JP2023183124A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine that suppresses decline in interest in a game.SOLUTION: A game machine includes performance execution means (performance control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a performance on a display unit. While a predetermined image (stage image G40) is displayed on the display unit, the performance execution means may execute a specific performance in which at least the predetermined image appears to be rotated by a predetermined angle (180 degrees) using a straight line in a predetermined direction (vertical direction) on a plane including the display unit as a rotation axis. When the specific performance is executed, a display content of the predetermined image may be changed before the execution of the specific performance.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 57

Description

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

Conventionally, in pachinko gaming machines, when a predetermined condition such as a game ball entering a starting hole is met, a jackpot determination is made to determine whether the game is a jackpot or a loss. When a jackpot determination is made, a variable display of special symbols is executed. After the special symbols are displayed in a variable manner, the special symbols are stopped and displayed in a manner that indicates the jackpot determination result. When the special symbols are stopped and displayed in a manner that indicates a jackpot, the game may be controlled to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player (see Patent Document 1).

In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, a predetermined image may be displayed when a special symbol is displayed in a variable manner, but the display content of the predetermined image may change (switch).

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However, there is still room for improvement in gaming machines in which the display content of a predetermined image may change (switch) in order to improve the game's interest.

The gaming machine according to the present invention includes:
Equipped with a performance execution means capable of performing a performance on the display section,
The effect execution means executes a specific effect in which at least the predetermined image appears to be rotated by a predetermined angle about a straight line in a predetermined direction on a plane including the display unit as a rotation axis when the predetermined image is displayed on the display unit. may be executed,
When the specific effect is executed, the display content of the predetermined image may change from before the specific effect is executed.

1 is a perspective view of a pachinko game machine according to a basic embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of a game board unit. (A) is a front view illustrating the standby state of the movable plate body, (B) is a front view illustrating the moving state of the movable plate body, and (C) is a front view illustrating the rotating state of the movable plate body. It is a front view of display devices. 1 is a rear view of a pachinko gaming machine according to a basic embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the game control board side. It is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the production control board side. (A) is a table showing general map related determination information, and (B) is a table showing special pattern related determination information. (A) is a configuration example of a hit determination table, (B) is a configuration example of a normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is a configuration example of an auxiliary game control table. (A) is a configuration example of a jackpot determination table, (B) is a configuration example of a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is a configuration example of a reach determination table. This is a configuration example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table. This is a configuration example of a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. It is an example of a structure of a 1st look-ahead determination table. It is an example of a structure of a 2nd look-ahead determination table. (A) is a configuration example of a jackpot game control table, and (B) is a configuration example of a game state setting table. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a demo video, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of a setting screen. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a first normal background image, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a second normal background image, and (C) is a diagram showing an example of a third normal background image. FIG. 3D is a diagram showing an example of a background image for probability variation, and FIG. 3E is a diagram showing an example of a background image for time saving. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot opening performance, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a round performance, and (C) is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot ending performance. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a production pattern, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of a production pattern display area. It is a diagram showing an example of a special symbol variation effect with no reach. It is a diagram showing an example from the start of the special figure variation performance until reaching the reach. It is a figure showing an example of N reach. It is a figure showing an example of L reach. It is a figure showing an example of L reach, and is a continuation of Drawing 23. It is a figure showing an example of SP reach. 26 is a diagram showing an example of SP reach, and is a continuation of FIG. 25. FIG. FIG. 26 is a diagram illustrating an example of SP reach, and is a continuation of FIG. 26. It is a figure showing an example of a movable object production. It is a figure showing an example of operation performance. It is a diagram showing an example of a hold effect. It is a figure showing an example of a suspension change notice. It is a figure showing an example of a suspension change notice. It is a flowchart of game control main processing. It is a flowchart of game control side timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of sensor detection processing. 36 is a flowchart of sensor detection processing, and is a diagram continuing from FIG. 35. FIG. It is a flowchart of normal operation processing. It is a flowchart of special operation processing. It is a flowchart of special symbol standby processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination processing. It is a flowchart of special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart of special symbol confirmation processing. It is a flowchart of production control main processing. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. 3 is a flowchart of received command analysis processing. 47 is a flowchart of received command analysis processing, and is a diagram continuing from FIG. 46. FIG. It is a configuration example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table according to the first embodiment. It is an explanatory view explaining a specific example of normal full rotation reach. It is an explanatory view explaining a specific example of special full revolution reach. It is an explanatory view explaining a specific example of special full rotation reach. It is an explanatory view explaining a specific example of special full rotation reach. It is an explanatory view explaining a specific example of special full rotation reach. It is an explanatory view explaining a modification of a specific example of a special full revolution reach. It is a figure showing the stage image concerning a 2nd embodiment. FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern A; FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern B; FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern B; (A) is a configuration example of a step-up notice execution determination table according to the second embodiment, and (B) is a configuration example of a final stage number determination table according to the second embodiment. It is an example of a structure of an evolution path pattern determination table. It is a configuration example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table according to a third embodiment. It is a figure showing the stage image concerning a 3rd embodiment. It is an explanatory diagram explaining a specific example of special N reach including a notice after normal reach. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of a normal development performance. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of a third normal step-up notice. It is an explanatory diagram explaining a specific example of the connection from the reach after notice notice connection performance to the after reach notice. It is an explanatory diagram explaining a specific example of connection from development performance connection performance to development performance. It is an explanatory diagram explaining a specific example of the connection from SP reach connection performance to SP reach. It is an example of a structure of a step-up notice execution determination table according to a third embodiment. It is a configuration example of a final stage number determination table according to the third embodiment.

<Basic embodiment>
First, a basic embodiment of the present invention, which is the premise of the characteristic parts of the gaming machine of the present invention, will be specifically described 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 addition, in the following, in order to simplify the description, by writing a symbol or code that refers to information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc., the name of the information, signal, physical quantity, member, etc. for the symbol or code will be omitted or abbreviated. Sometimes.

1. Mechanical Configuration of Gaming Machine Pachinko gaming machine PY, which is a basic embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention, will be described. First, the mechanical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY will be explained using FIGS. 1 to 4. In the following description, the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY refer to the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions (as viewed from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY. Furthermore, "front" refers to the direction from the pachinko machine PY approaching the player facing the pachinko machine PY, and "back" refers to the direction approaching the pachinko machine PY from the player facing the pachinko machine PY. ,explain.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko game machine PY includes a game board unit YU including a game board 1, and a game machine frame 2 housing the game board unit YU inside. The gaming machine frame 2 includes a frame-shaped outer frame 21 that is fixed to the gaming parlor, an inner frame 22 that is attached to the outer frame 21 and to which the game board unit YU is attached, and a front frame that is rotatably supported by the inner frame 22. A door 23 is provided.

The outer circumferential shapes of the outer frame 21, the inner frame 22, and the front door 23 when viewed from the front are approximately the same. An inner frame 22 is attached to the front surface of the outer frame 21.

The front door 23 can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame 22. The front door 23 includes a frame-shaped front frame 23m having a large substantially vertically rectangular opening formed in the center thereof, and a transparent plate 23t fitted into the opening. When the front door 23 is closed, the game board 1 included in the game board unit YU and the transparent plate 23t face each other. The transparent plate 23t is a transparent synthetic resin plate formed into a substantially vertically long rectangular shape. Therefore, when the pachinko game machine PY is installed in a game parlor, a player in front of the pachinko game machine PY cannot visually recognize the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. can. Note that a transparent glass plate may be used as the transparent plate 23t instead of the transparent synthetic resin plate. It is sufficient if the gaming area 6 can be viewed through the transparent plate 23t from the front of the pachinko gaming machine PY.

A handle 72k that can be rotated to fire a game ball is provided at the lower right portion of the front surface of the front frame 23m. The amount by which the handle 72k is operated (rotation angle) is associated with the magnitude of the force applied to the game ball (shooting strength) to cause the game ball to fire. Therefore, the game ball is fired with a firing intensity that corresponds to the rotational operation of the handle 72k.

Further, at the lower part of the front surface of the front frame 23m, an upper plate 34 that largely protrudes forward and a lower plate 35 arranged directly below the upper plate 34 are provided. At the center of the front side of the upper plate 34, a first effect button 40k that can be pressed downward is provided. The operating portion of the first performance button 40k that visibly protrudes from the upper surface of the upper plate 34 is shaped into a hemispherical shape. Further, on the rear side of the upper surface of the upper tray 34, a supply ball storage hole 34A is formed for storing game balls supplied to the handle 72k. Further, on the upper surface of the lower tray 35, a surplus ball storage hole 35A is provided for storing surplus game balls that cannot be accommodated in the supply ball storage hole 34A.

Furthermore, an upper decorative body 31, a right decorative body 32, and a left decorative body 33 that protrude forward are provided above, on the right side, and on the left side of the transparent plate 23t on the front surface of the front frame 23m. On the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31, a pair of two speakers 52 capable of outputting sound, specifically a speaker 52L arranged on the left side and a speaker 52R arranged on the right side, are arranged facing downward and arranged in the left and right direction. They are placed side by side at a distance. Further, a second effect button 41k that can be pressed downward is provided at the lower part of the right side decorative body 32. The operation part of the second performance button 41k is shaped like a rod. Furthermore, a frame lamp 53 capable of emitting light is provided from the right side decorative body 32 to the right front portion of the upper plate 34 and from the left side decorative body 33 to the front left portion of the upper plate 34.

Note that the positions and numbers of members and devices provided in the gaming machine frame 2 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, the game board unit YU will be explained using FIG. 2 in addition to FIG. 1. The game board unit YU includes a game board 1 and a board effect unit EU attached to the back of the game board 1. First, the game board 1 will be explained. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin board. An opening 1A is formed approximately in the center of the game board 1 and is approximately circular when viewed from the front.

On the front surface of the game board 1, a substantially ring-shaped center decoration body 61 is formed to protrude forward along the opening 1A. Further, on the outside of the center decoration body 61, there is an outer rail 62 formed in a substantially ring shape so as to largely surround the center decoration body 61, and an outer rail 62 between the left side portion of the outer rail 62 and the center decoration body 61. 62 and a curved inner rail 63 substantially parallel to the center decorative body 61.

On the front surface of the game board 1, an area surrounded by the center decoration body 61, the outer rail 62, the inner rail 63, etc. forms the game area 6. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is divided into the game area 6 and other areas by the center decoration body 61, the outer rail 62, and the inner rail 63. Further, the area surrounded by the outer rail 62 and the inner rail 63 forms a firing area 7 through which the fired game balls can pass to head toward the gaming area 6.

The game area 6 is an area into which game balls fired by operating the handle 72k can flow down, and is provided for playing games in the pachinko game machine PY. Note that a large number of game nails (not shown) are provided protruding from the game area 6. The game nails are used to properly control game balls that enter the game area 6 and flow down the game area 6 into the general prize opening 10, the first starting opening 11, the second starting opening 12, the gate 13, the big winning opening 14, etc. It constitutes a route that leads to.

A general winning device 10D is provided at a predetermined position in the gaming area 6. In the general winning device 10D, a general winning opening 10 is formed so that a game ball can be entered. When the game balls enter the general winning hole 10, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball that entered the general winning hole 10 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Further, a first starting winning device 11D is provided directly below the center of the center decoration body 61 in the gaming area 6. The first starting winning device 11D has a first starting opening 11 formed into which a game ball can enter. The first starting winning device 11D has a non-operating structure. Therefore, the ease with which the game ball enters the first starting port 11 remains constant (unchanged). When the game balls enter the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (for example, four) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball that entered the first starting port 11 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Note that a warp portion 61w is formed from the left side to the lower end of the center decoration body 61 to allow the game ball to pass therethrough. An entrance to the warp portion 61w is formed on the left side of the center decorative body 61. The game ball that has entered the warp section 61w passes through the inside of the warp section 61w and exits from the exit. A stage 61s on which a game ball can roll is provided near the exit of the warp section 61w and on the upper surface of the lower end of the center decorative body 61. A downward guide portion 61y that guides the game ball downward is provided at the tip of the stage 61s. A first starting port 11 is provided directly below this downward guide portion 61y.

Directly below the first starting port 11 in the gaming area 6, a second starting winning device (so-called "electric chew") 12D is provided. The electric chew 12D is formed with a second starting port 12 that can be changed into a closed state in which a game ball cannot enter and an open state in which a game ball can enter. The second starting port 12 takes a closed mode and an open mode by an electric tube opening/closing member 12k included in the electric tube 12D. That is, the second starting port 12 is opened and closed by the operation of the electric chew opening/closing member 12k.

The electric chew opening/closing member 12k is a substantially L-shaped member when viewed from the front, and normally closes the second starting port 12. The electric chew opening/closing member 12k can protrude forward from the retracted state in which the front end surface is flush with the gaming area 6. When the electric chew opening/closing member 12k protrudes forward, the electric chew opening/closing member 12k is in a state of protruding perpendicularly to the gaming area 6, and the second starting port 12 is opened to allow entry of a ball. Specifically, the vertical portion erected at the left end of the horizontal portion of the electric chew opening/closing member 12k receives the game ball, and is guided from the horizontal portion to the second starting port 12.

In this way, the game ball can enter the second starting port 12 only when the electric chew opening/closing member 12k is in the open state. When the game balls enter the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (for example, two) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In addition, the game ball that entered the second starting port 12 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Further, a gate 13 is provided on the right side of the center decorative body 61. The gate 13 is configured to allow game balls to pass through. Even if the game ball passes through the gate 13, the prize ball is not paid out. Note that the game ball that has passed through the gate 13 flows down the game area 6 as it is.

On the right side of the first starting winning device 11D in the gaming area 6 and on the downstream side of the gate 13, a big winning device 14D is provided. The grand prize winning device 14D is formed with a grand prize opening 14 that can be changed into a closed mode in which a game ball cannot enter and an open mode in which a game ball can enter. The big prize opening 14 takes a closed mode and an open mode by an AT opening/closing member 14k included in the big winning device 14D. That is, the big prize opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the AT opening/closing member 14k.

The AT opening/closing member 14k is a movable member made of a flat plate having a generally horizontally long rectangular shape when viewed from the front, and normally closes the big prize opening 14. A horizontal rotating shaft is provided at the lower end of the AT opening/closing member 14k. The AT opening/closing member 14k can be rotated approximately 90 degrees around its rotation axis so that its upper end is tilted forward. When the AT opening/closing member 14k rotates, the AT opening/closing member 14k comes into a state of protruding perpendicularly to the gaming area 6, and the big prize opening 14 is opened to allow entry of a ball.

In this way, the game ball can enter the big prize opening 14 only when the AT opening/closing member 14k is in the open state. When the game ball enters the big prize opening 14, a predetermined number (in the basic embodiment, one game ball) is paid out as a prize ball. In addition, the game ball that entered the big prize opening 14 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Further, below the big winning device 14D in the gaming area 6, the upper surface thereof is formed diagonally downward to the left, and a guiding path 64 for guiding the game ball to the second starting port 12 is provided in the gaming area 6 (the front surface of the gaming board 1). It is provided so as to protrude forward from the front. Note that the game ball rolling on the upper surface of the guide path 64 can flow down toward the second starting port 12, but basically cannot enter the first starting port 11.

In addition, the entry of the game ball into the first starting port 11, the second starting port 12, the big winning port 14, and the general winning port 10, and the passage of the gaming ball through the gate 13 are collectively described as the first starting port 11, They are collectively referred to as "winning" to the second starting opening 12, the big winning opening 14, the general winning opening 10, and the gate 13.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area 6A on the left side of the center in the left-right direction, and a right game area 6B on the right side. The manner in which the handle 72k is operated to launch the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area 6A is referred to as "left-handed hitting". On the other hand, the manner in which the handle 72k is operated to shoot the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area 6B is referred to as "right-handed hitting".

In the gaming area 6, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is fired with left-hand hitting is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball can flow down when the game ball is fired with right-hand hitting. This flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first passage R1 and the second passage R2 are also constituted by a large number of game nails (not shown).

A first starting port 11 and two general winning ports 10 are provided on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the first starting opening 11 or the general winning opening 10 by shooting the game ball so as to flow down the first channel R1 by hitting the ball to the left. On the other hand, a second starting port 12, a gate 13, and a big winning port 14 are provided on the second flow path R2. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the gate 13, the second starting opening 12, or the big prize opening 14 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting the ball to the right.

In addition, at approximately the bottom of the gaming area 6, two out ports 19 are provided for discharging game balls that are hit into the gaming area 6 but do not win in any of the winning holes to the outside of the gaming area 6. There is. Further, the number of prize balls that are won in each winning hole can be set as appropriate.

Next, the board effect unit EU attached to the back of the game board 1 will be explained. The board effect unit EU is a unit made up of a plurality of devices that mainly perform effects. An image display device 50 and a board moving device 55 are attached to the board presentation unit EU.

The image display device 50 is configured with a 20-inch 3D liquid crystal display, and includes a display section 50a capable of displaying 3D images. The image display device 50 is placed several centimeters behind the game board 1.

The board movable device 55 includes an operable board movable body 55k. The platen movable body 55k includes a horizontally long plate-shaped elevating member 55k2 maintained in a horizontal state, and a substantially elliptical rotating member 55k1 provided at the center of the elevating member 55k2 in the left-right direction. The board movable body 55k is arranged between the game board 1 and the image display device 50. In the standby state where the board movable body 55k is placed in the initial position, the lower end portion of the board movable body 55k, specifically the lower end portion of the rotating member 55k1, is slightly downwardly moved from the upper end of the opening 1A of the game board 1. positioned. That is, the board movable body 55k is arranged so that in the standby state, only a part of the lower end of the rotating member 55k1 is visible to the player, and the majority is invisible to the player (see FIG. 3(A)).

Then, the movable plate 55k can be lowered as a whole from the initial position to a predetermined operating position, and raised from the operating position to return to the initial position (see FIG. 3(B)). The predetermined operating position is a position where the platen movable body 55k is located approximately at the center of the opening 1A when viewed from the front. Here, the predetermined work position can be set as appropriate, and may be a position where the movable plate 55k is located above or below the approximate center of the opening 1A when viewed from the front. good.

Further, the rotating member 55k1 can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise when viewed from the front about a rotating shaft formed in the front-rear direction at its center (see FIG. 3(C)). Note that the rotational movement of the rotating member 55k1 can be performed when the movable platen body 55k moves from the standby position to the operating position, while being held at the operating position, and when moving from the operating position to the standby position.

Note that the positions and numbers of members and devices provided in the game board unit YU can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, a description will be given of the display devices 8 disposed to the right of approximately the center in the vertical direction of the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 (the part other than the game area 6). As shown in FIG. 4, the displays 8 include a special pattern 1 display 81a that variably displays a first special pattern (hereinafter referred to as "special pattern 1"), a second special pattern (hereinafter referred to as "special pattern 2") ''), and a regular symbol display 82 that variably displays a regular symbol (hereinafter referred to as "common symbol"). In addition, the display devices 8 include a special figure 1 holding display 83a that displays the number of special drawings 1 held, which will be described later, and a special drawing 2 holding display 83b, which displays the number of special drawings 2 holding, which will be described later. .

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery is carried out triggered by the winning of a game ball in the first starting hole 11. Further, the variable display of the special figure 2 is executed when the special figure 2 lottery is held triggered by the winning of a game ball into the second starting hole 12. The special drawing 1 lottery and the special drawing 2 drawing will be described later. In addition, in the following explanation, special map 1 and special map 2 will be collectively referred to as "special map", and special map 1 lottery and special map 2 lottery will be collectively referred to as "special map lottery". In addition, the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are collectively referred to as the "special figure display 81." Furthermore, the special figure 1 reservation display 83a and the special figure 2 reservation display 83b are collectively referred to as the "special figure reservation display 83."

The variable display of the special figure notifies the result of the special figure lottery. In the variable display of the special figure, the special figure is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The special figure that is stopped and displayed (stopped special figure) is identification information representing the result of the special figure lottery derived as the display result of the variable display. When the stopped and displayed special figure is a predetermined specific special figure, a jackpot game with opening of the jackpot 14 is performed.

The special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are each composed of eight LEDs arranged side by side. The lighting mode of the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b represents the special figure according to the result of the special figure lottery, that is, the result of the special figure lottery. For example, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a jackpot, the final result will be "□□■■□□■■" (□: lit, ■: off), 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th from the left. An LED lights up. This lighting mode is a jackpot symbol and represents a jackpot. In addition, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a loss, only the LED on the far right lights up as "■■■■■■■□". This lighting mode is a losing pattern and represents a losing pattern. Note that the lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the special drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, for example, all the LEDs may be turned off as a losing symbol.

Furthermore, in the variable display of the special figure, the special figure is displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined variable time before the special figure is stopped and displayed. The manner in which the special figure is displayed in a variable manner is, for example, a manner in which each LED lights up so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. Note that the mode of the variable display is not particularly limited, and may be set as appropriate, such as all the LEDs blinking at once unless each LED is displayed in a stopped state (lit display in a specific mode).

By the way, in the pachinko game machine PY, even if a game ball enters the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, the special drawing lottery and the variable display of the special drawing may not be performed immediately. Specifically, this is the case when a game ball enters the first starting hole 11 or the second starting hole 12 during execution of variable display of special figures or during execution of a jackpot game. In this case, the special drawing lottery and the variable display of the special drawing are suspended based on the winning prize. This reserved special drawing drawing and the variable display of the special drawing are called "special drawing reservation."

The special drawing reservation includes the special drawing 1 drawing that was held based on the prize won in the first starting opening 11, and "special drawing 1 pending" which represents the variable display of the special drawing 1, and the winning winning in the second starting opening 12. There is a special drawing 2 lottery held based on , and a "special drawing 2 pending" representing a variable display of special drawing 2. Then, the special figure 1 pending display 83a displays the number of special figure 1 pending, that is, the number of reserved special figure 1 drawings and variable displays of special figure 1. On the other hand, the special figure 2 pending display 83b displays the number of special figure 2 reservations, that is, the number of reserved special figure 2 drawings and the number of variable displays of special figure 2.

It is also possible to set an upper limit on the number of special figure 1 reservations and the number of special figure 2 reservations, or not to set them. In addition, when setting upper limits to the number of special symbols 1 and 2 reserved, the number of special symbols 1 and 2 can be the same or different. In addition, in the basic embodiment, it is assumed that the upper limit of the number of special drawings 1 and the number of special drawings 2 being held is set to "4".

Each of the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a and the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b is composed of four LEDs, and the special figure is displayed by lighting up the LEDs for the number of special figure 1 hold and special figure 2 hold. Displays the number of Figure 1 reservations and Special Figure 2 reservations. In addition, in the following, the number of special drawings 1 reserved is referred to as "the number of special symbols 1 reserved (U1)", and the number of special symbols 2 reserved is referred to as "the number of special symbols 2 reserved (U2)". In addition, the "number of reserved special drawings 1" and "number of reserved special drawings 2" are collectively referred to as the "number of reserved special drawings." Furthermore, the "special figure 1 holding display 83a" and the "special drawing 2 holding display 83b" are collectively referred to as the "special drawing holding display 83."

Further, the variable display of the common symbol is executed when a common symbol lottery is held triggered by the winning of a game ball at the gate 13. The variable display of the common map notifies the result of the common map lottery. In the variable display of a general map, the general map is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The stationary displayed ordinary map (stopped ordinary map) is identification information representing the result of the ordinary map lottery drawn as a display result of the variable display. When the stopped and displayed general figure is a predetermined specific ordinary figure, an auxiliary game accompanied by opening of the second starting port 12 is performed.

The general figure display 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs. The lighting mode of the general map display device 82 represents the general map corresponding to the result of the general map lottery, that is, the result of the general map lottery. If the result of the general lottery is a win, both LEDs will eventually light up as "□□" (□: lit, ■: off). This lighting mode is a winning symbol and represents a win. Furthermore, if the result of the general drawing lottery is a loss, only the right LED will finally light up, such as "■□". This lighting mode is a losing pattern and represents a losing pattern. Note that the lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the general drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate. For example, a mode may be adopted in which all the LEDs are turned off as a losing symbol.

Further, before the regular map is stopped and displayed, the regular map is displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined variable time. In the basic embodiment, the mode of fluctuating display of the common map is such that both LEDs are lit alternately. Note that the mode of the fluctuating display of the general map is not particularly limited, and may be set as appropriate, such as all the LEDs flashing at once if each LED is not displayed in a stopped state (lit display in a specific mode). .

2. Electrical Configuration of Gaming Machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY will be explained based on FIGS. 5 to 7. As shown in FIG. 5, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine PY, there is a game control board 100 that performs control (progress of the game) related to games that can obtain gaming profits, and a Power is supplied to the production control board 120 that controls the production, the image control board 140 that controls images, the payout control board 170 that controls the payout of game balls, and each of the boards 100, 120, 140, and 170. A power supply board 190 is attached.

A power switch 191 is connected to the power supply board 190. The ON/OFF operation of the power switch 191 switches the power on/off.

As shown in FIG. 6, a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "game control microcomputer") 101 is mounted on the game control board 100, which controls the progress of the game in the pachinko game machine PY according to a program. Therefore, the game control board 100 can be positioned as a game control section that controls games. In addition, games in which gaming profits can be obtained that are controlled by the game control board 100 include special drawing lottery, variable display of special drawings, jackpot games, game state setting described later, general drawing lottery, and variable display of normal drawings. , auxiliary games, etc.

The game control microcomputer 101 includes a game ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs, tables, etc. for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 used as a work memory, and a game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 that is used as a work memory. A gaming CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 that executes a program stored in a ROM 103 is included.

The game ROM 103 stores programs for performing game control main processing, game control side timer interrupt processing, etc., which will be described later. In addition, the gaming ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special pattern variation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a game state setting table, a hit determination table, and an auxiliary hit determination table, which will be described later. Game control tables, etc. are stored. Note that the game ROM 103 may be externally attached.

Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with a special figure reservation storage section 105. Here, the special figure reservation storage section 105 will be explained. As mentioned above, when a game ball enters the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, special drawings can be reserved, but if special drawings can be reserved, that is, if the number of special symbols reserved is When the upper limit has not been reached, determination information consisting of various random numbers for performing a special drawing lottery etc. is obtained based on this winning prize. Then, this determination information is temporarily stored in the special figure reservation storage section 105 as a special figure reservation. In addition, in the following, the judgment information obtained by winning the game ball into the first starting port 11 is referred to as "special map 1 related judgment information", and the judgment information obtained by winning the game ball into the second starting port 12. The determination information that is determined is referred to as "special figure 2 related determination information." In addition, the special figure 1 related determination information and the special figure 2 related determination information are collectively referred to as "special figure related determination information."

Then, the special figure 1 related determination information is stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a in the special figure reservation storage section 105 as the special figure 1 reservation. On the other hand, the special figure 2 related determination information is stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b in the special figure reservation storage section 105 as the special figure 2 reservation. The number of special figure 1 related determination information that can be stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a, that is, the upper limit of the number of special figure 1 reservations is set to "4". Further, the number of special figure 2 related determination information that can be stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b, that is, the upper limit of the number of special figure 2 reservations is set to "4".

Further, various sensors and solenoids are connected to the game control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output from various sensors are input to the game control board 100. Moreover, the game control board 100 outputs signals to various actuators.

Various sensors connected to the game control board 100 include a general winning opening sensor 10a, a first starting opening sensor 11a, a second starting opening sensor 12a, a gate sensor 13a, and a big winning opening sensor 14a. .

The general winning hole sensor 10a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the general winning hole 10. The first starting port sensor 11a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first starting port 11. The second starting port sensor 12a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second starting port 12. The gate sensor 13a detects the game ball that has passed through the gate 13. The big winning hole sensor 14a detects the game ball that has entered the big winning hole 14.

Further, various actuators connected to the game control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid 12s and an AT solenoid 14s. The electric chew solenoid 12s drives the electric chew opening/closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D. The AT solenoid 14s drives the AT opening/closing member 14k of the big winning device 14D.

In addition, the type and number of sensors connected to the game control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. Further, the type and number of actuators connected to the game control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, the game control board 100 is connected to display devices 8 (a special figure display 81, a regular figure display 82, and a special figure pending display 83). Display control of these displays 8 is performed by a game control microcomputer 101.

Further, the game control board 100 transmits various commands to the payout control board 170, and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. A card unit CU and a payout device 73 are connected to the payout control board 170, and a firing device 72 is also connected thereto. Further, the card unit CU is a device that is installed adjacent to the pachinko game machine PY and allows balls to be rented based on information such as an inserted prepaid card.

The payout control board 170 drives the payout motor 73m of the payout device 73 to pay out prize balls and rental balls based on signals from the game control microcomputer 101 and signals from the connected card unit CU. The prize balls and rental balls that are paid out are detected by a payout sensor 73a for counting them.

Further, the firing device 72 is a device that fires game balls. The handle 72k constitutes an operation section or an input section that receives an operation for causing the shooting device 72 to shoot a game ball, and is included in the shooting device 72. The handle 72k is provided with a touch switch 72a that can detect a contact of a person such as a player with the handle 72k. When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch switch 72a detects the player's contact with the handle 72k, and outputs a detection signal to the payout control board 170 via the release control circuit 175.

Furthermore, a firing volume knob 72b that can detect the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k is connected to the handle 72k. The firing device 72 drives the firing motor 72m so that the game ball is fired with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 72k detected by the firing volume knob 72b. In the pachinko game machine PY, one game ball is fired approximately every 0.6 seconds while the rotational operation of the handle 72k is maintained.

Further, the game control board 100 transmits various commands including information regarding the game to the performance control board 120 in accordance with the progress of the game. The production control board 120 can grasp the progress of the game (game control content) by the game control board 100 based on various commands sent from the game control board 100.

The connection between the game control board 100 and the production control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection that allows only the transmission of signals from the game control board 100 to the production control board 120. That is, between the game control board 100 and the performance control board 120, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode), not shown, is interposed as a communication direction regulating means.

As shown in FIG. 7, the performance control board 120 is equipped with a performance control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "performance control microcomputer") 121 that controls the performance of the pachinko game machine PY according to a program. The production control board 120 can be positioned as a production control unit that controls production, together with an image control board 140, an audio control circuit 161, and a sub-drive board 162, which will be described later. However, the performance control section includes at least a performance control board 120, and performs game performance, customer waiting performance, and operation promotion using performance devices (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board movable body 55k, etc.). It is sufficient if it is possible to control the presentation.

The performances that are controlled by the performance control board 120 include game performances (special figure fluctuation performances, hold performances, jackpot game performances, etc.), customer waiting performances, and operations of the first performance button 40k and the second performance button 41k. It includes operation promotion effects that encourage operation during the valid period (operation valid period).

The performance control microcomputer 121 includes a performance ROM 123 that stores a program for controlling the performance as the game progresses by the game control board 100, a performance RAM 124 used as a work memory, and a performance ROM 123 that stores programs. It includes a presentation CPU 122 that executes a program.

The production ROM 123 stores programs for performing production control main processing, reception interrupt processing, 1ms timer interrupt processing, 10ms timer interrupt processing, etc., which will be described later. Note that the performance ROM 123 may be externally attached.

The performance RAM 124 includes a starting winning command suspension storage section 125 that stores starting winning commands that will be described later, a symbol designation command storage section 126 that stores symbol designation commands that will be described later, and a special symbol that stores special symbol fluctuation start commands that will be described later. A fluctuation start command storage section 127 is provided.

Further, an image control board 140 is connected to the effect control board 120. The performance control microcomputer 121 of the performance control board 120 controls the display of the image display device 50 on the image control board 140 based on commands received from the game control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the game control board 100. Have them do it. Note that the connection between the production control board 120 and the image control board 140 allows both the transmission of signals from the production control board 120 to the image control board 140 and the transmission of signals from the image control board 140 to the production control board 120. This is a two-way communication connection.

The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 that stores programs for image control, an image RAM 143 used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 that executes the programs stored in the image ROM 142. . The image control board 140 also includes a CGROM (Character Generator Read Only Memory) 145 that stores image data to be displayed on the image display device 50, and a VRAM (Video Memory) that is used to expand the image data stored in the CGROM 145. Random Access Memory) 146 and VDP (Video Display Processor) 144. All or a portion of these electronic components may be configured in one chip.

The CGROM 145 stores, for example, image data (still image data and video data, specifically characters, items, designs, figures, characters, numbers, symbols, etc.) for displaying images displayed on the image display device 50. (including designs) and image data such as background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads image data from the CGROM 145 and develops it in a development area in the VRAM 146 in accordance with a display list created by the image CPU 141 based on instructions from the performance control microcomputer 121. Then, the expanded image data is appropriately combined and an image is drawn in the frame buffer in the VRAM 146. The image drawn in the frame buffer is then output to the image display device 50 as an RGB signal. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the display section 50a.

Note that the display list is composed of a group of commands for instructing execution of drawing in units of frames. The display list includes information on various parameters such as the type of image to be drawn, the position at which the image is drawn, display priority, display magnification, and image transmittance.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 outputs audio, music, and music from the speaker 52 via the audio control circuit 161 based on commands received from the game control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the game control board 100. Output sound effects, etc.

Audio data such as audio output from the speaker 52 is stored in the performance ROM 123 of the performance control board 120. Note that the audio control circuit 161 may be configured with a board and a CPU may be mounted thereon. In this case, the CPU may be caused to perform voice control. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and audio data may be stored in the ROM. Alternatively, the speaker 52 may be connected to the image control board 140 and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may be caused to perform audio control. Furthermore, in this case, the audio data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

Further, various sensors serving as input units and various actuators serving as drive sources are connected to the production control board 120 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various sensors are input to the production control board 120. Moreover, the production control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators.

Various switches connected to the performance control board 120 include a first performance button sensor 40a and a second performance button sensor 41a. The first performance button sensor 40a detects that the first performance button 40k is pressed. The second performance button sensor 41a detects that the second performance button 41k is pressed. When the first performance button sensor 40a and the second performance button sensor 41a detect that each has been operated, they output a signal to the performance control board 120 according to the detected content.

Note that the type and number of switches connected to the performance control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. Further, the type and number of actuators connected to the production control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

The various actuators connected to the production control board 120 include a motor 55m1 for rotating the board movable body, and a motor 55m2 for lifting and lowering the board movable body. The plate movable body rotation motor 55m1 can drive the rotating member 55k1 to rotate the rotating member 55k1. The board movable body lifting motor 55m2 can raise or lower the lifting member 55k2. In detail, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of the rotating member 55k1 and the lifting member 55k2, and controls the operation of the rotating member 55k1 and the lifting member 55k2 via the sub-drive board 162. .

In addition, below, the operation|movement of "the rotating member 55k1 and the elevating member 55k2" may be collectively called "the operation|movement of the board movable body 55k." Furthermore, rotating the rotary member 55k1 and lowering or raising the elevating member 55k2 are also referred to as "rotating, lowering, or raising the movable platen body 55k."

Further, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the lighting of the frame lamp 53 and the like via the sub-drive board 162 based on commands received from the game control board 100. In detail, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data that determines lighting/extinguishing, emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of the frame lamp 53, and controls the frame lamp 53 according to the light emission pattern data. Control light emission. Note that data stored in the performance ROM 123 of the performance control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

Note that the sub-drive board 162 may be configured with a board and the CPU may be mounted thereon. In this case, the CPU may control the lighting of the frame lamp 53 and the like and control the operation of the panel movable body 55k. Furthermore, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and data regarding the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM.

3. Main Games Played by the Gaming Machine Next, the main games played by the Pachinko gaming machine PY will be explained using FIGS. 8 to 15.

3-1. Games related to common figures First, games related to common figures will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY can execute a regular lottery when the fired game balls pass through the gate 13. When the general drawing lottery is performed, the normal drawing is displayed variably (variably displayed and then stopped) on the general drawing display 82. Here, the regular symbols that are stopped and displayed include winning symbols and losing symbols. In addition, the losing pattern of the regular pattern is also called "losing pattern" to distinguish it from the losing pattern of the special pattern described later.

When the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is executed, and the game related to passing through the gate 13 ends. On the other hand, when the losing common map is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is not performed and the game related to passing through the gate 13 ends. In addition, hereinafter, the fact that the game ball passes through the gate 13 when the variable display of the normal pattern or the auxiliary game is not being played will be referred to as "establishment of the normal pattern fluctuation starting condition."

The pachinko gaming machine PY performs a series of games such as variable display of general drawings and auxiliary games based on the general drawing start condition being satisfied, obtaining general drawing related determination information, and performing general drawing lottery. I can do it. The acquired ordinary symbol related determination information includes ordinary symbol random numbers, as shown in FIG. 8(A). The normal symbol random number is a random number (judgment information) for making a hit determination. Each random number has an appropriate range.

3-1-1. Win Determination The win determination is a determination for determining whether or not there is a win (whether or not to execute the auxiliary game) using a hit determination table as shown in FIG. 9(A), for example. The hit determination table can be associated with a gaming state that will be described later. When associated with the gaming state, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time saving state (non-time saving hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time saving state (time saving hit determination table).

In each hit determination table, determination values of normal symbol random numbers (normal symbol random number determination values) are appropriately distributed to hits and losses that are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY compares the acquired normal symbol random number with the hit determination table to determine whether it is a hit or a loss. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, the winning symbol is stopped and displayed on the variable display of the common symbol. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, the losing common map is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. Note that the winning probability can be changed as appropriate.

3-1-2. Ordinary Figure Fluctuation Pattern Determination/Ordinary Figure Variable Display Ordinary Figure Fluctuation Pattern Judgment is a determination for determining the Ordinary Figure Fluctuation Pattern by using the Ordinary Figure Fluctuation Pattern Determination Table as shown in FIG. 9(B), for example. The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern is identification information regarding predetermined matters related to variable display of ordinary figures, such as ordinary figure fluctuation time.

The regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). When associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state), the regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table includes the regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table (non-time saving regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table) used in the non-time saving state and the regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table used in the non-time saving state. There is a regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table (time-saving regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table) that is used in the state.

Each ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table stores one ordinary figure fluctuation pattern, which is the result of ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination, for each ordinary figure to be stopped. In other words, the pachinko game machine PY is capable of making the normal pattern fluctuation time different between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. For example, in a non-time-saving state, when a losing regular symbol (losing regular symbol) is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the regular symbol is determined to be a regular symbol fluctuation pattern in which the regular symbol fluctuation time is 30 seconds, and the winning symbol is displayed. Regarding the variable display of common figures in the case of stop display, a common figure fluctuation pattern is determined in which the ordinary figure fluctuation time is 30 seconds. In addition, in the time saving state, for the variable display of common symbols when a losing common symbol is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern in which the common symbol fluctuation time is 5 seconds is determined, and when the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern is determined. Regarding the variable display, a general pattern fluctuation pattern in which the general pattern fluctuation time is 5 seconds is determined. It should be noted that these general figure fluctuation times can be changed as appropriate.

Then, variable display of the ordinary figure of the ordinary figure fluctuation time associated with the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determined in the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination is performed on the ordinary figure display 82. In this way, by performing the hit determination and the normal pattern variation pattern determination, the normal pattern is variably displayed on the normal pattern display 82.

3-1-3. Auxiliary Game The auxiliary game is a variable display of a common symbol, and is executed when a winning symbol is stopped and displayed (derived) as a display result (result of a common symbol lottery). In the auxiliary game, the electric chew 12D is released.

The elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. Pachinko game machine PY controls the auxiliary game using the auxiliary game control table. The auxiliary game control table stores auxiliary game components. For example, as shown in FIG. 9(C), it is possible to associate the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state) with the auxiliary game control table. That is, it is possible to associate the auxiliary game component with the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Note that the specific contents of each element, such as the number of openings and the opening time, can be changed as appropriate.

The pachinko game machine PY can make the opening time of the electric chew 12D different between the auxiliary game in the non-time-saving state and the auxiliary game in the time-saving state. For example, in an auxiliary game in a non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened for a first opening time such as 0.2 seconds during which it is difficult for the electric chew 12D to win a game ball. On the other hand, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, for example, if the game ball is opened twice for 2.5 seconds with a 1.0 second interval (closed) in between, the first opening time is longer than the first opening time, and the game ball enters the electric chew 12D. The electric chew 12D is opened only for the second opening time which is easy to open.

Note that, hereinafter, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as the "short opening auxiliary game". On the other hand, the auxiliary game in the time saving state is also referred to as the "long opening auxiliary game". In addition, the opening time for each auxiliary game is the total time for that auxiliary game, and for example, it may be opened multiple times in one auxiliary game, such as opening once and then opening again after a closing interval. It may be configured as follows.

3-2. Games Related to Special Figures Next, games related to special figures will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY can execute the special drawing 1 lottery when the fired game ball enters the first starting hole 11. When the special figure 1 lottery is carried out, the special figure 1 is displayed variably on the special figure 1 display 81a (stop display after a variable display is performed) to notify the result of the special figure 1 lottery. Here, the special symbols 1 that are stopped and displayed include jackpot symbols and losing symbols. That is, the results of the special drawing 1 lottery include jackpots and losses.

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new gaming state is set, and the game based on the winning prize ends. Furthermore, when the losing symbols are stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not played and the game based on the winning prize ends.

Similarly, the pachinko game machine PY can execute the special drawing 2 lottery when the fired game ball enters the second starting slot 12. When the special figure 2 lottery is performed, the special figure 2 is displayed variably (stopped after being displayed variablely) on the special figure 2 display 81b to notify the result of the special figure 2 lottery. Here, the special symbols 2 that are stopped and displayed include jackpot symbols and losing symbols. That is, the result of the special drawing 2 lottery includes a jackpot and a loss.

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new gaming state is set, and the game based on the winning prize ends. Furthermore, when the losing symbols are stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not played, and the game based on the winning prize ends.

In addition, in the following, when a game ball enters the first starting port 11, it is referred to as "establishment of the first starting condition", and when a gaming ball enters the second starting port 12, it is referred to as "establishment of the second starting condition". That's what it means. Further, "the first starting condition is met" and "the second starting condition is met" are collectively referred to as "the starting condition is met." In addition, the losing symbols of the special symbols are also referred to as "losing special symbols" to distinguish them from the losing symbols of the above-mentioned ordinary symbols.

The pachinko game machine PY performs a series of games such as a variable display of special symbols and a jackpot game based on the establishment of a starting condition, the acquisition of special symbol related determination information, and the performance of a special symbol lottery. Then, in order to perform variable display of the special figure, various determinations are made regarding the special figure related determination information. As shown in FIG. 8(B), the acquired special symbol related determination information includes a special symbol random number, a jackpot symbol type random number, a reach random number, and a special symbol variation pattern random number.

The special symbol random number is a random number (determination information) for determining a jackpot. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number (judgment information) for determining the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number (judgment information) for performing reach determination. The special symbol variation pattern random number is a random number (judgment information) for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol. Each random number has an appropriate range. Next, each determination made using the special figure related determination information will be explained.

3-2-1. Jackpot Judgment The jackpot judgment is to use a jackpot judgment table to determine whether or not it is a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game), in other words, whether it is a jackpot or a loss. For example, as shown in FIG. 10(A), the jackpot determination table can be provided in association with a gaming state to be described later. Specifically, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (hereinafter referred to as "normal probability jackpot determination table") described later, and a jackpot determination table (hereinafter referred to as "jackpot determination table for normal probability") used in the high probability state described later. , "high probability jackpot determination table").

In each jackpot determination table associated with the gaming state, special symbol random number determination values (special symbol random number determination values) are assigned to jackpots and losses that are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko game machine PY compares the acquired special symbol random number with the jackpot determination table associated with the gaming state to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the high probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values that are determined to be a jackpot than the normal probability jackpot determination table.

It should be noted that the method of allocating the special symbol random number determination value to the jackpot probability and the determination results of various jackpot determinations can be changed as appropriate.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination Jackpot symbol type determination determines the type of jackpot symbol (jackpot symbol type) using a jackpot symbol type determination table as shown in FIG. 10(B), for example, when the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot. It is to be. It is possible to associate the type of jackpot symbol with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the constituent elements of the jackpot (content advantageous to the player) consisting of gaming benefits given to the player.

The jackpot symbol type determination table shows the type of special symbol that is variably displayed (special symbol 1/special symbol 2), in other words, the winning pattern that is caused by the jackpot symbol type determination (that caused the jackpot symbol type determination) is associated with the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). That is, the jackpot symbol type determination table includes a jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when performing a variable display of special figure 1, and a jackpot symbol type determination table used when performing a variable display of special figure 2. There is a symbol type determination table (second jackpot symbol type determination table).

Multiple types of jackpot symbols can be set. In each jackpot symbol type determination table, a jackpot symbol type random number determination value (jackpot symbol type random number determination value) is assigned to the jackpot symbol type that is the result of the jackpot symbol type determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY compares the acquired jackpot symbol type random number with the jackpot symbol type determination table to determine the type of jackpot symbol. In the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number determination values are appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols.

The types of the jackpot symbol of special symbol 1 and the jackpot symbol of special symbol 2 can be set as appropriate, but for example, as in the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 10(B), the jackpot symbol of special symbol 1 As such, three types of jackpot symbols are provided: jackpot symbol A, jackpot symbol B, and jackpot symbol C, and three types of jackpot symbols are provided as the jackpot symbol of special pattern 2, jackpot symbol D, jackpot symbol E, and jackpot symbol F. can be provided. Then, like the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 10(B), in the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number determination values are appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. ing. Note that the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the types of jackpot symbols can be increased or decreased as appropriate.

3-2-3. Reach Judgment For reach judgment, for example, when the result of jackpot judgment is a loss, use a reach judgment table as shown in FIG. It is to decide.

The reach determination table can be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). When associated with a gaming state, for example, the reach determination table includes a reach determination table used in the non-time saving state (non-time saving reach determination table) and a reach determination table used in the time saving state (time saving reach determination table). judgment table).

In each reach determination table, the reach random number determination value (reach random number determination value) is divided into the reach determination results "with reach (reach occurs)" and "without reach (reach does not occur)". There is. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY compares the acquired reach random number with the reach determination table to determine whether there is a reach or no reach (whether or not to generate a reach).

As shown in FIG. 10(C), the number of reach random number determination values that are determined as "reach exists (reach occurs)" can be made different between the non-time-saving reach determination table and the time-saving reach determination table. It is possible. In addition, in the following, the result of reach determination, which is performed on the premise that the result of jackpot determination is "lose", is referred to as "reach with reach" (reach occurs), and "no reach" is referred to as "reach with reach (reach occurs)". This is sometimes referred to as ``no reach failure.'' Also, a "loss without reach" is sometimes referred to as a "do-no-lose", and a "lose with a reach" is sometimes referred to as a "lose-to-reach".

3-2-4. Special symbol fluctuation pattern determination Special symbol fluctuation pattern determination is performed using special symbol fluctuation pattern determination tables (special symbol fluctuation patterns) as shown in FIGS. The purpose is to determine a variation pattern (special figure variation pattern) of variable display of special figures using a determination table (determination table).

The special figure variation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined matters regarding the special figure variation time, the so-called "shaku", the production flow (production content) of the special figure variation production described later, etc. In addition, the special figure fluctuation pattern can also include identification information regarding the result of the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination, in addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the performance flow (performance content) of the special symbol fluctuation performance. In addition, the type and number of special figure fluctuation patterns can be changed as appropriate.

The special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table is based on the type of special symbol (special pattern 1/special pattern 2) that performs variable display that is the target of determination, in other words, the starting opening where the prize was won due to the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination. It is possible to relate to the type (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). That is, the special figure variation pattern judgment table includes a special figure variation pattern judgment table (special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table: Figure 11) used when performing the variable display of special figure 1, and a variable display of special figure 2. There is a special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 12) used when performing this.

Each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Specifically, the special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table includes a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state. There is a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table (time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table). On the other hand, regarding the special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table, there is also a special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table used in the non-time saving state (special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table for non-time saving) and a special figure 2 variation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state. There is a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table (time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table).

In addition, each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state) can be further associated with the jackpot determination result and the reach determination result. That is, the non-time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table include one for jackpot, one for loss with reach, and one for loss without reach. Similarly, the non-time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table include one for jackpots, one for lose with reach, and one for lose without reach.

Furthermore, each special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for no reach and loss associated with the gaming state can also be associated with the number of reserved special figures 1. For example, there is a special pattern 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table for no-reach loss that is used when the number of reserved special symbols 1 (U1) is 0 to 2, and a table that is used when the number of reserved special symbols 1 (U1) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for no-reach misses. Similarly, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for each reach-less loss associated with the gaming state can also be associated with the special figure 2 pending number. Specifically, there is a special pattern 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table for no-reach loss that is used when the number of special symbols 2 reserved (U2) is 0 to 2, and a special symbol 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table for no-reach loss that is used when the number of special symbols 2 reserved (U2) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for no-reach misses that is used for.

Then, the special figure display device 81 displays a variation of the special figure of the special figure variation time according to the special figure variation pattern determined by each special figure variation pattern determination. Then, after the variable display of the special pattern, if the jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed as the display result of the special pattern variable display (result of the special pattern lottery), the next variable display of the special pattern will not be performed immediately, and the variable display will continue. , a jackpot game is executed.

Furthermore, it is possible to associate each special figure variation pattern with the production flow of the special figure variation production as shown in the third column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 and 12. Here, typical effects that constitute the effect flow of the special figure variation effect associated with the special figure variation pattern will be explained.

The performances that make up the production flow of the special figure variation production include normal variation, reach, normal reach (N reach), long reach (L reach), special reach (SP reach), battle reach, reach gase, and shortened variation.

Normal fluctuation indicates that the performance symbols that had been stopped and displayed have started to fluctuate, and each of the performance symbols that make up each production symbol has been fluctuated and displayed at such high speed that it is difficult to recognize, suggesting that the variable display of the special symbol has started. It is a performance that In addition, the special symbol fluctuation performance (the part from the start of the variation of the production pattern to the stop of variation) related to the no-reach loss variation, and the part until the reach is established (confirmed) in the special symbol variation production where the reach occurs, usually fluctuates. It may consist of

In N reach, immediately after a reach is established (confirmed) through normal fluctuations, for example, the production symbols that make up the reach are temporarily stopped at the same position for a predetermined period of time (for example, 10 seconds), and the remaining one is This is a performance in which the performance symbols slow down and fluctuate at a slower speed than normal fluctuations. The degree of expectation of a jackpot suggested by N reach is higher than normal fluctuations and lower than L reach and SP reach, which will be described later. When the special symbol fluctuation performance ends at N reach, the remaining one performance symbol that fluctuates at that low speed stops. In the case of a loss, the remaining one performance pattern stops at a performance pattern different from the performance pattern that constitutes the reach. If the special symbol fluctuation performance does not end at N reach, the remaining one performance symbol changes again at high speed, and develops (switches) from N reach to L reach and SP reach while maintaining reach. Therefore, N reach can also be positioned as a performance that determines whether the performance will develop or fail.

L reach is a performance that can be executed both in the case of a jackpot and in the case of a loss, and is a performance that suggests whether or not a jackpot gaming state will occur, and suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot gaming state. Furthermore, L reach is a performance that can be executed after N reach, for example, and is performed for a longer time than N reach, suggesting that the expectation of a jackpot is higher than N reach. Even in L reach, the established reach is maintained, but the effect symbols that make up the reach are reduced and are moved to a predetermined position that does not interfere with the background image than in the case of N reach (for example, the left effect pattern EZ1 described later is With the right effect pattern EZ3 moved to the upper right of the display section 50a (at the upper left of the display section 50a), the background image is switched to the L reach exclusive background image (the L reach exclusive video is played). Note that in L reach, 2DCG animation images are mainly displayed on the display section 50a. The contents of L Reach's production include videos of scenes different from the matches related to SP Reach, which will be described later, such as the main character undergoing special training to learn special moves.

SP reach is a performance that can be executed both in the case of a jackpot and in the case of a loss, and is a performance that suggests whether or not a jackpot gaming state will occur, and suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot gaming state. Furthermore, SP reach is a performance that can be executed after, for example, N reach, and is performed for a longer time than L reach, suggesting that the expectation of a jackpot is higher than L reach. Even in SP reach, the established reach is maintained, but the effect symbols that make up the reach are reduced and are moved to a predetermined position that does not interfere with the background image than in the case of N reach (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 described later is At the upper left of the display section 50a, with the right effect symbol EZ3 moved to the upper right of the display section 50a, the background image is switched to the SP reach-specific background image (the SP reach-specific video is played). Note that in SP reach, 3DCG images are mainly displayed on the display section 50a. As the content of SP Reach, a video of a match between the team to which the main character belongs and the team to which the rival of the main character belongs is displayed.

Battle reach is a performance that can be executed after reach, for example in a time-saving state, and is a performance that suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than normal variation. Even in battle reach, the reached reach is maintained, but the effect symbols that make up the reach are reduced and moved to predetermined positions (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 is at the upper left of the display section 50a, and the right effect symbol EZ3 is moved to the upper left of the display section 50a). (upper right corner), the background image will switch to the battle production-specific background image (the battle production-specific video will play). Furthermore, in the battle performance, 3DCG images are mainly displayed on the display section 50a.

Reach Gase usually performs a reach promotion effect to incite whether or not a reach is established immediately after the fluctuation, and as a result of the reach promotion effect, the reach is not established and the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss. It's a performance. As a reach promotion performance, for example, first, as a normal variation, the left performance symbol EZ1, which was fluctuating at high speed, is temporarily stopped and displayed approximately at the vertical center of the display section 50a, and then the performance symbol G10, which is the same as the left performance symbol EZ1, is displayed. The right effect pattern EZ3 consisting of is decelerated and descends from above, and is temporarily stopped at approximately the center in the vertical direction of the display section 50a to be displayed. In other words, the state is whether reach is established or not. The behavior of the left performance pattern EZ1 and the right performance pattern EZ3 from when the left performance pattern EZ1 is displayed in a temporary stop until it reaches a state where it is determined whether or not a reach is established constitutes a reach promotion performance. Finally, the right effect symbol EZ3 slides down without displaying a temporary stop at approximately the vertical center of the display section 50a, fades out from the display section 50a, and the left effect that is temporarily stopped and displayed. A right performance pattern EZ3 consisting of a performance pattern G10 different from the pattern EZ1 is temporarily stopped and displayed approximately at the vertical center of the display section 50a, and then a performance different from the left performance pattern EZ1 and the right performance pattern EZ3 which are temporarily stopped and displayed is displayed. By temporarily stopping and displaying the middle performance pattern EZ2 consisting of the pattern G10, the performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss, and are definitively stopped and displayed as they are.

The display content of the shortened variation is basically the same as the normal variation, but the time required for the effect is shorter than the normal variation.

In addition, in the "state in which the reach is maintained" in the N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle reach, the performance symbols that constitute the reach in the N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle reach are displayed on the display section 50a. This includes not only a state where it is visible from the display section 50a, but also a state where the effect pattern constituting the reach is difficult or impossible to see from the display section 50a for a predetermined period of time in relation to a dedicated background image. Further, the contents of the normal variation, N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle reach can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the effects that make up the special figure variation effect are not limited to these, and can be added or reduced as appropriate.

In addition, as shown in the second column from the right of the table in FIGS. 11 and 12, it is possible to give a name to the special pattern variation pattern by associating it with the jackpot determination result and the content of the special pattern variation production. . The special pattern variation pattern related to a jackpot is sometimes collectively referred to as a "jackpot variation", and the special pattern variation pattern related to a loss is sometimes collectively referred to as a "loss variation".

Furthermore, the special pattern variation pattern in which SP reach is performed regardless of the jackpot judgment result is "SP reach variation", the special pattern variation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L reach variation", and the special pattern variation pattern in which N reach is performed is special pattern variation. The special pattern variation pattern where the production ends is sometimes collectively referred to as "N reach variation". In addition, loss fluctuations with reach are sometimes referred to as "loss fluctuations with reach", and loss fluctuations without reach are sometimes collectively referred to as "normal loss fluctuations".

3-2-5. Pre-reading Judgment Before making a jackpot judgment, the pachinko gaming machine PY can make a pre-reading judgment based on the acquired special figure related judgment information using a pre-reading judgment table as shown in FIGS. 13 to 14, for example. be. The look-ahead determination table is based on the type of starting opening (first starting opening 11/second starting opening 12) related to the starting winning, in other words, the type of special figure that is variably displayed depending on the starting winning (special drawing 1/special drawing). 2). That is, the pre-reading determination table includes a first pre-reading determination table (FIG. 13) in the case where a prize is won in the first starting opening 11 and a variable display of special drawing 1 is performed, and a first reading determining table (FIG. 13) when a prize is won in the second starting opening 12 and a special drawing is displayed. There is a second look-ahead determination table (FIG. 14) in which variable display of No. 2 is performed. Note that the prefetch determination performed based on the first prefetch determination table is also referred to as a "first prefetch determination," and the prefetch determination performed based on the second prefetch determination table is also referred to as a "second prefetch determination."

Further, the pre-reading determination table can also be associated with gaming states (normal gaming state/high probability high base gaming state/low probability high base gaming state) which will be described later. That is, the lookahead determination table includes a lookahead decision table used in the normal gaming state (a lookahead decision table for normal gaming state), and a lookahead decision table used in the high probability high base game state (high probability high base game state). There is a look-ahead determination table for the state) and a look-ahead determination table for the low probability high base gaming state (a look ahead determination table for the low probability high base gaming state).

In other words, the lookahead determination table includes a first lookahead decision table used in the normal gaming state, a first lookahead decision table used in the high probability high base gaming state, and a first lookahead decision table used in the high probability high base gaming state. A first lookahead determination table used, a second lookahead determination table used in the normal gaming state, a second lookahead determination table used in the high probability high base gaming state, and a second lookahead determination table used in the low probability high base gaming state. There is a second look-ahead determination table used for.

In addition, by the pre-reading determination using the pre-reading determination table shown in FIGS. 13 and 14, the special symbol fluctuation pattern related to the variable display of the special symbol performed by winning the starting openings 11 and 12 is specified. That is, before the variable display of the special figure based on the winning is performed, the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the variable display of the special figure is specified as the pre-reading determination result. In the process of specifying the special figure fluctuation pattern, the propriety of the jackpot is also specified as a pre-read determination result.

The pre-reading determination result including information regarding the special figure fluctuation pattern etc. is associated with the start winning command. As will be described later, the start winning command is transmitted to the production control board 120 as a pre-read determination result along with its generation. Note that the type of information to be specified as the prefetch determination result can be changed as appropriate. For example, information regarding the type of jackpot symbol can also be included in the pre-reading determination result.

As described above, a variable display of the special symbol is performed on the special symbol display 81 by performing the jackpot determination, the jackpot symbol type determination, the reach determination, and the special symbol variation pattern determination. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a display result (result of the special symbol lottery) in the variable display of the special symbol, the next special symbol is not variably displayed and the jackpot game is subsequently executed. Next, the jackpot game will be explained.

3-3. Jackpot Game A jackpot game consists of multiple round games involving the opening and closing of the jackpot 14, an opening (also referred to as OP) from the start of the jackpot game until the start of the first round game, and a final round game. It includes an ending (also referred to as ED) from the end of the round game until the end of the jackpot game. Each round game starts with the end of the opening or the end of the previous round game, and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of the ending.

Note that it is possible not to provide OP and ED. Furthermore, hereinafter, a predetermined number of round games (in a predetermined order) will be simply referred to as a "round." For example, the first round game is also referred to as "one round (1R)," and the tenth round game is also referred to as "10 rounds (10R)."

The pachinko game machine PY then controls the jackpot game using the jackpot game control table. The jackpot game control table can be set for each type of jackpot symbol. That is, it is possible to associate a jackpot game with a type of jackpot symbol. One or more types of jackpot games can be set.

The jackpot game control table stores elements constituting the jackpot game (jackpot game constituent elements). The jackpot game components include the number of round games, the number of times the jackpot opening 14 is opened in each round game, the type and opening time (opening pattern) of the jackpot opening for each opening, and the time to be closed until the next opening. (closing time), opening time (opening time), and ending time (ending time).

The pachinko game machine PY can control the jackpot game using a jackpot game control table as shown in FIG. 15(A), for example. That is, it is possible to set the type of jackpot game and the jackpot game components for each jackpot game as shown in FIG. 15(A). Here, the jackpot game set in FIG. 15(A) will be explained.

In the jackpot game associated with jackpot symbol A (hereinafter also referred to as "first jackpot game"), a round game is played 10 times. In each round game from 1R to 10R, the grand prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. Furthermore, there is an opening in which the jackpot 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the first jackpot game until the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the jackpot 14 remains closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game until the end of the first jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with jackpot symbol B (hereinafter also referred to as "second jackpot game"), a round game is played five times. In each round game from 1R to 5R, the big prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. Furthermore, there is an opening in which the jackpot 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the second jackpot game until the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big prize opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game until the end of the second jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with jackpot symbol C (hereinafter also referred to as "third jackpot game"), a round game is played five times. In each round game from 1R to 5R, the big prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. Furthermore, there is an opening in which the jackpot 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the third jackpot game until the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big prize opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game until the end of the third jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with jackpot symbol D (hereinafter also referred to as "fourth jackpot game"), a round game is played 10 times. In each round game from 1R to 10R, the grand prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. Furthermore, there is an opening in which the big prize opening 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the fourth jackpot game until the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the big prize opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game until the end of the fourth jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol E (hereinafter also referred to as "fifth jackpot game"), a round game is played six times. In each round game from 1R to 6R, the big prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. Furthermore, there is an opening in which the jackpot 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the fifth jackpot game until the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the grand prize opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game until the end of the fifth jackpot game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol F (hereinafter also referred to as "sixth jackpot game"), a round game is played six times. In each round game from 1R to 6R, the big prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the jackpot 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the sixth jackpot game until the start of the first round game. Furthermore, there is an ending in which the grand prize opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game until the end of the fifth jackpot game.

In addition, in each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are detected by the big winning hole sensor 14a, even before the maximum opening time of the big winning hole 14 has elapsed, the big winning hole is activated. The winning hole 14 is closed and the round game ends. Further, the types and specific contents of the jackpot game components can be changed as appropriate.

In addition, in the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 15(A), which type of jackpot game will be executed is determined by the type of jackpot symbol, but the jackpot game may be executed by a method different from this. You may also do so. For example, if a device is provided in the gaming area 6 that can allocate the prizes to two winning holes, if a winning hole is won in one of the winning holes, only a jackpot game consisting of a predetermined number of round games will be executed, but if a prize is won in the other winning hole, a predetermined winning hole will be executed. Either a jackpot game consisting of a larger number of round games or a jackpot game consisting of a smaller number of round games than a predetermined number may be executed with a predetermined probability by lottery or the like.

3-4. Game State Next, the game state that can be controlled by the pachinko game machine PY will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY has a jackpot game state in which a jackpot game is being executed and a non-jackpot game state in which a jackpot game is not being executed. The non-jackpot gaming states include a normal gaming state, which is a basic gaming state, and a specific gaming state, which is more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state. Factors that are "advantageous to the player" related to this specific gaming state include the jackpot probability and the ease with which the second starting port 12 can be opened. That is, the jackpot probability and the ease of opening the second starting port 12 can be associated with the specific gaming state.

What is advantageous to the player regarding the jackpot probability is that the jackpot probability is higher than in the normal gaming state, and it becomes easier to win the jackpot. Furthermore, the ease of opening the second starting port 12 that is advantageous to the player means that the ease of opening the second starting port 12 is higher than in the normal gaming state, and the second starting port 12 is opened per unit time. This means that it will take longer.

The specific gaming states include a first specific gaming state in which both the jackpot probability and the opening time per unit time of the second starting port 12 are advantageous to the player, and a second specific gaming state in which only the jackpot probability is advantageous to the player. Three types can be set: a specific gaming state and a third specific gaming state in which only the opening time per unit time of the second starting port 12 is advantageous to the player. It should be noted that instead of all of these three types of specific gaming states being installed in the pachinko gaming machine PY, some of the three types of specific gaming states can also be installed.

Here, as a partial gaming state focusing on the jackpot probability, a state where the jackpot probability is higher than the normal gaming state and which is advantageous to the player regarding the jackpot probability is referred to as a "high probability state". On the other hand, the jackpot probability is the normal probability in the normal gaming state, and a state in which the jackpot probability is not advantageous to the player is referred to as a "normal probability state."

In addition, as a partial game state focusing on the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time, the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is longer than the normal gaming state, and the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is longer than the normal gaming state. A state in which the ease of opening is advantageous to the player is called a "time saving state." On the other hand, the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is the opening time in the normal gaming state, and the state in which the ease of opening the second starting port 12 is not advantageous to the player is defined as "non-time saving". "state".

Here, the non-time saving state and the time saving state will be explained in detail. As described above, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer than in the non-time saving state. That is, the time-saving state is a state in which it is easier to win a prize in the second starting port 12 than in the non-time-saving state. Here, a specific method for making it easier to win a prize in the second starting slot 12 in the time-saving state than in the non-time-saving state will be described.

For example, by making the time saving state a state in which the normal pattern variation time is likely to be shorter than in the non-time saving state, it is possible to make it easier to win a prize at the second starting port 12 in the time saving state. For example, as mentioned above, regardless of the result of the hit determination, in the time saving state, the normal pattern fluctuation time (5.0 seconds) is shorter than the normal pattern fluctuation time (30.0 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state. Let it be determined. As a result, in the time saving state, the number of times the regular lottery is executed per unit time is greater. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, if the probability of winning in the hit judgment and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game are the same, then the number of regular lottery drawings per unit time is the same. As the number of executions increases, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer.

In addition, by making the time saving state a state where the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than in the non-time saving state, it is possible to make it easier to win a prize in the second starting port 12 in the time saving state. . For example, as mentioned above, in the non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D opens for 0.2 seconds in one auxiliary game, whereas in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D opens for 5.0 seconds in one auxiliary game. Make it open for seconds. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, if the probability of winning in the hit judgment and the normal pattern fluctuation time are the same, the number of times the auxiliary game is executed per unit time will be the same, so once The longer the electric chew 12D is opened in the auxiliary game, the longer the electric chew 12D is opened per unit time.

Furthermore, by making the time-saving state a state in which it is easier to determine a win in the winning determination compared to the non-time-saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the second starting port 12 to win a prize in the time-saving state. For example, as mentioned above, in the non-time-saving state, the probability of winning is determined to be 6600/65536, while in the time-saving state, the probability of winning is determined to be 59936/65536. . In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time-saving state and the time-saving state, if the opening time of the electric chew 12D and the normal figure variation time in one auxiliary game are the same, the probability of a hit being determined is high. Since the number of hit determinations per unit time increases, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer.

In this way, in the time saving state, it is easier to win than in the non-time saving state, the normal figure fluctuation time is likely to be shorter, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer. By satisfying the three conditions, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer than in the non-time-saving state, making it easier to win a prize in the second starting port 12. As a result, the so-called "base", which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of fired balls, increases. Therefore, in the time-saving state where the base is high, it is possible to aim for a jackpot win without greatly reducing the number of game balls in possession compared to the normal gaming state. In other words, it can be said that the time-saving state is more advantageous for the player than the non-time-saving state.

Note that in the time saving state, all three conditions for increasing the opening time per unit time of the second starting port 12 may not all be met, but only some of the conditions may be met. Finally, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer than in the non-time-saving state, and winning into the second starting port 12 may be facilitated.

In addition, in the time-saving state, the number of executions of the special pattern variable display per unit time is small, or special The average figure fluctuation time may be made low. As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the reserved special drawings are consumed becomes faster, and effective winnings (winnings that can be stored as reserved special drawings) in the starting opening are more likely to occur. Therefore, players can aim for a jackpot while the game progresses smoothly.

In addition, in the following, the first specific gaming state will be referred to as a "high probability high base gaming state" and the second specific gaming state will be referred to as a "high probability low "Base gaming state" and the third specific gaming state are also referred to as "low probability high base gaming state." Furthermore, the normal gaming state is also referred to as a "low probability low base gaming state."

Therefore, the low probability low base gaming state can be said to be a gaming state controlled in a normal probability state and a non-time saving state. Similarly, the low probability high base gaming state is controlled as a normal probability state and a time saving state, the high probability low base gaming state is controlled as a high probability state and a non time saving state, and the high probability high base gaming state is controlled as a high probability state and a time saving state. It can be said that it is a gaming state in which

In this way, the pachinko gaming machine PY can be controlled in a low probability low base gaming state, a low probability high base gaming state, a high probability low base gaming state, a high probability high base gaming state, and a jackpot gaming state. In addition, in the jackpot gaming state, the jackpot gaming state can also be said to be a gaming state advantageous to the player because the jackpot opening 14 is open for a long time and a large amount of game balls can be acquired. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state and the specific gaming state can also be called "advantageous gaming states" that are more advantageous to the player than the normal gaming state.

Furthermore, the high probability high base gaming state and the high probability low base gaming state are gaming states that are more advantageous to the player than the low probability low base gaming state in that the jackpot probability is higher than the normal probability state. be. In addition, the high probability high base gaming state and the low probability high base gaming state are more advantageous to the player than the low probability low base gaming state in that the ease of winning the second starting slot 12 is higher than in the non-time saving state. It is in a gaming state. Furthermore, in the jackpot game state, the jackpot game state is a low-probability, low-base game because the jackpot game state is a low-probability low-base game because the number of prize balls for one winning is greater than the first starting hole 11 and the second starting hole 12. This is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the current state.

Further, when the power of the pachinko game machine PY is turned on, the normal game state is first set. Further, the jackpot game state is set by the stop display of jackpot symbols. On the other hand, the specific gaming state is set by winning a jackpot and executing a jackpot game. Next, the setting of the specific gaming state will be explained.

3-5. Setting a specific gaming state Pachinko gaming machine PY can newly set a specific gaming state upon completion of a jackpot game. That is, after a jackpot game, the game can be controlled and progressed in a specific game state. The duration of this specific gaming state can be set as appropriate. For example, a specific gaming state can be continued until the next jackpot is won. Furthermore, it is also possible to limit the period during which a specific gaming state can continue.

When limiting the duration of a specific gaming state, the specific gaming state can be ended when the termination condition for the duration is satisfied. Then, when the specific gaming state ends, the normal gaming state can be set. Further, regarding the high probability high base gaming state, when the termination condition is satisfied, a low probability high base gaming state or a high probability low base gaming state may be set. In this case, the newly set low probability high base gaming state or high probability low base gaming state may continue until the next jackpot is won. Furthermore, the same or different end conditions may be provided for the newly set low probability high base gaming state or the high probability low base gaming state, and when the end condition is met, the normal gaming state may be set.

Furthermore, the termination conditions for the duration of the specific gaming state can be set as appropriate. As the termination condition, for example, the number of execution times of special figure variable display can be set. In addition, it is not limited to the number of executions of the special figure variable display, but also the elapsed time after the jackpot game, the number of game balls fired after the jackpot game, the number of times the game ball passes through the gate 13 after the jackpot game, or whether to end the specific game state. It is possible to set the termination condition to be the result of terminating the lottery (so-called "fall lottery"). Furthermore, these elements may be set as end conditions singly or in combination.

In addition, these ending conditions may be set the same for all specific gaming states that can be set after a jackpot game, or may be set for some specific gaming states among the specific gaming states that can be set. You may do so. Furthermore, the termination conditions may be different for each specific game state.

Furthermore, the specific game state controlled after the jackpot game, the presence or absence of an end condition, and the content of the end condition can be associated with the jackpot symbol type related to the jackpot game. For example, when the jackpot symbol type is set as described above, as shown in FIG. The game may be controlled based on the state. Here, this high-probability, high-base game state can be continued until a jackpot is won without setting an end condition. Furthermore, after the jackpot game related to the jackpot symbol C and the jackpot symbol E ends, the game may be controlled in a low probability high base gaming state. Here, an end condition can be set for this low probability high base game state, and the end condition can be set to 100 times of variable display of special symbols. In addition, the relationship between this jackpot type symbol, the specific game state controlled after the jackpot game, the presence or absence of an end condition, and the content of the end condition is an example, and is not limited to this.

In addition, focusing on the gaming profit of a jackpot, a jackpot in which the game progresses with a high probability after a jackpot game is also referred to as a "high probability jackpot." Further, a jackpot in which the game progresses in a high probability state and in a time saving state after a jackpot game is also referred to as a "probable jackpot". In addition, a jackpot in which the game progresses in a normal probability state and a time-saving state after a jackpot game is also referred to as a "time-saving jackpot."

4. Main performances performed by the gaming machine Next, the main performances performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY will be explained using FIGS. 16 to 32. Note that the pachinko game machine PY is associated with a baseball story with a main character and an enemy character as a theme for presentation purposes.

4-1. Production Mode First, the production mode will be explained. The production mode is a division of production (or a superordinate attribute). The pachinko game machine PY 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, the special figure variable display is performed in the "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 a production mode that can be set when there is no special figure variable display and indicates a standby state in which special figure variable display is not performed. A customer waiting performance is performed when a customer waiting performance mode is set. In the customer waiting performance, for example, as shown in FIG. 16(A), a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY is displayed on the display section 50a. Furthermore, when the first performance button 40k is operated while the customer waiting demonstration video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. is displayed. Settings related to the effects include volume settings for the sound output from the speaker 52, brightness settings for the display section 50a, and frequency settings for the effects to be performed. Note that setting items related to presentation can be set as appropriate. Further, the setting screen G101 can be made not to be displayed from the customer waiting demonstration video G100 by the player's operation.

The normal production mode is a production mode that can be set in the "low probability low base gaming state" and indicates the normal gaming state. Further, a plurality of lower performance modes belonging to the normal performance mode can be provided. For example, a first normal presentation mode, a second normal presentation mode, a third normal presentation mode, etc. can be provided as presentation modes at a lower level belonging to the normal presentation mode.

In addition, below, the production mode of the lower hierarchy which belongs to production mode is also called "production stage." Accordingly, the first normal presentation mode is also referred to as the "first normal presentation stage," the second normal presentation mode is also referred to as the "second normal presentation stage," and the third normal presentation mode is also referred to as the "third normal presentation stage." say. In addition, unless there are special circumstances, basically the production mode that is set when the special figure variation display starts for the first time after the power of the pachinko game machine PY is turned on is the first normal production stage ( (first normal performance mode). However, the type of production mode that is initially set is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

In this way, when a plurality of performance stages belonging to the normal performance mode are provided, the performance stages can be repeatedly switched in order when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied. The switching condition can be set as appropriate, but for example, the switching condition can be set to a predetermined number of special symbol variable effects being performed without winning the jackpot. Further, as a switching condition, it can be set that a specific effect, such as a special symbol variation effect based on SP reach/loss variation, is executed.

In addition, as will be described later, a reach may occur in special figure fluctuation effects, but the special figure variation effect is the entire section of the special figure variation effect when a reach does not occur, and a reach is established when a reach occurs. It can be divided into the first stage before the reach occurs, and the second stage after the reach is established in the case where a reach occurs. Note that the first part consists of the above-mentioned "normal fluctuation".

In the first stage of the first normal presentation stage, a background image (FIG. 17A: first normal background image G111) mainly representing a city view is displayed on the display section 50a. In the first stage of the second normal performance stage, a background image mainly representing the field of a baseball field (FIG. 17(B): second normal background image G112) is displayed on the display section 50a. In the first stage of the third normal performance stage, a background image mainly representing the inside of the restaurant (FIG. 17(C): third normal background image G113) is displayed on the display section 50a. On the other hand, in the latter part of the first to third normal performance stages, the first normal background image G111, the second normal background image G112, and the third normal background image G113 are not displayed. A special background image will be displayed depending on the type of reach.

Note that the dedicated background image according to the type of reach in the normal production mode may be a common background image in the normal production mode regardless of the type of production stage, or may be a different background image for each production stage.

Further, the normal performance mode may be set even in the "high probability low base game state", and the normal performance mode may be a performance mode indicating a non-time saving state. Alternatively, a predetermined performance mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" and is different from the normal performance mode may be provided. Further, a predetermined performance mode different from the normal performance mode may be set in a low probability low base game state and a high probability low base game state that occur under certain conditions.

The variable probability production mode is a production mode that can be set in the "high probability high base gaming state" and indicates the high probability high base gaming state. In the first stage of the probability variation production mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 17(D), a background image representing the universe (probability variation background image G120) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and probability variation BGM is output from the speaker 52. . In addition, in the latter part of the variable probability performance mode, a dedicated background image corresponding to the type of reach in the variable probability performance mode is displayed.

The time-saving production mode can be set in the "low-probability, high-base gaming state" or "high-probability, high-base gaming state," and is either the low-probability, high-base gaming state or the high-probability, high-base gaming state; This is a production mode that indicates the state. In the first stage of the time-saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 17(E), a background image representing the sky (time-saving background image G130) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and time-saving BGM is output from the speaker 52. . In addition, in the latter part of the time-saving production mode, a dedicated background image is displayed according to the type of reach in the time-saving production mode.

In addition, the time-saving performance mode can be set only in the low probability high base gaming state, and can also be set as a performance mode indicating the low probability high base gaming state.

In addition, for either or both of the fixed variable production mode and the time-saving production mode, in the same way as the normal production mode, a plurality of production stages for the production mode are provided, and when a predetermined switching condition is met, the production stage is switched. You can also do it.

The jackpot production mode is a production mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being played in the "jackpot game state", and is a production mode that indicates that a jackpot game is being played. In the jackpot performance mode, for example, during the opening of a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18(A), an opening image G1 that suggests the start of a jackpot game or a right-hand hit image G2 that encourages "right-hand hitting" is displayed on the display section 50a. A jackpot opening performance will be held where the will be displayed. In addition, during the opening, as a jackpot opening effect, a background image (opening background image G200) corresponding to the type of jackpot game is displayed on the display section 50a in the background of the opening image G1 and the right-handed image G2. .

In addition, in the jackpot production mode, during the round game in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18(B), the right-handed image G2 is continuously displayed from the opening on the display section 50a, and the round image indicating the number of rounds is displayed on the display section 50a. A round effect is performed in which G3 and a prize ball number image G4 indicating the number of paid out prize balls are displayed. In addition, during a round game, as a round effect, a background image (round background) corresponding to the type of jackpot game is displayed on the display section 50a as a background of the right-handed hit image G2, the round image G3, and the prize ball number image G4. Image G201) is displayed, and BGM corresponding to the type of jackpot game is output from the speaker 52.

Furthermore, during the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18(C), the display section 50a displays an ending image G5 that suggests the production mode to be set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls that have been paid out. A jackpot ending effect is performed in which the total prize ball count image G6 is displayed. In addition, during the ending, as a jackpot ending effect, a background image (ending background image G202) corresponding to the type of jackpot game is displayed on the display section 50a in the background of the ending image G5 and the total prize ball count image G6. be done.

In addition, hereinafter, the jackpot opening performance, the round performance, and the jackpot ending performance are collectively referred to as the "jackpot game performance" as the performance executed in the jackpot game. That is, a jackpot game performance is performed in the jackpot performance mode.

4-2. Special figure variation effect Next, the special figure variation effect will be explained. When the variable display of the special pattern starts, the pachinko gaming machine PY displays the special pattern variation pattern related to the variable display of the special pattern and the special pattern lottery result (jackpot determination result, jackpot symbol type determination result, reach determination result, A special figure variation effect is executed based on the special figure variation pattern determination result).

In the special symbol variation performance, a variation display of performance symbols is performed on the display unit 50a in a manner superimposed on a predetermined background image. In the fluctuating display of performance symbols, the performance symbols change and then stop. That is, after the special symbol fluctuation time and the variable display of the performance symbols are performed, the fluctuations are stopped and the static display of the performance symbols is performed. Then, basically, the result of the special drawing lottery is notified by the stop display of the performance symbols.

It should be noted that in the special symbol variation performance performed on the display section 50a, it is also possible to use images other than the variation display of production symbols. Furthermore, in addition to the image display device 50 including the display section 50a, a special feature using various presentation devices such as a speaker 52, a frame lamp 53, a board moving device 55, a first presentation button device 40, and a second presentation button device 41 is used. It is possible to perform figure fluctuation effects.

Next, the effect patterns displayed on the display section 50a in the special figure variable effect executed in response to the special figure variable display will be explained. The production pattern is also identification information for indicating the special drawing lottery result, and multiple types are provided. Specifically, one of the constituent elements of the effect pattern constitutes identification information for indicating the special drawing lottery result, and a plurality of types of effect patterns are provided depending on the difference in the identification information.

For example, as shown in FIG. 19(A), the effect patterns can be composed of numbers 1 to 9, and nine effect patterns can be provided. Then, a performance pattern including the number "1" is defined as a performance pattern G10a. Similarly, the performance symbols including numbers "2" to "9" are designated as performance symbols G10b to G10i. For convenience, when the individual performance symbols are handled without distinction, they are collectively referred to as "performance symbol G10." In addition, the production pattern G10 may be associated with a number and referred to as a "~ pattern." A number is entered in this "~" part. For example, if the production pattern G10g includes the number "7", it becomes a "7 pattern".

In addition, the numerical parts of the production patterns G10c and G10g related to "3" and "7" are red, and "1", "2", "4", "5", "6", "8", and The numerical parts of the production patterns G10a, G10b, G10d, G10e, G10f, G10h, and G10i of "9" are blue. That is, colors are included in the constituent elements of the effect pattern G10. In the following, the production symbols G10c and G10g with red numbers are referred to as "red symbols", and the production symbols G10a, G10b, G10d, G10e, G10f, G10h, and G10i with blue numbers are referred to as "blue symbols". It is also sometimes called. Note that the configuration of the performance symbol G10 and what the identification information is set to may be changed as appropriate. For example, other components such as characters associated with each number may be added to the production pattern G10.

Next, the effect pattern display area for displaying the effect pattern G10 will be explained. For example, as shown in FIG. 19(B), the display section 50a is divided into three parts approximately equally in the horizontal direction, and the left, center, and right sides are divided into a left presentation pattern area 50b1, a middle presentation pattern area 50b2, and a right presentation pattern. This can be the area 50b3. The performance pattern G10 is displayed in any of the left performance pattern area 50b1, the middle performance pattern area 50b2, and the right performance pattern area 50b3.

Mainly, in the first part of the special symbol variation performance, the performance pattern G10 displayed in the left performance pattern area 50b1 is collectively referred to as "left performance pattern EZ1", and the performance pattern G10 displayed in the middle performance pattern area 50b2 is collectively referred to as "left performance pattern EZ1". They are collectively referred to as "middle performance symbols EZ2," and the performance symbols G10 displayed in the right performance symbol area 50b3 are collectively referred to as "right performance symbols EZ3." That is, in the left performance pattern area 50b1, middle performance pattern area 50b2, and right performance pattern area 50b3, the performance pattern G10 consisting of numbers 1 to 9 is displayed in common, but the performance pattern G10 consisting of the numbers 1 to 9 is displayed in the relative display position. When distinguishing G10, it is written as a left performance pattern EZ1, a middle performance pattern EZ2, and a right performance pattern EZ3.

In addition, as described later, in the special pattern variation performance, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner, but ultimately the special symbol lottery results (jackpot determination result, jackpot symbol type, reach determination result) are shown. The stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed in this manner. When announcing a jackpot as a result of the special drawing lottery, performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed so that three performance symbols G10 of the same number are lined up side by side (so-called "Zero"). Therefore, hereinafter, the effect pattern G10 consisting of the same numbers forming the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that are stopped and displayed when notifying a jackpot will be referred to as a "jackpot effect pattern." For example, if the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are displayed as "7, 7, 7," the jackpot design will be "performance symbol G10g," and if they are statically displayed as "9, 9, 9," the jackpot design will be " The production pattern is G10i. Furthermore, the jackpot effect symbols may be abbreviated by numbers included in the effect symbols. For example, if the jackpot effect pattern is "performance pattern G10g", the jackpot effect pattern will be "7", and if the jackpot effect pattern is "performance pattern G10i", the jackpot effect pattern will be "9". Furthermore, as will be described later, in the special symbol variation performance, the special symbol lottery result is completely displayed when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are definitively stopped and displayed. However, basically, in the middle of the special symbol variation performance, before the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are definitively stopped and displayed, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed (temporary stop display). This is because the contents of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped and displayed may be changed. For example, after the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a mode indicating a jackpot (relatively disadvantageous to the player), they are changed to a mode indicating another jackpot (relatively advantageous to the player). It may be done. Therefore, when the performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner that first indicates a jackpot (before they are changed), the performance pattern G10 consisting of the same numbers that constitute the performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3. It is also referred to as a ``jackpot effect pattern''.

In addition, in the special pattern variation production, the variation display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, but in the middle of the variation display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3, the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are the production symbol G10 with the same number. Reach may be temporarily stopped (temporary stop display). As will be described later, reach is an effect that suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot gaming state, and by reaching reach, the chance of winning a jackpot has increased. Therefore, the performance pattern G10 consisting of the same numbers forming the left performance pattern EZ1 and the right performance pattern EZ3 related to the reach is referred to as a "reach performance pattern". For example, when the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 temporarily stop display at the production symbol G10a of “1”, the reach production symbol becomes “production symbol G10a”, and when they temporarily stop display at the production symbol G10a of “3” , the reach effect pattern becomes “effect pattern G10c”. Furthermore, the reach effect design may be abbreviated by the number included in the effect pattern. For example, if the ready-to-win performance symbol is "performance symbol G10a", the ready-to-win performance symbol is abbreviated as "1", and if the ready-to-win performance symbol is "performance symbol G10c", the ready-to-reach performance symbol is abbreviated as "3".

Further, as shown in FIG. 19(B), it is possible to provide a small pattern area 50c in which small patterns are variably displayed in one section of the left end (lower left corner) of the lower end of the display section 50a. In the small symbol area 50c, small symbols can be variably displayed in accordance with the variable display of the special symbol. Although the design of the small symbol can be set as appropriate, for example, the number part of the performance symbol G10 may be reduced as it is.

In addition, in FIG. 19(B), the left presentation pattern area 50b1, the middle presentation pattern area 50b2, the right presentation pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are clearly indicated by dashed lines, but these are the left presentation pattern area 50b1, These are described to represent the ranges of the middle effect symbol area 50b2, right effect symbol area 50b3, and small symbol area 50c, and are not actually displayed.

Furthermore, as described above, the performances that constitute the performance flow of the special figure variation performance include normal variation, N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle performance. Some of these will now be explained.

4-2-1. Normal variation Pachinko gaming machine PY is capable of first performing normal variation in the special figure variation performance. The normal variation functions as an effect that suggests that the variable display of the special figure has started. Next, normal fluctuations will be specifically explained. As small symbols, a left small symbol KZ1, a medium small symbol KZ2, and a right small symbol KZ3 corresponding to the left performance symbol EZ1, middle performance symbol EZ2, and right performance symbol EZ3 are variably displayed in the small symbol area 50c.

For example, as shown in FIG. 20(A), on the display section 50a, the left effect pattern EZ1, the medium effect pattern EZ2, and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed, and the left small pattern KZ1, the medium small pattern KZ2, and the right small pattern When the variable display of the special pattern starts from the state where the symbol KZ3 is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special pattern is not performed, and the variable display of the special pattern is started, the variable display of the special pattern starts as shown in FIG. 20(B) As shown in the figure, the special figure variation effect is started along with the start. Specifically, the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is started, and the variable display of the left small symbol KZ1, the medium and small symbols KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 is started.

The display mode of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the display mode of the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 can be made different. For example, the variable display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed by scrolling each production symbol EZ1 to EZ3 from the top to the bottom of the display section 50a, and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed by scrolling each of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 from the top to the bottom of the display section 50a. It is also possible to change the positions one after another at a fixed position. Note that the display mode of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the display mode of the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 may be the same.

In addition, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are displayed in a variable manner at high speed immediately after the start of the variable display. While the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are being displayed in a high-speed variable manner, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are basically images on the background side thereof, such as background images G111 to G115. is displayed with transparency for easy viewing. Note that the display mode of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that constitute the normal variation may be referred to as the "normal variation mode." Further, the normal variation mode may include that the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are not displayed. That is, the fact that the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are not displayed may be regarded as a situation in which the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are fluctuatingly displayed so fast that the fluctuating performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 cannot be visually recognized.

Then, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of this special pattern is a special pattern variation pattern with no reach and no loss (for example, normal loss variation), the variable display of the special pattern ends (special pattern (stop display), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed at the loss eyes (so-called "rose eyes") that are unique to no-reach losses.

Towards the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3, for example, first, as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 20(D), the right effect symbol EZ3 temporarily stops (temporarily stops) at approximately the center position in the vertical direction, and furthermore, as shown in FIG. Temporarily stops (temporary stop) at the center position.

Finally, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3, which are temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped) in a horizontally lined state at approximately the vertical center position, are completely stopped all at once as shown in FIG. 20(F). , and the stop is confirmed (the stop display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed). When the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, which have been temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped), come to a complete stop, that is, when the final stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the three small symbols KZ1 to EZ3 KZ3 stops all at once at the same random number as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are also stopped and displayed.

In addition, when we say that the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 temporarily stop, we mean that the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 do not move greatly as in a scroll display, but rather shake slightly or make small reciprocating motions on the spot. say. Therefore, strictly speaking, the state in which the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed is different from the state in which the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are definitively stopped and displayed, but this provisional stop display and A definitive stop display is sometimes referred to as a "stop display" in a broad sense. In addition, in the example of FIG. 20, when the stop display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the performance symbols are stopped in the order of left performance symbol EZ1 → right performance symbol EZ3 → middle performance symbol EZ2, but the order of stopping ( The method) is not limited to this and can be set as appropriate.

4-2-2. Reach Next, we will explain how reach is established. Even if the special figure variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a special figure variation pattern with reach and loss (for example, N loss variation), basically the same as the case without reach described above, on the display section 50a, As shown in FIG. 21(A), the variable display of the special symbols starts from a state where the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed, As shown in FIG. 21(B), the variable display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 starts, and at the same time, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 starts.

After that, after a predetermined period of time has elapsed, as shown in FIG. As shown in 21(D), the right effect symbols EZ3 related to the same number "5" are temporarily stopped (temporary stop) in line in the horizontal direction at approximately the center position in the vertical direction, and a reach is established. When a reach is achieved, an image G11 indicating that a reach is achieved (a reach suggesting image) is displayed. Incidentally, even if the reach is achieved with the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 continues to be performed.

Furthermore, in the example of FIG. 21, when the reach is established, the production symbols are temporarily stopped (temporary stop) in the order of left production symbol EZ1 → right production symbol EZ3, but the order (method) of temporary stopping is as follows. It is not limited to , and can be set as appropriate. Furthermore, the numbers of the production symbols that constitute the reach are not limited to "5" either. Further, the position where the vehicle is temporarily stopped (temporary stop) is not limited to the substantially central position in the vertical direction. Further, the direction in which the effect symbols forming the reach are lined up is not limited to the horizontal direction, but may be in other directions such as a diagonal direction.

In this way, the entire period of the special symbol variation performance when there is no reach and a loss, and the section from the start of the special symbol variation performance when the reach occurs to the time when the reach is established can be made into normal variation. However, the time until the reach is established can be appropriately set based on the special symbol fluctuation pattern and the like. Furthermore, it is also possible to perform various preview performances such as a so-called "pseudo series", a cut-in preview, and a dialogue preview until the reach is established. Alternatively, it is also possible to enter the so-called "zone" before the reach is established.

4-2-3. N-Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY is capable of performing N-Reach when a reach is established after a normal fluctuation. N reach is a performance that suggests that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery may have been a "big hit", and functions as a performance to make the player expect a big win. Next, N reach will be specifically explained.

When reach is established, for example, as shown in FIG. 21(D), N reach is performed from that point on. In N reach, as shown in FIG. 22(A), the state when reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). When the N reach is started, as shown in FIG. 22(B), the medium effect pattern EZ2, which is fluctuatingly displayed (scrolling) at high speed in the normal mode, gradually slows down.

If the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is a special pattern variation pattern with reach and loss (for example, N loss variation), from the state where reach is established, the middle production pattern EZ2 will temporarily be at approximately the center position in the vertical direction. The game stops (temporarily stops), and a stop display of the production pattern indicating a loss is performed. At this time, reach has been established, so as shown in Figure 22 (C-1), a medium effect symbol consisting of a number ("4" in Figure 22 (C-1)) different from the numbers that constitute the reach EZ2 temporarily stops. Then, with the end of the variable display of the special figure (stop display of the special figure), the temporary stop state changes to a complete stop state, as shown in Figure 22 (D-1), and the loss peculiar to a reach loss occurs. The left effect pattern EZ1, the middle effect pattern EZ2, and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed with the eyes.

In addition, when the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that have been temporarily stopped (temporary stop) completely stop at a loss that is unique to a loss with a reach, that is, when the stop display of the production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, 3 The three small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 stop all at once at the same loss points as the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3, which are unique to a reach loss, and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is also performed. Note that the contents of N reach can be changed or added as appropriate.

If the special symbol fluctuation effect does not end at N reach, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-2), when the remaining medium effect symbol EZ2 that has not stopped changes again at high speed, the entire display section 50a gradually changes. It becomes whiter, and as shown in FIG. 22 (D-2), after whiteout, it may develop (switch) to L reach or SP reach.

4-2-4. L Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY can perform L Reach after N Reach. The L reach is a performance that suggests that the possibility that the result of the special drawing lottery will be a "big hit" is higher than the N reach, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot. Note that even in the case of L reach, the established reach is maintained, but for example, as shown in FIG. It moves to a predetermined position that does not overlap with the small symbol area 50c in the section 50a (for example, the left presentation symbol EZ1 is at the upper left of the display section 50a, and the right presentation symbol EZ3 is at the upper right of the display section 50a).

Moreover, at the start of L reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 23(A), a background image exclusively for L reach (background image for L reach G114) is displayed on the display unit 50a. The L reach background image G114 is composed of a moving image in which a predetermined Thule develops. The content of the story of the video related to the L reach background image G114 can be set as appropriate, but in the basic embodiment, the content is such that the main character confesses his feelings to a girl.

When the L reach background image G114 is displayed, the scene starts with the main character waiting for a girl at a meeting place, as shown in FIG. 23(A). Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 23(B), a girl appears at the meeting place. At this time, at approximately the center of the display section 50a, a production symbol with the number "5" that constitutes the reach and a production symbol with the number "4" that does not constitute the reach appear as the medium production symbol EZ2. It rotates slowly, coming out from the back side to the front side, and then returning to the back side.

While the rotation of the number "4" production symbol and the number "5" production symbol continues, Thule related to the L reach background image G114 progresses. Then, as shown in FIG. 23(C), a scene in which the main character confesses his feelings to the girl comes. At this time, at approximately the center of the display section 50a, the effect pattern with the number "5" that makes up the reach and the effect pattern with the number "4" that does not make up the reach seem to mutually repel the opponent. collide with each other. The number "5" production symbol constitutes a reach, and the number "4" production symbol does not constitute a reach, so the number "4" production symbol is blown away and the number "5" production symbol is If it remains, the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is established in a manner that indicates a jackpot, while if the production symbol with the number "5" is blown away and the production symbol with the number "4" remains, the production is in a manner that indicates a loss in reach. The stop display of symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is established. Therefore, the scene in FIG. 23(C) is the final phase of the L reach, and a performance suggesting a jackpot (jackpot suggestion performance) is executed or a performance suggesting a loss (loss suggestion performance) is executed. This constitutes a branching point (a so-called "win/lose branching point").

At the winning/losing point, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a jackpot variation (L jackpot variation), a smiling girl will appear close-up on the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 24 (A-1). After the image is displayed, as shown in FIG. 24 (B-1), the main character who is happy after successfully confessing is displayed, and a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 52. At this time, along with the left performance symbol EZ1 and right performance symbol EZ3 of the number "5" that constitute the reach, the middle performance symbol EZ2 of the number "5" that constitutes the reach is temporarily stopped at the center of the display section 50a. displayed in the following manner. That is, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot.

The display of the main character happy after successfully confessing and the output of a predetermined sound effect constitute a jackpot suggestion production. After the jackpot suggesting performance, as shown in FIG. 24 (C-1), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot.

On the other hand, after the winning/losing point, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a loss variation with reach (L loss variation), the jackpot suggestion effect is not performed and the figure is displayed in the L reach background image G114. As shown in FIG. 24 (A-2), a close-up of a girl with a sad expression is displayed on the display section 50a, and then, as shown in FIG. 24 (B-2), she is disappointed because she failed to confess. The main character will be displayed. At this time, along with the left performance symbol EZ1 and right performance symbol EZ3 of the number "5" that constitute the reach, the middle performance symbol EZ2 of the number "5" that does not constitute the reach is temporarily stopped at the center of the display section 50a. is displayed. That is, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating that the reach is out of reach.

The display of the main character being disappointed after failing to confess constitutes a presentation that suggests failure. After the loss suggestion performance, as shown in FIG. 24 (C-2), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the losing position for reach.

4-2-5. SP Reach Also, the pachinko gaming machine PY is capable of performing SP Reach after N Reach. The SP reach is a performance that suggests that the possibility that the result of the special drawing lottery will be a "big hit" is higher than the L reach, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot. Note that even in SP reach, the established reach is maintained, but for example, as shown in FIG. It moves to a predetermined position that does not overlap with the small symbol area 50c in the section 50a (for example, the left presentation symbol EZ1 is at the upper left of the display section 50a, and the right presentation symbol EZ3 is at the upper right of the display section 50a).

Furthermore, at the start of SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 25(A), a background image exclusively for SP reach (SP reach background image G115) is displayed on the display unit 50a. The SP reach background image G115 is composed of a moving image in which a predetermined Thule develops. The content of the story of the video related to the background image G115 for SP reach can be set as appropriate, but in the basic embodiment, it consists of a confrontation between the main character and an enemy character who is a rival of the main character. ing. The main character is a baseball pitcher, the enemy character is a baseball batter, and the two face off in a baseball game from the standpoint of a pitcher and a batter.

When the background image G115 for SP reach is displayed, an enemy character first appears as shown in FIG. 25(A), and then an enemy character appears in the center of the display section 50a as shown in FIG. 25(B). An image (SP reach start title image) G11 indicating that SP reach has started is displayed. The SP reach start title image G11 is composed of a title image G11a representing the title of the SP reach "In FIG. Ru.

Next, as shown in FIG. 25(C), a scene in which the main character and the enemy character are facing each other is displayed. After that, in the SP reach background image G115, as shown in FIG. 26(A), the main character throws a ball, and as shown in FIG. 26(B), the ball advances toward the enemy character, and as shown in FIG. As shown in C), the enemy character starts swinging the bat. Next, as shown in FIG. 26(D), the ball and bat approach each other, and a scene appears where the confrontation between the protagonist character and the enemy character is about to come to an end. This scene constitutes a turning point in the confrontation between the pitcher and the batter, where the main character wins, suggesting a jackpot, or loses, suggesting a loss.

After this winning/losing point, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a jackpot variation (SP jackpot variation), as shown in FIG. After winning the battle, as shown in FIG. 27 (B-1), the main character strikes out the enemy character and screams on the mound, and a predetermined sound effect is output from the speaker 52. be done. At this time, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot.

The display of the main character shouting after winning the battle and the output of a predetermined sound effect constitute a performance suggesting a jackpot. After the jackpot suggesting performance, as shown in FIG. 27 (C-1), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot.

On the other hand, after the winning/losing point, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a reach loss variation (SP loss variation), the jackpot suggestion effect is not performed and the SP reach background image G115 is displayed as shown in FIG. 27 ( As shown in A-2), the enemy character hits a home run and loses the match, and as shown in FIG. 27 (B-2), the main character is disappointed on the mound. At this time, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a reach loss.

The display of the main character being disappointed after losing the battle constitutes a presentation that suggests failure. After the loss suggestion performance, as shown in FIG. 27 (C-2), the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in the losing eye for reach.

In addition, regardless of the detailed display mode of the reach, at least the middle effect symbol EZ2 is displayed in a variable manner, and the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner when the reach is formed by the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3. The display mode is sometimes referred to as the "reach variation mode." In addition, as shown in FIG. 21(D), the achievement of a reach, in other words, the display of the reach establishment suggestion image G11 means that the display mode of the variable display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 changes to the reach variation mode. Configure a performance to notify you of this (reach establishment notification performance). However, the presentation content of the reach establishment notification performance is not limited to the display of the reach establishment suggestion image G11. For example, immediately after the temporary stop display of the left effect pattern EZ1 and right effect pattern EZ3 is confirmed, the reach is established when the left effect pattern EZ1 and right effect pattern EZ3 momentarily expand and return to their original state. It can also be used as an information display. Furthermore, as a reach notification performance, a specific sound effect may be output that corresponds to the establishment of the reach, in other words, the display mode of the fluctuating display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 has changed to the reach variation mode. .

Next, the movable object performance and operation performance performed in the special figure variation performance will be explained. The movable body performance and operation performance may be performed as part of the above-mentioned SP reach, L reach, N reach, or jackpot game performance, etc., or may be performed independently of these performances. Sometimes it is done. First, I will explain the moving object performance.

4-3. Movable Body Performance The pachinko game machine PY is capable of performing a movable body performance that involves the movement of a movable body at a predetermined timing in a predetermined performance such as a special figure variation performance or a jackpot game performance. The movable object performance is a performance using a movable device such as the board movable device 55, and functions as a performance that suggests the degree of expectation of a jackpot or development to SP reach.

For example, when the movable object effect functions as an effect that suggests the development to SP reach, as shown in Fig. 28 (A), when developing from N reach to SP reach in the special figure variation effect, first As shown in (B), the plate movable device 55 is activated, and the plate movable body 55k is lowered to the operating position when viewed from the front, and is held at that position for a predetermined period of time. Furthermore, at this time, an effect image G13 associated with the operation of the movable board 55k is also displayed on the entire display section 50a. Then, as shown in FIG. 28(C), the effect image G13 is erased, the board movable body 55k rises to the standby position, and the board movable device 55 returns to the normal standby state. When the board moving device 55 returns to the normal standby state, it develops into SP reach. Note that the operation details of the movable device in the movable body performance can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-4. Operation Performance Next, the operation performance will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY performs an operation promotion performance at a predetermined timing in a predetermined performance such as a special figure fluctuation performance or a jackpot game performance, and an operation result performance according to the operation of the first performance button 40k, the second performance button 41k, etc. It is possible to perform operations including. The operation promotion performance is a performance that encourages the player to operate the operation means, and the operation result performance is a performance that is performed in response to the operation of the operation means in the operation promotion performance, and each is a performance to make the player expect a jackpot. It functions as a performance.

For example, as mentioned above, when a winning or losing point is reached in L reach or SP reach, a period (operation valid period) occurs during which the pressing operation of the first production button 40k is valid, and along with the occurrence of this operation valid period, , as shown in FIG. 29(A), a performance (operation promotion performance) that prompts the user to operate the first performance button 40k is performed.

In the operation promotion performance, a first button operation promotion performance image G12 is displayed on the display section 50a. The first button operation promotion effect image G12 includes an image (operation target image) G12a representing the first effect button 40k to be operated, and an image (press operation) representing the operation mode (i.e., press operation) of the first effect button 40k. image) G12b, and an image (operation valid period remaining time image) G12c representing the remaining time of the operation valid period (operation valid period) related to the operation of the first effect button 40k.

Note that the operation valid period remaining time image G12c is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes as time passes so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the operation valid period. Note that FIG. 29(B) shows a state in which the operation valid period has occurred and 1/3 of the operation valid time has elapsed.

Then, when the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is a jackpot variation (SP jackpot variation), after the first production button 40k is pressed during the operation validity period, or after the first production button 40k is pressed during the operation validity period, After the remaining time of the valid operation period runs out without 40k being operated, the operation result presentation is performed.

As shown in FIG. 29(C), for example, as shown in FIG. 29(C), the operation result is that the panel movable device 55 is operated, the panel movable body 55k is lowered to the operating position, is held at that position for a predetermined time, and the rotating member 55k1 is lowered. rotates for a predetermined time. In this way, the operation result presentation also includes the movable object presentation. Furthermore, at this time, an effect image G13 accompanying the movement of the board movable body 55k is displayed on the entire display section 50a as an operation result effect. Then, as shown in FIG. 29(D), the effect image G13 is erased, the rotation of the rotating member 55k1 is stopped, and the movable board 55k is raised, thereby ending the operation result production. When the operation result presentation is completed, a jackpot suggestion presentation is performed.

On the other hand, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is reach loss variation (SP loss variation), even if the first production button 40k is pressed during the operation validity period, or the first production button 40k is pressed. Even if the remaining time of the performance button operation validity period runs out without being executed, the operation result performance is not performed and the loss suggesting performance is performed.

Note that the operation result presentation is not limited to the operation of the board moving device 55 or the display of the effect image G13, but can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the operation performance is not limited to the special symbol variation performance, but can also be executed in the jackpot performance.

4-5. Pre-reading effect Next, a pre-reading effect that can be executed before the special figure variable display subject to special figure reservation is executed will be explained. The pachinko gaming machine PY is capable of performing a look-ahead effect for the special figure 1 hold or special figure 2 hold for which no jackpot judgment has been made, based on the result of the look-ahead judgment, at any timing of the special figure fluctuation effect. . The pre-read performance is a performance that suggests the degree of expectation of a jackpot for the special figure 1 reservation or the special figure 2 reservation, and functions as a performance that makes the player expect a jackpot even before the variable display of the special figure corresponding to the reservation. As an example of a look-ahead performance, there is a reservation change notice using a reservation performance that represents special map reservation. Here, the pending performance and pending change notice performed in the normal performance mode will be explained.

As shown in FIG. 30(A), the hold effect is performed in a hold display area 50d formed in a horizontally long rectangular shape in a section in the substantially center of the lower end of the display section 50a. The hold display area 50d is composed of a first area 50d1, a second area 50d2, a third area 50d3, and a fourth area 50d4, which are obtained by dividing the hold display area 50d into four substantially equally in the left and right direction. That is, in the hold display area 50d, the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 are arranged in order from the left end to the right end.

In the first area 50d1, the first variable display of special figure 1 is displayed based on the special figure 1 related random number that occurs first among the reserved special figure 1 reserves and corresponds to the special figure 1 reserve. A hold icon representing special figure 1 hold is displayed. Similarly, in the second area 50d2 to fourth area 50d4, the second to fourth reserved special figure 1 reservations are generated based on the special figure 1 related random numbers corresponding to the special figure 1 reservations. A hold icon representing special figure 1 hold, in which special figure 1 variable display is performed, is displayed second to fourth.

In addition, below, the special figure 1 reservation corresponding to the reservation icon displayed in 1st area|region 50d1 is called "special figure 1 reservation of reservation order 1." Similarly, the special figure 1 reservation corresponding to the reservation icons displayed in the second area 50d2, third area 50d3, and fourth area 50d4 is referred to as "special figure 1 reservation in reservation order 2" and "special figure 1 reservation in reservation order 3." "Special figure 1 reservation" and "Special figure 1 reservation of reservation order 4". That is, the existing special drawing 1 reservations are referred to as "reservation order 1" to "reservation order 4" in the order in which they occur.

Moreover, the display area 50e is formed to the left of the hold display area 50d. In the display area 50e, the icon representing the special figure 1 variable display currently being executed is displayed. Therefore, the object indicated by the icon displayed in the display area 50e is different from the object indicated by the hold icon displayed in the hold display area 50d, and strictly speaking, the "hold effect" corresponding to special drawing 1 hold is Although not included, since the display of the hold icon and the display of the icon are related, hereinafter, the display of the hold icon and the display of the icon will be collectively referred to as "hold effect". Further, the hold icon and the icon are collectively referred to as an "icon." Furthermore, the special figure 1 variation display being executed that the icon indicates is also referred to as "the variation".

In addition, in FIG. 30(A), the hold display area 50d and the display area 50e are clearly indicated by dashed lines, and the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 are clearly shown by broken lines; This is written to represent the range of the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 and the display area 50e, and is not actually displayed.

Next, a specific example of the hold effect will be explained. In the following explanation, variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 will be omitted. As a premise, it is assumed that the special figure 1 variable display is in progress (the special figure variable effect is in progress) and the number of special figure 1 reservations (U1) is "2". Under this situation, as shown in FIG. 30(B), in the aforementioned first area 50d1 (not shown), the special figure 1 hold that occurred first among the currently held special figure 1 hold (order of hold) A reservation icon HA2 representing a special figure 1 reservation (reservation order 2) is displayed, and in the aforementioned second area 50d2 (not shown), a reservation icon HA2 representing a special figure 1 reservation (reservation order 2 A hold icon HA3 representing special figure 1 hold) is displayed. Further, in the aforementioned display area 50e (not shown), the icon HA1 representing the currently executed special figure 1 variable display is displayed. Note that the display mode of the icons HA1 to HA3 displayed in FIG. 30(B) is the normal mode.

In this manner, in the hold performance, special drawings 1 are displayed in order of occurrence from the left end to the right of the hold display area 50d. That is, the variable display of reserved special symbols, in other words, the variable display of unexecuted special symbols based on the special symbol related determination information stored in the special symbol reservation storage unit 105, is individually displayed with a reservation icon. Ru.

Then, as shown in FIG. 30(C), when the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the icon HA1, which had been representing the special symbol variation display being executed until immediately before, is erased. Continuously, when variable display of special symbols (special figure variation effect) is started based on the special figure 1 hold representing the hold icon HA2, the hold icon HA2 and the hold icon HA3 are shifted. Specifically, the hold icon HA2 displayed in the first area 50d1 (not shown) moves to the display area 50e (not shown), and the hold icon HA3 displayed in the second area 50d2 (not shown) moves to the corresponding display area 50e (not shown). to the first area 50d1. That is, the displayed hold icon HA2 and hold icon HA3 are each shifted one by one to the left. This means that the variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the hold icon HA2 is started, and the special figure 1 hold that the hold icon HA3 represents is the special figure 1 hold that occurred first among the currently held special figure 1 hold. This is to adapt the hold icon HA2 and the hold icon HA3 to the situation in response to the special figure variable display being started next.

Further, the pending icon HA2 displayed in the display area 50e represents the special figure 1 variable display being executed, so it becomes the icon HA2 when displayed in the display area 50e. That is, the word "icon" is prefixed to "pending" for the icon displayed in the pending display area 50d, and "relevant" for the icon displayed in the display area 50e. In other words, when the hold icon is displayed, if the start condition for the special symbol fluctuation display is satisfied for the special symbol reservation indicated by the hold icon, the special symbol fluctuation display related to the establishment of the start condition is A corresponding hold icon is displayed as the icon.

In addition, when changing from a hold icon to the relevant icon, in other words, when moving the icon from the hold display area 50d to the relevant display area 50e, the size of the icon may remain the same or may be enlarged. In FIG. 30(C), the icon is enlarged approximately twice when moving from the reserved display area 50d to the display area 50e.

Then, from this situation, when a game ball enters the first starting port 11 and a special drawing 1 reservation occurs, a new reservation is made according to the occurrence of the special symbol 1 reservation, as shown in FIG. 30(E). Icon HA4 is displayed in the aforementioned second area 50d2 (not shown).

In this way, when a prize is won in the first starting slot 11 and a special drawing 1 related random number is acquired, one common icon is displayed. This icon will disappear when the special figure 1 variable display based on the winning prize ends, but while it is displayed, it will remain in the state in which the special figure 1 variable display is placed (on hold and in progress). Depending on the icon, the icon exists under different names (pending icon and the icon).

By the way, as mentioned above, the start winning command includes win/fail information and special figure fluctuation pattern information. Then, the pachinko game machine PY can display the hold icon in a normal mode or a special mode based on this validity information and special symbol variation pattern information. Displaying this hold icon in a special manner is called a "hold change notice."

When the display mode of the pending icon is a special mode, that is, when a pending change notice is given, the player can have the expectation that he may win the jackpot with the variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the pending icon. . Next, a specific example of the pending change notice will be explained. As a specific example of the suspension change notice, assume that the display mode of the suspension icon HA4 shown in FIG. 30(E) becomes a special mode.

As one type of reservation change notice, the special mode becomes immediately after the reservation icon is displayed, in other words, the reservation change notice is given when the special drawing 1 reservation occurs (at the time of winning the first starting opening 11). There is a pending notice type. For example, as shown in FIG. 31(A), from the situation before the hold icon HA4 is displayed (the situation in FIG. 30(D)), a game ball enters the first starting port 11, and the special figure 1 is put on hold. When this occurs, similarly to the case of FIG. 30(E), in response to the occurrence of the special drawing 1 holding, the holding icon HA4 in the normal mode is displayed in the aforementioned second area 50d2 (not shown). In addition, in the drawing, the hold icon in the normal mode appears to be completely stationary, but in reality, even if you try to make it completely stationary, the display position does not move, but the It may also be configured so that it sways slightly in the field.

Immediately thereafter, as shown in FIG. 31(B), the display mode of the hold icon HA4 changes from the normal mode to the special mode (gray in FIG. 31(B)) (a pending change notice is given). In the example of FIG. 31, the hold icon HA4 is displayed in the normal mode for a moment after being displayed, but it may be displayed in a special mode and the period during which it is displayed in the normal mode may be eliminated.

As another type of reservation change notice, there is a reservation notice type in which the reservation icon takes a special mode when it moves, in other words, the reservation change notice is given at the time of the shift of special drawing 1 reservation. For example, as shown in FIG. 32(A), from the situation before the hold icon HA4 is displayed (the situation in FIG. 30(D)), a game ball enters the first starting port 11, and the special figure 1 is put on hold. When this occurs, as shown in FIG. 32(B), in response to the occurrence of the special drawing 1 holding, the holding icon HA4 in the normal mode (white in FIG. 32(B)) moves to the aforementioned second area 50d2 (not shown). will be displayed.

Then, as shown in FIG. 32(C), when the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the icon HA2, which had been representing the special symbol variation display being executed until immediately before, is erased. Subsequently, when the variable display of the special symbol (special symbol variation effect) is started based on the special symbol 1 reservation represented by the reservation icon HA3, as shown in FIG. 32(D), the special symbol is displayed in the first area 50d1. The hold icon HA3 that was displayed moves to the corresponding display area 50e (not shown), and the hold icon HA4 that was displayed in the second area 50d2 moves to the first area 50d1 (not shown). Here, when the hold icon HA4 moves from the second area 50d2 to the first area 50d1, its display mode changes from a normal mode to a special mode (gray in FIG. 32(D)) (a notice of hold is given) .

Further, it is possible to provide a plurality of types of special modes related to the reservation change notice, and to make the jackpot expectation level different depending on the type of the special mode. For example, it is assumed that the display mode of the hold icon is associated with the color of the hold icon, and white, green, red, and gold are set as the display mode of the hold icon. Here, white is the normal mode, and green, red, and gold are the special modes. The jackpot expectation level indicated by the display mode of the pending icon can be set to increase in the order of white < green < red < gold.

In addition, the pre-reading performance can be performed for both or one of the special figure 1 reservation and the special figure 2 reservation. Further, the pre-read effect is not limited to the display mode of the hold icon HA, but includes images other than the hold icon HA on the display section 50a such as a background image, sound output from the speaker 52, light emission from the frame lamp 53, and board movement. It is possible to perform the operation using a presentation device other than the image display device 50, such as the operation by the device 55. Furthermore, as a production mode of the look-ahead production, in addition to a production mode that continues without interruption from execution until the special symbol fluctuation display starts, such as a pending change notice by a pending icon HA, a stop display of production symbols is also available. It is also possible to use an effect mode that is executed intermittently and continuously, such as every time the effect is performed or the variable display of the effect symbols is started.

5. Game control by game control microcomputer 101 [Game control main processing]
Next, game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained based on FIGS. 33 to 42. Note that the flowchart for controlling the game described below is an example. As for the plurality of processes in the flowchart, the order of execution can be changed as appropriate or the processes can be executed in parallel as long as there is no inconsistency in the process contents.

Further, counters, timers, flags, statuses, buffers, etc. that appear in the game control by the game control microcomputer 101, which will be explained below, are provided in the game RAM 104. Further, the initial value of the counter is "0", the initial value of the flag is "0", that is, "OFF", and the initial value of the status is "1".

When the pachinko game machine PY is powered on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided in the game control board 100 reads out and executes the game control main processing program shown in FIG. 33 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the game control main process, first, a power-on process (S001) is performed. The power-on processing includes permission settings for access to the gaming RAM 104, settings for the gaming CPU 102, SIO (System Input/Output), PIO (Parallel Input/Output), and CTC (Counter/Timer Circuit: interrupt time management). settings etc. of the circuit for

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are prohibited (S002), and normal symbol/special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003), the counter values of various random numbers related to the regular symbol related determination information and the special symbol related determination information are updated by adding one. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. Note that the initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than "0" or may be changed randomly. Further, at least a portion of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

When the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, an interrupt is permitted (S004). While interrupts are permitted, game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) can be executed. The game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse that is repeatedly input to the gaming CPU 102 at a cycle of, for example, 4 msec. That is, the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed at a cycle of 4 msec. Then, after the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) ends and until the next game control side timer interrupt process (S005) starts, the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) The process of updating counter values of various random numbers is repeatedly executed. In addition, if an interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 while the interrupt is disabled, the gaming control side timer interrupt processing (S005) will not start immediately, but will start after the interrupt is enabled (S004). .

[Game control side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) will be explained. As shown in FIG. 34, in the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005), output processing (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), commands etc. set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the game control board 100 in each process described below are output to the production control board 120, payout control board 170, etc.

In the input process (S102) performed after the output process (S101), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in the detection signal from the lower tray full switch that detects the fullness of the surplus ball storage hole 35A, and inputs the detection signal from the lower tray full switch to the game as the lower tray full data. The data is stored in the output buffer of the RAM 104.

The normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the game control main process of FIG. 33. In other words, the updating process of the counter values of various random numbers related to the general figure related determination information and the special figure related determination information is performed during the execution period of the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) and the other period (main side timer interrupt process (S005)). After the end of S005), this is performed both during the period until the next game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is started.

Next to the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs a sensor detection process (S104), then performs a normal operation process (S105), and further performs a special operation process (S106). conduct. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processes (S107) and ends the game control side timer interrupt process (S005). Other processing (S107) includes power-off monitoring processing when the power is cut off, updating of a timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. Further, as other processing (S107), a payout control process is performed to pay out prize balls to the player. In the payout control process, the prize ball counter for the first starting hole 11, the prize ball counter for the second starting hole 12, the prize ball counter for the big winning hole 14, and the prize ball counter for the general winning hole 10 are set to " A check is made to see if it exceeds "0", and if it exceeds "0", a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170. Then, when transmitting the prize ball signal, an update process is performed to subtract "1" from the prize ball counter related to the signal.

Then, the gaming control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes steps S002 to S004 of the gaming control main processing until the next interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102, and when the interrupt pulse is input (approximately 4 msec later) ), the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed again. In the output process (S101) of the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again, the game control microcomputer 101 outputs the data that was set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the previous game control side timer interrupt process (S005). Outputs commands etc.

[Sensor detection processing]
Next, sensor detection processing will be explained using FIGS. 35 and 36. In the sensor detection process (S104), first, it is determined whether a game ball has won in the general winning hole 10, that is, whether a game ball has been detected by the general winning hole sensor 10a (S201). If a game ball has not entered the general winning hole 10 (NO in S201), the process advances to step S203, and if a game ball has entered the general winning hole 10 (YES in S201), a predetermined number of game balls have been entered into the game ball. General winning hole prize ball processing for paying out prize balls is performed (S202). In the general winning hole prize ball process, the number of prize balls ("3" in the basic embodiment) corresponding to the winning into the general winning hole 10 is added to the prize ball counter for the general winning hole 10.

In step S203, it is determined whether the game ball has passed through the gate 13, that is, whether the game ball has been detected by the gate sensor 13a. If the game ball has not passed through the gate 13 (NO in S203), the process advances to step S207. On the other hand, if the game ball has passed through the gate 13 (YES in S203), whether the normal operation status (described later) is 1 or not, in other words, whether the normal figure variable display or the auxiliary game is being performed. It is determined whether or not (S204). If the normal operation status is not 1 (NO in S204), the process advances to step S207, and if the normal operation status is 1 (YES in S204), the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter (label-TRND-F) is The normal symbol random number indicated by is acquired as the common symbol related determination information (S205), the acquired common symbol related determination information is stored in the common symbol retention storage section 86 provided in the gaming RAM 104 (S206), and step S207 Proceed to.

In step S207, it is determined whether a game ball has entered the second starting port 12, that is, whether a game ball has been detected by the second starting port sensor 12a. If the game ball has not entered the second starting port 12 (NO in S207), the process advances to step S214, and if the game ball has entered the second starting port 12 (YES in S207), the game ball has been placed in the predetermined position. Second starting hole prize ball processing is performed to pay out the number of prize balls (S208). In the second starting hole prize ball process, the number of prize balls (“2” in the basic embodiment) corresponding to the winning to the second starting hole 12 is added to the prize ball counter for the second starting hole 12.

Next, if the number of special drawings 2 pending (specifically the value of the counter (special drawing 2 holding number counter) provided in the gaming RAM 104 that counts the number of special drawings 2 holding) is "4" (upper limit memory number) or more, It is determined whether there is one (S209). If the number of reserved special drawings 2 is "4" or more (YES in S209), the process advances to step S214, but if the number of reserved special drawings 2 is not "4" or more (less than "4"), ( NO in S209), the special figure 2 reservation number addition process is performed (S210). In the special figure 2 reservation number addition process, the special figure 2 reservation number counter is incremented by 1, and the special figure 2 reservation number indicated by the special figure 2 reservation display 83b is increased by 1.

Next, special symbol random number counter (label-TRND-T), jackpot symbol type random number counter (label-TRND-OS), reach random number counter (label-TRND-RC), and special symbol variation pattern random number counter (label-TRND- The special figure 2 related determination information consisting of HP) is acquired and stored in the special figure related determination information buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 (S211).

Next, a second prefetch determination process is performed (S212). In the second look-ahead determination process, the second start winning command is specified by comparing the current gaming state with the special figure 2 related determination information acquired in step S211 in the second look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. A second starting winning command is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 stores the special figure 2 related determination information acquired in step S211 in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b (S213).

Subsequently, in step S214, it is determined whether a game ball has entered the first starting port 11, that is, whether a game ball has been detected by the first starting port sensor 11a. If the game ball has not entered the first starting port 11 (NO in S214), the process proceeds to step S221, and if the game ball has entered the first starting port 11 (YES in S214), the game ball has been placed in the predetermined position. First starting hole prize ball processing is performed to pay out the number of prize balls (S215). In the first starting hole prize ball process, the number of prize balls ("4" in the basic embodiment) corresponding to the winning into the first starting hole 11 is added to the prize ball counter for the first starting hole 11.

Next, the number of special figure 1 reservations (specifically, the value of the counter (special figure 1 reservation number counter) provided in the gaming RAM 104 that counts the number of special figure 1 reservations) is "4" (upper limit memory number) or more. It is determined whether or not (S216). If the number of reserved special drawings 1 is "4" or more (YES in S216), the process proceeds to step S221, but if the number of reserved special drawings 1 is not greater than (less than) "4" (NO in S216), the process proceeds to step S221. ), the special figure 1 reservation number addition process is performed (S217). In the special figure 1 reservation number addition process, the special figure 1 reservation number counter is incremented by 1, and the special figure 1 reservation number indicated by the special figure 1 reservation display 83a is increased by 1.

Next, special symbol random number counter (label-TRND-T), jackpot symbol type random number counter (label-TRND-OS), reach random number counter (label-TRND-RC), and special symbol variation pattern random number counter (label-TRND- The special figure 1 related determination information consisting of HP) is acquired and stored in the special figure related determination information buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 (S218).

Next, a first look-ahead determination process is performed (S219). In the first lookahead determination process, the first start winning command is identified by comparing the current gaming state and the special figure 1 related determination information acquired in step S218 in the first lookahead determination table shown in FIG. A first start winning command is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 stores the special figure 1 related determination information acquired in step S218 in a storage area corresponding to the current number of special figure 1 reserves in the special figure 1 reserve storage section 105a (S220).

In step S221, it is determined whether a game ball has entered the big winning hole 14, that is, whether a game ball has been detected by the big winning hole sensor 14a. If a game ball has not entered the grand prize opening 14 (NO in S221), the sensor detection process is terminated, and if a gaming ball has entered the grand prize opening 14 (YES in S221), the memory is stored in the gaming RAM 104. It is determined whether the counter value of the provided big winning opening prize counter is "9" or more (S222). The big winning hole prize counter is a counter for counting the number of prizes won in the big winning hole 14 in one round game of the big winning game. It should be noted that the big winning opening winning counter is cleared every time each round game ends. In the basic embodiment, the number of winnings (the prescribed number of winnings) in the big winning hole 14 related to prize balls in one round game is set to "10". Therefore, the process of step S222 is performed.

If the counter value of the big winning opening prize counter is "11" or more (YES in S222), the sensor detection process is ended, and the counter value of the big winning opening prize counter is not more than "11", that is, less than "11". If so (NO in S222), the counter value of the big winning hole prize counter is incremented by 1 (S223), and the big winning hole prize ball processing is performed to pay out a predetermined number of prize balls to the player (S224). ), the sensor detection process ends. In addition, in the grand winning hole prize ball process, the number of prize balls ("9" in the basic embodiment) corresponding to the winning to the grand winning hole 14 is added to the prize ball counter for the grand winning hole 14.

Note that sensors other than sensors 10a to 14a are provided as sensors capable of detecting game balls, and processes other than those shown in FIGS. 35 to 36 are performed based on the sensor detecting a game ball. Also good.

[Normal operation processing]
Next, normal operation processing regarding control of the normal figure display 82 and the electric chew 12D will be explained. As shown in FIG. 37, the processing regarding the general figure display 82 and electric chew 12D is divided into four statuses (stages). Then, "normal operation status=1, 2, 3, 4" is assigned to each of these statuses. In the normal operation process (S105), the game control microcomputer 101 first checks the "normal operation status" (S1101). When the "normal operation status" is "1", a normal symbol standby process (S1102) is performed, and when the "normal operation status" is "2", a normal symbol variation process (S1103) is performed, When the "normal operation status" is "3", a normal symbol confirmation process (S1104) is performed, and when the "normal operation status" is "4", an auxiliary game control process (S1105) is performed. Note that the "normal operation status" is initially set to "1".

The normal symbol standby process (S1102) is a process that is performed during standby when the variable display of the normal symbol and the auxiliary game are not performed. In the normal symbol standby process (S1102), a hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random number stored in the regular symbol reservation storage section 86. Furthermore, the normal pattern fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current game state, and the normal pattern fluctuation pattern is displayed on the normal pattern display 82 for the normal pattern fluctuation time according to the determined general pattern fluctuation pattern. , and change the normal operation status to "2". In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a normal pattern fluctuation start command in accordance with the normal pattern fluctuation pattern determination result in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 at the start of the normal pattern fluctuation display.

The normal symbol variation process (S1103) is a process that is performed when the normal symbol is displayed in a variable manner. In the normal symbol variation process (S1103), it is determined whether or not the common symbol variation time has elapsed since the fluctuating display of the common symbol that is being executed has started (whether or not to end the fluctuating display of the common symbol), and If it is determined that the figure variation time has elapsed, the normal figure is stopped and displayed based on the hit determination result, and the normal operation status is changed to "3". Furthermore, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a normal pattern fluctuation stop command to the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 at the start of the normal pattern fluctuation display.

The ordinary symbol confirmation process (S1104) is a process that is performed when the ordinary symbol is stopped and displayed. In the normal symbol confirmation process (S1104), it is determined whether a predetermined stop time (for example, 0.8 seconds) has elapsed since the stop display of the common symbol that is being executed has started (whether to end the stop display of the common symbol). If it is determined that a predetermined stop time has elapsed, it is determined whether or not the common symbol that is being stopped and displayed is a winning symbol. If it is not a winning symbol (if the stopped and displayed regular symbol is a losing symbol), the normal operation status is changed to "1". On the other hand, if the winning symbols are stopped and displayed, the normal operation status is changed to "4" and the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. Furthermore, the game control microcomputer 101 sets an auxiliary game start command to the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 at the time of starting the auxiliary game.

The auxiliary game control process (S1105) is a process that is performed when the auxiliary game is being played. In the auxiliary game control process (S1105), the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current gaming state and the auxiliary game control table. Then, when the auxiliary game ends, the normal operation status is changed to "1".

[Special operation processing]
Next, special operation processing regarding the control of the special figure display 81, the special figure pending display 83, and the big prize winning device 14D will be explained. As shown in FIG. 38, the processing regarding the special figure display 81, special figure reservation display 83, and big winning device 14D is divided into five statuses (stages). Then, "special operation status=1, 2, 3, 4, 5" is assigned to each of these statuses. The game control microcomputer 101 first checks the "special operation status" (S1501).

The game control microcomputer 101 performs special symbol standby processing (S1502) when the "special operation status" is "1", and when the "special operation status" is "2", the special symbol fluctuation Perform the process (S1503), and if the "special action status" is "3", perform the special symbol confirmation process (S1504), and if the "special action status" is "4", jackpot game control Processing (S1505) is performed, and if the "special operation status" is "5", gaming state setting processing (S1506) is performed. Note that the "special operation status" is initially set to "1".

The special symbol standby process (S1502) is a process that is performed during standby when variable display of special symbols and jackpot games are not being performed. The special symbol standby process will be detailed later.

The special symbol variation process (S1503) is a process performed when the special symbol is displayed in a variable manner. The special symbol variation process will be detailed later.

The special symbol confirmation process (S1504) is a process performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. The special symbol confirmation process will be detailed later.

The jackpot game control process (S1505) is a process performed in the jackpot game. The game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot game according to the jackpot game control table by performing jackpot game control processing. When the jackpot game ends, the special operation status is changed to "5". Note that when each round game is started, a round number designation command indicating the number of rounds is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104. Further, when all the round games are finished and the ending is started, an ending command indicating the ending corresponding to the jackpot symbol related to the jackpot game is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104. In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special operation status "4" and the state where the jackpot game is controlled is the "jackpot game state", and the setting of the special operation status "4" is called "jackpot". It is called "gaming state".

The game state setting process (S1506) is a process for setting the game state to be controlled after the jackpot game when the jackpot game ends. For example, when controlling in a high probability state after a jackpot game, the high probability flag is turned on in the high probability flag area of the gaming RAM 104 to set the high probability state. Furthermore, at this time, if the duration of the high probability state is to be limited, the duration is also set. For example, if the termination condition for the high probability state is the number of times the special figure variable display is executed, the number of times (hereinafter referred to as "high probability specified number of times") is set in the high probability remaining number of times counter provided in the gaming RAM 104. . In addition, when controlling in a time saving state after a jackpot game, the time saving flag is turned ON in the time saving flag area of the gaming RAM 104 to set the time saving state. Furthermore, at this time, if the duration of the time saving state is to be limited, the duration is also set. For example, when the end condition of the time saving state is the number of executions of the special figure variable display, the number of times (hereinafter referred to as "time saving specified number of times") is set in the remaining time saving number counter provided in the gaming RAM 104.

In addition, the gaming control microcomputer 101 sets a gaming status command indicating the gaming status after the jackpot game in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 in the gaming status setting process.

[Special symbol standby processing]
Next, the special symbol standby process will be explained using FIG. 39. In the special symbol standby process (S1502), first, it is determined whether the special symbol 2 pending number is "0" (S1601). If the special figure 2 reservation number is "0" (YES in S1601), that is, if there is no memory of the special figure 2 related judgment information acquired due to winning in the second starting opening 12, the special figure 2 related judgment information is not stored. It is determined whether the number of 1 reservations is "0" (S1608). Then, if the number of reserved special drawings 1 is also "0" (YES in S1608), that is, if there is no memory of the special drawing 1 related judgment information acquired due to winning in the first starting opening 11, It is determined whether the customer waiting flag is ON (S1618). Here, if the customer waiting flag is ON (YES in S1618), the special symbol waiting process is finished, and if the customer waiting flag is not ON (NO in S1618), the customer waiting command is set in the output buffer (S1619). , turns on the customer waiting flag (S1620), and ends the special symbol waiting process.

In addition, if the number of special drawings 2 reserved is "0" but the number of special drawings 1 holding is not "0" (YES in S1601 and NO in S1608), that is, there is no special drawing 2 related determination information, but the first start If there is one or more stored pieces of special figure 1 related determination information acquired due to winning in the mouth 11, special figure 1 determination processing (S1609) and special figure 1 variation pattern determination processing (S1610) are performed.

In the special symbol 1 determination process (S1609), the first stored special symbol random number among the special symbol random numbers stored in the special symbol 1 pending storage unit 105a is read out, and the special symbol random number is read out based on the jackpot determination table associated with the gaming state. Then, a judgment is made as to whether it is a jackpot or a loss (jackpot judgment).

Here, if the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type random number is read out and the jackpot symbol type is determined based on the first jackpot symbol type determination table (jackpot symbol type determination). Then, jackpot symbol data representing the jackpot symbol type is set in a special symbol buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and a symbol designation command representing the jackpot symbol type is set in the output buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104.

Furthermore, if the result of the jackpot determination is a "loss", loss symbol data representing a loss is set in the special pattern buffer, and a symbol designation command representing a loss is set in the output buffer.

Next, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process (S1610) will be explained using FIG. 40. In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process, first, it is determined whether or not it is currently in a non-time saving state (S1651). If it is a non-time-saving state (YES in S1651), select the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for the non-time-saving state (S1652) and proceed to step S1654; if it is not in a non-time-saving state (NO in S1651), the time-saving After selecting the state special figure 1 variation pattern determination table (S1653), the process advances to step S1654.

In step S1654, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether the jackpot determination result is a "jackpot". If it is not a jackpot (NO in S1654), the process advances to step S1655, and if it is a jackpot (YES in S1654), a jackpot symbol is selected from the special symbol 1 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653. After selecting the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table (S1659), the process advances to step S1660.

In step S1655, the game control microcomputer 101 performs reach determination. In the reach determination, a reach random number is read out, and the reach random number is compared with a reach determination table according to the current gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state) to determine whether there is a reach or no reach.

The game control microcomputer 101 next determines whether or not the result of the reach determination in step S1655 is "with reach" (S1656). If there is a reach (YES in S1656), select a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table for loss with reach from the special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653 (S1658). After that, the process advances to step S1660, and if there is no reach (NO in S1656), the current number of reserved special symbols 1 is checked, and the result is selected in the special symbol 1 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653. After selecting the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for no-reach loss according to the number of reserved special figures 1 (S1657), the process proceeds to step S1660.

In step S1660, the game control microcomputer 101 reads out the special pattern variation pattern random number, and compares the special pattern variation pattern random number with the special pattern 1 variation pattern determination table selected in any of steps S1657 to S1659. Determine the special figure 1 variation pattern The special figure 1 variation pattern is determined. Next, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a special figure 1 variation start command indicating the determined special figure 1 variation pattern in the output buffer (S1661), and starts the special figure 1 variation according to the determined special figure 1 variation pattern. The time is set in the special operation timer (S1662), the special symbol 1 variation pattern determination process is ended, and the process returns to the special symbol standby process.

Note that the special operation timer is updated by 4ms in other processing in the game control side timer interrupt processing. In addition, the set special figure 1 variation start command includes information regarding the type of special symbol (that it is special figure 1) and information about the special figure variation pattern judgment performed in the special figure 1 variation pattern judgment process (S1610). Contains information about the results (information on special pattern fluctuation patterns, including information on whether there is a reach or not and special symbol fluctuation time).

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 causes the special pattern 1 display 81a to start displaying the special pattern 1 in a variable manner based on the special pattern variation time corresponding to the special pattern 1 variation pattern determined in step S1610 (S1611). .

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 shifts the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a from the current position to the side where it is read out, and also shifts the storage location (storage area) of the various counter values in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a Special figure 1 reservation storage section shift processing is performed to clear the storage area corresponding to the first reservation (the storage area farthest from the read side) (S1612). In this way, the special drawing 1 reservations are consumed in the order in which they were reserved.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 subtracts "1" from the special figure 1 reservation number counter (S1613), and changes the special figure 1 reservation number indicated by the special figure 1 reservation display 83a by decreasing it by "1" ( S1614), and changes the special operation status to "2" (S1615).

The game control microcomputer 101 then determines whether or not the customer waiting flag is ON (S1616), and if it is ON (YES in S1616), turns the customer waiting flag OFF (S1617), and performs special symbol waiting processing. If it is not ON (NO in S1616), the special symbol standby process ends without executing step S1617.

In addition, if the number of reserved special drawings 2 is not "0" in step S1601 (NO in S1601), that is, there is one or more stored special drawings 2 related judgment information acquired due to winning in the second starting port 12. If there is, special figure 2 determination processing (S1602) and special figure 2 variation pattern determination processing (S1603) are performed. The special figure 2 judgment process (S1602) and the special figure 2 variation pattern judgment process (S1603) are basically the same processing contents as the special figure 1 judgment process (S1609) and the special figure 1 variation pattern judgment process (S1610). .

The special figure 2 determination process (S1602) is basically the same except that the table used for jackpot determination is the second jackpot determination table, and the table used for jackpot symbol type determination is the second jackpot symbol type determination table. Since this is the same process as the special figure 1 determination process (S1609), the explanation will be omitted. Also, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process (S1603) is basically the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process (S1603), except that the table used in the special figure 2 variation pattern determination is the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. Since this process is similar to S1610), the explanation will be omitted.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 causes the special figure 2 display 81b to start variable display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure variation time according to the special figure variation pattern determined in step S1603 (S1604).

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 shifts the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b from the current position to the side where it is read out, and also shifts the storage location (storage area) of the various counter values in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b to Special figure 2 pending storage section shift processing is performed to clear the storage area corresponding to the fourth pending item (the storage area farthest from the read side) (S1605). In this way, the special drawing 2 reservations are consumed in the order in which they were reserved.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 subtracts "1" from the special map 2 reservation number counter (S1606), and changes the special map 2 reservation number indicated by the special map 2 reservation display 83b by decreasing it by "1" (S1607). ), the special operation status is changed to "2" (S1615), and the process advances to step S1616.

In the basic embodiment as described above, the variable display of the special symbol based on the special symbol 1 reservation is performed only when the special symbol 2 reservation is "0" (YES in S1601). That is, the extinguishment of the special figure 2 reservation is executed in priority to the extinguishment of the special figure 1 reservation. In the basic embodiment, it is easier for the player to win a jackpot symbol with a large profit in the lottery based on the special symbol 2 reservation than in the lottery based on the special symbol 1 reservation. In addition, the extinguishment of the special figure 1 reservation may be executed in priority to the extinguishment of the special figure 2 reservation. Moreover, the extinguishment of the special figure 1 hold and the extinguishment of the special figure 2 hold may be performed in the order in which the hold occurs, regardless of the type of special figure.

[Special symbol variation processing]
Next, the special symbol variation process will be explained using FIG. 41. In the special symbol variation process, the game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the variation display of the special symbol, that is, when the special symbol variation time set in the special operation timer in step S1603 or step S1610 has elapsed (special It is determined whether the operation counter=0) (S1701). If you do not want to end the fluctuating display of special symbols (NO in S1701), you can end the special symbol fluctuating process, and if you want to end the fluctuating display of special symbols (YES in S1701), you can display the fluctuating special symbols on the special symbol display 81. At the same time, special symbols are stopped and displayed according to the symbol data (jackpot symbol data or loss special symbol data) set in the special symbol buffer in step S1602 or step S1609 (S1702).

Next, a preset special symbol confirmation time (for example, 0.8 seconds) is set in the special operation timer (S1703), and a special symbol fluctuation stop command indicating the end of the special symbol fluctuation display is output to the buffer. (S1704), changes the special operation status to "3" (S1705), and ends the special symbol variation process.

[Special design confirmation process]
Next, the special symbol determination process will be explained using FIG. 42. In the special symbol confirmation process (S1504), the game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the stop display of the special symbol, that is, if the special symbol confirmation time set in the special operation timer in step S1703 has elapsed (special It is determined whether the operation counter=0) (S1751). If you do not want to end the special symbol stop display (NO in S1751), if you end the special symbol confirmation process and end the special symbol stop display (YES in S1751), you are currently in a normal probability state (high probability flag is OFF). It is determined whether or not (S1752).

If the game control microcomputer 101 is not currently in the normal probability state (NO in S1752), the process proceeds to step S1757, and if it is currently in the normal probability state (YES in S1752), it is in the time saving state (time saving flag is ON). It is determined whether or not (S1753). If the game control microcomputer 101 is not in the time-saving state (NO in S1753), the process advances to step S1757, and if it is currently in the time-saving state (YES in S1753), it displays the remaining variable displays of special symbols that can be executed in the time-saving state. The value of the remaining time saving number counter that measures the number of times (remaining number of time saving) is subtracted by "1" (S1754), and it is determined whether the value of the remaining time saving number counter is "0" (S1755). If the value of the remaining time saving counter (remaining number of time saving) is not "0" (NO in S1755), the process advances to step S1757, and if the value of the remaining time saving number counter (remaining number of time saving) is "0" (in S1755) YES), the time-saving state is shifted to a non-time-saving state (the time-saving flag is turned OFF) (S1756), and the process proceeds to step S1757.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 checks the current game state, sets a game state command indicating the game state in the output buffer (S1757), and determines whether the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol. (S1758). If it is not a jackpot symbol (NO in S1758), change the special operation status to "1" (S1762), finish the special symbol confirmation process, and if it is a jackpot symbol (YES in S1758), reset the gaming state ( A normal gaming state is set. Specifically, the high probability flag and time saving flag are turned off, and the values of the high probability remaining number of times counter and time saving remaining number of times counter are set to "0") (S1759).

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot game preparation process (S1760), changes the special operation status to "4" (S1761), and ends the special symbol confirmation process. In the jackpot game preparation process, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a jackpot game control table corresponding to the type of jackpot symbol in a predetermined area of the gaming RAM 104. In addition, a jackpot opening flag indicating that the opening is in progress according to the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed is turned on in a predetermined area of the gaming RAM 104, and a predetermined opening time (the jackpot game starts) is set according to the type of the jackpot symbol. Set the time (from the moment the player is hit until the start of one round) to the special operation timer. Furthermore, in accordance with the type of jackpot symbol, an opening command indicating the type of jackpot symbol is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104. The opening command corresponding to the type of jackpot symbol indicates that a jackpot game (opening of the jackpot game) corresponding to the type of the stopped and displayed jackpot symbol is started.

6. Control of production by production control board 120 [Production control main processing]
Next, the control of effects by the effect control board 120 will be explained using the flowcharts shown in FIGS. 43 to 47. Note that the flowchart for controlling the effects described below is an example. As for the plurality of processes in the flowchart, the order of execution can be changed as appropriate or the processes can be executed in parallel as long as there is no inconsistency in the process contents.

In addition, counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the explanation of the control of effects by the effect control board 120 below are provided in the effect RAM 124. When the power of the pachinko game machine PY is turned on, the performance control microcomputer 121 provided in the performance control board 120 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 43 from the performance ROM 123 and executes it.

As shown in the figure, in the production control main process, first, a power-on process corresponding to power-on is performed (S4001). In the power-on process, for example, settings for the performance CPU 122, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

Next, interrupts are prohibited (S4002), and random number seed update processing is executed (S4003). In the random number seed update process (S4003), the values of various performance determination random number counters for making determinations regarding various performances are updated. Note that the random numbers for performance determination include various random numbers for determining performance content, such as a random number for determining a stop symbol pattern and a random number for determining a special symbol variation performance pattern, which will be described later.

As an example, the method for updating the random number counter for judgment regarding various performances can be the same as the random number updating process performed by the game control board 100 described above. When updating, the random numbers may be added by 2 instead of being added by 1. This also applies to the random number update process performed by the game control board 100 described above.

When the random number seed update process is completed, a command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the performance RAM 124 of the performance control board 120 (for example, a special figure fluctuation performance start command, a customer waiting start command, an opening performance start command, a round performance start command, which will be described later) are sent. command, ending effect start command, etc.) to the image control board 140.

The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display section 50a (performs various effects using the image) in accordance with the received command. In addition to the various performances performed by the image control board 140, the production control board 120 also outputs audio from the speaker 52 via the audio control circuit 161 (executes various performances using audio), and controls the sub-drive board. 162 to cause the frame lamp 53 to emit light (to perform various effects by emitting light), and to operate the board movable body 55k (to perform various effects by movement). The various performances include special figure variation performances, jackpot game performances (jackpot opening performances, round performances, jackpot ending performances), customer waiting performances, operation performances, and pre-reading performances.

The performance control microcomputer 121 then permits an interrupt (S4005). Thereafter, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While interrupts are enabled, reception interrupt processing (S4010), 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), and 10ms timer interrupt processing (S4012) can be executed. The 1ms timer interrupt process (S4011) and the 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012) will be described later.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time a strobe signal, that is, various commands sent from the game control board 100, is input to the external INT input section of the production control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the production control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the game control board 100 in the reception buffer of the production RAM 124. This reception interrupt processing is executed with priority over other interrupt processing (S4011, S4012).

[1ms timer interrupt processing]
Next, 1ms timer interrupt processing will be explained using FIG. 44. The 1ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 1ms period is input to the production control board 120. The production control microcomputer 121 first performs input processing (S4101) in the 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011). In the input process, the production control microcomputer 121 creates first production button switch data based on the detection signal from the first production button sensor 40a. The performance control microcomputer 121 creates second performance button switch data based on the detection signal from the second performance button sensor 41a.

Subsequently, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs light emission data output processing (S4102). In the light emission data output process, the effect control microcomputer 121 uses the light emission data created in the light emission data creation process (S4203) in the 10ms timer interrupt process, which will be described later, in order to cause the frame lamp 53 to emit light at a timing that matches the image effect, etc. is output to the sub-drive board 162. That is, the performance control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53 to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data.

Next, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a movable device control process (S4103). In the movable device control process, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates or outputs drive data (data for driving the movable board 55k) in order to drive the movable board 55k at a predetermined timing. That is, the performance control microcomputer 121 drives the board movable body 55k in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data.

Next, the production control microcomputer 121 performs timer update processing (S4104). In the timer update process, various timers provided in the performance RAM 124, which will be described later, are updated in order to manage and control time related to various predetermined performances. In this process, the timer provided in the effect RAM 124 is updated by 1 msec.

Then, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs watchdog timer processing to reset the watchdog timer (S4105), and ends the 1ms timer interrupt processing.

[10ms timer interrupt processing]
Next, the 10ms timer interrupt process will be explained using FIG. 45. The 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse with a period of 10msec is input to the production control board 120. In the 10ms timer interrupt process, the performance control microcomputer 121 first performs a received command analysis process that analyzes the command stored in the receive buffer in step S4010 (S4201). The received command analysis process will be explained in detail in the basic embodiment described below.

Next, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs audio control processing (S4202). In the audio control process, audio data (data that controls the output of audio from the speaker 52) is created and sent to the audio control circuit 161 based on the performance content indicated by the special figure fluctuation performance data set in the performance RAM 124. is output.

Next, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a light emission data creation process (S4203). In the light emission data creation process, light emission data is created based on the performance contents indicated by the special symbol variation performance data set in the performance RAM 124, and the like.

[Received command analysis processing]
Next, the received command analysis process will be explained using FIGS. 46 and 47. In the received command analysis process, the performance control microcomputer 121 first determines whether or not it has received a start winning command (first start winning command or second start winning command) from the gaming control board 100, in other words, it has received a start winning command. It is determined whether the data has been stored in the buffer (S4301). If the performance control microcomputer 121 has received the start winning command (YES in S4301), it proceeds to step S4302, whereas if it has not received the start winning command (NO in S4301), it proceeds to step S4303.

In step S4302, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a starting winning process in response to the game ball winning in the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12. In the starting winning process, the received starting winning command is stored in the starting winning command pending storage section 125 in the performance RAM 124. Next, the performance control microcomputer 121 analyzes the stored starting winning command and determines whether or not to execute a look-ahead performance that indicates the expected level of jackpot. The pre-read effects include a pending change notice in which a pending icon is displayed in a special manner, and a continuous notice effect performed over a plurality of consecutive variable displays of special symbols. When it is decided to execute these pre-read effects, a pre-read effect start command for executing the decided effects is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

When the prefetch effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is sent to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 starts the predetermined effect from the image ROM 142. The image is read out and a pre-read effect using the image is performed on the display section 50a of the image display device 50. In addition, while the image control board 140 is performing the prefetch effect using images, the effect control microcomputer 121 controls audio according to the prefetch effect content indicated by the prefetch effect start command sent to the image control board 140. The sound is output from the speaker 52 via the circuit 161 (executing a pre-reading performance using audio), and the frame lamp 53 is made to emit light via the sub-drive board 162 (executing a pre-reading performance using light emission), and the board movable body It is possible to operate 55k (execute a look-ahead effect by operation).

In step S4303, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether the symbol designation command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether the symbol designation command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the production control microcomputer 121 has not received the symbol designation command (NO in S4303), the process proceeds to step S4305, while if it has received the symbol designation command (YES in S4303), the production control microcomputer 121 transfers the symbol designation command to the production RAM 124. The symbol designation command is stored in the symbol designation command storage section 126 (S4304).

In step S4305, the production control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the special figure fluctuation start command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether the special figure fluctuation start command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the special figure variation start command has not been received (NO in S4305), the process proceeds to step S4307, while if the special figure variation start command has been received (YES in S4305), the production contents of the special figure variation production are determined. , performs a special figure variation effect start process (S4306) for starting the special figure variation effect.

In the special figure variation production start process, the production control microcomputer 121 first stores a special figure variation start command in the special figure variation start command storage unit 127 in the production RAM 124. Next, based on the contents of the stop special symbol (type of jackpot symbol, losing special symbol) indicated by the symbol designation command already stored in step S4304 and the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command, the production symbol EZ1 is stopped and displayed. -EZ3, and a stop symbol pattern determination table for performing a stop symbol determination for determining small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. A plurality of stop symbol pattern determination tables are provided in association with special symbols and special symbol variation patterns. Therefore, the performance control microcomputer 121 selects one stop symbol pattern determination table associated with the stop special symbol and the special symbol variation pattern. In each stop symbol pattern determination table, values of random numbers for stop symbol pattern determination (stop symbol pattern determination value) are distributed. Next, the production control microcomputer 121 acquires the value indicated by the stop symbol pattern determination random number counter as a stop symbol pattern determination random number, and performs a stop symbol pattern determination based on the acquired stop symbol pattern determination random number.

In the stop symbol pattern determination, the performance control microcomputer 121 collates the acquired random number for stop symbol pattern determination with the selected stop symbol pattern table and determines the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 to be stopped and displayed. Then, data representing the determined performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are set in a predetermined area of the performance RAM 124. For example, if the special symbol variation pattern is a no-reach variation, a combination of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is selected so as to result in a so-called "missing pattern". In addition, if the special symbol variation pattern is a reach/loss variation, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to The KZ3 combination is selected. Furthermore, if the special symbol variation pattern is a jackpot variation, a combination of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is selected to form a so-called "Zero" according to the production mode and the type of jackpot symbol. .

Next, the performance control microcomputer 121 generates a special figure fluctuation performance pattern in which the performance contents of the special figure fluctuation performance are associated, based on the performance mode in which it is staying and the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the special figure fluctuation start command. Select a special figure variation performance pattern determination table for determining the special figure variation performance pattern to be determined. A plurality of special figure variation performance pattern determination tables are provided in association with production modes and special figure variation patterns. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 121 selects one special symbol variation production pattern determination table that is associated with the special symbol variation pattern. In each special figure fluctuation performance pattern judgment table, the value of the random number for special figure fluctuation performance pattern judgment (special figure fluctuation performance pattern Judgment values) are distributed. Next, the performance control microcomputer 121 acquires the value indicated by the random number counter for special figure fluctuation performance pattern determination as a random number for special figure fluctuation performance pattern determination, and selects a special figure based on the acquired random number for special figure fluctuation performance pattern determination. Performs fluctuation performance pattern judgment.

The performance control microcomputer 121 collates the acquired random number for determining the special pattern variation performance pattern with the selected special pattern variation performance pattern table in the special pattern variation performance pattern determination, determines the special pattern variation performance pattern, and determines the special pattern variation performance pattern. The data representing the special figure variation performance pattern (special figure variation performance pattern data) is set in a predetermined area of the performance RAM 124, and a special figure variation performance start command indicating the special figure fluctuation performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124. set.

When the special figure variation effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 executes a predetermined command from the image ROM 142. The effect image is read out, and a special figure variation effect is performed using the image on the display section 50a of the image display device 50.

In addition, the special figure variation performance start command includes information regarding the production flow associated with the special figure variation pattern indicated by the special figure variation start command. In addition, the special figure variation effect start command includes, in addition to the special figure variation effect using images performed on the image display device 50, the special figure variation effect using audio outputted from the speaker 52, and the special figure variation effect using light emitted from the frame lamp 53. It includes the performance content of the figure variation performance and the performance content of the special figure variation performance based on the operation performed by the board movable body 55k.

In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 controls the special symbol variation production content indicated by the special symbol variation production start command sent to the image control board 140 while the special symbol variation production using images is being performed by the image control board 140. In response to this, the speaker 52 outputs audio via the audio control circuit 161 (executes the special figure variation effect using audio), and causes the frame lamp 53 to emit light via the sub-drive board 162 (executes the special figure variation effect by emitting light). (performs a variable effect), and operates the board movable body 55k (executes a special figure variable effect by operation).

In step S4307, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the special symbol fluctuation stop command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether the special symbol fluctuation stop command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the production control microcomputer 121 has not received the special symbol fluctuation stop command (NO in S4307), the process proceeds to step S4309, while if it has received the special symbol fluctuation stop command (YES in S4307), the special symbol fluctuation stops. A special symbol variation performance end process (S4308) is performed to end the performance (stop the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 and perform a stop display).

In the special pattern fluctuation performance end process, the performance control microcomputer 121 analyzes the special pattern fluctuation stop command, and ends the special pattern fluctuation performance appropriately based on the analysis result (performance patterns EZ1 to EZ3, and small pattern KZ1). A special figure fluctuation performance end command for stopping the fluctuation display of KZ3 is set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124. When the image control board 140 receives the special symbol variation production end command, it ends the special symbol variation production that is being executed (stops the variation production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3).

In step S4309, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the game state command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the game state command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the production control microcomputer 121 has not received the gaming state command (NO in S4309), it proceeds to step S4311, whereas if it has received the gaming state command (YES in S4309), it analyzes the gaming state command. , identifies the gaming state represented by the gaming state command, and performs a gaming state setting process for setting the gaming state (S4310).

The production control microcomputer 121 sets a gaming state flag corresponding to the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command in the gaming state flag area of the production RAM 124 in the gaming state setting process. For example, the production control microcomputer 121 sets the gaming state flag "00H" in the gaming state flag area of the production RAM 124 if the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command is the normal gaming state. Further, the production control microcomputer 121 sets the gaming state flag "01H" in the gaming state flag area of the production RAM 124 if the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command is a high probability high base gaming state. Further, the performance control microcomputer 121 sets a gaming state flag "02H" in the gaming state flag area of the performance RAM 124 if the gaming state indicated by the gaming state command is a low probability high base gaming state.

In step S4311, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not a customer waiting command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the customer waiting command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the performance control microcomputer 121 has not received the customer waiting command (NO in S4311), the process proceeds to step S4313, while if it has received the customer waiting command (YES in S4311), it performs customer waiting performance standby processing. (S4312), the received command analysis process ends.

In the customer waiting performance standby process, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the waiting time (customer waiting performance waiting time: for example, 20 seconds) from the stop display of the performance pattern to the start of the customer waiting performance. Set it on a timer. The performance control microcomputer 121 can determine whether or not this waiting time has elapsed, and if it determines that the waiting time has elapsed, it sends a customer waiting performance start command to the performance RAM 124 to start the customer waiting performance. set in the output buffer of

In step S4313, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether the opening command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether the opening command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the production control microcomputer 121 has not received the opening command (NO in S4313), the process proceeds to step S4315, whereas if the opening command has been received (YES in S4313), the production control microcomputer 121 executes the jackpot with the start of the opening of the jackpot game. Opening performance start processing is performed (S4314).

In the jackpot opening production start process, the production control microcomputer 121 analyzes the opening command, and based on the analysis result, determines whether to execute the jackpot opening production according to the opening of the jackpot game to be executed from now on. If it is to be executed, select the performance content (jackpot opening performance pattern) of the jackpot opening performance, and output a jackpot opening performance start command to the performance RAM 124 to start the jackpot opening performance with the selected jackpot opening performance pattern. Set in buffer.

In step S4315, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the round number designation command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether the round number designation command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the number of rounds designation command has not been received (NO in S4315), the process proceeds to step S4317, while if the number of rounds designation command has been received (YES in S4315), round production start processing is performed in conjunction with the start of the round game. (S4316).

In the round performance start process, the production control microcomputer 121 analyzes the number of rounds designation command, determines whether or not to execute a round production according to the round game to be started from now on, and if it is to be executed, executes the round production. The performance content (round performance pattern) is selected, and a round performance start command corresponding to the selected round performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124.

In step S4317, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether the ending command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether the ending command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the ending command has not been received (NO in S4317), the received command analysis process is finished, while if the ending command has been received (YES in S4317), the jackpot ending performance start process ( After performing S4318) and production mode setting processing (S4319), the received command analysis processing ends.

In the jackpot ending production start process, the production control microcomputer 121 analyzes the ending command and determines whether or not to execute the jackpot ending production according to the ending of the jackpot game that will be executed from now on. The performance content (jackpot ending performance pattern) of the jackpot ending performance is selected, and a jackpot ending performance start command corresponding to the selected jackpot ending performance pattern is set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a process of setting the performance mode after the jackpot game (setting the performance mode) based on the analysis result of the ending command, specifically, the jackpot symbol indicated by the ending command, in the performance mode setting process. control processing).

For example, when the jackpot symbol indicated by the jackpot ending command is the jackpot symbol A or the jackpot symbol D, the production control microcomputer 121 sets it to a probability variable production mode that suggests a high probability high base gaming state. Then, a performance mode flag indicating the variable probability performance mode is turned on in a predetermined area of the performance RAM 124, and a variable probability performance mode start command indicating setting of the variable probability performance mode is set in the output buffer of the RAM 124 for performance. When the variable performance mode start command set in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 executes the command at the timing when the ending ends. , displays the background image G120 for probability variation as a background image, and outputs the BGM for probability variation as BGM.

In addition, when the jackpot symbol indicated by the jackpot ending command is jackpot symbol B, jackpot symbol C, or jackpot symbol E, the performance control microcomputer 121 selects either a high probability high base gaming state or a low probability high base gaming state. Set a time-saving production mode in which it is difficult or impossible to determine whether the Then, the performance control microcomputer 121 turns on the performance mode flag indicating the time-saving performance mode in a predetermined area of the performance RAM 124, and sends a time-saving performance mode start command indicating that the time-saving performance mode is set to the output buffer of the performance RAM 124. Set to . When the time-saving production mode start command set in the output buffer of the production RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 executes the command at the timing when the ending ends. , the time-saving background image G130 is displayed as the background image, and the time-saving BGM is output as the BGM.

<First embodiment>
Next, a first embodiment of the present invention will be described based on the basic embodiment of the present invention described above. In the following, differences from the basic embodiment will be mainly described as the first embodiment. Furthermore, the same reference numerals and terms are used for the same configurations as those in the basic embodiment or similarly corresponding configurations.

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to the first embodiment, the performance (performance flow configuration performance) that constitutes the performance flow of the special symbol variation performance related to the special symbol 1 is partially different from the basic embodiment. In other words, the first embodiment and the basic embodiment are different from each other regarding the special figure 1 variation pattern that can be determined in the normal gaming state and the time-saving state, and the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table related to the normal gaming state and the time-saving state. Some parts are different.

FIG. 48 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table according to the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 48, the performance flow configuration effects that can be executed in the special figure variation effect based on the special figure 1 variation pattern that can be determined in the normal gaming state include the normal variation included in the basic embodiment, the reach , N reach, L reach, and SP reach, as well as full rotation reach. In addition, in addition to the shortening variation included in the basic embodiment, the production flow composition production that can be executed with the special figure variation production based on the special figure 1 variation pattern that can be determined in the time-saving state includes special variation. It will be done.

The full rotation reach is executed progressively immediately after the reach is established (determined) through normal fluctuations. Full rotation reach can be executed when there is a jackpot, but it cannot be executed when there is a loss. In other words, the full rotation reach is a performance that suggests a jackpot game state. Therefore, full rotation reach is an effect that suggests that there is a higher possibility of a jackpot game state than L reach or SP reach.

In full rotation reach, performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 arranged in a manner indicating a jackpot are slowly scrolled downward so that performance symbols G10 forming the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are sequentially replaced. Further, at the start of the full rotation reach, a background image dedicated to the full rotation reach (background image for full rotation) G116 is displayed as a background image on the entire display section 50a (video dedicated to the full rotation reach is played). The full rotation background image G116 is composed of a moving image in which a predetermined story unfolds. The content of the effect related to the full rotation background image G116 can be set as appropriate, but for example, the content is related to the encounter between the main character and the director character. Further, in the first embodiment, the time of the video related to the full rotation background image G116 (full rotation reach time) is set to 120 seconds.

In addition, the effect pattern G10 that constitutes the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 when being scrolled and displayed in the full rotation reach is different from the normal case, such as when a definite stop display of the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 is performed. Displayed with a transparency of 70% to 90%. This is to prevent the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 from interfering with the video dedicated to full rotation reach. In the following, scrolling display so that the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 constituting the full rotation reach are arranged in the same production symbol G10 and the production symbols G10 are sequentially replaced will be referred to as "full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3". ”. Further, the display mode of the fluctuating display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 related to the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 may be referred to as the "full rotation variation mode".

Further, as shown in FIG. 48, the distribution rate regarding the full rotation reach is 10%. Therefore, full rotation reach is a rare and premium performance.

Special fluctuations can be executed when there is a jackpot, but they cannot be executed when there is a loss. In other words, the special fluctuation is a performance that suggests a jackpot game state. Therefore, after the special figure 1 variation display related to the special variation, a jackpot game is executed.

By the way, the special variation is a performance executed in the special symbol variation performance based on the special symbol 1 variation pattern in the time saving state, but in the time saving state, the game is basically played by right-handed hitting, and the first starting opening 11 While no winning is expected, the fact that a special pattern variation performance based on the special pattern 1 variation pattern is being performed in the time saving state means that the jackpot occurs in the normal gaming state and the jackpot game is executed. The timing is just around the corner. That is, when the jackpot game based on the jackpot winning in the normal game state is being executed, the special figure 1 suspension corresponding to the special figure 1 variation display related to the special variation exists. In the first embodiment, in such a case, the full rotation reach is started in the middle of the jackpot game based on the jackpot winning in the normal gaming state, and the special figure 1 variation display related to the subsequent special variation and the jackpot are Execute a full rotation reach across the game. Therefore, the special variation is a performance that constitutes a part of the full rotation reach. Further, in the first embodiment, the full rotation reach also extends to the jackpot game that is performed immediately after the special symbol 1 variation display related to the special variation. Therefore, the full rotation reach will be performed across the special figure 1 variation display related to the special variation and the jackpot game before and after the special figure 1 variation display. In the following, the jackpot game executed before the special figure 1 variation display related to the special variation is referred to as the "full rotation first stage jackpot game", and the jackpot game executed after the special figure 1 variation display related to the special variation is referred to as the "full rotation first stage jackpot game". This is called a "full rotation second-stage jackpot game."

In addition, in the following, the special figure 1 variation pattern ("THP00" in FIG. 48) in which all of the full rotation reach is executed (all rotation reach is completed) in one special figure variation performance in the normal gaming state is referred to. It is called "full rotation jackpot fluctuation". On the other hand, the special figure 1 variation pattern ("THP31" in Figure 48) in which a part of the full rotation reach is executed (the full rotation reach is not completed) in one special figure variation performance in the time saving state is referred to as "special jackpot". "Fluctuation". In addition, the full rotation reach executed in the special figure 1 variation display based on the full rotation jackpot variation is called "normal full rotation reach", and the full rotation reach that is executed in the special figure 1 variation display based on the special jackpot variation is A full-rotation reach performed in this manner is sometimes referred to as a "special full-rotation reach." Furthermore, it is assumed that the first look-ahead determination table has been appropriately changed according to the configuration example of the special symbol 1 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG.

In addition, when a jackpot game based on a jackpot win in the normal gaming state is being executed, if there is a special figure 1 hold related to the jackpot, the special full rotation reach will be executed, but this special The special full-rotation reach is executed no matter what the order of reservation in FIG. 1 is. If the reservation order of the special figure 1 reservation related to the jackpot is the reservation order 1, the special figure 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation will be displayed immediately after the previous jackpot game ends. On the other hand, if the reservation order of the special figure 1 reservation related to the jackpot is any of reservation order 2 to reservation order 4, after the previous jackpot game ends and before the special symbol 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation is displayed. However, as shown in FIG. 48, as shown in FIG. 48, the special pattern 1 variation pattern related to a loss in the time-saving state is limited to a shortened loss variation with a special pattern variation time of 1 second. Not set. Therefore, even if the reservation order of special figure 1 reservation related to a jackpot is any of reservation order 2 to reservation order 4, the special figure 1 variation display based on the special jackpot variation will start immediately after the previous jackpot game ends. That will happen. In the first embodiment, while the special figure 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation is being displayed, the special full rotation reach is seamlessly and continuously executed without interruption.

Next, specific examples of the normal full rotation reach and the special full rotation reach will be explained. FIG. 49 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a specific example of a normal full rotation reach, and FIGS. 50 to 53 are explanatory diagrams illustrating a specific example of a special full rotation reach.

First, the normal full rotation reach will be explained. As mentioned above, the full rotation reach is normally executed immediately after the reach is established. For example, as shown in FIG. 49(A), when a reach is established (a reach notification effect is executed), as shown in FIG. 49(B), the reach is converted to a normal full rotation reach. The effect (conversion effect) is executed. Specifically, when the movable board 55k operates, the effect image G13 corresponding to the operation of the movable board 55k is displayed on the entire display section 50a. The conversion effect is executed for 3 seconds.

When the conversion effect is completed, the full rotation reach is started, and as shown in FIG. 49(C), effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that are displayed in full rotation (displayed in a variable manner in a full rotation variation mode) appear on the entire display section 50a. At the same time, the full rotation background image G116 is displayed as a background image. Since the full rotation reach time is set to 120 seconds, once the full rotation reach is started, as shown in FIG. The production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 continue to be displayed in full rotation, and the background image G116 for full rotation is displayed. In the full-rotation background image G116, a story in the video related to the full-rotation background image G116 is developed. In addition, the timing at which the moving image related to the full rotation background image G116 ends is associated with the timing at which the special figure 1 variation display related to the full rotation jackpot variation ends.

Then, in accordance with the timing at which the special figure 1 variation display related to the full rotation jackpot variation ends, as shown in FIG. The production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are definitely stopped and displayed.

In addition, in the display section 50a, small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 start to display variations in response to the start of the special figure 1 variation display related to the full rotation jackpot variation, and the special figure 1 variation display related to the full rotation jackpot variation is started. In response to the start, small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot (see FIG. 49).

Next, the special full revolution reach will be explained. As mentioned above, the special all-rotation reach is performed on the condition that the special all-rotation special figure 1 reservation exists when the jackpot game based on the jackpot winning in the normal game state is started. Here, in the normal game state, the stop display of the jackpot symbol B is performed, the second jackpot game is executed as the previous jackpot game, and when the second jackpot game is started, the special feature of the pending order 1 is executed. Assume that there is a special figure 1 reserve related to a loss as the figure 1 reserve, and a special figure 1 reserve related to a jackpot as a special figure 1 reserve in the reservation order 2.

In the first embodiment, as a round effect, a round background image G201 is displayed on the entire display section 50a, and a right-handed hitting image G2 and a round image G3 are displayed superimposed on the round background image G201. shall be carried out. Further, it is assumed that small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 in a manner indicating a jackpot related to the jackpot game are continuously displayed in a stopped state superimposed on the round background image G201.

For example, as shown in FIG. 50(A), around the middle of the fourth round game in the second jackpot game, in other words, when 15 seconds have passed since the start of the fourth land game, FIG. As shown in B), the first button operation promotion effect image G12 is displayed, the first button operation promotion effect is executed, and the operation validity period for the first effect button 40k occurs. In addition, the effective operation time related to the first performance button 40k here, in other words, the performance time of the first button operation promotion performance (first button operation promotion performance time) can be set as appropriate, but here it is set to 4 seconds. It is assumed that this is set to .

When the first effect button 40k is operated while the first button operation promotion effect is being executed, the first button operation promotion effect ends and the entire display section 50a is displayed in black (blacked out) for a predetermined period of time (for example, 3 seconds), and a blackout effect is performed. Here, if there is a special figure 1 reservation related to a jackpot, a special full rotation reach starts. On the other hand, if there is no special figure 1 pending related to a jackpot, the special full rotation reach is not started, the state returns to the state before the first button operation promotion performance is executed, and the round performance is restarted.

Here, it is assumed that the special figure 1 reservation related to the jackpot exists, so the special full rotation reach starts. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 50 (D-1), the full rotation background image G116 is displayed on the entire display section 50a. In other words, the background image is switched from the round background image G201 to the full rotation background image G116 with the first button operation promotion effect set to Sakai. Furthermore, as a special full rotation reach, effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 displayed in full rotation appear superimposed on the background image G116 for full rotation. Note that the display of the full rotation background image G116 is started in the same way as in the case of the normal full rotation reach. That is, the story related to the moving image forming the full rotation background image G116 is developed from the beginning.

Further, even if the special full rotation reach is executed, the performance related to the jackpot game is partially performed. In other words, by executing the special full rotation reach, the production related to the jackpot game will be executed in a limited manner. "Partially" and "limitedly" mean that although the round background image G201 is not displayed, the right-handed image G2 and the round image G3 are displayed, and the small symbol KZ1 is displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot. ~KZ3 stop display is performed. Furthermore, as will be described later, when the special full-rotation reach is executed, the ending background image G202, the ending image G5, and the total prize ball count image G6 are not displayed at the ending.

In addition, when the first button operation promotion effect is started, if there is no special drawing 1 pending related to the jackpot, the round background image G201 is displayed as shown in FIG. 50 (D-2), and the first button operation The state returns to the state before the operation promotion performance was executed, and the round performance restarts.

In addition, if the first performance button 40k is not operated after the first button operation promotion performance starts until the first button operation promotion performance time (4 seconds) elapses, the first button operation promotion will be promoted. As the presentation time (4 seconds) elapses, the first button operation promotion presentation ends, and the presentation goes dark in the same way as when the first presentation button 40k is pressed. Then, in the same way as when the first production button 40k is pressed, if there is special figure 1 pending related to the jackpot, the special full rotation reach will start, while if there is no special figure 1 pending related to the jackpot, the round The performance resumes.

Then, once the special full-rotation reach is started, the full-rotation display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 continues to be performed regardless of the progress of the jackpot game, and the display of the full-rotation background image G116 is continued. proceed. On the other hand, the round image G3 is displayed according to the progress of the jackpot game. Therefore, for example, when the jackpot game progresses from the situation shown in FIG. 50 (D-1) and the fifth round game is started, as shown in FIG. 51 (A), the number part indicated by the round image G3 It becomes "5".

Furthermore, as the jackpot game progresses and the fifth round game, which is the last round game of the second jackpot game, ends and enters the ending, the round image G3 disappears, as shown in FIG. 51(B). . In addition, in the ending, if the special full rotation reach is not performed, for example, as shown in FIG. 18(C), the ending background image G202, the ending image G5, and the total award ball count image G6 are displayed. However, these are not displayed when a special full rotation reach is being performed. Note that while the round game is being executed and at the ending, the display of the right-handed image G2 and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 in a manner indicating a jackpot are continuously performed.

Next, when the second jackpot game ends, the state shifts to a high-probability high-base game state, and then a special symbol fluctuation display is started in the high-probability high-base game state. It is assumed that the FIG. 1 hold is a special drawing 1 hold related to a loss. As shown in FIG. 48, the special figure 1 variation pattern related to the loss that can be determined in the time-saving state is only the shortened loss variation, so as soon as the second jackpot game ends, the special figure 1 variation pattern related to the shortened loss variation is determined. Fluctuation display starts.

By the way, as mentioned above, the special full rotation reach starts approximately in the middle of the fourth round game. The opening time of the big prize opening 14 for one round game is 29.5 seconds, the closing time except for the last round game is 2.0 seconds, and the ending time is 15.0 seconds (Figure 15 ( Based on A), approximately 60 seconds have passed from the start of the special full rotation reach until the end of the second jackpot game. On the other hand, the full rotation reach time is 120 seconds. Therefore, when the second jackpot game as the first stage jackpot game ends, the special full rotation reach has progressed to about half. That is, when the special full rotation reach has progressed to about half, the game situation switches from the second jackpot game as the first stage jackpot game to the special symbol 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation, but at the time of this switch, the As shown in 51(C), the display of the full rotation background image G116 and the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 continue to progress without interruption. That is, the display of the full-rotation background image G116 and the full-rotation display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are executed across the second jackpot game as the first stage jackpot game and the special figure 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation. continues to be. However, in response to the start of the special symbol 1 variable display related to the shortened loss variation, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3, which had been stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot in the second jackpot game, start variable display.

Since the special figure variation time of the shortened loss variation related to special figure 1 is 1.0 seconds, when 1.0 seconds have passed from the start of the special figure 1 variation display, the special figure 1 variation display will end. , the special figure 1 stop display is performed in a manner that indicates a loss, and correspondingly, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are also stopped and displayed in a manner that appropriately indicates a loss, as shown in FIG. 51(D). In addition, when the special figure 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation started, about 60 seconds had passed since the start of the special full rotation reach, so the special figure 1 in the form indicating a loss By the time the stop display is displayed, 1.0 seconds have elapsed since the start. Therefore, at this point, the full rotation reach has only progressed to the halfway stage.

Following the special figure 1 stop display in a manner indicating a loss, the special figure 1 fluctuation display based on the special figure 1 reservation related to the jackpot starts, but as shown in FIG. Since this special figure 1 variation pattern is only a special jackpot variation, as soon as the special figure 1 stop display in a manner indicating a loss ends, the special figure 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation is started. And here, similarly to the switching from the second jackpot game to the special figure 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation, as shown in FIG. At this time, the display of the full rotation background image G116 and the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 continue to proceed without interruption. That is, the display of the full rotation background image G116 and the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are performed across the special symbol 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation and the special symbol 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation. continues to run. However, in response to the start of the special symbol 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3, which had been stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss, start variable display.

Since the special symbol variation time related to the special jackpot variation is 30.0 seconds, when 30.0 seconds have elapsed since the special symbol 1 variation display started, the special symbol 1 variation display will end, indicating a jackpot. The special figure 1 stop display of the mode is performed, and accordingly, as shown in FIG. Also stops and displays. In addition, when the special figure 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation started, about 61 seconds had passed since the start of the special full rotation reach, so the special figure 1 in the form indicating the jackpot At the time when the stop display is displayed, approximately 91 seconds have elapsed since the start of the special full rotation reach. Therefore, even at this point, the special full rotation reach has only progressed to the halfway stage.

Following the stop display of special figure 1 in a manner indicating a jackpot, a second-stage jackpot game is started, but the jackpot symbol type here is jackpot symbol A, and when the first jackpot game is started as a second-stage jackpot game. Assume. And, here as well, as in the case of switching from the special symbol 1 variation display related to the shortened loss variation to the special symbol 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation, as shown in FIG. 52(B), as a later jackpot game At the start of the first jackpot game, the display of the full rotation background image G116 continues to progress without interruption. That is, the display of the background image G116 for full rotation continues to be executed over the special figure 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation and the first jackpot game as the latter jackpot game. However, here, the full rotation display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is not continued. That is, in accordance with the end of the special figure 1 variation display related to the special jackpot variation that is the target of the special full rotation reach, the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is finished.

In addition, by starting the first jackpot game as a second-stage jackpot game, it enters the opening, but since a special full-rotation reach is being performed, as in the case of the ending of the first-stage jackpot game, the opening shown in FIG. 18 ( The opening background image G200 and the opening image G1 as shown in A) are not displayed. That is, even in the later stage jackpot game, the performance related to the jackpot game is partially executed.

Then, the display of the full rotation background image G116 continues to be executed until the end. When the first jackpot game as the second stage jackpot game starts, about 91 seconds have passed since the start of the special full rotation reach, so the remaining time of the special full rotation reach is about 29 seconds. Become. Here, based on the fact that the opening time of the first jackpot game is 10 seconds and the opening time of one round game is 29.5 seconds, the full rotation background image G116 is It will continue to be displayed until halfway through. For example, when the opening ends and the first round game starts in the situation shown in FIG. 52(B), as shown in FIG. 52(C), superimposed on the full rotation background image G116, A round image G3 indicating the first round is displayed.

After that, in the first round game, when the full rotation reach time has elapsed after the start of the special full rotation reach, the entire display section 50a gradually becomes white (whiteout) and the final Specifically, as shown in FIG. 53(A), the special full-rotation reach ends when the full-rotation background image G116 disappears. Then, when a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed from the situation shown in FIG. 53(A), the white display on the entire display section 50a is gradually canceled, and the display changes as shown in FIG. 53(B). A background image (background image for round) G201 corresponding to the round game of the first jackpot game is displayed as a background image in the section 50a, and the performance related to the normal first jackpot game is started. After that, the performance related to the first jackpot game is developed as usual without executing the full rotation reach.

In addition, for example, when a jackpot game is started, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a pre-read judgment regarding the special figure reservation that exists at that time based on the game state to be transferred to after the end of the jackpot game, The start winning command that reflects the result of the prefetch determination shall be resent. Then, the performance control microcomputer 121 overwrites the re-sent starting winning command over the previously stored starting winning command related to the same special symbol reservation. By doing so, the performance control microcomputer 121 can determine whether or not there is a special drawing 1 hold corresponding to special jackpot fluctuations in a jackpot game related to jackpot winning based on the normal gaming state. becomes.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the determination related to the special drawing 1 including the jackpot determination of whether it is a jackpot (specific result) or a loss (non-specific result) (jackpot determination, jackpot symbol type determination, Special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment: Game control that may execute a jackpot game (specific game advantageous to the player) when the result of the judgment regarding special figure 1 is a jackpot (specific result). The production control microcomputer 121 (production execution means) includes a production control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) and a production control microcomputer 121 (production execution means) that may execute production on the display section 50a. When the judgment related to the special drawing 1 is made, the display section 50a may display the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) in a variable manner, and then stop and display them in a manner that suggests the result of the judgment related to the special symbol 1. The control microcomputer 121 displays the fluctuating performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) when special symbol 1 related to the jackpot exists in the jackpot game (specific game) (specific conditions are met). It may be started. Therefore, while giving the player a sense of surprise, the player is given a sense of expectation for a new jackpot, and the interest in the game is improved. Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1, when the game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) has obtained the right to make a determination regarding the special drawing 1 (the special drawing 1 reservation has occurred), the game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) If it is not possible to make a judgment regarding the special drawing 1, it is possible to suspend the right to make a judgment regarding the special drawing 1, and the production control microcomputer 121 (production execution means) ), when the fluctuating display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) is started, the fluctuating display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) that has started will be changed to a predetermined value after the jackpot game (specific game) ends. Since the execution continues until the timing is right, the anticipation for a new jackpot can be maintained. Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1, when the game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) obtains the right to make the determination (main determination) regarding the special map 1, the game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) Before making a judgment), a pre-read judgment (pre-judgment) including a judgment as to whether it is a jackpot (specific result) or a loss (non-specific result) may be performed, and the production control microcomputer 121 (production execution means) , When the variable display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) is started in a jackpot game (specific game), the start is derived for the variable display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) that has started. After the judgment (main judgment) related to the special drawing 1 corresponding to the right to make the judgment (main judgment) related to the special drawing 1 has been made, the result of the judgment (main judgment) related to the special drawing 1 is suggested. Since the display is stopped in a fixed manner, it is possible to make the fluctuating display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) started in the jackpot game (specific game) more sharp.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means ), and a performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) that may execute a performance on the display section 50a, and the game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) is configured to perform a performance control process before making a jackpot determination (first determination). In some cases, a pre-read judgment (second judgment) is made to determine whether it is a jackpot (specific result) or a loss (non-specific result), and the performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) performs a jackpot judgment (first judgment). Based on the result of the judgment), it is possible to execute a variable effect in which the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) are displayed in a variable manner and then stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting the result of the jackpot judgment (first judgment), The display mode of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) may be executed when the result of the jackpot judgment (first judgment) related to the variable effect is a jackpot (specific result), There is a full rotation variation mode (special variation mode) that is never executed in the case of a non-specific result), and the performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) determines whether the result of the jackpot determination (first determination) is a jackpot (specific result), after the start of the variable effect based on the result of the jackpot judgment (first judgment), the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) are variably displayed in a full rotation variation mode (special variation mode), and the effect is When symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) are displayed variably in a full rotation variation mode (special variation mode), a full rotation background image G116 (special image) corresponding to the full rotation variation mode (special variation mode) is displayed. may be displayed, and if the result of the pre-reading judgment (second judgment) is a jackpot (specific result), it will be displayed before the jackpot judgment (first judgment) corresponding to the pre-reading judgment (second judgment) is made. Since the full-rotation background image G116 (special image) may be displayed in the portion 50a, it gives the player a sense of surprise and a sense of anticipation for a new jackpot, thereby increasing the interest in the game.

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Next, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to the first embodiment will be described. Note that it is also possible to appropriately combine the modification examples described below.

In the first stage jackpot game, the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed as in the case of normal full rotation reach, but in the first stage jackpot game, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are not displayed, and the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are not displayed. The full rotation display of EZ1 to EZ3 may not be displayed. Alternatively, in the first-stage jackpot game, for example, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 have higher transparency than in the case of normal full rotation reach, the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are smaller than in the case of normal full rotation reach, or the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are smaller than in the case of normal full rotation reach. A full rotation display may be performed using effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that are thinner than in the case. Furthermore, in the first-stage jackpot game, for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 is composed of the character "zen", the middle effect symbol EZ2 is composed of the character "time", and the right symbol EZ2 is composed of the character "turn". With the effect patterns EZ3 all aligned, the display may be slowly scrolled like a full rotation display. In other words, a slow scrolling display such as a full rotation display may be performed using performance symbols that are not used in the normal variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. This is to prevent players from misperceiving that a special figure fluctuation display is being performed.

Furthermore, the start timing of the special full rotation reach may be changed as appropriate. For example, the start timing of the special full rotation reach may be changed to the start of the opening of the first stage jackpot game, a specific timing in the middle of the opening, or the start of the first round game. In addition, multiple timings at which the special full-rotation reach can be started are set, and each time it is decided to execute the special full-rotation reach, the start timing of the special full-rotation reach is determined by a predetermined judgment. It's okay. Alternatively, the start timing of the special full rotation reach may be made different depending on the type of jackpot game.

Further, in both the first-stage jackpot game and the second-stage jackpot game, or in either one, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 may not be displayed in a stopped manner in a manner that indicates a jackpot.

Further, the special full-rotation reach may be ended in accordance with the end of the special jackpot fluctuation, and the special full-rotation reach may not be performed in the jackpot game (later jackpot game) related to the special jackpot fluctuation.

Furthermore, in the first embodiment, only a special jackpot variation that enables full rotation reach is set as the special figure 1 variation pattern in the time saving state, but in addition to this, a jackpot variation that does not allow full rotation reach is also set. However, when a jackpot game based on a jackpot win in the normal gaming state is being executed, there is a special figure 1 reservation related to the jackpot, but in this case, when the special full rotation reach is executed and when the special full rotation reach is executed, It may be arranged so that there are times when the rotational reach is not executed.

Further, in the jackpot game, there may be cases in which the special full rotation reach can be executed and cases in which the special full rotation reach cannot be executed. For example, in a jackpot game with a relatively small number of rounds, a special full rotation reach can be executed, but in a jackpot game with a relatively large number of rounds, a special full rotation reach may not be executed. On the contrary, in a jackpot game with a relatively large number of rounds, the special full rotation reach can be executed, but in a jackpot game with a relatively small number of rounds, the special full rotation reach may not be executed. That is, whether or not to execute the special full rotation reach may be set based on the number of rounds. Furthermore, if the jackpot effect design is a red symbol, you cannot perform a special full rotation reach in a jackpot game, but if the jackpot effect design is a blue symbol, you can perform a special full rotation reach in a jackpot game. Whether or not the special full-rotation reach may be executed may be set based on the type of symbol. Alternatively, if you move to the variable probability production mode after a jackpot game, you will not be able to perform a special full rotation reach in the jackpot game, but if you shift to the time-saving production mode after a jackpot game, you will be able to perform a special full rotation reach in the jackpot game. Whether or not the special full-rotation reach may be executed may be set based on the type of production mode to which the game shifts after the jackpot game.

Further, in the first embodiment, when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are variably displayed in the jackpot game, the display mode is only full rotation display, but it may be possible to variably display them in other display modes. For example, as a special figure 1 variation pattern in a time saving state, a jackpot variation (special SP jackpot variation) corresponding to the part after SP reach of a special figure variation effect related to SP jackpot variation, and a special figure variation effect related to SP loss variation. There is a loss fluctuation (special SP loss fluctuation) that corresponds to the part after SP reach, and when the jackpot game starts, special chart 1 reservation related to the special SP jackpot fluctuation is held as special chart 1 reservation of reservation order 1, Alternatively, if there is a special symbol 1 pending related to a special SP loss variation, a variation display of performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 may be performed in the jackpot game. In this case, the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 may be such that, for example, a full rotation display without the medium effect symbol EZ1 is performed. In other words, with the left effect pattern EZ1 and the right effect pattern EZ3 aligned in the same effect pattern G10, the display is slowly scrolled from top to bottom so that the type of effect pattern G10 is sequentially replaced. Also good. Then, when the jackpot game ends and the special symbol 1 variation display based on the special symbol 1 suspension related to the special SP jackpot variation or the special symbol 1 preservation related to the special loss variation starts in the time saving state, the display section 50a Now, in the flow of the scroll display, a reach may be established with any type of performance symbol G10, and it may be developed into an SP reach as it is. However, as a performance in the jackpot game in this case, a normal jackpot game performance may be performed by displaying the round background image G201 in the round game of the jackpot game, or the same as in the case of the special full rotation reach. In this case, a dedicated background image may be displayed. Furthermore, in this case, the possibility of losing and the possibility of hitting the jackpot may be different, such as the possibility of winning the jackpot being higher than the possibility of losing, or the possibility of losing and the possibility of hitting the jackpot may be different. They may be made to be the same.

A special full rotation reach was performed in the special figure 1 variable display and the jackpot game before and after the special figure 1 variable display, but the special full rotation reach was performed in the special figure 2 variable display and the jackpot game before and after the special figure 2 variable display. You may perform a rotational reach.

In addition, in the first embodiment, the full rotation reach (special full rotation reach) is performed from the jackpot game (previous jackpot game) before the special figure variation production based on the special figure 1 variation (special jackpot variation) related to the full rotation reach. is started, in other words, the full rotation reach is executed prior to the jackpot game, but the game content before the special figure variation performance is not limited to the jackpot game, and may be a special figure variation display.

For example, as special figure 2 variation patterns in the normal gaming state, there are some that can execute full rotation reach (specific special figure 2 variation pattern) and others that cannot execute full rotation reach (non-specific special figure 2 variation pattern). Make it. Then, when the special figure 2 variation display (high base final variation) is performed for the specified number of time-savings without hitting the jackpot after transitioning to the low probability high base gaming state, a special figure corresponding to the specific special figure 2 variation pattern is displayed. If there is a hold in Figure 2, the full rotation reach will start while the special figure variation effect related to the final variation of the high base is being executed, and will span the final variation of the high base and the specific special figure 2 variation pattern. If the full rotation reach is executed and there is no special figure 2 hold corresponding to the specific special figure 2 variation pattern, the full rotation reach will not start when the special figure variation effect related to the high base final variation is executed. You can do it like this.

A specific example of this case will be explained using FIG. 54. For example, in the final stage of the special figure fluctuation performance based on the final fluctuation of the high base, as shown in FIG. When the result image G30 suggesting the number of prize balls acquired in the jackpot game is displayed, as shown in FIG. 54(B), the first button operation promotion effect image G12 is displayed and the first button operation promotion effect is displayed. is executed, and the operation validity period for the first effect button 40k occurs. When the first effect button 40k is operated while the first button operation promotion effect is being executed, as shown in FIG. 54(C), the first button operation promotion effect ends and the entire display section 50a is displayed in black (blacked out) for a predetermined period of time (for example, 3 seconds), and a blackout effect is performed.

Then, if there is no special figure 2 reservation corresponding to the specific special figure 2 fluctuation pattern in the reservation order 1, the special figure fluctuation performance based on the high base final fluctuation is restarted, as shown in FIG. 54 (D-1). Then, the latter part of the situation shown in FIG. 54(B) is performed. Specifically, the first normal background image G111 is displayed on the entire display section 50a, and the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner that indicates a loss in a superimposed manner on the first normal background image G111. is displayed, and in accordance with the end of the final fluctuation of the high base, the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are temporarily stopped and displayed will definitely stop and display as they are, and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 will be stopped and displayed in a manner that indicates a loss. . At this time, the game shifts to the normal gaming state. Then, if there was a special figure 2 hold corresponding to the non-specific special figure 2 variation pattern, it would be stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss in response to the start of the special figure 2 variation display in the normal gaming state. The effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 start to be displayed in a variable manner, and an image (left-handed strike image) G31 notifying the left-handed strike is displayed.

On the other hand, when the special figure 2 reservation corresponding to the specific special figure 2 fluctuation pattern exists in the reservation order 1, the full rotation reach starts from the special figure fluctuation performance based on the final high base fluctuation. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 54 (D-2), the full rotation background image G116 is displayed on the entire display section 50a. In other words, the background image is switched from the time-saving background image G130 to the full-rotation background image G116 with the first button operation promotion effect being changed to Sakai. Furthermore, as a special full rotation reach, effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 displayed in full rotation appear superimposed on the background image G116 for full rotation. Note that the display of the full rotation background image G116 is started in the same way as in the case of the normal full rotation reach. That is, the story related to the moving image forming the full rotation background image G116 is developed from the beginning. Then, in response to the end of the final fluctuation of the high base, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss.

Then, when the special pattern 2 variation display based on the specific special pattern 2 variation pattern is started, the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 that have been stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss start to fluctuate, as shown in FIG. 54 (D-2). Although the display starts, the display of the full rotation background image G116 and the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 continue to be executed without interruption. After this, at least in the special figure 2 variation display based on the specific special figure 2 variation pattern, the display of the background image G116 for full rotation and the full rotation display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 continue to be executed.

In addition, in the case shown in FIG. 54, the game control microcomputer 101, for example, when the high base final fluctuation is started, regarding the special drawing reservation that exists at that time, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether the high base final fluctuation ends. A pre-reading determination is made based on the normal game state to which the game will be transferred later, and a start winning command is re-sent that reflects the result of the pre-reading determination. Then, the production control microcomputer 121 overwrites the re-sent starting winning command over the previously stored starting winning command related to the same special symbol reservation. By doing so, the performance control microcomputer 121 can display special figure 2 hold and non-specific special figure 2 fluctuations corresponding to the specific special figure 2 fluctuation pattern in the special figure 2 fluctuation display (high base final fluctuation) in the low probability high base gaming state. It becomes possible to judge whether there is a special figure 2 reservation corresponding to the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern.

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Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described based on the basic embodiment of the present invention described above. In the following, the second embodiment will mainly be described with respect to the differences from the basic embodiment. Furthermore, the same reference numerals and terms are used for the same configurations as those in the basic embodiment or similarly corresponding configurations.

In the basic embodiment, in the normal game state and normal performance mode, as a performance (performance flow composition performance) that constitutes the performance flow related to the special figure fluctuation performance, a normal fluctuation and a game state that is advantageous to the player occur. A reach that suggests a higher probability than normal variation, as well as various reach effects, specifically, an N reach, an L reach, and a SP reach, were feasible. In the pachinko gaming machine PY2 according to the second embodiment, in the normal game state and in the special figure variation performance corresponding to the special figure 1 variation display in the normal production mode, the performance flow composition effects such as reach and various reach effects, etc. Apart from this, there is also a preview effect that suggests that there is a possibility of a gaming situation that is advantageous to the player, in other words, when it is executed, expectations for a gaming situation that is advantageous to the player increases (increasing chances). A preview performance may be performed.

In the second embodiment, a preview performance in which the stage associated with the preview performance can be advanced (stepped up) may be executed. The preview performance that can be advanced (stepped up) is performed by displaying an image on the display unit 50a when a normal change is being performed. Note that hereinafter, a preview performance that can be advanced (stepped up) is sometimes referred to as a "step-up notice."

There are five stages, 1st to 5th stages, which are associated with the step-up notice. In the second embodiment, the step-up notice starts from the first stage, and thereafter the stage may not progress or the stage may progress. If no progress is made, the step-up notice that started from the first stage ends at the first stage. On the other hand, when it develops, the step-up notice that started from the first stage will eventually develop to the second stage, when it will develop to the third stage, and when it will develop to the fourth stage. Sometimes it develops to the fifth stage.

The stage at which the step-up notice ends is referred to as the "final stage number." The final stage number related to the step-up notice is associated with the possibility/expectation level of a jackpot (jackpot expectation level) in the special chart 1 variable display in which the step-up notice is executed. In the second embodiment, the jackpot expectation level associated with the final stage number is high in the order of 1st stage < 2nd stage < 3rd stage < 4th stage < 5th stage.

Note that, hereinafter, a step-up notice whose final stage number is the first stage will be referred to as a "first step-up notice." Similarly, a step-up notice whose final stage number is the second stage is called a "second step-up notice", and a step-up notice whose final stage number is the third stage is called a "third step-up notice". A step-up notice whose final stage number is 4th stage is called a "4th step-up notice", and a step-up notice whose final stage number is 5th stage is called a "5th step-up notice". It is called. That is, there are five step-up notice types (step-up notice types) corresponding to the final stage number: the first step-up notice to the fifth step-up notice.

Further, the development patterns when the stage is developed by step-up notice include a normal development pattern and a special development pattern. In the normal development pattern, one stage develops. On the other hand, in the special development pattern, two or more stages develop. A plurality of development paths can be taken for one final stage number by combining the normal development pattern and the special development pattern. Although the details will be described later, the display contents are different between the normal development pattern and the special development pattern.

In the second embodiment, the step-up notice starts from the first stage. Therefore, the stage development path in the second step-up notice is only one type of pattern, which is a pattern that progresses from the first stage to the second stage according to the normal development pattern. On the other hand, there are multiple types of development paths of the stages in the third step-up notice, the fourth step-up notice, and the fifth step-up notice depending on the normal development pattern and the special development pattern. Here, the stage development path patterns for the second step-up notice, third step-up notice, fourth step-up notice, and fifth step-up notice will be described.

As mentioned above, among the development path patterns that can occur in the second step-up notice (second development path patterns), there is only one that develops from the first stage to the second stage according to the normal development pattern (second development path pattern A). .

The development path pattern that can occur in the 3rd step-up notice (3rd development path pattern) is that the 1st stage develops to the 2nd stage according to the normal development pattern, and the 2nd stage develops to the 3rd stage according to the normal development pattern. There is a pattern (third development path pattern A) and a pattern (third development path pattern B) that develops from the first stage to the third stage by a special development pattern.

The development path pattern that can occur in the 4th step-up notice (4th development path pattern) includes the development from the 1st stage to the 2nd stage according to the normal development pattern, and from the 2nd stage to the 3rd stage according to the normal development pattern. , a pattern that develops from the 3rd stage to the 4th stage according to the normal development pattern (4th development path pattern A), and a pattern that develops from the 1st stage to the 2nd stage according to the normal development pattern, and from the 2nd stage to the 4th stage according to the special development pattern. A pattern that develops into 4 stages (4th development path pattern B), and a pattern that develops from the 1st stage to the 3rd stage by a special development pattern, and from the 3rd stage to the 4th stage by a normal development pattern (4th development path pattern) There are a route pattern C) and a pattern (fourth developed route pattern D) that develops from the first stage to the fourth stage by a special developed pattern.

The development path pattern that can occur in the 5th step-up notice (5th development path pattern) includes the development from the 1st stage to the 2nd stage according to the normal development pattern, and from the 2nd stage to the 3rd stage according to the normal development pattern. , a pattern that develops from the 3rd stage to the 5th stage by a special development pattern (5th development path pattern A), and a pattern that develops from the 1st stage to the 2nd stage by the normal development pattern, and from the 2nd stage to the 5th stage by the special development pattern. There is a pattern that develops into 5 stages (5th development path pattern B), and a pattern that develops from the 1st stage to the 3rd stage by a special development pattern, and from the 3rd stage to the 5th stage by a special development pattern (5th development pattern). There is a route pattern C) and a pattern that develops from the first stage to the fifth stage by a special development pattern (fifth developed route pattern D).

In this way, the third step-up notice, the fourth step-up notice, and the fifth step-up notice include development path patterns of a plurality of stages using the normal development pattern and the special development pattern. Furthermore, in the second embodiment, it is possible to develop to the fifth stage using the special development pattern, but it is set so that it cannot be developed using the normal development pattern. However, it may be changed so that the fifth stage can develop from the fourth stage in the normal development pattern.

Furthermore, the stages related to the step-up notice (first stage to fifth stage) are associated with images. FIG. 55 shows images associated with each stage. The image (stage image) G40 associated with the stage includes an image (first stage image) G40A (FIG. 55(A)) associated with the first stage, and an image (stage image) associated with the second stage ( 2nd stage image) G40B (FIG. 55(B)), an image associated with the 3rd stage (3rd stage image) G40C (FIG. 55(C)), and an image associated with the 4th stage ( There are a fourth stage image) G40D (FIG. 55(D)) and an image (fifth stage image) G40E (FIG. 55(E)) associated with the fifth stage. That is, the stages are represented by a stage image G40.

In the step-up notice, stay in the first stage when the first stage image G40A is displayed, stay in the second stage when the second stage image G40B is displayed, and display the third stage image G40C. stays in the third stage when the image is displayed, stays in the fourth stage when the fourth stage image G40D is displayed, and stays in the fifth stage when the fifth stage image G40E is displayed. It means that there is.

The first stage image G40A to the fifth stage image G40E are commonly based on something like a horizontally long rectangular window, and in the center of each window, the bust-up appearance of a mutually different character when viewed from the front is displayed. ing. In other words, each stage has a character type associated with it. Specifically, character A is associated with the first stage, character B is associated with the second stage, character C is associated with the third stage, character D is associated with the fourth stage, and character D is associated with the fourth stage. Character E is associated with the fifth stage. Note that the first stage image G40A to fifth stage image G40E are displayed in a superimposed manner on the normal background images G111 to G113 and the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that are being variably displayed.

Further, when the step-up notice is being executed, two or more of the first stage image G40A to the fifth stage image G40E are not displayed at the same time. Throughout one step-up notice, two or more of the 1st stage image G40A to 5th stage image G40E may be displayed sequentially in different time periods, but at each moment, the 1st stage image G40A to 5th stage image G40E Only one of the images G40A to 5th stage image G40E is displayed. Then, the stage associated with any one of the displayed first stage image G40A to fifth stage image G40E is the stage currently being stayed.

Next, the display contents related to the normal development pattern and the display contents related to the special development pattern will be explained.

In the development of stages according to the normal development pattern, first, the stage image G40 associated with the stage that is the development source displayed at that time disappears, and after 1 second, the stage image G40 associated with the stage one higher is displayed. Image G40 is displayed.

In the second embodiment, in the development of stages according to the normal development pattern, stage images G40 associated with each stage, in other words, stage images G40 associated with the first stage and the stage to be developed are displayed. The time from when the data is deleted until it is deleted is set to 1 second. That is, in the development according to the normal development pattern, the time spent in the stage that becomes the development source (normal stay time) is 1 second. However, the normal stage display time is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

Furthermore, in the development of stages according to the normal development pattern, the time from when the stage image G40 associated with the development source stage disappears until the stage image G40 associated with the development destination stage is displayed is 1 second. is set to . In the development of stages according to the normal development pattern, the display contents of the stage image G40, in other words, the stage to be developed can be recognized at the moment the stage image G40 associated with the stage to be developed is displayed. The time required for development according to the normal development pattern (normal development time) is 1 second. However, the normal development time is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

In the development of a stage according to a special development pattern, an image including a stage image G40 corresponding to the stage from which the special development pattern is developed is displayed on the surface, and a stage image G40 corresponding to the stage to which the special development pattern is developed is displayed on the surface. What is assumed to be an imaginary monitor (imaginary monitor) on which the included image is displayed on the back side slowly rotates 180 degrees counterclockwise in plan view with the vertical line passing through the horizontal center of the display section 50a as the rotation axis. The display section 50a displays an image that appears as follows. Here, the display content displayed on the entire display section 50a at the start of the stage development according to the special development pattern constitutes the surface of the virtual monitor. Then, on the front side of the fictitious monitor, the display content in which the stage image G40 associated with the stage to be developed is replaced with the stage image G40 associated with the stage to be developed forms the back side of the fictitious monitor. . Note that the rotation of the imaginary monitor, in other words, the development of stages according to the special development pattern starts when one second has elapsed since the stage image G40, which is the source of the development, is displayed. That is, in the development of stages according to the special development pattern, the time spent in the stage that is the source of development (special stay time) is 1 second. However, the special stay time is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

When the rotation of the imaginary monitor, which constitutes the stage development according to the special development pattern, begins, the visible range of the surface of the imaginary monitor gradually decreases. Then, when the rotation angle of the imaginary monitor reaches 90 degrees, the left end side surface of the imaginary monitor just faces the front, and the surface of the imaginary monitor becomes completely invisible. However, as the rotation of the imaginary monitor progresses further, the visible range of the back side of the imaginary monitor gradually expands. Immediately after the rotation angle of the virtual monitor exceeds 90 degrees, it is difficult to recognize which stage the stage image G40 is displayed, but as the rotation progresses further, the stage image G40 gradually changes. become recognizable. Then, when the rotation angle of the imaginary monitor reaches 180 degrees, the back side of the imaginary monitor completely faces the front, and the development of the stage according to the special development pattern ends.

Note that the 180 degree rotation of the aerial monitor is performed at a constant speed without stopping. Further, the time required for the virtual monitor to rotate 180 degrees is set to 6 seconds. In other words, the time required for development according to the special development pattern (special development time) is 6 seconds. However, the development time is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

Since the imaginary monitor rotates at a constant speed, the rotation angle of the imaginary monitor will reach 90 degrees 3 seconds after the start, and 3 seconds later (6 seconds after the start), the rotation angle of the imaginary monitor will reach 180 degrees. . Then, when 4 to 4.5 seconds have passed since the imaginary monitor started rotating, in other words, when 1 to 1.5 seconds have passed since the back side of the imaginary monitor started to be visible, approximately The display content of the associated stage image G40, that is, the stage of development can be recognized. The period until the stage image G40 associated with the stage of development in the rotation of the imaginary monitor becomes recognizable can be positioned as a period of time to determine which stage the stage will develop into.

Further, in the display unit 50a, a display process is performed in which the virtual monitor appears to be rotating, but during the rotation of the virtual monitor, the portion that is assumed to be the surface of the virtual monitor gradually shrinks, and the virtual monitor The part that looks like the back side of the image gradually enlarges. In the following, the entire display section 50a where the stage development according to the special development pattern is not performed will be referred to as the "normal display area", and the imaginary monitor on the display section 50a when the stage development according to the special development pattern is performed. The portions forming the front and back surfaces are sometimes referred to as "special display areas." Further, the portion of the display section 50a other than the special display area when the stage development according to the special development pattern is being performed may be referred to as a "non-special display area".

Next, a specific example of the step-up notice will be explained. FIG. 56 is an explanatory diagram for explaining the third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern A, and FIGS. 57 to 58 show the third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern B. It is an explanatory diagram explaining the 3rd step-up notice.

First, the third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern A will be explained. As shown in FIG. 56(A), when the step-up notice is started while the variable display (normal variation) of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is being performed, first, as shown in FIG. 56(B), , the first stage image G40A associated with the first stage is displayed approximately at the center of the display section 50a. Here, the stage develops according to the third development path pattern A, and then the stage develops to the second stage according to the normal development pattern. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 56(C), the first stage image G40A disappears one second after being displayed, and when one second has passed since then, the second stage image G40A is displayed as shown in FIG. 56(D). The associated second stage image G40B is displayed approximately at the center of the display section 50a.

Further, the normal development pattern progresses to the third stage, so as shown in FIG. At times, as shown in FIG. 56(F), a third stage image G40C associated with the third stage is displayed approximately at the center of the display section 50a. This means that the step-up notice has evolved to the third stage. Since the development of the steps related to the step-up notice ends up to this point, the third step image G40C disappears one second after being displayed, as shown in FIG. The staged image G40 is never displayed.

Although FIG. 56 shows a specific example of the third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern A, for example, if the third step-up notice develops to the second stage in the second development path pattern A, If it is a 2nd step-up notice, the step-up notice will end at the stage shown in FIG. 56(E), and if it is the 1st step-up notice, the step-up notice will end at the stage shown in FIG. 56(C). I will do it.

Next, the third step-up notice that develops to the third stage in the third development path pattern B will be explained. As shown in FIG. 57(A), when the step-up notice is started while the variable display (normal variation) of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is being performed, first, as shown in FIG. 57(B), , the first stage image G40A associated with the first stage is displayed approximately at the center of the display section 50a. Here, the stage develops according to the third development path pattern B, and then the stage develops to the third stage according to the special development pattern. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 57(C), the imaginary monitor whose surface displays the display contents displayed on the entire display section 50a at that time, including the first stage image G40A, is located at the center of the display section 50a in the horizontal direction. The display unit 50a displays an image that slowly begins to rotate counterclockwise in plan view, with the vertical straight line passing through as the rotation axis.

When a display process is performed in which the imaginary monitor begins to rotate on the display unit 50a, the visible range of the surface of the imaginary monitor gradually decreases, as shown in FIGS. 57(C) to 57(D). As such, the special display area G150 constituting the surface shrinks toward the center in the left-right direction, and the non-special display area G151 expands toward the center in the left-right direction.

Then, when the rotation angle of the virtual monitor reaches 90 degrees on the display unit 50a, the left end side of the virtual monitor will face forward, as shown in FIG. The surface of the virtual monitor containing the first stage image G40A becomes completely invisible.

As the rotation of the imaginary monitor further progresses from the situation in Figure 58(A), the visible range of the back side of the imaginary monitor gradually expands, as shown in Figures 58(B) to 58(C). As such, the special display area G150 constituting the back side expands toward both ends in the left-right direction, and the non-special display area G151 contracts toward both ends in the left-right direction. On the back side of the imaginary monitor, the special display area G150 includes a third stage image G40C associated with the third stage of the development destination, normal background images G111 to G113, and production patterns EZ1 to EZ3 that are being displayed in a variable manner. is displayed. Then, when display processing is performed such that the rotation of the imaginary monitor further progresses on the display unit 50a, as the special display area G150 expands, the third stage image G40C, in other words, the developed stage A certain third stage can be recognized.

When the rotation of the imaginary monitor further progresses from the situation shown in FIG. 58(C) and the rotation angle of the imaginary monitor reaches 180 degrees on the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 58(D), the back side of the imaginary monitor It now faces completely forward, the normal background image G111 is displayed on the entire display section 50a, the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 are variably displayed superimposed on the normal background image G111, and the effect pattern EZ1 is variably displayed. The third stage image G40C is completely displayed in the superposition of ~EZ3. In other words, the development from the first stage to the third stage according to the special development pattern has been completed, and the step-up notice has developed to the third stage. Although not shown, the third stage image G40C is deleted one second after the situation shown in FIG. 58(D) is reached, and the step-up notice ends.

Next, an example of the control content related to the step-up notice will be explained. Note that the control content described below is an example of control content related to step-up notice, so the control content is not limited to the following content and may be changed as appropriate.

For example, in step S4306, if the production control microcomputer 121 is in the normal gaming state and the normal production mode, after determining the special symbol variation production pattern, the production control microcomputer 121 may issue a step-up notice based on the special symbol variation start command. A step-up notice execution determination is made to determine whether or not to execute the step-up notice.

The step-up notice execution determination is executed with reference to the step-up notice execution determination table. An example of the structure of the step-up notice execution determination table is shown in FIG. 59(A). As shown in FIG. 59(A), the step-up notice execution determination table is associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern. Specifically, the step-up notice execution determination table includes a step-up notice execution determination table for SP jackpot variation, a step-up notice execution decision table for L jackpot variation, a step-up notice execution decision table for SP loss variation, and L. A step-up notice execution determination table for loss fluctuations, a step-up notice execution determination table for N loss fluctuations, a step-up notice execution determination table for normal A loss fluctuations, a step-up notice execution determination table for normal B loss fluctuations, and A step-up notice execution determination table for normal C loss variation is provided. Each step-up notice execution determination table shown in FIG. 59(A) is configured as appropriate so that the selection rate for executing/not executing the step-up notice becomes a predetermined selection rate shown in FIG. 59(A). There is.

As shown in FIG. 59(A), "Execute" may be selected for both jackpot fluctuations and loss fluctuations. Therefore, when the step-up notice is executed, there is a possibility that a jackpot game state will occur. That is, the step-up notice is a performance that suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot game state, in other words, a performance that, when executed, increases the level of expectation for the jackpot game state (increases the chance). In addition, "Execute" may be selected in the case of a special figure variation in which a reach is established and in the case of a special figure variation in which a reach is not established. Therefore, when the step-up notice is executed, there is a possibility that reach will be established. In other words, the step-up notice is a performance that suggests that there is a possibility that a reach will be achieved; in other words, it is a performance that, when executed, increases the expectation level (increases the chance) of a reach.

When the production control microcomputer 121 determines to execute a step-up notice in the step-up notice execution determination, it subsequently performs a final stage number determination to determine the final stage number based on the special figure fluctuation start command. .

The final stage number determination is performed with reference to the final stage number determination table. An example of the configuration of the final stage number determination table is shown in FIG. 59(B). As shown in FIG. 59(B), the final stage number determination table is associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern. Specifically, the final stage number determination table includes a final stage number determination table for SP jackpot fluctuation, a final stage number determination table for L jackpot fluctuation, a final stage number determination table for SP loss fluctuation, and a final stage number determination table for L loss fluctuation. A final stage number determination table, a final stage number determination table for N loss variation, and a final stage number determination table for normal A loss variation are provided. Each final stage number determination table shown in FIG. 59(B) is appropriately configured so that the selection rate for each final stage number becomes a predetermined selection ratio shown in FIG. 59(B).

As shown in Figure 59 (B), in the case of SP reach variation (SP jackpot variation, SP loss variation), L reach variation (L jackpot variation, L loss variation), and N loss variation, the "3rd stage" ", but normally in the case of A loss fluctuation, "third stage" is not selected. Therefore, when the step-up notice develops to the third stage, it is confirmed that the reach is achieved with the special symbol variation performance.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 59(B), in the case of SP reach fluctuations (SP jackpot fluctuations, SP loss fluctuations) and L reach fluctuations (L jackpot fluctuations, L loss fluctuations), there is a "fourth stage" and a "fourth stage". "5th stage" may be selected, but "4th stage" and "5th stage" are never selected in the case of N loss fluctuation or normally A loss fluctuation. Therefore, when the step-up notice develops to the 4th or 5th stage, it is confirmed that L reach or SP reach will be executed in the special symbol variation performance.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 59(B), the "fifth stage" may be selected in the case of SP jackpot fluctuation, L jackpot fluctuation, and SP loss fluctuation; In the case of , and in the case of normal A loss fluctuation, the "fifth stage" is not selected. Furthermore, the selection rate for the "fifth stage" in the case of SP jackpot variation and L jackpot variation is higher than the selection rate for "fifth stage" in the case of SP loss variation. Therefore, if the step-up notice progresses to the 5th stage, there is a high possibility that you will hit the jackpot with the special chart 1 variable display. In addition, as shown in FIG. 59(B), in the second embodiment, the jackpot expectation level suggested by the final stage number is as follows: 1st stage < 2nd stage < 3rd stage < 4th stage < 5th stage This is a size relationship.

If the production control microcomputer 121 determines that it is the third, fourth, or fifth stage in the final stage number determination, it will continue to perform a process for determining the development path pattern based on the special figure fluctuation start command. Determine the development path pattern.

The evolved route pattern determination is performed with reference to the evolved route pattern determination table. FIG. 60 shows an example of the configuration of the development path pattern determination table. As shown in FIG. 60, the developed route pattern determination table is associated with the final stage number and the special figure fluctuation pattern. Specifically, the development path pattern judgment tables include a development path pattern judgment table for the final stage number of stage 3, a development path pattern judgment table for the final stage number of stage 4, and a development path pattern determination table for the final stage number of stage 5. There is a development path pattern judgment table for. The development path pattern determination table for the third stage final stage includes one for SP jackpot variation, one for L jackpot variation, one for SP loss variation, one for L loss variation, and one for N loss variation. There is one for variation. The development path pattern determination table for the fourth final stage includes one for SP jackpot variation, one for L jackpot variation, one for SP loss variation, and one for L loss variation. The development path pattern determination table for the fifth final stage includes one for SP jackpot variation, one for L jackpot variation, and one for SP loss variation. Each advanced path pattern determination table shown in FIG. 60 is appropriately configured so that the selection rate for each advanced path pattern becomes a predetermined selection rate shown in FIG. 60.

When the final stage number is the first stage or the second stage, the production control microcomputer 121 determines whether the final stage number is the third stage, the fourth stage, or the fifth stage. After completing the development route pattern determination, it sets a command (step-up preview execution command) indicating the results of these determinations, which is the performance content of the step-up preview, in the output buffer of the performance RAM 124.

The step-up notice execution command set in the output buffer is transmitted to the image control board 140 through command transmission processing (S4004). Upon receiving the step-up notice execution command, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 executes the step-up notice execution on the display unit 50a when a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) has elapsed since the start of the special figure variation effect. A step-up notice reflecting the final stage number determination and development path pattern determination results indicated by the command is started, and progress is made as appropriate.

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine PY2 includes the performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) capable of executing performances on the display section 50a, and the performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means): When the staged image G40 (predetermined image) is displayed on the display section 50a, at least the staged image G40 (predetermined image) is rotated by 180 degrees with a straight line in the vertical direction (predetermined direction) in the plane including the display section 50a as the rotation axis. A stage development (specific effect) may be executed based on a special development pattern related to a step-up notice that appears to rotate, and when a stage development (specific effect) is executed based on the special development pattern, the stage image G40 ( Since the display content of the predetermined image) may have changed before the stage development (specific effect) according to the special development pattern is executed, it is possible to surprise the player and give them a sense of anticipation for a new jackpot. This will improve the player's interest in the game.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY2, in the development of stages (specific performances) according to a special development pattern, the display contents before the change when the development of stages (specific performances) according to the special development pattern is started are gradually changed. In response to the fact that the display content before the change becomes unrecognizable, the display content after the change appears almost unrecognizable, and the display content after the change becomes gradually recognizable after it appears. This gives the player a sense of excitement and improves his enjoyment of the game.

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Next, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PY2 according to the second embodiment will be described. Note that it is also possible to appropriately combine the modification examples described below.

The step-up notice can be executed in the normal gaming state, but the gaming state in which the step-up notice can be executed can be changed as appropriate, and other gaming states such as the high-probability high-base gaming state and the low-probability high-base gaming state It may also be possible to execute it with In addition, step-up notices can be executed in the normal production mode, but the production mode in which step-up notices can be executed can be changed as appropriate, and it is possible to execute them in other production modes such as fixed variable production mode and time-saving production mode. Also good. Further, the step-up notice may be made executable in a plurality of types of game states and performance modes throughout the entire game.

Furthermore, the step-up notice can be executed in the normal variation in the special figure variation performance, but the execution timing of the step-up notice is not limited to the normal variation and may be changed as appropriate. For example, the step-up notice may be executed in a period after a reach such as N reach is established. Further, the step-up notice may be made executable during multiple types of periods in the special symbol variation performance, such as during normal variation and during N reach. In addition, when the step-up notice is executed, it may be executed once or multiple times in one special symbol variation performance.

Further, although the number of final stages related to the step-up notice is five, it may be three, four, or six or more. Furthermore, although the final stage number is associated with the jackpot expectation level, the suggestion target is not limited to the jackpot expectation level and may be changed as appropriate. For example, a jackpot game with a relatively large number of round games, a jackpot game with a relatively large number of prize balls that can be obtained in the jackpot game, or a high probability state or a time saving state after the jackpot game is advantageous to the player. The possibility of reaching a specific jackpot game state, such as a jackpot game that transitions to a game state, may be associated with the final stage number. Alternatively, the possibility that a performance indicating that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game state such as SP reach may be executed may be associated with the final stage number.

Furthermore, although there is only one type of special development pattern, a plurality of types may be provided. The degree of expectation of a jackpot or the degree of expectation of the number of stages of development may vary depending on the type of special development pattern. For example, even if the types of special development patterns are associated with the rotation direction of the imaginary monitor, there are special development patterns in which the imaginary monitor rotates counterclockwise in a plan view and special development patterns in which the imaginary monitor rotates clockwise in a plan view. good. Alternatively, there may be a special development pattern in which the imaginary monitor rotates counterclockwise in plan view and a special development pattern in which it rotates counterclockwise in right side view. In addition, by associating the type of special development pattern with the rotation speed of the imaginary monitor, we have created a special development pattern in which the imaginary monitor rotates 180 degrees over the first time at the first speed, and a second speed in which the imaginary monitor is faster than the first speed. There may also be a special development pattern that rotates 180 degrees over a second time period that is shorter than the first time period. Alternatively, the special development pattern is not an imaginary monitor, but a rectangular parallelepiped such that each side is made up of the entire display section 50a, and is rotatable within a range of 360 degrees like the imaginary monitor, but 90 degrees, It may be possible to stop at 180 degrees, 270 degrees, and 360 degrees. Here, as the rotation angle at the time of stopping increases, the stage image G40 associated with a stage with a high jackpot expectation may be more likely to be displayed.

Furthermore, when the rotation of the imaginary monitor according to the special development pattern is started, the stage always develops, but the stage may not develop. For example, when the rotation angle of the imaginary monitor reaches 90 degrees, the rotation direction of the imaginary monitor becomes clockwise in plan view, and the entire display section 50a again displays the imaginary stage image G40 that is associated with the stage that is the development source. The surface of the monitor may be displayed. Alternatively, the stage image G40 associated with the stage that is the source of development may also be displayed on the back side of the imaginary monitor.

Furthermore, it may be arranged so that a stage is likely to develop in the normal development pattern, but the stage may not develop. For example, after the stage image G40 serving as the development source disappears, the same stage image G40 may be displayed again.

In addition, in the development of stages according to the special development pattern, the entire display section 50a including the stage image G40 is rotated as an imaginary monitor, but the normal background images G111 to G113 and the effect pattern EZ1 that is being displayed in a variable manner are rotated. ~ EZ3 may be arranged such that only the stage image G40 is rotated, regardless of the stage development according to the special development pattern. Further, the jackpot expectation level related to the preview performance may be associated with the display content of the background image, and the background image may be switched (changed) by rotation of the imaginary monitor. Furthermore, for example, when a reach is established with a production symbol G10 that indicates a relatively low jackpot expectation, the rotation of the imaginary monitor may cause the production symbol G10 that constitutes the reach to have a relatively low jackpot expectation. It may be possible to switch (change) to a higher value.

Furthermore, although character types are associated with stages related to step-up notices, the types that are associated may be changed as appropriate regardless of the characters. For example, the size, shape, or color of something like a window constituting the stage image G40 may be associated with the stage related to the step-up notice. Further, the specific display contents of the stage image G40 and various times related to the step-up notice (normal stay time, normal development time, special stay time, special development time) are not particularly limited, and may be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, the special development time of the virtual monitor is short (for example, 1 second), and the virtual monitor is rotated in such a manner that the process of switching from the display content on the front side to the display content on the back side is difficult to see. Also good.

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Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described based on the basic embodiment of the present invention described above. In the following, the third embodiment will mainly be described with respect to the differences from the basic embodiment. Furthermore, the same reference numerals and terms are used for the same configurations as those in the basic embodiment or similarly corresponding configurations.

The pachinko gaming machine PY3 according to the third embodiment executes a performance flow configuration performance that could not be executed in the basic embodiment in the special figure variation performance related to the special figure 1 in the normal game state and normal performance mode. There is. In other words, there are some differences between the third embodiment and the basic embodiment regarding the special symbol 1 variation pattern that can be determined in the normal gaming state and the special symbol 1 variation pattern determination table related to the normal gaming state.

FIG. 61 is a diagram showing a configuration example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table according to the third embodiment. As shown in FIG. 61, the production flow configuration productions that can be executed in the special symbol variation production based on the special symbol 1 variation pattern in the normal gaming state are development production, normal N reach, special N reach, post-reach notice, and connection production. is included.

The development performance is a performance that suggests whether an L reach or SP reach will be executed, and is executed in a progressive manner immediately after a reach is established after normal fluctuations (a reach notification performance is executed). be done. N reach is a production that suggests whether it will be a loss or develop into L reach or SP reach, and at the end of N reach, a stop display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 indicating a loss is performed and N While the special figure variation effect may end when reaching the reach, the special figure variation effect does not end as it is when a loss is derived in the development effect.

In the development effect, the established reach is maintained, but like the L reach and SP reach, the effect symbols that make up the reach are reduced and moved to a predetermined position that does not interfere with the background image than in the case of the N reach. Moving. Further, with the start of the development effect, the background image is switched from the normal background images G111 to G113 that have been displayed up to that point to a background image dedicated to the development effect (background image for development effect) G117.

Note that the background image G117 for development effect is composed of a 2DCG animation video having a predetermined story. The content of the predetermined story related to the background image G117 for development presentation can be set as appropriate, but in the third embodiment, it is set to the content that the cheering group of the team of the main character is supporting the main character. .

A specific example will be described later, but in the development performance, a common performance (common development performance) is performed in the case of initially developing to L reach and the case of developing to SP reach. Then, at the end of the development performance, a performance (development destination suggestion performance) that suggests the development destination (L reach and SP reach) is executed. If it develops into L reach, a production suggesting that it will develop into L reach (L reach development suggestion production) is executed as a development suggestion production, and if it develops into SP reach, a production suggesting that it will develop into SP reach. (SP reach development suggestion performance) is executed as a development destination suggestion performance.

Normal N reach is a type of N reach in the basic embodiment, and is an N reach in which the post-reach notice described below is not executed. Therefore, substantially, in other words, regarding the content of the performance, the normal N reach and the N reach of the basic embodiment are the same performance.

The special N reach is a type of N reach in the basic embodiment, and is an N reach that is executed so that a post-reach notice, which will be described later, temporarily interrupts the N reach. A specific example will be described later, but most of the presentation contents of the special N reach are the same as the normal N reach. Special N Reach initially starts in the same way as normal N Reach, and a post-reach preview will temporarily interrupt the process, but once the post-reach preview ends, the content will be the same as normal N Reach. Go back and end up in the same way as normal N reach. Therefore, the performance content of the special N reach is the same as the normal N reach, except that a notice after the reach is executed.

In addition, below, the normal N reach and the special N reach may be collectively referred to as "N reach." In addition, the entire performance content of the normal N reach and the portion excluding the post-reach preview of the special N reach may also be referred to as "N reach". In the following, in the special N reach, the part before the post-reach notice is executed may be referred to as the "first half of N reach", and the part after the post-reach notice is executed may be referred to as the "second half of N reach".

In addition, both when the normal N reach is performed and when the special N reach is performed, when the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss, and when the L reach is performed, There are times when it develops and times when it develops into SP reach. In other words, both when a normal N reach is performed and when a special N reach is performed, when the special symbol variation effect ends at the N reach, and after the N reach, the special symbol variation There are times when the performance continues.

The post-reach notice is a performance that increases the expectation level (increases the chance) of reaching a jackpot game state by being executed, and is executed only in the middle of the special N reach.

The connection performance is normally executed when the fluctuation is executed. By executing the connection effect, the normal variation is connected at once to any one of the effects to be connected by the connection effect, specifically, SP reach, development effect, and post-reach notice. In other words, through the connection performance, the SP reach, development performance, or post-reach notice is suddenly executed, skipping the reach establishment (reach establishment notification performance) from the normal variation. In the following, the connection effect when connected to SP reach is referred to as "SP reach connection effect", the connection effect when connected to development effect is referred to as "development effect connection effect", and the connection effect when connected to the post-reach notice is referred to as "development effect connection effect". The connection effect in this case is sometimes referred to as the "post-reach notice connection effect."

When the connection target of the connection effect is SP reach, SP reach is executed after the connection effect is executed. Furthermore, in this case, after the SP reach, there are times when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, and times when performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss. That is, regardless of whether or not the connection performance is executed, there is a possibility of a jackpot or a loss after the SP reach. It should be noted that the performance content of the SP reach when the connection performance is executed is the same as the performance content of the SP reach when the connection performance is not executed.

If the connection target of the connection performance is a development performance, the development performance is executed after the connection performance is executed. Furthermore, in this case, after the development effect, there are times when the game develops into L reach and times when it develops into SP reach. That is, regardless of whether or not the connection performance is executed, after the development performance, there is a possibility that it will develop into L reach and a possibility that it will develop into SP reach. Note that the performance content of the advanced performance when the connection performance is executed is the same as the performance content of the development performance when the connection performance is not executed.

When the connection target of the connection effect is a post-reach notice, the post-reach notice is executed after the connection effect is executed. However, the "post-reach notice" here refers to the post-reach notice that constitutes the special N reach. Therefore, after the post-reach notice in this case, the second half of N reach is executed. In this case, after that, there are times when the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a loss, when they develop to L reach, and when they develop to SP reach. That is, regardless of whether or not the connection performance is executed, after the post-reach notice, there is a possibility of losing, a possibility of developing into L reach, and a possibility of developing into SP reach. It should be noted that the performance content of the special N reach including a notice after the reach when the connection performance is executed is the same as the performance content of the special N reach including the notice after the reach when the connection performance is not executed.

In addition, the content of SP reach, development performance, and reach notice are the same in the case where the connection performance was not executed and the case where the connection performance was executed, but in the following cases, the connection performance was not executed. The SP reach, development effect, and post-reach notice in this case are referred to as "normal SP reach," "normal development effect," and "normal post-reach notice," and the SP reach, development effect, and notice when the connection effect is executed. The post-reach notice is sometimes referred to as "special SP reach," "special development performance," and "special post-reach notice."

In addition, specific examples will be described later, but in the connection performance, first, there is a common performance (common connection performance) in the case of connecting to SP reach, the case of connecting to development performance, and the case of connecting to post-reach notice. is executed. Then, at the end of the connection performance, a performance (connection destination suggestion performance) that suggests the connection destination (SP reach, development performance, and post-reach notice) is executed. When connected to SP Reach, a performance suggesting that it is connected to SP Reach (SP Reach connection suggestion performance) is executed as a connection destination suggestion performance, and when connected to a development performance, it is connected to the development performance. If a performance that suggests (development performance connection suggestion performance) is executed as a connection destination suggestion performance, and it is connected to a post-reach notice, a performance that suggests that it will be connected to a post-reach notice (post-reach notice connection suggestion performance) is executed. It is executed as a connection destination suggestion performance.

In addition, in 3rd Embodiment, 11 types of special figure 1 variation patterns concerning a jackpot are set. The name of each special figure 1 variation pattern related to the jackpot is as shown in the item "Special figure 1 variation pattern" described in FIG. 61. In addition, 12 types of special symbol 1 variation patterns related to reach and loss are set. The name of each special figure 1 variation pattern related to reach and loss is as shown in the item "Special figure 1 variation pattern" described in FIG. 61.

Next, the step-up notice will be explained. The step-up notice is a performance that, when executed, increases the expectation level (increases the chance) of reaching a jackpot game state, and is executed in normal fluctuations. There are cases where the step-up notice constitutes a connection effect, and cases where it does not constitute a connection effect. Hereinafter, a step-up notice that does not constitute a connection effect may be referred to as a "normal step-up notice", and a step-up notice that constitutes a connection effect may be referred to as a "special step-up notice". That is, there are two types of step-up notices (step-up notice connection effect types) that are associated with whether or not to constitute a connection effect: a normal step-up notice and a special step-up notice.

Further, the step-up notice is a performance in which the stage associated with the notice can be advanced (stepped up). There are three stages, 1st stage to 3rd stage, associated with the step-up notice. In the third embodiment, the step-up notice starts from the first stage, and thereafter, the stage may not progress or the stage may progress. If no progress is made, the step-up notice that started from the first stage will end at the first stage. On the other hand, when the step-up notice starts from the first stage, it develops to the second stage, and the step-up notice ends at the second stage. There are times when the step-up notice progresses to the third stage and ends at the third stage.

The stage at which the step-up notice ends is referred to as the "final stage number." The final stage number related to the step-up notice is associated with the possibility/expectation level of a jackpot (jackpot expectation level) in the special chart 1 variable display where the step-up notice is executed. In the third embodiment, the jackpot expectation level associated with the final stage number is high in the order of first stage < second stage < third stage.

Note that, hereinafter, a step-up notice whose final stage number is the first stage will be referred to as a "first step-up notice." Similarly, a step-up notice whose final stage number is the second stage is called a "second step-up notice", and a step-up notice whose final stage number is the third stage is called a "third step-up notice". It is called. That is, there are three types of step-up notices (step-up notice final stage number types) that are associated with the final stage number: the first step-up notice to the third step-up notice.

The third stage related to the step-up notice includes one that constitutes a connection destination suggestion performance and one that does not constitute a connection destination suggestion performance. Hereinafter, the third stage that does not constitute a connection destination suggestion performance may be referred to as a "normal third stage", and the third stage that constitutes a connection destination suggestion performance may be referred to as a "special third stage". A step-up notice that develops to the third special stage constitutes a special step-up notice (third special step-up notice), and other step-up notices, namely, the first step-up notice, the second step-up notice, and the normal step-up notice. A step-up notice that develops to the third stage (third normal step-up notice) constitutes a normal step-up notice.

The special 3rd stage includes those that make up the SP reach connection suggestion performance (special 3rd stage A), those that make up the development performance connection suggestion performance (special 3rd stage B), and the post-reach preview connection suggestion performance. (special third stage C). Note that the part up to the second stage in the special step-up notice, in other words, the part up to the second stage when the special step-up notice eventually develops to the third stage constitutes a connection common performance.

Furthermore, whether the stage progresses to the normal third stage or the special third stage, the contents of the first stage and second stage are the same. Therefore, when the step-up notice has progressed to the second stage, it is difficult for the player to recognize whether a normal step-up notice or a special step-up notice is being executed. .

Further, the stages related to the step-up notice (first stage, second stage, normal third stage, special third stage A, special third stage B, special third stage C) are associated with images. FIG. 62 shows images associated with each stage. The image (stage image) G50 associated with the stage includes an image (first stage image) G50A (FIG. 62(A)) associated with the first stage, and an image (stage image) associated with the second stage ( 2nd stage image) G50B (Fig. 62(B)), an image normally associated with the 3rd stage (normal 3rd stage image) G50C (Fig. 62(C)), and a special 3rd stage A The image (special third stage A image) G50D (Fig. 62(D)), the image (special third stage B) G50E (Fig. 62(E)) associated with the special third stage B, There is an image (special third stage C) G50F (FIG. 62(E)) associated with the third stage C.

In the step-up notice, when the first stage image G50A is displayed, it stays in the first stage, when the second stage image G50B is displayed, it stays in the second stage, and normally the third stage image G50C is displayed. Stays in the normal third stage when the special third stage A image G50D is displayed, stays in the special third stage A when the special third stage A image G50D is displayed, and stays in the special third stage A when the special third stage B image G50E is displayed This means that the user is staying in the special third stage B, and is staying in the special third stage C when the special third stage C image G50F is displayed.

The first stage image G50A to the special third stage C image G50F are commonly based on something like a horizontally long rectangular window. In the center of each window relating to the first stage image G50A, the second stage image G50B, and the normal third stage image G50C, the bust-up appearance of different characters as seen from the front is displayed. In other words, each stage has a character type associated with it. Specifically, character A is associated with the first stage, character B is associated with the second stage, and character C is usually associated with the third stage. On the other hand, in the center of each window related to the special 3rd stage A image G50D, the special 3rd stage B image G50E, and the special 3rd stage C image G50F, the initial display content of the effect related to each connection destination is displayed. There is. In other words, each stage is associated with an object to which it connects. Note that the first stage image G50A to special third stage C image G50F are displayed in a superimposed manner on the normal background images G111 to G113 and the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 that are being variably displayed.

Further, when the step-up notice is being executed, two or more of the first stage image G50A to the special third stage C image G50F are not displayed at the same time. Throughout one step-up notice, two or more of the first stage image G50A to special third stage C image G50F may be displayed sequentially in different time periods, but at each moment, the Only one of the 1st stage image G50A to the special 3rd stage C image G50F is displayed. Then, the stage associated with any one of the displayed first stage image G50A to special third stage C image G50F is the stage currently being stayed.

Next, specific examples of various performances that can be performed by the pachinko game machine PY3 will be explained. FIG. 63 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of the special N reach including a notice after the normal reach, FIG. 64 is a diagram explaining a specific example of the normal development effect, and FIG. 65 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of the 3rd normal step-up notice FIG. 66 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a connection from a reach-to-reach notice connection performance to a post-reach notice, and FIG. 67 is a diagram illustrating a connection from a development performance connection performance to a development performance. FIG. 68 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of connection from SP reach connection performance to SP reach.

First, a specific example of special N reach including a notice after normal reach will be explained. As mentioned above, the post-reach notice is usually executed in the middle of N reach. For example, as shown in FIG. 63(A), a post-reach notice is executed when a predetermined time (for example, 4 seconds) has elapsed since the start of N reach (the first half of N reach). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 63(B), an image (post-reach preview image) G51 associated with the after-reach preview image is cut into the entire display section 50a. The post-reach preview image G51 is displayed for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds). In other words, the performance time of the after-reach notice is a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds).

When the normal post-reach notice ends, the second half of N reach is subsequently executed, as shown in FIG. 63(C). However, here, the process is executed from the point at which the post-reach notice in normal N reach ends. In other words, in the special N reach, the post-reach notice was executed in a superimposed manner while the N reach was being executed without interruption, just like the normal N reach (when the post-reach notice was not executed). . Visually, it appears that N-Reach has been interrupted, but internally (in terms of control), N-Reach was being executed in parallel while the post-Reach notice was being executed. However, N reach may be stopped in response to the start of the post-reach notice, and N reach may be restarted (temporarily interrupted) in response to the end of the post-reach notice. In this way, in the special N reach, the production flow is developed as follows: "First half of N reach → Preview after reach → Second half of N reach".

Next, a specific example of the normal development effect will be explained. As mentioned above, the normal development performance is executed immediately after the reach is established. For example, as shown in FIG. 21(D), when a reach is established (when a reach notification effect is executed), a scene is changed (display An effect for switching the background image in the section 50a is executed. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 64(A), an image G52 representing a pair of left and right sliding doors that can be opened and closed is displayed on the entire display section 50a.

Although a detailed explanation will be omitted, the fusuma represented by the fusuma image G52 has a fusuma (left fusuma) placed on the left side and a fusuma (right fusuma) placed on the right side. The sliding door fades in from the left end of the display section 50a and moves to the right, the right sliding door fades in from the right end of the display section 50a and moves to the left, and the two fusuma images G52 are completely displayed. The entire display section 50a appears to be covered. When the sliding door image G52 is completely displayed, the normal background image G111 that has been displayed until then, the left performance pattern EZ1 and the right performance pattern EZ3 forming the reach are covered and become completely invisible.

When a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed since the fusuma image G52 was completely displayed, the left fusuma moves to the left so that the fusuma represented by the fusuma image G52 opens. The right sliding door moves to the right, fades out from the right end of the display section 50a, and the sliding sliding door image G52 completely disappears. Then, at this time, the normal development effect is started, and as shown in FIG. 64(B), the background image G117 for development effect is displayed as a background image on the entire display section 50a, and compared to when the reach is established, A left effect pattern EZ1 and a right effect pattern EZ3 forming a reach in a reduced state and moved to the left and right upper corners of the display section 50a appear.

The background image G117 for development effect is displayed because it is composed of an animation video having a storyline in which the main character's team's cheering group is cheering for the main character. Sometimes the story progresses appropriately. Then, when the story associated with the background image G117 for development effect reaches its climax, as shown in FIG. ). In this way, the portion from the start of the development performance until reaching the production development branching point constitutes the development common performance.

Then, when the production development branch point develops into SP reach, as shown in FIG. 64 (D-1), the SP reach development suggestion production is finally performed in the development production background image G117. After the associated scene is displayed, the development effect ends and SP reach starts. On the other hand, when the performance development branch point develops to L reach, as shown in FIG. After the associated scene is displayed, the development effect ends and the L reach starts.

In this way, in the development production, when the development common production is executed and the production development branching point is reached, the SP reach development suggestion production or the L reach development suggestion production is finally executed as the development destination suggestion production. , develops into SP reach or L reach.

Next, a specific example of the third normal step-up notice will be explained. As shown in FIG. 65(A), the third normal step-up notice is started when a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed since the start of the variable display (normal variation) of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3. Ru. When the third normal step-up notice is started, first, as shown in FIG. 65(B), the first stage image G50A associated with the first stage is displayed at approximately the center of the display section 50a.

When a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) has elapsed since the first stage image G50A was displayed, the first stage image G50A disappears, and then for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds), as shown in FIG. seconds) have elapsed, the second stage image G50B associated with the second stage is displayed at approximately the center of the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 65(D). This means that the step-up notice has progressed to the second stage.

When a predetermined period of time (for example, 1 second) has elapsed since the second stage image G50B was displayed, the second stage image G50B disappears, and then for a predetermined period of time (for example, 0.5 seconds), as shown in FIG. seconds) have elapsed, the normal third stage image G50C associated with the normal third stage is displayed at approximately the center of the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 65(E). This means that the step-up notice has normally evolved to the third stage. Since the stages related to the step-up notice have been developed up to this point, the normal third stage image G50C disappears and any stage image G50 is not displayed anymore, as shown in FIG. 65(G). It never happens.

Although FIG. 65 shows a specific example of the third normal step-up notice that normally develops to the third stage, for example, if it is a second step-up notice that develops to the second stage, ) The step-up notice ends at the stage shown in FIG. 65(C), and if it is the first step-up notice, the step-up notice ends at the stage shown in FIG. 65(C).

In addition, in the third embodiment, for all step-up notices, the start time based on the start of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3, in other words, the timing at which the first stage image G50A is displayed is the same. is set to . Furthermore, the time during which each stage image G50A to G50F is displayed, in other words, the time spent at each stage, and the time from when one stage image G50 disappears until the next stage image G50 is displayed are also the same. is set to .

Next, a specific example of the connection from the after-reach notice connection performance to the after-reach notice will be explained. The special step-up notice (special C step-up notice) that develops to the special third stage C is developed to the second stage, and as shown in FIG. 66(A), the second stage image G50B is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, when the second stage image G50B is erased (not shown) and then developed to the special third stage C, the special third stage C is displayed approximately in the center of the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. Image G50F is displayed. The display content of the special third stage C image G50F represents the initial display content of the post-reach preview image G51. In detail, the display content of the special third stage C image G50F represents the display content of the after-reach preview image G51 almost as is. In this way, the part up to the display of the second stage image G50B in the special C step-up notice constitutes the connection common effect, and the display of the special third stage C image G50F in FIG. 66(B) constitutes the post-reach notice connection effect. Configure.

Then, when a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed since the special third stage C image G50F was displayed, the after-reach notice is started. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 66(C), the special third stage C image G50F, which represents almost the display content of the post-reach preview image G51 as it is, expands as a whole and covers the entire display section 50a. As a result, the image has evolved into the post-reach preview image G51. In other words, by enlarging the special third stage C image G50F and displaying it on the entire display section 50a, the after-reach notice connection suggestion performance ends and the after-reach notice starts as it is. This constitutes the connection from the after-reach notice connection suggestion performance by the display of the special third stage C image G50F to the after-reach notice. In addition, the post-reach notice that is executed progressively from the step-up notice in this way constitutes a special post-reach notice.

After the special after-reach notice starts, when the same presentation time as the normal after-reach notice has elapsed, as shown in FIG. 66(D), the after-reach notice image G51 is erased and the special after-reach notice is displayed. At the end of the notice, the second half of N reach is executed as in the case of the normal notice after reach. The subsequent developments are also the same as in the case of normal post-reach notices.

Next, a specific example of the connection from the development performance connection performance to the development performance will be explained. The special step-up notice (special B step-up notice) that develops to the special third stage B is developed to the second stage, and as shown in FIG. 67(A), the second stage image G50B is displayed on the display section 50a. , the second stage image G50B is erased (not shown), and then, when the special third stage B stage is developed, the special third stage B image is displayed approximately in the center of the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. 67(B). G50E is displayed. The display content of the special third stage B image G50E represents the display content of the development effect background image G117. In detail, the display content of the special third stage B image G50E is almost the same as the display content at the start of the development effect background image G117. In this way, the part up to the display of the second stage image G50B in the special B step-up notice constitutes the connection common effect, and the display of the special third stage B image G50E in FIG. 67(B) constitutes the development effect connection effect. do.

Then, when a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed since the special third stage B image G50E was displayed, the development effect is started. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 67(C), the special third stage B image G50E, which represents almost the display contents at the start of the development effect background image G117, is enlarged as a whole and the display section By extending to the entire area 50a, the background image G117 has evolved. In other words, when the special third stage B image G50E is enlarged and displayed on the entire display section 50a, the development effect connection suggestion effect ends and the development effect starts. This constitutes the connection from the development performance connection suggestion performance by the display of the special third stage B image G50E to the development performance. Further, the development performance that is progressively executed from the step-up notice in this way constitutes a special development performance.

In addition, in response to the change from the special third stage B image G50E to the development performance background image G117, a left performance pattern EZ1 and a right performance pattern EZ3, which form the same reach as in the case of the normal development performance, appear. Specifically, the left performance symbol EZ1 in a temporary stop display state that is reduced in size compared to when the reach is established appears in the upper left corner of the display section 50a, and the temporary stop display is approximately the same size as the left performance symbol EZ1. A right effect pattern EZ3 of the state appears at the upper right corner of the display section 50a.

When the special development performance is started, from then on, as shown in FIG. 67(D), the development performance is developed in the same way as in the case of the normal development performance, and eventually develops into SP reach or L reach.

Next, a specific example of connection from SP reach connection performance to SP reach will be explained. The special step-up notice (special A step-up notice) that develops to the special third stage A is developed to the second stage, and as shown in FIG. 68(A), the second stage image G50B is displayed on the display section 50a. Then, when the second stage image G50B is erased (not shown) and then developed to the special third stage A, the special third stage A is displayed approximately in the center of the display section 50a, as shown in FIG. Image G50D is displayed. The display content of the special third stage A image G50D represents the display content of the SP reach background image G115. In detail, the display content of the special third stage A image G50D is almost the same as the display content at the start of the SP reach background image G115.

Then, when a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds) has elapsed since the special third stage A image G50D was displayed, SP reach is started. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 68(C), the special third stage A image G50D, which represents almost the display content at the start of the SP reach background image G115, is enlarged as a whole and the display section By extending to the entire 50a, the background image for SP reach has evolved into the background image G115. In other words, when the special third stage A image G50D is enlarged and displayed on the entire display section 50a, the SP reach connection suggestion performance ends and the SP reach starts. This constitutes the connection to SP reach from the SP reach connection suggestion effect by displaying the special third stage A image G50D. Further, the SP reach that is executed progressively from the step-up notice in this way constitutes a special SP reach. In addition, in response to the change from the special third stage A image G50D to the background image G115 for SP ready-to-go, a left effect pattern EZ1 and a right effect pattern EZ3 forming the same reach as in the case of normal SP ready-to-reach appear. Specifically, the left performance symbol EZ1 in a temporary stop display state that is reduced in size compared to when the reach is established appears in the upper left corner of the display section 50a, and the temporary stop display is approximately the same size as the left performance symbol EZ1. A right effect pattern EZ3 of the state appears at the upper right corner of the display section 50a.

Once the special SP reach is started, from then on, as shown in FIG. 68(D), the SP reach is developed in the same way as in the case of the normal SP reach.

As shown in FIGS. 65 to 68, when the step-up notice progresses to the second stage and the second-stage image G50B disappears, the step-up notice ends there and the step-up notice normally progresses to the third stage. There are times when it develops into special third stage A, times when it develops into special third stage B, and times when it develops into special third stage C. Therefore, the disappearance of the second stage image G50B is a turning point as to whether or not the step-up notice will continue, a turning point as to whether or not the connection suggestion effect will be executed, and which connection suggestion effect will be executed. It constitutes a turning point.

In addition, the portion up to the display of the second stage image G50B in the special A step-up notice, special B step-up notice, and special C step-up notice constitutes a connection common effect, and the special third step C in FIG. 66(B) The display of the image G50F constitutes the after-reach notice connection effect, the display of the special third stage B image G50E in FIG. 67(B) constitutes the development effect connection effect, and the special third stage A image in FIG. 68(B) The display of G50D constitutes the SP reach connection effect.

Next, an example of the control contents related to the step-up notice and the connection effect will be mainly explained. The control contents described below are examples of control contents related to performances such as step-up notices and connection performances, so the control contents are not limited to the following contents and may be changed as appropriate. good.

As mentioned above, the connection performance is a performance flow composition performance and is incorporated into the special figure fluctuation pattern. Therefore, the production control microcomputer 121, for example, in step S4306, if the received special figure fluctuation pattern includes a connection production in the production flow composition production in the normal gaming state and the normal production mode, After determining a special pattern variation performance pattern showing the performance flow of the special pattern variation performance based on the special pattern pattern shown in FIG. 61, a special pattern variation start command indicating the special pattern variation performance pattern is transmitted to the image control board 150. . When the image CPU 151 of the image control board 150 receives the special figure variation start command, it executes a special step-up notice including various connection effects, as shown in FIGS. 66 to 68, and SP reach from various connection suggestion effects. , development performance, and connection to post-reach notice.

On the other hand, when the production control microcomputer 121 is in the normal gaming state and normal production mode, if the received special figure variation pattern does not include a connection production in the production flow composition production, the production control microcomputer 121 issues a command to the special figure variation start command. Based on this, a step-up notice execution determination is made to determine whether or not to execute the step-up notice.

The step-up notice execution determination is executed with reference to the step-up notice execution determination table. FIG. 69 shows an example of the structure of the step-up notice execution determination table. As shown in FIG. 69, the step-up notice execution determination table is associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern. Specifically, the step-up notice execution determination table is one for normal development SP jackpot variation, one for normal N-with SP jackpot variation, one for normal N-no SP jackpot variation, and one for normal development L jackpot variation. , Normally for N and L jackpot fluctuations, Normally for N and no L jackpot fluctuations, Normally for developed SP loss fluctuations, Normally for N and SP loss fluctuations, Normally for N and no SP loss fluctuations, Normally developed L for loss variation, Normally for N with L loss variation, Normally for N without L loss variation, N for loss variation, Normal A for loss variation, Normal B for loss variation. There is also one for changing the normal C loss. Each step-up notice execution determination table shown in FIG. 69 is appropriately configured so that the selection rate for executing/not executing the step-up notice becomes a predetermined selection rate shown in FIG. 69.

As shown in FIG. 69, "Execute" may be selected for both jackpot fluctuations and loss fluctuations. Therefore, when the step-up notice is executed, there is a possibility of a jackpot game state. That is, the step-up notice is an effect that suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot game state. In other words, it is an effect that, when executed, increases the level of expectation for a jackpot game state (increases the chance). In addition, "Execute" may be selected in the case of a special pattern variation in which a reach is achieved and in the case of a special pattern variation pattern in which a reach is not achieved. Therefore, when the step-up notice is executed, there is a possibility that reach will be established. In other words, the step-up notice is a performance that suggests that there is a possibility that reach will be achieved.

When the performance control microcomputer 121 determines to execute a step-up notice in the step-up notice execution determination, it subsequently performs a final stage number determination to determine the final stage number based on the special figure variation start command. .

The final stage number determination is performed with reference to the final stage number determination table. An example of the configuration of the final stage number determination table is shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 70, the final stage number determination table is associated with the special figure fluctuation pattern. Specifically, the final stage number determination tables include one for normal development SP jackpot fluctuations, one for normal SP jackpot fluctuations with N, one for normal N-no SP jackpot fluctuations, one for normal development L jackpot fluctuations, Normally N with L jackpot fluctuations, Normally N without L jackpot fluctuations, Normally developed SP loss fluctuations, Normal N with SP loss fluctuations, Normal Nless SP loss fluctuations, Normal There are provided one for fluctuation of development L loss, one for fluctuation of normal N and L loss, one for fluctuation of normal N and no L loss, one for fluctuation of N loss, and one for fluctuation of normal A loss. Each final stage number determination table shown in FIG. 70 is appropriately configured so that the selection rate for each final stage number becomes a predetermined selection rate shown in FIG. 70.

As shown in FIG. 70, in the case of SP reach variation (SP jackpot variation, SP loss variation), L reach variation (L jackpot variation, L loss variation), and N loss variation, "second stage", " However, in the case of A loss variation, it is not normally determined to be the "second stage" or "third stage". Therefore, when the step-up notice progresses to the second stage or the third stage, it is determined that reach will be established, L reach will be executed, or SP reach will be executed. In other words, the development to the second stage and the development to the third stage in the step-up notice are effects that suggest the establishment of reach, execution of L reach, or execution of SP reach.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 70, the "third stage" can be determined for both SP reach fluctuations (SP jackpot fluctuations, SP loss fluctuations) and L reach fluctuations (L jackpot fluctuations, L loss fluctuations). However, in the case of N loss fluctuation, the "third stage" is not determined. Therefore, when the step-up notice progresses to the third stage, it is confirmed that L reach or SP reach will be executed. In other words, the development to the third stage in the step-up notice is a performance that suggests the execution of L reach or SP reach.

When the performance control microcomputer 121 completes the final stage number determination, the performance control microcomputer 121 sends a command (normal step-up notice execution command) indicating the determination result (result of the final stage number determination) indicating the performance content related to the normal step-up notice to the performance RAM 124. set in the output buffer of

The normal step-up notice execution command set in the output buffer is transmitted to the image control board 140 through command transmission processing (S4004). When the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 receives the normal step-up notice execution command, when a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the start of the special figure variation effect, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 displays the normal step-up notice execution command indicated by the normal step-up notice execution command on the display unit 50a. Start a step-up notice. Specifically, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 appropriately executes a normal step-up notice as illustrated in FIG. 65 on the display unit 50a.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY3, a jackpot determination is made as to whether it is a jackpot (specific result) or a loss (non-specific result), and when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot (specific result), A game control microcomputer 101 (game execution means) that may create a jackpot game state (specific game state) advantageous to the player, and a performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) that may execute a performance on the display section 50a. ), and when the performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) makes a jackpot determination, it displays the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) in a variable manner on the display section 50a, and then displays the result of the jackpot determination. It may be stopped and displayed in a suggestive manner, and the display manner of fluctuating display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) includes a normal fluctuating manner (first display manner) and a normal fluctuating manner (first display manner). There is also a reach variation mode (second display mode) that suggests that there is a high possibility of becoming a jackpot gaming state (specific gaming state), and the production control microcomputer 121 (production execution means) When changing the display mode of the variation display of (identification information) to the reach variation mode (second display mode), it is possible to execute a reach establishment (notification effect) that notifies that the reach variation mode (second display mode) is set. Yes, after the fluctuating display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) is performed in the normal variation mode (first display mode), the fluctuating display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) is performed after the reach is established. When the fluctuating mode (second display mode) is used and the fluctuating display of production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) is being performed in the reach variation mode (second display mode), a jackpot gaming state (specific gaming state) occurs. When performing SP reach, development effects, and post-reach notices (specific effects) that suggest that there is a possibility, the variable display of the effect patterns EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) is displayed in a normal variable mode (first display mode). , execute a connection destination suggestion performance (suggestion performance) that suggests that SP reach, development performance, and post-reach notice (specific performance) will be executed, and perform the connection destination suggestion performance (suggestion performance). Depending on the execution of the above, SP reach, development effects, and post-reach notices (specific effects) may be executed without executing reach establishment (notification effect), so it is possible to surprise the player and create a new jackpot. This gives the player a sense of expectation for the game and increases the interest in the game.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PY3, the performance control microcomputer 121 (performance execution means) performs variable display of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3 (identification information) in the normal variation mode (first display mode). , a step-up notice (notice performance) in which the stages can be developed may be executed, and when the step-up notice (notice performance) starts at the first stage (first stage) and ends at the first stage. , there are times when the game develops to the third stage (second stage), which suggests that there is a higher possibility of becoming a jackpot gaming state (specific gaming state) than the first stage, and as the third stage (second stage), When executing a connection destination suggestion performance (suggestive performance) and when performing a non-suggestion performance (usually the third stage) that does not suggest that SP reach, development performance, and post-reach notice (specific performance) will be executed. This gives the player a sense of excitement, further increasing the interest in the game.

(Example of modification of third embodiment)
Next, a modification example of the pachinko gaming machine PY3 according to the third embodiment will be described. Note that it is also possible to appropriately combine the modification examples described below.

Normal step-up notices and special step-up notices can be executed in the normal gaming state, but the gaming states in which normal step-up notices and special step-up notices can be executed can be changed as appropriate, and high probability high base games It may also be possible to execute it in other gaming states such as a state or a low probability high base gaming state. In addition, normal step-up notices and special step-up notices can be executed in normal production mode, but the production mode in which normal step-up notices and special step-up notices can be executed can be changed as appropriate, and fixed variation production mode is possible. It may also be possible to execute it in other presentation modes such as or time-saving presentation mode. Further, throughout the entire game, the normal step-up notice and the special step-up notice may be made executable in a plurality of types of game states and production modes.

Further, although the final stage number related to the step-up notice is the third stage, it may be the second stage, or any one of the fourth stage or higher. Furthermore, although the final stage number is associated with the jackpot expectation level, the suggestion target is not limited to the jackpot expectation level and may be changed as appropriate. For example, a jackpot game with a relatively large number of round games, a jackpot game with a relatively large number of prize balls that can be obtained in the jackpot game, or a high probability state or a time saving state after the jackpot game is advantageous to the player. The possibility of reaching a specific jackpot game state, such as a jackpot game that transitions to a game state, may be associated with the final stage number. Alternatively, the possibility that a performance indicating that there is a high possibility of a jackpot game state such as SP reach may be executed may be associated with the final stage number.

Further, although there is a type of third stage that constitutes a connection destination suggestion performance, it is also possible to have a connection destination suggestion performance in the first stage or the second stage. Further, there may be a fourth or higher stage, and there may be a connection destination suggestion effect in the fourth or higher stage. Furthermore, there may be a plurality of types of stages configuring the connection destination suggestion performance. In this case, for example, the number of types of connection destination suggestion effects may increase as the level increases. Further, as the stage becomes higher, the degree of expectation of a jackpot related to the performance of the connection destination, which constitutes the connection destination suggestion performance, may become higher.

Furthermore, although the step-up notice progresses one step at a time, it may be possible to develop multiple steps in one development, for example, from one step to three steps.

Furthermore, the step-up notice always ends when it progresses to the stage of configuring the connection destination suggestion performance, but it may be configured such that it may not end. For example, a stage image G50 associated with a stage of configuring a connection destination suggestion effect is displayed and then disappears, and then a stage image G50 that is not associated with a stage of configuring a connection destination suggestion effect is displayed. You can make it happen. Alternatively, the stage image G50 associated with a stage of configuring a certain connection destination suggestion performance is displayed and then disappears, and then the stage image G50 associated with a stage of configuring the same connection destination suggestion performance, or A stage image G50 associated with a stage constituting another connection destination suggestion effect may be displayed. If the stage of configuring the previous connection destination suggestion performance and the stage of configuring the subsequent connection destination suggestion performance are different, the jackpot expectation level associated with the target performance of the subsequent connection destination suggestion performance will be different from that of the previous connection destination suggestion performance. The possibility may be set such that the probability is higher than the jackpot expectation level associated with the performance that is the target of the connection destination suggestion performance.

The connection targets of the connection performance are the after-reach notice, the development performance, and the SP reach, but the connection targets are not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate. For example, the connection target of the connection performance may be a temporary stop display in a manner indicating a jackpot of the performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3. In addition, in detail, the connection effect is connected at the beginning of the post-reach preview, development presentation, and SP reach, but it may be connected in the middle of the post-reach notice, development presentation, and SP reach. It's okay. For example, from the connection performance, the operation promotion performance may be started at the middle scene of SP Reach (for example, the scene where the main character throws a ball as shown in Figure 26(A)) or at the winning/losing point in the final phase of SP Reach. It may also be configured so that it may be connected to a scene where

Furthermore, although character types are associated with the first stage, second stage, and normal third stage related to the step-up notice, the characters that are associated with each other may be changed as appropriate. For example, the size, shape, or color of something like a window forming the stage image G50 may be associated with the stage related to the step-up notice. Further, the specific display contents of the step image G50 and the various times related to the step-up notice are not particularly limited, and may be changed as appropriate.

7. Other modification examples Next, other modification examples of the pachinko gaming machine PY according to the basic embodiment and the pachinko gaming machines PY1 according to the first embodiment to pachinko gaming machines PY3 according to the third embodiment are described below. explain. Hereinafter, the basic embodiment and the pachinko gaming machines PY1 according to the first embodiment to the pachinko gaming machines PY3 according to the third embodiment will be referred to as "pachinko gaming machines PY, etc.".

In pachinko gaming machines such as PY, the display unit 50a is used to variably display the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in order to notify the results of the special drawing lottery. (Slot machine)" A drum with a symbol displayed thereon may be provided, and the drum may be variably displayed to notify the result of the special drawing lottery.

Further, in the pachinko game machine PY, the big prize opening 14 can be opened in a jackpot game, but a winning area other than the big prize opening 14 that can be opened in a jackpot game may be provided.

Furthermore, in pachinko gaming machines such as PY, when a particular jackpot symbol type is determined, the game always proceeds in a high probability state after the jackpot game. That is, the setting of the high probability state is associated with the jackpot symbol type. However, the setting conditions for the high probability state may be changed. For example, apart from the big winning device 14D, a second big winning device that can be opened and closed and into which a game ball can enter when opened is provided at a position in the gaming area 6 that can be reached by the game ball. In a predetermined round game, when the second big winning device is opened and the game ball that enters the second big winning device passes through a specific area provided on the downstream side, a high probability state occurs as the jackpot game ends. may be set.

In this case, for example, the second jackpot device releases a specific jackpot symbol (jackpot symbol that makes it easy to set a high probability state) for a time when it is easy to enter the ball (for example, 29.5 seconds), and the second jackpot device A non-specific jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that is difficult to set a high probability state) that is released for a difficult time (for example, 0.5 seconds) can be provided. Further, there are a specific area and a non-specific area as areas through which the winning game ball can pass through the second grand prize winning device, and a sorting device is provided for distributing the game ball into the specific area and the non-specific area. Although the opening time of the second grand prize device is the same, the combination of the opening mode of the second grand prize device and the operating mode of the sorting device creates a jackpot pattern and a high probability state that make it easy to set a high probability state. It is also possible to provide jackpot symbols that are difficult to set.

In addition, in a pachinko game machine PY, etc., the game control board 100 performs basic control related to the progress of the game, and the performance control board 100 performs basic control related to the progress of the performance according to the progress of the game (control of the game). 120, game control and performance control are performed by different boards, but they may be configured to be performed by a single board. In this case, the image control board 140 may be included in that one board, or may be provided separately from that one board.

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, as well as reel-type gaming machines (so-called "slot machines").

8. Inventions Disclosed in the Above-mentioned Embodiments The following inventions A to D have been disclosed up to the previous paragraph of this [Detailed Description of the Invention]. In the description of Inventions A to D, the names and expressions of corresponding components in the embodiments 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. Invention A is a generic term for inventions A1 to A3 below, invention B is a generic term for inventions B1 to B2 below, invention C is a generic term for inventions C1 to C3 below, and invention D is a generic term for inventions A1 to A3 below. , is a general term for the following inventions D1 to D3.

In addition, according to invention A, there is an effect of improving game interest with respect to problem 1 described below regarding the gaming machine described in JP-A-2019-000700. In the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2019-000700, when a predetermined condition such as a game ball entering a starting hole is met, a jackpot determination is made to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. When a jackpot determination is made, a variable display of performance symbols is executed on the display section. After the variable display of the performance symbols is performed, the static display of the performance symbols is performed in a manner that shows the jackpot determination result. When the performance symbols are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, a special game advantageous to the player may be executed. However, there is still room for improvement in gaming machines that display performance symbols in a variable or static manner in order to improve the game's interest. Therefore, the first objective is to provide a new gaming machine that improves gaming enjoyment.

Furthermore, according to invention B, there is an effect of improving the interest in playing the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2018-099600 with respect to problem 2 described below. In the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-099600, when a predetermined condition such as a game ball entering a starting hole is satisfied, a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. When a jackpot determination is made, a variable display of performance symbols is executed on the display section. The display mode of the variable display of performance symbols includes a special variation mode that can be executed when the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot, but is not executed when the result is a loss. However, in order to improve the enjoyment of the game, there are still efforts to improve the interest of gaming machines in which variable display of production symbols is performed in a special variation mode that can be executed in the case of a jackpot, but not in the case of a loss. There is room for improvement. Therefore, the second problem is to provide a new gaming machine that improves gaming enjoyment.

Furthermore, according to invention C, there is an effect of improving the interest in playing the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2019-118416 with respect to problem 3 described below. In the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2019-118416, when a predetermined condition such as a game ball entering a starting hole is satisfied, a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. When a jackpot determination is made, a variable display of special symbols is executed. After the special symbols are displayed in a variable manner, the special symbols are stopped and displayed in a manner that indicates the jackpot determination result. When the special symbols are stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a jackpot, the special game state may be controlled to be advantageous to the player. A predetermined image may be displayed when the special symbols are displayed in a variable manner, but the display content of the predetermined image may change (switch). However, there is still room for improvement in gaming machines in which the display content of a predetermined image may change (switch) in order to improve the game's interest. Therefore, the third problem is to provide a new gaming machine that improves gaming enjoyment.

Further, according to invention D, there is an effect of improving the interest in playing the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2019-000700 with respect to problem 4 described below. In the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2019-000700, when a predetermined condition such as a game ball entering a starting hole is met, a jackpot determination is made to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. When a jackpot determination is made, a variable display of performance symbols is executed on the display section. After the variable display of the performance symbols is performed, the static display of the performance symbols is performed in a manner that shows the jackpot determination result. Here, the display mode of the fluctuating display of the performance symbols includes a normal mode and a reach mode that suggests that the possibility of a jackpot is higher than the normal mode, and the display mode of the fluctuating display of the production symbol is the reach mode When doing so, a reach-to-reach effect may be executed to notify that a reach mode is reached, and after performing a fluctuating display of the production symbols in the normal mode, a reach-to-achieve effect is executed, and then a fluctuating display of the production symbols is performed. When performing in the ready-to-reach mode and displaying fluctuating performance symbols in the ready-to-reach mode, SP reach or L reach may be executed, which suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot. However, after executing a performance that notifies the player that the display mode of the fluctuating display of performance symbols will be a display mode that suggests that there is a relatively high possibility that the game state will be advantageous to the player, There is still room for improvement in order to improve the game's interest in gaming machines that sometimes execute performances that indicate that there is a possibility of entering a gaming state. Therefore, the fourth problem is to provide a new gaming machine that improves gaming enjoyment.

8-1-1. Invention A1
The gaming machine according to invention A1 is
A main judgment (jackpot judgment, jackpot symbol type judgment, special pattern variation pattern judgment) including judgment as to whether it is a specific result (jackpot) or a non-specific result (loss) is performed, and the result of the main judgment is the specified result. a game execution means (game control microcomputer 101) that may execute a specific game (jackpot game) advantageous to the player when
Equipped with a performance execution means (performance control microcomputer 121) that may execute a performance on the display section,
When the main determination is made, the performance execution means may display the identification information (performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3) in a variable manner on the display section, and then stop and display the identification information in a manner suggesting the result of the main determination. In a certain gaming machine,
The performance execution means may start the variable display of the identification information when a specific condition (the existence of a special figure 1 hold whose look-ahead determination result is a jackpot) is satisfied in the specific game. A gaming machine characterized by certain things.

8-1-2. Invention A2
The gaming machine according to invention A2 is
A gaming machine according to invention A1,
The game executing means is capable of suspending the right to make the final determination if the right to make the final determination is obtained and the final determination cannot be made based on the right;
The specific conditions include that the right to make the main determination is reserved while the specific game is being executed,
When the performance execution means starts the variable display of the identification information in the specific game, the effect execution means continues to execute the started variable display of the identification information until a predetermined timing after the specific game ends. A gaming machine featuring:

8-1-3. Invention A3
The gaming machine according to invention A3 is
A gaming machine according to invention A2,
When the right to make the main judgment is obtained, the game execution means performs a preliminary judgment (pre-read judgment) including a judgment as to whether the result is the specific result or the non-specific result, before making the main judgment. Sometimes,
The specific condition includes that the result of the preliminary determination is a predetermined result (jackpot),
When the performance execution means starts the variable display of the identification information in the specific game, the performance execution means determines, with respect to the started variable display of the identification information, the result of the preliminary determination that constitutes the establishment of the specific condition. A gaming machine characterized in that, after the final determination corresponding to the right to make the final determination is made, the game machine stops displaying the result of the final determination in a manner suggesting the result of the final determination.

8-2-1. Invention B1
The gaming machine according to invention B1 is
A game execution means (game control microcomputer 101) capable of making a first determination (jackpot determination) as to whether the result is a specific result (jackpot) or a non-specific result (loss);
Equipped with a performance execution means (performance control microcomputer 121) that may execute a performance on the display section,
Before making the first determination, the game execution means may make a second determination (pre-read determination) as to whether the result is the specified result or the non-specified result;
The performance execution means executes a variable performance in which identification information (performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3) is displayed in a variable manner based on the result of the first determination, and then stopped and displayed in a manner suggesting the result of the first determination. In gaming machines where it is possible,
The display mode of the variable display of the identification information may be executed when the result of the first determination related to the variable effect is the specified result, but not executed when the result is the non-specific result. There is a special variation mode (full rotation variation mode).
The performance execution means is
When the result of the first determination is the specific result, the identification information is displayed variably in the special fluctuation mode after the start of the fluctuation effect based on the result of the first determination, and the identification information is displayed in the special fluctuation mode. When displaying a variable image in a specific variation mode, a special image (background image for full rotation G116) corresponding to the special variation mode may be displayed.
If the result of the second determination is the specific result, the game machine may display the special image on the display section before the first determination corresponding to the second determination is performed. .

8-2-2. Invention B2
The gaming machine according to invention B2 is
A gaming machine according to invention B1,
When the special image is displayed before the first judgment corresponding to the second judgment is performed, the time (30 seconds) required for the fluctuating effect based on the result of the first judgment is the same as that of the first judgment. A gaming machine characterized in that the time required for the variable effect (180 seconds) is shorter than the time required for the variable effect when the special image is displayed after the start of the variable effect based on the result.

8-3-1. Invention C1
The gaming machine according to invention C1 is
Equipped with a performance execution means (performance control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a performance on the display section,
When the predetermined image (stage image G40) is displayed on the display section, the effect execution means is configured to rotate at least the predetermined image about a straight line in a predetermined direction (vertical direction) in a plane including the display section as a rotation axis. A specific performance (stage development based on a special development pattern) that appears to rotate by a predetermined angle (180 degrees) may be performed.
A gaming machine characterized in that when the specific performance is executed, the display content of the predetermined image may change from before the specific performance is executed.

8-3-2. Invention C2
The gaming machine according to invention C2 is
A gaming machine according to invention C1,
In the specific performance, the display content before the change when the specific performance started gradually becomes unrecognizable, and as the display content before the change becomes unrecognizable, the display content after the change becomes almost unrecognizable. A game machine that appears in an unrecognizable state and gradually becomes recognizable after the changed display content appears.

8-4-1. Invention D1
The gaming machine according to invention D1 is
A determination is made (jackpot determination) as to whether the result is a specific result (jackpot) or a non-specific result (loss), and if the result of the determination is the specific result, a specific gaming state advantageous to the player (jackpot gaming state) is determined. , high-probability state, time-saving state), a game execution means (game control microcomputer 101),
Equipped with a performance execution means (performance control microcomputer 121) that may execute a performance on the display section,
When the performance execution means makes the determination, the display unit may display the identification information (performance symbols EZ1 to EZ3) in a variable manner, and then stop and display the identification information in a manner suggesting the result of the determination. In,
The display mode of the fluctuating display of the identification information includes a first display mode (normal variation mode) and a second display mode (reaching mode) that suggests that the possibility of entering the specific gaming state is higher than the first display mode. variation).
The performance execution means is
When changing the display mode of the fluctuating display of the identification information to the second display mode, a notification effect (reach establishment notification effect) may be executed to notify that the second display mode is selected;
After performing the fluctuating display of the identification information in the first display mode, after performing the notification effect, the fluctuating display of the identification information is performed in the second display mode, and the fluctuating display of the identification information is performed in the second display mode. When performing a specific performance that suggests that there is a possibility of entering the specific gaming state when in the display mode, and when performing a variable display of the identification information in the first display mode, There are cases in which a suggestive effect (connection destination suggestive effect) suggesting that the specific effect is to be executed is executed, and the specific effect is executed without executing the notification effect in response to the execution of the suggestive effect. A gaming machine featuring:

8-4-2. Invention D2
The gaming machine according to invention D2 is
A gaming machine according to invention D1,
The performance execution means is
When the variation display of the identification information is performed in the first display mode, a preview performance (step-up notice) in which the step can be expanded may be executed;
When the preview performance is started at a first stage (first stage) and ended at the first stage, and a second stage that indicates that the possibility of the specific gaming state is higher than the first stage. There are times when it is developed to the (third stage).
The gaming machine is characterized in that, as the second stage, there are cases in which the suggestive performance is executed and non-suggestive performances (usually the third stage) that do not suggest that the specific performance is executed.

PY, PY1, PY2, PY3...Pachinko gaming machine 1...Game board 6...Game area 6A...Left gaming area 6B...Right gaming area 11...First starting port 11a...First starting port sensor 12...Second starting port 12a... Second starting opening sensor 14...Big winning opening 14a...Big winning opening sensor 50...Image display device 50a...Display unit 52...Speaker 53...Frame lamp 100...Game control board 101...Game control microcomputer 120...Production control board 121... Production control microcomputer 140...image control board

Claims (2)

Equipped with a performance execution means capable of performing a performance on the display section,
The effect execution means executes a specific effect in which at least the predetermined image appears to be rotated by a predetermined angle about a straight line in a predetermined direction on a plane including the display unit as a rotation axis when the predetermined image is displayed on the display unit. may be executed,
A gaming machine characterized in that when the specific performance is executed, the display content of the predetermined image may change from before the specific performance is executed. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
In the specific performance, the display content before the change when the specific performance started gradually becomes unrecognizable, and as the display content before the change becomes unrecognizable, the display content after the change becomes almost unrecognizable. A game machine that appears in an unrecognizable state and gradually becomes recognizable after the changed display content appears.

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