JP5035920B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

  Conventionally, in a gaming machine, a special symbol is variably displayed on a special symbol variable display device to perform a special symbol game, and during a big hit (for example, before the start of one round), There is a game in which a probability variation acquisition determination pattern which is identification information is displayed, and a game for determining whether or not to enter a probability variation state is performed. Then, after playing the game whether or not to enter the probability variation state, the probability variation acquisition decision pattern is erased, and until the end of the jackpot, the player enters the probability variation state while playing the jackpot game. As the game result information indicating whether or not there is, a message “acquired probability game” is continuously notified. (For example, refer to Patent Document 1).

JP 2000-225253 A

However, in the configuration of Patent Document 1, since it is notified whether or not the probability variation state is reached when the big hit ends, the player's interest is improved in the case of the probability variation state, but the probability variation state Otherwise, the player's interests were cut off and the player's expectation could not be sustained for a long time.
In addition, after the big hit, in order to obscure the probability variation state or the short time state, it is also considered to set a latent state that does not notify such information, but that alone will give the player a sense of expectation It was not possible to improve the interests of the game, even though it was a period of great expectation for the player.

  Accordingly, the present invention has been made to solve the above-described problems, and provides a gaming machine capable of performing a novel notification effect of a latent state and improving the interest of the game. Objective.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1
A variable display device having a display unit capable of displaying a variable display game that displays a plurality of identification information in a variable manner based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening, and a game when the result of the variable display game is a special result A game control means for generating a special gaming state that is advantageous to the user and generating a gaming state in which a probability that the next special gaming state will occur is higher than the normal state after the completion of the predetermined special gaming state. In the machine
The game control means includes
Game state execution control means for executing a game in any one of a plurality of game states;
A variable display game execution control means for controlling the progress of the plurality of variable display games,
The game state execution control means includes:
Among the plurality of game states include non-notification mode execution control means for executing a game in a non-notification mode without notifying the current game state to the player,
In the non-notification mode,
A first non-notification mode in which a predetermined game value can be given to a player;
A second non-notification mode capable of giving a player a gaming value higher than the first non-notification mode,
A plurality of variation modes for executing the variation display game in a predetermined variation time are defined in the progression mode of the variation display game,
The variable display game execution control means includes:
When a game is being executed in the second non-notification mode by the non-notification mode execution control means, a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined among the plurality of variation modes is other than the specific variation time. The variation time is selected at a rate higher than the defined variation mode .

According to the invention described in claim 1, the current non-notification mode without notifying the game state to the player of the first and non-notification mode can be applied to the player a predetermined game value, the first non-broadcast And a second non-notification mode capable of giving a player a gaming value higher than the mode, and when the game is being executed in the non-notification mode, the progress mode of the variable display game is referred to as the first non-notification mode. Since it is different from the second non-notification mode, the player can guess the current game state from the progress mode of the variable display game, and the probability of the variable display game is a normal probability or a high probability, A novel notification effect can be realized.
In addition, even if the player is in a state in which the current game state is difficult to distinguish, the game can be enjoyed while having a sense of expectation by continuing to play the game, and the interest of the game can be improved.
Furthermore, when a game is being executed in the second non-notification mode in which a higher game value than the first non-notification mode can be given to the player, a variation in which a specific variation time is defined among a plurality of variation modes Since the mode is selected at a higher rate than the variation mode in which the variation time other than the specific variation time is defined, the variation display game is executed in the variation mode in which the specific variation time is defined in the second non-notification mode. Therefore, it is possible to cause the player to guess the current game state from the progress mode of the variable display game.

The invention according to claim 2 is the gaming machine according to claim 1 ,
Before Symbol variable display game execution control means, wherein in a state where the game in the second non-notification mode by the non-broadcast mode execution control means is executed, of the plurality of fluctuation mode, the specific change time is defined When a variation mode is selected, a predetermined effect control means is provided for executing a predetermined effect in the specific variation time.

According to the second aspect of the present invention, in a state where the game is being executed in the second non-notification mode in which a higher game value than the first non-notification mode can be given to the player, When a variation mode with a specific variation time is selected , a predetermined effect is executed during the specific variation time , so that the variation display game is defined with a specific variation time in the second non-notification mode. when running in fluctuation mode, Ru can be performed effectively rendering. Thereby, a player can have a feeling of expectation, and the interest of the game can be improved .

A third aspect of the present invention is the gaming machine according to the second aspect,
The variation display game execution control means is defined with the specific variation time among the plurality of variation modes in a state where the game is being executed in the second non-notification mode by the non-notification mode execution control means. When the variation mode is selected , control is performed such that the rate at which the variation display game is in the reach state is higher than the rate at which the game is in a state other than the reach state .

According to the invention described in claim 3, in a state where the game is being executed in the second non-notification mode in which a higher game value than the first non-notification mode can be given to the player, Since the rate at which the variation display game is in the reach state is controlled to be higher than the rate at which the variation display game is in a state other than the reach state when a variation mode with a specific variation time is selected, the second non-notification mode Can increase the possibility that the variable display game will reach a reach state , thereby making it possible to give the player a sense of expectation and improve the interest of the game.

The invention according to claim 4 is the gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3,
The start winning port includes a first start winning port and a second start winning port that can be converted into a closed state in which a game ball cannot be received and an open state in which a game ball can be received. Based on the winning of the game ball to the mouth, the first starting storage means for storing the right to execute the variable display game as a first starting memory up to a predetermined upper limit number, and based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning port Second start storage means for storing a right to execute the variable display game as a second start storage up to a predetermined upper limit number, wherein the game state execution control means is configured to display a current game state among a plurality of game states. A notification mode execution control means for executing a game in a notification mode for notifying a player, wherein the notification mode includes a normal gaming state and a probability that the next special gaming state will occur after the end of the predetermined special gaming state. Is Stored in the second start storage means in a state where the game is being executed in the normal game state of the notification mode by the notification mode execution control means. When the variation display game based on the second start memory is executed, the variation display game based on the second start memory is executed in a variation mode in which the specific variation time is defined. Yes.

According to the fourth aspect of the present invention , when the variable display game based on the second start memory is executed in a state where the game is being executed in the normal game state of the notification mode, the second start memory is used. Since the variation display game is executed in a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined, the current game state is expected to be a second non-notification mode that can give a player a gaming value higher than that of the first non-notification mode. A feeling can be given to the player and the interest of the game can be improved.

According to the present invention, the player can guess the current game state from the progress mode of the variable display game, and a novel notification effect of a latent state in which the probability of the variable display game is normal probability or high probability is unclear. Can be realized.
In addition, even if the player is in a state in which the current game state is difficult to distinguish, the game can be enjoyed while having a sense of expectation by continuing to play the game, and the interest of the game can be improved.
Furthermore, it is possible to increase the possibility that the variation display game is executed in a variation manner in which a specific variation time is defined, thereby causing the player to infer the current game state from the progression manner of the variation display game. Can do.

It is a front view of the game board of the gaming machine of the first embodiment to which the present invention is applied. It is a block diagram which shows a part of control system of a gaming machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on a main process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on a timer interruption process. It is an example of the state transition diagram for demonstrating a gaming state. It is a figure which shows an example of the distribution ratio of each jackpot in the special figure fluctuation display game. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure game process in a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the 1st start port monitoring process in a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 1 hold information determination process in a 1st start port monitoring process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the 2nd start port monitoring process in a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 2 pending | holding information determination process in a 2nd starting port monitoring process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure normal process in a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 1 fluctuation start process in a special figure normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 2 fluctuation start process in a special figure normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure change start process 2 in a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the fluctuation pattern table selection process in the special figure fluctuation start process. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern table which concerns on each game state. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the special figure change time selection ratio in a specific game state. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the change time in a time-short state and a 2nd high probability state. It is a figure which shows an example of the display screen displayed on a display apparatus in each game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the display screen displayed on a display apparatus in a normal game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the variable display aspect displayed on a display apparatus in a specific game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the variable display aspect displayed on a display apparatus in a specific game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the alerting | reporting display aspect of the probability state of a special figure fluctuation display game. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of transition of a game. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of transition of a game. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the stop display time in a time-short state and a 2nd high probability state. It is an example of the state transition diagram for demonstrating the game state of the game machine of Embodiment 2 to which this invention is applied. It is a figure which shows an example of the big winning opening opening pattern in a big hit state. It is a figure which shows an example of the distribution ratio of each jackpot in the special figure fluctuation display game. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure display process in a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 1 open pattern setting process in the special figure display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 2 open | release pattern setting process in the special figure display process. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of a big prize opening | release pattern table. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of transition of a game. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of transition of a game. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the 2nd start port monitoring process in a special figure game process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure 2 pending | holding information determination process in a 2nd starting port monitoring process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on hold information setting processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the operation | movement which concerns on the special figure change start process 2 in a special figure game process. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern table which concerns on each game state. It is a figure which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation display mode displayed on a display apparatus. It is a figure which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation display mode displayed on a display apparatus. It is a figure which shows an example of the hold display aspect displayed on a display apparatus. It is a figure which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation display mode displayed on a display apparatus. It is a figure which shows an example of the display mode displayed on a display apparatus, and the covering state by a movable accessory.

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.
Here, a pachinko gaming machine as a suitable example of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described.

[Embodiment 1]
FIG. 1 shows a game board 1 surrounded by a guide rail 2 and having a game area 1a on the front side where a game ball is launched to play a game.
A machine frame that is an outer frame of the gaming machine 100 and is fixed to the island facility, a clear member holding frame that covers the front surface of the game area 1a, a front frame to which the game board 1 is attached, and provided below the game area 1a. An operation panel having an upper plate and a lower plate for containing game balls and having an operation handle for the player to perform a launch operation is not shown.

  The game board 1 includes a flat game board main body 1b (made of wood or synthetic resin) serving as a mounting base for various members, and has a game area 1a surrounded by a guide rail 2 on the front surface of the game board main body 1b. ing. Further, front structural members 3, 3,... Are attached to the front surface of the game board main body 1b and outside the guide rail 2. Then, a game ball (hit ball; game medium) is launched from a launching device into a game area 1a surrounded by the guide rail 2 to play a game.

A center case 20 is attached to the approximate center of the game area 1a.
Behind the window portion 22 formed in the center case 20 is a decorative special figure fluctuation display game (see FIG. 22) that displays a plurality of identification information in a variable manner corresponding to the special figure fluctuation display game that forms the fluctuation display game. A liquid crystal display device 43 as an executable variable display device is arranged.

The liquid crystal display device 43 includes, for example, a liquid crystal display, and is arranged so that a display portion 43 a whose display contents can be changed is visible from the front side of the game board 1 through the window portion 22 of the center case 20. .
The liquid crystal display device 43 is not limited to the one provided with a liquid crystal display, and may be provided with a display such as an EL or CRT.

  Also, in the game area 1a, a normal map start gate 4, a normal map memory display 15 for displaying the number of unprocessed times of a normal map variable display game that is a normal variable display game, and a normal map variable display as a normal variable display device. A general-purpose display 5 for displaying a game is provided. Further, in the game area 1a, there are provided a first start winning opening 13 forming a first start winning area and an ordinary variable winning apparatus 7 forming a second start winning area. When the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, the first special figure fluctuation display game is executed as the special figure fluctuation display game. When the game ball wins the normal fluctuation prize winning device 7, The second special figure variable display game is executed as the variable display game.

Further, in the game area 1a, a first special figure display 8 for displaying a first special figure fluctuation display game as a fluctuation display apparatus, and a second special figure for displaying a second special figure fluctuation display game as a fluctuation display apparatus. A display 9 is provided. Further, the first special figure storage display 18 for displaying the number of unprocessed times (first start memory) of the first special figure variation display game, and the number of unprocessed times (second start memory) of the second special figure variation display game. A second special figure memory display 19 for displaying is provided.
The special figure memory indicator 15, the universal figure indicator 5, the first special figure indicator 8, the second special figure indicator 9, the first special figure memory indicator 18, and the second special figure memory indicator 19 are in the gaming state. It is provided integrally as a game state display LED 6 representing.
In addition, you may provide the round number indicator (LED) which displays the round number (for example, 5R, 10R, 15R) at the time of becoming a special game state.

Furthermore, the game area 1a has an attacker-type opening / closing door 10a that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the front side. A special variable winning device 10 for converting the state where the winning opening is closed (a disadvantageous state for the player) to the opened state (a state advantageous for the player), and an out hole 11 for collecting the gaming balls that have not won the winning opening. Is provided.
In addition, the game area 1a is provided with general winning holes 12, 12,..., A windmill 14 as a batting direction changing member, a number of obstacle nails (not shown), and the like.

  A gate SW4a (shown in FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has passed through the general start gate 4 is provided in the general start gate 4. Then, when the game ball that has been driven into the game area 1a passes through the normal diagram start gate 4, a normal variation display game is performed. In addition, the normal variation display game cannot be started, for example, the normal variation display game has already been played and the normal variation display game has not been completed, When 7 is converted to the open state and the game ball passes through the general figure start gate 4, if the number is less than the upper limit of the general figure start memory number, the normal figure start memory number is incremented by one and the normal figure start is started. One memory is stored. Note that the start memory of the general map variable display game is displayed on the general map memory display 15 provided with LEDs.

The normal map display game is executed by the general map display 5 provided in the game area 1a. The common map indicator 5 is composed of an LED indicating a hit as normal identification information (general map, normal symbol) and an LED indicating a deviation as the normal identification information, and alternately blinking and displaying the two LEDs. Ordinary identification information is displayed in a variable manner, and after a predetermined fluctuation display time has elapsed, one of the LEDs is turned on to display the result.
It should be noted that the universal map display game may be displayed in a part of the display area of the liquid crystal display device 43. In this case, for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc. are used as the normal identification information, and this is determined in advance. After the time variation display, the display is stopped. If the stop display of the usual figure change display game becomes a special result mode (specific result), it becomes a hit of the usual figure, and the opening / closing members 7a, 7a of the normal change winning device 7 are set for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3). For 2 seconds). Thereby, it becomes easy for a game ball to win the normal variation winning device 7, and the second special figure variation display game can be easily started.

The normal variation winning device 7 includes a pair of left and right opening / closing members 7a, 7a, and is disposed below the first start winning opening 13, and the opening / closing members 7a, 7a are normally spaced at an interval of about the diameter of the game ball. A closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player, the first state) is maintained. However, since the first start winning opening 13 is provided above, the game ball cannot be won in the closed state.
Then, when the result of the normal fluctuation display game becomes a predetermined stop display mode, it is opened in a reverse “C” shape by a solenoid (general power open / close SOL7b, shown in FIG. 2) as a driving device. The game can be changed to an open state (a state advantageous to the player, a second state) in which the game ball easily flows into the normal variation winning device 7.

The first start winning opening 13 is provided with a first start opening SW13a (shown in FIG. 2), and based on the detection of the game ball by the first start opening SW13a, the first special figure variation as an auxiliary game is provided. A right to start a display game (special variation display game) is generated. Further, a second start opening SW7d (shown in FIG. 2) is provided inside the normal variation winning device 7, and a second special figure as an auxiliary game is based on the detection of a game ball by the second start opening SW7d. The start right to start the variable display game (special variable display game) is generated.
The right to start the first special figure variation display game is stored as the first start memory within a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4). The first start memory is displayed on the first special figure memory display 18. Further, a first hold number (starting memory) is displayed on the display unit 43a corresponding to the display of the first special figure memory display 18. The start right to start the second special figure variation display game is stored as the second start memory within a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4). The second start memory is displayed on the second special figure memory display 19. Further, the second reserved number (starting memory) is displayed on the display unit 43a corresponding to the display of the second special figure memory display 19.
In the following description, when the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are not distinguished, they are simply referred to as a special figure fluctuation display game.

When a special ball fluctuation display game can be started and the number of start memories is 0, when a game ball wins the normal variable winning device 7 or the first start winning port 13, the game starts with the start right. When the memory is stored and the starting memory number is incremented by one, the special figure variation display game is immediately started based on the starting memory, and at this time, the starting memory number is decremented by one.
On the other hand, it is normal when the special figure fluctuation display game cannot be started immediately, for example, when the special figure fluctuation display game has already been performed and the special figure fluctuation display game has not been completed or is in the special game state. When a game ball wins in the variable winning device 7 or the first start winning opening 13, if the start memory number is less than the upper limit number, the start memory number is incremented by 1 and one start memory is stored. Then, when the number of starting memories is 1 or more, the start memory number is decremented by 1 when the special figure variation display game can be started (the previous special figure variation display game ends or the special game state ends). At the same time, the special figure variation display game is started based on the stored start memory.

The first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are a first special figure indicator 8 (fluctuation display device) and a second special figure indicator 9 (fluctuation display device) provided in the game area 1a. This is performed by variably displaying a plurality of special identification information (special drawing, special symbol) and then stopping and displaying a predetermined result mode. In addition, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game for executing a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) corresponding to each special figure fluctuation display game on the liquid crystal display device 43 is executed. It has become.
That is, the first special figure display 8 and the liquid crystal display device 43 constitute a first fluctuation display apparatus for displaying the first special figure fluctuation display game, and the second special figure display 9 and the liquid crystal display device 43 are the second special figure. A second variation display device for displaying a variation display game is provided. Further, the first special figure display 8, the second special figure display 9, and the liquid crystal display device 43 form a variable display device that displays a variable display game based on a plurality of identification information. And as a result of this special figure fluctuation display game, when the display mode of the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 becomes a special result mode, it becomes a big hit and a special game state (so-called , A big hit state). Correspondingly, the display mode of the liquid crystal display device 43 is also a special result mode.
The first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display 9 may be separate displays or the same display, but the special figure changes so that they are not performed independently or simultaneously. The display game is displayed. In addition, the liquid crystal display device 43 may use different liquid crystal display devices 43 and different display areas in the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game. Although the display area may be used, the decoration special figure variation display game is displayed so as not to be executed independently or simultaneously. Further, the game machine 100 may not be provided with the first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display 9, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the liquid crystal display device 43.
Note that the start memory of the special figure variation display game is sequentially executed in the storage order of the first start memory and the second start memory. In other words, when there is a second start memory, priority digest such as the execution of the second special figure variation display game is not performed even if the first start memory is present.

Further, the special variable winning device 10 as a variable winning device includes a large winning opening that is opened and closed by an attacker-type opening / closing door 10a that can be opened by rotating in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the front side. During the special gaming state, the game winning ball opening is converted from the closed state to the opened state, thereby facilitating the inflow of gaming balls into the winning game opening and giving a predetermined game value (prize ball) to the player. It is like that.
The opening / closing door 10a is driven by, for example, a solenoid (a special winning opening SOL10b, shown in FIG. 2) as a driving device. In addition, a count SW 10c (shown in FIG. 2) as a detecting means for detecting a game ball that has entered the big prize opening is disposed inside the big prize opening (winning area).

  In addition, in each general winning opening 12 provided in the game area 1a, a winning opening SW 12a (shown in FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has entered the general winning opening 12 is disposed. The game balls that are driven into the game area 1a by starting the game are awarded to the general prize opening 12, 12,..., The normal variable prize winning device 7, the first start prize winning port 13, the special variable prize winning device 10, etc. When a prize is awarded to any of the mouths, a predetermined number of prize balls corresponding to the respective prize mouths are discharged (paid out) by the discharging device 51 (shown in FIG. 2).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, the gaming machine 100 performs a control related to various effects under the control of the game control device 30 serving as a game control means for controlling the progress of the game as its control system. Production control device 40 as a sub-control device, discharge control of prize balls or rental balls by the discharge device 51, and discharge / discharge control device 50 as a sub-control device that controls the launch of game balls by the launch device 52, power A power supply device 60 is provided.

  The game control device 30 includes a game microcomputer 31 having a CPU 31a, ROM 31b, RAM 31c, and the like, and outputs pulse signals for input / output interface (input / output I / F) 33, synchronization of various processes, timers, and the like. It is composed of a clock (CLK) 32 (oscillator) or the like.

The CPU 31a includes a control unit and a calculation unit, and performs calculation control, as well as a big hit determination random number for a special figure variation display game, a big hit symbol random number for determining a big hit symbol, and a fluctuation pattern in the special figure fluctuation display game Various random numbers such as a fluctuation pattern random number for determining the game, a random number for hit determination of the usual figure fluctuation display game, and the like are also generated.
The RAM 31c stores a storage area for storing an ON signal of the first start opening SW13a provided in the first start winning opening 13 and the second start opening SW7d provided in the normal variation winning apparatus 7, and storage areas for various random numbers. And a work area of the CPU 31a.
In addition to the game control program and control data being written in the ROM 31b, the jackpot of the special figure variation display game for determining the occurrence of the big jackpot of the special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the various random numbers described above. A determination value, a determination value of a variation pattern, and the like are stored. In addition, a hit determination value for the common map variation display game and a variation pattern for the common map variation display game are also stored.

Further, the input / output interface 33 is provided with a start port SW7d, a gate SW4a, a winning port SW12a, 12a,... 50 etc. are connected. The input / output interface 33 relays various signals input from these and outputs them to the CPU 31a.
The glass frame opening SW 146 detects that the clear member holding frame is opened, and the inner frame opening SW 121 detects that the front frame is opened.

  The input / output interface 33 receives various control signals output from the CPU 31a. These control signals are relayed by the input / output interface 33, and via a not-shown output port and driver, a first special figure display 8, a second special figure display 9, a first special figure storage display 18, It is connected to a game status display LED 8 including a second special figure memory display 19, a general figure display 5, a general figure storage display 15, a big prize opening SOL 10 b, a general electric opening / closing SOL 7 b, a management device 200 outside the gaming machine 100, etc. The output is output to the external output terminal 16, the production control device 40, and the discharge and emission control device 50.

  The effect control device 40 as a sub control device includes a CPU 40a, a ROM 40b, a RAM 40c, an input / output interface as a control device, a RAM as an image memory for controlling display on a display device (liquid crystal display device) 43, an image and a video. A video circuit including a CGROM 40d in which data is stored and a VDP 40e (video display processor) as a graphic processor are provided. In addition, a driver 40f for driving various LEDs 45 for decoration provided on the game board 1 and a clear member holding frame covering the front of the game board 1 and a sound source LSI 40g for controlling sound output are provided.

  The effect control device 40 has an input / output interface (not shown), and the game control device 30 is connected to the input / output interface via a low-pass filter and a buffer gate. Various signals (effect control data (such as various commands)) input from the game control device 30 are relayed by the input / output interface and output to the CPU 40a. The effect control device 40 controls the gaming machine 100 (under the control of the game control device 30) based on the effect control data (such as various commands) received from the game control device 30. The input / output interface is adapted to receive detection signals from operation buttons 158 serving as operating means provided on the upper plate, and the effect control device 40 is based on these detection signals (game control device). The gaming machine 100 is controlled (under 30 control).

  Further, various control signals output from the CPU 40a are input to the input / output interface, and these control signals are relayed by the input / output interface, and various LEDs 45 and movable effects are output via an output port and a driver 40f (not shown). It is output to the movable motor 44 of the apparatus. Of the control signals output from the CPU 40a, a control signal related to image control is output from the CPU 40a to the VDP 40e, and image data based on the control signal is output from the VDP 40e to the liquid crystal display device 43. A control signal related to the control of the sound is output from the CPU 40a to the sound source LSI 40g, and sound data based on the control signal is output from the sound source LSI 40g to the speaker 145.

  The discharge / emission control device 50 as a sub-control device includes an arithmetic processing CPU, ROM, RAM, and the like, and receives a prize ball control command (reception of prize ball number data) from the game control apparatus 30 and a ball lending machine (not shown). ) Is controlled to cause the discharging device 51 to discharge a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls, rental balls). The launching device 52 controls the launching of the game ball, and when the player touches the operation handle, the discharge launch control device 50 receives a signal from the touch sensor 54 provided on the operation handle. It is designed to be entered. Further, when the player operates a firing stop switch 53 provided on the operation handle, an input signal from the firing stop switch 53 is input together with an input signal from the touch sensor 54.

  In addition, power is supplied from the power supply device 60 to the game control device 30, and power is supplied from the power supply device 60 to other devices. Further, the power supply device 60 is provided with a backup power source 61 for enabling power supply even when the external power supply is interrupted at the time of a power failure or the like. It is designed to prevent the loss of data stored in.

In these control devices, the following game control is performed.
The game control device 30 mainly performs main processing shown in FIG. 3 and timer interrupt processing shown in FIG. 4 performed every predetermined time (for example, every 2 milliseconds) as processing related to the game.

First, the main process will be described.
In the main process, the entire program is controlled. As shown in FIG. 3, in the main process, the process at the start of the program is first performed.
As processing at the start of the program, first, initialization processing at power-on (step S1) is performed, and then power failure recovery processing (step S2) is performed.

Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing.
In this loop process, first, a process for starting an interrupt timer (step S3) is performed to start a CTC (counter timer circuit).
Next, processing for prohibiting interruption (step S4) is performed. Thereafter, an initial value random number update process (step S5) is performed to update the initial value of random numbers such as jackpot determination random numbers and jackpot symbol random numbers to break the temporal regularity of the random numbers, and an interrupt is permitted (steps) S6) is performed.

Then, the power failure inspection area of the RAM 31c is checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7).
In the power failure inspection area, check data is set when the power of the gaming machine 100 is shut off due to a power failure, and the check data is not stored in normal times. Therefore, it can be determined whether or not a power failure has occurred by determining the presence or absence of the check data.

  If it is determined in step S7 whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7; N), the process returns to the above-described processing for prohibiting interruption (step S4). If the power supply is not shut off, the process of prohibiting interruption (step S4) repeats the determination of whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7).

On the other hand, if a power failure occurs (step S7; Y) in the determination of whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7), a power failure occurrence process (step S8) is performed.
Immediately after the occurrence of a power failure, the backup power supply supplies power that can execute the processing when the power failure occurs.

In the power failure occurrence process (step S8), first, a process for prohibiting interruption is performed. And the process which turns off all the output ports is performed, and the process which clears a power failure inspection area | region is performed. Further, after performing the process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area, the process of calculating the checksum when the power of the RAM 31c is cut off is performed, and the process of prohibiting access to the RAM 31c is performed. Wait for 100 to shut down.
Thus, by saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power interruption, the information stored in the RAM 31c before the power interruption is correctly backed up. Can be determined at power-on.

Next, timer interrupt processing will be described.
As shown in FIG. 4, in this timer interrupt process, first, a process of saving the data in the register (step S10) is performed.
Next, processing of inputs from various sensors (first start port SW13a, second start port SW7d, gate SW4a, winning port SW12a, 12a,..., Count SW10c, glass frame opening SW146, inner frame opening SW121, etc.) Based on the output data set in various processes, an input / output process (step S11) is performed to perform an output process for controlling the driving of an actuator such as a solenoid (large winning opening SOL10b, ordinary power open / close SOL7b).

Next, a command transmission process (step S12) is performed for outputting the command set in the transmission buffer in various processes to the effect control device 40 and the like.
Then, a jackpot determination random number for determining the hit of the special figure variation display game, a jackpot symbol random number for determining the jackpot symbol of the special figure variation display game, Random number update processing 1 (step S13) for updating the winning random number is performed.
Next, an initial value random number update process (step S14) for updating the initial value of the random number and breaking the temporal regularity of the random number is performed.

Next, random number update processing 2 (step S15) is performed for updating a variation pattern random number for determining a variation pattern in the decorative special diagram variation display game related to the special diagram variation display game.
Next, whether or not there is a signal input from the first start port SW13a, the second start port SW7d, the gate SW4a, the winning ports SW12a, 12a,. A winning opening switch monitoring process (step S16) is performed.
Then, an error monitoring process (step S17) for monitoring each signal and error is performed, a special figure game process (step S18) for performing a process related to the special figure variation display game, and a general figure game for performing a process related to the general map variation display game. Processing (step S19) is performed.

Next, a segment LED editing process (step S20) that is provided in the gaming machine 100 and performs a process related to the segment LED that displays various information related to the game is performed.
Then, an external information editing process (step S21) is performed in which a signal to be output to the external management apparatus is set in the output buffer.
Next, an interrupt end declaration process (step S22) is performed, a process for restoring the saved register data (step S23) is performed, an interrupt permission process (step S24) is performed, and a timer interrupt process is performed. finish.

And in the game control apparatus 30, mainly in the usual game process (step S19) among the above processes, based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the gate SW4a provided in the usual figure start gate 4, A random number value for determining the hit of the normal figure is extracted and compared with the determination value stored in the ROM 31b, and a process for determining whether or not the hit of the normal figure changing display game is determined. Then, after the normal identification information is variably displayed on the normal display 5 for a predetermined time, a process for displaying a general variability display game to be stopped is performed.
When the result of the normal map fluctuation display game is a win, a special result mode (specific result) is displayed on the general map display 5 and the electric power open / close SOL 7b is operated so that the open / close member 7a of the normal variable winning device 7 is operated. , 7a is controlled as described above for a predetermined time (for example, 0.3 seconds). In addition, when the result of the normal map change display game is out of order, control is performed to display the result form of the shift on the general map display 5.

The operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 includes two operation states, a normal operation state and a short-time operation state, and the game control device 30 sets one of the operation states. That is, the game control device 30 serves as a normal variation winning device operation control means for controlling the open / closed state conversion operation of the normal variation winning device 7.
In the normal operation state, the variation display time of the normal variation display game is a first variation display time (for example, 30 seconds). In addition, when the normal variation winning game 7 is released as a result of the normal variation display game being won, the release mode is the first release time (for example, 0.3 seconds), and the normal variation display is performed. The number of times of opening for one hit result of the game is set as the first number of times of opening (for example, once).
The short-time operation state is a state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is more likely to be an open state than the normal operation state. At this time, in the short operation state, the execution time of the above-described normal variation display game is controlled to be a second variation display time shorter than the first variation display time which is a long execution time in the normal operation state (for example, , 0.5 seconds), thereby controlling the number of times of opening of the normally variable winning device 7 per unit time to be substantially increased. Further, in the short-time operation state, when the normal variation winning game 7 is released as a result of hitting the normal variation display game, the release mode is the second release time (for example, 2 seconds). The number of releases for one hit result of the figure variation display game is set as the second number of releases (for example, 3 times).
It is to be noted that the execution time of the normal variation display game is set to a second variation display time shorter than the first variation display time, and the release mode of the normal variation winning device 7 is set to the second release time (for example, 2 seconds), and the control for setting the number of times of opening for one hit result of the normal map display game to be the second number of times of opening (for example, 3 times) may be performed either one or both. Also good. In the short-time operation state, control may be performed so that the probability of a hit result of the normal-variable display game is higher than that in the normal operation state.
Thereby, it becomes easy for a game ball to win the normal variation winning device 7, and the second special figure variation display game can be easily started.
As described above, in the opening mode of the normal variable winning device 7, the first opening mode in which the opening time is set to the first opening time and the second opening time in which the opening time is longer than the first opening time are set. And a second opening mode.

  Further, in the game control device 30, as will be described in detail later, in the special game process (step S18), the first start opening SW13a provided in the first start winning opening 13 and the first variable opening winning apparatus 7 provided in the normal variation winning apparatus 7 are provided. 2 Based on the input of the detection signal of the game ball from the start port SW7d, a process of extracting a random number value for determining the big hit of the special figure variation display game and storing it as a start memory in the RAM 31c up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4). Do.

  Further, at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory, the big hit judgment random number value stored in the start memory is compared with the big hit judgment value (specific value) for the special figure fluctuation display game stored in the ROM 31b. Then, a process of determining a miss of the special figure variation display game is performed. Further, after this processing, 1 is subtracted from the starting memory number. Also, a process for determining a fluctuation pattern based on the fluctuation pattern random number is performed. Further, when the jackpot determination random number value matches the jackpot determination value, processing for selecting a special result mode based on the jackpot symbol random number is performed.

Here, there are two probability states, a normal probability state and a probability variation state, in the probability state that is a probability state in which the special result mode is derived in the special figure variation display game. Two probability states are set.
The probability variation state is a state in which the probability of a jackpot result in the special figure variation display game is higher than the normal probability state. In the normal probability state, a predetermined number of first determination values are set as specific values, and the specific value (first determination value) is compared with a big hit determination random number value. ing. In the probability variation state, the second determination value different from the first determination value and the first determination value is set as the specific value, and these specific values (first determination value, second determination value) and jackpot determination are used. Random numbers are compared, and if they match, a big hit is determined. In other words, the game control device 30 serves as a probability variation control means capable of controlling the probability that the result of the special figure variation display game is in the special result mode in either the normal probability state or the probability variation state.

If a special result is derived in a special figure variation display game and a certain condition is met (if a specific special result mode (probable variation pattern)), the probability state is changed after the special game state is finished. It is supposed to be in a state.
In addition, when a special result is derived in the special figure variation display game in the case of the probability variation state, the normal probability state is temporarily set regardless of whether or not the special result mode is accompanied by establishment of a predetermined condition. Become. And if it is a special result mode accompanied by the establishment of a predetermined condition, the probability variation state is entered again after the end of the special gaming state. In the case of a special result mode (normal symbol) that is not accompanied by the establishment of a predetermined condition, the normal probability state is maintained as it is even after the special game state is ended.

In addition, the game control device 30 uses a jackpot determination random number value, a jackpot symbol random number, a variation pattern random number, etc. stored in the first startup memory at a predetermined timing (arbitrary timing such as a start winning prize) as a determination unit. Make a decision. Similarly, the game control device 30 determines a jackpot determination random number value, a jackpot symbol random number, a variation pattern random number, etc. stored in the second startup memory at a predetermined timing (any timing such as a start winning prize). . The results of these determinations are transmitted from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 as result information.
Here, the above determination is sequentially executed in the order of storage of the first start memory and the second start memory. That is, the game control device 30 performs the variable display that sequentially executes the special figure variable display game in the storage order of the execution right based on the execution right of the variable display game stored in the first start memory and the second start memory. It is a game execution control means.

  Then, the game control device 30 displays the special identification information in a variable manner on the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 on the basis of the determination result of the start memory as described above, and then displays the stop display. The process which displays the special figure fluctuation display game to perform is performed. That is, the game control device 30 serves as a variable display control means capable of controlling the execution of the special figure variable display game based on the start-up memory.

  Further, in the game control device 30, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, the special result state is displayed on the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9, and a special game state is generated. To perform the process. The special result mode displayed on the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 is determined based on the big hit symbol random number extracted and stored simultaneously with the big hit judgment random number value. When the result of the special figure variation display game is out of order, the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 is controlled to display the result form of the deviation.

  Further, in the game control device 30, as a process for generating the special game state, for example, the open / close door 10a of the special variable prize winning device 10 is opened by the big prize opening SOL10b, thereby allowing the game ball to flow into the big prize opening. Take control. Then, a condition that either a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls wins the grand prize opening or a predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds or 3 seconds) elapses from the opening of the big prize opening is achieved. Opening the grand prize opening until one is made is defined as one round, and control (cycle game) is performed to continue (repeat) this for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 times, 10 times, or 5 times). Thereby, the gaming machine 100 functions as the gaming machine 100 that generates a special gaming state that can give a predetermined gaming value to the player based on the result mode of the special figure variation display game.

  In addition, the game control device 30 discharges and fires based on the detection signal of the game ball input from sensors (first start port SW13a, second start port SW7d, winning port SW12a, count SW10c) provided at various winning ports. The control device 50 is controlled so that a predetermined number of game balls are paid out from the discharge device 51.

In addition, in the effect control device 40, based on a command signal (change time command, change stop command, etc.) from the game control device 30, the special display change display game corresponding to the special view change display game is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43. To control the process and effects.
In other words, the game control device 30 and the effect control device 40 execute the variation display game (decoration display variation display game) based on the execution right of the variation display game stored in the first start memory and the second start memory. It serves as a display game execution control means.

Next, the gaming state of the gaming machine 100 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5 shows an example of a state transition diagram for explaining the gaming state of the gaming machine 100.
The gaming state of the gaming machine 100 is changed when a predetermined condition is satisfied under the control of the gaming control device 30. The gaming state includes a normal gaming state, a first high probability state, a second high probability state, and a short time. A specific game state including a state and a big hit state (special game state) are set.

The normal game state is a game state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is a normal operation state without open extension and the probability state of the special figure variable display game is a normal probability state (low probability state).
In this normal gaming state, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed based on the first start memory or the second start memory, and a special result is obtained as a result of the special figure fluctuation display game. When the mode is derived (when the big hit condition is satisfied), the state shifts to the big hit state and the special gaming state is entered.

  The big hit state is a state in which a special game state in which a predetermined game value can be given to the player is being executed. Then, when the special gaming state ends in this big hit state, the state shifts to the first high probability state or the specific gaming state.

The first high probability state is a game state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is a short operation state when the open extension is extended, and the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability state). The short-time operation state in the first high probability state is set so as to continue until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends. Moreover, it is a state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is informed by a predetermined method using a display screen or the like (state notification), and the player can recognize the probability state. State. In addition, the alerting | reporting aspect of the probability state of a special figure change display game is mentioned later (refer FIG. 24).
Then, in the first high probability state, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed based on the first start memory or the second start memory, and the special figure fluctuation display game As a result, when the special result mode is derived (when the big hit condition is satisfied), the state shifts to the big hit state and the special gaming state is set.

The specific gaming state is a state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is not a probability variation state or a normal probability state (low probability state) (state non-notification), and the player is in a probability state Is in a state that cannot be recognized. As this specific gaming state, a second high probability state and a short time state are set.
The second high probability state is a game state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is a short operation state when the open extension is extended, and the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability state). The time-short operation state in the second high probability state is set so as to continue until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends.
The short-time state is a short-time operation state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is with open extension, and is a gaming state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a normal probability state (low probability state). The short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 in the short-time state is set to continue until 50 special figure variation display games are executed after the special game state ends.

Then, in this specific gaming state, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed based on the first start memory or the second start memory, and as a result of the special figure fluctuation display game. When the special result mode is derived (when the jackpot condition is satisfied), the game shifts to the jackpot state and enters a special game state.
In addition, when the execution of the special figure variation display game 50 times is completed in the short-time state, the state shifts to the normal gaming state.

As described above, the game control device 30 has a plurality of game states such as a normal game state, a big hit state, a first high probability state, and a specific game state (second high probability state, short time state) as game state execution control means. Among them, the game is executed in any game state.
Further, the game control device 30 constitutes a state inferable mode execution control means for executing a game in a first high probability state (state inducible mode) in which the player can be informed of the current game state. In addition, the game control device 30 serves as state estimation difficulty mode execution control means for executing a game in a specific game state (state estimation difficulty mode) in which the player is notified of the current game state with difficulty in estimation.
Furthermore, in the specific gaming state as the state estimation difficulty mode, a short time state (first state estimation difficulty mode) in which a predetermined game value can be given to the player and a game value higher than the first state estimation difficulty mode are played. 2nd high probability state (2nd state estimation difficult mode) which can be provided to a person is included.

  In addition, the game control device 30 serves as a game state control means, based on the end of a predetermined special game state, the time during which the normal variation winning device 7 is converted to the open state is a first opening time (normal operation state without opening extension). ) To generate a specific gaming state (first high probability state, second high probability state, short time state) that is changed to a second opening time that is longer than the first opening time (short operating state with extended opening). It is like that.

As for the special result mode, a plurality of types having different added game values given to the player after the execution mode of the special game state and the special game state are set, and the game control device 30 has a special result mode based on the jackpot symbol random number. Select.
Further, the types of special result modes are different between those based on the first start memory and those based on the second start memory.
Specifically, as shown in FIG. 6, when the special figure variation display game based on the first start memory becomes a special result mode, the number of rounds in the special game state is 10 rounds and the special game state 10R in which the game state is reduced to a short time state until 50 special figure variation display games are executed after the completion of the game. Normally, the number of rounds in the special game state is 10 rounds and the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends. There are two types of 10R probability change in which the game state is the probability change state.
In addition, when the special figure variation display game based on the second start memory becomes a special result mode, the number of rounds in the special game state is 5 rounds, and the special figure variation display game of 50 times after the special game state ends. 5R, in which the gaming state is set to the short-time state until the execution of the game, normally, the number of rounds in the special gaming state is 5 rounds, and after the special gaming state ends, the 5R probability change in which the gaming state is the probability variation state until the next special result mode is derived, The number of rounds in the special game state is 15 rounds, and three types of 15R probability change are set, in which the game state is the probability change state until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends.

Further, as shown in FIG. 6, when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, the selection probability of the special result mode is the first special figure fluctuation display game (special figure 1) and the second special figure fluctuation display. It differs from the game (Special Figure 2).
In the first special figure variation display game, the probability that 10R normal is selected is 35%, and the probability that 10R probability variation is selected is 65%. On the other hand, in the second special figure variation display game, the probability that the 15R probability variation is selected is 50%, the probability that the 5R probability variation is selected is 15%, and the probability that the 5R normal variation is selected is 35%. In other words, the amount of game value given in the special game state is increased (advantageous for the player) in the second special diagram variation display game than in the first special diagram variation display game.
Further, when 10R normal and 5R normal are selected as the special result mode, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is changed to the short-time operation state until 50 special figure variation display games are executed after the special game state is finished. When 10R probability variation, 15R probability variation, and 5R probability variation are selected, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is set to the short-time operation state until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends. Yes.
In addition, the probability that the special result mode is derived in the special figure variation display game is set to, for example, 1 / 309.5 in the low probability state (normal state), and in the high probability state (probability variation state), for example, It is set to 1 / 30.95.

Next, the details of the special game process (step S18) in the timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 7, in the special game process, first, a first start port monitoring process (step S30) is performed for monitoring the winning at the first start winning port 13 and storing various random numbers based on the winning. Next, a second start port monitoring process (step S31) is performed for monitoring the winning to the normal variation winning device 7 serving as the starting winning port and storing various random numbers based on the winning. Subsequently, a count switch monitoring process (step S32) for monitoring the input from the count SW 10c is performed.

  Then, a game branching process (step S33) for selecting a process to be executed based on the acquired game process number based on the acquired game process number is performed. In this game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 0, in order to monitor the change start of the special symbol and to set the special symbol change start or effect setting, or to perform the special figure normal processing A special figure routine process (step S34) for setting necessary information is performed. In the game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 1, the special figure change start process 2 (step S35) is performed. In the special figure change start process 2 (step S35), information related to the change of the special symbol is set. For example, the start memory is decremented by 1 with the execution of the special figure change display game based on the start memory. Perform the process. Further, in the game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 2, the timer for managing the time (fluctuation time, etc.) in the special figure fluctuation display game or the special figure display processing (step A special figure changing process (step S36) for setting information necessary for performing S37) is performed.

  In the game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 3, a special figure display process (step S37) is performed. When the result of the special figure variation display game is a big hit, information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval process (step S38) is set. If the result of the special figure variation display game is out of place, information is set to shift to the special figure routine process (step S34).

  Further, in the game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 4, fanfare / interval processing (step S38) is performed to perform processing such as updating the number of times of opening of the big winning opening in the special game state. In the game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 5, a special winning opening opening process (step S39) is performed. In the special winning opening opening process (step S39), if the special game state is not the final round, information necessary for performing the fanfare / interval process (step S38) is set. If the special game state is the final round, the setting of the command for the end screen of the special game state and the information necessary for performing the winning prize remaining ball processing (step S40) are performed.

  In the game branching process (step S33), when the game process number is 6, the winning prize remaining ball process (step S40) is performed. In this special winning opening remaining ball processing (step S40), when the special gaming state is the final round, it takes time until all the gaming balls remaining in the large winning opening are detected by the count SW 10c after the special winning opening is closed. Set up. In the game branching process (step S33), if the game process number is 7, a big hit end process (step S41) is performed. In this jackpot ending process (step S41), a process for ending the special gaming state is performed, and information necessary for performing the special figure routine process (step S34) is set.

  After performing the above-described processing based on the game processing number, table data saving processing (step S42) is performed. Thereafter, after performing a first special figure fluctuation control process (step S43) for performing processing such as updating of a game processing timer related to the fluctuation control of the first special figure display 8, the fluctuation control of the second special figure display 9 is performed. The second special figure fluctuation control process (step S44) for performing the process such as the update of the game process timer according to is performed, and the special figure game process is terminated.

Next, the first start port monitoring process will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 8, in the first start port monitoring process, first, it is determined whether or not there is a first start prize (step S50).
In the determination of whether or not there is a first start winning (step S50), the determination is made based on the presence or absence of a game ball detection signal output from the first starting port SW13a when there is a first starting winning. If it is determined in step S50 that there is no first start winning (step S50; N), the first start port monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S50 that there is a first start winning (step S50; Y), processing for obtaining the special figure 1 start memory number (step S51) is performed, and the special figure 1 start memory number is obtained. It is determined whether or not the upper limit value (for example, 4) is reached (step S52).

In the determination of whether or not the special figure 1 start memory number is the upper limit value (step S52), if it is determined that the special figure 1 start memory number is the upper limit value (step S52; Y), that is, no more. If the 1 start memory cannot be stored, the first start port monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S52 that the special figure 1 start memory number is not the upper limit value (step S52; N), the special figure 1 start memory number is incremented by 1 (step S53). A process of storing a random number for determining a big hit (step S54) and a process of storing a special figure 1 big hit symbol random number (step S55) are performed.
In the process of storing these various random number values (steps S54 and S55), the process of storing the extracted various random number values in the save area of the various random number values set corresponding to the updated special figure starting stored number. Do. That is, the game control device 30 constitutes first start storage means for storing the right to execute the first variable display game together with the random value based on the winning of the game ball in the first start winning opening 13 (first start winning area). .

Then, the process (step S56) which determines whether a game state is a time saving state is performed. In the determination of whether or not the game is in the short time state (step S56), if it is determined that the gaming state is not in the short time state (step S56; N), the processing for determining whether or not the gaming state is a big hit state (step S57). )I do.
When it is determined whether or not the gaming state is not the big hit state (step S57; N) in the determination of whether or not the big hit state (step S57), FIG. A hold information determination process (step S58) is performed.

And the process (step S59) which sets the decoration special figure holding | maintenance information command displayed on the display part 43a of the liquid crystal display device 43 is performed, the display setting of the special figure 1 holding number in the display part 43a is performed, and the 1st start opening The monitoring process ends.
Further, in the determination of whether or not the gaming state is the short-time state (step S56), if it is determined that the gaming state is the short-time state (step S56; Y), a process of setting a decoration special figure holding information command ( Step S59) is performed. In the determination of whether or not the gaming state is a big hit state (step S57), if it is determined that the gaming state is a big hit state (step S57; Y), a process of setting a decoration special figure hold information command (step S57). Step S59) is performed.
Note that the decorative special figure hold information command is transmitted to the effect control device 40 later as one of the hold information commands including information related to the first start memory.

Next, the special figure 1 hold information determination process performed in the first start port monitoring process will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 9, in this special figure 1 hold information determination process, first, a process (step S60) of acquiring the special figure 1 big hit determination random number value stored in the process of storing the big hit determination random number (step S54). ) To determine whether there is a winning value (step S61).

In the determination of whether or not there is a winning value (step S61), it is determined whether or not the acquired special figure 1 big hit determining random number value matches the big hit determining value. In the determination of whether or not there is a winning value (step S61), if it is determined that there is no winning value (step S61; N), that is, the acquired random number for special figure 1 big hit determination matches the big hit determination value. If not, the special figure 1 deviation information setting process (step S62) is performed.
In the special figure 1 misalignment information setting process (step S62), as a result of determining the special figure 1 big hit determination random value, a special result is not derived in the first special figure fluctuation display game based on the first start memory. Processing to store information and the like is performed.

If it is determined in step S61 whether or not there is a winning value (step S61; Y), that is, the acquired special figure 1 big hit determining random number value is determined as the big hit determining value. If they match, special figure 1 jackpot information setting processing (step S63) is performed.
In the special figure 1 jackpot information setting process (step S63), as a result of determining the special figure 1 big hit determination random value, a special result is derived in the first special figure variation display game based on the first start memory. The process which memorize | stores the information etc. is performed.

Next, the second start port monitoring process will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 10, in the second start port monitoring process, first, it is determined whether or not it is a normal power effective period (step S <b> 70). The term “effective period for normal trains” refers to a period during which the winning of the game ball to the normal variable winning device 7 is valid. The normally variable winning device 7 cannot win game balls in the closed state, and can win game balls only in the open state. Therefore, when the game ball wins in the closed state, it is a case where some abnormality or injustice has occurred, and in such a case, the validity period of the normal power is set to invalidate the win. In addition, since there is a time difference between the inflow of the game ball to the normal variation winning device 7 and the detection of the game ball at the second start port SW7d, the normal power effective period is after the open state and the closed state. This is a predetermined period.
If it is determined that it is not the normal power effective period in the determination as to whether it is the normal power effective period (step S70) (step S70; N), the second start port monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S70 that it is the normal power effective period (step S70; Y), it is determined whether or not there is a second start winning (step S71).

In the determination of whether or not there is a second start prize (step S71), the game ball output from the second start slot SW7d when there is a start prize to the ordinary variable prize winning device 7 forming the second start prize slot. A determination is made based on the presence or absence of a detection signal.
If it is determined in step S71 that there is no second start winning (step S71; N), the second start winning port monitoring process is terminated. Further, in the determination of whether or not there is a second start winning (step S71), if it is determined that there is a second starting winning (step S71; Y), a process for acquiring the special figure 2 start storage number (step S71). S72) is performed, and it is determined (step S73) whether or not the special figure 2 starting storage number is an upper limit value (for example, 4).

In the determination of whether or not the special figure 2 starting memory number is the upper limit value (step S73), if it is determined that the special figure 2 starting memory number is the upper limit value (step S73; Y), that is, no more. If the 2 start memory cannot be stored, the second start winning port monitoring process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S73 that the special figure 2 start memory number is not the upper limit value (step S73; N), the second start memory number is incremented by 1 (step S74), and the special figure 2 is obtained. A process of storing the big hit random number value (step S75) is performed. Then, the process (step S76) which memorize | stores special figure 2 big hit symbol random number is performed.
In the process of storing these various random number values (steps S75 and S76), the process of storing the extracted various random number values in the save area of the various random number values set corresponding to the updated special figure starting stored number. Do. That is, the game control device 30 stores the right to execute the second variable display game together with the random number value based on the winning of the game ball in the second start winning opening (ordinary variable winning device 7, second start winning area). A starting storage means is provided.

Thereafter, a special figure 2 hold information determination process (step S77) for determining the newly generated second start memory is performed. Then, a process of setting a special figure reservation number command (step S78) is performed, the display setting of the special figure 2 number of reservations in the display unit 43a is performed, and the second start winning opening monitoring process is ended.
Note that the decoration special figure hold information command is transmitted to the effect control device 40 later as one of the hold information commands including information related to the second start memory.

Next, the special figure 2 hold information determination process performed in the second start port monitoring process will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 11, in this special figure 2 hold information determination process, first, a process (step S80) of acquiring the special figure 2 big hit determination random number value stored in the process of storing the big hit determination random number (step S54). ) To determine whether there is a winning value (step S81).

In the determination of whether or not there is a winning value (step S81), it is determined whether or not the acquired special figure 2 jackpot determining random number value matches the jackpot determining value. In the determination of whether or not there is a winning value (step S81), if it is determined that there is no winning value (step S81; N), that is, the acquired special figure 2 big hit determination random number value matches the big hit determination value. If not, special figure 2 deviation information setting processing (step S82) is performed.
In the special figure 2 misalignment information setting process (step S82), as a result of determining the special figure 2 jackpot random number, no special result is derived in the second special figure fluctuation display game based on the second start memory. Processing to store information and the like is performed.

If it is determined in step S81 whether or not there is a winning value (step S81; Y), that is, the acquired special figure 2 big hit determination random number value is determined as the big hit determination value. If they match, special figure 2 jackpot information setting processing (step S83) is performed.
In the special figure 2 jackpot information setting process (step S83), a special result is derived in the second special figure fluctuation display game based on the second start memory as a result of the determination of the special figure 2 big hit determination random value. The process which memorize | stores the information etc. is performed.

Next, the special figure routine process performed when the process number is 0 in the special figure game branching process will be described with reference to FIG.
In the special figure normal processing, the start of fluctuation of the special symbol is monitored, and the start of fluctuation of the special symbol is set or the information necessary for performing the special figure normal processing is set.

As shown in FIG. 12, in this special figure routine processing, first, it is determined whether there is any one of the first start memory and the second start memory (step S90).
In the determination of whether or not there is a start memory (step S90), if it is determined that there is a start memory (step S90; Y), a process for determining whether or not the start memory is the first start memory (Step S91) is performed.
If it is determined that the first start memory is stored (step S91; Y), a special figure 1 fluctuation start process (step S92) for setting information related to the first special figure fluctuation display game is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S91 that it is not the first start memory (step S91; N), that is, if it is determined that it is the second start memory, information related to the second special figure variable display game is set. The special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step S93) is performed.
Then, the process (step S94) which memorize | stores the information of a fluctuation | variation start is performed, and a special figure normal process is complete | finished. In the process of storing the information on the start of fluctuation (step S94), the special figure process number is changed to 1, and the special figure fluctuation start process 2 is selected in the next special figure game branching process (see FIG. 7). become.

Further, in the determination of whether or not there is a start memory (step S90), if it is determined that there is no start memory (step S90; N), that is, if neither the first start memory nor the second start memory is present, the customer It is determined whether or not a waiting demo flag is set (step S95).
If it is determined in step S95 that the customer waiting demo flag is set or not (step S95; Y), the special figure routine processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S95 that the customer waiting demo flag is not set (step S95; N), processing for setting the customer waiting demo flag (step S96) is performed, and the customer waiting demo command is set (step S97). ) To finish special figure routine processing.
The customer waiting demonstration command set here is transmitted to the effect control device 40 later. In the production control device 40, for example, based on the reception of the customer waiting demo command, a process of displaying a customer waiting demo image on the display unit 43a of the liquid crystal display device 43 is performed.

Next, the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (step S92) performed in the special figure ordinary process shown in FIG. 12 will be described with reference to FIG.
In the special figure 1 fluctuation start process, information related to the first special figure fluctuation display game is set.

As shown in FIG. 13, in the special figure 1 variation start process, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 big hit is made (step S100). In the determination of whether or not the special figure 1 big hit (step S100), it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 big hit determination random number stored in the first start memory being processed matches the big hit determination value. .
In the determination of whether or not the special figure 1 is a big hit (step S100), if it is determined that it is a big hit (step S100; Y), that is, the special figure 1 big hit determination random value matches the big hit determination value. Performs the special figure 1 big hit information setting process (step S101) for setting the special figure 1 big hit information, and sets the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step S102) for setting the special figure 1 stop symbol of the first special figure variation display game. )I do. In the process of setting special figure 1 jackpot information (step S101), for example, a process of setting a jackpot flag is performed.
If it is determined in step S100 that it is not a big hit (step S100; N), that is, the special figure 1 big hit determination random value does not match the big hit determination value. In this case, the special figure 1 stop symbol setting process (step S102) for setting the special figure 1 stop symbol is performed.

  Subsequently, special symbol 1 symbol data setting processing (step S103) for setting symbol data corresponding to the special symbol 1 stop symbol is performed to set special symbol information which is information set for the first special symbol variable display game. Is performed (step S104), and the special figure 1 fluctuation start process is terminated.

Next, the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (step S93) performed in the special figure ordinary process shown in FIG. 12 will be described with reference to FIG.
In the special figure 2 fluctuation start process, information related to the second special figure fluctuation display game is set.

As shown in FIG. 14, in the special figure 2 variation start process, first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 big hit is made (step S110). In the determination as to whether or not the special figure 2 big hit (step S110), it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 big hit determination random number value stored in the first start memory being processed matches the big hit determination value. .
If it is determined in step S110 that the special figure 2 is a big hit (step S110; Y), that is, the special figure 2 big hit determination random value matches the big hit determination value. Performs the special figure 2 big hit information setting process (step S111) for setting the special figure 2 big hit information, and sets the special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step S112) for setting the special figure 2 stop symbol of the second special figure variation display game. )I do. In the special figure 2 jackpot information set process (step S111), for example, a process of setting a jackpot flag is performed. If it is determined in step S110 that it is not a big hit (step S110; N), that is, the special figure 2 big hit determination random value does not match the big hit determination value. In this case, a special figure 2 stop symbol setting process (step S112) for setting the special figure 2 stop symbol is performed.

  Subsequently, special symbol 2 symbol data setting processing (step S113) for setting symbol data corresponding to the special symbol 2 stop symbol is performed, and special symbol information which is information set for the second special symbol variable display game is set. Is performed (step S114), and the special figure 2 fluctuation start process is terminated.

Next, the special figure change start process 2 performed when the process number is 1 in the special figure game branching process will be described with reference to FIG.
In the special figure variation start process 2, information related to special symbol fluctuations is set.

As shown in FIG. 15, in the special figure fluctuation start process 2, first, a process of determining whether or not the special symbol is fluctuating in the first special figure fluctuation display game (step S120) is performed.
In the determination of whether or not the special symbol is changing (step S120), if it is determined that the special symbol is changing (step S120; Y), the variation pattern of the first special symbol variation display game is determined. As a variation pattern table for this purpose, a process (step S121) for selecting a corresponding variation pattern table (see FIG. 17) is performed.

If it is determined in step S120 whether or not the special symbol is changing (step S120), it is determined that the special symbol is not changing (step S120; N), that is, in the second special figure change display game. If the special symbol is changing, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a specific gaming state (step S122).
Here, if it is determined that the game state is the specific game state (step S122; Y), that is, if the game state is the second high probability state or the short time state, the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game is displayed. A process (step S123) for selecting a specific gaming state variation pattern table (see FIG. 17) as a variation pattern table for determination is performed.
If it is determined that the gaming state is the specific gaming state (step S122), it is determined that the gaming state is not the specific gaming state (step S122; N). In the case of the probability state, a variation pattern table selection process (step S124) for determining a variation pattern (see FIG. 17) of the second special figure variation display game is performed.

Here, the variation pattern table selection process will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
In this variation pattern table selection process, a variation pattern table for determining the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game when the gaming state is not the specific gaming state is selected.

As shown in FIG. 16, in this variation pattern table selection process, first, a process of determining whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability) (step S140) is performed. If it is determined that the probability is not high (step S140; N) in step S140, the variation for determining the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game is determined. A process (step S141) of selecting a normal gaming state variation pattern table (see FIG. 17) is performed as a pattern table.
Further, in the determination of whether or not there is a high probability (step S140), if it is determined that the probability is high (step S140; Y), that is, if the gaming state is the first high probability state, Then, a process of determining whether or not the opening extension function of the normal variation winning device 7 is operating (step S142) is performed.

If it is determined in step S142 whether or not the release extension function is activated (step S142), the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game is determined. As the variation pattern table for performing, a process (step S143) of selecting a variation pattern table (see FIG. 17) in which the gaming state is the first high probability state and the normal variation winning device 7 has an open extension function is performed.
If it is determined in step S142 whether or not the release extension function is activated (step S142), the change pattern of the second special figure variation display game is determined. A process (step S144) of selecting a variation pattern table (see FIG. 17) in which the gaming state is in the first high probability state and the open variation function of the normal variation winning device 7 is not used as the variation pattern table for determining Do.

  The detailed contents of the variation pattern table selected in steps S121, S123, and S124 will be described later (see FIGS. 17 and 18).

Next, a variation pattern setting process (step S125) for setting a variation pattern is performed. In this variation pattern setting process (step S125), a variation pattern is determined based on a variation pattern random number that is a random value for determining the variation pattern (variation mode) stored in the start-up memory. That is, a variation pattern table forming a plurality of determination tables having different determination value settings for determining a random value for determining a variation pattern is set, and the variation pattern table selected in steps S121, S123, and S124 is set. Based on this, the variation pattern is determined.
In determining the fluctuation pattern, the game result (big hit or miss) of the special figure fluctuation display game, the probability state (normal probability state or probability fluctuation state) of the special figure fluctuation display game as the current game state, the current game An appropriate variation pattern is selected according to the operation state (normal operation state or short-time operation state) of the normal variation winning device 7 as the state, the number of start memories, and the like (details will be described later).

  Next, a process of shifting the storage area (step S126) is performed. In the process of shifting the storage area (step S126), the process of shifting various random number save areas in the start-up memory is performed and the process of clearing the empty area after the shift is performed. That is, with the execution of the special figure variation display game relating to the earliest start memory, a process of raising the start memory rank that is put on hold in the subsequent ranks one by one is performed.

Then, as a setting related to the decoration special figure fluctuation display game displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43, a process of setting a decoration special figure fluctuation pattern command (step S127) is performed, and a process of setting a decoration special figure variation command (step S128) is performed. . Thereafter, the special figure holding number (starting memory number) is decremented by 1 (step S129), the special figure holding number command is set (step S130), and the special figure change start process 2 is terminated.
By the end of the special figure change start process 2, the special figure process number is changed to 2, and the special figure changing process is selected in the next special figure game branching process.

  In addition, the command set in the special figure change start process 2 is transmitted to the effect control device 40 later, and the special effect change display game is performed on the liquid crystal display device 43 based on the received command. Various kinds of control such as a process for displaying a special display variation display game corresponding to, and control of effects are performed.

Here, the variation pattern table will be described with reference to FIGS. 17 and 18.
As shown in FIG. 17, the variation pattern table shows the type of gaming state (whether or not there is an open extension function) for the first special figure fluctuation display game (special figure 1) and the second special figure fluctuation display game (special figure 2). Each).
In the first special figure variation display game, when the game state is a normal game state in which the release extension function is not activated, the variation pattern is set to a time that can be varied between 2 seconds and 60 seconds. When the variation pattern table of A is set and the gaming state is the first high probability state in which the release extension function is not activated, the variation pattern table of the variation pattern B with the variation time set to 2 seconds is set and the gaming state In the case of the first high probability state in which the release extension function is activated, the variation pattern table of the variation pattern C in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds is set, and the game state is the specific game in which the release extension function is activated. In the case of the state (the second high probability state or the short time state), a variation pattern table of the variation pattern D in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds or 8 seconds is set.
In the second special figure variation display game, when the game state is a normal game state in which the release extension function is not activated, a variation pattern table of the variation pattern E in which the variation time is set to 8 seconds is set. When the gaming state is the first high probability state in which the release extension function is not activated, the variation pattern table of the variation pattern F in which the variation time is set to 8 seconds is set, and the release state function is activated in the gaming state. In the case of the first high probability state, the variation pattern table of the variation pattern G in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds is set, and the gaming state is a specific gaming state (second high probability state or In the case of a short time state), a variation pattern table of the variation pattern H in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds or 8 seconds is set.

  As a result, in a state where the opening extension function of the normal variation winning device 7 is operating after the end of the predetermined special gaming state, the specific gaming state (second high probability state or In the short time state), the special figure variation display game is executed with a variation pattern in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds or 8 seconds, while in the first high probability state in which the player can guess the current game state, The special figure variation display game is executed with the variation pattern in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds. That is, the game control device 30 constitutes a variable display game execution control means for controlling the progress of a plurality of variable display games, and when the game is being executed in the state estimation difficult mode (specific game state), the variable display game Is different between the second high-probability state and the short-time state.

  Also, in the second special figure fluctuation display game, in the normal game state, the special figure fluctuation display game is executed with a fluctuation pattern in which the fluctuation time is set to 8 seconds in the same manner as the fluctuation time in the specific gaming state. Will be. In other words, when the game is executed in the normal gaming state in the state inferable mode, the game control device 30 performs the second start memory when the special figure variation display game based on the second start memory is executed. The special figure fluctuation display game based on is executed in a fluctuation mode in which a specific fluctuation time (8 seconds) is defined.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 18, the distribution rate of the variation time in the specific gaming state, that is, the second high probability state or the short time state, is as follows. There is a high probability that a longer variation time is selected compared to the short-time state.
Specifically, in the second high probability state, the probability that 2 seconds is selected as the variation time is 6/10, and the probability that 8 seconds is selected as the variation time is 4/10. On the other hand, in the short time state, the probability that 2 seconds is selected as the variation time is 8/10, and the probability that 8 seconds is selected as the variation time is 2/10.
As a result, as shown in FIG. 19, in the second high probability state (the gaming state in which the high probability state is hidden), the special figure variation display game with a variation time of 8 seconds is executed more frequently than in the short time state. As a result, the player can easily recognize that the high-probability state is a hidden game state.
In other words, the game control device 30 has specified a specific variation time (8 seconds) among a plurality of variation modes when a game is being executed in the second high probability state (second state estimation difficulty mode). A variation mode is selected at a higher rate than a variation mode in which a variation time (2 seconds) other than a specific variation time is defined.

In the second high-probability state or the short-time state, when a special figure variation display game with a variation time of 8 seconds is executed, a special effect (predetermined effect) is performed using the liquid crystal display device 43 or a movable accessory. You may do it. That is, the effect control device 40 displays a special effect on the display unit 43 a of the liquid crystal display device 43 in accordance with the control signal from the game control device 30.
In addition, after limiting the number of times in the special effect and performing the predetermined number of times, it may be notified that the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state in the second high probability state. In the short time state, after that, the special figure fluctuation display game having a fluctuation time of 8 seconds may not be executed.
Here, the game control device 30 and the effect control device 40 are in a state in which a game is being executed in the second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state), and a specific variation time is defined among a plurality of variation modes. When the changed variation mode is selected, a predetermined effect control means for executing a predetermined effect in the specific change time is provided.

In the second high probability state, the reach state (described later) in the special figure variation display game has a higher probability of becoming a special (SP) reach with a higher expectation than the short-time state.
Specifically, when the variation time of 2 seconds is selected in the second high probability state, there is no reach (that is, no reach) as the type of reach (described later) in the special figure variation display game. Is set to 100%, but when a variation time of 8 seconds is selected, the probability of no reach in the special figure variation display game is set to 5%, and the normal reach is set. The probability of becoming a normal reach is set to 10%, the probability of becoming a special (SP) reach 1 is set to 20%, the probability of becoming a special (SP) reach 2 is set to 25%, and the special (SP) reach is set. The probability of 3 is set to 40%.
On the other hand, when the variation time of 2 seconds is selected in the short time state, the probability of no reach in the special figure variation display game is set to 100%, whereas the variation time of 8 seconds is set. Is selected, the probability of no reach in the special figure variation display game is set to 30%, the probability of normal reach that is a normal reach is set to 25%, and the special (SP) reach 1 is set. Is set to 20%, the probability of special (SP) reach 2 is set to 15%, and the probability of special (SP) reach 3 is set to 10%.
As described above, the game control device 30 selects a variation mode in which a specific variation time (8 seconds) is defined in a state where the game is being executed in the second high probability state (second state estimation difficulty mode). In such a case, the control is performed so that the ratio at which the special figure variation display game is in the reach state is higher than the ratio at which the game is in a state other than the reach state.

  When the second special figure variation display game is executed in the normal gaming state where the release extension function is not activated in the gaming state, the variation time distribution rate is the variation time distribution rate in the second high probability state ( This is almost the same as in FIG. As a result, in the second special figure fluctuation display game executed at a low frequency, when the special figure fluctuation display game is in the reach state, the probability that the special (SP) reach with higher expectation will be increased. Yes.

  Here, the reach (reach state) includes the liquid crystal display device 43 whose display state can be changed, and the liquid crystal display device 43 derives and displays a plurality of display results at different times, and the plurality of display results. In the gaming machine 100 in which the gaming state becomes a gaming state advantageous to the player (special gaming state) when the game becomes a predetermined special result mode, some of the plurality of display results have not yet been derived and displayed. A display state in which a display result that has already been derived and displayed at a stage satisfies a condition that becomes a special result mode. In other words, the reach state refers to the display condition that is a special result mode even when the display control result of the liquid crystal display device 43 is advanced and the display result is derived and displayed. A display mode that is not deviated. For example, a state where so-called full-rotation reach is performed in a variable display region while maintaining a state in which special result modes are aligned (so-called full rotation reach) is also included in the reach state. The reach state is a display state at the time when the display control of the liquid crystal display device 43 progresses to reach a stage before the display result is derived and displayed, and is determined before the display result is derived and displayed. The display state in the case where at least a part of the display results of the plurality of variable display areas that are displayed satisfies the conditions for the special result mode.

  Thus, for example, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43 corresponding to the special figure fluctuation display game has a plurality of predetermined times in each of the left, middle, and right fluctuation display areas in the liquid crystal display device 43. When the identification information is displayed in a variable manner and then the variable display is stopped and displayed in the order of left, right, and middle, and the result mode is displayed, the conditions for the special result mode are satisfied in the left and right variable display areas. A state in which the variable display is stopped in a state (for example, the same identification information) is a reach state. In addition to this, when the variable display of all the variable display areas is temporarily stopped, the condition that the special result mode is satisfied in any two of the left, middle, and right variable display areas (for example, the same The state in which the identification information is obtained (except for the special result mode) may be set as the reach state, and the remaining one variable display area may be variably displayed from the reach state. The reach state includes a plurality of reach effects, and the possibility of deriving a special result form is different (reliability is different). As the reach effects, normal reach, special reach 1 (SP1 reach), special reach 2 ( SP2 reach) is set. The reliability increases in the order of no reach <normal reach <special reach 1 (SP1 reach) <special reach 2 (SP2 reach). In addition, this reach state is included in a variable display mode at least in a case where a special result mode is derived in a special figure variable display game (when a big hit is achieved). In other words, when it is determined that the special result mode is not derived in the special figure variable display game (when it is out of date), it may be included in the variable display mode. Therefore, the state in which the reach state has occurred is a state that is more likely to be a big hit than the case in which the reach state does not occur.

As a result of such processing, the special figure change display game is displayed on the first special figure display 8 or the second special figure display 9 after the identification information is displayed in a variable manner for a predetermined time and then stopped. In addition, a decoration special figure variation display game corresponding to a special figure variation display game in which a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) are variably displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43 is executed.
That is, the game control device 30 serves as a variable display game execution control means capable of controlling the execution of the special figure variable display game based on the start-up memory. More specifically, as the first execution control means for controlling the execution of the first special figure fluctuation display game based on the first start memory, and the second special figure fluctuation display game based on the second start memory. It functions as a second execution control means for performing control.

Next, the decorative special figure variation display game in each gaming state will be described with reference to FIGS.
In the normal gaming state, as shown in FIG. 20 (a), as a decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the first special figure fluctuation display game executed when a game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, On the liquid crystal display device 43, a game in which a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) are variably displayed to match the designs is played. And according to the result of a 1st special figure fluctuation display game, a predetermined stop result mode is displayed.
Further, as a decorative special figure variation display game corresponding to the second special figure variation display game executed when the game ball wins the normal variation prize winning device 7, as shown in FIG. Then, a battle-type game in which predetermined characters are played against each other is performed at a substantially central portion of the display screen. In addition, a game in the form of matching symbols is displayed at the corner of the display screen. And according to the result of a 2nd special figure fluctuation display game, while displaying the victory or defeat of a battle, a predetermined stop result aspect is displayed.

In the normal gaming state, a hold display based on the start-up memory is displayed on the lower side of the display screen (see FIGS. 21A to 21E). At this time, the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 are set so that the player can distinguish the first hold display g1 based on the first start memory and the second hold display g2 based on the second start memory. Each is represented by a circled number.
Since the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 only need to be distinguishable by the player, the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 may be represented by different colors.

Further, in the first high probability state or the specific game state, when the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is the short-time operation state, as shown in FIG. The display screens are displayed separately for the decoration special figure fluctuation display game according to the first special figure fluctuation display game and the decoration special figure fluctuation display game according to the second special figure fluctuation display game. Specifically, the production control device 40 controls the liquid crystal display device 43 to display the first special display variation display game on the upper side of the display screen according to the first special illustration variation display game. Let the area A1 be a lower side of the display screen, and a second variable display game display area A2 for displaying a decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game.
In addition, a hold display area A3 for displaying a hold display based on the start-up memory is set between the first change display game display area A1 and the second change display game display area A2. In the hold display area A3, a first hold display g1 based on the first start memory and a second hold display g2 based on the second start memory are displayed separately. For example, in the first variation display game display area A1 and the second variation display game display area A2, the display is such that an area in which the decoration special figure variation display game is executed next is indicated by an upward or downward arrow. Yes.

That is, the effect control device 40 performs display control of the display unit 43 a of the liquid crystal display device 43 in accordance with the control signal from the game control device 30. Here, the production control device 40 and the game control device 30 constitute display control means.
In addition, based on the establishment of the predetermined condition, the production control device 40 has a first variation display game display area A1 for displaying a decorative special figure variation display game based on the first start memory as a display area of the display unit, and a second start. Between the second variation display game display area A2 for displaying the decoration special figure variation display game based on the memory and the first variation display game display area A1 and the second variation display game display area A2, the first start memory is stored. Control is performed to set a hold display area A3 for displaying the first hold display g1 based and the second hold display g2 based on the second start-up memory. Here, the predetermined condition is the occurrence of the first high probability state or the specific gaming state (second high probability state or short time state), more specifically, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 in the gaming state is short time operation. It is established based on the state.
Further, the effect control device 40 controls the display mode of the hold display area A3 according to the control signal from the game control device 30. Here, the production control device 40 and the game control device 30 constitute a holding display area control means. Furthermore, the production control device 40 causes the hold display area A3 to display the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 in a distinguishable manner.

Here, an example of the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43 in the specific game state will be described with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 22 (a), in the first variation display game display area A1, a decoration that displays various types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) in a variable manner based on the first start memory. A special figure change display game is displayed. At this time, the first start memory and the second start memory are sequentially stored one by one. In the hold display area A3, the first hold display g1 based on the first start memory and the second hold based on the second start memory are stored. The display g2 is displayed in order from the left. Moreover, the 1st character which performs a battle is displayed on 2nd fluctuation display game display area A2.
Then, after the identification information is variably displayed for a predetermined time in the first variation display game display area A1, a predetermined stop result mode is displayed according to the result of the first special figure variation display game (FIG. 22B). reference).

  Then, based on the next first start-up memory, the decorative special-figure variation display game is executed in the first variation display game display area A1 in the same manner as described above (see FIGS. 22C and 22D). ). At this time, since the second start memory is stored next to the first start memory, the second character performing a battle with the first character appears in the second variable display game display area A2, and the second The background screen of the two-variable display game display area A2 is changed to a display corresponding to the battle (see FIG. 22C). This notifies the player that the next decorative special figure variation display game is executed in the second variation display game display area A2, that is, a sign of a battle.

After the identification information is variably displayed for a predetermined time in the first variation display game display area A1, after a predetermined stop result mode is displayed according to the result of the first special figure variation display game (see FIG. 22 (d)). ) The battle between the first character and the second character is started in the second variation display game display area A2 (see FIG. 23A). At this time, in the right corner of the second variation display game display area A2, a game is displayed in a format that matches symbols substantially equivalent to the decoration special diagram variation display game corresponding to the first special diagram variation display game.
Here, for example, the content of the battle is based on the result of the second special figure variation game, and the possibility that a special result mode is derived in the second special figure fluctuation game (reliability is different) reach effect ( For example, normal reach, special reach 1, special reach 2, special reach 3, etc.) are appropriately selected and executed.
When the first character wins in the battle between the first character and the second character after the game in which the symbols are combined is reached, see FIG. 23 (b) and FIG. 23 (c). ), The result mode of the decoration special figure variation display game becomes a special result mode (for example, “7, 7, 7”) (see FIG. 23D).

Here, the notification mode of the probability state of the special figure variation display game will be described with reference to FIGS. 24 (a) and 24 (b).
As shown in FIGS. 24 (a) and 24 (b), the notification of the probability state of the special figure fluctuation display game is, for example, a decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the special figure fluctuation display game after the end of the big hit state. This is done by changing the background screen of the first variation display game display area A1.
Specifically, when the probability state of the special figure variation display game is notified (with state notification), the background of the first variation display game display area A1 is used for the probability variation state as shown in FIG. When the background screen b1 is used and the probability state of the special figure variation display game is not notified (no state notification), the background of the first variation display game display area A1 is set to the short-time state as shown in FIG. A background screen b2 for use.

Next, game transition will be described with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 25, in the normal gaming state, when a big hit is made in the first special figure variable display game executed when the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, In response, the mode shifts to either mode A or mode B.

Specifically, when the jackpot is a jackpot of 10R probability change that becomes the first high probability state after the end of the special gaming state, derivation of the next special result mode after the short-time operation state of the normal variable winning device 7 ends the special gaming state The probability state of the special figure variation display game becomes a probability variation state (high probability state).
In this gaming state, an ornamental special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the first special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the first fluctuation display game display area A1 on the upper side (upper screen) of the liquid crystal display device 43, and the lower side (lower side). The decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the second fluctuation display game display area A2 of the screen. Further, by setting the background of the first variation display game display area A1 (upper screen) as the background screen b1 for the probability variation state, it is notified that the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state (FIG. 24). (See (a)). Furthermore, the stage displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 (lower screen) is set as a predetermined stage A (for example, the stage where the main character plays an active role), and a decoration feature corresponding to the second special figure variation display game is displayed. The figure change display game is executed.

Also, when the jackpot is in the special gaming state after the end of the special gaming state, that is, when the jackpot is in the 10R probability change that becomes the second high probability state after the end of the special gaming state, the short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is special. After the end of the gaming state, it continues until the next special result mode is derived (with support), and the probability state of the special figure variation display game becomes the probability variation state (high probability state). Further, in the case of a 10R normal big hit where the big hit becomes the short-time state after the end of the special game state, the short-time operation state of the normal variable winning device 7 continues until 50 special figure change display games are executed after the special game state ends. However, the probability state of the special figure variation display game becomes the normal probability state (low probability state).
In these gaming states, in the same manner as in the above case, the decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the first special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the first fluctuation display game display area A1 on the upper side (upper screen) of the liquid crystal display device 43. In addition to the display, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the second (lower screen) second fluctuation display game display area A2. Also, by setting the background of the first variation display game display area A1 (upper screen) as the background screen b2 for the short time state, whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state or not, the normal probability state (low probability) State) is not notified (see FIG. 24B). Furthermore, the stage displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 (lower screen) is set as a predetermined stage B (for example, a stage where the sub character is active), and a decoration feature corresponding to the second special figure variation display game is displayed. The figure change display game is executed.

Next, the transition of the first special figure variation display game in mode A or mode B will be described.
When the reach of the first special figure variable display game is confirmed during the game in the mode A or the mode B, the screen displayed in the first variable display game display area A1 (upper screen) is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43. After being displayed on the entire display screen, a predetermined notice effect is performed to generate a reach state.
The reach state may be generated without displaying the screen displayed in the first variation display game display area A1 in full screen.
Then, when the first special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, for example, after reaching a reach state equal to or greater than Special Reach 2 (SP2 reach), the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is set as a special result mode. Transition to the big hit state.

Next, the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode A and mode B will be described with reference to FIG.
First, the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode A will be described.
When a reach is generated in the second special figure variable display game while playing in the mode A, the screen (for example, the screen of the stage A) displayed in the second variable display game display area A2 (lower screen) is displayed. It is displayed on the entire display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43. When the reach of the second special figure variation display game is confirmed, a battle effect 1 in which a specific character (for example, a main character) battles a predetermined character (for example, a small fish character) is performed, and the battle is performed. Win the game and display the reach screen on the display screen.
The reach state may be generated without displaying the screen displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 in full screen.

Thereafter, when the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, the battle is performed through battle effect 2 in which a specific character battles with a predetermined character (for example, a middle boss character whose relative rank is higher than that of a small fish character). Regardless of whether or not to perform, a battle effect 3 is performed in which a specific character battles against a predetermined character (for example, a large boss character having the highest relative rank than the middle boss character). Here, when going through the battle effect 2, the big hit is fixed by winning the battle.
Then, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit of 15R probability change, the battle effect 3 is won and the game is shifted to the big hit state, and after the 15R cycle game, the mode A is shifted to. .
In addition, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a 5R probability change or a 5R normal big hit, the game is defeated in the battle effect 3 and shifts to the big hit state, and after the 5R cycle game, the mode B Migrate to

Next, the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode B will be described.
When a reach is generated in the second special figure variation display game while playing in the mode B, the screen (for example, the screen of the stage B) displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 (lower screen) is displayed. It is displayed on the entire display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43. When the reach of the second special figure variation display game is confirmed, a battle effect 1 in which a specific character (for example, a sub character) battles a predetermined character (for example, a small fish character) is performed, and the battle is performed. Win the game and display the reach screen on the display screen.
The reach state may be generated without displaying the screen displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 in full screen.

After that, when the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, a specific character becomes a predetermined character (for example, via a predetermined effect 1 or a final effect 2 for another character (for example, the main character)). , A battle effect 3 is played against the large boss character having the highest relative rank.
Here, the confirmed effect 1 and the confirmed effect 2 perform any effect according to the type of jackpot of the second special figure fluctuation display game described later.
Then, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit of 15R probability change, as in the case of the mode A, the battle effect 3 wins the battle and shifts to the big hit state, and the 15R cycle game After that, the mode shifts to mode A. In addition, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a 5R probability change or a 5R normal big hit, the game is defeated in the battle effect 3 and shifts to the big hit state, and after the 5R cycle game, the mode B Migrate to

  The contents of the above-described effects are merely examples, and can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. For example, when the result of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a special result, the game is changed in the same manner as the transition of the first special figure fluctuation display game in mode A or mode B (see FIG. 25). Alternatively, when the result of the first special figure variation display game is a special result, the game proceeds in a manner substantially similar to the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode A or mode B (see FIG. 26). May be transitioned.

  As described above, according to the gaming machine of the first embodiment, a plurality of pieces of identification information are variably displayed based on the winning of a game ball in the starting winning opening (the first starting winning opening 13, the normal variable winning device 7). A player who has a display unit capable of displaying a figure change display game (first special figure display 8, second special figure display 9), and the result of the special figure change display game is a special result. A game control means (game control device 30) for generating a special gaming state advantageous to the game machine, and for generating a gaming state in which a probability that the next special gaming state will occur is higher than the normal state after the completion of the predetermined special gaming state. , The game control means (game control device 30) includes a game state execution control means for executing a game in any one of a plurality of game states, and a plurality of special figure variation displays. Control how the game progresses The game state execution control means includes a variable display game execution control means (game control device 30), and the game state execution control means is a state estimation difficulty mode in which the player is informed of the current game state with difficulty in guessing ( It includes state estimation difficulty mode execution control means (game control device 30) for executing a game in a specific gaming state (second high probability state, short time state), and gives a predetermined game value to the player in the state estimation difficulty mode A possible first state estimation difficult mode (short-time state) and a second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state) capable of giving a player a higher game value than the first state estimation difficulty mode. When the game is executed in the state estimation difficulty mode (specific game state; second high probability state, time reduction state) by the state estimation difficulty mode execution control means, It is adapted to vary the progression aspect of the dynamic display game.

Therefore, in the state estimation difficulty mode, a first state estimation difficulty mode (time-short state) in which a predetermined game value can be given to the player, and a game value higher than the first state estimation difficulty mode can be given to the player A second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state), and when the game is being executed in a state estimation difficulty mode (specific game state) in which the player informs the current game state that it is difficult to guess Furthermore, since the progress mode of the special figure variation display game is different between the first state estimation difficulty mode (time-short state) and the second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state), The player can guess the current game state, and it is possible to realize a novel notification effect of a latent state in which the probability of the special figure variation display game is normal or high, or is unclear.
In addition, even if the player is in a state in which the current game state is difficult to distinguish, the game can be enjoyed while having a sense of expectation by continuing to play the game, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In addition, each execution mode of the special figure fluctuation display game is defined by a plurality of fluctuation modes for executing the special figure fluctuation display game in a predetermined fluctuation time, and the fluctuation display game execution control means (game control device 30) When a game is being executed in the second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state) by the estimation difficulty mode execution control means, a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined among a plurality of variation modes is specified. The change time other than the change time is selected at a higher rate than the specified change mode.

  Therefore, when the game is executed in the second state estimation difficult mode (second high probability state) in which a higher game value can be given to the player than in the first state estimation difficulty mode (short time state), a plurality of variations Among the modes, the mode of variation in which the specific variation time is defined is selected at a higher rate than the variation mode in which the variation time other than the specific variation time is defined, so the second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability) In the state), it is possible to increase the possibility that the special figure variation display game will be executed in a variation manner in which a specific variation time is defined. The player can make a guess.

  Further, the variation display game execution control means is a state in which a game is being executed in the second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state) by the state estimation difficulty mode execution control means, and among the plurality of variation modes, When a variation mode in which the variation time is defined is selected, predetermined effect control means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) is provided that executes a predetermined effect in the specific variation time.

Therefore, in the state where the game is being executed in the second state estimation difficult mode (second high probability state) in which a higher game value can be given to the player than in the first state estimation difficulty mode (short time state), a plurality of fluctuations In the second state estimation difficult mode (second high probability state), when a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined is selected among the modes, a predetermined effect is executed in the specific variation time. When the special figure variation display game is executed in a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined, an effective presentation can be performed. Thereby, a player can have a feeling of expectation, and the interest of the game can be improved.
Further, the current game state can be easily guessed by the player by the variation mode and the predetermined effect.

  Further, the variation display game execution control means (game control device 30) has a plurality of variations in a state in which the game is being executed in the second state estimation difficulty mode (second high probability state) by the state estimation difficulty mode execution control means. When a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined among the modes is selected, control is performed so that the rate at which the special figure variation display game is in the reach state is higher than the rate at which the game is in a state other than the reach state.

  Therefore, in the state where the game is being executed in the second state estimation difficult mode (second high probability state) in which a higher game value can be given to the player than in the first state estimation difficulty mode (short time state), a plurality of fluctuations When a variation mode with a specific variation time is selected from among the modes, the ratio at which the special figure variation display game is in the reach state is controlled to be higher than the ratio at which the game is in a state other than the reach state. In the second state estimation difficult mode (second high probability state), it is possible to increase the possibility that the special figure variation display game will reach the reach state, thereby making the player have a sense of expectation, The interest of the game can be improved.

  The start winning opening includes a first start winning opening 13 and a second start winning opening that can be converted into a closed state in which a game ball cannot be received and an open state in which a game ball can be received. A first start storage means (game control device 30) for storing the right to execute the special figure variation display game based on the winning of the game ball at the winning opening 13 as a first starting storage, and a second starting winning opening And a second start storage means (game control device 30) for storing the right to execute the special figure variation display game based on the winning of the game ball to the predetermined upper limit number as a second start storage, and a game state execution control means (Game control device 30) is a state inferable mode execution control means (game control device 30) for executing a game in a state predictable mode in which the player can predict the current game state among a plurality of game states. Further including The state inferable mode includes a normal gaming state, a probability variation gaming state (first high probability state) in which a probability that the next special gaming state will occur after the end of the predetermined special gaming state is higher than the normal gaming state, The second start memory stored in the second start storage means (game control device 30) in a state in which a game is being executed in the normal game state of the state inference enable mode by the state inference enable mode execution control means. When the variation display game based on is executed, the variation display game based on the second start-up memory is executed in a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined.

  Therefore, when the variable display game based on the second start memory is executed in the state in which the game is being executed in the normal game state in the state inferable mode, the special figure variable display game based on the second start memory is specified. Is executed in a variation mode in which the variation time is defined, the second state estimation difficulty mode (the second state estimation mode) in which the current game state can give a player a higher game value than the first state estimation difficulty mode (normal gaming state). (2 high probability state), the player can have a sense of expectation, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In addition, a variation having a display unit capable of displaying a special figure variation display game for variably displaying a plurality of pieces of identification information based on a winning of a game ball in a starting winning opening (first starting winning opening 13, normal variation winning apparatus 7). In the gaming machine 100 that includes the liquid crystal display device 43 and generates a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player when the result of the special figure variation display game is a special result, the start winning opening is the first starting winning opening (first A starting winning opening 13) and a second starting winning opening that can be converted into a closed state in which the game ball cannot be received and an open state in which the game ball can be received. Based on the winning, the first starting storage means (game control device 30) for storing the right to execute the special figure variation display game as the first starting memory up to a predetermined upper limit number, and based on the winning of the game ball to the second starting winning opening The right to run the special figure display game Based on the right to execute the second figure storage display game stored in the second start storage means and the second start storage means, the second start storage means (game control device 30) storing up to a predetermined upper limit number as two start memories Fluctuation display game execution control means (game control device 30) for executing a special figure change display game, and display control means (effect control device 40, game control device 30) for executing display control of the display unit are provided. The control means includes a first variation display game display area A1 for displaying a decoration special figure variation display game based on the first start memory and a decoration based on the second start memory as display areas of the display unit based on establishment of the predetermined condition. Between the second variation display game display area A2 for displaying the special figure variation display game and the first variation display game display area A1 and the second variation display game display area A2, the first start storage means (game The first hold display g1 based on the first start memory stored in the control device 30) and the second hold display g2 based on the second start memory stored in the second start storage means (game control device 30) are displayed in order of winning. Holding display area control means (effect control device 40, game control device 30) for setting the hold display area A3 to be set and controlling the display mode of the hold display area A3. The game control device 30) displays the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 in the hold display area A3 in a distinguishable manner.

Accordingly, as the display area of the display unit 43a of the liquid crystal display device 43, the first variation display game display area A1 for displaying the decoration special figure variation display game based on the first start memory and the decoration special map variation based on the second start memory. Since the second variation display game display area A2 for displaying the display game is set, the decoration special map variation display game based on the first start memory and the decoration special map variation display game based on the second start memory are displayed separately. It is possible to set the display mode of a special display variation display game that is not possible in the past.
Further, as the display area of the display unit 43a of the liquid crystal display device 43, the first hold display g1 and the first hold display g1 based on the first start memory are provided between the first variable display game display area A1 and the second variable display game display area A2. 2 The hold display area A3 for displaying the second hold display g2 based on the start-up memory is set in order of winning, and the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 are displayed in the hold display area A3 so as to be distinguishable. 2. Even if the start-up memory is not preferentially used, the special-figure display game to be executed in the future (decorative special-figure display game being displayed) is based on the first start-up memory or the second start-up memory It is possible to provide an easy-to-understand hold display that allows the player to easily recognize whether it is a thing.
Therefore, in the gaming machine 100 equipped with the first start winning port 13 and the normal variation winning device 7 as the start winning port, it is possible to realize a novel hold display mode and a display mode of the decorative special figure variable display game.

  In addition, based on the end of a predetermined special game state, a specific game in which the time during which the normal variation winning device 7 is converted to the open state is changed from the first release time to a second release time longer than the first release time. Game state control means (game control device 30) for generating a state, and normal variation winning device operation control means (game control device 30) for controlling the open / closed state conversion operation of the normal variation winning device 7; Is established based on the occurrence of a specific game state by the game state control means (game control device 30).

  Accordingly, since the predetermined condition relating to the setting of the display area of the display unit 43a of the liquid crystal display device 43 is established based on the occurrence of the specific gaming state after the end of the predetermined special gaming state, the normal variation winning device 7 is opened. A state in which a game ball is likely to win a second start winning opening due to the occurrence of a specific gaming state in which the time converted to the state is changed from the first opening time to a second opening time longer than the first opening time. In the event that the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 are displayed in a distinguishable manner in the hold display area A3, even if the second start-up memory is not preferentially executed, It is possible for the player to easily recognize whether the special figure variation display game (decoration special figure variation display game being displayed) is based on the first start memory or the second start memory.

In the embodiment described above, the distribution rate of the variation time of the special figure variation display game is changed between the second high probability state and the short time state. For example, FIG. 27 (a) and FIG. 27 (b) As shown in the figure, the special symbol variation time may be the same, and the special symbol stop display time after the variation display, that is, the distribution rate of the special symbol variation display game interval may be varied.
Specifically, in the second high probability state, the probability that 1 second is selected as the stop display time is 6/10, and the probability that 2 seconds is selected as the stop display time is 4/10. On the other hand, in the short time state, the probability that 1 second is selected as the stop display time is 8/10, and the probability that 2 seconds is selected as the stop display time is 2/10.
As a result, as shown in FIG. 27 (b), in the second high probability state (the gaming state in which the high probability state is latent), the stop display time is set to 2 seconds compared to the short time state, and the following special figure variation display is performed. The game is executed at a high frequency, and it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize that the high probability state is a hidden game state.

[Embodiment 2]
The gaming machine 100 according to the second embodiment will be described below with reference to FIGS.
Note that the gaming machine 100 of the second embodiment has substantially the same configuration as the gaming machine 100 of the first embodiment except for the points described below, and the description thereof is omitted.

First, the gaming state of the gaming machine 100 of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 28 shows an example of a state transition diagram for explaining the gaming state of the gaming machine 100.
As a gaming state of the gaming machine 100, a normal gaming state, a special figure 1 big hit state, a special figure 2 big hit state, a probability variation state, a latent state, and a time-short state are set.

The normal game state is a game state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is a normal operation state without open extension and the probability state of the special figure variable display game is a normal probability state (low probability state).
In this normal game state, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed based on the first start memory or the second start memory, and a special result is obtained as a result of the special figure fluctuation display game. When the mode is derived (when the big hit condition is satisfied), the state shifts to the special figure 1 big hit state or the special figure 2 big hit state, and enters the special gaming state.

The special figure 1 big hit state and the special figure 2 big hit state are states in which a special game state that can give a predetermined game value to the player is being executed.
Special figure 1 The big hit state includes 2R probability changes in which the number of rounds in the special game state is 2 rounds and the game state is the probability change state (high probability) until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends. There are 11 rounds in the gaming state, 11R probability change (two types depending on the presence / absence of state notification), and a special change state (high probability) until the next special result mode is derived after the end of the special gaming state. The number of rounds in the gaming state is 11 rounds, and the normal variation winning device 7 is set to 11R normal for a short time operation state until the special figure variation display game is executed 50 times after the special gaming state ends. Yes.

  The big hit state of 2R probability change is, for example, by opening the opening / closing door 10a of the special variable winning device 10, and a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls are won in the big winning opening, or a predetermined time from the opening of the big winning opening. A cycle game is performed in which one round of opening the grand prize opening is achieved until one of the conditions (for example, 3 seconds) elapses, and this is repeated two rounds. In addition, after the 2R probability change big hit state is finished, a predetermined method is used to notify that the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (with state notification), and the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is released. Transitions to an operating state without extension.

The big hit state of 11R probability change is, for example, by opening the open / close door 10a of the special variable prize apparatus 10, and a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls are won in the big prize opening or a predetermined time from the opening of the big prize opening. (For example, 20 seconds) elapses until one of the conditions has been achieved. One round is to open the grand prize opening, and this is repeated for 11 rounds. It can be acquired.
In addition, two types of 11R probability change big hit states are set depending on whether or not the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability) or a normal probability state (low probability). After the end of the big hit state of 11R probability change, when there is a notification of the probability state of the special figure variation display game (with state notification), it shifts to the probability variation state and there is no notification of the probability state of the special figure variation display game (Without status notification), the state shifts to a latent state.
Further, after the end of the big hit state of 11R probability change, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 shifts to the operation state with open extension.

In the 11R normal big hit state, for example, the open / close door 10a of the special variable winning device 10 is opened, and a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls wins the big winning opening, Opening the grand prize opening until one of the conditions (e.g., 20 seconds) has elapsed since the opening of the mouth has been achieved is one round, and this is repeated for 11 rounds. It is possible to get 1000 balls.
In addition, after the end of the 11R normal big hit state, the normal variation winning is not performed without notifying whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state (high probability) or the normal probability state (low probability). The operating state of the device 7 shifts to an operating state with open extension (latent state).

  Therefore, in the 11R normal big hit state and the 11R probability change big hit state (no state notification), the state shifts to a latent state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is not notified. In this latent state, in the case of 11R normal, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is set to the short-time operation state until 50 special figure variation display games are executed, whereas in the case of 11R probability variation, the normal variation The operating state of the winning device 7 is set to the short-time operating state (probability variation state) until the next special result mode is derived.

  The special figure 2 big hit state is a state in which a special game state in which a predetermined game value can be given to the player is being executed. Also, in the special figure 2 big hit state, the number of rounds in the special game state is 2 rounds, and after the special game state ends, the operation state of the normal variable winning device 7 is shortened until 50 special figure fluctuation display games are executed. 2R normal to be in the operating state, 2R rounds in the special gaming state, 2R probability change in which the gaming state is the probability variation state (high probability) until the next special result mode is derived, and the number of rounds in the special gaming state is 15R probability change (two types depending on the opening pattern of the big prize opening) that makes the game state a probability change state (high probability) until the next special result mode is derived after the end of the special game state in 15 rounds, and a round in the special game state The number of rounds is 15 rounds, and the normal variation winning device 7 is set to 15R normal state for a short time operation state until 50 special figure variation display games are executed after the special game state is completed. .

  The big hit state of 2R probability change is the same as in the special figure 1 big hit state, but after the big hit state of 2R probability change, it shifts to the probability change state, and further, the operation state of the normal variable winning device 7 is open and extended. Transition to the operating state.

  In the 2R normal big hit state, for example, the open / close door 10a of the special variable winning device 10 is opened, and a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls are won in the big winning opening, or a predetermined time from the opening of the big winning opening. A cycle game is performed in which one round of opening the grand prize opening is achieved until one of the conditions (for example, 3 seconds) elapses, and this is repeated two rounds. In addition, after the 2R normal big hit state is ended, the fact that the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the normal probability state (low probability state) is notified by a predetermined method (with state notification), and the state shifts to the short time state. .

  Two types of 15R probability change big hit states are set according to the opening pattern of the big prize opening. Specifically, the time from the opening of the big winning opening to the closing in each round is set to a longer time (for example, 25 seconds). 15R (1) probability change big hit state and 15R (2) probability change big hit state set to a shorter time (for example, 3 seconds) from the opening to closing of the big prize opening in each round is there.

  The 15R (1) jackpot state of probability change is, for example, when the opening / closing door 10a of the special variable winning device 10 is opened, and a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls are won in the big winning opening, or the big winning opening is opened. Opening the grand prize opening until one of the predetermined time (for example, 25 seconds) has been achieved is defined as one round, and this is repeated for 15 rounds. It is possible to earn a ball. In addition, after the big hit state of 15R (1) probability change ends, the state shifts to the probability change state.

  15R (2) is a big hit state of probability variation, for example, the opening / closing door 10a of the special variable prize winning device 10 is opened, and a predetermined number (for example, nine) of game balls are won in the big prize opening or the big prize opening is opened. Opening the grand prize opening until one of the conditions (e.g., 3 seconds) elapses has been achieved is one round, and this is repeated for 15 rounds. It is possible to earn a ball.

Here, the opening pattern of the big winning opening in the big hit state of 15R (1) probability change and the big hit state of 15R (2) probability change will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 29 (a) and 29 (b).
In the case of 15R (1) probable big hit state, as shown in FIG. 29 (a), the maximum opening time from opening to closing of the big prize opening in each round is set to 25 seconds. The pattern of opening the grand prize opening with intervals of seconds is repeated 15 times.
On the other hand, in the case of 15R (2) probable big hit condition, as shown in FIG. 29 (b), the maximum opening time from opening to closing of the big prize opening in each round is set to 3 seconds, and the closing of the big prize opening is set. The pattern of opening the grand prize opening after an interval of 1 second is repeated, and the pattern of opening the grand prize opening after an interval of 2 seconds after the third big prize opening is closed is repeated 5 times. In other words, the number of times that the big winning opening is opened and closed is 15 times (3 × 5 times) as in the case of 15R (1) probable big hit state, but the big winning opening was closed three times. Since the closing time of the later grand prize opening is made longer (2 seconds), it can be said that the game is apparently a 5-round game (deemed 5 rounds).

  In addition, after the big hit state of 15R (2) probability change ends, without notifying whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability) or a normal probability state (low probability), The operating state of the normal variation winning device 7 shifts to an operating state with an open extension (latent state).

The 15R (2) normal big hit state is similar to the above 15R (2) probability change, for example, the opening / closing door 10a of the special variable prize winning device 10 is opened, and a predetermined number (for example, 9) of games are provided at the big prize opening. Opening the grand prize opening until one of the conditions of either the ball winning or the predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds) from the opening of the grand prize opening is achieved is defined as 1 round. It is possible to acquire about 400 balls by repeating cycle games.
In addition, after the 15R normal big hit state is finished, the normal variation winning is not performed without notifying whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state (high probability) or the normal probability state (low probability). The operating state of the device 7 shifts to an operating state with open extension (latent state).

Therefore, in the 15R (2) normal big hit state and the 15R (2) certainty big hit state, a transition is made to a latent state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is not notified.
Further, in this latent state, as in the special figure 1 big hit state, in the 15R (2) normal case, the operation state of the normal fluctuation winning device 7 is reduced in time until the special figure fluctuation display game is executed 50 times. On the other hand, in the case of 15R (2) probability change, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is changed to the short-time operation state (probability variation state) until the next special result mode is derived.

Thus, in the special game state related to the big hit of the first special figure variation display game, the first special game state (for example, 11R probability change) in which the number of rounds is set to the first round number (for example, 11R). And a second special gaming state (for example, 2R probability change) in which the number of rounds is set to a second number of rounds (for example, 2R) that is smaller than the first number of rounds. In addition, the special game state related to the big hit of the second special figure variation display game includes a first special game state (for example, 15R probability change) in which the number of rounds is set to the first round number (for example, 15R), And a second special gaming state (for example, 2R probability change) set to a second number of rounds (for example, 2R) in which the number of rounds is smaller than the first number of rounds.
Also, the number of rounds in the special gaming state related to the big hit of the first special figure variable display game (for example, 11R) and the number of rounds of the special gaming state related to the big hit in the second special figure variable display game (for example, 15R) Is different. Here, the game control device 30 constitutes round number setting means for setting different round numbers for the special game state generated based on the first start memory and the special game state generated based on the second start memory.

  In addition, when the first special figure variation display game is a big hit of 2R probability change, that is, when a second special game state having a smaller number of rounds than the first special game state occurs, the special game state ends. After that, the operation mode without opening extension is changed so that the opening mode of the variable winning device 7 is the first opening mode. As a result, it becomes easier for the game ball to win the first start winning opening 13 than the normal variable winning device 7, and the next special game state occurs when the result of the first special figure variable display game becomes the special result mode. The possibility is high.

In addition, in the 15R (2) probability change and 15R (2) normal big hit state, the number of times the big winning opening is opened and closed is 15 times (3 × 5 times) as in the case of 15R (1) positive change big hit state. However, the opening time of the grand prize opening is shorter than that in the case of 15R (1) probability change, and further, the closing time of the big prize opening after the opening and closing of the big prize opening three times is made longer ( 2 seconds). In other words, the game control device 30 serves as an opening mode setting unit that sets the opening mode of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 according to the type of the special gaming state.
Further, the game control device 30 is configured such that the number of rounds in the special game state is equal to 15R by changing the opening mode of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 according to the type of the special game state. Even if it exists, the amount of game value that can be given is made different.
Here, in order to change the opening mode of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10, the opening time of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 in a predetermined round of the special gaming state and Changing at least one of the occlusion times is included.
In other words, the game control device 30 makes the number of rounds in the special gaming state equal by changing the closing time of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 every three rounds (predetermined rounds) in the special gaming state. In addition, different types of special gaming states are generated.

The probability variation state is a game state in which the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is a short operation state when the open extension is extended, and the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability state). The short-time operation state in this probability variation state is set so as to continue until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends. Further, it is a state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is informed by a predetermined method using a display screen or the like (state notification), so that the player can recognize the probability state. State.
Then, in this probability change state, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed based on the first start memory or the second start memory, and the special figure fluctuation display game is specially obtained as a result. When the result mode is derived (when the jackpot condition is satisfied), the game shifts to the jackpot state and enters a special game state.

The latent state is a state that does not notify whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state or a normal probability state (low probability state) as in the specific game state of the first embodiment ( State non-notification), a state in which the player cannot recognize the probability state.
In the latent state, when the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state (high probability state), the short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is the derivation of the next special result mode after the end of the special game state. Continue until. In addition, when the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the normal probability state (low probability state), the short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 executes the special figure variation display game 50 times after the special game state ends. Continue until
Then, in this latent state, the first special figure fluctuation display game or the second special figure fluctuation display game is executed based on the first start memory or the second start memory, and the special figure fluctuation display game is specially obtained as a result. When the result mode is derived (when the jackpot condition is satisfied), the game shifts to the jackpot state and enters a special game state.

The short-time state is a short-time operation state when the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is with an open extension, and is a gaming state in which the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a normal probability state (low probability state). The short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 in the short-time state is set to continue until 50 special figure variation display games are executed after the special game state ends.
Then, in this short time state, the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are executed based on the first start memory and the second start memory, and as a result of the special figure fluctuation display game, the special When the result mode is derived (when the jackpot condition is satisfied), the game shifts to the jackpot state and enters a special game state. Further, when the execution of the 50 special figure variation display games is completed, the game state is shifted to the normal gaming state.

Further, as shown in FIG. 30, the selection probability of the special result mode when the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit is the first special figure fluctuation display game (special figure 1) and the second special figure fluctuation display. It differs from the game (Special Figure 2).
In the first special figure variation display game, the probability that 2R probability variation is selected is 15%, the probability that 11R probability variation with status notification is selected is 20%, the probability that 11R probability variation without status notification is selected is 30%, The probability that 11R normal is selected is 35%. On the other hand, in the second special figure fluctuation display game, the probability that the 2R probability variation is selected is 10%, the probability that the 2R normal variation is selected is 25%, and the probability that the 15R (1) probability variation is selected is 45%. The probability that 15R (2) probability change is selected is 10%, and the probability that 15R (2) normal is selected is 10%.

  In addition, after the big hit state of 2R probability change ends, the operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 shifts to an operation state without open extension. Further, as described above, the ratio of the big hit distribution in the first special figure variation display game is set to 85% so that the big hit in the first special figure fluctuation display game is 11R (regular variation, regardless of normal). As a result, in future games, it becomes easier for the game ball to win the first start prize opening 13 than the second start prize opening, and the first special figure fluctuation display game becomes a big hit than the second special figure fluctuation display game. The probability is high, and even if it is not possible to obtain a sufficient amount of balls in the first 2R probability change jackpot, it is possible to acquire a ball for about one box with a fairly high probability.

Next, of the special figure game process (see FIG. 7) of the timer interruption process by the game control device 30, the special figure display process will be described with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 31, in this special figure display process, first, a process of determining whether or not the special symbol has ended in the special figure fluctuation display game (step S150) is performed.
If it is determined in step S150 that the special symbol variation has ended (step S150), the special symbol display processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the variation of the special symbol has ended (step S150; Y), it is determined whether or not the result of the special symbol variation display game during the variation is a big hit (step S151).

In the determination of whether or not it is a big hit (step S151), if it is determined that it is a big hit (step S151; Y), the second special variable display game executed based on the second start memory is determined. It is determined whether or not it is a big hit (a big hit in FIG. 2) (step S152).
If it is determined in step S152 that it is not a big hit of special figure 2 (step S152; N), that is, if it is a big hit of special figure 1, 1 open pattern setting processing (step S153; see FIG. 32) is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined that it is a big hit of special figure 2 (step S152; Y), special figure 2 opening pattern setting processing (step S154; see FIG. 33) is performed.

  Thereafter, processing for setting probability information related to the probability state (normal probability state or high probability state) in the special figure variation display game after the end of the special gaming state (step S155), the first special figure display 8 and the second special figure display Processing for obtaining stop symbol information relating to the stop symbol which is a special result mode in the figure display 9 (step S156), processing for setting fanfare information relating to fanfare / interval processing in the special symbol game processing (see FIG. 7) (step) S157), a process for setting the decorative big hit symbol information related to the decorative big hit symbol displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43 during the big hit (step S158), a process for outputting the corresponding big hit signal (step S159), and a special figure display End the middle process.

On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not a big hit (step S151; Y) in the determination of whether or not it is a big win (step S151; Y), is the operating state of the normal variable winning device 7 a short time operation state (short time medium)? Processing for determining whether or not (step S160) is performed.
If it is determined that the time is not short (step S160; N) in the determination of whether or not the time is short (step S160), the special figure display processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the time is short (step S160; Y), a process of determining whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is a probability variation state (high probability) (step S161) is performed. .

In the determination of whether or not there is a high probability (step S161), if it is determined that the probability is high (step S161; Y), the special figure display process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the probability is not high (step S161; N), a process for acquiring the feasible number of times (the remaining number of short times) of the special figure variable display game in which the normal variation winning device 7 is in the short-time operation state (step number) After performing S162), a process of decrementing 1 from the remaining number of short times (step S163) is performed.
Next, whether or not the gaming state (the short time state or the latent state at the normal probability) in which the normally variable winning device 7 is in the short time operation state is ended (short time end) depending on whether or not the remaining short time count becomes “0”. A process of determining whether or not (step S164) is performed.
Here, if it is determined that the time reduction has been completed (step S164; Y), the processing for setting the time reduction completion information (step S165) is performed, and the special figure display processing is terminated. If it is determined in step S164 that the time has not ended (step S164; N), the special figure displaying process is terminated.

Next, the special figure 1 opening pattern setting process will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 32, in the special figure 1 release pattern setting process, first, a process of determining whether or not the big hit of the first special variation display game is a big hit of 2R (round) (step S170) is performed.
Here, if it is determined that it is not a big hit of 2R (step S170; N), that is, if it is a big hit of 15R, the big winning opening is opened based on the big winning opening opening pattern table (see FIG. 34). A process of setting the open pattern A as a pattern (step S171) is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S170 that 2R is a big hit (step S170; Y), an opening pattern D is set as an opening pattern for the winning opening based on the winning opening opening pattern table (see FIG. 34). The process (step S172) to perform is performed.

Next, the special figure 2 opening pattern setting process will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 33, in the special figure 2 release pattern setting process, first, a process of determining whether or not the big win of the second special variation display game is a big hit of 2R (round) (step S180).
Here, if it is determined that 2R is a big hit (step S180; Y), a process of setting the open pattern D as the open pattern of the big winning opening based on the big winning opening opening pattern table (see FIG. 34) (step S180). S181) is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S180 that it is not a big hit of 2R (step S180; N), a process of determining whether or not the big hit is a big hit of 15R (1) (step S182) is performed.

  In the determination of whether or not it is a big hit of 15R (1) (step S182), if it is determined that it is a big hit of 15R (1) (step S182; Y), the big winning opening opening pattern table (see FIG. 34). ) To set the opening pattern B as the winning pattern opening pattern (step S183). On the other hand, if it is determined that it is not a big hit of 15R (1) (step S182; N), a process of setting the opening pattern C as the winning pattern opening pattern based on the winning opening opening pattern table (see FIG. 34). (Step S184) is performed.

Here, the special winning opening opening pattern table will be described with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 34, in the first special figure variation display game (special figure 1), when 11R big hit is made, the special winning opening is opened for 20 seconds and then closed, and the closing time is set to 2 seconds. When the opening pattern A that repeats 11 times is set and 2R is a big hit, an opening pattern D is set in which the winning opening is closed for 3 seconds and then closed, and the closing time is 2 seconds.
In the second special figure fluctuation display game (special figure 2), when 15R (1) is a big hit, the special winning opening is opened for 25 seconds and then closed, and the closing time is set to 2 seconds 15 times. If repeat opening pattern B is set and 15R (2) is a big hit, the winning opening is opened for 3 seconds and then closed, and the closing time is repeated for 1 second. When the opening pattern C is repeated 5 times (opening 5 rounds), the pattern of opening the grand prize opening with an interval of 2 seconds after the closing, when the 2R big hit is set, as in the case of FIG. An opening pattern D is set in which a winning opening is opened for 3 seconds and then closed, and a pattern for closing the closing time for 2 seconds is repeated twice.
In this way, the opening pattern of the special winning opening differs depending on the type of special figure variation display game and the type of jackpot.

Next, game transition will be described with reference to FIGS. 35 and 36. FIG.
As shown in FIG. 35, in the normal gaming state, when a big hit is made in the first special figure variable display game executed when the game ball wins the first start winning opening 13, In response, the mode shifts to either mode A or mode B.

Specifically, in the case of a 2R probability change jackpot in which the jackpot becomes a probability change state after the special game state is finished, the operation state of the normal variable winning device 7 is an operation state without open extension, and the probability state of the special figure change display game Becomes a probability fluctuation state (high probability state). Thereafter, the probability variation state (high probability state) continues until the next big hit occurs.
This makes it easier for a game ball to win the first start winning opening 13 than the second start winning opening in a future game, and the first special figure variable display game is a big hit than the second special figure variable display game. The probability that the big hit of the first special figure variation display game is 11R (probability change, regardless of normal) is set to 85% (see FIG. 30), so the first 2R probability change big hit Even if it is not possible to obtain a sufficient number of balls, it is possible to obtain a ball for about one box with a fairly high probability.

In addition, in the case of 11R probability change big hit where the big hit becomes the probability change state after the end of the special game state, the short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 continues until the next special result mode is derived after the special game state ends (there is support) ), The probability state of the special figure variation display game becomes the probability variation state (high probability state).
In this gaming state, as in the case of the first embodiment, the decoration special figure variable display game corresponding to the first special figure variable display game is displayed in the first variable display game display area A1 on the upper side (upper screen) of the liquid crystal display device 43. Is displayed, and the decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the second fluctuation display game display area A2 on the lower side (lower screen). Further, by setting the background of the first variation display game display area A1 (upper screen) as the background screen b1 for the probability variation state, it is notified that the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state (FIG. 24). (See (a)). Furthermore, the stage displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 (lower screen) is set as a predetermined stage A (for example, the stage where the main character plays an active role), and a decoration feature corresponding to the second special figure variation display game is displayed. The figure change display game is executed.

Also, when the big hit becomes a latent state after the end of the special gaming state, that is, when the big hit becomes the 11R probability change that becomes the probability change state after the end of the special game state, the short-time operation state of the normal variation winning device 7 is the end of the special game state. It continues until the next special result mode is derived later (with support), the probability state of the special figure variation display game becomes the probability variation state (high probability state), and the jackpot becomes the short state after the end of the special game state 11R In the case of a normal jackpot, the short-time operation state of the normal variable winning device 7 continues until the special figure change display game is executed 50 times after the special game state ends (with support), and the probability state of the special figure change display game is It becomes a normal probability state (low probability state).
In these gaming states, in the same manner as in the above case, the decoration special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the first special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the first fluctuation display game display area A1 on the upper side (upper screen) of the liquid crystal display device 43. In addition to the display, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game is displayed in the second (lower screen) second fluctuation display game display area A2. Also, by setting the background of the first variation display game display area A1 (upper screen) as the background screen b2 for the short time state, whether the probability state of the special figure variation display game is the probability variation state or not, the normal probability state (low probability) State) is not notified (see FIG. 24B). Furthermore, the stage displayed in the second variation display game display area A2 (lower screen) is set as a predetermined stage B (for example, a stage where the sub character is active), and a decoration feature corresponding to the second special figure variation display game is displayed. The figure change display game is executed.

Next, the transition of the first special figure variation display game in mode A or mode B will be described.
When the reach of the first special figure variable display game is confirmed during the game in the mode A or the mode B, it is displayed in the first variable display game display area A1 (upper screen) as in the case of the first embodiment. After the displayed screen is displayed on the entire display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43, a predetermined notice effect is performed to generate a reach state.
Then, when the first special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, for example, after reaching a reach state equal to or greater than Special Reach 2 (SP2 reach), the result of the special figure fluctuation display game is set as a special result mode. Transition to the big hit state.

Next, the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode A and mode B will be described with reference to FIG.
First, the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode A will be described.
When a reach is generated in the second special figure variable display game during the game in mode A, the screen displayed in the second variable display game display area A2 (lower screen) as in the first embodiment (For example, the screen of stage A) is displayed on the entire display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43. When the reach of the second special figure variation display game is confirmed, a battle effect 1 in which a specific character (for example, a main character) battles a predetermined character (for example, a small fish character) is performed, and the battle is performed. Win the game and display the reach screen on the display screen.

Thereafter, when the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit, as in the case of the first embodiment, the specific character is a predetermined character (for example, a middle boss character whose relative rank is higher than that of the small fish character). Regardless of whether or not the battle effect 2 is played against a certain character, a specific character plays a round against a predetermined character (for example, a large boss character with the highest relative rank than the middle boss character). Perform battle production 3 to be finalized. Here, when going through the battle effect 2, the big hit is fixed by winning the battle.
Then, if the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit of 15R (1) probability change, the battle effect 3 is won to shift to the big hit state, and after the 15R cycle game, the mode A Migrate to
In addition, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is 15R (2) probability change or 15R (2) normal big hit, it is defeated in the battle production 3 and shifts to the big hit state, and apparently 5R After 15R cycle game (deemed 5R), the mode B is entered.

Next, the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode B will be described.
When the reach is generated in the second special figure variable display game during the game in the mode B, the screen displayed in the second variable display game display area A2 (lower screen) as in the case of the first embodiment. (For example, the screen of stage B) is displayed on the entire display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43. When the reach of the second special figure variation display game is confirmed, a battle effect 1 in which a specific character (for example, a sub character) battles a predetermined character (for example, a small fish character) is performed, and the battle is performed. Win the game and display the reach screen on the display screen.

After that, when the second special figure variation display game is a big hit, as in the case of the first embodiment, via the predetermined confirmed effect 1 or the confirmed effect 2 related to other characters (for example, the main character), A battle effect 3 is performed in which a specific character battles against a predetermined character (for example, a large boss character having the highest relative rank) to determine a round.
Here, the confirmed effect 1 and the confirmed effect 2 perform any effect according to the type of jackpot of the second special figure fluctuation display game described later.
Then, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is a big hit of 15R (1) probability change, as in the mode A, the battle effect 3 is won and the game is shifted to the big hit state. After the cycle game, the mode is changed to mode A. In addition, when the big hit of the second special figure fluctuation display game is 15R (2) probability change or 15R (2) normal big hit, it is defeated in the battle production 3 and shifts to the big hit state, and apparently 5R After 15R cycle game (deemed 5R), the mode B is entered.

  The contents of the above-described effects are merely examples, and can be arbitrarily changed as appropriate. For example, when the result of the second special figure variation display game is a special result, the game is changed in the same manner as the transition of the first special figure variation display game in mode A or mode B (see FIG. 35). Alternatively, when the result of the first special figure variation display game is a special result, the game proceeds in a manner substantially similar to the transition of the second special figure variation display game in mode A or mode B (see FIG. 36). May be transitioned.

Next, of the special game processing (see FIG. 7) of the timer interrupt processing by the game control device 30, the second start port monitoring processing will be described with reference to FIG.
The second start port monitoring process is substantially the same as the second start port monitoring process of the first embodiment except that the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number 1 is stored.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 37, in the second start-up port monitoring process, after the process of storing the special figure 2 big hit symbol random number (step S76), the process of storing the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number 1 (Step S190) is performed. In the process of storing the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number 1 (step S190), the process of storing the extracted random number value in the save area of the random value set corresponding to the updated special figure starting storage number is performed.

Thereafter, after performing a special figure hold information determination process (step S77) which is a prefetching process for determining the result related information corresponding to the start-up memory (see FIG. 38), a process for setting a decoration special figure hold number command (step S77) S78) is performed, the display setting of the special figure 2 holding number on the display unit 43a is performed, and the second start winning opening monitoring process is terminated.
The decoration special figure hold information command is transmitted to the effect control device 40 later as one of the hold information commands including information related to the start memory.

Next, the special figure 2 hold information determination process performed in the second start port monitoring process will be described with reference to FIG.
The special figure 2 hold information determination process is the special figure of the first embodiment except that the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern information is set based on the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number 1 stored in the second start port monitoring process. This is substantially the same as the 2-hold information determination process.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 38, after performing the special figure 2 deviation information setting process (step S82) or the special figure 2 big hit information setting process (step S83), it is stored in the second start port monitoring process. The special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number 1 is acquired (step S200). Then, based on the acquired special figure 2 fluctuation pattern random number 1, the process of setting the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern information related to the fluctuation pattern according to the result (big hit or loss) of the second special figure fluctuation display game (step S201) )I do.

In the effect control device 40, the hold information setting process shown in FIG. 39 is performed as a process related to the special figure variation display game.
In the hold information setting process, first, it is determined whether or not a hold information command has been received (step S210). The hold information command is output from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 when the start memory is generated, and includes information related to the start memory. The hold information command includes a decoration special figure hold information command, a deviation variation pattern information, a jackpot variation pattern information, and the like.
If it is determined in step S210 whether or not the hold information command has been received (step S210; N), the hold information setting process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S210 that a hold information command has been received (step S210; Y), a process of acquiring hold number information (step S211) is performed.

In the process of acquiring the hold number information (step S211), the process of acquiring the hold number information is performed based on the decoration special figure hold number command which is one of the hold information commands.
Next, the process (step S212) which acquires the determination information regarding the said suspension is performed. The determination information is information including the result of the pre-reading process for the start-up memory. In the process of acquiring determination information related to the hold (step S212), one of the hold information commands, that is, deviation variation pattern information, jackpot change Determination information is acquired based on the pattern information.

Subsequently, a process of determining whether or not there is a big hit in the hold based on the acquired determination information (step S213) is performed. In the determination of whether or not there is a big hit (step S213), if it is determined that there is a big hit (step S213; Y), processing for acquiring the big hit variation pattern information (step S214) is performed to deal with the big hit The process (step S215) which sets the pre-production information concerning the pre-production to be performed is performed.
The pre-effect is a notification effect by image display (liquid crystal, LED), a notification effect by voice, or the like. When the pre-effect is performed by image display, it is performed by character information, character appearance or action display, background image, or the like.

Thereafter, a process for storing determination information related to the hold (step S216) is performed, and the hold information setting process is terminated.
Also, in the determination of whether or not there is a big hit (step S213), even if it is determined that there is no big hit (step S213; N), processing for storing the determination information regarding the hold (step S216), The hold information setting process is terminated.

Next, of the special game process (see FIG. 7) of the timer interrupt process by the game control device 30, the special figure change start process 2 will be described with reference to FIG.
The special figure variation start process 2 allows the second special figure variation display game to be executed with a variation pattern of time longer than the variation time in the latent state or the short time state when the second start memory has a big hit in the normal gaming state. Except for the point, it is substantially the same as the special figure variation start process 2 of the first embodiment.

As shown in FIG. 40, in the special figure fluctuation start process 2, first, a process of determining whether or not the special symbol is fluctuating in the first special figure fluctuation display game is performed (step S120).
In the determination of whether or not the special symbol is changing (step S120), if it is determined that the special symbol is changing (step S120; Y), the variation pattern of the first special symbol variation display game is determined. As a variation pattern table for this purpose, a process (step S121) for selecting a corresponding variation pattern table (see FIG. 41) is performed.

If it is determined in step S120 whether or not the special symbol is changing (step S120), it is determined that the special symbol is not changing (step S120; N), that is, in the second special figure change display game. When the special symbol is changing, a process of determining whether or not the normal variation winning device 7 is in the short-time operation state (during shortening control) (step S220).
In the determination of whether or not the shortening control is being performed (step S220), if it is determined that the shortening control is being performed (step S220; Y), it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a latent state or a time-shortening state. (Step S221).
In the determination of whether the gaming state is a latent state or a short time state (step S221), if it is determined that the gaming state is a latent state or a short time state (step S221; Y), the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game As a variation pattern table for determining the above, a process (step S222) of selecting a latent short state variation pattern table (see FIG. 41) is performed.
If it is determined in step S221 that the state is not a latent state or a short time state (step S221; N), that is, if the gaming state is a probable variation state, the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game is displayed. As a variation pattern table for determination, a corresponding variation pattern table (see FIG. 41) is selected (step S121).

In addition, in the determination of whether or not the shortening control is being performed (step S220), if it is determined that the shortening control is not being performed (step S220; N), a process for acquiring the hold information (step S223) is performed, 2. Processing for determining whether or not there is a big hit hold in the start memory (step S224).
In the determination of whether or not there is a big hit hold (step S224), if it is determined that there is no big hit hold (step S224; N), as a change pattern table for determining the change pattern of the second special figure change display game Then, a process of selecting the normal gaming state 1 variation pattern table (see FIG. 41) is performed (step S225). On the other hand, if it is determined in step S224 that there is a big hit hold (step S224; Y), the normal gaming state 2 variation pattern table is used as a variation pattern table for determining the variation pattern of the second special figure variation display game. Processing for selecting (see FIG. 41) is performed (step S226).

Here, the variation pattern table will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
As shown in FIG. 41, the variation pattern table includes types of game states (including presence / absence of jackpot hold) for the first special diagram variation display game (Special Fig. 1) and the second special diagram variation display game (Special Fig. 2). ) Is set respectively.
In the first special figure variation display game, a variation pattern table of variation patterns set to a time that can be varied between 2 seconds and 60 seconds in the normal gaming state regardless of whether or not the big hit is held. Is set, and when the gaming state is in the probable variation state, a variation pattern table for the variation pattern in which the variation time is set to 2 seconds is set. When the gaming state is in the latent state or the short time state, the variation time is 2 seconds or 8 seconds. The variation pattern table of the variation pattern set in is set.
Further, in the second special figure fluctuation display game, in the case of the normal game state 1 without the big hit hold, the fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern in which the fluctuation time is set to 8 seconds is set, and the normal game with the big hit hold. In the case of the state 2, the variation pattern table of the variation pattern set to the time in which the variation time can be changed between 8 seconds and 20 seconds is set, and when the gaming state is the probability variation state, the variation time is set to 2 seconds. A variation pattern table of variation patterns having a variation time of 2 seconds or 8 seconds is set when the game state is a latent state or a short time state.

  Next, as in the case of the first embodiment, after performing a variation pattern setting process (step S125) for setting a variation pattern, a process for shifting the storage area (step S126) is performed. Then, as a setting related to the decoration special figure variation display game displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43, as in the case of the first embodiment, a process of setting a decoration special figure fluctuation pattern command (step S127) is performed, and the decoration special figure command is set. A setting process (step S128) is performed. Thereafter, as in the case of the first embodiment, the special figure holding number (starting memory number) is decremented by 1 (step S129), and the special figure holding number command is set (step S130). The figure variation start process 2 is terminated.

Next, an example of the decorative special figure variation display game displayed on the liquid crystal display device 43 when there is a big hit hold in the second start memory will be described with reference to FIGS.
In the following description, the second start memory (for example, in FIG. 42 (a), the right end downwards in the hold display area A3) while the first special figure variation display game is being executed based on the first start memory. It is assumed that the second hold display g2) represented by the arrow is stored as jackpot hold. Further, when the second start memory is stored, it is assumed that the prefetching process is performed based on the second start memory.
Further, in FIGS. 42 (c) and 42 (e) and FIGS. 43 (a) and 43 (c), the second hold display g2 based on the second start-up memory is enlarged and schematically shown outward. Represents.

  As shown in FIG. 42 (a), in the first variation display game display area A1, based on the first start memory, a decoration that displays various types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) in a variable manner. A special figure change display game is displayed. Then, after the identification information is variably displayed for a predetermined time in the first variation display game display area A1, a predetermined stop result mode is displayed according to the result of the first special figure variation display game (FIG. 42B). reference).

Thereafter, based on the next first start-up memory, the decoration special figure variation display game is started in the first variation display game display area A1 as described above (see FIG. 42C). At this time, since the pre-reading process has already determined that the second start memory is the big hit hold, the left, middle, and right fluctuation displays are shown in the downward arrow as the second hold display g2 in the hold display area A3. An effect of variably displaying predetermined identification information in the area is performed. Here, the production control device 40 changes the display mode of the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 displayed in the hold display area A3 based on the determination result of each random value by the game control device 30. Provides area control means.
Then, a predetermined stop result mode is displayed in the first variation display game display area A1 according to the result of the first special diagram variation display game (see FIG. 42D), and then based on the next first start memory. Then, when the decorative special figure variable display game is started in the first variable display game display area A1 as described above (see FIG. 42E), the downward display as the second hold display g2 of the hold display area A3 In the arrows, the predetermined identification information (for example, “7”) is stopped in the left variable display area, and the predetermined identification information is displayed in a variable manner in the middle and right variable display areas. An effect of making (for example, the main character) appear is performed.

Then, after displaying a predetermined stop result mode in the first variation display game display area A1 according to the result of the first special figure variation display game (see FIG. 42 (f)), based on the next first start memory. Then, when the decorative special figure variation display game is started in the first variation display game display area A1 in the same manner as described above (see FIG. 43A), the second suspension display g2 of the suspension display area A3 is directed downward. In the arrows, the predetermined identification information (for example, “7”, “7”) is stopped in the left and right fluctuation display areas, and the predetermined identification information is variably displayed in the middle fluctuation display area. In addition to the first character, an effect of displaying a graphic schematically representing an exclamation mark is performed.
Thus, it is notified that the reach state is likely to occur in the second special figure variation display game based on the second start memory.

Then, a predetermined stop result mode is displayed in the first variation display game display area A1 according to the result of the first special figure variation display game (see FIG. 43B), and then based on the next first start memory. Then, in the first variation display game display area A1, when the decorative special figure variation display game is started in the same manner as described above (see FIG. 43 (c)), the downward display as the second hold display g2 in the hold display area A3. In the arrows, the predetermined identification information (for example, “7”, “7”) is stopped in the left and right fluctuation display areas, and the predetermined identification information is variably displayed in the middle fluctuation display area. In addition to the figure schematically representing the first character and the exclamation mark, an effect is performed in which a second character (for example, an enemy character that competes with the main character) appears.
Thereby, in the 2nd special figure fluctuation display game based on the 2nd starting memory, a reach state occurs and it is reported that there is a high possibility that a battle production between characters will occur.

  Then, after displaying a predetermined stop result mode in the first variation display game display area A1 according to the result of the first special figure variation display game (see FIG. 43 (d)), based on the next second start memory. The decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game is started, and the decorative special figure fluctuation display game is displayed on the entire screen of the liquid crystal display device 43. When a reach state is generated in this decoration special figure change display game (see FIG. 43 (e)) and the first character wins after a predetermined battle effect, the result aspect of the decoration special figure change display game is It becomes a special result mode (for example, “7, 7, 7”) (see FIG. 43 (f)).

  As described above, according to the gaming machine of the second embodiment, the variation in which a plurality of pieces of identification information are variably displayed based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning port (the first starting winning port 13, the normal variation winning device 7). The variable display devices (first special figure display 8 and second special figure display 9) that can display the display game, and the special variable prize-winning device 10 are related to the result of the variable display game being a special result. Game control means (game control device 30) for generating a special game state capable of giving a game value by converting the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) from a closed state unfavorable to the player to an open state advantageous to the player In the gaming machine 100 equipped with the above, the special gaming state is a plurality of rounds in which one round is a gaming state in which the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 is converted from the closed state to the open state until a predetermined condition is satisfied. The starting winning port is a first starting winning port 13 and a second starting winning port that can be converted into a closed state in which game balls cannot be received and an open state in which game balls can be received. A first start storage means (game control device 30) for storing the right to execute the variable display game based on the winning of the game ball to the first start winning opening 13 as a first start memory, and a second A second start storage means (game control device 30) for storing the right to execute the variable display game based on the winning of the game ball at the start winning opening as a second start storage, and a game control means ( The game control device 30) executes the variable display game execution for sequentially executing the variable display game in the storage order of the right of execution based on the execution right of the variable display game stored in the first start storage means and the second start storage means. Control hand (Game control device 30) and round number setting means (game control device 30) for setting different round numbers between the special game state generated based on the first start memory and the special game state generated based on the second start memory. ) And an opening mode setting means (game control device 30) for setting the opening mode of the movable member of the special variation winning device according to the type of the special gaming state. Even if the set number of rounds in the special game state is equal, the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 is changed according to the type of the special game state so as to vary the amount of game value that can be given. The opening mode is different.

Therefore, the special game state generated based on the first start memory stored by winning the game ball at the first start winning opening 13 and the second start stored by winning the game ball at the second start winning opening. A special game state that is generated so that the number of rounds that are different from the special game state that is generated based on memory is set, and the amount of game value that can be given is different even if the number of rounds in the special game state is the same. Since the opening mode of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable prize winning device 10 is varied depending on the type of the game, it is possible to execute a variable display game having a plurality of games with a single gaming machine 100. Can be provided.
In addition, it is possible to give variation to the gameability while satisfying the MNRS defined in the rules. Further, the second display memory is not preferentially digested, and the variable display game is sequentially executed in the storage order of the right of execution. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the variation display game to be executed from being biased, to prevent the game from becoming monotonous, and to improve the interest of the game.
Accordingly, various gaming properties can be enjoyed with one gaming machine 100.

  Further, the round number setting means (game control device 30) sets different round numbers according to the type of special gaming state generated based on the second start memory, and the round number setting means sets the round number to the special gaming state. A first special gaming state with a number set to a first round number and a second special gaming state with a round number set to a second round number less than the first round number, The opening mode of the second start winning opening includes a first opening mode in which the opening time is set to the first opening time, and a second opening mode in which the opening time is set to the second opening time longer than the first opening time. The game control means (game control device 30) includes a probability variation control means for generating a high probability state in which the occurrence probability of the next special game state is higher than the normal state after completion of the predetermined special game state. (Game control device 30) Comprises, after the end of the second special game state, when generating a high-probability state by probability change control means for controlling the opening mode of the second start winning hole to the first open mode.

Therefore, after the end of the second special gaming state in which the number of rounds is set to a second number of rounds smaller than the first number of rounds, a high probability that the occurrence probability of the next special gaming state is higher than the normal state Even if the situation occurs, the opening mode of the second start winning opening is the first opening mode in which the opening time is set to the first opening time shorter than the second opening time. You can make it difficult to win the ball. Thereby, even in the high probability state, it is possible to make it difficult to generate the special gaming state based on the second start memory and to easily generate the special game state based on the first start memory.
As a result, even if the special game state generated based on the second start memory has a high game value and a low game value, it is difficult to generate the special game state based on the second start memory, The player can play the game without losing much, and the fun of the game can be improved.

  Also, the opening mode setting means (game control device 30) changes at least one of the opening time and closing time of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 in a predetermined round in the special gaming state. Thus, the opening mode of the movable member is made different.

  Therefore, the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) is opened by changing at least one of the opening time and closing time of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 in a predetermined round in the special gaming state. Since the aspect is made different, even if the number of rounds of the special game state to be generated is the same, the amount of game value that can be given can be made different, and the special variable prize apparatus 10 is changed to the open state in the special game state. And can improve the interest of the game.

  Further, the release mode setting means (game control device 30) has the same number of rounds in the special game state set by the round number setting means (game control device 30), and generates different types of special game states. The closing time of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable prize-winning device 10 is made different every predetermined round in the special gaming state.

  Further, when the number of rounds in the special game state is equal and different types of special game states are generated, the closing time of the movable member (opening / closing door 10a) of the special variable winning device 10 is set for each predetermined round of the special game state. Therefore, even if the number of rounds is the same and different types of special game states are generated, the amount of game value that can be given can be made different, and the special variable prize apparatus 10 in the special game state can be changed. A change can be given to an open mode, and the interest of a game can be improved.

  The first start storage means (game control device 30) stores a random number value together with the first start storage, and the second start storage means (game control device 30) stores a random number value together with the second start storage, A determination means (game control device 30) for determining each random number value stored in the first start storage means and the second start storage means is provided, and the hold display area control means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) is provided. The display modes of the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 displayed in the hold display area A3 are changed based on the determination result of each random value by the determining means.

  Therefore, the display mode of the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 displayed in the hold display area A3 is changed based on the determination result of each random value stored together with the first start memory and the second start memory. When the result of the variable display game is a result mode advantageous to the player, the player can feel the expectation by changing the display mode of the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 according to the result mode. Can improve the interest of the game.

  Further, the hold display area control means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) displays the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 respectively corresponding to the hold display area A3. The area A1 or the second variation display game display area A2 is displayed as an arrow.

  Accordingly, in the hold display area A3, the first hold display g1 and the second hold display g2 are displayed by arrow indications indicating the corresponding first change display game display area A1 or second change display game display area A2. Therefore, even if priority digestion of the second start memory is not performed, a special figure fluctuation display game (decoration special figure fluctuation display game being displayed) that will be executed in the future in the direction of the arrow display is stored in the first start memory. The player can easily recognize whether it is based on the second start memory.

The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various improvements and design changes may be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.
Below, the modification of the gaming machine 100 will be described.

For example, when the number of holdings of the first start memory or the second start memory is small, the pseudo-continuous can be executed based on the start-up memory, and the number of pseudo continuouss is displayed as the pseudo-hold display f1 in the hold display area A3. Alternatively, refer to FIG.
In other words, the effect control device 40, according to the control signal from the game control device 30, is based on one of the first start memory and the second start memory, and other than the special result during the variable display game. After the temporary stop in the result mode, the re-change display for starting the change display again is executed once or more. Specifically, the production control device 40 receives a result other than a special result in the middle of the variable display game when either one of the first start memory and the second start memory is less than a predetermined number. After the temporary stop in the result mode, the re-variable display for starting the variable display again is executed. Here, the game control device 30 and the effect control device 40 constitute a pseudo continuous variation display control means.
Further, the effect control device 40 is configured to display the re-variable display as a pseudo hold display in the hold display area A3 of the liquid crystal display device 43 based on a control signal from the game control device 30.

As a result, as shown in FIGS. 44A and 44B, for example, when the first start memory becomes one of a predetermined number or less, the pseudo continuous execution that can be executed based on the first start memory is performed. The number of holdings corresponding to the number of times (revariable display times) is displayed as a pseudo hold display f1.
It should be noted that since it is confusing that the number of hold in the start memory exceeds a predetermined value, the actually stored first hold display g1 and second hold display g2 and the pseudo hold display f1 are displayed in a distinguishable manner such as by different colors. You may make it (refer FIG.44 (c)).

  Thus, one of the first start memory stored in the first start memory means (game control device 30) and the second start memory stored in the second start memory means (game control device 30). Based on the starting memory, pseudo-variable display control means (game control device) that executes re-variable display at least once to temporarily start variable display after a temporary stop in a result mode other than the special result in the middle of the special figure variable display game 30 and the production control device 40), and the pseudo-variable display control means displays a re-variable display when either one of the first start memory and the second start memory becomes less than a predetermined number. Is supposed to run.

  Accordingly, when the number of starting memories is equal to or less than a predetermined number based on one of the first starting memory and the second starting memory, a special result other than a special result is displayed in the middle of the special figure display game. Since the re-variation display for starting the variation display again after the temporary stop in the result mode is executed one or more times, the re-variation display is performed more times than the actual number of times the special figure variation display game is executed. Interest can be improved.

  Also, the hold display area control means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) displays the re-change display by the pseudo continuous change display control means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) as the pseudo hold display f1. It has become.

  Therefore, since the re-change display is displayed as the pseudo hold display f1, the number of the pseudo hold display f1 is larger than the actual number of hold of the special figure change display game, and the first start winning opening 13 and the second start are displayed. Even if it is difficult for a game ball to win a winning opening and the on-hold display does not increase, it is possible to prevent the interest of the game from being lowered by performing an effect display with a lot of starting memory.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 45, a big hit announcement may be made using a battle effect in which predetermined characters are played in the second variation display game display area A2.
That is, in the case where a plurality of first start memories are stored, when pre-fetch processing is performed and there is a big hit hold (for example, the first start memory surrounded by a broken line), the second variation display game display area A2 You may perform the effect which suggests the frequency | count of the special figure change display game to the special figure change display game performed based on the 1st start memory | storage which is a big hit holding | maintenance by the battle effect performed.
Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 45 (a) to 45 (f), when the third starting memory from the left is the big hit hold, the first character defeats the predetermined enemy character. A predetermined message (for example, today) suggesting that there is a big hit on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43 by making it appear continuously every time and defeating enemy characters three times in succession. By displaying “3” !!), a jackpot notice is given.

In addition, the gaming machine 100 includes a predetermined movable accessory Y that is movable by driving a predetermined drive source (for example, a motor or a solenoid), and the first variation display game display area A1 and the By covering at least one of the two-variable display game display area A2, the display effect of the decoration special figure variable display game of the liquid crystal display device 43 may be made difficult to be seen by the player.
For example, from the state in which the movable accessory Y covers both the first variation display game display region A1 and the second variation display game display region A2 (see FIG. 46A), the first variation display game display region A1 and the first variation display game display region A1. Of the two-variable display game display area A2, the covering of the area corresponding to the one where the special figure variable display game is started may be released. Specifically, when the decorative special figure fluctuation display game corresponding to the second special figure fluctuation display game is started in the second fluctuation display game display area A2, a part of the movable accessory Y is moved downward. Then, the covering of the second variable display game display area A2 by the movable accessory Y is released, while the decorative special figure variable display game corresponding to the first special figure variable display game in the first variable display game display area A1. May be started, a part of the movable accessory Y may be moved upward to release the covering of the first variable display game display area A1 by the movable accessory Y.
Thereby, the first variation display game display area A1 and the second variation display game display area A2 corresponding to each of the first special figure fluctuation display game and the second special figure fluctuation display game are displayed on the display screen of the liquid crystal display device 43. Even in the case where each is provided, it is possible to make the player preferably recognize which is the currently running variable display game.

  Note that the gaming machine 100 of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the embodiment. For example, a gaming ball such as another pachinko gaming machine, an arrangement ball gaming machine, or a sparrow ball gaming machine is used. It is applicable to all the gaming machines 100 that do.

  In addition, it should be considered that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

100 gaming machine 7 Ordinary variable prize device (second start prize opening)
8 1st special figure display (variation display device)
9 Second special figure display (variation display device)
10 Special variation winning device (variable display device)
13 first start winning opening 30 game control device (game control means, first start storage means, second start storage means, variation display game execution control means, round number setting means, release mode setting means, probability variation control means, game State execution control means, variation display game execution control means, state inference capable mode execution control means, state inference difficult mode execution control means, display control means, hold display area control means, gaming state control means, normal variation winning device operation control means )
40 effect control device (display control means, hold display area control means, pseudo-variable display control means)
50 Liquid crystal display devices (variable display devices)
A1 First change display game display area A2 Second change display game display area A3 Hold display area g1 First hold display g2 Second hold display f1 Pseudo hold display

Claims (4)

A variable display device having a display unit capable of displaying a variable display game that displays a plurality of identification information in a variable manner based on the winning of a game ball at the start winning opening, and a game when the result of the variable display game is a special result A game control means for generating a special gaming state that is advantageous to the user and generating a gaming state in which a probability that the next special gaming state will occur is higher than the normal state after the completion of the predetermined special gaming state. In the machine
The game control means includes
Game state execution control means for executing a game in any one of a plurality of game states;
A variable display game execution control means for controlling the progress of the plurality of variable display games,
The game state execution control means includes:
Among the plurality of game states include non-notification mode execution control means for executing a game in a non-notification mode without notifying the current game state to the player,
In the non-notification mode,
A first non-notification mode in which a predetermined game value can be given to a player;
A second non-notification mode capable of giving a player a gaming value higher than the first non-notification mode,
A plurality of variation modes for executing the variation display game in a predetermined variation time are defined in the progression mode of the variation display game,
The variable display game execution control means includes:
When a game is being executed in the second non-notification mode by the non-notification mode execution control means, a variation mode in which a specific variation time is defined among the plurality of variation modes is other than the specific variation time. A gaming machine characterized by selecting at a rate higher than the variation mode in which the variation time is defined . The variable display game execution control means includes:
In a state where a game is being executed in the second non-notification mode by the non-notification mode execution control means, when a variation mode in which the specific variation time is defined is selected from the plurality of variation modes, The gaming machine according to claim 1 , further comprising predetermined effect control means for executing a predetermined effect during the specific fluctuation time. The variable display game execution control means includes:
In a state where a game is being executed in the second non-notification mode by the non-notification mode execution control means, when a variation mode in which the specific variation time is defined is selected from the plurality of variation modes, 3. The gaming machine according to claim 2 , wherein a control is performed such that a rate at which the variable display game is in a reach state is higher than a rate at which a state other than the reach state is reached. The starting prize opening is
A first start winning opening, and a second starting winning opening that can be converted into a closed state in which game balls cannot be received and an open state in which game balls can be received.
First start storage means for storing up to a predetermined upper limit number of execution rights of the variable display game based on winning of a game ball in the first start winning opening;
Second starting storage means for storing the right to execute the variable display game as a second starting memory based on the winning of the game ball in the second starting winning opening,
The game state execution control means includes:
A notification mode execution control means for executing a game in a notification mode for notifying a player of the current game state among a plurality of game states;
In the notification mode,
A normal gaming state, and a probability variation gaming state in which a probability that the next special gaming state will occur after completion of a predetermined special gaming state is higher than the normal gaming state,
The change display game based on the second start memory stored in the second start memory means is executed by the notification mode execution control means in a state where a game is being executed in the normal game state of the notification mode. If the game according to the variable display game based on the second start memory, to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that run at variable manner the specific variation time defined Machine.

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