more advantageous to the player than "Jackpot Game Zα", and the jackpot game state in which either "Jackpot Game Wα" or "Jackpot Game Xα" is played is "Jackpot Game Yα" or "Jackpot Game Zα". It can be said that this is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than a jackpot gaming state in which either one of the above occurs.

Here, the flow of the jackpot game will be explained. FIG. 4(A) is a time chart showing the flow of the jackpot game. Here, a jackpot game in which only the first jackpot 14 is opened will be exemplified.

As shown in FIG. 4(A), when the jackpot game starts after the special drawings are stopped and displayed, a jackpot opening (also referred to as "jackpot OP") is first set. The jackpot OP continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed, and when the jackpot OP ends, the first round of the round game is started. The round game continues until a predetermined time (for example, 30 seconds) passes or until a predetermined number of game balls (for example, 10) enter the first grand prize opening 14. When the first round game ends, an inter-round interval (also referred to as "round IT") is set. The round IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and when the round IT ends, the second round of the round game is started. Then, when the final round game (for example, the 10th round game) ends, a jackpot ending (also referred to as "jackpot ED") is set. The jackpot ED continues until a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) has elapsed, and one jackpot game ends when the jackpot ED ends. Note that either or both of the jackpot OP and the jackpot ED may not be set.

6. Small Win Game Next, the small win game played by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIG. 3(B) and FIG. 4(B). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of playing a small winning game as a game different from a jackpot game. A small winning game is a game in which the game state is not changed after that, unlike a big winning game. For example, if a small winning game is played in the "low probability low base gaming state", the "low probability low base gaming state" continues even after the small winning game. Pachinko game machine PY1 opens either the first big winning hole 14 or the second big winning hole 15 in a small winning game.

FIG. 4(B) is a time chart showing the flow of the small winning game. Here, a small winning game in which only the first big prize opening 14 is opened will be exemplified. As shown in FIG. 4(B), when the small winning game starts after the special symbols are stopped and displayed, a pre-opening interval (also referred to as "pre-release IT") is first set. The pre-opening IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and when the pre-opening IT ends, the first grand prize opening 14 is opened. The opening of the first big winning hole 14 continues until a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) has elapsed or until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls enter the first big winning hole 14. When the opening of the first big prize opening 14 is completed, a post-opening interval (also referred to as "post-opening IT") is set. The post-release IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and one small winning game ends when the post-release IT ends. Note that either or both of the pre-release IT and post-release IT may not be set. Further, in consideration of the playability of the pachinko game machine PY1, small winning games may not be played.

7. Auxiliary Game Next, the auxiliary game performed by the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 3(B) and 4(C). As shown in FIG. 3(B), the pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an auxiliary game as a game different from the jackpot game and the small win game. The auxiliary game is a game in which the second starting port 12 is opened, unlike the jackpot game and the small win game. In the auxiliary game, the opening time of the second starting port 12 changes depending on the game state. For example, when the auxiliary game is performed in a non-time saving state, the opening time of the second starting port 12 changes depending on the game state. While the second starting port 12 opens, when an auxiliary game is performed in the time saving state, the second starting port 12 opens for a second opening time (for example, 3.5 seconds) that is longer than the first opening time. .

FIG. 4(C) is a time chart showing the flow of the auxiliary game. As shown in FIG. 4(C), when the auxiliary game starts after the normal figure is stopped and displayed, the second starting port 12 opens. The second starting port 12 is opened until a predetermined time period (the first opening time in a non-time-saving state, the second opening time in a time-saving state) or until a predetermined number of openings (for example, four) have elapsed. This continues until the game ball enters the second starting port 12. When the opening of the second starting port 12 is completed, a post-opening interval (also referred to as "post-opening IT") is set. The post-release IT continues until a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed, and one auxiliary game ends when the post-release IT ends.

8. Performance Next, the performance performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 5 to 12. The pachinko game machine PY1 can set different performance modes depending on the game state. In each performance mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 operates on various performance devices (normal button 40, special button 41, image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable body on the board) that the pachinko game machine PY1 has. 55k, frame movable body 58k, etc.), it is possible to perform the effects shown below.

8-1. Performance Mode First, the performance mode will be explained using FIG. 5. The production mode is a division of production (or a superordinate attribute). The pachinko game machine PY1 can set a customer waiting performance mode, a normal performance mode, a variable probability performance mode, a time-saving performance mode, and a jackpot performance mode as performance modes.

In the customer waiting production mode, special symbols are stopped and displayed in "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" and "high probability high base gaming state". This is an effect mode that may be set when the special figure is being displayed (when the variable display of the special figure is not being performed). In the customer waiting performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the player is waiting for the variable display of special symbols. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a customer waiting performance while the customer waiting performance mode is set. The customer waiting performance is a performance in which a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 5(A-1). Furthermore, when the normal button 40 is operated while the pachinko game machine PY1 is displaying the customer waiting demonstration video G100, the pachinko game machine PY1 changes the settings related to the performance of the pachinko game machine PY1, as shown in FIG. 5 (A-2). A setting screen G101 for performing the above may be displayed on the display unit 50a. The pachinko game machine PY1 allows settings regarding the performance of the pachinko game machine PY1 while displaying the setting screen G101. The settings related to the effect include the volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, the brightness setting of the display unit 50a (also referred to as "light amount setting"), the frequency setting of the effect to be performed (also referred to as "effect setting"), and the like.

The normal performance mode is a performance mode that may be set over one or more variable displays of special symbols in the "low probability low base game state" or the "high probability low base game state". In the normal performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the game is in a non-time saving state. In the normal production mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays, for example, a normal background image G102 having a background representing a mountain scenery on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5(B-1). Note that the background displayed in the normal production mode is not limited to the normal background image G102, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or at random.

The variable probability performance mode is a performance mode that may be set over one or more variable displays of special symbols in the "high probability high base game state". In the variable probability performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the game is in a high probability state and a time saving state. In the variable probability performance mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, for example, a variable probability background image G103 representing the universe on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-2). Note that the background displayed in the variable probability production mode is not limited to only the variable probability background image G103, and a plurality of types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or at random.

The time-saving performance mode is a performance mode that may be set over variable display of special symbols once or multiple times in the "low probability high base game state". In the time-saving performance mode, it is suggested to the player that the game is in a normal probability state and a time-saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays, for example, a time-saving background image G104 with a background representing the sky on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (B-3). Note that the background displayed in the time-saving production mode is not limited to the time-saving background image G104, and multiple types of backgrounds may be displayed in order or at random.

The jackpot production mode is a production mode set in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot performance mode, it is suggested to the player that a jackpot game is being executed. In the jackpot production mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays an opening image G107 that suggests the start of the jackpot game, and a right-hand hit that encourages "right-hand hitting", as shown in FIG. 5 (C-1), when starting the jackpot game. The image G108 and the like are displayed on the display section 50a. Note that the display of these images is called "opening effect."

In addition, in the jackpot performance mode, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a round image G109 etc. indicating the number of rounds on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-2), and then When the state becomes a probability state, a promoted image G110 indicating that the state becomes a high probability state is displayed on the display unit 50a. Note that the display of these images is referred to as a "round effect."

In addition, in the jackpot production mode, the pachinko game machine PY1 also provides an ending image G111, which suggests the production mode to be set after the jackpot production mode, as shown in FIG. 5 (C-3), at the end of the jackpot game. A total prize ball number image G112 etc. indicating the total number of prize balls paid out is displayed on the display section 50a. Note that the display of these images is called an "ending effect."

In the basic embodiment, five types of performance modes are set: customer waiting performance mode, normal performance mode, variable probability performance mode, time-saving performance mode, and jackpot performance mode, but the types of performance modes may be changed as appropriate. You may change or add.

8-2. Special Figure Variation Effect Next, special figure variation effect (also referred to as "variation effect") will be explained using FIGS. 6 to 8. The special figure variation performance is a performance for suggesting the result of jackpot determination. When the variable display of the special symbols is started, the pachinko game machine PY1 executes a special symbol variable performance using performance symbols in parallel with the variable display of the special symbols. As shown in FIG. 6(A), the performance pattern is composed of a left performance pattern EZ1, a middle performance pattern EZ2, and a right performance pattern EZ3.

The pachinko game machine PY1 displays performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in a variable manner on the background (normal background image G102, probability variable background image G103, and time-saving background image G104) in the special pattern variation performance. Note that "↓" in the figure indicates that the performance symbols are being displayed in a variable manner. For example, the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are each composed of numerical symbols from "1" to "9", and in the variable display of the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the production patterns are changed with the start of the variable display of the special pattern. EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 fluctuate, and the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 stop with the stop display of the special symbol. Then, the result of the jackpot determination is suggested by the manner in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed.

8-2-1. Normal variation Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform normal variation first in the special figure variation performance. The normal fluctuation is a performance in which the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner, and functions as a performance that suggests that variable display of special symbols has started.

In the normal variation, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts displaying the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 in variation, as shown in FIG. 6(B). Then, when the pachinko game machine PY1 normally loses without generating a reach after the fluctuation, as shown in FIG. After stopping, as shown in 6(D), the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner that suggests a loss (so-called loose eye). A mode that suggests a loss is a mode where the left and right performance symbols are not the same, such as "1, 1, 2" or "2, 4, 6". On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 generates a reach after normal fluctuation, the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are placed in the same manner (so-called reach eye) as shown in FIG. 6 (C-2). Stop display and establish reach. Note that the stopping order of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-2. N Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing N Reach after establishing a Reach. N reach is, for example, a ready-to-reach performance in which the fluctuation speed of the medium performance symbol EZ2 gradually slows down, and functions as a performance that suggests that there is a possibility that a jackpot game will be played.

The pachinko game machine PY1 gradually reduces the fluctuation speed of the medium performance symbol EZ2 at N reach, as shown in FIG. 7(A). Then, when the pachinko game machine PY1 decides to lose with N reach, as shown in FIG. 7(B), it stops the medium performance symbol EZ2 and displays the performance symbol EZ1 in a manner suggesting a loss of reach (so-called reach loss eye). , EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. A mode that suggests a reach loss is a mode where the left and right performance symbols are the same, such as "7, 6, 7" or "5, 3, 5", but the symbol inside is different from the left and right performance symbols. On the other hand, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 does not stop the medium performance symbol EZ2 when developing the SP reach after the N reach. Note that the content of the N reach performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-3. SP Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP Reach after N Reach. The SP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between a main character and an enemy character is displayed, and it functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility that a jackpot game will be played.

In the SP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the SP title image G1 representing the start of the SP reach on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 8(A). For example, the SP title image G1 is also a character image, ``Defeat enemy A!''. After that, as shown in FIG. 8(B), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a main character image G200 representing the main character and an enemy character image G201 representing the enemy character on the display unit 50a, and displays the main character image G200 and the enemy character image G201. A video of a battle between characters is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, when the final phase of the battle is reached, if the pachinko game machine PY1 decides to hit the jackpot with SP reach, the main character enters the battle as shown in Figure 8 (C-1), suggesting a jackpot. In addition to displaying a state of being happy with winning, performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a jackpot win (so-called doubles). In addition, when the pachinko game machine PY1 loses due to SP reach, as shown in FIG. At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a reach loss. On the other hand, the pachinko game machine PY1 does not stop the medium performance symbol EZ2 when developing the SP SP reach after this SP reach. Note that the content of the SP reach performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-2-4. SPSP Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SPSP Reach after SP Reach. SPSP reach is, for example, a reach effect in which a battle between a main character and a powerful enemy character is displayed, and functions as an effect that suggests that there is a high possibility that a jackpot game will be played.

In the SPSP reach, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays the SPSP title image G2 representing the start of the SPSP reach on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 9(A). The SPSP title image G2 is, for example, a text image of "Defeat enemy B!". After that, as shown in FIG. 9(B), the pachinko gaming machine PY1 displays a main character image G200 representing the main character and a strong enemy character image G202 representing a strong enemy character on the display unit 50a, and displays the main character and the strong enemy. A video of a battle between characters is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, when the final phase of the battle is reached, the pachinko game machine PY1 will move the main character into the battle to indicate a jackpot, as shown in Figure 9 (C-1). In addition to displaying a state of being happy with winning, performance patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a jackpot win (so-called doubles). On the other hand, when the pachinko game machine PY1 loses due to SPSP reach, as shown in FIG. At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting a reach loss. Note that the content of SPSP reach can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 will stop in a manner indicating a jackpot (also referred to as "jackpot expectation level") will be explained. The jackpot expectation level is determined by the execution probability based on the result of the jackpot determination. For example, if the execution probability of N Reach is set to 10% if the jackpot determination result is a loss, and 100% if the jackpot determination result is a jackpot win, then the execution probability of SP Reach is set to 10% if the jackpot determination result is a jackpot win. is set to 4% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, and to 100% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot win, then the jackpot expectation level for SP reach is set to 4%, and the jackpot expectation level for N reach is set to 4%. can be higher than.

Also, for example, if the execution probability of SP Reach is set to 4% when the jackpot determination result is a loss, and is set to 100% when the jackpot determination result is a jackpot win, then If the execution probability is set to 2% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, but set to 100% if the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot win, the jackpot expectation level for SPSP reach will be set to 2% if the jackpot judgment result is a loss. It can be higher than expected. In this way, by setting in advance the execution probability according to the result of jackpot determination for an executable performance, it is possible to determine the jackpot expectation level for that performance.

8-3. Hold Icon and the Icon Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the hold icon HA on the display unit 50a while the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold is stored. The hold icon HA is, for example, an "o" icon image. Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the icon TA on the display section 50a during variable display of the special figure. The icon TA is, for example, the same "O" icon image as the pending icon HA.

A pending icon display area 50d is provided at the bottom of the display section 50a. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the pending icon display area 50d includes a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. The pachinko game machine PY1 displays a reservation icon HA in each display area 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, 50d4 according to the number of special symbols 1 or 2 reserved. For example, when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and A hold icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2. In addition, in the reservation icon display area 50d, both the number of special symbols 1 and 2 can be displayed, or only one of the number of reserved symbols 1 and 2 can be displayed. It is also possible to do so. Further, the number of display areas constituting the pending icon display area 50d can be changed as appropriate.

Further, an icon display area 50e is provided at the bottom of the display section 50a and near the pending icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e is composed of one display area, as shown in FIG. 10(A). When the pachinko game machine PY1 starts variable display of special symbols, it displays the icon TA, which is the same as or different from the pending icon HA, in the icon display area 50e. Note that the icon TA may not be displayed in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

8-3-1. Hold Performance Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform hold performance in response to a game ball entering the first starting slot 11 or the second starting slot 12. The hold performance is, for example, a performance in which a hold icon HA is displayed in the hold icon display area 50d, and functions as a performance for notifying the player of the number of special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold.

In the pachinko game machine PY1, when a game ball enters the first starting slot 11 when the special figure 1 pending number is "0" and the variable display of the special figure is not performed, as shown in FIG. 10(B), Then, the icon TA is displayed in the icon display area 50e. Further, in the pachinko game machine PY1, for example, when two game balls enter the first starting slot 11 during the variable display of special symbols, as shown in FIG. 10(C), the first A hold icon HA is displayed in the display area 50d1 and the second display area 50d2 to inform the player that the number of special drawings 1 held is "2". Furthermore, when pachinko gaming machine PY1 starts variable display of a new special figure while displaying the hold icon HA in the first display area 50d1 and second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d, 10(D), the pending icon HA in the first display area 50d1 of the pending icon display area 50d is moved to the icon display area 50e and displayed as the icon TA, and the The hold icon HA in the second display area 50d2 is moved to the first display area 50d1 and displayed to notify the player that the number of special drawings 1 hold is "1".

8-4. Preview Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a preview performance at any timing in the special figure variation performance. The preview performance is a performance that uses the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the board lamp 54, the board movable body 55k, the frame movable body 58k, the normal button 40, the special button 41, etc., and the jackpot game is performed. It functions as a production that suggests the possibility of being exposed.

8-4-1. Movable Body Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a movable body performance using the board movable body 55k or the frame movable body 58k as a preview performance. The movable body performance is, for example, a performance in which the board movable body 55k and the frame movable body 58k move.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a movable object performance at an arbitrary timing in the special symbol variation performance (for example, the timing when N reach develops to SP reach). Here, a movable object effect using the on-board movable object 55k will be exemplified. The movable object effect is an effect in which the on-board movable object 55k moves onto the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 11(A). In the movable object performance, the pachinko game machine PY1 displays an effect image G4 in a space of the display section 50a that does not overlap with the on-board movable object 55k. After the movable body performance, as shown in FIG. 11(B), the on-board movable body 55k returns to the normal standby state (initial position), and the performance develops. FIG. 11(B) shows a case where SPSP reaches. Note that the movement of the movable body 55k on the board in the movable body performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-4-2. Operation Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an operation performance using the normal button 40 or the special button 41 as a preview performance. The operation performance is, for example, a performance in which the player operates the normal button 40 or the special button 41.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs an operation performance at an arbitrary timing in the special symbol variation performance (for example, during SP reach). Here, an example of an operation effect using the normal button 40 will be illustrated. In the operation performance, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 generates a period (referred to as a "button operation valid period") in which the pressing operation of the normal button 40 is valid, and with the occurrence of this button operation valid period, the period shown in FIG. As shown, a performance (referred to as a "button operation promotion performance") that prompts the user to operate the normal button 40 is performed. In the button operation promotion effect, a button operation promotion image G3 is displayed, and the button operation promotion image G3 includes a normal button image G31 imitating the normal button 40, and a press operation representing the operation mode (i.e., press operation) of the normal button 40. It is composed of an image G32 (in this case, a character image of "Press") and an operation valid period remaining time image G33 representing the remaining time of the button operation valid period. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 operates as shown in FIG. As shown in 12(B), the button operation promotion effect is finished and the operation result effect is performed. FIG. 12(B) shows a case where a movable body effect in which the on-board movable body 55k moves is performed as an operation result effect. Note that the content of the operation performance can be changed as appropriate.

8-4-3. Pre-read performance Pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing a pre-read performance based on a pre-read determination as a preview performance. The pre-read effect is, for example, an effect in which the pending icon HA changes, and functions as an effect to suggest the result of the jackpot determination in advance.

The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a look-ahead effect in response to storing the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold. Here, we will exemplify the look-ahead performance for the special figure 1 hold. When the game ball enters the first starting port 11, the pachinko game machine PY1 stores the special symbol 1 pending as shown in FIG. In the pending icon display area 50d, a "☆" icon image is displayed as the pending icon HA, instead of the "0" icon image normally displayed. Note that the content of the look-ahead presentation can be changed as appropriate.

9. Internal Configuration Next, the internal configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 13 to 16. FIG. 13 is a block diagram of portions related to control of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. As shown in FIG. 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a main control section 100 that controls the game, and a performance control section 120 that executes the performance. The main control section 100 and the production control section 120 are electrically connected, and the production control section 120 mainly executes production according to instructions from the main control section 100.

9-1. Main Control Section The main control section 100 includes a microcomputer 101 for game control. The game control microcomputer 101 includes, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), and mainly controls various games (special figure games, regular figure games, game status, prize ball payout, etc.). Further, the game control microcomputer 101 includes a game input section 101a, a game output section 101b, and a game storage section 101c. The game input unit 101a includes winning devices provided on the game board 1 (first starting port 11, second starting port 12, gate 13, first big winning port 14, second big winning port 15, general winning port 10, etc.). Input the winning information of the game ball, the operation information of the initialization switch, the operation information of the setting change switch, etc. The game output unit 101b outputs performance data and performance commands generated in response to game control to the performance control unit 120 and the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1. The game storage unit 101c is composed of, for example, a ROM (Read Only Memory) or a RAM (Random Access Memory), and stores a table for selecting game contents, and game data (special figure 1 pending) that is generated according to game control. , special map 2 reservation, general map reservation, etc.).

Various games are mainly controlled based on winning information and operation information input by the game input section 101a. The game control microcomputer 101 controls various games using the table and game data stored in the game storage section 101c.

9-2. The table game control microcomputer 101 can make various selections in controlling the game. When making a selection, a table stored in the game storage section 101c is referred to. The table shown below is stored in the game storage unit 101c.

9-2-1. Variation Pattern Determination Table A variation pattern determination table 103a1 shown in FIG. 14 is stored in the game storage unit 101c. The variation pattern determination table 103a1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of variation pattern. The game control microcomputer 101 refers to the variation pattern determination table 103a1 and selects the type of variation pattern when performing variable display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol based on the result of the jackpot determination.

As shown in FIG. 14, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of variation pattern based on the game state, the type of starting opening, the result of jackpot determination, the result of reach determination, the number of reserved special symbols, etc. Reach determination is to determine whether or not to perform the above-mentioned reach effect (N reach, SP reach, SPSP reach) during the variable display of the special figure, and when the reach effect is performed, it is determined that there is reach. , If the reach effect is not performed, there will be no reach. The game control microcomputer 101 can select any one of seven types of variation patterns: "THP001" to "THP002", "THP011" to "THP013", and "THP021" to "THP022". It is possible. The game control microcomputer 101 performs variable display of the first special figure or the second special figure in a variable display mode (variable display time) according to the selected variation pattern. Note that the type of variation pattern can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each variation pattern will be explained. As mentioned above, during the variable display of the special figure, a special figure variation effect is performed. In the special figure fluctuating performance, a performance flow consisting of one or more performances is executed, and each variation pattern is associated with the variable display time of the special figure and the performance flow executed in the special figure fluctuating performance. For example, as shown in FIG. 14, "THP001" and "THP011" have a special figure variable display time of 120000 ms, and "Normal variation" → "Reach" → "N reach" → "SP reach" → " "SPSP Reach" corresponds to the production flow consisting of "SPSP Reach", and "THP002" and "THP012" have a special figure variable display time of 100,000 ms, and "Normal fluctuation" → "Reach" → "N Reach" → " "THP013" is a production flow consisting of "Normal variation" → "Reach" → "N reach" with a special figure variable display time of 20,000 ms. "THP021" and "THP022" are associated with a production flow in which the variable display time of the special figure is 13000ms or 2000ms and is composed of only "normal variation". In this way, depending on the type of variation pattern selected by the game control microcomputer 101, the time of the special figure variation effect and the effect executed in the special figure variation effect are made different.

"THP001" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and since the end of the production flow is "SPSP reach", "THP001" is referred to as "SPSP jackpot fluctuation". Moreover, "THP002" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win, and since the end of the production flow is "SP reach", "THP002" is referred to as "SP jackpot fluctuation". Furthermore, "THP011" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "SPSP reach", "THP011" is referred to as "SPSP loss fluctuation". Furthermore, "THP012" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "SP reach", "THP012" is referred to as "SP loss variation". Furthermore, "THP013" is selected when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, and since the end of the production flow is "N reach", "THP013" is referred to as "N loss variation". In addition, "THP021" and "THP022" are selected when the result of jackpot judgment is a loss, and the end of the production flow is "normal fluctuation", so "THP021" and "THP022" are called "normal loss fluctuation". . It should be noted that the selection ratio of the variable patterns can be set as appropriate in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-2-2. Prefetch Determination Table A prefetch determination table 103b1 shown in FIG. 15 is stored in the game storage section 101c. The prefetch determination table 103b1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the type of prefetch pattern. When the right to receive a jackpot determination is acquired, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the prefetch determination table 103b1 and selects the type of prefetch pattern. The diagram shown in FIG. 15 is a prefetch determination table 103b1.

As shown in FIG. 15, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the type of prefetch pattern based on the gaming state, the type of starting opening, the result of the prefetch determination, and the like. The game control microcomputer 101 can select any one of three types of pre-read patterns "SHP001" to "SHP003" as the pre-read pattern. Note that the type of prefetch pattern can be changed as appropriate.

"SHP001" is selected when the result of the pre-reading determination is a pre-reading win, so "SHP001" is referred to as a "jackpot pre-reading pattern". In addition, "SHP002" is selected when the result of pre-reading judgment is that the result of pre-reading is non-winning, and the result of pre-judgment of variation pattern is a variation pattern with reach ("THP011" to "THP013"), so "SHP002" is selected. This is called the “reach-loss look-ahead pattern.” In addition, "SHP003" is selected when the result of pre-reading judgment is that the result of pre-reading is not winning, and the result of pre-reading judgment of variation pattern is a variation pattern without reach ("THP021" to "THP022"), so "SHP003" is selected. This is called the "normally lose look-ahead pattern."

9-2-3. Symbol Determination Table A symbol determination table 103c1 shown in FIG. 16 is stored in the game storage section 101c. The symbol determination table 103c1 is a table that is referred to when selecting the types of stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When a jackpot determination is made, the game control microcomputer 101 refers to the symbol determination table 103c1 and selects the types of stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The diagram shown in FIG. 16 is a symbol determination table 103c1.

As shown in FIG. 16, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the types of stop symbols of the first special symbol and the second special symbol based on the type of starting opening, the result of jackpot determination, and the like. The game control microcomputer 101 selects the types of stop symbols such as "Jackpot Wα symbol", "Jackpot Xα symbol", "Jackpot Yα symbol", "Jackpot Zα symbol", "Small win symbol", "Loss A symbol", " It is possible to select any one of the seven types of stop symbols "Loss B symbol". The game control microcomputer 101 performs stop display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol in a manner according to the selected stop symbol. Note that the type of stop symbols can be changed as appropriate.

Here, the role of each stop symbol will be explained. As mentioned above, after the special figure is stopped and displayed, there are times when a jackpot game is played, times when a small win game is played, times when the time is shortened, and times when nothing is played and the game ends in a loss. . There are four types of jackpot games ("jackpot game Wα", "jackpot game Xα", "jackpot game Yα", "jackpot game Zα"), one type of small win game, and two types of losses. (There are the above-mentioned specific losses and simple losses), but each stop symbol is associated with the type of jackpot game, the type of small win game, and the type of loss. For example, as shown in FIG. 16, the "jackpot Wα symbol" is associated with the "jackpot game Wα," the "jackpot Xα symbol" is associated with the "jackpot game Xα," and the "jackpot Yα symbol" is associated with the "jackpot game Wα." "Yα", "Jackpot Zα symbol" is associated with "Jackpot game Zα", "Small win symbol" is associated with a small win game, and "Loss A symbol" is a simple loss where nothing is done. The "losing B symbol" is associated with the time saving state. In this way, the type of jackpot game, the type of small win game, and the type of loss (whether or not to enter the time saving state) to be executed are varied depending on the type of stop symbol selected by the game control microcomputer 101. .

The "jackpot Wα symbol" and the "jackpot Yα symbol" are selected when a jackpot game with a high probability is subsequently played, so the "jackpot Wα symbol" and the "jackpot Yα symbol" are referred to as "probability variable symbols". There is. In addition, the "jackpot Xα symbol" and the "jackpot Zα symbol" are determined when a jackpot game that becomes a normal probability state is subsequently played, so the "jackpot Xα symbol" and the "jackpot Zα symbol" are referred to as the "normal symbol". There is a thing. Moreover, since the "losing A symbol" is determined in the case of a simple losing without any subsequent action, the "losing A symbol" is sometimes referred to as the "normal losing symbol." In addition, since the "losing B symbol" is determined in the case of a specific losing that subsequently becomes a time-saving state, the "losing B symbol" is sometimes referred to as the "losing time-saving symbol." It should be noted that the selection ratio of the stopped symbols can be set as appropriate in consideration of the playability of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

9-3. Command The game control microcomputer 101 can output a performance command generated according to game control to the performance control unit 120 via the game output unit 101b. The game control microcomputer 101 can generate the commands shown below.

9-3-1. Winning command Winning command is a command to various winning devices (first starting hole 11, second starting hole 12, gate 13, first big winning hole 14, second big winning hole 15, general winning hole 10, etc.) of the game ball. Generated in connection with winning a prize. As winning commands, a first starting port command is generated when the game ball enters the first starting port 11, a second starting port command is generated when the game ball enters the second starting port 12, and a game ball. The gate command is generated when the game ball passes through the gate 13, the first big winning opening command is generated when the game ball enters the first big winning opening 14, and the gaming ball enters the second big winning opening 15. There are a first big winning hole command generated by the game, a general winning hole command generated when a game ball enters the general winning hole 10, and the like.

9-3-2. Special figure command The special figure command is generated in connection with the operation of the first special figure and the second special figure. Special figure commands include a special figure variation pattern command that is generated by determining the variation pattern of the special figure, a special figure stop pattern command that is generated by determining the stop symbol of the special figure, and a variable display of the special figure. There are special figure start commands generated by the start of the special figure start command, special figure confirmation commands generated by the stop display of the special figure, etc.

9-3-3. Common picture commands Common picture commands are generated in relation to the motion of common pictures. Examples of general pattern commands include a general pattern start command generated by starting variable display of a general pattern, a general pattern finalization command generated by stop display of a general pattern, and the like.

9-3-4. Reservation command The reservation command is a reservation command that is generated in relation to an increase or decrease in the number of reservations of special drawing 1 reservation, special drawing 2 reservation, and general drawing reservation. Reservation increase command, special figure 1 reservation decrease command generated by a decrease in the number of special figure 1 reservations, special figure 2 reservation increase command generated by an increase in the number of special figures 2 reservations, and special figure 2 reservation increase command generated by a decrease in the number of special figures 2 reservations. There are a special figure 2 reservation decrease command, a general figure reservation increase command generated by an increase in the general figure reservation number, a general figure reservation decrease command generated by a decrease in the general figure reservation number, etc.

9-3-5. Jackpot Game Command The jackpot game command is generated in connection with the operation of the jackpot game. The jackpot game commands include an OP command generated by the start of OP, a round command generated by the start of each round game, and an ED command generated by the start of ED.

9-3-6. Small win game command The small win game command is generated in connection with the operation of the small win game. Small winning game commands include a pre-release IT command generated by the start of the pre-release IT, a post-release IT command generated by the start of the post-release IT, and the like.

9-3-7. Auxiliary Game Command Auxiliary game command is generated in connection with an auxiliary game operation. The auxiliary game command includes an auxiliary game start command generated by starting the auxiliary game.

9-3-8. Gaming State Commands Gaming state commands are generated in relation to the current gaming state. As gaming state commands, there are normal probability commands generated when the gaming state is a normal probability state, high probability commands generated when the gaming state is a high probability state, and high probability commands generated when the gaming state is a non-time saving state. There are non-time-saving commands that are executed, time-saving commands that are generated when the gaming state is in the time-saving state, and jackpot commands that are generated when the gaming state is in the jackpot gaming state.

9-4. Performance Control Unit The performance control unit 120 includes a microcomputer 121 for performance control. The production control microcomputer 121 includes, for example, a CPU, and mainly executes various productions (production mode, special figure variation production, hold production, preview production, etc.). Furthermore, the production control microcomputer 121 includes a production input section 121a and a production storage section 121b. The effect input unit 121a inputs effect commands outputted from the main control unit 100, operation information for the normal button 40, operation information for the special button 41, and the like. The performance storage unit 121b is composed of, for example, a ROM or a RAM, and stores a table for selecting a preview performance and the like, performance data generated according to execution of the performance, and the like.

Various effects are executed mainly based on effect commands and operation information inputted by the effect input section 121a. The performance control microcomputer 121 executes various performances by referring to the table and performance data stored in the performance storage section 121b.

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The first embodiment will be described below. Unless otherwise stated, the pachinko game machine PY1 of the basic embodiment described above is also applied to the first embodiment.

1. Special figure variation pattern determination The special figure variation pattern determination in the first embodiment (hereinafter also simply referred to as the present embodiment) will be further described based on FIGS. 14 and 17. In this embodiment, when the game control microcomputer 101 performs the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination of the special pattern 1, in addition to the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14, the special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Sometimes a table is used. Further, when performing the special figure variation pattern determination of the special figure 2, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 17 may be used in addition to the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14.

The special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 17 are stored in the gaming ROM 103. The game control microcomputer 101 can determine the special pattern 1 variation pattern using the special pattern 1 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 17, and determine the special pattern 2 variation using the special pattern 2 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. A pattern can be determined.

In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process, the game control microcomputer 101 selects the special figure 1 based on the state of the jackpot probability, the result of the jackpot determination, the result of the reach determination, the random number of the special figure fluctuation pattern, and the number of variable displays of the special figure. Determine the fluctuation pattern. As shown in Figure 17, there are eight types of special figures as "THP002", "THP012", "THP013", "THP021", "THP022", "THP051", "THP052" and "THP061" as special figure 1 variation patterns. It is possible to decide from one variation pattern to one type of special figure one variation pattern. Which special figure 1 variation pattern is determined depends on the special figure variation pattern random number.

In addition, in the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a special figure based on the state of the jackpot probability, the result of the jackpot determination, the result of the reach determination, the random number of the special figure fluctuation pattern, and the number of variable displays of the special figure. Fig. 2 Determining the fluctuation pattern. As shown in FIG. 17, one type of special figure 2 variation pattern is determined from the four types of special figure 2 variation patterns "THP021", "THP022", "THP051", and "THP061" as the special figure 2 variation pattern. Can be done. Which special figure 2 variation pattern is determined depends on the special figure variation pattern random number.

There are three types of variation patterns when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the jackpot determination result of the first special symbol is "jackpot winning": variation patterns "THP002", "THP051" and "THP052".

The variation pattern "THP002" is a variation pattern in which a successful SP reach is performed after a normal variation, a reach and an N reach. This fluctuation pattern "THP002" is also referred to as "SP jackpot fluctuation".

The variation pattern "THP051" is a variation pattern in which after a normal variation, a reach, an N reach, a SP reach, and a special effect in the first mode (described later) are performed, and then an SPSP reach in a successful mode is performed. This fluctuation pattern "THP051" is also referred to as the "first special jackpot fluctuation".

The variation pattern "THP052" is a variation pattern in which after a normal variation, a reach, an N reach, a SP reach, and a special effect in a second mode (described later) are performed, and then an SPSP reach in a successful mode is performed. This fluctuation pattern “THP052” is also referred to as “second special jackpot fluctuation”.

On the other hand, when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol is "Lose" and the result of the reach determination is "Reach", the fluctuation patterns include "THP012", "THP013" ” and “THP061”.

The variation pattern "THP012" is a variation pattern in which after a normal variation, a reach and an N reach are performed, and then an SP reach in a failure mode is performed. This fluctuation pattern "THP012" is also referred to as "SP loss fluctuation".

The variation pattern "THP013" is a variation pattern in which after a normal variation, a reach is performed and then an N reach in a failure mode is performed. This fluctuation pattern "THP013" is also referred to as "N loss fluctuation".

The variation pattern "THP061" is a variation pattern in which after a normal variation, a reach, an N reach, a SP reach, and a special effect in the first mode (described later) are performed, and then an SPSP reach in a failure mode is performed. This fluctuation pattern "THP061" is also referred to as "special loss fluctuation".

In addition, when the gaming state is in a non-time-saving state and the jackpot determination result of the first special symbol is "lost" and the reach determination result is "no reach", the fluctuation patterns include "THP021" and "THP022". There are two types:

The fluctuation patterns "THP021" and "THP022" are both fluctuation patterns that show a loss without becoming a reach after a normal fluctuation. However, while the variable display time of the variable pattern "THP021" is 13000 ms, the variable display time of "THP022" is 2000 ms, and these are different.

The above-mentioned variation pattern "THP051" is a variation pattern when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "jackpot winning".

On the other hand, the above-mentioned variation pattern "THP021" is a variation pattern when the gaming state is a non-time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "lose".

There are two types of variation patterns when the gaming state is the time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "jackpot winning", the above-mentioned variation patterns "THP002" and "THP051".

On the other hand, when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special drawing is "Lose" and the result of the reach determination is "Reach", the fluctuation pattern described above is "THP061". be.

In addition, when the gaming state is in a non-time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the second special symbol is "lose" and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the fluctuation patterns include the above-mentioned fluctuation pattern "THP021" and There are two types: "THP022".

The above-mentioned variation pattern "THP051" is a variation pattern when the gaming state is the time saving state and the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol is "jackpot winning".

On the other hand, the above-mentioned variation pattern "THP021" is a variation pattern when the gaming state is a time saving state and the jackpot determination result of the first special symbol is "loss".

FIG. 18 shows the distribution rate (execution probability) of the fluctuation patterns in the fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 17. In this embodiment, when the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol is "jackpot winning" in a non-time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 selects a fluctuation pattern at the distribution rate shown in FIG. 18(A). . In addition, in the non-time saving state, when the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol is "lose" and the result of the reach determination is "reach", the game control microcomputer 101 controls the distribution rate shown in FIG. 18(B). Select the fluctuation pattern with .

According to FIG. 18(A), the total value of the distribution rates of the fluctuation patterns "THP051" and "THP052" is "90%", which is greater than the value of the distribution ratio (10%) of the fluctuation pattern "THP002". It's also big. Therefore, in most cases where the jackpot determination result of the first special symbol is a jackpot win in a non-time-saving state, the game progresses to SPSP reach through special effects. Therefore, it is possible to make the player aware that if the game progresses to SPSP reach, there is a high possibility that a "jackpot game" will be executed afterwards. On the other hand, if the result of the jackpot judgment of the first special symbol is "jackpot winning" in the non-time saving state, the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 suggest a jackpot in the SP reach before the special production is executed. It is rarely displayed in a stopped state. Therefore, if the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a stopped manner that suggests a jackpot after the execution of SP Reach, it will surprise players who are expecting to execute SPSP Reach after execution of SP Reach. This makes it possible to surprise and delight players.

Also, according to FIG. 18(B), the value of the distribution rate of the fluctuation pattern "THP061" ("10%") is higher than the value of the total distribution ratio of the fluctuation patterns "THP012" and "THP013" (90%). %) is larger. As described above, when the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol is "jackpot winning" in a non-time-saving state, SPSP reach is likely to be executed through special effects after SP reach. Therefore, if SPSP reach is performed after SP reach and special performance, it is possible to make the player aware that a jackpot game may be executed afterwards.

Furthermore, only when the result of the jackpot determination of the first special symbol is "jackpot winning" in the non-time-saving state, a variation pattern including execution of the special performance in the second mode can be selected. Therefore, when a special performance is performed in the second mode, it is possible to suggest to the player in advance that the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot win.

2. Performance Next, various performances in this embodiment will be explained based on FIG. 19. The performance control microcomputer 121 of this embodiment is capable of executing a special performance during execution of a special figure variation performance. This special effect is performed after the SP reach is executed and before the SPSP reach is executed in the special figure variation effect associated with the variation pattern "THP051", "THP052", or "THP061" in the variation pattern determination table (see Figure 17). ). According to FIG. 17, in the variation pattern in which SPSP reach is executed after SP reach, special effects are always executed. That is, in this embodiment, either the special performance in the first mode or the special performance in the second mode is always performed at a timing after SP reach and before SPSP reach.

There are a first aspect and a second aspect of the special performance in this embodiment. Note that the special performance is composed of a first half performance and a second half performance, and while the first half performance is the same in the first mode and the second mode, the second half performance is different between the first mode and the second mode. The second half of the special performance in the first mode is a performance that combines the on-board movable body 55k placed in front of the display section 50 (on the near side for the player) and the image displayed on the display section 50a. ing. On the other hand, in the second half of the special performance in the second mode, the on-board movable body 55k is not disposed in front of the display unit 50, but is a performance consisting of an image displayed on the display unit 50a.

In the first half of the special performance, as shown in FIG. 19(A), after the SP reach is executed, a main character image G200 representing the main character and an enemy character image G201 representing the enemy character are displayed from the display unit 50a. 50a, and a white background image G300 is displayed over the entire display section 50a. Further, a left effect pattern EZ1 is displayed at the upper left of the display section 50a, and a right effect pattern EZ3 is displayed at the upper right side of the display section 50a, overlapping with the background image G300. At this time, the on-board movable body 55k is in the normal standby state (initial position) shown in FIG. 19(A). The normal standby state (initial position) of the on-board movable body 55k refers to a state (position) of the on-board movable body 55k where the lower end of the on-board movable body 55k overlaps the upper end of the display section 50a. The first half effect of this embodiment is continuously performed for the first display period (specifically, 1.0 seconds).

Next, the second half of the special performance in the first mode will be explained. In the second half of the special performance in the first mode, the performance shown in FIG. 19 (B-1) is performed following the first half of the performance described above. Specifically, first, the panel movable body 55k moves from its initial position in the normal standby state to the front of the center of the display section 50a. In detail, the extension of the arm portion 55s causes the movable body 55k on the panel to move downward from the initial position, and the first display on the display portion 50a shown by the two-dot chain line in FIGS. 19(A) and 19(B-1) An on-board movable body 55k and an arm portion 55s are arranged in front of the area AR1. Then, after the on-board movable body 55k and the arm section 55s are arranged in front of the first display area AR1, the effect image G301 is displayed in the second display area AR2 of the display section 50a. This effect image G301 is an image with a plurality of striped patterns around the on-board movable body 55k. Specifically, by displaying the image in combination with the on-board movable body 55k disposed in front of the first display area AR1, the image can be made to exaggerate (emphasize) the on-board movable body 55k. ing. Therefore, due to the combination of the on-board movable body 55k placed in front of the first display area AR1 and the effect image G301 displayed on the second display area AR2, these on-board movable bodies 55k, as shown in FIG. The movable body 55k and the effect image G301 constitute one integrated design. Further, in this embodiment, this effect image G301 is displayed in a state overlapping with the background image G300 on the near side. Thereafter, the on-board movable body 55k moves (returns) from the front of the first display area AR1 to the initial position due to the contraction of the arm portion 55s.

Next, the second half of the special performance in the second mode will be explained. In the second half of the special performance in the second mode, the performance shown in FIG. 19 (B-2) is executed following the first half of the performance described above. Specifically, first, the background image G300 is displayed on the display section 50a for a third display period (specifically, 0.5 seconds), as in the first half performance. After that, an effect image G301 similar to the first aspect is displayed in the second display area AR2 of the display section 50a. Additionally, a special image G311 is displayed in the first display area AT1. This special image G311 is an image in which the characters "Congratulations" are surrounded by a rectangular frame. In this embodiment, both the effect image G301 and the special image G311 are displayed in an overlapping state in front of the background image G300. After that, the effect image G301 and the special image G311 disappear, and only the background image G300 is displayed again on the display section 50a for the fifth display period (specifically, 1.0 seconds).

FIG. 20 (A-1) shows the special effect in the first mode. Assuming that the execution start of the special effect is "time T0", the execution period (first display period) of the first half of the special effect in the first mode is from "time T0" to "time T1", in the first mode. The execution period of the second half of the special performance is from "time T1" to "time T4". Furthermore, in the second half performance, the period during which the on-board movable body 55k is placed in front of the first display area AR1 from the initial position (first movement period) is from "time T1" to "time T2". Thereafter, the period during which the effect image G301 is displayed in the second display area AR2 (second display period) is from "time T2" to "time T3." Thereafter, the period during which the on-board movable body 55k is placed from the front of the first display area AR1 to the initial position (second movement period) is from "time T3" to "time T4".

FIG. 20 (A-2) shows the special effect in the second mode. If the execution start of the special effect is "time T0", the first display period of the first half of the special effect in the second mode is from "time T0" to "time T1", and the special effect in the second mode is The execution period of the second half performance is from "time T1" to "time T4". That is, the first display period of the first half of the special performance in the second mode is the same as the first display period of the first half of the special performance in the first mode. Further, the execution period of the second half of the special performance in the second mode is the same as the execution period of the second half of the special performance in the first mode.

Further, in the second half performance, a period (third display period) in which the background image G300 is displayed continuously from the first half performance is from "time T1" to "time T2". This third display period is the same as the first movement period of the special effect in the first mode.

Thereafter, the period during which the special image G311 is displayed in the first display area AR1 and the effect image G301 is displayed in the second display area AR2 (fourth display period) is from "time T2" to "time T3". . This fourth display period is the same as the second movement period of the special effect in the first mode.

Thereafter, the period (fifth display period) during which the display of the special image G311 and the effect image G301 disappears and the display of the background image G300 is performed again is from "time T3" to "time T4." This fifth display period is the same as the second moving period of the special effect in the first mode.

As described above, the special effects in the first mode and the special effects in the second mode are both started at the same timing (time T0). That is, in this embodiment, the execution of the special performance is started at the timing after the SP reach is executed, regardless of the type of performance mode. Therefore, the second half of the special performance in the first mode and the second half of the special performance in the second mode are also started at the same timing (time T1). Moreover, as shown in FIG. 20, the first movement period of the second half of the special performance in the first mode and the third display period of the second half of the special performance in the second mode are the same, and The second display period of the second half of the special performance and the fourth execution period of the second half of the special performance in the second mode are started at the same timing. Therefore, even if the special effect is executed in the first mode or the second mode, the execution of the second half effect with different effect contents will start at the same timing during the execution of the special figure variation effect. will be done. Therefore, it is possible to make different visual impressions in the second half of the special performance depending on the difference in performance mode.

Further, the second display period of the effect image G301 displayed in the special effect in the first mode is the same as the fourth display period of the effect image G301 displayed in the special effect in the second mode. Furthermore, the start time of the second display period and the start time of the fourth display period in the special figure variation effect are the same (FIG. 20). Therefore, if a player who has seen one of the effect image G301 at the time of executing the special effect in the first mode and the effect image G301 at the time of executing the special effect in the second mode looks at the other, It is easy to notice that the effect image G301 when the special effect is executed in the first mode and the effect image G301 when the special effect is executed in the second mode are the same image.

Furthermore, in executing the special effect in the first mode, as shown in FIG. 19 (B-1), with such effect image G301 and the on-board movable body 55k disposed in front of the first display area AR1, A design that makes the on-board movable body 55k stand out is constructed. On the other hand, when performing the special effect in the second mode, the on-board movable body 55k is not placed in front of the first display area AR1, and the effect image G301 is displayed in the second display area AR2. In other words, when performing the special effect in the second mode, the above design in the first mode is not constructed. Therefore, during execution of the special effect in the second mode, the player who sees the effect image G301 without the movable body 55k in front of the first display area AR1 tends to feel that the effect is incomplete. In particular, players who have seen the special effect in the first mode will notice that when the special effect is executed in the second mode, the on-board movable body 55k forming the above design is not in front of the first display area AR1. By displaying the effect image G301, the user may think that a failure has occurred in the movable body 55k on the panel. Therefore, it is possible to attract the player's attention to the special image G311 displayed within the first display area AR1.

Further, the special performance in the second mode is executed only when the result of the jackpot determination of the special drawing 1 is "jackpot winning". Then, from the character string "Congratulations" in the special image G311, it is possible to make the user understand that the result of the determination of the validity of the special drawing 1 is a "big hit win". In other words, it is possible for the player to know in advance that a jackpot game will be executed after this.

<Effects of the first embodiment>
The effects of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the first embodiment will be explained below.

(1) In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, either the special performance in the first mode or the special performance in the second mode is performed at a timing after SP reach and before SPSP reach. Therefore, in contrast to the special effect in the first mode including the movable body 55k on the board, it is possible to perform the special effect in the second mode not including the movable body 55k on the board. Therefore, it is possible to make the visual impression of the special effect different between when the special effect is performed in the first mode and when the special effect is performed in the second mode at that timing. .

(2) Also, the second display period of the effect image G301 displayed in the special production in the first mode is the same as the fourth display period of the effect image G301 displayed in the special production in the second mode. Therefore, the impression that the player receives from the effect image G301 displayed when the special effect is executed in the first mode, and the impression that the player receives from the effect image G301 that is displayed when the special effect is executed in the second mode. It is possible to make them the same.

(3) In addition, the on-board movable body 55k disposed in front of the first display area AR1 and the effect image G301 displayed on the second display area AR2 are displayed on the board as shown in FIG. 19(B-1). A design that makes the movable body 55k stand out is constructed. Therefore, when performing the special performance in the second mode in which such a design is not configured, it is possible to give a sense of discomfort to the player who has already witnessed the execution of the special performance in the first mode. Therefore, when the special performance in the second mode is executed, the player can recognize that the special performance is not in the first mode but in the second mode.

(4) Also, when the special effect is performed in the second mode after the SP reach and before the SP SP reach, it is better to perform the special effect in the second mode than in the first mode. Since it is easy to be set to a jackpot game state, when the timing comes after SP Reach and before SPSP Reach, the player should be aware that the special performance in the second mode will be performed rather than the special performance in the first mode. It has become possible to make this long-awaited event possible.

(5) Also, during execution of the special effect in the second mode, a special image G311 is displayed within the first display area AR1. In the first display area AR1, the on-board movable body 55k is arranged in front in the special performance in the first mode. Therefore, when the special image G311 is displayed in the first display area AR1 while the special effect in the second mode is being executed, the player who has already witnessed the special effect in the first mode may It is easy to draw attention to the special image G311 in the first display area AR1 when performing the special effect in the second mode.

(6) Furthermore, when the special image G311 is displayed in the first display area AR1 during execution of the special performance in the second mode, the jackpot game state is then set. Therefore, when the timing comes after SP Reach and before SPSP Reach, the special effect in the second mode will be performed more than the special effect in the first mode, and the special effect in the second mode will be During execution, it is possible for the player to look forward to the special image G311 being displayed within the first display area AR1.

<Example of modification of basic embodiment and first embodiment>
Hereinafter, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 described in the basic embodiment or the first embodiment will be described. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Further, the technical features in the above embodiments and the modified examples described below can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the first embodiment, the display section 50a made of a 3D liquid crystal display is referred to as the "display section" according to the present invention. However, the display may be a 2D liquid crystal display, a dot display, a 7-segment display, or an LED lamp. Alternatively, a display made of transparent liquid crystal may be used.

Further, in the first embodiment, the special effect (the special effect) in the second mode in which the effect image G301 (specific image) is displayed in a state where the on-board movable body 55k (movable body) is not arranged in front of the first display area AR1 is performed. 2) is configured to be executable. However, a configuration may be adopted that does not include an executable second effect. Specifically, for example, a pachinko gaming machine includes a display section 50a, an on-board movable body 55k that can move forward of a first display area AR1 of the display section, and a performance control section 120 that can execute a predetermined performance. In PY1, the effect control unit 120 can display the special image G311 in the first display area AR1 of the display unit 50a, can display the effect image G301 in the second display area AR2 of the display unit 50a, and can display the special image G301 in the second display area AR2 of the display unit 50a. It is possible to perform a special effect in the first mode including the on-board movable body 55k disposed in front of the first display area AR1 and the effect image G301 displayed in the second display area AR2, and There are times when the effect image G301 is displayed in the second display area AR2 without the on-board movable body 55k being placed, and in that case, while the effect image G301 is being displayed, the special image G311 is displayed in the first display area AR1. It may be configured such that it is sometimes displayed.

In the gaming machine capable of performing special effects in the first mode, for example, if the on-board movable body 55k cannot move forward of the first display area AR1 due to a malfunction, an effect image G301 is displayed in the second display area AR2. Although it is possible, there is a risk that the special effect in the first mode will not be performed and the interest of the effect will be lost. Therefore, according to the gaming machine, when the special image G311 is displayed in the first display area AR1 while the effect image G301 is being displayed, the on-board movable body 55k that should be in front of the first display area AR1 is Alternatively, the player's attention can be drawn to the special image G311. In other words, even if the special effect cannot be performed in the first mode, by displaying the special image G311 in addition to the effect image G301, it is possible to prevent the effect from becoming less interesting.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the display section is made up of a first display area and a second display area. However, it is sufficient that the display section includes at least a first display area and a second display area, and may include other display areas in addition to the first display area and the second display area.

Further, in the first embodiment, the first display area is a display area behind (back side, depth side) of the on-board movable body 55k (movable body) and the arm portion 55s when viewed from the front from the player. However, for example, it may be a display area behind the on-board movable body 55k (movable body) when viewed from the front. Further, for example, the display area may be a part of the back of the on-board movable body 55k (movable body) instead of the entire back when viewed from the front.

Further, in the first embodiment, the first display area is one display area, but it may be a plurality of (two or more) display areas. Further, although the second display area is one display area, it may be a plurality of (two or more) display areas.

Further, in the first embodiment, the special image is displayed in a part of the first display area, but the special image may be displayed in the entire first display area. Further, although the effect image (specific image) is displayed in a part of the second display area, the specific image may be displayed in the entire second display area.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the special image G311 including the character string "Congratulations" was defined as the "special image" and "first image" according to the present invention, but for the special image (first image), for example, "Congratulations" It is also possible to use an image that includes a character string other than the above. Alternatively, the image may be an image that does not include a character string, for example. Alternatively, the image may be an image simulating a movable body placed in front of the first display area, for example.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the effect image G301 is defined as a "special image" and a "second image" according to the present invention, but the special image (second image) is an image that includes a predetermined object image other than the effect image. You can also use it as Alternatively, the image may include, for example, a character string.

Further, in the first embodiment, the effect image G301 (specific image) and the special image G311 are displayed simultaneously during execution of the special effect (second effect) in the second mode. However, while a specific image is being displayed, a special image may be displayed for a period shorter than the display period of the specific image.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the execution start timing of the special effect in the first mode (first effect) and the special effect in the second mode (second effect) is the same, but the execution start timing is may be different.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the timing (predetermined timing) of starting the execution of the special effect in the first mode (first effect) and the special effect in the second mode (second effect) is determined based on the SP reach. The timing was set after the SPSP reach and before the SPSP reach. However, the predetermined timing may be different from the timing after SP reach and before SPSP reach. Specifically, for example, the timing may be the normal variation timing of the special figure variation effect. Alternatively, for example, the timing may be during N reach of the special symbol variation effect. Alternatively, the timing may be, for example, during SP reach of the special figure variation effect, during SP reach, or during SPSP reach. Alternatively, the timing may be, for example, during a jackpot game or a small win game. Alternatively, the timing may be, for example, while waiting for a customer.

In addition, in the first embodiment, after the execution of the special performance (second performance) in the second mode, the jackpot gaming state (advantageous gaming state) is always set, but after the execution of the second performance, the advantageous It may be configured such that there are times when the game state is set and times when it is not set.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the jackpot gaming state is the "advantageous gaming state" according to the present invention, but for example, there are other forms such as a high probability high base gaming state, a low probability high base gaming state, a high probability low base gaming state, etc. It may be a gaming state that is more advantageous than the low probability, low base gaming state (normal gaming state).

In addition, in the first embodiment, during the execution of the special effect in the first mode (first effect) and during the execution of the special effect in the second mode (second effect), the background image is displayed in the second display area. The configuration is such that an effect image (specific image) is displayed along with the image. However, a configuration may be adopted in which only a specific image is displayed in the second display area during execution of the first effect and during execution of the second effect. Further, the configuration is such that only a specific image is displayed in the second display area during either the execution of the first effect or the execution of the second effect, and the specific image and the background image are displayed in the second display area on the other hand. You can also use it as

Further, in the first embodiment, the on-board movable body 55k is the "movable body" according to the present invention. However, a movable body other than the on-board movable body 55k that can move forward of the first display area of the display unit may be used. Furthermore, although the number of movable bodies that can move forward of the first display area is one, it may be plural.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, the gaming machine is provided with one "display section." However, for example, a gaming machine may be provided with a plurality of display sections.

Further, the times shown in each display period shown in the first embodiment are merely examples, and other times may be used.

Furthermore, in the basic embodiment, the normal background image G102 is displayed in both the "low probability low base gaming state" and the "high probability low base gaming state"; ” and “high probability low base gaming state” may have different backgrounds displayed. For example, in a "high probability low base gaming state", a background including an image suggesting a high probability state may be displayed.

Furthermore, in the basic embodiment, only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variably displayed on the display section 50a in parallel with the variable display of the special figures; Other symbols may be variably displayed on the display section 50a. In this case, it is preferable to make the sizes of the other symbols smaller than the sizes of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3.

Further, in the basic embodiment, only the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are variably displayed on the display section 50a of the image display device 50 in parallel with the variable display of the special figures, but the effect patterns EZ1, EZ2, In parallel with EZ3, other symbols may be variably displayed on a display device other than the image display device 50. For example, a dedicated LED for variably displaying other symbols may be installed on the game board 1, and the dedicated LED may blink while the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 are being variably displayed.

In addition, in the basic embodiment, the first special figure and the second special figure are not variably displayed at the same time, but only one of them is variably displayed, but the first special figure and the second special figure are They may be displayed variably at the same time.

Further, in the basic embodiment, the progress of the game and the performance are controlled by separate control units, but the progress of the game and the performance may be controlled by a single control unit. . For example, both the progress of the game and the performance may be controlled only by the main control unit 100.

Furthermore, the gaming machine of the present invention can also be applied to other pinball gaming machines such as arranged ball machines and mahjong ball gaming machines.

<Invention disclosed in the first embodiment etc.>
The following invention A is disclosed up to the previous paragraph in this [Inventions Disclosed in the First Embodiment, etc.]. In the description of invention A, the names and expressions of corresponding components in the embodiment of the invention described above, and the symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, elements such as means constituting each invention are not limited to this appendix. Note that invention A is a general term for the following inventions A1 to A7.

The gaming machine according to invention A1 is
A display section (50a),
a movable body (on-board movable body 55k) movable in front of the first display area (AR1) of the display section;
A performance execution means (performance control unit 120) capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A specific image (effect image G301) can be displayed in a second display area (AR2) different from the first display area of the display unit,
A first effect (special effect in the first mode) including placing the movable body in front of the first display area and displaying the specific image can be executed;
A second effect (special effect in the second mode) of displaying the specific image can be executed in a state where the movable body is not placed in front of the first display area,
A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine) characterized in that either one of the first performance and the second performance may be performed at a predetermined timing (timing after SP reach and before SPSP reach). PY1).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, it is possible to provide a second performance that does not include a movable body in contrast to a first performance that includes a movable body. Therefore, it is possible to make the visual impression different between the case where the first effect is performed at a predetermined timing and the case where the second effect is performed at a predetermined timing.

The gaming machine according to invention A2 is
The gaming machine according to invention A1,
The display period (second display period) of the specific image displayed in the first effect is the same as the display period (fourth display period) of the specific image displayed in the second effect. This is a gaming machine that features:

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, since the display period of the specific image in the first effect is the same as the display period of the specific image in the second effect, the impression given to the player from the specific image displayed when the first effect is executed. It is possible to make the same impression that the player receives from the specific image displayed when the second effect is executed.

The gaming machine according to invention A3 is
The gaming machine according to invention A2,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the movable body disposed in front of the first display area and the second image displayed in the second display area form a specific design.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, it is possible to give a sense of discomfort to a player who has already witnessed the execution of the first performance when executing the second performance in which a specific design is not configured. Therefore, when the second performance is executed, the player can recognize that the second performance is being executed instead of the first performance.

The gaming machine according to invention A4 is
The gaming machine according to invention A3,
Equipped with a setting means (a microcomputer for game control) that can set the game state to an advantageous game state (jackpot game state) advantageous to the player,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the advantageous gaming state is subsequently set more easily when the second performance is performed than when the first performance is performed at the predetermined timing.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when a predetermined timing arrives, it is possible to make the player look forward to the second performance rather than the first performance.

The gaming machine according to invention A5 is
The gaming machine according to invention A1, invention A2, invention A3 or invention A4,
The gaming machine is characterized in that a special image (G311) may be displayed in the first display area during execution of the second effect.

Since the movable body is placed in front of the first display area in the first performance, if a special image is displayed in the first display area during the execution of the second performance, it is assumed that the first performance has already been witnessed. It is easy to draw a certain player's attention to the special image in the first display area when the second effect is executed.

The gaming machine according to invention A6 is
The gaming machine according to invention A5,
Equipped with a setting means that can set an advantageous gaming state advantageous to the player,
The gaming machine is characterized in that when the special image is displayed in the first display area during execution of the second performance, the advantageous gaming state is then set.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when a predetermined timing is reached, the second performance is performed rather than the first performance, and while the second performance is being executed, a special image is displayed in the first display area. It is possible to make the players look forward to the game.

The gaming machine according to invention A7 is
A display section (50a),
a movable body (on-board movable body 55k) movable in front of the first display area (AR1) of the display section;
A performance execution means (performance control unit 120) capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A first image (special image G311) can be displayed in the first display area of the display unit,
A second image (effect image G301) can be displayed in a second display area (AR2) different from the first display area of the display unit,
A special effect (special effect in the first aspect) including the movable body disposed in front of the first display area and the second image displayed in the second display area can be executed,
The second image may be displayed in the second display area in a state where the movable body is not placed in front of the first display area,
When the second image is displayed in the second display area in a state where the movable body is not placed in front of the first display area, the second image is displayed in the first display area while the second image is displayed. This is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) characterized in that the first image is sometimes displayed.

In a gaming machine that can perform special effects, if the movable body cannot move forward of the first display area due to a malfunction, for example, the second image can be displayed in the second display area, but the special effect will not be performed and the effect will not be executed. There is a risk that the interest in the game will be lost. Therefore, according to the gaming machine having this configuration, when the first image is displayed in the first display area while the second image is being displayed, the movable body that should be in front of the first display area is replaced by the first image. It is possible to attract the player's attention to one image. In other words, even if the special effect cannot be executed, by displaying the first image in addition to the second image, it is possible to prevent the effect from becoming less interesting.

50a... Display section 55k... Movable body on the board (movable body)
AR1...First display area AR2...Second display area 120...Production control section (production execution means)
121... Production control microcomputer G301... Effect image (specific image, second image)
G311...Special image (first image)
PY1...Pachinko game machine (gaming machine)

Claims (6)

A display section;
a movable body movable in front of a first display area of the display unit;
A performance execution means capable of executing a predetermined performance,
The performance execution means is
A specific image can be displayed in a second display area different from the first display area of the display unit,
A first effect including arranging the movable body in front of the first display area and displaying the specific image can be performed,
It is possible to execute a second effect of displaying the specific image in a state where the movable body is not placed in front of the first display area,
A gaming machine characterized in that either one of the first performance and the second performance may be performed at a predetermined timing. The gaming machine according to claim 1,
A gaming machine characterized in that a display period of the specific image displayed in the first effect and a display period of the specific image displayed in the second effect are the same. The gaming machine according to claim 2,
A gaming machine characterized in that the movable body disposed in front of the first display area and the specific image displayed in the second display area constitute a specific design. The gaming machine according to claim 3,
Equipped with a setting means capable of setting the gaming state to an advantageous gaming state advantageous to the player,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the advantageous gaming state is more easily set when the second performance is performed at the predetermined timing than when the first performance is performed. The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4,
A gaming machine characterized in that a special image may be displayed in the first display area during execution of the second effect. The gaming machine according to claim 5,
Equipped with a setting means that can set an advantageous gaming state advantageous to the player,
A gaming machine characterized in that when the special image is displayed in the first display area during execution of the second performance, the advantageous gaming state is then set.

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