JP2024039902A - gaming machine - Google Patents

Abstract

[Problem] To provide a game that is likely to be popular with players. [Solution] A pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of executing a small win game (specific game) in which a second large winning opening 15 (a specified winning opening) is opened, and the small win game includes a small win ending (closed period) in which the second large winning opening 15 is closed. A large win game is executed based on the fact that a game ball that entered the second large winning opening 15 in the small win game has passed through a specific area 16. The length of the small win ending is made different between when there has been passage into the specific area 16 in the small win game and when there has not been passage into the specific area 16. [Selected Figure] Fig. 32

Description

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

Conventionally, as a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, for example, as described in Patent Document 1 below, based on the fact that a game ball that entered the big winning hole in a small winning game passed through a specific area, 2. Description of the Related Art Gaming machines that can execute jackpot games are known.

Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-064599

However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, the length of the ending time (post-closing interval) of the small winning game is not devised based on whether or not the game ball passes through a specific area. There is room for improvement in this respect in order to provide games that are easy to like by players.

The gaming machine of the present invention includes:
It is possible to execute a specific game including an open period in which a predetermined winning port is opened and a closed period in which the predetermined winning port is closed,
A gaming machine capable of awarding benefits based on the fact that a game ball that enters the predetermined prize opening in the specific game passes through a specific area,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the length of the closed period is different depending on whether or not there is passage to the specific area in the specific game.

According to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to provide games that are likely to be liked by players.

FIG. 3 is a front view of the gaming machine. It is a front view of a game board unit. It is a front view showing the second grand prize winning device etc. in detail. It is a front view of display devices. (A) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are in standby state, and (B) is a front view of the performance unit when the above-board movable device and the under-board movable device are activated. It is a front view. FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of the main control board. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing the electrical configuration of a sub-control board. FIG. 3 is a perspective view showing the back side of the gaming machine. It is a front view showing a 7-segment display. (A) is a table showing random numbers related to general drawings, and (B) is a table showing random numbers related to special drawings. (A) is an example of a hit determination table, (B) is an example of a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an example of an auxiliary game control table. (A) is an example of a jackpot determination table, (B) is an example of a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is an example of a reach determination table. This is an example of a special figure 1 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a special figure 2 variation pattern determination table. This is an example of a look-ahead determination table. This is an example of a jackpot game control table. It is an explanatory diagram of a gaming state. It is an explanatory diagram showing a concrete example of production mode. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of normal variation of special figure variation performance. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of N reach of the special figure variation effect. It is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of SP reach of special figure fluctuation production. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of a hold performance. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of a movable body effect. It is an explanatory view showing a specific example of operation performance. It is a flowchart of main control main processing. 3 is a flowchart of main side timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of sub-control main processing. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. It is a diagram showing the relationship between an image display device and a gaming area related to a characteristic part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. This is a jackpot determination table related to the characteristic part of the pachinko game machine PY1. This is a jackpot game control table related to the characteristic part of the pachinko game machine PY1. It is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table in a non-time-saving state related to the characteristic part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. It is a timing chart showing the performance configuration of the variable performance of the normal SP route, the variable performance of the direct SP route, and the performance configuration of the CU timer performance (count-up timer performance). It is a figure which shows the specific example of SP reach (first stage) in the variation production of a direct SP route. It is a diagram showing a specific example of SP reach (later stage) common to the variation effects of the direct SP route and the normal SP route. 37 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of SP reach (latter stage), and is a diagram illustrating a continuation of FIG. 36. FIG. This is an execution lottery table for a CU timer performance (count-up timer performance). It is a diagram showing a specific example of CU timer performance. 40 is a diagram showing a specific example of the CU timer effect following FIG. 39, and is a diagram showing a case where the CU timer effect ends without the timer value reaching 99. FIG. It is a figure which shows the case where a timer value reaches 99 in CU timer performance. It is a diagram showing an example of a right-handed hit notification effect related to a characteristic part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. 43 is a diagram illustrating an example of a right-handed hitting notification performance following FIG. 42. FIG. It is a timing chart showing the execution timing of a character pop-out effect (V winning effect) in response to a V winning effect. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing a specific example of a character pop-out effect. 46 is a diagram showing a specific example of a character pop-out effect following FIG. 45. FIG. FIG. 7 is a diagram illustrating a specific example of a special type of batting instruction. 7 is a timing chart showing the execution timing of a batting instruction in a special manner. It is a diagram showing a specific example of a V-punk notification effect. It is a timing chart showing the execution timing of the V puncture notification effect. It is a diagram showing the flow of performance during a jackpot game. It is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of announcement performance, start waiting performance, challenge performance, and music performance during the jackpot game. It is a drive timing determination table for the logo movable body in a successful challenge performance. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the announcement performance, the start waiting performance, and the challenge performance of a success mode. It is a front view of the pachinko game machine when the logo movable body is in the presentation position. It is a figure which shows the specific example of the challenge production of a failure mode, the end ED production, and the revival ED production. It is a diagram showing specific examples of music production, end ED production, and revival ED production.

Embodiments of the gaming machine of the present invention will be specifically described below with reference to the drawings. In each referenced figure, the same parts are given the same reference numerals, and overlapping explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In this specification, in order to simplify the description, by writing symbols or codes that refer to information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc., the names of the information, signals, physical quantities, parts, etc. for the symbols or codes may be omitted or May be abbreviated. Furthermore, in any flowchart described below, the execution order of a plurality of processes in any plurality of steps can be arbitrarily changed or executed in parallel within a range that does not cause inconsistency in the processing contents.

1. Structure of the gaming machine The pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment will be explained. First, the structure of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 1 to 5. In the following description, the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 refer to the horizontal, vertical, and vertical directions (as viewed from the front) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Furthermore, "front" is the direction from the pachinko machine PY1 toward the player facing the pachinko machine PY1, and "back" is the direction from the player facing the pachinko machine PY1 toward the pachinko machine PY1. shall be.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a gaming machine frame 2. As shown in FIG. The game machine frame 2 includes a game board mounting frame 2A to which a game board unit YU to be described later is attached, and a front frame 23m rotatably supported by the game board mounting frame 2A via a hinge 2B. The front frame 23m can be opened and closed with respect to the game board mounting frame 2A. A transparent plate 23t is attached to the front frame 23m. When the front frame 23m is closed, the game board 1 attached to the game board mounting frame 2A and the transparent plate 23t face each other. Therefore, when the pachinko game machine PY1 is installed in a game parlor, a player in front of the pachinko game machine PY1 can visually recognize the game area 6 formed on the game board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. A transparent glass plate, a transparent synthetic resin plate, or the like can be used as the transparent plate 23t. The transparent plate 23t only needs to be able to visually recognize the gaming area 6 from the front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

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 in order to fire the game ball (firing strength, drive amount of the firing solenoid 72s, which will be described later). Therefore, the game ball is fired with a firing intensity that corresponds to the rotational operation of the handle 72k. Further, a lower decorative body 36 that largely protrudes forward is provided at the lower center of the front surface of the front frame 23m. An upper plate 34 is formed on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 for storing game balls before firing. Further, a lower tray 35 is provided at the lower center of the front of the lower decorative body 36 for storing surplus game balls that cannot be accommodated in the upper tray 34.

A first input device (hereinafter referred to as "normal button") 40 that can be pressed down is provided on the upper surface of the lower decorative body 36 in front of the upper plate 34 . In addition, a second input device (hereinafter referred to as a "special button") 41 that can be pressed downward is provided on the right decorative body 32 that is formed to protrude forward from the right edge of the surface of the front frame 23m. . The normal button 40 is configured to be able to vibrate. That is, the normal button 40 has a built-in vibration mechanism for vibrating the normal button 40, and when the vibration motor included in this vibration mechanism is driven, the normal button 40 vibrates to the extent that the player can visually see it. 40 is now vibrating. Note that a known configuration can be appropriately adopted as a vibration mechanism for vibrating the normal button 40. The normal button 40 is an example of an operation section and also an example of a vibrating body.

Further, a speaker 52 capable of outputting sound is provided on the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31 that is formed to protrude forward from the upper part of the surface of the front frame 23m. The speaker 52 includes a left speaker 52L placed on the left side and a right speaker 52R placed on the right side. Further, frame lamps 53 capable of emitting light are provided on the right edge of the front frame 23m and on the left and right sides of the lower plate 35 in the front of the lower decorative body 36. Furthermore, a movable frame moving device 58 is attached above the left edge and right edge of the front frame 23m as a performance device for the purpose of increasing game interest. The frame moving device 58 includes a left frame moving device 58L arranged on the left side and a right frame moving device 58R arranged on the right side.

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 mainly FIGS. 2 to 5. The game board unit YU includes a game board 1 and a performance unit 1U attached to the back side 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. Along the opening 1A, a substantially ring-shaped inner wall 1B is formed to protrude forward and define a game area 6 through which game balls can flow. Further, on the outside of the inner wall portion 1B, a substantially ring-shaped outer wall portion 1C for partitioning the gaming area 6 is formed to protrude forward.

On the front surface of the game board 1, a game area 6 is formed which is surrounded by an inner wall part 1B, an outer wall part 1C, etc. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is partitioned into a game area 6 and other areas by the inner wall 1B and the outer wall 1C.

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 PY1. Note that a large number of game nails (not shown) are provided protruding from the game area 6. The game nail enters the game area 6 and moves the game ball flowing down the game area 6 through a first starting opening 11, a second starting opening 12, a general winning opening 10, a gate 13, a first winning opening 14, which will be described later. And, a route is configured to appropriately guide the player to the second grand prize opening 15 and the like. In addition, starting ports such as the first starting port 11 and the second starting port 12 are referred to as entry ports, and large winning ports such as the first large winning port 14 and the second large winning port 15 are referred to as special winning ports or specific winning ports. The gate can be called a passage port or a passage area.

Near the center of the game area 6, a center frame (center decoration) 61 is provided to decorate the periphery of the opening 1A. The center frame 61 is provided with a stage that can guide a game ball to a first starting port 11, which will be described later, and a warp that can guide a game ball to the stage.

Also, in the gaming area 6, there is a first starting winning device 11D in which a first starting opening 11 into which a game ball can enter is formed, and a second starting winning device 11D that allows or disables entry of the ball into the second starting opening 12. A starting winning device (so-called "electronic chew") 12D is provided.

The first starting winning device 11D is immovable. Therefore, the ease with which game balls enter the first starting port 11 remains constant (unchanged). Winning the game ball into the first starting hole 11 is achieved by drawing the first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 1") (obtaining and determining a random number related to Special Figure 1, which will be described later: hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 1 Lottery"). ) and the variable display of special map 1. Further, when a game ball enters the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (four in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

The electric chew 12D includes an operable electric tube opening/closing member 12k. The electric chew opening/closing member 12k is normally (in a normal state) in a closed position in which the game ball cannot enter the second starting port 12. When the special state is reached, the game ball moves to the open position where the game ball can enter the second starting port 12. In this way, the movement of the electric chew opening/closing member 12k to the open position is also referred to as the "open state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D, and only when the electric chew opening/closing member 12k is in the open state, the game ball is moved to the second starting port 12. It is possible to enter the ball. On the other hand, the state in which the electric chew opening/closing member 12k is in the closed position is also referred to as the "closed state" of the second starting port 12 or the electric chew 12D. Further, when the second starting port 12 or the electric tube 12D is in the "open state", it is also referred to as "the electric tube 12D is opened", and when the electric tube 12D is in the "closed state", it is also referred to as "the electric tube 12D is closed". ” is also called.

Winning a game ball into the second starting hole 12 is achieved by drawing a second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 2") (obtaining and determining a random number related to Special Figure 2, which will be described later: hereinafter referred to as "Special Figure 2 Lottery"). ) and the variable display of special map 2. Furthermore, when the game balls enter the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (four in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. Note that the game area 6 is provided with a guide stage 12g that guides the game ball to the second starting port 12.

Further, the gaming area 6 is provided with a general winning opening (normal winning opening) 10 into which game balls can enter. When a game ball enters the general winning hole 10, a predetermined number (three in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the game area 6 is provided with a gate 13 through which game balls can pass. The passage of the game ball through the gate 13 is the trigger for the lottery of a regular symbol (hereinafter referred to as "common symbol") (that is, the acquisition and determination of a regular symbol random number: hereinafter referred to as "common symbol lottery") and the variable display of a regular symbol. It has become. The electric chew 12D is opened by executing the auxiliary game. That is, the auxiliary game is a game that involves opening the electric chew 12D.

Further, the gaming area 6 is provided with a first big winning device 14D (hereinafter also referred to as "normal AT14D") in which a first big winning opening 14 into which a game ball can enter is formed. The first big prize winning device 14D includes a normal AT opening/closing member 14k that can operate in an open state and a closed state. The first big prize opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the normal AT opening/closing member 14k. The normal AT opening/closing member 14k is normally in a closed state that closes the first big prize opening 14, and it is impossible for the game ball to enter the first big winning opening 14. When the normal AT opening/closing member 14k operates in the open state, the game ball can enter the first big prize opening 14. In this way, the game ball can enter the first grand prize opening 14 only when the AT opening/closing member 14k is in the open state. When a game ball enters the first grand prize opening 14, a predetermined number (15 in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Further, the gaming area 6 is provided with a second grand prize winning device 15D (hereinafter also referred to as "VAT 15D") in which a second grand prize opening 15 into which game balls can enter is formed. The second big prize winning device 15D includes an operable VAT opening/closing member 15k. The VAT opening/closing member 15k normally closes the second big prize opening 15. The VAT opening/closing member 15k can take an open state. The game ball can enter the second grand prize opening 15 only when the VAT opening/closing member 15k is in the open state. On the other hand, the state in which the VAT opening/closing member 15k closes the second grand prize opening 15 is also referred to as a "closed state". In this way, the second big prize opening 15 is opened and closed by the operation of the VAT opening/closing member 15k. When game balls enter the second grand prize opening 15, a predetermined number (15 in this embodiment) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

Here, the second grand prize winning device 15D will be explained in detail using FIG. 3. Inside the second big winning device 15D, there is provided a gate-shaped second big winning hole sensor 15a that can detect the game ball that has entered the second big winning hole 15 and allow the game ball to pass downward. It is being

A specific area 16 and a non-specific area 17 through which game balls can pass (enter) are provided in the downstream area of the second big prize opening sensor 15a. The game balls that have passed through the second big prize opening sensor 15a are sorted into a specific area 16 or a non-specific area 17 by a sorting device 16D. The sorting device 16D includes a sorting member 16k made of a substantially rectangular flat plate, and a sorting solenoid 16s that drives the sorting member 16k. The distribution member 16k is configured to be slidable left and right by driving the distribution solenoid 16s.

When the distribution solenoid 16s is not energized, the distribution member 16k is in the first state (passage prevention state: the left end of the distribution member 16k when viewed from the front in FIG. 3(A) is located slightly to the right of the left end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k covers the specific area 16 directly above it. When the distribution member 16k is in the first state, the game ball that has entered the second big winning hole 15 cannot pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second big winning hole sensor 15a. , passes through the non-specific area 17. The route of the game ball flowing down from this second big prize opening 15 to the non-specific area 17 is called a first route.

On the other hand, when the distribution solenoid 16s is energized, the distribution member 16k is in a second state (passage permission state: in a front view of FIG. 3(B)) in which the game ball is allowed to pass (enter) the specific area 16. The left end of the distribution member 16k is located slightly to the left of the right end of the specific area 16, and the distribution member 16k does not cover the specific area 16 directly above it, leaving the area directly above the specific area 16 open. When the distribution member 16k is in the second state, the game ball that has entered the second big winning hole 15 can easily pass through the specific area 16 after passing through the second big winning hole sensor 15a. The route of the game ball flowing down from this second big prize opening 15 to the specific area 16 is called a second route.

Note that basically, the distribution member 16k is held in the first state. That is, it can be said that the first state is the normal state of the distribution member 16k. Then, only in a predetermined round game (for example, 16R), the distribution solenoid 16s is energized and can change to the second state. Note that the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be changed as appropriate.

The specific area 16 and the non-specific area 17 are provided with a specific area sensor 16a and a non-specific area sensor 17a that detect the game ball that has passed through (entered) each area 16, 17 and allow the game ball to pass downward. .

Note that it is possible to provide only one of the first grand prize device 14D and the second grand prize device 15D within a range that does not interfere with the game. Further, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to provide a configuration in which two grand prize devices without a specific area or distribution device, such as the first grand prize device 14D, are provided. In addition, although the first grand prize winning device 14D and the second grand prize winning device 15D are provided, depending on the gameplay, it is possible to use only the first grand prize winning device 14D or only the second grand prize winning device 15D. It is possible to use In addition, when the configuration is such that only the first grand prize winning device 14D is used, the processing related to the second grand prize winning device 15D is not performed, and when the configuration is made that only the second grand prize winning device 15D is used, , it is assumed that no processing is performed regarding the first grand prize winning device 14D.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 2, at approximately the bottom of the game area 6, there are two holes for discharging game balls that are hit into the game area 6 but do not win in any of the winning slots to the outside of the game area 6. An out port 19 is provided. Furthermore, the game board 1 is provided with a board lamp 54 that can emit light.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area 6A (first game area) on the left side of the center in the left-right direction, and a right game area 6B (second game area) on the right side. can. 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 pachinko game machine PY1, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is fired with the left hand is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball can flow down when the game ball is fired with the right hand. The possible 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.

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, on the second flow path R2, a second starting port 12, a general winning port 10, a gate 13, a first big winning port 14, and a second big winning port 15 are provided. Therefore, the player can pass through the gate 13, enter the second starting opening 12, the general winning opening 10, and the first big winning opening 14 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting the right hand. Or, you can aim to win a prize in the second grand prize opening 15.

In addition, game balls that did not enter any of the winning holes (first starting hole 11, second starting hole 12, general winning hole 10, first big winning hole 14, and second big winning hole 15), It is guided to the out port 19 and discharged. Further, the number of prize balls that are won in each winning hole can be set as appropriate.

Further, a display device 8 is arranged below and to the left of the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 (a portion other than the game area 6). As shown in FIG. 4, the displays 8 include a special figure 1 display 81a that variably displays special figure 1, a special figure 2 display 81b that variably displays special figure 2, and a special figure 2 display 81b that variably displays general figure 1. A general figure display 82 is included. In addition, the display devices 8 include a special figure 1 pending display 83a that displays the number of special figure 1 pending (U1: the number of variable displays of special figure 1 on the special figure 1 display 81a), which will be described later. Also included is a special figure 2 pending display 83b that displays the number of special figure 2 pending (U2: the number of reserved special figures 2 that is variablely displayed by the special figure 2 indicator 81b), which will be described later.

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery is held in response to the landing of a game ball into the first starting port 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 port 12. In addition, in the following explanation, special pattern 1 and special pattern 2 are collectively referred to as special pattern or special pattern, and special pattern 1 lottery and special pattern 2 lottery are collectively referred to as special pattern lottery. Moreover, 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 variably and then stopped. The special figure that is stopped and displayed (stopped special figure, special figure derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display) is one special figure selected from a plurality of types of special figures by a special figure lottery. When the stopping special symbol is a predetermined specific special symbol (a special symbol with a specific stopping pattern, that is, a jackpot symbol), the grand prize opening (the first grand prize opening 14 and the second grand prize opening 15) is opened. A jackpot game (an example of a special game) is played. Note that the gaming state in which the jackpot game is being played is referred to as the jackpot gaming state. The jackpot gaming state is an example of a special gaming state advantageous to the player.

The special figure display 81 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) arranged side by side, and displays a special figure according to the result of the special figure lottery depending on the lighting mode. For example, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a jackpot (one of the multiple types of jackpots described below), the special drawing display 81 will display "□□■■□□■■" (□: lit, A jackpot symbol consisting of the lighting of the 1st, 2nd, 5th, and 6th LEDs from the left is displayed, such as (: off). In addition, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a loss, the special drawing display 81 will display a losing pattern consisting of only the rightmost LED lighting up, such as "■■■■■■■□". Display. 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.

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

By the way, in the pachinko game machine PY1, when a game ball hits the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12, various random numbers (an example of determination information) for performing a special drawing lottery etc. are generated. May be obtained. These various random numbers are temporarily stored in a special figure reservation storage unit 105, which will be described later, as a special figure reservation. In addition, in the following, the various random numbers obtained by winning (balls entering) the game ball into the first starting port 11 are referred to as "special drawing 1 related random numbers", and the various random numbers obtained by winning the game ball into the second starting port 12 The various random numbers obtained by (ball entry) are referred to as "special map 2 related random numbers." Here, the special figure 1 related random number 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 random number 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 reservations that can be stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a (number of special figure 1 reservations) and the number of special figure 2 reservations that can be stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b (number of special figure 2 reservations). An upper limit (four in this embodiment) is set. The upper limit of the number of special figures 1 and the number of special figures 2 reserved can be changed as appropriate, and the upper limit may be set to "none". In addition, hereinafter, the special map 1 reservation and the special map 2 reservation are collectively referred to as "special map reservation", and the number of special diagrams 1 and 2 reserved are collectively referred to as "the number of special diagrams reserved". In addition, the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 2 related random numbers are collectively referred to as "special figure related random numbers."

In the pachinko game machine PY1, if the variable display of the special figure is not performed immediately after the game ball enters the first starting hole 11 or the second starting hole 12, specifically, while the variable display of the special figure is being executed. If a prize is won during execution of a jackpot game or a jackpot game, the variable display of the special drawing (or the right to draw the special drawing) for the winning can be reserved. The special figure reservation stored in the special figure reservation storage section 105 is consumed when variable display of the special figure based on the special figure reservation becomes possible. That is, extinguishing the special figure reservation means determining the special figure related random number etc. corresponding to the special figure reservation and executing variable display of the special figure to show the determination result.

Then, the special figure reservation number is displayed on the special figure reservation display 83. Each of the special figure 1 reservation display 83a and the special figure 2 reservation display 83b is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of special symbols reserved by lighting up the LEDs for the number of special symbols reserved. Is possible.

In addition, the variable display of the general map notifies the result of the general map lottery. In the variable display of a general map, the general map is displayed variably and then stopped. The general map that is stopped and displayed (the stationary general map, the general map derived and displayed as a display result of the variable display) is one general map selected from among a plurality of types of general maps by lottery. If the stopped and displayed general figure is a predetermined specific ordinary figure (ordinary figure with a predetermined stop mode, that is, a winning symbol), an auxiliary game is performed in which the second starting port 12 (electric chew 12D) is opened. .

The common map display device 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs, and displays the common map according to the result of the general map lottery depending on the lighting mode thereof. When the result of the common symbol lottery is a win, the common symbol display 82 displays a winning symbol consisting of both LEDs lighting up, such as "□□" (□: lit, ■: off). If the result of the lottery is a loss, a loss pattern such as "■□" consisting of only the right LED being lit is displayed. A mode may be adopted in which all the LEDs are turned off as a losing symbol. 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.

Further, before the regular map is stopped and displayed, the regular map is variablely displayed for a predetermined variable time. The mode of variable display of the ordinary map is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are lit alternately. Note that the mode of variable display of the general map is not particularly limited, and may be set as appropriate, such as all LEDs blinking at once, unless each LED is displayed in a stopped state (lit display in a specific mode). .

In the pachinko game machine PY1, when a game ball passes through the gate 13, a regular symbol random number (an example of determination information) for performing a regular symbol lottery may be acquired. This random number is stored in the below-mentioned normal pattern holding storage section 106 on the condition that the variable display of the normal pattern or the auxiliary game is not executed. An upper limit (four in the present embodiment) is set for the number of standard patterns that can be stored in the standard pattern storage unit 106 (the number of standard patterns held). The upper limit of the number of reserved general drawings can be changed as appropriate, and the upper limit may be set to "none". In addition, below, the normal pattern random number acquired by the game ball passing through the gate 13 is also referred to as the "normal pattern related random number." Further, in this embodiment, a general pattern reservation display for displaying the number of general pattern reservations is not provided, but a general pattern reservation display device may be added to the display devices 8. As the general figure reservation display, it is possible to employ, for example, one having the same configuration as the special figure reservation display 83.

Next, the performance unit 1U attached to the back of the game board 1 will be explained using FIG. The production unit 1U is a unit made up of a plurality of devices that mainly perform production. The performance unit 1U is equipped with an image display device 50, a first board movable device (hereinafter referred to as "on board movable device") 55, and a second board movable device (hereinafter referred to as "bottom board movable device") 56.

The image display device 50 is configured with a 3D liquid crystal display having a predetermined screen size, and includes a display section (display screen) 50a that can display a 3D image. Note that the image display device 50 may be any other display device, such as one configured with a plurality of liquid crystal displays or an EL (Electro Luminescence) display, as long as it is capable of displaying images. It's okay.

The on-board movable device 55 is configured to be movable along the display section 50a, and includes a decorated on-board movable body 55k. The under-panel movable device 56 is configured to be movable along the display section 50a, and includes a decorated under-panel movable body 56k.

FIG. 5A schematically shows how the above-panel movable body 55k and the under-panel movable body 56k are held in a normal standby state (initial position) in which they are not in operation. When the drive source of the above-board movable device 55 is driven, the above-board movable body 55k moves downward (down), and when the drive source of the under-board movable device 56 is driven, the under-board movable body 56k moves upward (raised). do. At this time, the image display device 50 is covered by the lowered on-board movable body 55k or the raised under-board movable body 56k, and the image display device 50 becomes difficult to see.

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.

2. Electrical Configuration of Gaming Machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained based on FIGS. 6 and 7. As shown in FIGS. 6 and 7, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has various functions such as a special drawing lottery, a variable display of special drawings, a jackpot game, a game state setting described later, a general drawing drawing, a variable display of a general drawing, and auxiliary games. A game control board (hereinafter referred to as the "main control board") 100 that controls gaming profits (progress of the game), and a game performance (special figure variation performance, hold performance, operation performance, jackpot) according to the progress of the game by the main control board 100 A performance control board (hereinafter referred to as "sub control board") 120 that controls performances such as game performances (game performances, etc.) and customer waiting performances, and a payout control board 170 that controls the payout of game balls, etc., are installed on the game board 1. It is provided further on the back side than the image display device 50. The main control board 100 can be positioned as a game control section (main control section) that controls games. Further, the sub-control board 120 can be positioned as a production control section (sub-control section) that controls production, together with an image control board 140, a lamp control circuit 151, and an audio control circuit 161, which will be described later. The production control unit includes at least a sub-control board 120, and various types of production using production means (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, panel lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, 58, etc.). It would be good if the performance could be controlled.

Furthermore, the pachinko game machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies power to the main control board 100, sub-control board 120, and payout control board 170, and also supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. The power supply board 190 is provided with a RAM clear switch 191 that can be pressed down. When the power is turned on, the RAM clear switch 191 (specific operation means) clears game information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the gaming control microcomputer 101 (described later) (for example, information on gaming states such as high probability states, the number of special symbols on hold). This is for clearing (hereinafter referred to as "RAM clear") the gaming CPU 102 (hereinafter referred to as "RAM clear"). As shown in FIG. 8, the RAM clear switch 191 is provided on a power supply board 190 placed on the back side of the pachinko game machine PY1. Therefore, the RAM clear switch 191 cannot be operated unless the person is an employee of the game parlor who can open and close the front door 23. That is, the RAM clear switch 191 can be said to be an operating means that cannot be operated by the player. When the RAM clear switch 191 is pressed, a detection signal indicating that the RAM clear switch 191 is ON is input to the game control microcomputer 101. In this embodiment, the RAM clear switch 191 is provided on the power supply board 190, but the location of the RAM clear switch 191 can be changed as appropriate. For example, it may be provided on the main control board 100 or a dedicated board. It's okay.

A backup power supply circuit 192 is provided on the power supply board 190. The backup power supply circuit 192 supplies power to a gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and a production RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120, which will be described later, when power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the information stored in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 and the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 is retained even when the power is cut off to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, a power switch 193 is connected to the power supply board 190. The ON/OFF operation of the power switch 193 switches the power on/off. Note that the main control board 100 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100, or the sub-control board 120 may be provided with a backup power circuit for the performance RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 6, the main control board 100 is equipped with a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as "game control microcomputer") 101 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko game machine PY1 according to a program. The gaming control microcomputer 101 includes a gaming ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs, tables, etc. for controlling the progress of the gaming, a gaming RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 used as a work memory, and A gaming CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 that executes a program stored in a gaming ROM 103 is included.

The gaming ROM 103 stores programs for performing main control main processing, main 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 fluctuation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a hit determination table, and a regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table, which will be described later. , auxiliary game control table, etc. are stored. Note that the gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached.

Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with the above-mentioned special symbol reservation storage section 105, regular symbol reservation storage section 106, and the like. Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with a non-erasable storage section 107, and the non-erasable storage section 107 is provided with a total prize ball number storage section 107a, a total fired ball number storage section 107b, and a difference ball number storage section 107c. It is being In the non-erasable storage section 107, even if RAM clear is executed, the gaming CPU 102 does not erase the stored contents.

The game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of prize balls at any time after being powered on, and information on the counted total number of prize balls is stored in the total number of prize balls storage section 107a. The total number of prize balls is the number of prize balls that the player obtains (is paid out to the player) in all gaming states (normal playing state, jackpot playing state, high probability high base state, low probability high base state, etc.) It is. Moreover, the game control microcomputer 101 counts the total number of fired balls at any time after the power is turned on, and information on the counted total number of fired balls is stored in the total number of fired balls storage section 107b. The total number of balls fired is the number of balls fired by the player in all game states. The game control microcomputer 101 calculates the number of difference balls by subtracting the total number of fired balls from the total number of prize balls at any time after the power is turned on, and the information on the calculated difference number of balls is the number of difference balls. It is stored in the storage unit 107c. The game control microcomputer 101 disables the game on the condition that the number of difference balls (an example of a specific measurement number) is equal to or greater than a reference number (for example, "80000"). This function is called an over-prized ball prevention function. The over-winning ball prevention function may be activated in response to the maximum number of differential balls (sometimes referred to as maximum number of balls, MY, etc.) reaching a predetermined reference number. The maximum number of difference balls is the difference between the minimum number of difference balls, which is the lowest value of the number of difference balls measured, and the peak (highest value) of the number of difference balls after the minimum number of difference balls is measured. In this case, the maximum difference number of balls corresponds to the specific measurement number.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a 7-segment display 300, a setting key cylinder 180, and a special reset switch 181 (special operation means) (see FIG. 8). As shown in FIG. 9, the 7-segment display 300 is a so-called 4-segment 7-segment display, and includes a total of 32 lighting (light-emitting) parts. Specifically, the 7-segment display 300 includes, in order from left to right, a first display area 310, a second display area 320, a third display area 330, and a fourth display area 340. The four display areas 310, 320, 330, and 340 each have eight lighting parts (LED elements) LB1 to LB8, LB9 to LB16, so that they can each represent numbers from "0" to "9". It has LB17 to LB24 and LB25 to LB32. Display control of the 7-segment display 300 is performed by a game control microcomputer 101.

The setting key cylinder 180 functions as an operating means when setting a setting value corresponding to the jackpot determination probability. The interior of the setting key cylinder 180 is rotated between an initial position and a rotational position with a setting key (not shown) inserted therein. Therefore, in this pachinko game machine PY1, by rotating the setting key cylinder 180 to the rotation position and turning on the power while pressing and operating the RAM clear switch 191, the machine shifts to the setting mode where the setting value can be set. can do. In this setting mode, the setting value can be set to "1". However, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, only one type of setting value, "1", is provided. Therefore, the set value cannot be changed from "1". Note that when the setting mode is set, if the setting key cylinder 180 is rotated from the rotation position to the standby position, the setting mode is ended and RAM clear is executed.

The main control board 100 is also provided with a special reset switch 181 that can be pressed down. As shown in FIG. 8, the special reset switch 181 is provided on the main control board 100 placed on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Therefore, the special reset switch 181 cannot be operated unless the person is an employee of the gaming hall who can open and close the front door 23. That is, the special reset switch 181 can be said to be an operating means that cannot be operated by the player. The function of the special reset switch 181 will be explained in detail later. Furthermore, a gaming I/O (Input/Output) port section 118 for inputting and outputting data and signals is mounted on the main control board 100.

Furthermore, various sensors MS and actuators MA are connected to the main control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output from various sensors MS are input to the main control board 100. The main control board 100 also outputs signals to various actuators MA.

Various sensors MS connected to the main control board 100 include a first starting hole sensor 11a, a second starting hole sensor 12a, a general winning hole sensor 10a, a gate sensor 13a, a first big winning hole sensor 14a, a second A big prize opening sensor 15a, a specific area sensor 16a, and a non-specific area sensor 17a are included.

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 general winning hole sensor 10a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the general winning hole 10. The general winning hole sensor 10a is provided for each general winning hole 10. The gate sensor 13a is provided at the gate 13 and detects a game ball passing through the gate 13. The first big winning hole sensor 14a detects the game ball that has won in the first big winning hole 14. The second big winning hole sensor 15a detects the game ball that has won the second big winning hole 15. The specific area sensor 16a detects a game ball that has passed through the specific area 16 (entered the specific area 16). The non-specific area sensor 17a detects a game ball that has passed through the non-specific area 17 (entered the non-specific area 17). When each sensor detects a game ball, it outputs a signal according to the detected content to the main control board 100.

Although not shown in FIG. 6, the various sensors MS include an outlet sensor that detects all the game balls (total number of shot balls) flowing down the game area 6. Here, the game balls flowing down to the outside of the game area 6 are discharged to the outside of the pachinko game machine PY1 through a discharge path (not shown) provided at the lower part of the game board mounting frame 2A. Therefore, the discharge port sensor is provided within the discharge path. Further, the various sensors MS include a magnetic sensor that detects illegal magnetism. The magnetic sensor detects the magnetism generated when a player uses a magnet or the like to illegally enter a game ball into the various winning holes 10, 11, 12, 14, and 15. When each of the above-mentioned sensors detects a game ball, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content.

Further, the various sensors MS include a front door open sensor that detects opening of the front door 23 to the outer frame 22, and a front frame sensor that detects opening of the front frame 23m to the game board mounting frame 2A. . When the front door open sensor detects that the front door 23 is opened, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content. When the front frame sensor detects the opening of the front frame 23m, it outputs a signal to the main control board 100 according to the detected content. Note that the type and number of sensors connected to the main control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, the various actuators MA connected to the main control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid 12s, a first big winning hole solenoid 14s, a second big winning hole solenoid 15s, and a distribution solenoid 16s. The electric chew solenoid 12s drives the electric chew opening/closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D. The first big prize opening solenoid 14s drives the normal AT opening/closing member 14k of the first big winning device 14D. The second big prize opening solenoid 15s drives the VAT opening/closing member 15k of the second big winning device 15D. The distribution solenoid 16s drives the distribution member 16k of the distribution device 16D.

Note that the type and number of actuators connected to the main control board 100 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Further, the main control board 100 is connected to displays 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.

The main control board 100 also transmits various commands to the payout control board 170 and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for monitoring payout. The payout control board 170 includes a card unit CU (which is installed adjacent to the pachinko game machine PY1 and enables ball lending based on information such as an inserted prepaid card) and a prize ball payout device 73. The firing device 72 is also connected via the firing control circuit 175. Note that the firing device 72 includes a handle 72k (see FIG. 1).

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

Further, the firing device 72 is provided with a touch sensor 72a that can detect a contact of a person such as a player with the handle 72k (see FIG. 1). When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch sensor 72a detects the player's contact with the handle 72k, and sends a detection signal to the firing control circuit 175, payout control board 170, and main control board 100. (gaming control microcomputer 101). Further, the firing device 72 is connected to a firing volume knob 72b that can detect the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k. When contact is detected by the touch sensor 72a, the firing control circuit 175 drives the firing solenoid 72s 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 PY1, one game ball is fired approximately every 0.6 seconds while the rotational operation of the handle 72k is maintained. In addition, a signal indicating the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k detected by the firing volume knob 72b is output to the firing control circuit 175, the payout control board 170, and the main control board 100 (game control microcomputer 101). It is assumed that there is

Further, the payout control board 170 is connected to the external terminal board 160. That is, the external terminal board 160 is connected to the main control board 100 via the payout control board 170. The external terminal board 160 is for transmitting an outer end signal transmitted from the main control board 100 to an external unit GU (data counter, hall computer, etc.) provided outside the pachinko gaming machine PY1. The information included in the outer end signal includes, for example, information indicating whether a jackpot has been won, information on the gaming status, and information indicating an error or fraud (abnormality). Although the external terminal board 160 transmits the outer end signal to the external unit GU by parallel communication, the outer end signal may be transmitted by asynchronous serial communication (common asynchronous serial communication port). Furthermore, although the main control board 100 is connected to the external terminal board 160 via the payout control board 170, the main control board 100 may be connected to the external terminal board 160 via a board other than the payout control board 170 (for example, a relay board). Alternatively, the main control board 100 and the external terminal board 160 may be directly connected.

Further, the main control board 100 transmits various commands containing information regarding the game to the sub-control board 120 in accordance with the progress of the game. The sub-control board 120 can grasp the progress status of the game (game control content) by the main control board 100 based on various commands sent from the main control board 100. The connection between the main control board 100 and the sub-control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection that allows only the transmission of signals from the main control board 100 to the sub-control board 120. That is, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode), not shown, is interposed between the main control board 100 and the sub-control board 120 as a communication direction regulating means.

As shown in FIG. 7, the sub-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 gaming machine PY1 according to a program. The performance control microcomputer 121 includes a performance ROM 123 that stores programs for controlling the performance as the game progresses by the main control board 100, a performance RAM 124 used as a work memory, and performance storage in the performance ROM 123. It includes a presentation CPU 122 that executes a program.

Further, the production ROM 123 stores programs for performing sub-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.

Further, the sub-control board 120 is equipped with an I/O port section 138 for performance and an RTC (Real Time Clock) 139 for inputting and outputting data and signals. The RTC 139 measures the current date and time (date and time). The RTC 139 operates on the power when the pachinko game machine PY1 is supplied with power from a predetermined island power supply device (not shown), and when the power is not supplied from the island power supply device, the power supply board 190 operates. It operates using power supplied from a backup power supply circuit 192 provided therein. Therefore, the RTC 139 can measure the current date and time even when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is not turned on. Note that a backup power supply circuit for the RTC 139 may be provided on the sub-control board 120. A circuit including a capacitor and a built-in battery (such as a button battery) can be used as the backup power supply circuit.

An image control board 140 is connected to the sub-control board 120. The performance control microcomputer 121 of the sub-control board 120 controls the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 to control the image display device based on commands received from the main control board 100, that is, in accordance with the progress of the game by the main control board 100. 50 display control is performed. Note that the connection between the sub-control board 120 and the image control board 140 allows both the transmission of signals from the sub-control board 120 to the image control board 140 and the transmission of signals from the image control board 140 to the sub-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 145 that stores image data to be displayed on the image display device 50, a VRAM 146 used for expanding the image data stored in the CGROM 145, and a VDP (Video Display Processor) 144. It is equipped with Of course, all or part of these electronic components may be configured on one chip. The CGROM 145 stores, for example, image data (still image data and video data, specifically characters, items, figures, letters, numbers, symbols, etc.) for displaying images displayed on the image display device 50 image data such as background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads out 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 made up 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.

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

Audio data such as the sound output from the speaker 52 is stored in the performance ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120. The audio control circuit 161 may be a board with a CPU mounted on it. In this case, the CPU may be made to execute the audio control. In this case, a ROM may be mounted on the board and audio data may be stored in the ROM. The speaker 52 may also be connected to the image control board 140 and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may be made to execute the audio control. In this case, the audio data may also be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

Further, various switches serving as input sections, various actuators SA serving as drive sources, and various lamps SL are connected to the sub-control board 120 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various switches are input to the sub-control board 120. Further, the sub-control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators SA. Further, the sub-control board 120 controls the lighting of various lamps SL via the lamp control circuit 151 based on commands received from the main control board 100.

The various switches connected to the sub-control board 120 include a normal button detection switch 40a and a special button detection switch 41a. The normal button detection switch 40a detects that the normal button 40 is pressed. The special button detection switch 41a detects that the special button 41 has been pressed. Each detection switch 40a, 41a outputs a signal to the sub-control board 120 according to the detected content. Note that the type and number of switches connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

The various actuators SA connected to the sub-control board 120 include an on-panel drive motor 55 m that drives the on-panel movable device 55 , an under-panel drive motor 56 m that drives the under-panel movable device 56 , and an under-panel drive motor 56 m that drives the frame movable device 58 . It includes a frame drive motor 58m, etc. The performance control microcomputer 121 can drive these motors and cause each movable device to perform a predetermined operation. In detail, the performance control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of each movable device, and controls the operation of each movable device via the lamp control circuit 151. It is also assumed that a vibration motor (not shown) for vibrating the normal button 40 is also connected to the sub-control board 120. Note that the type and number of actuators connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

The various lamps SL connected to the sub-control board 120 include a frame lamp 53, a panel lamp 54, and the like. The performance control microcomputer 121 can cause each lamp to emit light. In detail, the production control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data that determines lighting/extinguishing, light emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of each lamp, and controls the light emission of each lamp according to the light emission pattern data. Control. Note that data stored in the performance ROM 123 of the sub-control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

Note that a CPU may be mounted using the lamp control circuit 151 as a substrate. In this case, the CPU may control the lighting of each lamp and control the operation of each movable device. 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. Further, the type and number of lamps connected to the sub-control board 120 can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 10 to 17. Note that the tables shown in FIGS. 10 to 17 are general ones for explaining this item, and tables other than these are shown in the explanation of "Characteristics of Pachinko Machine PY1" described later. In this case, it is assumed that the table is used in the pachinko game machine PY1. However, for configurations that do not show a separate table in the explanation of "Characteristics of Pachinko machine PY1" described later, it is assumed that the table shown in this item is used. It is also possible to change the configuration in which a different table is shown in the explanation of "Characteristics" to the table shown in this item.

3-1. Games related to common figures First, games related to common figures will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a regular lottery when the fired game ball passes 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. Further, in the following, passing the game ball through the gate 13 will be referred to as "establishment of the normal pattern starting condition".

When the pachinko game machine PY1 performs such a series of games (general drawing lottery, variable display of general drawings, auxiliary game), the pachinko game machine PY1 acquires general drawing related random numbers when the general drawing starting condition is established. As shown in FIG. 10(A), the obtained ordinary symbol-related random numbers include ordinary symbol random numbers. The normal symbol random number is a random number for determining a hit. Random numbers are also called judgment information. An appropriate range is set for the random number.

3-1-1. Win Judgment The win judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not there is a win (whether or not to execute the auxiliary game) according to the hit judgment table as shown in FIG. 11(A). The hit determination table is associated with a gaming state that will be described later. That is, 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 values) are assigned to hits and losses that are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a hit or a loss by determining the acquired normal symbol random number according to the hit determination table. Then, based on the result of the hit determination, a normal pattern variation pattern is determined for variable display of the normal pattern. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, basically the winning symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the common symbol. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, basically 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. Furthermore, the hit determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

3-1-2. Ordinary figure fluctuation The ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern according to the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table as shown in FIG. 11(B). 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 ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table is associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table includes a regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table (non-time saving regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table) used in the non-time saving state and a regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table (non-time saving regular figure fluctuation pattern determination table) used in the time saving state. There is a short-time regular pattern fluctuation pattern determination table). Incidentally, it is not necessary to divide the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determination table for each gaming 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. That is, the pachinko game machine PY1 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, for the variable display of common symbols when a losing common symbol (losing common symbol) is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern is determined such that the common symbol fluctuation time is, for example, 30 seconds, and the winning symbol is Regarding the variable display of ordinary figures in the case where the ordinary figures are stopped and displayed, a general figure fluctuation pattern is determined in which the ordinary figure fluctuation time is, for example, 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 is determined such that the common symbol fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds, and when the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, a common symbol fluctuation pattern is determined. Regarding the variable display of figures, a general figure fluctuation pattern is determined in which the ordinary figure fluctuation time is, for example, 5 seconds. A variable display of the ordinary figure of the ordinary figure fluctuation time corresponding to the ordinary figure fluctuation pattern determined by this determination is performed on the ordinary figure display 82. Further, these ordinary figure fluctuation times can be changed as appropriate. 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).

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. Each of these elements is associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Pachinko game machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game according to the auxiliary game control table as shown in FIG. 11(C) based on the game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). The auxiliary game control table is associated with a game state (non-time saving state/time saving state). Each auxiliary game control table stores auxiliary game components. Note that the number of openings and opening time for each of these elements can be changed as appropriate.

In the pachinko game machine PY1, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is made 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 (a time during which it is difficult for the game ball to enter the electric chew 12D (for example, 0.08 seconds)). In the following, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as the "short opening auxiliary game". In addition, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened for a second opening time that is longer than the first opening time (a time during which it is easy to make the game ball enter the electric chew 12D (for example, 3.0 seconds)). Open. In the following, the auxiliary game in the time saving state is also referred to as the "long opening auxiliary game". Note that the opening time of the electric chew 12D may be the same in the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state and the auxiliary game in the time saving state.

3-2. Games Related to Special Figures Next, games related to special figures will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 performs a special drawing 1 lottery when the fired game ball enters the first starting slot 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 symbol 1 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a losing symbol. 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. On the other hand, 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 PY1 performs a 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 on the special figure 2 display 81b (stopped display after a variable display) 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. On the other hand, 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, below, 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 general symbols.

Pachinko game machine PY1 acquires a special pattern-related random number when a starting condition is established in order to play a series of games (special pattern drawing, variable display of special pattern, jackpot game, and setting of gaming state). Perform various judgments regarding random numbers. As shown in FIG. 10(B), the special pattern related random numbers to be obtained include special pattern random numbers (jackpot random numbers), jackpot pattern type random numbers (hit pattern type random numbers), reach random numbers, and special pattern fluctuation pattern random numbers. The special symbol random number is a random number for determining a jackpot. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number for performing jackpot symbol type determination (winning symbol type determination). The reach random number is a random number for determining reach. The special symbol variation pattern random number is a random number for determining the variation pattern of the special symbol. Random numbers are also called judgment information. Each random number has an appropriate range.

3-2-1. Jackpot Judgment Jackpot Judgment is a judgment for determining whether or not it is a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game) according to a jackpot judgment table as shown in FIG. 12(A). The jackpot determination table is associated with the gaming state, specifically whether it is a normal probability state or a high probability state. That is, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (normal probability jackpot determination table) and a jackpot determination table used in the high probability state (high probability jackpot determination table).

In each jackpot determination table, special symbol random number determination values (special symbol random number values) are assigned to jackpots and losses that are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko game machine PY1 determines whether it is a jackpot or a loss by determining the acquired special symbol random number according to the jackpot determination table. As shown in FIG. 12(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. Furthermore, the probability of winning a jackpot can be changed as appropriate. In addition, if the configuration is such that a small win can be won, the small win can be included in the result of the jackpot determination.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type determination (hit symbol type determination)
The jackpot symbol type determination is a determination for determining the type of jackpot symbol (jackpot symbol type) according to the jackpot symbol type determination table as shown in FIG. 12(B) when the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot. Each type of jackpot symbol is associated with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the constituent elements of the jackpot consisting of game benefits given to the player.

The jackpot symbol type determination table shows the types of special symbols that are variably displayed (Special Figure 1/Special Figure 2), in other words, the prize that causes the jackpot symbol type determination (the prize that causes the jackpot symbol type determination) It is associated with the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12) in which the starting port was performed. 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).

There are multiple types of jackpot symbols, and in each jackpot symbol type determination table, the judgment value (jackpot symbol type random number) of the jackpot symbol type random number (winning symbol type random number) numerical values) are distributed. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines the type of jackpot symbol by determining the acquired jackpot symbol type random number according to the jackpot symbol type determination table. In the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random values are appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. 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.

For example, as shown in FIG. 12(B), the distribution ratio of the jackpot symbol type based on the jackpot symbol type determination for special symbol 1 is set to 50% for jackpot symbol A and 50% for jackpot symbol B, and for special symbol 2. It is possible for the jackpot symbol C to make the distribution rate of the jackpot symbol type 100% based on the jackpot symbol type determination. In this way, the jackpot symbol type is determined in the special drawing 1 lottery, which is held when a game ball enters the first starting opening 11, and the special drawing 2 drawing, which is held when a gaming ball enters the second starting opening 12. It is possible to have different fractions. In addition, in the case of a configuration in which it is possible to win a small hit, the type of the small winning symbol can be determined at the time of winning a small hit. The winning symbol type determination includes determining the type of jackpot symbol and determining the type of small winning symbol. It is assumed that the determination of the type of small winning symbol is also performed using the random number of the winning symbol type, similar to the determination of the type of the jackpot symbol.

3-2-3. Reach Judgment Reach judgment is used to determine whether or not to generate a reach in the special figure variation effect described later, in accordance with the reach judgment table as shown in FIG. 12 (C) when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss. It is a judgment.

The reach determination table is associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the reach determination table includes a reach determination table used in a non-time saving state (non-time saving reach determination table) and a reach determination table used in a time saving state (time saving reach determination table). Note that the reach determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

In each reach determination table, the reach random number determination value (reach random value) is assigned to the reach determination results of "reach exists (reach occurs)" and "reach does not occur (reach does not occur)" . Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 determines whether there is a reach or not (whether or not to generate a reach) by determining the obtained reach random number according to the reach determination table. As shown in FIG. 12(C), the number of reach random values for which it is determined that there is a "reach" (reach occurs) is different between the non-time-saving reach determination table and the time-saving reach determination table. Note that the probability of determining that there is a reach can be changed as appropriate. In the following, "with reach" (which causes reach), which is performed on the premise that the result of the jackpot determination is "loss", is referred to as "reach with reach", and "without reach (which does not cause reach)". This is sometimes referred to as a "no-reach loss."

3-2-4. Special pattern fluctuation pattern determination To judge the special pattern fluctuation pattern, use the special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table (special pattern fluctuation pattern determination table) shown in FIGS. This is a determination to determine the figure fluctuation pattern), and is performed whether the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot or a loss. The special figure variation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined matters regarding the special figure variation time and the production flow (production content) of the special figure variation production described later. In addition, the special figure fluctuation pattern includes identification information regarding the result of jackpot determination and the result of reach determination, in addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the production flow (performance content) of the special symbol variation performance. The identification information included in the special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate. Further, as the special figure variation pattern, it is possible to use a plurality of types of special figure variation patterns each having different identification information, and the number thereof can be changed as appropriate.

The special pattern variation pattern determination table is the type of special symbol that displays a variable display that is subject to judgment (special pattern 1/special pattern 2), in other words, the starting opening where the winning that is the cause of the special pattern variation pattern determination is made. (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 13) 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. 14) used when performing this. In addition, it is not necessary to divide the special symbol variation pattern determination table according to the type of special symbol (special symbol 1/special symbol 2).

Each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table is also associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table includes a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table used in the non-time saving state (non-time saving special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table), and a special figure 1 variation pattern judgment table used in the time saving state. There is a 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). Note that the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state.

In addition, each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state) is 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 non-time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table include one for jackpot, one for loss with reach, and one for loss without reach. Similarly, the time-saving special figure 1 variation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 2 variation pattern determination table include one for jackpot, one for loss with reach, and one for loss without reach. In addition, it is not necessary to divide the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table according to the jackpot determination result or the reach determination result.

Furthermore, each special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for no-reach loss is also associated with the number of reserved special figures. 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. In addition, each special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for no-reach losing is also associated with the number of reserved special figures. 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. Note that the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table does not need to be divided according to the number of reserved special figures.

Then, the special figure display device 81 performs a variable display 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, 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 variable display of the special symbol is not immediately performed, and the jackpot game is subsequently executed. Ru.

Further, each special figure variation pattern is associated with a production flow of a special figure variation production as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 13 to 14. Note that it is not necessary to associate the production flow of the special symbol variation performance with the special symbol variation pattern.

In addition, as shown in the rightmost column of the tables in Figures 13 and 14, the special pattern fluctuation pattern can be called by a name associated with the special pattern (jackpot determination result) and the production content of the special pattern fluctuation performance. be. For example, a special pattern variation pattern related to a jackpot is called a "jackpot variation," and a special pattern variation pattern related to a loss is called a "loss variation." Among the jackpot fluctuations, the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed is called "SP jackpot fluctuation", and the special pattern fluctuation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L jackpot fluctuation". A special pattern variation pattern in which the special pattern variation effect ends at N reach is called "N jackpot variation", and a special pattern variation pattern in which doubles are aligned as soon as the reach is established is called "immediate jackpot variation". To tell. On the other hand, a special pattern variation pattern in which SP reach, which is a type of reach, is performed in a loss with reach is called "SP loss variation", and a special pattern variation pattern in which L reach, which is a type of reach, is performed. is called "L loss variation", and the special symbol variation pattern where the special symbol variation performance ends with N reach, which is a type of reach, is called "N loss variation", and the special symbol variation pattern related to no reach loss is called "N loss variation". It is called "normal loss fluctuation." There are three types of normal loss fluctuations (normal A loss fluctuations, normal B loss fluctuations, and normal C loss fluctuations) with different variation times. In addition, a special figure variation pattern related to a no-reach loss and a special figure variation pattern with a shorter variation time than a "normal loss variation" is referred to as a "shortened loss variation". There are two types of shortening loss fluctuations with different variation times (shortening A loss fluctuations and shortening B loss fluctuations). In addition, when SP jackpot and SP loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as SP fluctuation or SP reach fluctuation.

3-2-5. Pre-reading Judgment The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs pre-reading judgment based on the acquired special figure related random number according to the pre-reading judgment table as shown in FIG. The look-ahead determination is performed before the jackpot determination (specifically, for example, when winning a prize in the starting slot). The look-ahead determination includes, for example, determining whether the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination, determining which jackpot symbol type the jackpot symbol type random number is determined to be in the jackpot symbol type determination, and determining whether the special symbol random number is determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot symbol type determination. There is a determination as to which special figure variation pattern the figure variation pattern random number is determined to be in the special figure variation pattern determination. The pre-reading determination table is associated with the type of starting opening (first starting opening 11/second starting opening 12) related to the starting winning prize. That is, the pre-reading determination table includes a pre-reading determination table when winning in the first starting opening 11 (first reading determining table) and a pre-reading determining table when winning in the second starting opening 12 (second pre-reading determination table). There is. Since the first starting port 11 is the starting port that triggers the lottery of the special drawing 1, the first pre-reading determination table can also be called the special drawing 1 pre-reading determining table. Further, since the second starting port 12 is the starting port that triggers the lottery of the special figure 2, the second pre-reading determination table can also be referred to as the special pattern 2 pre-reading determination table. Note that the pre-reading determination table does not need to be divided according to the type of starting port (first starting port 11/second starting port 12). In addition, a starting prize is a winning in the starting opening.

Further, the pre-reading determination table is also associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state/time saving state). That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a look-ahead decision table used in a non-time-saving state (a look-ahead decision table for non-time savings) and a look-ahead decision table used in a time-saving state (a look-ahead decision table for time savings). .

In other words, the look-ahead determination table includes a first look-ahead decision table used in the non-time saving state, a first look-ahead decision table used in the time save state, and a second look-ahead decision table used in the non-time save state. and a second look-ahead determination table used in the time saving state. Note that the pre-reading determination table does not need to be divided for each gaming state. Moreover, what kind of determination is included in the prefetch determination can be changed as appropriate.

3-3. Jackpot Game Next, the jackpot game will be explained. A jackpot game consists of multiple round games involving the opening and closing of the jackpot (first jackpot 14 or second jackpot 15), and a round game from the start of the jackpot until the start of the first round. It includes an opening (also written as OP) and an ending (also written as ED) from the end of the final 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. Furthermore, it is possible to not provide OP and ED. Note that 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 called "1 round (1R)," and the 10th round game is called "10 rounds (10R)."

The elements constituting such a jackpot game (jackpot game constituent elements) include the number of round games, the number of times the big winning opening (first big winning opening 14, second big winning opening 15) is opened in each round game, It includes the type and opening time of each grand prize opening to be opened, the time to be closed until the next opening (closing time or interval time), the opening time (opening time), and the ending time (ending time). There is. After the special symbols are stopped and displayed, the pachinko game machine PY1 controls the jackpot game according to the jackpot game control table as shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 16, the jackpot game control table stores jackpot game components for each jackpot game (for example, jackpot games A to C). In each jackpot game, from 1R to 15R is a round game in which the first big winning hole 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, or a round game in which the first big winning hole 14 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds. , is carried out. In 16R (final round), a round game in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, or a round game in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds is played. It will be done. In addition, in each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are detected by the big winning hole sensors 14a, 15a, the maximum opening time of the big winning holes 14, 15 has not elapsed. However, the round game ends.

It is possible to configure the jackpot game A shown in FIG. 16 to be executed when the type of the winning jackpot pattern is jackpot pattern A (see FIG. 12(B)), the jackpot game B to be executed when the type of the winning jackpot pattern is jackpot pattern B, and the jackpot game C to be executed when the type of the winning jackpot pattern is jackpot pattern C.

Further, the number of times and time for each jackpot game component can be changed as appropriate. Further, the jackpot game can be played using both the first big winning hole 14 and the second big winning hole 15, or only one of them. In the case of a configuration in which only jackpot games are played using only the first jackpot 14, or a configuration in which only jackpot games are played using only the second jackpot 15, the unused jackpot is not provided. You can also use it as Further, the number of types of jackpot games that can be executed may be plural or one type.

Here, the specific area 16 will be explained in detail. The specific area 16 has a closed state in which prizes cannot be won and an open state in which prizes can be won by the distribution member 16k, so the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be said to be the opening and closing mode of the specific area 16. In the following, the operating mode of the distribution member 16k will also be referred to as the "opening/closing mode of the specific area 16." Furthermore, the state in which the specific region 16 is in the open state is also referred to as "V-open", and the state in which the specific region 16 is in the closed state is also referred to as "V-closed".

The distribution member 16k is controlled in a constant operating manner (that is, the specific area 16 is controlled in a constant opening/closing manner). For example, the distribution solenoid 16s is energized for 15 seconds after the second big prize opening 15 starts opening, and the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state (FIG. 3(B)). Therefore, in a round game in which the second big prize opening 15 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big prize opening 15, the time and the period during which the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state. From the relationship with the timing, it is easy for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to cause the game ball to enter the specific area 16). On the other hand, in a round game in which the second big winning hole 15 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, the opening time and timing of the second big winning hole 15, and the time and timing during which the distribution member 16k is controlled to the second state. Due to the relationship with timing, it is almost impossible (difficult) for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16 (to cause the game ball to enter the specific area 16). In this way, the combination of the fixed operation mode of the distribution member 16k (the fixed opening/closing mode of the specific area 16) and the opening/closing mode of the second big prize opening 15 in the jackpot game allows the game balls to be distributed to the specific area in the jackpot game. It is possible to set the difficulty (ease) of entering 16. Note that the operating mode of the distribution member 16k can be changed as appropriate. When another operating mode is shown in the description of "Characteristics of Pachinko Game Machine PY1" to be described later, it is assumed that this operating mode is adopted in Pachinko gaming machine PY1.

In addition, during the jackpot game, the VAT opening/closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k are set in the first opening pattern (V long opening pattern) that allows the game ball to easily pass through the specific area 16 (hereinafter also referred to as "V passage"). The activated jackpot is called a "V long jackpot", and the VAT opening/closing member 15k and the distribution member 16k operate in a second opening pattern (V short opening pattern) in which it is impossible or difficult for the game ball to pass through the specific area 16. A jackpot is called a "V-short jackpot."

3-4. Game State Next, the game state will be explained. As shown in FIG. 17, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has "low probability low base gaming state", "low probability high base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state", "high probability high base gaming state", and " It is possible to set the game state to any one of the "jackpot game state". In addition, "low probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability low base state", "low probability high base gaming state" is referred to as "low probability high base state", and "high probability low base gaming state" is referred to as "high probability". The "low base state" and the "high probability high base gaming state" are sometimes abbreviated as the "high probability high base state," respectively. The gaming states include a state related to the probability of being determined to be a "big hit" in the jackpot determination, and a state related to the ease of opening the electric chew 12D. The former includes a normal probability state and a high probability state. On the other hand, the latter includes a non-time saving state and a time saving state.

The normal probability state is set in the "low probability low base gaming state" or the "low probability high base gaming state", and is a state in which the probability of being determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination is the normal probability. The high probability state is set in the "high probability low base gaming state" or the "high probability high base gaming state", and is a state in which the probability of being determined to be a jackpot in the jackpot determination is higher than the normal probability. Therefore, it can be said that the high probability state is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal probability state. When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on for the first time, a normal probability state is set. Then, by winning the jackpot, it becomes possible to switch from the normal probability state to the high probability state. For example, in a jackpot game, when the game ball passes through the specific area 16, it is possible to switch to a high probability state. It is also possible to switch to a high probability state depending on the type of jackpot symbol. Whether the trigger for switching to the high probability state is V passage or the type of jackpot symbol is determined in advance depending on the desired gameplay. In the high probability state, it is possible to switch from the high probability state to the normal probability state by performing jackpot determination a predetermined number of times without winning a jackpot or by winning the next jackpot.

The non-time saving state is set in a "low probability low base gaming state", "high probability low base gaming state" or "jackpot gaming state". The time saving state is set in the "low probability high base gaming state" or the "high probability high base gaming state", and is a gaming state in which 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. For example, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is longer (for example, 3.0 seconds) than the opening time (for example, 0.08 seconds) of the electric chew 12D in the non-time saving state. In addition, in the time saving state, the special pattern variation pattern judgment is performed according to the special pattern variation pattern judgment table that is set so that the special pattern variation pattern with a short special pattern variation time is selected more often than in the non-time saving state. (See Figures 13-14). As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the reserved special drawings are consumed becomes faster, and effective winnings in the starting opening (winnings that can be stored as reserved special drawings) are more likely to occur. Therefore, players can aim for a jackpot while the game progresses smoothly.

Further, in the time saving state, the normal pattern fluctuation time tends to be shorter than in the non-time saving state. For example, in the time saving state, a regular pattern fluctuation time (5 seconds) is determined which is shorter than the regular pattern fluctuation time (30 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state (FIG. 11(B)). Therefore, in the time saving state, the number of times the regular lottery is executed per unit time is greater.

Also, in the time-saving state, it is easier to be determined to be a hit in the hit determination than in the non-time-saving state. For example, in the time-saving state, a win is determined with a higher probability (for example, 59936/65536) than in the non-time-saving state (for example, 6600/65536) (FIG. 11(A)). Therefore, in the time-saving state, the number of times that the game is determined to be a hit per unit time is greater.

In this way, 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, making it easier for game balls to enter the second starting port 12 frequently. As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of fired balls, increases. Therefore, in a time-saving state where the base is high, it is possible to aim for a jackpot without significantly reducing the number of game balls in possession. Therefore, it can be said that the time-saving state is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the non-time-saving state.

When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on for the first time, a non-time saving state is set. Then, for example, by winning a jackpot, a time saving state can be set. In the time-saving state, it is possible to change from the time-saving state to a non-time-saving state by performing jackpot determination a predetermined number of times without winning a jackpot, or by winning the next jackpot.

In addition, in the time saving state, compared to the non-time saving state, it is easier to win a prize, the normal pattern fluctuation time is more likely to be shortened, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is more likely to be longer. In other words, three points are set to be advantageous to the player regarding the game related to the common map. However, only some of these points may be set advantageously for this player. Moreover, the special figure variation pattern determination table in the time saving state does not have to be such that a special figure variation pattern with a short special figure variation time is more easily selected than that in the non-time saving state.

The gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 after it is powered on for the first time is a "low probability low base gaming state" in which a normal probability state and a non-time saving state are set. This gaming state is also referred to as a "normal gaming state." In addition, in the "jackpot game state", the general drawing lottery (win determination regarding general drawings) is carried out, but the special drawing drawing (jackpot judgment) is not performed, so the non-time saving state is set with the start of the jackpot game. Ru. Furthermore, regarding the gaming states, it is possible to use all or only some of the gaming states described above. Further, the various gaming states described in this specification can be arbitrarily expressed in the form of "nth gaming state" (n is an integer of 1 or more). In addition, a low probability low base gaming state (low probability low base state) is a low probability non-time saving state, a low probability high base gaming state (low probability high base state) is a low probability time saving state, a high probability low base gaming state (high probability The low base state) can be called a high probability non-time saving state, and the high probability high base gaming state (high probability high base state) can be called a high probability time saving state.

4. Main performances performed by the gaming machine Next, the main performances performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained using FIGS. 18 to 24.

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 PY1 can set a customer waiting performance mode, a normal performance mode, a variable probability performance mode, a time-saving performance mode, and a jackpot performance mode as performance modes.

In the customer waiting production mode, special symbol fluctuation production 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 variation production and indicates that it is in a standby state where no special symbol variation production is performed. The customer waiting performance is performed when the customer waiting performance mode is set. In the customer waiting performance, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (A-1), a customer waiting demonstration video G100 introducing the pachinko game machine PY1 is displayed on the display section 50a. Furthermore, when the normal button 40 is operated while the customer waiting demonstration video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. is displayed. Settings related to effects include volume settings for sounds output from the speaker 52, brightness settings for the display section 50a, and frequency settings for effects to be performed.

The normal production mode can be set when a special symbol variation production is being performed in the "low probability low base gaming state" or the "high probability low base gaming state", and is a production mode that indicates a non-time saving state. be. The normal presentation mode includes, for example, a first normal presentation mode in which a background image representing a daytime mountain scene (normal daytime background image G102) is displayed on the display unit 50a, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-1). 18(B-2), a second normal effect mode in which a background image representing an evening mountain scene (evening normal background image G103) is displayed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 18(B-2). -3) As shown in 3), there is a third normal performance mode in which a background image representing a mountain scenery at night (normal nighttime background image G104) is displayed on the display section 50a. It can be switched on the condition that the special figure variation effect is performed once or multiple times. Furthermore, each of the first to third normal performance modes includes a normal first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol variation performance, and a normal second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the normal first stage production mode, any one of the daytime normal background image G102, the evening normal background image G103, and the nighttime normal background image G104 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the normal second stage production mode, depending on the type of reach A dedicated background image will be displayed. Further, a special effect mode may be provided that is set only in the "high probability low base game state".

The probability variable production mode is a production mode that can be set when a special symbol variation production is performed in the "high probability high base game state", and is a production mode that indicates a high probability state and a time saving state. In the probability variation production mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-4), a background image representing the universe (probability variation background image G105) is displayed on the display section 50a. Further, the probability variable performance mode includes a probability variable first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol fluctuation performance, and a probability variable second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the probability variable first stage production mode, the probability variation background image G105 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the probability variation second stage production mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

The time-saving performance mode is a performance mode that can be set when the special symbol variation performance is being performed in the "low probability high base game state", and is a performance mode that indicates the normal probability state and the time-saving state. In the time-saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 18 (B-5), a background image representing the sky (time-saving background image G106) is displayed on the display section 50a. Furthermore, the time-saving performance mode includes a time-saving first stage performance mode before the reach is established in the special symbol variation performance, and a time-saving second stage performance mode after the reach is established. In the time-saving first performance mode, the time-saving background image G106 is displayed on the display section 50a, but in the time-saving second stage performance mode, a dedicated background image according to the type of reach is displayed.

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. A jackpot opening performance in which the winning image G108 is displayed is performed. During a round in a jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-2), a round image G109 indicating the number of rounds and a prize ball number image G110 indicating the number of paid out prize balls are displayed on the display unit 50a. A round performance will be held. During the ending of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18 (C-3), on the display section 50a, an ending image G111 indicating the performance mode to be set after the jackpot game and the total number of paid out prize balls are displayed. A jackpot ending effect is performed in which the total prize ball count image G112 is displayed.

Note that the types of production modes can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-2. Special Figure Variation Effect Next, the special figure variation effect (also simply referred to as "variation effect") will be explained. When the variable display of the special pattern starts, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 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, and 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, the result of the special drawing lottery is announced by the stop display of the performance symbols.

In addition, in the special figure variation production, in addition to the variable display of production symbols, there are various displays such as the image display device 50, the speaker 52, the frame lamp 53, the panel lamp 54, the movable devices 55, 56, 58, the normal button 40, the special button 41, etc. It is possible to perform other performances using similar performance equipment. In this case, even after the performance symbols are stopped and displayed, it is possible to continue performing other performances.

4-2-1. Effect pattern display area As shown in FIG. 19(A), the display part 50a of the image display device 50 has left effects on the left side, center, and right side of the display area 50a, which is divided approximately equally into three parts in the horizontal direction. It is possible to provide a symbol area 50b1, a middle performance symbol area 50b2, and a right performance symbol area 50b3. The left performance symbol area 50b1 is an area where the left performance symbol EZ1 is displayed when the performance symbol is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variation performance. Similarly, the middle performance symbol area 50b2 and the right performance symbol region 50b3 are areas for displaying the middle performance symbol EZ2 and the right performance symbol EZ3.

Further, as shown in FIG. 19(A), it is possible to provide a small pattern area 50c in one section of the left end (upper left corner) of the upper end of the display section 50a. The small symbol area 50c is an area where the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are variably displayed when the special symbol is variably displayed.

In addition, in FIG. 19(A), 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 two-dot chain lines, but this is the left presentation pattern area 50b1. , the middle effect pattern area 50b2, the right effect pattern area 50b3, and the small pattern area 50c are described to represent the range, and are not actually displayed. Further, the range of each area can be changed as appropriate. In addition, not only the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 (left production symbol EZ1, middle production symbol EZ2, and right production symbol EZ3), but also the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are the symbols displayed on the display section 50a for production. Therefore, it is an example of a "performance pattern."

4-2-2. Normal variation Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can first perform 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.

When the variable display of the special symbols starts, for example, as shown in FIG. 19(A), the left effect pattern EZ1, the middle effect pattern EZ2, and the right effect pattern EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display section 50a, and From the state where the small left pattern KZ1, the small medium pattern KZ2, and the small right pattern KZ3 are stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special pattern is not performed, and the variable display of the special pattern is waiting, as shown in FIG. 19(B) As shown in FIG. 2, with the start of the process, variable display of performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 is started, and variable display of small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is also started. Then, when the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of this special symbol is, for example, "normal loss variation", the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 are different, as shown in FIG. 19 (C-1). After temporarily stopping in the stop mode, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stop mode (so-called flop) that suggests a loss, as shown in FIG. 19(D). At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is a special symbol variation pattern with a reach, such as "N loss variation", as shown in FIG. 19 (C-2), the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 temporarily stop in the same stopping manner, and a reach is established. In detail, first, the left performance symbol EZ1 stops at a certain symbol (for example, 5 symbols), then the right performance symbol EZ3 stops at the same symbol (5 symbols) as the left performance symbol EZ1, and a reach is established. At this time, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 is continued, and a reach effect is performed according to the special symbol variation pattern. Note that the stopping order and stopping manner of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 can be changed as appropriate.

4-2-3. N-Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing N-Reach when a reach is established in the normal variation. N reach is a performance that suggests that the result of the jackpot determination may be a "jackpot", and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot.

In N reach, as shown in FIG. 20(A), the state in which reach is established is maintained for a predetermined period of time (for example, 10 seconds), and as shown in FIG. 20(B), the fluctuation speed of the medium effect symbol EZ2 gradually changes. It slows down. If the special symbol variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "N loss variation", as shown in FIG. The symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. On the other hand, if the special pattern fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "N jackpot fluctuation", the game will stop in a stopping manner (so-called double) that suggests a jackpot, as shown in Figure 20 (C-2). indicate. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. Note that the content of the N-reach performance is not limited to the gradual deceleration of the medium performance symbol EZ2, but can be changed or added as appropriate.

In addition, regarding the stopping patterns of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that suggest a loss, the winning pattern when a reach is not established is referred to as a "non-reach winning pattern" or "non-reach losing pattern," and the winning pattern when a reach is achieved is called a ``non-reaching pattern'' or a ``non-reach losing pattern.'' They are called "Reach Barake" or "Reach Loss". How to combine the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that make up the non-reachable numbers (for example, "2, 3, 1" or "5, 8, 6", etc.), and the The effect control microcomputer 121 selects the combination of effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 (for example, "2.1.2" or "5.4.5"). Also, how to combine the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 that make up the stopping pattern (double) that suggests a jackpot (for example, "2, 2, 2," "7, 7, 7," etc.) is selected by the performance control microcomputer 121 based on the type of the winning jackpot symbol.

4-2-4. SP Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP Reach after N Reach. The SP reach is a performance that suggests that the possibility that the result of the jackpot determination is a "big win" is higher than the N reach, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot.

In SP reach, after N reach, for example, as shown in FIG. An image (SP reach start title image) G1 indicating that reach has started is displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 21(B), an SP reach-only performance (for example, a battle performance) is performed. Then, when the final phase of the SP reach-only performance is reached, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special symbol is, for example, "SP jackpot variation", the display section At 50a, a production that suggests a jackpot is performed (for example, a display in which the main character (one of the ally characters) wins the battle and stands proud), and the production patterns EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped to suggest a jackpot. (so-called double eye) is stopped and displayed. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a jackpot. On the other hand, if the special pattern variation pattern of the variable display of the special pattern is, for example, "SP loss variation", as shown in Figure 21 (C-2), an effect that suggests a loss (for example, an enemy character enters the battle At the same time, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are stopped and displayed in a stopped manner (so-called "break-up") indicating a loss. At this time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are also stopped and displayed all at once in a stopping manner that suggests a loss. Note that the contents of the SP reach performance can be changed or added as appropriate.

Here, the possibility that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 for each reach will be stopped in a manner indicating a jackpot (jackpot expectation level) will be explained in detail. The jackpot expectation level for each reach is determined by the execution probability based on the jackpot determination result. For example, the execution probability of a variation that ends in N reach is set to 10% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 50% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", and the probability of execution of a variation that develops into SP reach is set to 50% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose". If the execution probability is 4% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "Lose" and 50% when the result of the jackpot judgment is "Jackpot", the jackpot expectation of SP reach is It is possible to set it higher than the jackpot expectation level. In addition, SP Reach A and SP Reach B are made executable as SP Reach, and the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and if the result of the Jackpot determination is "Lose", the execution probability of SP Reach A is set to 2%. If the execution probability of SP Reach B is 2% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Lose", and 20% if the result of the jackpot determination is "Jackpot", then It is possible to set the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach A higher than the jackpot expectation level of SP Reach B. In this way, by appropriately setting the execution probability according to the result of the jackpot determination, it is possible to set the jackpot expectation level.

4-2-5. L Reach Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform L Reach after N Reach. L reach is a production that suggests that the probability that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery is a "big hit" is lower than SP reach, but higher than N reach, and is a production that makes players expect a jackpot. functions as Note that the execution time of the L reach effect is shorter than the execution time of the SP reach effect (FIGS. 13 and 14). Therefore, in the reach effect of L reach, for example, a shorter video than the reach effect of SP reach is displayed on the display unit 50a. Note that the content of the L reach effect can be changed as appropriate. Further, a special symbol variation pattern may be provided in which the SP reach effect is progressively executed after the L reach effect.

4-3. Pending Icon Display Area As shown in FIG. 22(A), the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 can be provided with a pending icon display area 50d consisting of four display areas. The reservation icon display area 50d is composed of a first display area 50d1, a second display area 50d2, a third display area 50d3, and a fourth display area 50d4. It is possible to display the hold icon HA in the display areas 50d1, 50d2, 50d3, and 50d4. For example, when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "1", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1, and when the number of reserved special figures 1 is "2", the reserved icon HA is displayed in the first display area 50d1 and A hold icon HA is displayed in the second display area 50d2.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 22(A), an icon display area 50e consisting of one display area can be provided near the pending icon display area 50d. The icon display area 50e can display the same icon TA (also referred to as the pending icon TA) that is the same as the pending icon HA in response to the start of the special figure variation effect. Note that an icon different from the pending icon HA may be displayed as the icon TA.

Note that the number of display areas constituting the pending icon display area 50d can be changed as appropriate. Further, the reservation icon display area 50d can be used as a display area that displays both the number of special drawings 1 and the number of reserved special drawings 2, or can be used as a display area that displays only one of them. Further, it is also possible to have a configuration in which the reserved icon display area 50d is provided but not the icon display area 50e, or a configuration in which both are not provided.

4-3-1. Hold Performance Pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform hold performance in response to a game ball entering the first starting slot 11 or the second starting slot 12. The reservation performance can notify the player of the number of special symbols 1 or 2 reserved.

In the hold effect, when the game ball enters the first starting slot 11 when the special figure 1 hold count is "0", the special figure fluctuation effect is started, and for example, as shown in FIG. 22(B), the icon The icon TA is displayed in the display area 50e. Then, when two more game balls enter the first starting slot 11 during the special figure variation performance, as shown in FIG. 22(C), the first display area 50d1 and the second display area of the reserved icon display area 50d A hold icon HA is displayed at 50d2, and the player is informed that the special figure 1 hold count is "2". After that, when the special figure variation effect is finished and a new special figure variation effect is started, as shown in FIG. 22(D), the hold icon displayed in the first display area 50d1 of the hold icon display area 50d HA moves to the icon display area 50e and is displayed as the icon TA, and the hold icon HA that was displayed in the second display area 50d2 of the hold icon display area 50d moves to the first display area 50d1 and is displayed. Then, the player is informed that the special figure 1 pending number is "1".

4-4. Preview Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform a preview performance at any timing during the special figure variation performance. The preview performance is a performance using the image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, movable devices 55, 56, 58, input devices (normal button 40, special button 41), etc. It is possible to suggest the results and the results of special figure fluctuation pattern determination.

4-4-1. Movable Body Performance The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of performing a movable body performance using the movable devices 55, 56, and 58 as a preview performance. The movable body performance is a performance that operates the movable devices 55, 56, and 58, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a big win.

In the movable object performance, for example, when N reach progresses to SP reach, as shown in FIG. It is suggested that the lower movable body 56k moves so as to overlap the display part 50a, and develops into SP reach. At this time, the effect image is displayed in a space of the display section 50a that does not overlap with the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 23(B), the above-board movable body 55k and the below-board movable body 56k return to the normal standby state (initial position) and develop into SP reach. This movable body performance is an example of an advanced performance. Note that the movable body performance is not limited to suggesting the development of SP reach, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the operation contents of the movable device in the movable body performance can be changed or added as appropriate. Further, the movable device operated in the movable object performance can be changed as appropriate. Furthermore, when the performance does not develop (for example, in the case of N loss fluctuation), it is also possible to perform a movable body performance as a so-called fake performance. The movable body performance is also referred to as a movable body drive performance.

4-4-2. Operation performance The pachinko game machine PY1 can perform an operation performance using the normal button 40 and special button 41 as a preview performance. The operation performance is a performance that causes the player to operate the normal button 40 or the special button 41, and functions as a performance to make the player expect a jackpot.

In the operation performance, for example, in SP reach, a period (operation valid period) occurs during which the pressing operation of the input device (special button 41) is valid, and with the occurrence of this operation valid period, the period shown in FIG. 24(A) occurs. An effect (operation promotion effect) is performed to prompt the user to operate the special button 41. In the operation promotion performance, an operation promotion image G30 is displayed on the display section 50a. The operation promotion image G30 includes an image imitating the special button 41 (special button image G31), an image (operation method instruction image G32) representing the operation method of the special button 41 (i.e., pressing operation), and the remaining operation validity period. An image representing time (validity period image G33). The valid period image G33 is composed of a generally curved progress bar, and changes over time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the valid operation period. Thereafter, in response to the special button 41 being pressed during the valid operation period, or after the valid operation period has passed without any special button 41 being operated during the valid operation period, as shown in FIG. 24(B), Then, the on-board movable device 55 is activated, and the on-board movable body 55k moves so as to overlap the display section 50a, indicating the expectation of a jackpot. Note that the operation performance is not limited to the operation of the on-board movable device 55, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Furthermore, an operation promotion performance that prompts the user to operate an operation means (operation unit) such as the special button 41 or the normal button 40 is also referred to as an operation instruction performance.

4-4-3. Pre-read performance The pachinko gaming machine PY1 is capable of performing a pre-read performance for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold for which the special figure lottery has not been performed, as a preview effect. The pre-reading performance functions as a performance for suggesting in advance the lottery result of the special symbol lottery for the special symbol 1 reservation or the special symbol 2 reservation.

In the look-ahead effect, for example, if the result of the look-ahead determination for special drawing 1 hold is "jackpot", the hold icon HA, which is normally displayed as ``〇'', in the hold icon display area 50d, as shown in FIG. 22(C). may be displayed as "☆". Further, when the result of the pre-reading determination is "lost", the hold icon HA may be displayed as "☆" as a so-called fake effect. In this way, the pending icon HA and the icon TA are displayed in a special mode (in this embodiment, for example, "☆", also referred to as a special display mode) instead of in a normal mode (in this embodiment, "〇", also referred to as a normal display mode). The look-ahead performance is called the pending change performance. Further, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are collectively referred to as a hold display. In this embodiment, the hold icon HA and the icon TA are displayed as the hold display, but a configuration may be adopted in which only the hold icon HA is displayed and the icon TA is not displayed. In addition, the timing for displaying a special mode of hold in the hold change performance may be when a starting prize that triggers the hold display occurs, or when the hold display is shifted (the display area of the hold icon HA is The special figure variation (so-called variation) corresponding to the pending display may be in progress (when displayed as the icon TA). Further, there may be a plurality of types of special modes of hold display.

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 prefetch effect is not limited to changing the display mode of the hold icon HA, and can be changed or added as appropriate. Examples of pre-read effects other than the pending change effect include so-called continuous notices.

5. Control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 Next, the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained based on FIGS. 25 and 26. Note that counters, timers, 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.

[1. Main control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided in the main control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 25 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main processing, first, power-on processing (S001) is performed. In the power-on process, permission settings for access to the gaming RAM 104, settings for the gaming CPU 102, settings for SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), etc. are performed.

In addition, in the power-on process (S001), the game control microcomputer 101 executes RAM clear when a signal based on the pressing operation to the RAM clear switch 191 is input. When RAM clearing is executed, gaming information (for example, information on gaming states such as high probability states, information on the number of reserved special drawings, jackpot determination results, etc.) stored in the gaming RAM 104 is erased. As a result, the gaming state is set to the normal gaming state (low probability low base state, low probability non time saving state). However, even if the RAM clear is executed, the information on the total number of award balls stored in the total number of award balls storage unit 107a, the information on the total number of fired balls stored in the total number of fired balls storage unit 107b, and the information on the difference balls The information on the difference in the number of balls stored in the number storage unit 107c is not cleared.

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 the various random numbers shown in FIGS. 10(A) and 10(B) are updated by adding 1. 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 enabled, main side timer interrupt processing (S005) can be executed. The main 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 main side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed at a cycle of 4 msec. Then, after the main side timer interrupt process (S005) ends and until the next main side timer interrupt process (S005) starts, various changes are made by the normal symbol/special symbol main random number update process (S003). The process of updating the random number counter value is repeatedly executed. Note that if an interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 while the interrupt is disabled, the main timer interrupt process (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S004).

[2. Main side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be explained. As shown in FIG. 26, in the main side timer interrupt processing (S005), input processing (S102) is first executed. In the input process (S102), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in, for example, a detection signal from a lower tray full switch that detects whether the lower tray 35 is full, and stores it in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 as lower tray full data.

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 main control main process of FIG. That is, the updating process of the counter values of various random numbers shown in FIGS. 10(A) and 10(B) is performed during the execution period of the main side timer interrupt process (S005) and during the other period (main side timer interrupt process (S005)). After the completion of S005), the interrupt processing is performed both during the period until the next main-side timer interrupt processing (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 (S107). conduct. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Following the special operation process (S107), a sorting device control process (S108) for controlling the sorting device 16D is performed. Note that the distribution device 16D is operated when a special game using the second big prize winning device 15D is performed. However, the sorting device 16D may be operated in a constant manner from the time the power is turned on.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes output processing (S112). In the output process (S112), the commands etc. set in the output buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 of the main control board 100 in each of the above processes are output to the sub control board 120, payout control board 170, etc.

Thereafter, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S113) and ends the main side timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processing (S113) 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 (S113), a payout control process for paying out prize balls to the player is performed. In the payout control process, a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170 in response to winning of game balls to each winning hole. That is, the payout control board 170 pays out prize balls based on the prize ball request signal.

Then, the gaming control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes steps S002 to S004 of the main control main processing until the next interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 (see FIG. 25). (after about 4 msec), the main side timer interrupt processing (S005) is executed again.

[2-1. Sensor detection processing]
In the sensor detection processing (S104), general winning hole sensor processing, gate sensor processing, second starting hole sensor processing, first starting hole sensor processing, first big winning hole sensor processing, second big winning hole sensor processing, specific area Sensor processing and discharge port sensor processing are performed sequentially. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

In the general winning hole sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the general winning hole sensor 10a. In addition, a command for the general winning hole sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the gate sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the gate sensor 13a. When it is determined that a game ball has been detected, the normal symbol random number indicated by the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter is acquired, and the acquired normal symbol random number is stored in the regular symbol retention storage section 106 provided in the gaming RAM 104. . In addition, when a predetermined number (for example, 4) of normal symbol random numbers are stored in the common symbol reservation storage unit 106, the newly acquired normal symbol random number is not stored. Furthermore, a gate sensor command is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second starting port sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the second starting port sensor 12a. When it is determined that a game ball has been detected, a special pattern 2-related random number consisting of a special pattern random number counter, a jackpot pattern type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special pattern fluctuation pattern random number counter is acquired, and the obtained special pattern 2-related random number is is stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b provided in the gaming RAM 104. The special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more, for example "4"), and the acquired special figure 2 related random number is stored in the first area. The area is stored in order. In addition, when the special figure 2 related random number is stored up to the n-th area, the newly acquired special figure 2 related random number is not stored. Further, a second pre-reading determination is performed using the acquired special figure 2 related random number and the second pre-reading determination table. In addition, according to the result of the processing, a special figure 2 pending number command representing the number of special figure 2 related random numbers (special figure 2 pending number) stored in the special figure 2 pending storage unit 105b and a second look-ahead judgment are executed. A second starting port sensor command including a second starting winning command representing the result is generated.

In the first starting port sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the first starting port sensor 11a. When it is determined that a game ball has been detected, a special symbol 1-related random number consisting of a special symbol random number counter, a jackpot symbol type random number counter, a reach random number counter, and a special symbol fluctuation pattern random number counter is obtained, and the obtained special symbol 1-related random number is is stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a provided in the gaming RAM 104. The special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a has a plurality of storage areas from the first area to the nth area (n is an integer of 2 or more, for example "4"), and the acquired special figure 1 related random number is The area is stored in order. In addition, when the special figure 1 related random number is stored up to the n-th area, the newly acquired special figure 1 related random number is not stored. Moreover, the first pre-reading determination is performed using the acquired special figure 1 related random number and the first pre-reading determination table. In addition, according to the result of the processing, a special figure 1 pending number command representing the number of special figure 1 related random numbers (special figure 1 pending number) stored in the special figure 1 pending storage unit 105a and a first look-ahead judgment are executed. A command for the first starting port sensor including a first starting winning command representing the result is generated.

In the first big winning hole sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the first big winning hole sensor 14a. In addition, a command for the first big winning hole sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the second big winning hole sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the second big winning hole sensor 15a. In addition, a command for the second big winning hole sensor is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the specific area sensor process, it is determined whether a game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 16a. Further, a specific area sensor command is generated according to the result of the processing.

In the discharge port sensor process, it is determined whether or not a game ball is detected by the discharge port sensor.

[2-2. Normal operation processing]
In the normal operation process (S105), a normal symbol standby process, a normal symbol variation process, a normal symbol confirmation process, and an auxiliary game control process are sequentially performed. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

The normal symbol standby process is a process that is performed during standby when the variable display of the normal symbol and the auxiliary game are not being performed. In the normal symbol standby process, a hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random number stored in the regular symbol reservation storage section 106. In addition, a normal pattern fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current gaming state to determine a normal pattern fluctuation pattern. Then, a normal pattern variation start command including information regarding the result of the hit determination and the normal pattern variation pattern is generated. Then, based on the general pattern fluctuation time associated with the determined general pattern fluctuation pattern, the general pattern display 82 starts variable display of the general pattern.

The normal symbol variation process is a process that is performed during the variable display of the normal symbol. In the ordinary symbol variation process, the ordinary symbol is stopped and displayed based on the hit determination result as the ordinary symbol fluctuation time elapses after the variable display of the ordinary symbol that is being executed starts. Then, a general pattern variation stop command indicating the end of the variable display of the general pattern is generated.

The ordinary symbol confirmation process is a process that is performed when the ordinary symbol is stopped and displayed. In the normal symbol confirmation process, when a predetermined stopping time (for example, 0.8 seconds) has elapsed since the stop display of the common symbol being executed starts, the common symbol that is being stopped and displayed is a winning symbol. Determine whether it exists or not. If the winning symbols are stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table, and an auxiliary game start command indicating the start of the auxiliary game is generated.

The auxiliary game control process is a process that is performed when an auxiliary game is being played. In the auxiliary game control process, the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. In addition, a supplementary game control command is generated according to the result of the processing.

[2-3. Special operation processing]
In the special operation process (S107), a special symbol standby process, a special symbol variation process, a special symbol confirmation process, a jackpot game control process, and a game state setting process are sequentially performed. Then, the commands generated in each process are set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

[2-3-1. Special symbol standby processing]
The special symbol standby process is a process that is performed not in the jackpot game state but during standby when the special symbol is not variably displayed. In the special symbol standby process, special symbol 2 determination processing and special symbol 2 variation pattern determination processing are performed based on the special symbol 2 related random numbers stored in the special symbol 2 reservation storage section 105b, and the special symbol 2 reservation storage section Perform shift processing. Also, based on the special figure 1-related random numbers stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a, special figure 1 determination processing and special figure 1 variation pattern determination processing are performed, and special figure 1 reservation storage section shift processing is performed. .

In the special figure 2 judgment process, the special figure random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b and the jackpot judgment table according to the current gaming state are used. , performs a jackpot determination to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot, jackpot symbol type determination is performed to determine the type of jackpot symbol using the jackpot symbol type random number of the special symbol 2 related random numbers and the special symbol 2 jackpot symbol type determination table. . Then, a symbol designation command representing the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. Furthermore, if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command representing the loss is generated. In addition, a plurality of types of losses may be provided, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, the type of the losing symbol may be determined. In this case, it is preferable that the symbol designation command includes information indicating the type of losing symbol.

The special figure 2 variation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 2 determination process. In the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number among the special figure 2 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b and the special figure 2 according to the current gaming state are used. The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is determined using the fluctuation pattern determination table. In the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a reach determination is made, and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is determined according to the result of the reach determination. The determination of the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 2 related random numbers (the number of special figure 2 reservations) stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage section 105b. Then, a special figure 2 variation start command representing the determined special figure 2 variation pattern is generated. The special figure 2 variation start command includes information related to the special figure 2, information related to the result of jackpot determination, information related to the result of jackpot symbol type determination, information related to the result of reach determination, and information associated with the special figure 2 variation pattern. Contains information such as special figure fluctuation time. Then, the special figure 2 display 81b starts variable display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure variation time associated with the determined special figure 2 variation pattern.

The special figure 2 reservation storage unit shift process is a process that is performed when the special figure 2 determination process and the special figure 2 variation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 2 reservation storage unit shift process, the special figure 2 related random number stored in the special figure 2 reservation storage unit 105b is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 2 related random number in the first area is shifted to the special figure 2 related random number in the first area. Clear from the pending storage section 105b in FIG. In this way, the special figure 2 related random numbers are digested in the order they were acquired. Then, a special figure 2 reservation number command representing the number of special figure 2 reservations after the processing is generated.

In the special figure 1 determination process, the special figure random number among the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a and the jackpot determination table according to the current gaming state are used. , a jackpot determination is performed to determine whether it is a jackpot or a loss. If the result of jackpot determination is a jackpot, jackpot symbol type determination is performed to determine the type of jackpot symbol using the jackpot symbol type random number of the special figure 1 related random numbers and the special figure 1 jackpot symbol type determination table. . Then, a symbol designation command representing the determined jackpot symbol type is generated. Furthermore, if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a symbol designation command representing the loss is generated. In addition, a plurality of types of losses may be provided, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, the type of the losing symbol may be determined. In this case, it is preferable that the symbol designation command includes information indicating the type of losing symbol.

The special figure 1 variation pattern determination process is a process performed after the special figure 1 determination process. In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern random number of the special figure 1 related random numbers stored in the first area of the special figure 1 reservation storage section 105a and the special figure 1 according to the current gaming state are used. The special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is determined using the fluctuation pattern determination table. In the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process when the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a reach determination is made, and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is determined according to the result of the reach determination. Note that the determination of the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern is also associated with the number of special figure 1 related random numbers (the number of special figure 1 reservations) stored in the special figure 1 reservation storage unit 105a. Then, a special figure 1 variation start command representing the determined special figure 1 variation pattern is generated. The special figure 1 variation start command includes information related to the special figure 1, information related to the result of jackpot determination, information related to the result of jackpot symbol type determination, information related to the result of reach determination, and information associated with the special figure 1 variation pattern. Contains information such as special figure fluctuation time. Then, based on the special figure fluctuation time associated with the determined special figure 1 variation pattern, the special figure 1 display 81a starts variable display of the special figure 1.

The special figure 1 reservation storage unit shift process is a process that is performed when the special figure 1 determination process and the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process are performed. In the special figure 1 reservation storage unit shift process, the special figure 1 related random number stored in the special figure 1 reserve storage unit 105a is shifted by one to the first area side, and the special figure 1 related random number in the first area is shifted to the special figure 1 related random number in the first area. Clear from the pending storage section 105a in FIG. In this way, the special figure 1 related random numbers are digested in the order they were acquired. Then, a special figure 1 reservation number command representing the special figure 1 reservation number after the processing is generated.

In addition, if both the number of special drawings 2 and the number of holdings of special drawings 1 exist, the special drawing 2 judgment process is performed with priority, and the variable display of special drawing 2 and the variable display of special drawing 1 are performed in parallel. It is no longer done. In other words, the game control microcomputer 101 does not perform the special figure 1 determination process even if there is special figure 1 pending when there is special figure 2 pending. Note that the variable display of the special drawing 2 and the variable display of the special drawing 1 may be configured to be performed in the winning order, or may be configured to be performed simultaneously.

[2-3-2. Special symbol variation processing]
The special symbol variation process is a process performed during variable display of the special symbol. In the special symbol variation process, as the special symbol variation time elapses, the special symbol display device 81 ends the variable display of the special symbol and stops displaying the special symbol according to the result of the jackpot determination. If the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, a jackpot symbol indicating a jackpot is stopped and displayed, and if the result of the jackpot determination is a loss, a loss symbol indicating a loss is stopped and displayed. Then, a special figure variation stop command indicating the end of the variable display of the special figure is generated.

[2-3-3. Special design confirmation process]
The special symbol confirmation process is a process that is performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. In the special symbol confirmation process, if the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol, a transition is made to a jackpot game state. Then, an opening command indicating the start of a jackpot game is generated. The opening command includes information regarding the result of jackpot symbol type determination. Further, when the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a losing symbol and the high probability state is to be ended, the normal probability state is set. Then, a high probability termination command indicating transition to the normal probability state is generated. Further, when the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a losing symbol and the time saving state is to be ended, a non-time saving state is set. Then, a time-saving end command indicating transition to a non-time-saving state is generated. Furthermore, if the special symbol currently being stopped and displayed is a losing symbol, and the number of special symbols 2 and 1 pending are "0", the pachinko game machine PY1 is in a waiting state, indicating that it is waiting for a customer. Generate a command.

[2-3-4. Jackpot game control processing]
The jackpot game control process is a process performed in the jackpot game state. In the jackpot game control process, a jackpot game is performed according to the jackpot game control table. After transition to the jackpot game state, each round game is started according to the passage of opening time or closing time. Then, a round game command indicating the start of a round game is generated. Furthermore, in response to ending the final round game, an ending is started. Then, an ending command indicating the end of the jackpot game is generated. The ending command includes information regarding the result of jackpot symbol type determination.

[2-3-5. Game state setting processing]
The game state setting process is a process that is performed when the jackpot game state ends. In the gaming state setting process, when changing from the normal probability state to the high probability state, the high probability state is set at the end of the jackpot gaming state. When restricting the duration of the high probability state, the duration of the high probability state (for example, the number of variable display times of the special symbol that allows the high probability state to continue without winning the jackpot) is also set. Then, a high probability setting command indicating setting of a high probability state is generated. Further, when changing from a non-time saving state to a time saving state, the time saving state is set at the end of the jackpot game state. When limiting the duration of the time-saving state, the duration of the time-saving state (for example, the number of variable display times of the special symbol that allows the time-saving state to continue without winning a jackpot) is also set. Then, a time saving setting command indicating setting of the time saving state is generated.

Note that the commands generated by the game control microcomputer 101 in each process can be added or changed as appropriate.

6. Control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 Next, control of performance by performance control microcomputer 121 will be described based on FIGS. 27 to 29. Note that counters, timers, flags, buffers, etc. that appear in the following explanation of the control of the performance by the performance control microcomputer 121 are provided in the performance RAM 124.

[1. Sub control main processing]
When the pachinko game machine PY1 is powered on, the performance control microcomputer 121 provided in the sub-control board 120 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 27 from the performance ROM 123 and executes it. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main processing, first, power-on processing is performed in response to power-on (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 update processing is executed (S4003). In the random number update process (S4003), the values of various performance determination random number counters for making determinations regarding various performances are updated. As an example, the method for updating the random number counter for performance determination regarding various performances can be the same as the random number updating process performed by the main control board 100 described above. When updating, the random number values may be added by 2 instead of being added by 1. This also applies to the random number update process performed by the main control board 100 described above.

When the random number update processing is completed, command transmission processing is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the sub-control board 120 are transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display unit 50a (performs various effects using the image) according to the received command. In addition to the various performances performed by the image control board 140, the sub-control board 120 also outputs audio from the speaker 52 via the audio control circuit 161 (executes various audio performances), and performs lamp control. Via the circuit 151, the frame lamp 53 and the panel lamp 54 are made to emit light (to perform various light emitting effects by emitting light), and the movable devices 55, 56, and 58 are activated (to perform various movable body effects by operation). execute). In this way, various performances (special figure variation performance, hold performance, operation performance, pre-read performance, other preview performances, jackpot game performance, customer waiting performance, control of performance mode, etc.) are realized.

The production 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 reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time various commands sent from the main control board 100 are input to the production control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt processing (S4010), the production control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output processing (S112) of the main 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).

[2.1ms timer interrupt processing]
The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 1 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 1ms timer interrupt processing (S4011), as shown in FIG. 28, input processing (S4101), light emission data output processing (S4102), mobile device control processing (S4103), and watchdog timer processing (S4104) are sequentially performed.

In the input processing, operations on operation parts that can be operated by the player, such as the normal button detection switch 40a and the special button detection switch 41a, are detected, and a command is set or performance data is created according to the detection result. In the light emission data output process, lamps such as the frame lamp 53 and the panel lamp 54 are caused to emit light at timings that match the image production, etc., based on the production data created in the input processing and production data creation processing described later. Therefore, the light emission data is output to the lamp control circuit 151. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53, board lamp 54, etc. to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data. In the movable device control process, a movable body performance is performed in which movable devices such as movable devices 55, 56, and 58 are operated at predetermined timings based on performance data created through input processing and performance data creation processing that will be described later. output the drive data. That is, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs a movable body performance in which the movable devices 55, 56, 58, etc. are operated in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. In the watchdog timer process, the watchdog timer is reset.

[3.10ms timer interrupt processing]
The 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 10 ms period is input to the sub control board 120. In the 10ms timer interrupt process (S4012), as shown in FIG. 29, received command analysis process (S4201), effect timer update process (S4202), audio control process (S4203), and effect data creation process (S4204) are sequentially performed. .

In the received command analysis process, the command stored in the reception buffer of the performance RAM 124 by the reception interrupt process (S4010) is analyzed, and processing according to the command (for example, selection of performance, setting of performance mode, setting of commands, etc.) I do. In the performance timer update process, a timer for measuring time related to each performance is updated. For example, in the performance timer update process, the start timing and end timing of the operation valid period of the operation units such as the normal button 40 and the special button 41 are measured. In the audio control process, audio data (data that controls audio output from the speaker 52) is created and output to the audio control circuit 161 based on the processing results of the input process and the received command analysis process. In the presentation data creation process, presentation data is created based on the processing result of the received command analysis process.

Here, an example of processing when the performance control microcomputer 121 receives a command from the game control microcomputer 101 will be described. The command received by the production control microcomputer 121 is a special figure variation start command (special figure 1 variation start command or special figure 2 variation start command). If the production control microcomputer 121 determines that a special figure fluctuation start command has been received in the received command analysis process (S4201), the performance control microcomputer 121 performs processing based on the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the command as a process when receiving the fluctuation start command. , selects a production pattern (sub variation pattern) of the special figure variation production, sets information on the sub variation pattern, and sets a variation production start command including information on the sub variation pattern in the output buffer. For example, if the special pattern variation pattern indicated by the special pattern variation start command is SP variation (SP jackpot variation or SP loss variation), select a sub variation pattern that performs SP reach, and start the variation production corresponding to that sub variation pattern. Set the command to the output buffer. After that, each process (command transmission process (S4004), light emission data output process (S4102), movable device control process (S4103), voice control process (S4203), etc.) is executed to correspond to the selected sub fluctuation pattern. A special figure variation effect is realized. Note that the processing flow for realizing such performances is basically the same for other performances such as jackpot game performances, customer waiting performances, look-ahead performances, and so-called preview performances accompanying the fluctuations.

7. Characteristics of Pachinko game machine PY1 Characteristics of Pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained in detail below.

First, the image display device 50 in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained based on FIG. 30. In FIG. 30, the configuration within the gaming area 6 is shown by a solid line, and the image display device 50 is shown by a broken line. As shown in FIG. 30, the image display device 50 is arranged at the rear of the game board 1 on which the game area 6 is formed, and the size of the display section 50a of the image display device 50 is the same as that of the game area when viewed from the front. larger than the size of 6. In other words, the display section 50a extends above, below, to the left, and to the right of the rail members such as the outer wall 1C and the inner wall 1B that partition the gaming area 6.

The game board 1 includes an outer wall 1C, an inner wall 1B, a center frame 61, a first starting prize device 11D, an electric chew 12D, a gate 13, a first grand prize device 14D, a second grand prize device 15D, and a general prize winning device. A device having a mouth 10 and the like are attached, and each of these parts and the game board 1 itself are made of a colorless and transparent synthetic resin member. Therefore, the player can clearly view the image displayed on the display section 50a arranged at the rear of the game board 1 even from the front of the game board 1.

Next, the jackpot determination table in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 of the pachinko game machine PY1 performs jackpot judgment (lottery for special drawing 1 and drawing for special drawing 2) according to the jackpot judgment table shown in FIG.

As shown in FIG. 31, the results of the special drawing 1 lottery based on the ball entering the first starting port 11 include jackpots and losses, and the results of the special drawing 2 drawing based on the ball entering the second starting port 12. The lottery results include a jackpot and a small jackpot. Specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the lottery for special drawing 1 is a jackpot with a probability of about 1/300, and otherwise determines it as a loss. On the other hand, in the special drawing 2 lottery, it is determined that the winning probability is the same as the jackpot winning probability in the special drawing 1 lottery, and other than that, it is determined that the winning is a small winning. In other words, in the special drawing 1 lottery, it will not be determined that a small hit has been won, and in the special drawing 2 lottery, it will not be determined as a loss.

If a small win is won, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a small win game (an example of a specific game) that opens the second big prize opening 15. Then, when the game ball passes through the specific area 16 (see FIG. 3) in the second big winning hole 15 in the small winning game, a big winning game is executed in which the first big winning hole 14 is opened. A jackpot game based on the passage of a game ball to the specific area 16 (referred to as V winning) is called a type 2 jackpot game. On the other hand, a jackpot game based on the fact that it is determined that the jackpot has been won in the lottery of special drawing 1 or special drawing 2 is called a type 1 jackpot game. The pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment is a so-called 1-type 2-type mixed machine that can execute a 1-type jackpot game and a 2-type jackpot game. Both the jackpot game and the small win game are examples of special games. It should be noted that the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment can store up to four Tokuzu 1 reservations, but cannot store Tokuzu 2 reservations and regular game reservations. The upper limit number of various types of reservations can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

Next, the jackpot games (type 1 jackpot game, type 2 jackpot game) that can be executed by the game control microcomputer 101 of the pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 can execute various jackpot games (jackpot games 1 to 7) shown in the jackpot game control table of FIG. 32. Jackpot games 1 to 4 are type 1 jackpot games based on winning a jackpot symbol, and jackpot games 5 to 7 are type 1 jackpot games based on winning a small winning symbol and winning a V prize during the small winning game. This is a jackpot game.

As shown in FIG. 32, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the winning symbol type when it is determined that the jackpot has been won in the jackpot determination in the special symbol 1 determination process (the special symbol determination process based on winning in the first starting opening 11). In this case, either "jackpot symbol 1" or "jackpot symbol 2" can be determined. More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the "jackpot symbol 1" at a rate of 60% and the "jackpot symbol 2" at a rate of 40%.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the type of winning symbol when it is determined that the jackpot is won in the jackpot determination process in the special symbol 2 determination process (the special symbol determination process based on winning in the second starting port 12). 3" or "jackpot symbol 4" can be determined. More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the "jackpot symbol 3" at a rate of 60% and the "jackpot symbol 4" at a rate of 40%.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a jackpot game according to the determined type of jackpot symbol. Specifically, in the "jackpot game 1" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 1" is determined, and the "jackpot game 2" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 2" is determined, the round game is performed 10 times. From 1R to 4R, the first prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game, and from 5R to 10R, the first prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds per round game. The grand prize opening 14 is opened. From 5R to 10R of this jackpot game, the opening time of the first jackpot 14 is extremely short, and realistically, it is a round in which winning in the first jackpot 14 cannot be expected. That is, although the total number of round games in this jackpot game is 10, the actual number of round games is 4.

In addition, in the "jackpot game 3" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 3" is determined, and the "jackpot game 4" that is executed when "jackpot symbol 4" is determined, the round game is played 10 times. It will be done. Then, in all from 1R to 10R, the first grand prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. That is, in this jackpot game, both the total number of round games and the actual number of round games are 10 times.

Therefore, "Jackpot Game 3" or "Jackpot Game 4" where the actual number of round games is 10 times is "Jackpot Game 1" or "Jackpot Game 2" where the actual number of round games is 4 times. It can be said that it is a jackpot game that is more advantageous to the player, and the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 3" or "jackpot game 4" is executed is the same as the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 1" or "jackpot game 2" is executed. This can be said to be a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the gaming state.

In addition, in any of jackpot games 1 to 4, the jackpot opening (jackpot OP) time, which is the closing period of the jackpot opening before the start of the first round game, is 10 seconds, and the final round game The time for the jackpot ending (jackpot ED), which is the closing period of the jackpot after the jackpot ends, is 10 seconds. In the jackpot OP, a jackpot opening performance is performed, and in the jackpot ED, a jackpot ending performance is performed.

In addition, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the winning symbol type when it is determined that a small hit has been won in the jackpot determination in the special figure 2 determination process (special figure determination process based on winning in the second starting opening 12). It is possible to determine any one of "winning symbol 1", "small winning symbol 2", or "small winning symbol 3". More specifically, the game control microcomputer 101 determines "small winning symbol 1" at a rate of 70%, "small winning symbol 2" at a rate of 10%, and "small winning symbol 3" at a rate of 20%. Determined in percentage.

A small winning game that is executed when the small winning symbol 1 is determined is called a "small winning game 1", and a jackpot game that is executed based on passing to the specific area 16 (V winning) in the small winning game 1 is called a "small winning game 1". It's called "Jackpot Game 5." In addition, a small winning game that is executed when the small winning symbol 2 is determined is called a "small winning game 2", and a jackpot that is executed based on passing to the specific area 16 (V winning) in the small winning game 2. The game is called "Jackpot Game 6". In addition, the small winning game that is executed when the small winning symbol 3 is determined is called the "small winning game 3", and the jackpot that is executed based on passing to the specific area 16 (V winning) in the small winning game 3. The game is called "Jackpot Game 7".

In the small winning games 1 to 3, the second big prize opening 15 is opened for 0.1 seconds 15 times. There is a closing time of 0.1 seconds between each opening. The opening time of the second big prize opening 15 in small winning games 1 to 3 is as short as 1.5 seconds (0.1 seconds x 15 times) at maximum, but the opening time of 0.1 seconds is the closing time of 0.1 seconds. Since this is repeated 15 times in between, the player can win the maximum number of winning balls (10 balls in this embodiment) in the small winning game into the second big prize opening 15 during this time. Note that the period in which the 0.1 second opening is repeated multiple times is collectively referred to as the "opening period" in the small winning game. In addition, in this embodiment, the operation pattern of the distribution member 16k that opens and closes the specific area 16 is common to the small winning games 1 to 3, and this common operation pattern requires that the player continue hitting the right hand correctly. This is an operation pattern in which passing to the specific area 16 (V winning) always occurs during a small winning game. In other words, in this embodiment, if you win a small win, you can always execute a jackpot game as long as you play the game correctly.

When a V winning occurs in small winning games 1 to 3, jackpot games 5 to 7 are executed. Each of jackpot games 5 to 7 is composed of round games worth 9R. When a V win occurs in a small winning game, the small winning game is counted as the 1R. Therefore, as a jackpot game based on the V winning, a round game for 9Rs from 2ndR to 10R is executed. Each of these 9R round games is a round game in which the first prize opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, and a closing time of 2.0 seconds is provided between each round game. . While the first grand prize opening 14 is open for a maximum of 29.5 seconds, the player puts the maximum number of winning balls in one round game (10 balls in this embodiment) into the first grand prize opening 14. It is possible to win a prize. In this manner, in this embodiment, if the player wins a small win, he or she can obtain prize balls worth a total of 10R during the small win game and during the type 2 jackpot game.

In addition, in any of the small winning games 1 to 3, the small winning opening (which is the closing period of the large winning opening) before the opening game (opening period in the small winning game) that opens the second large winning opening 15 starts. The time for the small win OP) is 10 seconds. In addition, the time of the small winning ending (small winning ED), which is the closing period of the large winning opening after the opening game (opening period in the small winning game) that opens the second large winning opening 15, ends, is in the small winning game. It differs depending on whether V passing occurred or not. Specifically, the time of the small winning ending (small winning ED) is set to a short time of 5 seconds when V passing occurs, while when V passing does not occur (in case of V non-passing) is set to a long time of 20 seconds. The reason why the small winning ED time when V passing occurs is as short as 5 seconds is that following the small winning ED, the type 2 jackpot game based on V passing (virtually the 2nd round round game) starts smoothly. This is to do so. On the other hand, the small win ED time when V passing does not occur is as long as 20 seconds. This is to execute a V-punk notification effect to notify that the vehicle has been damaged. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 101 controls the game state from a time-saving state to a non-time-saving state, which will be described later, when executing a small winning game. Therefore, if it is not possible to cause V passage in the small winning game, the game will be played in a non-time saving state after the small winning game ends. Therefore, in the unlikely event that a player is unable to generate a V pass in a small winning game, the player will be notified of this, and if the player is unable to understand the cause of the game being played in a non-time-saving state, This is to prevent players from complaining to store staff. Note that details of the V-punk notification performance will be described later.

In addition, in any of the jackpot game 5 based on passing V in small winning game 1, the jackpot game 6 based on passing V in small winning game 2, and the jackpot game 7 based on passing V in small winning game 3, the final round The time of the jackpot ending (jackpot ED), which is the closing period of the jackpot after the game ends, is 10 seconds. In the jackpot ED, a jackpot ending effect is performed.

Next, the game states that can be controlled by the game control microcomputer 101 will be explained. The game control microcomputer 101 executes a "jackpot game 1" based on the jackpot symbol 1, a "jackpot game 3" based on the jackpot symbol 3, a "jackpot game 5" based on the small prize symbol 1, or "a jackpot game 5" based on the small prize symbol 2. When any of the jackpot games "Jackpot Game 6" is executed, the game state after the jackpot game is set to a time saving state (high base state). On the other hand, if you execute any of the jackpot games: "Jackpot Game 2" based on jackpot symbol 2, "Jackpot Game 4" based on jackpot symbol 4, or "Jackpot Game 7" based on small win symbol 3, The game state after the jackpot game is set to a non-time saving state (low base state). The probability of winning a jackpot remains the same whether in a non-time saving state or in a time saving state. In other words, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment is never set to a high probability state.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment has the winning probability in the regular lottery and the regular lottery so that the lottery for the special symbol 2 is not held in the non-time-saving state and the lottery for the special symbol 2 is easily performed in the time-saving state. It is assumed that the fluctuation time shown in the figure and the opening pattern of the electric chew 12D are set. Therefore, when the time-saving state is entered in response to the end of the jackpot game, the player plays the game with the aim of winning the first starting slot 11 by hitting left, and the time-saving state is entered in response to the end of the jackpot game. In this case, the player plays the game with the aim of winning the second starting slot 12 by hitting the right hand. The conditions for ending the time saving state are that the special symbol is displayed 100 times (100 time saving times) after any type of jackpot game, that the jackpot game is executed, and that the small win game is executed. is executed, or either of the following holds true. In this embodiment, the result of the special drawing 2 lottery is always a small win or a big win, and when a small win is won, a type 2 jackpot game can always be executed. Therefore, being controlled to the time saving state in response to the end of the jackpot game means that the acquisition of the next jackpot game is confirmed.

In this embodiment, the content of the performance during the jackpot game is determined based on the type of winning symbol. For example, in a type 2 jackpot game (jackpot game 6) based on the small winning symbol 2, until the final round of the round game ends, it is made to appear as if it is controlled to a non-time saving state after the jackpot game ends, At the ending (ED) of a jackpot game, a notification may be given that the time will be shortened. This ending performance (ED performance) is called a revival ED performance.

In this way, in this embodiment, "Jackpot Game 1", "Jackpot Game 3", "Jackpot Game 5", or "Jackpot Game 6" which is subsequently set to a time-saving state is then set to a non-time-saving state. It can be said that this jackpot game is more advantageous to the player than "jackpot game 2," "jackpot game 4," or "jackpot game 7." In addition, the jackpot game state in which "jackpot game 1," "jackpot game 3," "jackpot game 5," or "jackpot game 6" is executed is "jackpot game 2," "jackpot game 4," or "jackpot game 6." This game state can be said to be more advantageous to the player than the jackpot game state in which "Game 7" is executed.

Incidentally, the jackpot gaming state can be said to be a gaming state that is more advantageous than the normal gaming state (non-time saving state), regardless of the type of jackpot symbol or small winning symbol. In this specification, a gaming state that is advantageous to the player may be referred to as an advantageous gaming state or an advantageous state.

Next, the determination of the variation pattern of the special figure 1 in the non-time saving state will be explained. In the non-time saving state, the game control microcomputer 101 determines the special pattern 1 variation pattern using the special pattern 1 variation pattern determination table shown in FIG.

The game control microcomputer 101, in the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process when set to the non-time saving state, receives the results of the jackpot determination (special figure determination) performed in the special figure 1 determination process, the result of the reach determination, and A special figure 1 variation pattern is determined based on the special figure variation pattern random number. More specifically, as shown in FIG. 33, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that the jackpot has been won in the jackpot determination, the game control microcomputer 101 displays the special symbol regardless of whether it is the "jackpot symbol 1" or the "jackpot symbol 2." It is possible to determine one of "THP001" to "THP003" as one variation pattern. Which special figure 1 variation pattern is determined is determined by the special figure variation pattern random number. The distribution ratio is as shown in FIG. 33. Note that the distribution rate (selection rate) of the special figure fluctuation pattern can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. This also applies to special figure fluctuation patterns other than "THP001" to "THP003".

In addition, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that there is a loss in the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination is "reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP021" to "THP023" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. It is possible to determine either of the following.

In addition, when the game control microcomputer 101 determines that there is a loss in the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination is "no reach", the game control microcomputer 101 selects "THP041" or "THP042" as the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. It is possible to determine either of the following. Which of these special figure 1 fluctuation patterns is determined is determined by the number of special figure 1 reservations. When the number of special figure 1 reservations is 0 to 2, a special figure fluctuation pattern with a relatively long special figure fluctuation time is likely to be determined, and when the number of special figure 1 reservations is 3 to 4, the special figure fluctuation pattern Special figure fluctuation patterns that take a relatively short time are easier to determine.

Here, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP001" suddenly starts SP reach as soon as the variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 starts, and as a result of that SP reach, a successful production (winning notification production) is the variation to be executed (direct SP jackpot variation). In addition, in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP002", when the variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts, it develops to SP reach through N reach, and as a result of that SP reach, a successful production (winning notification production) ) is the variation to be executed (usually SP jackpot variation). Moreover, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern "THP003" is a fluctuation (N jackpot fluctuation) in which winning is announced at N reach and ends without developing into SP reach.

In addition, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP021" suddenly starts SP reach as soon as the variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts, and as a result of that SP reach, a failure production (failing notification production) occurs. This is the variation to be executed (direct SP loss variation). In addition, in the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP022", when the variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts, it develops to SP reach through N reach, and as a result of that SP reach, a failure production (failing notification production) ) is the variation to be executed (usually SP loss variation). In addition, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP023" is a variation in which a loss is announced at N reach and ends without developing into SP reach (N loss variation).

In addition, the special figure 1 variation pattern "THP041" is a "normal A loss variation" in which the variation effect ends in 16 seconds without the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 becoming reach, and "THP042" is the production symbol EZ1 , EZ2, and EZ3 are "normal B loss variations" in which the variation performance ends in 5 seconds without reaching reach. In addition, reach is a state in which there is only one remaining performance symbol that is being variably displayed among multiple performance symbols, and it depends on which symbol the fluctuating performance symbol is stopped and displayed. This is a state (for example, a state of "7↓7") that is a combination of performance symbols that indicates a gaming state that is advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot gaming state).

In this form, as shown in FIG. 33, when a jackpot is won (in the case of jackpot variation), the direct SP jackpot variation (special pattern variation pattern THP001) is selected at a rate of 45%, and the normal SP jackpot is selected at a rate of 45%. The variation (special figure variation pattern THP002) is selected at a rate of 45%, and the N jackpot variation (special figure variation pattern THP003) is selected at a rate of 10%. On the other hand, in the case of a loss (in the case of a loss variation), the direct SP loss variation (special figure variation pattern THP021) is selected at a rate of 2%, and the normal SP loss variation (special figure variation pattern THP022) is selected at a rate of 28%. %, and N loss fluctuation (special figure fluctuation pattern THP023) is selected at a ratio of 70%. Therefore, SP Reach functions as a performance with higher jackpot expectations than N Reach, and a variable performance in which SP Reach starts immediately has a higher jackpot expectation than a variable performance in which SP Reach starts after N Reach. It functions as a high performance. In addition, the rate of selection of a variable performance in which SP reach starts immediately in the case of a loss is extremely low at 2% compared to when it is determined that there is reach. Therefore, the variable performance in which SP reach reaches N reach and then starts is more easily noticed by the player than the variable performance in which SP reach starts immediately.

Here, the special symbol variation time related to direct SP variation (direct SP jackpot variation, direct SP loss variation) and the special symbol variation time related to normal SP variation (normal SP jackpot variation, normal SP loss variation) are both 109 It is set to the same time as seconds. Using this same length of special symbol variation time, in normal SP variation, the normal variation is performed to form a reach, and the production flow is performed in which the normal variation is performed and the reach is developed from N reach to SP reach. In the direct SP fluctuation, the performance is performed according to the performance flow in which the SP reach is started immediately with the start of the fluctuation performance (the start of the variable display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3). The SP reach execution route in which the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are shown becoming reach and then developed into SP reach is referred to as the "normal SP route." On the other hand, the SP reach execution route in which SP reach is performed in response to the start of variation without showing that the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach is called a direct SP route.

In this embodiment, SP reach includes SP reach (first stage) and SP reach (second stage). SP reach (first stage) is also referred to as first stage SP reach, and SP reach (second stage) is also referred to as second stage SP reach. The SP reach is an example of a specific performance, the latter stage SP reach is an example of the first performance, and the first stage SP reach is an example of the second performance. The performance content of the first stage SP reach is the background leading to the second stage SP reach (the story that leads to the performance content of the second stage SP reach). In normal SP variation, only the latter stage SP reach is executed as the SP reach, and in the direct SP variation, the latter stage SP reach is executed after the former stage SP reach is executed.

Specifically, SP reach is a battle reach in which a main character (knight) and an enemy character engage in a battle. The second stage SP reach begins with a scene where the main character and enemy character start a battle. The latter stage SP reach includes a winning/losing branch, and branches into a successful presentation (victory presentation) in which the main character wins against the enemy character, or a failure presentation (defeat presentation) in which the main character is defeated by the enemy character. The success performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has won a jackpot. The failure performance functions as a performance that suggests to the player that he has not won the jackpot. A success performance (win performance) is an example of a success mode, and a failure performance (defeat performance) is an example of a failure mode.

In contrast, the early SP reach depicts the growth process of the main character until he becomes a knight capable of fighting enemy characters. Early SP reach does not include a win/lose branch. By watching the early SP reach and late SP reach in succession, the player can gain a deeper understanding of the characters appearing in the late SP reach, and can also understand the background that led to the presentation of the late SP reach.

In this form, the probability that the direct SP variation will be selected in the event of a loss is extremely low (see Figure 33), so it is likely that the subsequent SP reach will have been executed several times before the previous SP reach is executed. . Therefore, the player will see the previous stage SP reach after seeing the latter stage SP reach several times, so there will be a special feeling in the variation effect of the direct SP fluctuation made up of the previous stage SP reach and the second stage SP reach, and it will not be easy to Compared to a gaming machine in which only the latter part of SP reach can be executed as SP reach, it is possible to improve the interest by SP reach.

In addition, in this embodiment, the SP reach with a long production length consisting of the first stage SP reach and the second stage SP reach is executed at the same time as the start of the variable performance without showing that the reach is established in the variable performance. This makes it possible to suppress the variation time of the direct SP variation to the same level as the variation time of the normal SP variation (both 109 seconds in the embodiment). In other words, even when showing a long story in SP reach, there is no need to implicitly set a long variation time. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from being disappointed when he is informed of a loss after an excessively long fluctuating performance, and it is possible to suppress a decline in interest in the game.

In addition, in direct SP fluctuation, SP reach starts immediately with the start of the fluctuation effect, so SP reach is considered to be executed progressively after the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach. It is possible to give the players a strong surprise while making them expect a big win, and it is expected that their interest will increase.

Next, based on FIGS. 34 to 37, the variation effect of the direct SP route will be explained in more detail. FIG. 34 is a timing chart comparing the structure of the variable effect in the normal SP route and the structure of the variable effect in the direct SP route. As shown in FIG. 34(A), in the variation performance related to the normal SP route, a normal variation (variation display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3) is performed first, and production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach. . The process in which the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach is that the left production symbol EZ1 first stops at a certain symbol (for example, 7 symbols), and then the right production symbol EZ3 becomes the same symbol as the stopped left production symbol EZ1. It is shown to the player by stopping at (7 symbols). A performance that shows that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become a reach is called a reach formation performance (a reach formation performance). When the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach, a reach effect of N reach is performed, which develops into a subsequent stage SP reach. From the start of the variable effect to the start of the subsequent SP reach is performed using 0 seconds to 29 seconds out of the 109 seconds of normal SP change special figure variation time, and from the start of the subsequent SP reach to the end of the variable effect, This is done using 29 seconds to 109 seconds out of the 109 seconds of special symbol variation time for normal SP variation. Note that the timing of the winning/losing branch (success/failure branch) in SP reach is when 99 seconds have passed from the start of the fluctuation.

On the other hand, in the variable performance related to the direct SP route, as shown in FIG. 34(B), the first stage SP reach is performed immediately with the start of the variable performance, and the second stage SP reach is performed following the end of the first stage SP reach. . That is, in the variable performance of the direct SP route, the SP reach is suddenly started without any performance showing that the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 become the reach (reach formation performance). The first stage SP reach is performed using 0 to 29 seconds out of the 109 seconds of special figure variation time of direct SP variation, and from the start of second stage SP reach to the end of the variation effect, the special figure variation time of direct SP variation is used. It is performed from 29 seconds to 109 seconds out of 109 seconds. The timing of the winning/losing branch (success/failure branch) in SP reach is when 99 seconds have passed from the start of the fluctuation. In other words, the start timing of the subsequent SP reach and the subsequent production structure are the same for both the direct SP route variation production and the normal SP route variation production, and the only difference between the two variation productions is from the start of variation until 29 seconds. The structure is as follows.

Next, an example of the execution of the variable performance of the direct SP route in the present pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained based on FIGS. 35 to 37. FIG. 35 shows the period from the start of the variable performance to the end of the first stage SP reach, and FIGS. 36 and 37 show the period from the start of the second stage SP reach to the end of the variable performance. In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a performance image on the display unit 50a in each performance (normal variation, N reach, SP reach, etc.) that constitutes the special figure variation performance, and also displays the performance image in accordance with the display of the performance image. A light emission effect using the frame lamp 53 and a board lamp 54, a sound effect using the speaker 52, a movable body effect using the movable devices 55, 56, 58, and an input device (normal button 40, special button 41) are used. It is possible to perform operations and performances.

In the direct SP route fluctuating performance, as shown in FIGS. 35(A) and 35(B), as soon as the fluctuating display of the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 starts, "" is displayed in white on a solid black background. "Direct SP" is displayed. This indicates to the player that SP reach has started. In addition, when displaying the characters "Direct SP", the production control microcomputer 121 displays both the left production symbol EZ1 and the right production symbol EZ3 as 7 symbols. This also allows the player to recognize that the started performance is a ready-to-win performance since the performance symbol is a ready-to-win performance. The display of the left performance symbol EZ1 and the right performance symbol EZ3 continues until the end of SP reach. In this way, in the variation production of the direct SP route, the process of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 becoming reach is not shown at all, and at the same time as the variation production starts, an image (character image of direct SP) that suggests the start of SP reach is displayed. And the effect symbol of reach state is suddenly displayed (FIG. 35(B)).

Next, the production control microcomputer 121 displays on the display unit 50a a scene in which the infant main character is playing with a stuffed toy (FIG. 35(C)), and then the slightly grown-up main character plays with a sword toy. Display the scene you are interested in (FIG. 35(D)). Then, a scene in which the main character has grown into a young man and devotes himself to practicing swordsmanship is displayed (Fig. 35 (E) and (F)), and then a scene in which the main character has grown even further and become a fine knight is displayed (Fig. 35 (E) and (F)). 35(G)(H)). A series of performances shown in FIGS. 35(B) to (H) are the first-stage SP reach. This first-stage SP reach allows the player to learn about events that occurred temporally before the production content of the second-stage SP reach that will be executed thereafter.

When the first stage SP reach ends, the performance control microcomputer 121 starts the second stage SP reach. Note that the performance contents of the latter stage SP reach are the same for the variable performance of the normal route. In the latter stage SP Reach, the words "Destroy enemy is displayed (Fig. 36(B)). After that, a battle scene between the main character and the enemy character is displayed. As a battle scene, a scene in which the main character performs a technique is displayed (FIG. 36(C)), or a scene in which an enemy character performs a technique is displayed (FIG. 36(D)).

Finally, a scene where the main character and the enemy character fight each other is displayed (FIG. 37(A)), and there is a chance of success or failure. In the winning/losing branch, an operation effect that prompts the user to operate the normal button 40 is performed over the scene where the main character and the enemy character fight each other (FIG. 37(B)). If the player operates the normal button 40 within the operation validity period of this operation performance, or if the operation validity period passes without operating the normal button 40, SP reach based on jackpot fluctuation (later SP (reach), a victory effect showing a scene in which the main character is winning is displayed (FIG. 37(C)). Then, following the victory performance, the background image before SP reach is executed (daytime normal background image G102) is returned to, and the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are definitively stopped and displayed on the double (stop mode indicating jackpot winning). At the same time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed in a horizontal position (FIG. 37(D)). On the other hand, in the case of SP reach based on loss variation (later stage SP reach), a defeat effect showing a scene in which the main character is defeated is displayed (FIG. 37(E)). Then, following the defeat effect, the background image before SP reach is executed (daytime normal background image G102) is returned to, and the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are definitively stopped and displayed at reach loss eyes (stop mode indicating loss). At the same time, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are stopped and displayed as losers (FIG. 37(F)).

In this manner, in this embodiment, the SP reach consisting of the front stage SP reach shown in FIGS. 35(B) to (H) and the latter stage SP reach shown in FIGS. 36 and 37 may start from the start of the variable effect ( Figure 34(B)). Therefore, compared to gaming machines where SP Reach, which is simply a battle scene, can be performed via N Reach, the timing of SP Reach is more unexpected, and the content of SP Reach is more fulfilling. It is possible to provide entertainment.

Next, a count-up timer performance (CU timer performance) that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained. The pachinko game machine PY1 is capable of executing a CU timer effect as a preview effect indicating the expected level of jackpot along with a variable effect based on the lottery of special drawing 1 in the non-time-saving state. The CU timer effect (an example of a progress effect) displays an image representing a timer (timer image G50, see FIG. 39) on the display unit 50a, and changes the displayed value (timer value) of the timer from zero (“00”). This is a performance that counts up toward the target value. In this embodiment, the target value of the CU timer effect is "99". The timer value "00" represents 0 seconds, and the timer value "99" represents 99 seconds. The timer value is incremented by 1 every second. The timer value "99" is an example of the predetermined mode.

FIG. 34(C) is a timing chart showing the production structure of the CU timer production. As shown in FIGS. 34(A) to (C), in the CU timer effect, the timer value starts counting up with the start of the variable effect. In a variation in which a second-stage SP reach is performed, a win/fail branch (success/failure branch) occurs 99 seconds after the start of the variation. If the CU timer performance is performed in conjunction with the direct SP fluctuation or normal SP fluctuation fluctuation performance, the timing when the timer value of the CU timer performance reaches "99" is the timing when the success/failure branch (success/failure branch) is reached in the subsequent SP reach. matches.

Here, there are cases in which the CU timer effect ends when the timer value reaches "99", and cases in which it ends without the timer value reaching "99". The CU timer performance in which the timer value reaches "99" may be executed in jackpot fluctuations (fluctuations based on jackpot winning determination results), but it is executed in loss fluctuations (fluctuations based on loss determination results). Never. In other words, when the timer value reaches "99", it functions as a notification of a jackpot win. In this embodiment, the timing at which the timer value reaches "99" is before the result of the win/fail branch (success/failure branch) is shown in the subsequent SP reach. Therefore, when a CU timer performance in which the timer value reaches "99" is performed in conjunction with a variable performance including SP reach, the player can recognize the jackpot winning by the CU timer performance.

As shown in FIG. 34(C), while the CU timer effect is being executed, an end promotion effect is executed at a predetermined timing to urge the end of the effect. Specifically, in the CU timer effect, a timer image G50 representing a timer and a mini-character image G60 representing a predetermined character (mini-character A) flying while holding the timer are displayed (see FIG. 39). The end prompting effect is a effect showing that the mini-character A is about to drop the timer (see FIG. 39(D) and FIG. 39(F)). If the CU timer effect is to be continued even though the end instigation effect has been executed, the mini-character A is shown holding on without dropping the timer (see FIG. 39(E)). On the other hand, when the CU timer effect is ended by executing the termination effect, the mini-character A is shown to drop the timer (see FIG. 39(G)).

In the CU timer performance, there are cases where the timer value ends without reaching "99", and cases where the timer value counts up to "18" and ends, and cases where the timer value counts up to "35" and ends. In some cases, the timer value counts up to "70" and ends. In other words, in this embodiment, until the timer value goes from "0" to "99" in the CU timer performance, the end prompting performance that prompts the end of the CU timer performance can be performed three times. The player does not know when the CU timer effect ends. This point is very different from the type of timer performance that counts down from a certain value to zero.

If the CU timer performance ends without the timer value reaching "99", after the mini-character A drops the timer, the timer image G50 is hidden and a suggestive performance suggesting the level of jackpot expectation is executed ( (See FIGS. 40(A) and 40(B)). The suggestion performance is a performance that suggests the degree of jackpot expectation by displaying predetermined characters. In this embodiment, there are three types of characters displayed as a suggestive effect: "...", "opportunity", and "heat".

FIG. 38 is an execution lottery table for the CU timer effect. Based on the table shown in FIG. 38, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not to execute the CU timer performance, and the performance mode when executing it (such as how many seconds the timer value continues, and the suggested performance). (e.g. which characters to display). Specifically, in the execution lottery of the CU timer effect, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines that the special figure variation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 variation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "direct SP jackpot variation" (THP001). In this case, it is decided to execute the CU timer effect at a rate of 40%, and the breakdown includes a mode in which the count-up of the timer value ends at "35" and the characters "opportunity" are displayed ( ``35 seconds + opportunity'') is selected at a rate of 4%, and the timer value count-up ends at ``35'' and the word ``heat'' is displayed (say ``35 seconds + heat''). is selected at a rate of 6%, and a mode in which the timer value count-up ends at ``70'' and the word ``opportunity'' is displayed (say ``70 seconds + opportunity'') is selected at a rate of 4%, Select a mode in which the timer value count-up ends at "70" and the word "heat" is displayed (say "70 seconds + heat") at a rate of 16%, and the timer value counts up to "99". (say "99 seconds") at a rate of 10%.

In addition, when the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "normal SP jackpot fluctuation" (THP002), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the performance at a rate of 40%. It was decided to perform a CU timer effect, and the details include a mode in which the count up of the timer value ends at "18" and the word "opportunity" is displayed ("18 seconds + opportunity"). %, select the mode in which the timer value counts up to ``18'' and displays the word ``Heat'' (say ``18 seconds + heat'') at a rate of 2%, and select ``35''. ``Seconds + Opportunity'' mode is selected at a rate of 3%, ``35 seconds + Heat'' mode is selected at a rate of 5%, ``70 seconds + Opportunity'' mode is selected at a rate of 3%, and ``70 seconds + Opportunity'' mode is selected at a rate of 3%. The mode of "70 seconds + heat" is selected at a rate of 15%, and the mode of "99 seconds" is selected at a rate of 10%.

In addition, when the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is "N jackpot fluctuation" (THP003), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the CU at a rate of 20%. It was decided to execute a timer effect, and the details include a mode in which the count-up of the timer value ends at "18" and the characters "..." are displayed ("18 seconds +..."). ) is selected at a rate of 2%, and the aspect of "18 seconds + opportunity" is selected at a rate of 18%. In addition, since the fluctuation time of the N jackpot fluctuation is 29 seconds, a CU timer effect in which the timer value is 35 seconds or more is never selected.

In addition, when the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the special figure 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "direct SP loss fluctuation" (THP021), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the performance control microcomputer 121 at a rate of 20%. It was decided to execute the CU timer effect, and the details were as follows: "35 seconds + opportunity" was selected at a rate of 10%, "35 seconds + heat" was selected at a rate of 4%, The mode of "70 seconds + opportunity" is selected at a rate of 4%, and the mode of "70 seconds + heat" is selected at a rate of 2%.

In addition, if the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the game control microcomputer 101 is "normal SP loss fluctuation" (THP022), the production control microcomputer 121 controls the performance control microcomputer 121 at a rate of 20%. It was decided to execute the CU timer effect, and the breakdown was that ``18 seconds + opportunity'' mode was selected at a rate of 8%, ``18 seconds + heat'' mode was selected at a rate of 2%, The mode of "35 seconds + opportunity" was selected at a rate of 5%, the mode of "35 seconds + heat" was selected at a rate of 2%, and the mode of "70 seconds + opportunity" was selected at a rate of 2%. , select the mode of "70 seconds + heat" at a rate of 1%.

In addition, when the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is "N loss fluctuation" (THP023), the performance control microcomputer 121 controls the CU at a rate of 10%. It was decided to execute a timer effect, and the breakdown was that ``18 seconds +...'' was selected at a rate of 8%, and ``18 seconds + Opportunity'' was selected at a rate of 2%. do. In addition, since the fluctuation time of the N loss fluctuation is 29 seconds, a CU timer effect in which the timer value is 35 seconds or more is never selected. Furthermore, in the case of loss fluctuations (THP021 to 023), the CU timer effect in the form of "99 seconds" is not executed.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 determines whether the special symbol fluctuation pattern indicated by the special symbol 1 fluctuation start command received from the gaming control microcomputer 101 is "normal A losing fluctuation" (THP041) or "normal B losing fluctuation" (THP042). If there is, the CU timer effect will not be executed.

In this manner, in this embodiment, the CU timer effect in the form of "99 seconds" may be executed only based on either the direct SP jackpot variation or the normal SP jackpot variation. Therefore, when the timer value reaches "99" in the CU timer performance, it functions as a notification of a jackpot win. Further, in SP jackpot fluctuations, the timer value is likely to be counted up to a large value, and in SP loss fluctuations, the timer value is difficult to be counted up to a large value. Therefore, the CU timer performance is a performance that suggests a higher jackpot expectation as it is counted up to a larger value (in other words, the later the performance ends). In addition, the suggestion effect of "..." may be selected for N variation (N jackpot variation, N loss variation), but it may be selected for SP variation (direct SP jackpot variation, normal SP jackpot variation, direct SP loss variation). , normal SP loss fluctuation) is not selected. Therefore, the suggestive performance of "..." functions as a performance that suggests that the variable performance ends with N reaches. In addition, in the case of jackpot fluctuations, "heat" is more likely to be selected than "..." or "opportunity" as a suggestion effect when the CU timer effect ends without counting up to "99", and "..." ``Opportunity'' is more likely to be selected than ``.''. On the other hand, in the loss fluctuation, "heat" is less likely to be selected than "..." or "opportunity" as a suggestion effect when the CU timer effect ends without counting up to "99", and "..." ``Opportunity'' is less likely to be selected than ``.''. Therefore, the jackpot expectation level of each character in the suggestive performance has a relationship of "heat" > "opportunity" > "...".

Next, an example of execution of the CU timer performance in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be explained based on FIGS. 39 to 41. FIGS. 39 and 40 show a case where the CU timer effect in the form of "35 seconds + opportunity" is executed in conjunction with the variable effect of the normal SP route. Further, FIG. 41 shows a case where a CU timer effect in the form of "99 seconds" is executed.

When the CU timer effect is executed, as shown in FIGS. 39(A) and 39(B), at the start of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3, the timer image G50 and the mini character image G60 are displayed on the right side of the display section 50a. will be displayed. For several seconds (approximately 5 seconds in this embodiment) from the start of the CU timer effect, the timer image G50 includes not only the image of the timer value but also the character image G51 that says "If it lasts 99 seconds." The display of this character image G51 is an effect that explains the meaning of the CU timer effect to the player, and by this display, it is possible to direct the player's attention to whether the timer value counts up to "99". be.

In the CU timer performance, the timer value counts up as time passes (FIGS. 39(B) to (D)). In parallel with this, the left effect symbol EZ1 is stopped (Fig. 39 (C)), and then the right effect symbol EZ3 is stopped to form a reach (Fig. 39 (D)), and so on. It's progressing. Here, when the timer value reaches "15", the first ending effect (effect in which the mini-character is about to drop the timer) is executed (FIG. 39(D)). In this execution example, the CU timer effect does not end in the first termination effect, and the mini character A lifts the timer again (FIG. 39(E)). During this time, the count-up of the timer value of the timer image G50 is progressing, and the variation effect is also progressing to N reach.

The fluctuating effect develops into a later stage SP reach, and the second end provocation effect is executed around the timer value of the timer image reaches "32" (FIG. 39(F)). In this execution example, the CU timer effect is ended with the second end promotion effect. In other words, following the second end prompting effect, mini-character A is displayed dropping the timer (FIG. 39(G)). When mini-character A drops the timer, as shown in FIGS. 39(G) and 40(A)(B)(C), an image of the timer cracking and breaking is displayed as timer image G50, and the timer is broken. A series of effects are performed in which the character image G54 of "opportunity" appears from the timer. This suggestion effect of displaying the character image G54 of "opportunity" suggests to the player the degree of expectation of a jackpot. Note that the timer value of the timer image G50 is updated even after the timer falls until it breaks (FIGS. 39(F)(G), FIG. 40(A)). In this execution example, the count-up of the timer value ends at "35" (FIGS. 40(A) and 40(B)). Furthermore, after the timer is dropped, the mini-character A looks at the timer for a while, but eventually leaves the scene (the frame goes out to the right end of the display section 50a, FIGS. 40(C) and 40(D)). Further, the character image G54 of "Opportunity" is displayed for a predetermined period of time and then hidden. In this way, the CU timer performance can end without the timer value reaching "99", but during this time, the subsequent SP reach is It progresses.

FIG. 41 shows an example of a performance in which the timer value reaches "99" in the CU timer performance. As shown in FIG. 41(A), when the timer value reaches "99" in the CU timer performance, a win/fail branch (success/failure branch) is reached in the subsequent SP reach. In other words, the player is given an instruction to operate the normal button 40. If the CU timer effect is not being executed, in this operation effect the player would normally operate the button 40 with the expectation of winning the jackpot, but in this example of effect, the timer value is "99" as the CU timer effect. A timer image G50 that has reached "" and a mini-character image G60 representing the mini-character A who is happy with this are displayed, and the player recognizes that he has won the jackpot. Therefore, you can watch SP Reach's future development with a sense of security. In other words, as shown in FIGS. 41(B) and (C), when the timer value reaches "99" in the CU timer performance, a victory performance (success performance) is executed as a result of the SP reach win/loss branch, The performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, KZ3 will be stopped and displayed on a double roll, but the player will not be able to see this at the time before the result of the winning/losing branch shown in FIG. 41(A) is displayed. It is possible to proceed with the game with confidence in the development of the performance and with a sense of elation.

Next, an explanation will be given of the effect when a small hit is won based on the lottery of special drawing 2 in the time saving state. When a small hit is won based on the lottery of the special figure 2, the performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are finally stopped and displayed at the zero (for example, 777) in the variable performance. Thereafter, the performance control microcomputer 121 performs the right-hit notification performance as shown in FIGS. 42(A), 43(B) and 43(A) during the period of the small winning OP (small winning opening). The small winning OP is a closing period before opening the second large winning opening 15 in the small winning game, and is set to 10 seconds in this embodiment. In the small win OP, the effect control microcomputer 121 first displays a character image of "BONUS" at approximately the center position (inner position than the center frame 61) on the display section 50a (FIG. 42(A)). As a result, the player is notified again of the winning.

Then, the performance control microcomputer 121 starts the right-hitting notification performance with a delay of several seconds after the display of "BONUS". As shown in FIGS. 42(A), 43(B) and 43(A), this right-handed hitting notification effect stretches the arrow image G70 along the trajectory of the game ball when the ball is actually hit right. It is something. In other words, in this embodiment, since the entire rear area of the gaming area 6 is the display section 50a of the image display device 50 (an example of a predetermined display device), such a display section 50a is utilized to actually perform right-handed hitting. An arrow image G70 (an example of a trajectory image) representing the trajectory of the game ball is displayed so as to overlap the path of the game ball (ball path portion 63) in the front-rear direction. The ball passage section 63 includes a path defined by the outer wall 1C and the inner wall 1B, a path defined by the outer wall 1C and the center frame 61, and the like.

Specifically, in the right-handed notification performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 gradually extends the tip of the arrow image G70 along the ball path portion 63. 42(A) shows a stage where the tip of the arrow image G70 has extended to the vicinity of the ball return prevention piece 1Ba provided at the upper end of the inner wall portion 1B, and FIG. 43(A) shows a stage in which the tip of the arrow image G70 extends to the top of the center frame 61 after proceeding from the stage shown in FIG. 42(B). This shows a stage where the tip of the image G70 has extended to the vicinity of the second grand prize winning device 15D. By executing the right-hit notification effect in which the arrow image G70 is extended along the ball path section 63 in this way, the player can clearly imagine the trajectory of the actual game ball, and the ball path section 63 Simply displaying the words "Right-handed" on a display in a position unrelated to the position, displaying an arrow pointing to the right, or displaying a combination of an image of the game board surface and an image showing the trajectory of the game ball. Compared to the configuration, it is possible to provide a right-handed hitting notification performance that is easier to understand and has a sense of realism. Note that the right hit notification effect that displays the arrow image G70 is an example of a trajectory display effect.

When the second big prize opening 15 is opened after the small winning OP time has passed (when the VAT opening/closing member 15k is in the open state), the performance control microcomputer 121 moves the arrow as shown in FIG. 43(B). While the image G70 is hidden, an effect image G74 representing a radial effect is displayed in the display area including the rear of the second grand prize winning device 15D and the vicinity thereof on the display section 50a. As described above, since the second big prize winning device 15D is formed of a transparent synthetic resin member, the player can clearly see the effect image G74 even from in front of the second big winning device 15D. Note that the display area near the second big winning device 15D on the display section 50a is referred to as a nearby display area 50x. The effect image G74 is displayed not only in the rear display area of the second grand prize winning device 15D but also in the vicinity display area 50x. The vicinity display area 50x refers to, for example, the range from the second grand prize winning device 15D to about the center frame 61. In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays the character image G75 "Aim for the attacker!" approximately in the center of the display unit 50a, and displays the second grand prize winning device in the left display area of the second grand prize winning device 15D. An image G76 of a rightward arrow pointing toward the device 15D is displayed. By displaying these images, the second grand prize device 15D (second grand prize opening 15) is highlighted, and the game player is informed that the game ball should enter the second grand prize device 15D (second grand prize opening 15). It is possible to make people aware of this. In this way, in this embodiment, by a series of effects shown in FIGS. 42(A), 43(A), and 43(B), it is possible to determine what path the game ball should take and how to move the game ball. It is possible to make the player understand information about the game method, such as which entry hole the ball should enter, in an extremely easy-to-understand manner. In addition, the second big prize winning device 15D is an example of a specific device and an example of a predetermined ball entering device. Furthermore, the display of the effect image G74 is an example of a specific display effect.

Next, we will explain the V winning presentation. The performance control microcomputer 121 controls when the VAT opening/closing member 15k of the second big winning device 15D is in an open state in a small winning game, and the game ball passes through a specific area 16 (an example of a predetermined area) in the second big winning opening 15. If so, a V-winning performance will be performed. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 executes the V winning effect based on the fact that the specific area sensor 16a is turned on, as shown in FIG. In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 121 displays an image on the display unit 50a as a V winning effect, as if the main character had jumped out from inside the second grand prize winning device 15D, as shown in FIGS. 45 and 46. . For this reason, the V-winning performance is also called a character pop-out performance. The V prize-winning effect (character pop-out effect) is an example of a predetermined display effect.

Specifically, in the V prize-winning performance (character pop-out performance), the performance control microcomputer 121 first uses the display area (nearby display area 50x) including the area behind and the vicinity of the second big prize winning device 15D in the display section 50a. , displays an image in which the main character (an example of a predetermined object) appears to jump out from the second grand prize winning device 15D to the left (FIG. 45(A)). Next, the production control microcomputer 121 displays an image of the main character jumping out from the second grand prize winning device 15D and moving toward the center of the display section 50a (FIG. 45(B)), and then displays the production control microcomputer 121. The microcomputer 121 displays an image in which the main character has moved to the center of the display section 50a and is moving toward the player (front side) (FIG. 46). The image representing the main character in the character pop-out effect is assumed to be the main character image G77. The main character image G77 moves from a position outside the center frame 61 close to the second grand prize winning device 15D to inside the center frame 61 (FIGS. 45(A) and 45(B)). Then, it is finally displayed in a size that extends beyond the game area 6 (see FIG. 46), giving an impact to the player. Note that the effects shown in FIGS. 45 and 46 are executed following the effect shown in FIG. 43(B).

Here, as described above, the image display device 50 is capable of displaying a 3D image that allows the player to feel the depth even with the naked eye, and the display section 50a of the image display device 50 covers the entire rear area of the gaming area 6. It has spread. Therefore, as shown in FIGS. 45 and 46, the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment has a display in which the main character jumps out from the second prize winning device 15D and approaches the player as a character pop-out effect. It is possible to perform a performance. And in this form, by such a character pop-out effect, the letter "V" is displayed in a position unrelated to the position of the second major prize winning device (the so-called V attacker), and effects are displayed, which are common in the past. It is possible to display an interesting level of fun that would never be exhibited in a V-winning production.

Next, the performance when the player is not operating (gripping) the handle 72k during the above-mentioned small winning game will be described based on FIGS. 47 and 48. In this embodiment, the detection signal of the touch sensor 72a (see FIG. 6) in the firing device 72 is input to the main control board 100 (game control microcomputer 101) via the firing control circuit 175 and the payout control board 170. It is assumed that the game control microcomputer 101 outputs a signal indicating the detection result of the touch sensor 72a to the sub-control board 120 (performance control microcomputer 121) at a predetermined period. In addition, the detection signal of the touch sensor 72a may be configured to be input to the sub-control board 120 (the production control microcomputer 121) without going through the payout control board 170 or the main control board 100.

The performance control microcomputer 121 executes a right-hitting notification performance (an example of a hitting instruction) that displays an arrow image G70 on the display unit 50a during the small winning OP (small winning opening) (FIG. 42(A) (B), FIG. 43(A)), if the detection signal from the touch sensor 72a indicates that the handle 72k is not gripped during this period, as shown in FIG. 47(A), the arrow In addition to the image G70, a character image G90 reading "Turn the handle" is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the voice "Turn the handle" is repeatedly output from the speaker 52. In other words, the right-handed batting notification performance (batting instruction) is performed in a special manner emphasized by displaying the character image G90 of "Turn the handle" and outputting the sound. Thereby, it is possible to strongly urge the player who has not gripped the handle 72k even though the small winning game has started to play right-handed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from missing an opportunity to pass V.

In addition, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays an effect image G74 representing a radial effect, a character image G75 of "Aim for the attacker!", and By displaying the image G76 of an arrow pointing to the right pointing to the second grand prize winning device 15D, an instruction (an example of how to bat) to hit the ball to the right with the aim of hitting the ball into the second grand prize opening 15 is given. (FIG. 43(B)), but if the detection signal from the touch sensor 72a indicates that the handle 72k is not gripped during this period, the effect image is displayed as shown in FIG. 47(B). In addition to G74 and the character image G75, a character image G90 of "Turn the handle" is displayed on the display unit 50a, and a rightward arrow is displayed in a manner more conspicuous than the rightward arrow image G76 shown in FIG. 43(B). image G79 is displayed on the display section 50a, and furthermore, the voice "Turn the handle" is repeatedly output from the speaker 52. Note that the image G79 of the rightward arrow shown in FIG. 47(B) has a larger display size than the rightward arrow image G76 shown in FIG. 43(B), and has an emphasized border.

In this way, if the detection signal from the touch sensor 72a indicates that the handle 72k is not gripped during the opening period of the second big prize opening 15 in the small winning game, the performance control microcomputer 121 issues the following message: Hit the ball to the right with the aim of hitting the ball into the second grand prize opening 15 in a special manner that is emphasized by displaying the text image G90 of “Turn it” and outputting the sound, and by displaying the conspicuous rightward arrow image G79. Give instructions (how to bat) to the effect that the player should do the following. As a result, in a small winning game, a player who is not holding the handle 72k even though the second big prize opening 15 has started to be opened, is forced to hit the ball to the right with the aim of hitting the ball into the second big winning opening 15. It is possible to strongly urge people to do what they should do. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from missing the opportunity to pass V.

It should be noted that there may be a right-handed hitting notification effect (FIGS. 42(A), (B), FIG. 43(A)) that does not involve displaying the character image G90 of "Turn the handle" or an instruction to right-handed hitting (FIG. 43). (B)) is an example of a batting instruction in the normal mode.

FIG. 48 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the detection signal of the touch sensor 72a in the firing device 72 and the batting instruction from the performance control microcomputer 121. In this embodiment, when the touch sensor 72a detects the player's contact with the handle 72k, the touch sensor 72a turns ON (the detection signal of the touch sensor 72a becomes a level corresponding to ON), and the contact is detected. If not, the touch sensor 72a is turned OFF (the detection signal of the touch sensor 72a is at a level corresponding to OFF). In addition, the execution period of the batting instruction to the effect that the player should bat to the right as shown in FIGS. 42 and 43 is, in principle, from the start of the small winning OP until the V winning occurs. However, if a V-win does not occur, an instruction to hit to the right as shown in FIG. 43(B) will be given until the end of the opening period of the second big prize opening 15 in the small winning game. do.

As shown in FIG. 48, the performance control microcomputer 121 controls, if the touch sensor 72a does not detect the player's contact with the handle 72k during the execution period of the batting instruction (if the touch sensor 72a is OFF), As shown in FIGS. 47(A) and 47(B), a special batting instruction is given, which is emphasized by displaying a character image G90 such as "Turn the handle" and outputting a voice. When the touch sensor 72a detects the player's contact during the instruction on how to play in the special mode (when the touch sensor 72a is turned ON), the character image G90 of "Turn the handle" is hidden, and the text image "Turn the handle" is hidden. For example, the output of the voice "Turn it" is stopped, and the instruction is switched to the normal type of batting instruction as shown in FIGS. 42 and 43. If the touch sensor 72a detects the player's non-contact during the execution period of the batting instructions in the normal mode (if the touch sensor 72a is turned off), Change to a special type of batting instruction, that is, additionally display the character image G90 of "Turn the handle" and output the voice, and display the rightward arrow image G76 (FIG. 43(B)). If so, this is changed and displayed as an image G79 of a rightward arrow (FIG. 47(B)). When it is not the period for executing the batting instruction, no batting instruction is given to the effect that the player should bat to the right, regardless of whether the touch sensor 72a is ON or OFF. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 47(B), while the character image G75 of "Aim at the attacker!" is displayed, the character image G90 of "Turn the handle" is additionally displayed. Turn the handle and aim at the attacker!'' A series of meaningful character images G92 are constructed.

As described above, according to the present embodiment, from the start of the small winning OP in the small winning game until the V winning occurs (or until the opening period of the second large winning opening 15 ends), the player holds the handle 72k. If the ball is not gripped, a special batting instruction as shown in FIGS. 47(A) and 47(B) will emphasize that the ball should be hit to the right. Thereby, it is possible to reliably prevent the player from suffering a disadvantage due to not playing the game correctly.

Next, the effect when V passing does not occur in the small winning game will be explained based on FIGS. 49 and 50. In addition, in this form, as already mentioned, the ending time (small win ED) in the small winning game is set to 5 seconds (normal ending time) when V passing occurs, while when V passing occurs, If it does not occur, the ending time is set to 20 seconds (the ending time is the normal ending time of 5 seconds plus an additional ending time of 15 seconds) (see FIG. 32).

When V passing occurs in a small winning game, the production control microcomputer 121 executes a V winning production (which displays the main character image G77 on the display section 50a using the period from the occurrence of V passing until the end of the small winning ED). However, if the V passing does not occur in the small winning game, the small winning ED set for a longer time than when the V passing occurs. Using the period, as shown in FIG. 49(A), a V puncture notification effect is executed to notify the player that a V pass has not occurred. Specifically, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays a character image G94 of "V winning has not occurred. Shift to normal game" on the display unit 50a as a V puncture notification performance. The V-punk notification performance is an example of a specific suggestion.

In this form, since the game state is transferred from the time-saving state to the non-time-saving state at the start of the small winning game, it is not possible to cause V passing in the small winning game due to reasons such as the game being not played correctly. In this case, after the small winning game ends, the game will be played in a non-time saving state (normal gaming state). That is, as shown in FIG. 49(B), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 are displayed in a variable manner while the daytime normal background image G102 is displayed on the display section 50a. For this reason, if the configuration is such that the V puncture notification effect is not executed even when the V passage does not occur, it is difficult to understand why the jackpot game is not executed or why the time saving state has ended, and the corresponding There is a possibility that some players may mistakenly believe that they have suffered a disadvantage due to a failure of the pachinko game machine PY1. Therefore, in this embodiment, if V passing does not occur in a small winning game, the small winning ED time is set to be long (see Fig. 32), and this small winning ED period is used to create a V puncture notification effect. (See FIG. 49(A)) to accurately convey the gaming situation to the player.

FIG. 50 is a timing chart for explaining the execution timing of the V-punk notification effect. As shown in FIG. 50, in the small winning game, after the 10 second small winning opening has elapsed, there is an opening period in which the second big prize opening 15 is opened for 0.1 seconds 15 times, but during this opening period If the specific area sensor 16a does not turn on (V passing is not detected), and the valid period of the specific area 16 ends without the specific area sensor 16a turning on after that, the specific area sensor 16a does not turn on. At the timing when the validity period of the area 16 ends, the performance control microcomputer 121 starts executing the V-punk notification performance. Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 uses the period until the end of the small hit ED, which is set to be a long 20 seconds, to perform the V blowout notification effect shown in FIG. 49(A) to the player. Make sure to fully acknowledge that this did not occur. In this embodiment, the validity period of the specific area 16 shall end in about 3 seconds from the end of the opening period of the second big prize opening 15 (less than the time of the small win ED when passing V).

Next, the production during the jackpot game based on the V winning will be explained. The small winnings that can be won in the special drawing 2 lottery include small winning symbols 1 to 3 (see Figure 32). If you win the small winning symbol 1 or the small winning symbol 2, the time will be shortened after the second type jackpot game ends, but if you win the small winning symbol 3, the time will be reduced after the second type jackpot game ends. Controlled to shorten time. When the time saving state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game, the jackpot game can be executed again based on the lottery of the special drawing 2. In other words, a series of jackpots is confirmed. On the other hand, if the game is controlled to be in a non-time saving state after the end of the jackpot game, the game returns to the game aiming at winning the jackpot based on the lottery of special drawing 1. Therefore, the player is interested in whether or not the time-saving state is controlled after the end of the jackpot game. Note that the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment is configured such that it is possible to store up to four Tokuzu 1 reservations, but it is not possible to store any Tokuzu 2 reservations and no regular game reservations. The upper limit number of reserved special figures and regular figures can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

In the pachinko game machine PY1, regardless of whether the small winning symbol 1, the small winning symbol 2, or the small winning symbol 3 is won, in the subsequent 2nd type jackpot game, the performance proceeds as shown in FIG. 51. . To put it simply, the flow of the performance during the jackpot game in this form is that a challenge performance is performed to challenge a predetermined mission, and if it is successful (if the success performance is executed), the time saving state is entered after the jackpot game. If it is determined that the game will be controlled and it fails (if the failure performance is executed), there is a high possibility that the game will be controlled to a non-time saving state after the jackpot game. Even when a failure performance is executed, a revival performance (resurrection ED performance) may be performed in the ED (ending) of a jackpot game, and in this case, the time saving state is controlled after the jackpot game. Incidentally, when a failure performance is executed as a result of the challenge performance, and when the game is controlled to a non-time saving state after a jackpot game, an end ED performance indicating that the game is controlled to a non-time saving state is executed. Further, if a successful performance is executed as a result of the challenge performance, a continuation ED performance indicating that the time saving state is controlled is executed. When a challenge performance is performed, whether a continuation ED performance, an end ED performance, or a revival ED performance is performed is determined depending on the type of small winning symbol. In the ED of the jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 1, a continuation ED performance is performed, in the ED of the jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 2, a revival ED performance is performed, and in the ED of the jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 3, The ending ED performance is performed.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 51, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment executes a notification performance and a start waiting performance before starting the challenge performance. The notification performance is a performance that notifies the player of the content of the challenge performance (the content of the mission in the challenge performance). In this form, the mission in the challenge presentation is to make the logo movable body 400 (a part of the upper decoration body 31 shown in FIG. 1) appear (from the standby position shown in FIG. 1 to the presentation position shown in FIG. 55) within 10 counts. (see FIG. 54(A)). The logo movable body 400 is a movable body modeled after the main character, and is one of the production means whose drive is controlled by the production control microcomputer 121.

The start waiting performance is a performance performed after the announcement performance, and is a performance for waiting to see if the player is in a situation where he can accept the execution of the challenge performance (a situation where he can aim to accomplish the mission). Specifically, the start waiting performance is a performance that allows the player to operate the normal button 40 (an example of a predetermined operation unit) at any timing (see FIGS. 54(B) and 54(C)). If the normal button 40 is operated during the start waiting performance, the challenge performance is started at the timing of the operation. In other words, the mission challenge begins. In this way, in this embodiment, the challenge performance is not automatically started immediately following the announcement performance, but it is possible to start the challenge performance at a timing of the player's preference after the announcement performance. . In the start waiting effect, no effect that makes people aware of the operation effective period (see FIG. 54(B)) is performed until the operation effective period (operation acceptance period) of the normal button 40 reaches 5 seconds remaining. The remaining time display G80 indicating the remaining time is displayed from the stage when the second is reached (see FIG. 54(C)). As a result, the player can start the challenge performance at the timing of his/her preference without being rushed, and it is also possible to prevent the situation where the waiting performance ends without the player's knowledge. ing.

If the normal button 40 is not operated during the start waiting performance, as shown in FIG. 51, the challenge performance is not started, but a music performance (an example of another performance) is started instead. Therefore, a player who does not want to take on the mission can avoid taking on the mission by not operating the normal button 40 during the start waiting performance. In this case, if the time-saving state is to be controlled after the jackpot game (if the winning small winning symbol is small winning symbol 1 or small winning symbol 2), this will be announced at the ending of the jackpot game. . That is, a resurrection ED effect (an example of a resurrection effect) indicating that the time-saving state is controlled is performed. On the other hand, if it is to be controlled to a non-time saving state (if the winning small winning symbol is small winning symbol 3), the ending effect suggests that it will be controlled to a non time saving state. The ending ED effect is executed.

It should be noted that the period from the announcement performance to the result of the challenge performance or the end of the music performance is carried out using the time from when there are 9R remaining in the jackpot game to the final round. On the other hand, the continuation ED performance, the end ED performance, and the revival ED performance are all performed during the ED of the jackpot game (the closing period of the jackpot opening after all round games are completed).

The production during the jackpot game will be explained in more detail based on FIGS. 52 to 57. FIG. 52 is a timing chart showing the execution relationship of the announcement performance, start waiting performance, challenge performance, and music performance. When the type 2 jackpot game is started, the performance control microcomputer 121 first starts the notification performance (FIG. 52(A)), and following the end of this notification performance, starts the start waiting performance (FIG. 52(A)). )(B)). If the normal button 40 is operated during the execution period of the start waiting effect, the start waiting effect is ended in response to this operation (see the two-dot chain line in FIG. 52(B)), and the challenge effect is started (see FIG. 52(B)). 52(B)(C)). In this way, in this embodiment, the player can start the challenge performance at any timing.

If the execution period of the start waiting effect (operation valid period of the normal button 40) has elapsed without the normal button 40 being operated, the start waiting effect is ended and the music effect is started (Fig. 52(C) )(D)). In this manner, in this embodiment, if the player does not wish to challenge the mission, it is possible to prevent the challenge performance from being executed. Note that, from 5 seconds before the end of the execution period of the start waiting performance (the valid period of operation of the normal button 40), the remaining time count is displayed (remaining time display G80, FIG. 54(C)). Thereby, it is possible to suppress the occurrence of a situation in which the opportunity to start a challenge performance ends without the player's knowledge.

As described above, the challenge performance is one in which the mission is to make the logo movable body 400 appear within 10 counts. Specifically, in the challenge performance, the numbers from 10 to 1 are counted down one by one. In the challenge presentation of a successful mode in which the mission is successful, at which timing from counts 10 to 1 the logo movable body 400 is displaced to the presentation position is determined by lottery. The challenge performance in the successful mode is performed when the game is a type 2 jackpot game based on the small win symbol 1. On the other hand, a challenge presentation in which the mission fails is performed in the case of a type 2 jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 2 or the small winning symbol 3. In addition, in the type 2 jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 2, a challenge performance of a failure mode is performed, but at the ending, a revival ED performance is performed that suggests that the time saving state is controlled.

When executing the challenge effect in the successful mode, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines the drive timing (appearance timing) of the logo movable body 400 based on the drive timing determination table shown in FIG. 53. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 53, the production control microcomputer 121 selects count values "10" to "8" at a rate of 5% each as the drive timing of the logo movable body 400, and selects the count value "10" to "8" at a rate of 5%. Count values "7" to "4" are selected at a rate of 10% each, and count values "3" to "1" are selected at a rate of 15% each. In this manner, in this embodiment, the logo movable body 400 can be more expected to be driven when the count value is a relatively small value than when the count value is a large value. Note that the selection ratio of the drive timing of the logo movable body 400 can be changed as appropriate.

Next, an example of the performance during the jackpot game in this pachinko game machine PY1 will be explained based on FIGS. 54 to 57. When a V win occurs in the small winning game and the second type jackpot game is started, the performance control microcomputer 121 first executes the notification performance as shown in FIG. 54(A). In this announcement performance, the words "Make the logo appear within 10 counts!" are displayed on the display section 50a. This means that the mission of the upcoming challenge performance is to displace the logo movable body 400 from the standby position (FIG. 1) to the performance position (FIG. 55) within 10 counts. Note that the logo is the name of the main character in the work that is the motif of the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, and the logo movable body 400 is a movable body for presentation that expresses this main character.

Following the announcement performance, the performance control microcomputer 121 executes a start waiting performance, as shown in FIGS. 54(B) and 54(C). In this start waiting effect, the words "Press the button whenever you are ready!" and an operation unit image showing the normal button 40 being pressed are displayed on the display unit 50a. The execution period of the start waiting effect is set to about 13 seconds in this embodiment. Since the start waiting effect prepares the player to accept the challenge, it is desirable that the execution period of the start waiting effect is at least 10 seconds or longer. Furthermore, in the start waiting performance, a remaining time display G80 indicating the remaining time until the end is displayed in the form of "5 seconds left until decision" from 5 seconds before the end (FIG. 54(C)).

If the normal button 40 is operated within the execution period of the start waiting effect (within the operation valid period of the normal button 40), the effect control microcomputer 121 starts the challenge effect as shown in FIG. 54(D). do. In the challenge performance, the words "Continue if the logo appears" and a count display G82 indicating the end time of the mission are displayed on the display section 50a. The count display G82 is a display that progresses from 10 to 1 in a manner of subtracting by 1 (FIGS. 54(D) and 54(E)), and indicates to the player the remaining time (deadline, time limit) of the mission. As the value of the count display G82 decreases by 1, it serves to irritate the mind of the player who wants to succeed in the mission (who wants to be given a time-saving state). If the challenge performance is started in this way, the count display G82 will be decremented. Therefore, providing a start waiting performance before the start of the challenge performance as in this embodiment is effective in allowing the players to enjoy the challenge performance with plenty of time to spare.

If the challenge performance being executed is a successful challenge performance, that is, if the challenge performance is being executed in a jackpot game based on small winning symbol 1, the performance is executed at the timing determined by the drive timing lottery shown in FIG. The control microcomputer 121 performs a success presentation. In this performance example, it is assumed that the count value "9" has been selected in the drive timing lottery shown in FIG. In such a case, the performance control microcomputer 121 displays "9" as the value of the count display G82, and then displays the characters "congratulation!" as a successful performance, as shown in FIGS. 54(E) and 54(F). The logo movable body 400 is displayed on the display section 50a, and the logo movable body 400 is moved from the standby state shown in FIG. 1 (standby position) to the presentation state shown in FIG. Note that the drive mechanism and the like of the logo movable body 400 will not be described because a publicly known configuration may be appropriately adopted, but in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the upper decoration body 31 includes the logo movable body 400, It is possible to transform from the state shown in FIG. 1 (standby state) to the state shown in FIG. 55 (presentation state).

Through such a successful performance, the player is informed that the time saving state will be entered after the end of the jackpot game. In this embodiment, shifting to the time saving state means that consecutive jackpots are confirmed.

Furthermore, as shown in FIGS. 54(D) and (E), if the challenge performance has been started but the challenge performance being executed is a challenge performance in failure mode, that is, a jackpot based on the small winning symbol 2 or the small winning symbol 3. When a challenge performance is being executed in a game, the performance control microcomputer 121 increases the value of the count display G82 to "1" without displacing the logo movable body 400 to the performance position, as shown in FIG. 56(A). A subtraction display is performed, followed by a failure effect. In the failure effect, as shown in FIG. 56(B), the words "Unfortunate..." are displayed on the display section 50a for a predetermined period of time.

If the failure performance is executed, the performance control microcomputer 121 executes either the end ED performance (FIG. 56(C)) or the resurrection ED performance (FIG. 56(D)) at the ending after the final round. . The ending ED performance shown in FIG. 56(C) is executed when the gaming state after the jackpot game is a non-time saving state, that is, when it is the ending of the type 2 jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 3. On the other hand, the revival ED performance shown in FIG. 56(D) is executed when the game state after the jackpot game is a time saving state, that is, when it is the ending of the type 2 jackpot game based on the small win symbol 2. As in this embodiment, even if a failure performance is performed in the challenge performance, the resurrection ED performance is implemented by configuring the configuration such that there is a possibility that the resurrection ED performance will be performed at the ending and the time-saving state will be controlled after the jackpot game. It is possible to improve the interest during a jackpot game compared to a configuration in which this is not done.

Furthermore, if the normal button 40 is not operated at all in the start waiting production shown in FIGS. Execute. In the music performance, while displaying images of the main character and the like on the display section 50a, music that excites the player's mood is output from the speaker 52. In this manner, in this embodiment, the player can select whether to execute a challenge presentation or a music presentation. Therefore, it is possible to provide a high degree of game interest even to players who are not good at psychologically stimulating presentations such as challenge presentations, which vary in time between success and failure.

When the music production is executed, the production control microcomputer 121 executes either the end ED production (FIG. 57(B)) or the revival ED production (FIG. 57(C)) at the ending after the end of the final round. . The end ED performance shown in FIG. 57(B) is executed when the game state after the jackpot game is a non-time saving state, that is, when it is the ending of the type 2 jackpot game based on the small win symbol 3. On the other hand, the revival ED effect shown in FIG. 57(C) is performed when the game state after the jackpot game is a time-saving state, that is, when it is the ending of a type 2 jackpot game based on the small winning symbol 1, or when the small winning symbol 2 It is executed when it is the ending of a type 2 jackpot game based on the following. In this manner, in this embodiment, even if the music performance is executed without executing the challenge performance, the content of the performance and the content of the game naturally match at the ending of the jackpot game. As a result, even when the challenge performance is not executed, the player is unlikely to feel a sense of discomfort due to the performance, and there is little risk of a decrease in interest in the game.

8. Effects of the Embodiment <A> As explained in detail above, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the game ball that enters the second big prize opening 15 passes through the specific area 16 in the small winning game, The length of the small win ED (small win ending) differs depending on the case where the small win does not pass (see FIG. 32). Specifically, when there is a passage to the specific area 16 in a small winning game, the small winning ED time is as short as 5 seconds, so the type 2 jackpot game can be started immediately, while the small winning game If there is no passage to the specific area 16, the small hit ED time is as long as 20 seconds, so the V puncture notification effect (FIG. 49(A)) is performed using the longer small win ED time. This makes it possible to sufficiently announce the passage status of the specific area 16 (that no V passage has occurred). Thereby, it is possible to provide games that are likely to be liked by players. In particular, when there is no passage to the specific area 16 in a small winning game, the V-punk notification effect is executed, so that the player can correctly grasp the game situation. It is possible to prevent troubles with the game parlor due to the transition to a non-time-saving game without starting the type 2 jackpot game.

<B> Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, if it is detected that the player is not playing right-handed in a scene where playing right-handed (predetermined style of playing) is instructed, the game machine PY1 performs the normal mode (Fig. In a special manner (see FIG. 47) different from that shown in FIG. 42 and FIG. Therefore, it is easy to make the player aware that he is in a situation where he has to play right-handed. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from unknowingly suffering a disadvantage due to not playing the game as instructed. In particular, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the special mode of batting instruction is a mode that indicates that the player should hit the ball to the right more forcefully than the normal mode, so it is possible to indicate that the situation requires the player to play the ball to the right. , it is possible to more reliably make the player aware.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, if the player does not grip the handle 72k even though the player is instructed to play right-handed (if the touch sensor 72a does not detect contact), , it is considered that there is a high possibility that the player is not aware that the instruction to bat to the right has been given, but in such a case, the instruction to bat to the right is given in a special manner (see Figure 47) (Figure 47). 48). Therefore, it is possible to effectively prevent the player from being disadvantaged by making him realize that he has to play right-handed.

<C> Also, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, only when the SP reach with a high expectation of jackpot is executed after showing the process of establishing a reach in the fluctuating performance (after executing the reach establishment performance). Instead, there are cases where SP reach is suddenly executed without showing the process of establishing reach in a variable performance (FIGS. 34(A) and 34(B)). Therefore, it is possible to surprise the players and increase their interest. In particular, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, SP reach may be suddenly started with the start of variable display of production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 without showing the player the process of establishing reach. Therefore, it is possible to give a pleasant surprise to the players and increase their interest (see FIGS. 34(B) and 35).

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, in the variable performance of the normal SP route, only the later stage SP reach is performed as the SP reach, whereas in the variable performance of the direct SP route, it is connected to the later stage SP reach as the SP reach. After the first stage SP reach of the performance content is performed, the second stage SP reach is performed (see FIGS. 35 to 37). Therefore, by executing the first stage SP reach, it is possible to know the content of the performance that is the prerequisite for the second stage SP reach, so it is possible to give a special feeling to the variable performance of the direct SP route, making it more interesting. Improvement is expected.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the time required for the entire variable performance remains the same between the variable performance of the normal SP route and the variable performance of the direct SP route (see FIGS. 33 and 34 (A) and (B)). ). Therefore, even when executing an SP reach that includes an earlier stage SP reach and a later stage SP reach, it is possible to provide a fulfilling reach effect without making the player feel that it is too long, and it is possible to improve interest. .

<D> Also, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, in the CU timer performance (count-up timer performance) in which the display value of the timer advances toward "99" (predetermined mode), the termination that encourages premature termination is performed. An inciting effect (see FIG. 34(C), FIG. 39(D), and (F)) is executed. Therefore, it is possible to make the player nervous as to whether or not the CU timer performance can progress to the displayed value of "99", thereby increasing the player's interest.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, a termination prompting performance that prompts the end of one CU timer performance can be performed multiple times (up to three times in the embodiment) (see FIG. 34(C)). Therefore, while the CU timer effect is being executed, it is possible to provide a thrilling feeling that does not allow you to feel relieved until the end, and it is possible to increase the interest.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, when the displayed value of the timer reaches "99" in the CU timer performance, it means winning a jackpot (see FIG. 38). Therefore, in the CU timer performance, it is possible to attach importance to the timer display value becoming "99", and it is possible to further improve the interest of the CU timer performance.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the CU timer performance ends midway due to the end inciting performance, a suggestive performance ("...", "good chance") that suggests the degree of jackpot expectation in the fluctuating performance being executed. , or the character display of "heat") is executed (see FIGS. 38 and 40). Therefore, the content of this suggestive performance can also entertain the player and increase interest.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the CU timer effect is an effect that shows whether or not the displayed value of the timer can reach "99" by counting up the elapsed time. (See Figure 39). Therefore, it is possible to improve the game's interest through such a novel performance.

<E> Also, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, the player can determine the start timing of the challenge performance for completing a predetermined mission (to make the logo movable body 400 appear within 10 counts) by using the start waiting performance. (See FIGS. 52 and 54). Therefore, it is possible to provide a performance that is close to the player's psychology. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest in the game. In particular, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, it is possible to start the challenge performance by operating the normal button 40 at the player's own optimal timing during the start waiting performance, which makes the challenge performance interesting. It is possible to enjoy it to the fullest.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment, after the content of the mission in the challenge performance is announced by the announcement performance (FIG. 54(A)), the start waiting performance (FIGS. 54(B) and 54(C)) is performed. . Therefore, the player can understand the contents of the mission, prepare mentally, etc., and start the challenge performance at the optimal timing.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, there is a time limit of 10 counts or less for the mission of the challenge performance, so if the challenge performance suddenly starts, you will feel impatient and will not be able to fully enjoy the performance. Although there is a possibility that some players will not be able to participate in the challenge, the wait-to-start effect allows players to start the challenge effect at their own optimal timing, so it is possible to provide a sufficient amount of challenge effects to a variety of players. It is possible to entertain.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, the success of the mission in the challenge performance means that the game enters a time saving state (a game state in which consecutive jackpots are confirmed) after the end of the jackpot game. Therefore, it is possible to give importance to the challenge performance, and it is possible to further improve the interest of the challenge performance.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, if the normal button 40 is not operated within the operation valid period (operation acceptance period) in the start waiting performance, the challenge performance will not be executed, and instead, the challenge performance will be played. A presentation is performed (see FIGS. 52(B) and 52(D)). Therefore, players who are not good at pounding can choose not to have the challenge performance executed, and it becomes possible to provide a performance that is more in tune with the user's psychology.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, in a jackpot game where the time saving mode is controlled after the end of the jackpot game, even if the player selects not to execute the challenge performance, the revival ED is activated after the music performance. It is shown that the performance will be performed and the time will be reduced (see FIGS. 57(A) and 57(C)). Therefore, it is possible to prevent a problem in which the progress of the game and the content of the performance do not match.

<F> Furthermore, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the second grand prize winning device 15D arranged so as to overlap in front of the display section 50a when viewed from the player operates, the display area near the device A character pop-out effect (display of the main character image G77) can be performed in a specific display area including (nearby display area 50x) (see FIGS. 45 and 46). Therefore, it is possible to provide an innovative performance in which the second grand prize winning device 15D and the performance image are related, and an increase in interest can be expected.

In particular, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, the character pop-out effect (display of the main character image G77) is performed in response to the occurrence of a V winning after the VAT opening/closing member 15k is in the open state. That is, in this embodiment, in response to the behavior of the game ball with respect to the second big winning device 15D arranged in front of the display unit 50a, a specific display area including the display area near the second big winning device 15D (nearby display area 50x) is displayed. Characters pop out in the display area. Therefore, it is easy for the player to feel the relationship between the second grand prize winning device 15D and the effect image.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, the character pop-out effect (display of the main character image G77) is a novel display effect that makes it appear as if the main character (predetermined object) has come out from the second grand prize winning device 15D. (See FIGS. 45 and 46). This is expected to increase interest.

Furthermore, according to this embodiment of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the image display device 50 is a display device capable of 3D display, and the character pop-out performance includes a scene in which the main character (a specified object) approaches from the back to the front (see Figures 45 (B) and 46). Therefore, compared to the case where an image display device that is not capable of 3D display is used, it is possible to create a stronger feeling that the main character is popping out from the second large prize device 15D.

<G> Also, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, a ball passage section 63 is provided in front of the image display device 50 so as to overlap therewith, through which a game ball passes when the game ball is hit to the right. Therefore, by using the image display device 50 to display the trajectory of the game ball (displaying the arrow image G70, see FIGS. 42 and 43), the game ball can pass through the actual ball passage section 63. It is possible to create display effects that give a sense of realism. In particular, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of this embodiment, the trajectory display effect is an arrow image G70 representing the trajectory of the game ball moving through the ball path 63 in the display area located behind the ball path 63 in the display section 50a. (orbit image), it is possible to further enhance the sense of reality as if the game ball were passing through the actual ball path section 63.

Furthermore, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, an effect is performed that combines the actual ball path section 63 and the display of the arrow image G70 as an instruction to the player to hit the ball to the right. As a result, the trajectory of the game ball to be generated by the player is directly displayed on the ball path section 63 (see FIGS. 42(A), 43(B), and 43(A)), and the trajectory of the game ball to be generated by the player is It is possible to provide easy-to-understand instructions on how to hit that allows the player to visualize the flow of the ball.

Further, according to the pachinko game machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the trajectory display effect (display of the arrow image G70) instructs that the game ball should be hit to the right, and the ball entry device (in the embodiment In this case, the second grand prize winning device 15D) is made to stand out by displaying the effect image G74 in the display area behind it and the nearby display area 50x in the display section 50a (specific display effect) (FIG. 43(A) (B)). This makes it possible for the player to easily understand that he should hit the ball to the right and let the game ball enter the second big winning device 15D.

9. Modification Examples Modification examples of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described below. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined as appropriate. Furthermore, the technical features in the above embodiments and the modified examples below can be deleted as appropriate unless they are described as essential in this specification.

In the above embodiment, as a V-punk notification effect, a character image G94 (see FIG. 49(A)) is displayed on the display section 50a of the image display device 50, which reads "V-winning has not occurred. Shift to normal game." As a result, the system was configured to notify that V passing did not occur in the small winning game (returning to the normal gaming state). 54 or frame lamp 53), or by outputting a predetermined sound from the audio output means (speaker 52), or by outputting a predetermined sound from the sound output means (speaker 52), or by causing the movable bodies (on-panel movable body 55k, under-panel movable body 55k, movable body under the panel This may be done by moving the body 56k, etc.). That is, the suggestion (specific suggestion) that the game ball did not pass through the specific area 16 may be made by any of image display, lamp display, audio output, or movable body drive.

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, as the opening pattern of the second big prize opening 15 in the small winning game, a pattern of opening for 0.1 seconds 15 times is adopted, but the total opening time exceeds a predetermined time (for example, 1.8 seconds). As long as there is no limit, the opening pattern of the second big prize opening 15 in the small winning game may be changed as appropriate, such as a pattern in which opening is performed once for 1.5 seconds. Further, it is not necessary to provide a time for the small winning OP in the small winning game.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the time for the small winning ending (closing period) when V passing does not occur is longer than the time for the small winning ending when V passing occurs, but depending on the gameplay you want to achieve, It can be shortened.

Further, in the above embodiment, the second big winning device 15D having the specific area 16 inside is operated in a small winning game, and when the game ball that enters the second big winning opening 15 passes through the specific area 16, a jackpot is generated. The configuration is such that a game (type 2 jackpot game) is executed. On the other hand, when the second big winning device 15D having the specific area 16 inside is operated in a predetermined round of the jackpot game, and the game ball that entered the second big winning opening 15 passes through the specific area 16, This may be configured to control the gaming state after the end of the jackpot game to a high probability state (a gaming state in which the jackpot winning probability is higher than the normal probability state) (so-called V-probability chance). In this case, if there is no V passage in the V activation round (the round in which the second grand prize opening 15 is opened and the distribution member 16k that opens and closes the specific area 16 is activated) in the V winning machine, the V activation round The length of the interval time after closing the second big winning opening 15 (closing time of the big winning opening) may be made longer than the interval time when V passes. With such a configuration, for example, if the cause of the non-occurrence of V passage is ball clogging, the ball clogging will be resolved during the interval time after closing the second grand prize opening 15 in the V operation round. This can be expected to make the subsequent games proceed smoothly. For example, if the specification is such that two V-operation rounds are performed in succession, even if no V passing occurs in the first V-operation round, the interval time before the second V-operation round is set to be long. During this period, the ball jam can be cleared, and V passage can occur in the second V operation round. In addition, in this configuration, the V-operated round corresponds to a "specific game", the period during which the second major prize opening 15 is open in the V-operated round corresponds to the "opening period", and the second major prize in the V-operated round corresponds to the "open period". The interval time after the opening 15 is closed corresponds to a "closing period", and the control to a high probability state where the probability of winning a jackpot is higher than the normal probability state (low probability state) corresponds to a "privilege".

Further, in the above embodiment, the content of the specific suggestion indicating that V has not passed can be changed as appropriate. Note that the fact that V has not passed includes indicating that no privilege will be given or that a symbol change will be performed. Further, the content of the performance (notification, suggestion) performed during the closing period (small win ED) after the second big prize opening 15 is closed in the small win game can be changed as appropriate.

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, if no V passing is detected after the expiration of the valid period of the specific area 16, the small hit ED time is set longer and the V puncture notification effect is executed (Fig. 50), a small win of 20 seconds based on the fact that V passing is not detected at the time when all the second big prize openings 15 have been opened (at the end of the opening period shown in FIG. 50(A)). It may be configured such that the ED time is set and the V-punk notification effect is executed using that period.

Further, in the above embodiment, when the handle 72k is not gripped (that is, when the touch sensor 72a does not detect contact) while executing the batting instruction to instruct right-handed batting, the special mode different from the normal mode is applied. As a batting instruction, the character image G90 "Turn the handle" is displayed in the normal mode batting instructions (FIGS. 42 and 43) (to fire the game ball in the manner instructed by the player). At the same time, the speaker 52 outputs a sound saying "Turn the handle" (a warning sound warning the player to shoot the game ball in the instructed manner). In this case, the right-pointing arrow image G76 (FIG. 43(B)) in the normal mode is changed to an emphasized image G79 so as to be easily noticed by the player (see FIG. 47), but the special mode The batting instructions can be changed as appropriate as long as they can encourage the player to shoot more strongly than the batting instructions in the normal mode. For example, as a special batting instruction, either the display of the character image G90 of "Turn the handle" or the output of its voice may be additionally performed, or the image of an arrow pointing to the right may be displayed. As shown in G79 (FIG. 47(B)), at least a portion of the display content in the normal mode may be displayed with emphasis. In addition, as a special batting instruction, a predetermined light emitting means (board lamp 54 and frame lamp 53) may be additionally made to emit light in a manner that indicates that a predetermined batting style (for example, right-handed batting) should be performed ( A warning light is emitted), and predetermined movable bodies (on-board movable body 55k, under-board movable body 56k, etc.) are additionally operated in a manner indicating that a predetermined batting style (for example, right-handed batting) should be performed. (warning driven). In other words, the special mode batting instructions may be the same as the normal mode batting instructions plus a predetermined warning, or may be a mode that emphasizes the same batting instructions as the normal mode. Note that if the batting instructions in the special mode are different from the batting instructions in the normal mode, they may strongly instruct the player to bat in a predetermined manner (for example, right-handed batting) compared to the normal mode, as in the above-mentioned embodiment. It is not limited to what is given. This is because it is expected that the player will feel a sense of discomfort and realize that they should play the game in a predetermined manner because the batting instructions in the special mode are different from the batting instructions in the normal mode.

Further, in the above embodiment, the instruction to play in a special manner is given as soon as it is detected that the handle 72k is not gripped. A configuration may also be adopted in which a special type of batting instruction is given at the elapsed timing. With this configuration, if a player who is aware of the prescribed way of hitting the ball inadvertently releases the handle 72k, it is possible to prevent the player from unnecessarily changing the playing direction to a special type of hitting instruction. Preventable.

Further, in the above embodiment, the instruction for hitting in a special manner is given based on the detection result of the touch sensor 72a, but the instruction for hitting in a special manner is given based on the result of detection of the amount of rotation of the handle 72k by the firing volume knob 72b. It is also possible to have a configuration that performs the following. That is, it may be configured to give instructions on how to hit in a special manner based on the fact that the amount of rotation of the handle 72k detected by the firing volume knob 72b is strong enough to prevent the game ball from reaching the right game area 6B. In this case, the firing volume knob 72b corresponds to the detection means. In addition, a signal indicating the detection result by the firing volume knob 72b is input to the main control board 100 (gaming control microcomputer 101) via the firing control circuit 175 and the payout control board 170, and the gaming control microcomputer 101 It is assumed that a signal indicating the detection result by the firing volume knob 72b is outputted to the sub-control board 120 (production control microcomputer 121) at a predetermined period. It should be noted that a configuration may be adopted in which a signal indicating the detection result by the firing volume knob 72b is inputted to the sub-control board 120 (production control microcomputer 121) without going through the payout control board 170 or the main control board 100.

Also, in a game situation where right-handed hitting (one example of a prescribed hitting style) is recommended, a special hitting style instruction may be given based on the occurrence of a win at a prescribed winning hole (e.g., first starting hole 11) provided in the left game area 6A. In this case, a winning hole sensor (e.g., first starting hole sensor 11a) that detects a win at a prescribed winning hole provided in the left game area 6A corresponds to the detection means. In this case, it is preferable to continue giving the special hitting style instruction as long as the situation in which the prescribed hitting style should be performed continues.

In addition, batting instructions that instruct right-handed batting (an example of a predetermined batting method) include winning in the specific area 16 (V winning), big winning opening (first big winning opening 14, second big winning opening 15) When playing a game with the aim of winning a prize, winning a prize in the second starting port 12 related to the electric chew 12D, or passing through the gate 13, instructions to hit right (for example, text display or audio output of "hit right") , controlling the light emission of a lamp indicating how to play to a mode indicating "right-handed hitting"), and in this case, the specific area 16, the grand prize opening (first grand prize opening 14, second grand prize opening 15), Either the second starting port 12 or the gate 13 of the electric chew 12D corresponds to a predetermined ball entry area. In addition, as a batting instruction to instruct left-handed batting (an example of a prescribed batting style), left-handed batting instructions in a situation where the game is played with the aim of winning the first starting slot 11 (for example, ``Go back to left-handed batting. (Please display the text "please" or output the sound, or control the lighting of the lamp indicating the batting style to indicate "left-handed batting," etc.) In this case, the first starting port 11 corresponds to the predetermined ball entry area. . The predetermined ball entry area can be changed as appropriate depending on the gameplay.

In addition, in the above form, the start timing of SP reach in the variation production of the direct SP route is set at the same time as the start of the variation production, but SP reach is started without showing the process in which production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 become reach. If so, it may be set after a predetermined period of time (for example, 5 seconds, etc.) has elapsed from the start of the variable effect. In this case, when suddenly starting SP reach, all of the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3 may be displayed in a variable manner, or there may be a production symbol that is stopped among the production symbols EZ1, EZ2, and EZ3. It's okay.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the title of "Direct SP" (display of the production title) is first displayed as the SP reach in the variable production of the direct SP route (see Figure 35 (B)), but such a production title It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which no display is performed. Further, based on the result of the pre-read determination (prior determination), the title of "Direct SP" may be displayed during the execution of the variable performance that is performed before the variable performance of the Direct SP route. In other words, based on the result of the look-ahead determination, the variable performance of the direct SP route is started from the variable performance related to the special map reservation that was stored before the special map reservation (target reservation) scheduled to perform the variable performance of the direct SP route. It is also possible to perform a look-ahead effect that suggests that the following will occur. With such a configuration, it is possible to provide the player with the pleasure of knowing in advance that the variable production of the direct SP route will start. Note that the presentation content of the look-ahead presentation that suggests that a variable presentation of the direct SP route will be performed can be changed as appropriate.

In addition, in the above form, only the latter stage SP reach is performed in the variation performance of the normal SP route, and the first stage SP reach and the second stage SP reach are performed in the variation performance of the direct SP route, but the content of the SP reach performed in the normal SP route The contents of the SP reach performed in the direct SP route may be the same. For example, in both the normal SP route and the direct SP route, a configuration may be adopted in which only the subsequent SP reach of the above type is performed. In this case, the variation time related to the variation effect of the direct SP route is shorter than the variation time related to the variation effect of the normal SP route.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the variation time (109 seconds) of the direct SP variation and the variation time (109 seconds) of the normal SP variation are completely the same (see Figure 33), but the variation time of the direct SP variation is the same as the variation time (109 seconds) of the normal SP variation. It may be shorter (for example, 100 seconds) or longer (for example, 110 seconds) than the fluctuation time of the fluctuation.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the direct SP jackpot variation (THP001) and the normal SP jackpot variation (THP002) were provided as different special pattern variation patterns (Figure 33), but one special pattern variation pattern associated with SP reach ( For example, THP099) is selected by the game control microcomputer 101, and in this case, the production control microcomputer 121 may be configured to decide whether to perform a variable production of the direct SP route or a variable production of the normal SP route. good. Note that this also applies to the case where SP reach is performed based on the determination result of loss.

Further, in the above embodiment, the configuration is such that the end prompting performance can be executed up to three times in the CU timer performance (FIG. 34(C)), but the number of times the end stimulating performance is executed in the CU timer performance can be changed as appropriate. For example, it may be configured so that it can be performed only once, twice, or four or more times. In addition, in the CU timer performance, until the timer value reaches "99", the end stimulation performance may be performed three times, or only twice. The number of times may be determined by lottery. Furthermore, the execution timing of the end promotion effect in the CU timer effect can be changed as appropriate.

In addition, in the above format, the timer value of the CU timer effect reaching "99" means that the jackpot is confirmed, but it can also mean that there is a high expectation of a jackpot, or that it will develop into SP reach. It may also be configured to mean a transition to an advantageous gaming state such as a time saving state. In the case of a configuration that means transition to an advantageous gaming state such as a time saving state, the CU timer performance may be performed as a performance during a jackpot game.

In addition, in the above embodiment, when the CU timer effect ends midway, a suggestion effect is executed that displays the character image G54 of "Opportunity", etc., but the CU timer effect is stopped midway without executing the suggestion effect. It is also possible to configure the process to end with . Moreover, the suggestion effect does not have to be one that displays characters such as "opportunity". Specifically, for example, it may be configured to suggest the degree of expectation of being in an advantageous state by displaying performance elements other than text, such as characters and items, as a suggestive performance.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the CU timer effect (progress effect) is an effect that counts up the timer value toward "99" (predetermined mode), but the CU timer effect (progress effect) is an effect that counts up the timer value toward "99" (predetermined mode). ”) to “00”. In this case, the timer value "00" corresponds to the predetermined mode.

In the above embodiment, the initial value of the CU timer effect is "00" (zero), but it can also be changed to a value other than zero (for example, a value such as "05" (5 seconds) or "-5" (-5 seconds)). Good too. Further, although the target value of the CU timer effect is set to "99", it may be set to a value other than "99" (for example, a value such as "77" (77 seconds)).

Further, in the above embodiment, as a CU timer effect, not only a mode in which mini-character A (mini-character image G60) has a timer, but also a mode in which another mini-character (mini-character B) has a timer may be provided. In this case, it is preferable to vary the degree of expectation for the timer to count up to "99" depending on the type of mini-character. Specifically, for example, a CU timer performance in which mini character A has a timer is more likely to be counted up to "99" (predetermined mode) than a CU timer performance in which mini character B has a timer. You can also use it as Further, as a CU timer effect, a plurality of modes in which the timer (timer image G50) is displayed in different colors may be provided, and the degree of expectation for the timer to count up to "99" may be varied depending on which mode.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the start waiting performance is configured such that the player decides the start timing of the challenge performance by operating the normal button 40, but the challenge performance is determined based on the operation of other operation parts such as the special button 41 and the handle 72k. A configuration may be adopted in which the start timing of the performance is determined.

Further, in the above embodiment, the contents of the mission in the challenge performance are announced by the announcement performance before the execution of the start waiting performance, but the configuration may be such that the start waiting performance is performed without performing the notification performance. Further, in the above embodiment, the mission in the challenge performance has a time limit of "within 10 counts", but a mission without such a time limit may be used as a mission in the challenge performance.

In addition, in the above-mentioned form, success in the challenge performance functions as a suggestion that the time-saving state will be controlled after the jackpot game, and failure in the challenge performance indicates that the time-saving state will not be controlled after the jackpot game (being controlled in a non-time-saving state). The structure was designed to function as a suggestion. On the other hand, a configuration may be adopted in which a success in the challenge performance functions as a suggestion that a predetermined winning has been won, and a failure in the challenge performance functions as a suggestion that the prize has not been won (failed). In this case, a configuration may be adopted in which the challenge performance is executed as a variable performance. Further, a configuration may be adopted in which success in the challenge presentation functions as a suggestion that the expectation of a jackpot is high, and failure in the challenge presentation functions as a suggestion that the expectation of a jackpot is not high (low).

In addition, in the above embodiment, the remaining time display G80 is displayed from 5 seconds before the end of the performance during the start waiting performance (FIG. 54(C)), but the remaining time display G80 may be displayed from the start of the start waiting performance. Good too. Note that the remaining time display G80 can be said to be a display that suggests the end timing of the start waiting performance, and can also be said to be a display that suggests the end timing of the operation valid period of the normal button 40. Further, the operation of the normal button 40 by the player during the start waiting performance can be said to be a "predetermined input operation indicating that the player is ready."

In addition, in the above embodiment, at the ending of the jackpot game, a resurrection ED effect suggesting that the time saving state will be applied after the jackpot game is performed is performed, but the revival ED effect suggests that the time saving state will be controlled after the jackpot game. The execution timing of the performance may be during a round game of a predetermined round (for example, the final round).

Further, in the above embodiment, the V winning effect (character pop-out effect, see FIGS. 45 and 46) uses the display area behind the second big winning device 15D in the display section 50a and the display area in the vicinity thereof (nearby display area 50x). The main character image G77 is displayed in the display area including the main character image G77. On the other hand, the display area where the main character image G77 is displayed in the character pop-out effect is the display area (nearby display area 50x, see FIG. 45(A)) near the operating device (second grand prize winning device 15D). If it is included, other parts such as the display area behind the second big prize opening 15 may not be included.

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, when the second grand prize winning device 15D operates (when the VAT opening/closing member 15k is in the open state), the character pops out effect (Fig. 45 and FIG. 46). On the other hand, when a light emitting device having an LED (disposed in front of the display section 50a like the second grand prize winning device 15D) emits light, a specific area including the display area near the light emitting device The configuration may be such that an effect image is displayed in the display area. In this case, the light emitting device corresponds to a specific device, and the display of the effect image corresponds to a predetermined display effect. That is, the specific device may be a device other than the big prize winning device, and the predetermined display effect may be an effect other than the winning effect corresponding to the winning. In this case, before the light emitting device operates (lights up), a predetermined character or the like throws an image of a light emitting ball (a ball that is emitting light) toward the light emitting device (an effect in which a predetermined image acts on the light emitting device). A performance pattern may be provided in which the light-emitting ball hits the light-emitting device and the light-emitting device emits light, or a performance pattern in which the light-emitting ball does not hit the light-emitting device and the light-emitting device does not emit light may be provided. Note that the light emitting device may be a winning device.

In addition, in the above embodiment, when a game ball passes through the specific area 16 in the second big prize winning device 15D (when the game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 16a), the character pops out effect (see FIGS. 45 and 46). ), but when the second grand prize winning device 15D is opened, a character pop-out effect may be performed, or when a game ball enters the second grand prize opening 15 (by the second grand prize opening sensor 15a) If a game ball is detected), a character pop-out effect may be performed. Further, a winning device other than the second big winning device 15D may be used as a winning device that triggers the character pop-out effect.

Further, in the above embodiment, the predetermined object that appears to have come out of the second grand prize winning device 15D in the V prize-winning presentation is the main character (main character image G77), but other characters such as enemy characters, swords, etc. It may also be an item other than a character, such as or a jewel. Further, in the above embodiment, the main character first pops out to the left from the second grand prize winning device 15D in the V winning presentation, but the direction in which the main character (predetermined object) pops out can be changed as appropriate. For example, it may be configured to jump forward from the beginning.

Further, in the above embodiment, the image display device 50 is a display device that can perform 3D display (a display device that allows the player to view a stereoscopic display with the naked eye), but it may be a display device that cannot perform 3D display.

Further, in the above embodiment, the configuration is such that an arrow image G70 is displayed on the image display device 50 as a trajectory display effect representing the trajectory of the game ball moving through the ball path section 63 (FIGS. 42 and 43). On the other hand, a configuration may also be adopted in which a light emitting device having an LED is arranged behind the ball passage section 63 and this light emitting device is used to perform a light emitting effect in which light flows along the ball passage section 63. . In this case, the light emitting device corresponds to a predetermined display device.

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the arrow image G70 (trajectory image) is displayed as a right-handed hitting notification effect that instructs the player to bat right-handed, but the arrow image G70 (trajectory image) is displayed to instruct the player to bat other than right-handed batting, such as left-handed batting. As a direction notification effect, the trajectory of the game ball along the path may be displayed. Moreover, the trajectory display performance as in the above embodiment may be performed as a performance that simply shows the trajectory of the game ball, rather than as a performance that instructs how to hit the ball.

Further, in the above embodiment, when the arrow image G70 is displayed, the effect image G74 that makes the second big winning device 15D stand out is displayed (FIG. 43(B)), but the structure is such that the effect image G74 is not displayed. You can also use it as

Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the content of each performance can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. In other words, the production contents of SP reach (previous stage SP reach, second stage SP reach), production content of count-up timer production (CU timer production), production content of suggestion production when CU timer production ends midway, production of challenge production. Contents (contents of the mission), performance details of the performance (music performance in the embodiment) that is executed when the player does not operate the normal button 40 during the start waiting performance, performance of the V winning performance (character pop-out performance) The contents etc. can be changed as appropriate. In addition, the gaming state in which each performance is executed and the lottery targeted by each performance (for example, is it a lottery for special drawing 1 or a lottery for special drawing 2, etc.) can be changed as appropriate without interfering with the game. It is.

Further, in the above embodiment, the selection ratio of each lottery can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the first starting port 11 (fixed starting port) in which the ease of entering the game ball does not change, and the second starting port 12 (variable starting port) in which the ease of entering the game ball can change. Although a starting port related to the electric chew 12D is provided, only one of them may be provided.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the special figure 2 determination process is performed with priority over the special figure 1 determination process (the variable display of special figure 2 is performed with priority over the variable display of special figure 1), It is also possible to adopt a configuration in which the special figure 1 determination process is performed with priority over the special figure 2 determination process (the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed with priority over the variable display of the special figure 2). In this case, it is preferable to make the special drawing 1 drawing a drawing that is easier to win a jackpot that is more advantageous than the special drawing 2 drawing.

Further, in the above embodiment, the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, but it can also be applied to other pinball game machines such as an arrangement ball machine and a mahjong ball game machine. Further, when the present invention is applied to a pachinko game machine, the game performance of the game machine can be changed as appropriate within a range that does not interfere with the game. In other words, the present invention is suitable for so-called symbol probability changing machines (gaming machines in which transition to a high-probability state is determined based on the type of winning symbol) and so-called V-probability machines (specification in the big prize opening), as long as it does not interfere with the game. A game machine that is controlled to a high probability state based on the passage of a region (V region)), a so-called variable loop type gaming machine (once it is controlled to a high probability state, it is controlled to a high probability state until the start of the next jackpot game) It is possible to suitably adopt the present invention in a so-called ST machine (a game machine with a series of consecutive games), a so-called ST machine (a game machine with a constant variable number of cuts), a so-called 1 type 2 type mixed machine, a honeymoon type game machine, etc.

In addition, in the above embodiment, the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3 are displayed variably in synchronization with the special symbol variable display, but instead of being composed of three symbols like the small symbols KZ1, KZ2, and KZ3, two symbols are displayed. It may also be composed of patterns other than three, such as three. For example, two separate patterns may be provided, special pattern 1 and special pattern 2. Further, one common symbol may be provided for the special figure 1 and the special figure 2. In these cases, the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 may display the information, and the sub-control board 120 may perform the control. Further, an LED device for displaying symbols may be provided in an area other than the game area 6 of the game board 1. In this case, the main control board 100 or the sub-control board 120 may control the LED device.

Further, in the above embodiment, the main control board 100 performs basic control related to the progress of the game, and the sub control board 120 performs basic control related to the progress of the performance according to the progress of the game (game control). Although the control of the game and the control of the presentation are performed using different boards, they may be configured to be performed using 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.

In addition, when referring to "a state advantageous to the player (advantageous gaming state, advantageous state, or special gaming state)", not all jackpot gaming states need to have a configuration corresponding to this. For example, a jackpot game state that is scheduled to be controlled to a high probability state after that is configured to correspond to a "state advantageous to the player", or a jackpot game state in which a relatively large number of prize balls such as 10R can be obtained. may correspond to a "state advantageous to the player". Furthermore, the "state advantageous to the player" does not refer to a jackpot gaming state, but may refer to a small winning gaming state (a state in which a small winning game is being executed), and may also refer to a high probability state or a high winning gaming state. It may also be a base state (time saving state). In a gaming machine equipped with a type 2 jackpot, a series of gaming states including a small winning gaming state and a jackpot gaming state based on the passing of a game ball to a specific area 16 in the small winning gaming state are advantageous to the player. It may also be a state. Furthermore, when we define "a state advantageous to the player" as a high probability state or a high base state (time saving state), various effects that make the player expect to be in a "state advantageous to the player" must be specially The performance is not limited to the performance during the display of fluctuating symbols, but may be a performance performed at other timings, such as a performance during a jackpot game.

10. Inventions Shown in the Embodiments and Modifications Thereof In the embodiments and modifications thereof described above, inventions of the following means are shown. In the explanation of the means described below, corresponding configuration names and expressions in the above-described embodiments, and symbols used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of each invention are not limited to this appendix. Note that the means A is a general term for the following means A1 to A3. Further, means B is a general term for the following means B1 to B3. Means C is a general term for the following means C1 to C4. Further, the means D is a general term for the following means D1 to D5. Further, the means E is a general term for the following means E1 to E7. Further, means F is a general term for the following means F1 to F4. Further, the means G is a general term for the following means G1 to G4.

Means A1:
It is possible to execute a specific game (small winning game) including an open period in which a predetermined winning opening (second big winning opening 15) is opened and a closing period (small winning ending) in which the predetermined winning opening is closed,
A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) capable of awarding a privilege (jackpot game) based on the fact that a game ball that enters the predetermined prize opening in the specific game passes through a specific area (specific area 16),
A gaming machine characterized in that the length of the closing period (small winning ending) is different depending on whether or not the specific area is passed in the specific game (see FIG. 32).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the length of the closing period of the predetermined winning hole is different depending on whether the game ball that entered the predetermined winning hole passes through the specific area in a specific game or not. , it becomes possible to use the closed period to make announcements that are appropriate for the passing conditions of a specific area. As a result, it is possible to provide games that are likely to be liked by players.

Means A2:
The gaming machine according to means A1,
The closed period when there is no passage to the specific area in the specific game (20 seconds in the embodiment, see FIG. 32) is the same as the closed period when there is passage to the specific area in the specific game (in the embodiment A game machine characterized by being longer than 5 seconds).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, if there is a passage to a specific area in a specific game, the closing period is short, so a benefit can be immediately given to the player, and if there is a passage to a specific area in a specific game. If there is no such thing, the closure period will be long, so it will be possible to make sufficient announcements of the passage status of the specific area using the longer closure period.

Means A3:
The gaming machine according to means A2,
In the closed period when there is no passage to the specific area in the specific game, a specific suggestion (V-punk notification effect, see FIG. 49(A)) indicating that there is no passage to the specific area is performed. A gaming machine featuring:

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, if there is no passage to the specific area, this is indicated during the closed period, so that the player can accurately grasp the gaming situation. As a result, it is possible to prevent troubles with game parlors due to non-granting of benefits based on passage to a specific area.

By the way, conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2018-064599, a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, has been known to play a small winning game in which a game ball that enters a big prize opening passes through a specific area. A gaming machine that can execute jackpot games based on the above is known. However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2018-064599, the length of the ending time (interval after closing) of the small winning game is devised based on whether or not the game ball has passed through a specific area. However, there is room for improvement in this respect in order to provide a game that is easily liked by players.

The above-mentioned means A executes a specific game including an open period in which a predetermined winning port is opened and a closed period in which the predetermined winning port is closed, for the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2018-064599. The difference is that the length of the closed period in a specific game differs depending on whether the game ball that won the predetermined winning opening passes through the specific area or not. As a result, the invention of means A can solve the problem of ``providing a game that is easily liked by players'' (achieve an effect).

Means B1:
A predetermined ball entry area (second grand prize opening 15) into which the game ball can enter when the game ball is hit in a predetermined manner (right-handed hit);
A batting instruction indicating that the predetermined batting style should be performed (for example, displaying an arrow image G70 as shown in FIGS. 42 and 43, displaying a character image G75, a rightward arrow image G76, and an effect image G74) a batting instruction means capable of instructing the player to hit right-handed by
A detection means (touch sensor 72a) capable of detecting that the predetermined hitting method is not performed,
When the detection means detects that the predetermined batting method is not performed in a situation where the game is played with the aim of hitting the ball into the predetermined ball entry area, the batting method instructing means determines that the normal mode is different from the normal mode. In a different special mode (a mode with additional display of the text image G90 of "Turn the handle", output of sound, change display to the prominent right-pointing arrow image G79, see FIGS. 47(A) and (B)) A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) characterized in that it is possible to give instructions on how to play (see FIG. 48).

A gaming machine with this configuration not only gives instructions on how to hit the ball according to the game situation, but also gives instructions on how to hit the ball in a special manner that differs from the normal manner if it is detected that the instructed hitting method is not being performed, making it easier for the player to realize that they are in a situation where they must hit the ball in a specific manner. As a result, it is possible to prevent the player from unknowingly suffering a disadvantage by not performing the instructed hitting method.

Means B2:
The gaming machine according to means B1,
The detection means is a touch sensor (touch sensor 72a) capable of detecting whether the player is touching the operation part (handle 72k) for firing the game ball,
A gaming machine characterized in that, when the touch sensor does not detect contact with the operating section, the instruction on how to play is given in the special mode (see FIG. 48).

If the player does not operate the operation panel even though the player is required to perform the batting method as instructed, it is highly likely that the player is not aware that the batting method has been instructed. According to the gaming machine having this configuration, in such a case, the instruction on how to play is given in a special manner different from the normal manner, so that the player is reminded that he or she must play in a prescribed manner, thereby preventing the player from making mistakes. It is possible to effectively prevent profits from being incurred.

Means B3:
The gaming machine according to means B1 or means B2,
The special mode is a mode that strongly instructs that the predetermined batting method should be performed (such as an additional display of the text image G90 of "Turn the handle" and a sound), rather than the normal mode (see FIGS. 42 and 43). 47(A) and (B)) in which the output is changed to an image G79 of a rightward arrow in a conspicuous manner (see FIGS. 47A and 47B).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, when it is detected that the instructed batting style is not performed, the batting style instruction in a special mode instructs that the prescribed batting style should be performed more strongly than in the normal format. Therefore, it is possible to more reliably make the player aware that the player is in a situation where he or she must play in a predetermined manner.

By the way, conventionally, as a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, as described in JP-A No. 2018-064599, for example, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2018-064599, players have been playing with the aim of winning a prize in the starting hole associated with an electric chew placed in the right game area. There are known gaming machines that notify you that you should play to the right in situations where you should play or in situations where you should play with the aim of winning a big prize opening that is located in the right gaming area and has a specific area inside. . However, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2018-064599, the notification method that the player should hit to the right is the same whether or not the player is actually performing the instructed batting method. Therefore, there was a very small possibility that the player would not be aware that instructions on how to play were being given.

The above-mentioned means B differs from the gaming machine described in JP 2018-064599 A in that "it is equipped with a predetermined ball entry area into which the game ball can enter when a predetermined ball entry method is performed, and a detection means capable of detecting that the predetermined ball entry method is not performed, and when a game is played with the aim of entering the ball into the predetermined ball entry area, if the detection means detects that the predetermined ball entry method is not performed, a ball entry method is instructed in a special manner different from the normal manner." As a result, the invention of means B can solve the problem (achieve the effect of) "preventing the occurrence of a situation in which the game is not played according to the instructed ball entry method."

Means C1:
A fluctuating performance in which the performance symbols (performance symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3) are displayed in a variable manner, and then the performance symbols are stopped in a manner that shows the result of a determination as to whether to enter an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, a jackpot game state). is feasible and
After executing the reach establishment effect (the effect shown in FIG. 19(B)→FIG. 19(C-2)) in which the effect symbol becomes a ready-to-reach state in the variable effect, the above-mentioned advantageous effect than the predetermined effect (N reach) is executed. A first case in which a specific performance (SP reach) with a high expectation of becoming a state is executed (when executing a variation performance of the normal SP route, see FIG. 34(A));
In the fluctuating performance, there is a second case in which the specific performance (SP reach) is executed without executing the reach establishment performance (in the case of executing the variable performance of the direct SP route, see FIG. 34(B)). A gaming machine characterized by:

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, not only when performing a reach-achieving performance in a variable performance and then executing a specific performance with a high expectation of becoming advantageous, but also without executing a reach-achieving performance in a variable performance. There are cases where a specific performance is suddenly executed that is highly expected to bring about an advantageous situation. Therefore, it is possible to surprise the players and increase their interest.

Means C2:
The gaming machine according to means C1,
In the second case, the gaming machine is characterized in that the specific performance is started when the variable performance is started (see FIGS. 34(B) and 35).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, a specific performance that is highly expected to lead to an advantageous state may suddenly start with the start of the fluctuating display of the performance symbols without showing the player the process of establishing a reach. Therefore, it is possible to give a pleasant surprise to the players and increase their interest.

Means C3:
The gaming machine according to means C1 or means C2,
In the first case, the specific performance is a success mode that suggests that the advantageous state will be achieved (win performance, Fig. 37(C)) or a failure mode that suggests that the advantageous state will not be achieved (defeat performance). , FIG. 37(E)) performs the first performance (second stage SP reach) including a success/failure branch (see FIG. 34(A)),
In the second case, as the specific performance, a second performance (early stage SP reach) with a performance content that does not include the success/failure branch and is connected to the first performance is executed, and then the first performance (second stage SP reach) is performed. (see FIG. 34(B)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, in the first case where the specific performance is performed after the reach establishment performance, only the first performance is performed as the specific performance, while the variable performance is performed without the reach establishment performance. In the second case where the specific performance is suddenly performed in response to the start, the first performance is performed after the second performance of the performance content connected to the first performance is performed as the specific performance. Therefore, by executing the second performance, it is possible to know the content of the performance that is the premise of the first performance, so it is possible to give a special feeling to the second case, and increase the interest. I can expect it.

Means C4:
The gaming machine according to means C3,
The time from the start to the end of the variable effect in the first case and the time from the start to the end of the variable effect in the second case are the same or almost the same (Fig. 33, see FIG. 34).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, even if the first performance is performed after the second performance is performed as the specific performance, the time required for the entire variable performance is different from the case where only the first performance is performed as the specific performance. remains unchanged. Therefore, it is possible to improve the player's interest by executing a specific performance with substantial content without making the player feel that the game is too long.

By the way, conventionally, in a pachinko game machine which is an example of a gaming machine, for example, as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2019-072627, when the fluctuating effect symbol becomes a reach, it will move from this point through the N reach effect. There are also known gaming machines that can be developed into SP reach effects with high expectations for jackpots. However, the SP reach effect execution method as described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-open No. 2019-072627 is now often seen, and there is room for improvement in order to provide entertainment to players.

The above-mentioned means C provides a gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2019-072627, in which after executing a reach-achieving effect in which the effect design becomes a ready-to-win state in a variable effect, the effect becomes more advantageous than a predetermined effect. The difference is that there is a first case in which a specific performance with a high expectation level is executed, and a second case in which a specific performance is executed without executing a reach-achieving effect in a variable performance. As a result, the invention of means C can solve the problem of "improving the interest of gaming" (achieving its effects).

Means D1:
It is possible to perform a progress effect (count-up timer effect) that progresses toward a predetermined mode (display value "99"),
The gaming machine is characterized in that, in the progress performance, an end promotion performance (see FIG. 39(D)) may be executed to encourage the progress performance to end midway without reaching the predetermined mode.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, in the progress performance that progresses toward a predetermined state, an end promotion performance that incites the end of the progress performance is executed, so that it is possible to make the player nervous as to whether or not he or she can progress to the predetermined state. Improvement is possible.

Means D2:
The gaming machine according to means D1,
A gaming machine characterized in that the end promotion performance may be executed a plurality of times in one progress performance (see FIG. 34(C)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the end-inciting performance for inciting the end of one progress performance can be performed many times, so it is possible to provide a thrilling feeling that does not give peace of mind until the end, and it is possible to improve interest.

Means D3:
The gaming machine according to means D2,
The gaming machine is characterized in that the progress performance is a performance that notifies the player that by reaching the predetermined mode, the player will be in an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot game state).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, reaching the predetermined mode of the progress presentation means that the player will be in an advantageous state, so it is important to attach importance to the progress presentation reaching the predetermined mode. This makes it possible to further improve the interest of the progress direction.

Means D4:
The gaming machine according to means D3,
The progress performance can be executed in conjunction with a notification performance (variable performance) that notifies whether or not the advantageous state is reached;
As a result of the end promotion performance, when the progress performance ends, a suggestive performance that suggests the expectation level (jackpot expectation level) of being notified of the advantageous state in the notification performance (e.g., character image G54 of "Good opportunity") 40(A) and (B)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, even if the progress performance is terminated midway due to the end promotion performance, the expectation level of being informed that an advantageous state will be reached in the notification performance that is being performed in parallel is the same as the suggestion performance. suggested by. Therefore, it is possible to entertain the player even with the contents of the suggestive performance, and it is possible to improve the player's interest.

Means D5:
The gaming machine according to any one of means D1 to means D4,
The predetermined aspect is an aspect representing a predetermined time (99 seconds),
The gaming machine is characterized in that the progress performance (count-up timer performance) is a performance that counts up the elapsed time (see FIGS. 34(C) and 39).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the progress performance is a performance that shows whether or not a predetermined time can be reached by counting up the elapsed time. Therefore, it is possible to improve the game's interest through such a novel performance.

By the way, conventionally, as a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, there has been a game machine that can perform a time effect in which time is counted down from an initial value to zero, as described in JP-A No. 2019-072627, for example. It has been known. In this gaming machine, when the display value of the time effect becomes zero, it develops into SP reach or a cut-in effect is performed. However, the gaming machine described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2019-072627 is configured such that once the time countdown starts, it always reaches zero eventually. Such performances are now commonplace, and there is room for improvement in order to provide entertainment to players.

The above-mentioned means D provides for the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2019-072627, "In a progress presentation that progresses toward a predetermined mode, it is possible for the progress presentation to end midway without reaching the predetermined mode. They are different in that they may carry out an inciting end-inciting performance. As a result, the invention of means D can solve the problem of "improving the interest of gaming" (achieving its effects).

Means E1:
It is possible to execute a challenge performance (see FIGS. 54(D) and (E)) that challenges a predetermined mission (in the embodiment, to make the logo movable body 400 appear within 10 counts),
A game characterized in that, before executing the challenge performance, a start waiting performance (see FIGS. 54B and 54C) that allows the player to decide the start timing of the challenge performance can be executed (see FIG. 51). Machine.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, since the player can determine the start timing of the challenge performance for challenging a predetermined mission by the start waiting performance, it is possible to provide a performance that is close to the player's psychology. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest in the game.

Means E2:
The gaming machine according to means E1,
The start waiting performance is a performance that accepts an operation of a predetermined operation unit (normal button 40) during a predetermined reception period (operation valid period) (see FIG. 52(B), FIG. 54(B), and (C)),
A gaming machine characterized in that the challenge performance is started at the timing when the predetermined operation section is operated in the start waiting performance (see FIGS. 52(B) and 52(C)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, it is possible for the player to start the challenge performance by operating the operation unit at the player's own optimal timing, so it is possible to enjoy the fun of the challenge performance to the fullest. becomes.

Means E3:
The gaming machine according to means E2,
A gaming machine characterized in that, prior to the start waiting performance, an announcement performance (see FIGS. 52(A), 54(B), and 54(A)) for announcing the content of the predetermined mission is executed.

According to a gaming machine with this configuration, the waiting presentation is performed after the contents of the mission in the challenge presentation are announced, so after understanding the contents of the mission and preparing mentally, the challenge presentation can be performed at the optimal timing. It becomes possible to start.

Means E4:
The gaming machine according to means E3,
A gaming machine characterized in that the predetermined mission has a time limit (in the embodiment, within 10 counts).

According to a gaming machine with this configuration, a time limit is set for the mission of the challenge performance, so if the challenge performance suddenly starts, some players may feel impatient and not be able to fully enjoy the performance. However, since the wait-to-start effect allows players to start the challenge effect at their own optimal timing, it is possible for a variety of players to fully enjoy the challenge effect. be.

Means E5:
The gaming machine according to any one of means E2 to means E4,
As the challenge performance, a challenge performance in a success mode (see FIG. 54(F) and FIG. 55) is executed that suggests that the predetermined mission is successful and the player is placed in an advantageous state (for example, a time saving state). The game is characterized in that there are times when the predetermined mission is failed and a failure mode challenge performance (see FIG. 56(B)) is performed that suggests that the advantageous state will not be achieved. Machine.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, since the success of the mission in the challenge performance means that the player will be in an advantageous state, it is possible to give importance to the challenge performance and further increase the interest of the challenge performance. It can be improved.

Means E6:
The gaming machine according to means E5,
If the predetermined operation unit is not operated within the predetermined reception period in the start waiting production, the challenge production is not executed and another production (music production, Fig. 57) different from the challenge production is performed. A gaming machine characterized by executing (see A)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, if the operation unit is not operated within the reception period for the start waiting performance, the challenge performance will not be executed, and another performance will be performed instead. Therefore, players who are not good at pounding can choose not to have the challenge performance executed, and it becomes possible to provide a performance that is more in tune with the user's psychology.

Means E7:
The gaming machine according to means E6,
A game characterized in that when the other performance is executed and the advantageous state is to be achieved, a revival performance (resurrection ED performance, see FIG. 57(C)) indicating that the advantageous state will be achieved is executed. Machine.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, even if the player selects not to execute the challenge performance when the player is in an advantageous state, it is indicated that the resurrection performance will be performed and the player will be in an advantageous state, so that the game progresses. It is possible to prevent a problem in which the situation and the content of the performance do not match.

By the way, as described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2021-166656, for example, as described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2021-166656, conventionally, pachinko gaming machines, which are an example of gaming machines, have a mission of causing a regular button to be operated at the right time to cause a movable body on the board to fall. There are known gaming machines that can perform performances that challenge players. However, the gaming machine described in Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2021-166656 is configured such that a mission automatically occurs when the start timing arrives. Therefore, the mission is started even if the player is not ready to challenge the mission. There is room for improvement in this respect in order to increase the enjoyment of the game.

The above-mentioned means E provides for the gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2021-166656, "Before executing a challenge performance for challenging a predetermined mission, a start waiting performance that allows the player to decide the start timing of the challenge performance. The difference is that it is possible to carry out As a result, the invention of means E can solve the problem of "improving the interest of gaming" (achieving its effects).

Means F1:
A display unit (display unit 50a) capable of displaying an image;
Equipped with an operable specific device (second major prize winning device 15D),
The specific device is arranged so as to overlap in front of the display unit when viewed from the player (see FIG. 30),
When the specific device operates (when the VAT opening/closing member 15k is in the open state), a predetermined display area is displayed in a specific display area including a display area near the specific device (nearby display area 50x) on the display section. A gaming machine characterized by performing a display effect (character pop-out effect displaying a main character image G77, see FIGS. 45 and 46).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, when a specific device arranged to overlap in front of the display unit when viewed from the player operates, a predetermined display area including a display area near the device operates. A display effect is performed. Therefore, it is possible to provide an innovative performance in which a specific device and a predetermined display performance are related, and an increase in interest can be expected.

Means F2:
The gaming machine according to means F1,
A game machine characterized in that the specific device is a ball entry device into which a game ball can enter.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, it is possible to provide an innovative performance in which the ball entering device and a predetermined display performance in a specific display area including the display area in the vicinity thereof are related, and an increase in interest can be expected.

Means F3:
The gaming machine according to means F2,
A game machine characterized in that the predetermined display effect (character pop-out effect) is performed in response to a game ball passing through a predetermined area (specific area 16) in the ball entry device (see FIG. 44).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, in response to the behavior of the game ball with respect to the ball entering device arranged so as to overlap in front of the display unit as seen from the player, a specific display area including the display area near the ball entering device is displayed. Since a predetermined display effect is performed in the display area, it is easy for the player to feel the relationship between the ball entering device and the predetermined display effect.

Means F4:
The gaming machine according to means F2 or means F3,
A game machine characterized in that the predetermined display performance is a display that makes it appear as if a predetermined object (in the embodiment, the main character) has come out of the ball entry device (see FIG. 45(A)).

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, it is possible to provide a novel display effect in which a predetermined object appears to come out of the ball entry device arranged so as to overlap in front of the display section when viewed from the player. be. This is expected to increase interest.

By the way, conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2017-136115, for example, in a pachinko game machine which is an example of a game machine, a grand prize device is opened and a game ball is placed in a specific area within the grand prize device. A gaming machine is known that displays an image representing the letter V on the display screen when the letter V passes by. However, in the gaming machine described in JP-A-2017-136115, the display screen is placed apart above the grand prize device, creating a sense of unity between the image displayed on the display screen and the grand prize device. It was not a performance that would cause this to happen. There is room for improvement in this respect in order to increase the enjoyment of the game.

The above-mentioned means F provides a method for the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-136115 that says, ``When a specific device that is placed in front of the display section as seen from the player operates, the display section The difference is that a predetermined display effect is performed in a specific display area including a display area near a specific device in . As a result, the invention of means F can solve the problem of "improving the interest of gaming" (achieving its effects).

Means G1:
Equipped with a predetermined display device (image display device 50),
A ball passage section (ball passage section 63) through which game balls can move is formed so as to overlap in front of the predetermined display device when viewed from the player,
A trajectory display effect (display of arrow image G70, see FIGS. 42(A), (B), and FIG. 43(A)) representing the trajectory of the game ball moving in the ball path can be executed using the predetermined display device. A gaming machine characterized by:

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, since the ball path section is provided so as to overlap in front of the display device, the actual ball path can be displayed by using the display device to display the trajectory of the game ball. It is possible to create a display with a sense of realism as if a game ball is passing through the area.

Means G2:
The gaming machine according to means G1,
The predetermined display device is an image display device capable of displaying an image,
The gaming machine is characterized in that, in the trajectory display effect, a trajectory image (arrow image G70) representing the trajectory is displayed in a display area located behind the ball path section of the image display device.

According to the gaming machine with this configuration, the trajectory display performance is a performance that displays a trajectory image representing the trajectory of the game ball moving in the ball path section in the display area located behind the ball path section, so It is possible to further enhance the sense of reality as if the game ball were passing through the ball passage section.

Means G3:
The gaming machine according to means G1 or means G2,
The game ball is configured to allow a specific hitting method (right-handed hitting) in which the game ball passes through the ball passage portion,
A gaming machine characterized in that the trajectory display performance is executed when the player is made to perform the specific batting style.

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, as an instruction to the player how to bat, an effect is performed that combines the actual ball path and the display on the display device. As a result, the trajectory of the game ball that the player should generate is directly displayed with respect to the ball path. Therefore, it is possible to provide easy-to-understand instructions on how to hit that allows the player to imagine the flow of the game ball that should be produced.

Means G4:
The gaming machine according to means G3,
The game ball is configured to be able to enter a predetermined ball entry device (second big prize winning device 15D) by the specific hitting method (right-handed hitting),
The predetermined ball entry device is arranged so as to overlap in front of the predetermined display device (image display device 50) when viewed from the player (see FIG. 30);
When executing the trajectory display effect (displaying the arrow image G70), a specific display effect (displaying the arrow image G70) that makes the predetermined ball entering device stand out by using a portion of the predetermined display device located behind the predetermined ball entering device. A gaming machine characterized by displaying an effect image G74 (see FIG. 43(B)).

According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the trajectory display effect instructs that a specific batting style should be used, and a predetermined ball entry device that is to cause the game ball to enter the game ball in a specific batting style is located behind it. It is possible to make it stand out by using a specific display effect using a part of the display device. This makes it possible for the player to easily understand that the game ball should be hit in a specific manner to enter the predetermined ball entry device.

By the way, conventionally, as described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2017-136115, for example, in a pachinko game machine, which is an example of a game machine, it is necessary to hit the game ball to the right to pass the game ball to a specific area in the big winning device. In some cases, gaming machines are known that display "Right-handed" or "Aim for the V-attacker!" on the display screen. However, in the game machine described in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 2017-136115, the player is instructed on how to hit the ball on a display screen that is located at a position that is unrelated to the path through which the game ball actually passes. Ta. For this reason, it is difficult for the player to feel as if the game ball is passing through an actual passage, and there is room for improvement in this respect.

The above-mentioned means G provides a gaming machine described in JP-A No. 2017-136115, in which "a ball passage section through which game balls can move is formed so as to overlap in front of a predetermined display device when viewed from the player." The difference is that it is possible to use a predetermined display device to execute a trajectory display effect representing the trajectory of a game ball moving in a ball path. As a result, the invention of means G can solve the problem (achieve an effect) of ``performing a display effect that gives a sense of realism as if a game ball is passing through an actual passage.''

PY1...Pachinko gaming machine 15...Second big winning hole (predetermined winning hole, predetermined ball entry area)
15D...Second big winning device 16...Specific area 40...Normal button 50...Image display device 50a...Display section 50x...Nearby display area 63...Ball passage section 72a...Touch sensor (detection means)
72k...Handle (operation part)
101...Microcomputer for game control 121...Microcomputer for production control EZ1...Left production pattern EZ2...Middle production pattern EZ3...Right production pattern G70...Arrow image G74...Effect image G75...Character image G76...Rightward arrow image G79...Rightward direction Arrow image G90...Text image G94...Text image

Claims (3)

It is possible to execute a specific game including an open period in which a predetermined winning port is opened and a closed period in which the predetermined winning port is closed,
A gaming machine capable of awarding benefits based on the fact that a game ball that enters the predetermined prize opening in the specific game passes through a specific area,
A gaming machine characterized in that the length of the closed period is different depending on whether or not there is passage to the specific area in the specific game. The gaming machine according to claim 1,
A gaming machine characterized in that a closed period when there is no passage to the specific area in the specific game is longer than a closed period when there is passage to the specific area in the specific game. The gaming machine according to claim 2,
A gaming machine characterized in that during a closed period when there is no passage to the specific area in the specific game, a specific suggestion indicating that there is no passage to the specific area is made.

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