JP5230908B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine, and more specifically, based on the fact that a variable display start condition is satisfied after a variable display execution condition is satisfied, a plurality of types of identification information that can be individually identified The present invention relates to a gaming machine that includes a variable display device that variably displays and controls a specific gaming state that is advantageous to a player after a variable display result of identification information becomes a predetermined specific display result.

  In gaming machines such as pachinko machines, variable display is performed by updating or scrolling predetermined identification information (hereinafter referred to as display symbols) on a display device such as a liquid crystal display (hereinafter referred to as LCD). There are a number of games that have been enhanced by a so-called variable display game that determines whether or not to give a predetermined game value based on the display result (variable display result).

  A special figure game that is performed as one of the variable display games is a variable display of a display symbol based on the detection of a game ball that passes through the start winning opening (that the variable display start condition is satisfied). In the game, the “hit” is defined as a case where the stop symbol form when the display is completely stopped is a predetermined specific display form. In this special figure game, when a “hit” is made, a special electric accessory called a big prize opening or an attacker is opened, and a state in which a game ball can be won extremely easily is provided to a player for a certain period of time. . Such a state is referred to as a “specific game state” or a “hit game state”.

  Such a gaming machine has a probability variation that improves the probability of a “big hit” in a special game during a predetermined period such as when a variable display game is executed a plurality of times after the specific gaming state is finished. Game state (high probability state or probability improvement state, also known as probability variation control state), time shortening state (low probability state or specific advantageous state, There is known a gaming machine that controls to a special gaming state that is advantageous to the player, such as a short-time control state.

For example, there has been proposed a display that can be controlled to display in the same display manner as when controlled to the time-reduced state even when controlled to the probability variation gaming state (for example, Patent Document 1). In addition, there has been proposed a method for notifying that the gaming state is controlled to either the probability variation gaming state or the time reduction state after controlling to the specific gaming state in the same notification mode (for example, Patent Document 2). Moreover, after the time shortening state is completed, it is conceivable to shift to a special effect mode different from the normal effect mode.
JP 2004-208902 A JP 2004-167111 A

  According to the technology described in Patent Document 1 or Patent Document 2, for example, the variable display result is continuously controlled to the probable gaming state until the “big hit” is reached, while the control to the time shortening state is performed with the number of executions of the variable display. In the case of ending when the predetermined number of times is reached, the player can recognize that the player is not in the probable gaming state when the time reduction state ends. For this reason, there is a possibility that the interest of the game may be reduced when it is not controlled to the probability variation game state. In addition, it is possible to easily recognize that it is not controlled to the probability variation gaming state only by shifting to the special performance mode, and it is possible to enhance the expectation for being in the probability variation gaming state by the performance in the performance mode. There wasn't.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and provides a gaming machine that can prevent the interest of a game from deteriorating even when it is not controlled in a gaming state advantageous to the player, such as a probability-changing gaming state. With the goal.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to claim 1 of the present application satisfies the variable display execution condition (for example, the game ball wins at the start winning opening provided in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6). A plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols) each of which can be identified based on the fact that a variable display start condition (for example, the previous special symbol game or the big hit gaming state by the special symbol display device 4 ends) is established later. And a variable display device (for example, special symbol display device 4 or image display device 5) that variably displays the identification information, and the variable information display result of the identification information is a predetermined specific display result (for example, a big hit symbol or a big hit). A game machine (for example, pachinko game machine 1 or the like) that is controlled to a specific game state (for example, a big hit game state) that is advantageous to the player Whether to control to the specific game state and the game state after the specific game state is ended is any of a plurality of types of special game states (for example, first and second probability variation game states or time reduction states, etc.) A game state determination means (for example, a part where the CPU 111 executes the display result determination process in step S201 or a part where the game state determination process in step S202 is executed). Etc.) and gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state based on the determination by the gaming state determination means (for example, after the CPU 111 executes processing such as steps S343, S232, S233, steps S303 to S306, S308, S403 to (S406, S408, S422, etc.) Effect state control means (for example, the CPU 131 performs steps S504 to S513 and the first step S514) that controls the effect state to be one of a plurality of types of effect states (for example, the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4). The game state determination means has a higher probability of being controlled to the specific game state than the normal game state, and the variable display of the variable mode display is determined. First special gaming state determination means (for example, the random number extracted in step S323) that determines that the execution condition is controlled to the first special gaming state (for example, the first probability variable gaming state, etc.) that is more easily established than the normal gaming state. When MR4 is any one of “1” to “40”, the CPU 111 executes the process of step S324), and the special feature Decided to control to the second special gaming state (for example, time shortening state, etc.) where the probability of being controlled to the fixed gaming state is the same as the normal gaming state and the execution condition of the variable display is more easily established than the normal gaming state Second special gaming state determination means (for example, a portion where the CPU 111 executes the process of step S324 when the random number MR4 extracted in step S323 is any one of “41” to “60”). The gaming state control means is a first special gaming state control means for controlling the first special gaming state based on the determination by the first special gaming state determination means (for example, the CPU 111 turns on the probability change confirmation flag in step S324). A unit that sets the state and updates the value of the probability variation mode flag to “2” in step S330, and then executes the process of step S343. Etc.) and second special gaming state control means for controlling to the second special gaming state based on the determination by the second special gaming state determination means (for example, the CPU 111 sets the short time determination flag to the on state in step S324) After that, after the control of the first special game state control means to the first special game state, etc., the variable display count of the identification information has reached a predetermined number. Accordingly, the first special gaming state is terminated, and the probability of being controlled to the specific gaming state is higher than that in the normal gaming state, and the execution condition of the variable display is as easily established as the normal gaming state. Third special game state control means (for example, a probability change confirmation flag is on) that controls the third special game state (for example, the second probability variation game state) until the specific game state is reached. When the value of the probability variation mode flag is “2”, the CPU 111 executes the process of step S343, and then executes the process of steps S232 and S233 according to the determination of Yes in step S231). After being controlled to the second special gaming state by the second special gaming state control means, the second special gaming state is terminated in response to the variable display count of the identification information reaching a predetermined number of times, and the normal gaming state Special game state ending means (for example, the CPU 111 executes the process of step S343 when the time reduction determination flag is on), and then executes the processes of steps S232 and S233 according to the determination of Yes in step S231. And the effect state control means includes the first special game state control means by the first special game state control means. Based on either when the gaming state is ended or when the second special gaming state is ended by the special gaming state ending means, the effect state in the gaming machine is selected from the plurality of types of effect states. Common effect state control means for controlling to the same first effect state (for example, the first effect mode # 1) (for example, the part where the CPU 131 executes the process of step S505 in response to the determination of Yes in step S504, or step S506) Based on the determination of Yes in step S513), and when the second special gaming state is ended by the special gaming state ending unit, the common effect state control unit controls the first After being controlled to the effect state, it is determined whether or not to end the first effect state by executing variable display of the identification information. First production state end determination means (for example, a part that executes the processes of steps S523 and S526 in response to the determination of Yes in step S521 after the CPU 131 executes the processes of steps S511 to S513), and the like. The first effect state is terminated based on the determination that the first effect state end determination means ends the first effect state, and a second effect state (for example, different from the first effect state) (for example, Second effect state control means (for example, the part where the CPU 131 executes the process of step S527 in response to the determination of Yes in step S526) to be controlled to the second effect mode # 2, etc., and the third special game state Based on the completion of the first special gaming state by the control means, the first performance is controlled by the common performance state control means. After the state is controlled, first effect state control means (for example, the CPU 131 executes the process of step S505 after the effect state in the gaming machine is not controlled to the second effect state until the specific game state is reached, then the process proceeds to step S521. And the first special gaming state control means is controlled to the first special gaming state, or the second special gaming state control means is controlled to the second special gaming state. And a third effect state control means for controlling the effect state in the gaming machine to a third effect state corresponding to being either the first or the second special game state, It viewed including the gaming state control means, after the specific game state is completed, ease the variable display of the execution conditions include the first special game state is established as compared with the normal gaming state Any one of the first gaming state and the second gaming state including the third special gaming state and the execution condition of the variable display being as easily established as the normal gaming state. And the gaming state determining means is configured to control each of the first and second gaming states according to which one of the first and second gaming states is controlled by the gaming state control means. Which game state is to be controlled is determined by using data for determination that is different in the ratio at which control is determined.

3. The gaming machine according to claim 2, wherein the effect state control means changes the effect state in the gaming machine to the first special game state in response to being controlled to the first special game state by the first special game state control means. Start-time effect state control means (for example, a game state notification # 1 command received from the main board 11) that can be controlled to a fourth effect state (for example, the third effect mode # 3) corresponding to being in one special game state In response, the CPU 131 includes a part for executing the process of step S544).

  4. The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein the effect state control means changes the effect state in the gaming machine to the first effect state based on the end of the second special game state by the special game state end means. Including an end-time effect state determining means (for example, a part where the CPU 131 executes the process of step S509), and the common effect state control means is configured to perform the second game state end means by the special game state end means. When the special gaming state is ended, the first effect state is controlled based on the fact that the end effect state determining means determines to control to the first effect state (for example, the CPU 131 controls step S509). The part that executes the process of step S513 according to the determination of Yes in step S513).

5. The gaming machine according to claim 4, wherein the first presentation state end determination means is controlled to the first presentation state by the common presentation state control means, and then the variable display count of the identification information reaches a specific count. Until the end determination limiting means for limiting the determination to end the first effect state (for example, the CPU 131 performs the first effect mode end determination process without executing the process of step S527 in response to the determination of No in step S523). And a specific number setting means for setting, as the specific number, a variable display number that is smaller than the reciprocal of the probability of being controlled to the specific gaming state in the first or third special gaming state .

6. The gaming machine according to claim 5 , wherein the first special gaming state control means controls the first special gaming state, or the second special gaming state control means controls the second special gaming state. On the basis of any of the above, a condition presenting means for presenting the player with the same condition different from the specific display result as an achievement condition for controlling to the specific game state is provided.

  The present invention has the following effects.

According to the gaming machine of claim 1, the first special game state is ended by the third special game state control means, or the second special game state is ended by the special game state end means. Based on either, the common effect state control means controls the effect state in the gaming machine to the same first effect state among the plurality of types of effect states.
As a result, when being controlled to the first effect state, there may be a case of the third special game state and a case of the normal game state, and the second special game state is ended and the normal game state is entered. At any time, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for being in a special game state, and to prevent the interest of the game from deteriorating.
In addition, after being controlled to the first effect state by the common effect state control means based on the end of the second special game state by the special game state ending means, in response to execution of variable display of the identification information, Whether or not to end the first effect state is determined by the first effect state end determination means. Then, based on the determination to end the first effect state, the second effect state control means ends the first effect state and controls to the second effect state.
Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the player's expectation that the player is in the special game state from being lowered due to the first effect state being continued for a long period of time despite being controlled in the normal game state.
In addition, it corresponds to either the first or second special gaming state depending on whether it is controlled to the first special gaming state or the second special gaming state. Control to the third performance state is possible.
Further, the proportion of the decision to control each of the first and second gaming states differs depending on which of the first and second gaming states is controlled by the gaming state control means It becomes.
Thereby, the interest of the player with respect to the current gaming state can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

In the gaming machine according to claim 2, the effect state in the gaming machine according to being controlled to the first special game state can be controlled to the fourth effect state corresponding to being in the first special game state. And
Thereby, it becomes possible to control to various production | presentation states, and the interest of a game can be improved.

In the gaming machine according to claim 3, when the second special gaming state is ended, the common effect is based on the fact that the end effect state determining means determines to control to the first effect state. The state control means controls to the first effect state.
Thereby, it becomes possible to control to various production | presentation states, and the interest of a game can be improved.

In the gaming machine according to claim 4, until the variable display count of the identification information reaches a specific count, the first effect state end determination means determines that the first effect state is ended by the end determination limit means. To restrict.
Thereby, when it is in the 1st production state when it is controlled by the normal game state, the fall of the game entertainment sense by the 1st production state being completed in a short period can be prevented.
In addition, a variable display count smaller than the reciprocal of the probability of being controlled to the specific gaming state in the first or third special gaming state can be set as the specific number of times.

In the gaming machine according to claim 5, being controlled to the first special game state, or based on any of it controlled by the second special game state, achieved for controlling the specific game state As a condition, the same condition different from the specific display result can be presented to the player.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. Above the central position of the game area, a special symbol display device 4 is provided that displays (variably displays) a special symbol as identifiable identification information in a variable manner. In addition, the installation position of the special symbol display device 4 is not limited to the upper center position of the game area, and may be installed at an arbitrary position, for example, inside or outside the game area.

  Below the special symbol display device 4 shown in FIG. 1, for example, a decorative symbol as a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from the special symbol is variably displayed, or an image that is a predetermined effect display is displayed. An image display device 5 capable of displaying a plurality of types of effect images is provided. Below the image display device 5, an ordinary variable winning ball device 6 that forms a start winning opening is arranged. Below the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6, a special variable winning ball apparatus 7 that forms a large winning opening and an ordinary symbol display apparatus 20 are provided. The normal symbol display device 20 includes a light emitting diode (LED) or the like, and an execution condition is that a game ball that has passed through a passing gate 41 provided in the gaming area is detected by the gate switch 21 (FIG. 2). In the normal view game, lighting, blinking, coloring, etc. are controlled. When a display with a predetermined hit pattern is performed in this normal figure game, the display result in the normal figure game is "win" (normal hit), and the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is set for a predetermined time. Tilt is controlled until elapses.

  The special symbol display device 4 includes, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs. The special symbol display device 4 is performed based on the fact that the variable display start condition is satisfied after the variable display execution condition is satisfied by the winning of the game ball to the start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6. In a special game as a variable display game, for example, a special symbol composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9” is variably displayed. Each special symbol is assigned a symbol number corresponding to each special symbol, for example, the same number as the number indicated by each symbol. The special symbol display device 4 variably displays more types of symbols such as numbers indicating “00” to “99” in order to make it difficult for the player to grasp a specific stop symbol. It may be configured to.

  In the special symbol game performed by the special symbol display device 4, after a predetermined time has elapsed after the special symbol variable display is started, the fixed special symbol which is the variable symbol variable display result is stopped (displayed). At this time, if the special symbol display device 4 stops and displays a specific special symbol (big hit symbol) as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, it becomes a “big hit” as a specific display result, which is different from the big bonus symbol. If the special symbol (small hit symbol) is stopped and displayed, “small hit” is displayed, and if the special symbol other than the big bonus symbol and the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, “lost” is displayed.

  When the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state as the specific gaming state by opening and closing the opening / closing plate provided in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment, as a specific example, a special symbol indicating “3” or “7” is a big hit symbol, a special symbol indicating “5” is a small bonus symbol, and other numerical values are used. The special symbol that indicates is a lost symbol. Of the jackpot symbols, a special symbol indicating “3” is a 2-round jackpot symbol, and a special symbol indicating “7” is a 15-round jackpot symbol.

  In the jackpot gaming state based on the fact that the 15-round jackpot symbol “7” is stopped and displayed in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4, the open / close plate of the special variable winning ball device 7 is kept for a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or Opened in a period until a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls are generated, and while it is being opened, it receives a game ball falling on the surface of the game board 2 and then closes it once for one round. Ends. The round as the open / close cycle can be repeated up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 15 rounds).

  On the other hand, in the big hit game state based on the fact that the two round big hit symbol “3” is stopped and displayed in the special figure game, the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is shorter than the predetermined period (for example, 2 1 round), and then closed to complete one round. Then, the round as the opening / closing cycle is executed a number of times (for example, two rounds) smaller than the predetermined upper limit number.

  In the small hit game state based on the fact that the small hit symbol “5” is stopped and displayed in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4, the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball device 7 is operated a predetermined number of times (for example, twice). ) Until a predetermined period of time (for example, 2 seconds) is reached, and then closed. That is, in the small hit game state, the big winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is the same operation mode as the big hit game state based on the fact that the two round big hit symbol “3” is stopped and displayed in the special figure game. Should be opened.

  The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD or the like, and may be any device that performs screen display by a dot matrix method using a large number of pixels (pixels). On the display screen of the image display device 5, each can be identified by a variable display section as a display area divided into three, for example, corresponding to the special symbol variable display in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4. Various kinds of decorative designs are variably displayed.

  As a specific example, variable display portions “left”, “middle”, and “right” are arranged on the image display device 5, and decorative symbols are variably displayed on the variable display portions. When the special symbol variable display on the special symbol display device 4 is started, variable display of decorative symbols (for example, switching) is performed on the “left”, “middle”, and “right” variable display units in the image display device 5. Display and scroll display) is started, and after that, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4, the “left”, “middle”, “ The fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result of the decorative pattern is stopped and displayed (derived display) at each variable display section “right”. In addition, each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” variable display portions can be moved within the display area of the image display device 5 so that the decorative symbols can be displayed in a reduced or enlarged manner. Also good.

  In each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” variable display sections, for example, seven types of symbols (alphanumeric characters “1” to “7”, Chinese numerals “one” to “seven”, seven character images, A combination of alphanumeric characters and character images, or a combination of Chinese numerals and character images, etc. The character image indicates, for example, a person or animal, an object other than these, a symbol such as a character, or any other figure. The effect image may be displayed as a decorative pattern in a variable manner. A corresponding symbol number is assigned to each of the decorative symbols. As an example, in the “left”, “middle” and “right” variable display sections, when variable display of decorative symbols is started, switching display and scroll display from small to large symbols are performed. When the decorative symbol with the maximum symbol number “7” is displayed, the decorative symbol with the minimum symbol number “1” is displayed. Alternatively, when a display symbol with the smallest symbol number “1” is displayed by performing switching display or scrolling display from the largest symbol number to the smallest symbol number, the symbol number with the largest symbol number “7” is displayed next. A certain decorative pattern may be displayed.

  After the decorative symbol variable display is started, if the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4 becomes the big hit symbol “7” for 15 rounds, “left”, “middle”, “right” In each of the variable display sections, the fixed decorative symbols constituting a predetermined jackpot combination are stopped and displayed. For example, the final decorative combination that is a big hit combination may be one in which the same decorative symbols are stopped and displayed on the predetermined active line in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” variable display portions. That's fine. As an example, the effective lines are the horizontal direction consisting of only the upper stage, only the middle stage, and only the lower stage in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” variable display areas, and the upper and middle lines of the “left” variable display section. ”In the diagonal direction consisting of the middle stage in the variable display section and the lower stage in the“ right ”variable display section, or the middle stage and“ right ”in the lower stage in the“ left ”variable display section and the“ middle ”variable display section. What is necessary is just to be predetermined in the diagonal direction etc. which consist of the upper stage in a display part.

  On the other hand, after the decorative symbol variable display is started, when the special symbol confirmed by the special symbol display device 4 in the special symbol game becomes “3” for the two round big hit symbol, “left”, “middle” ”,“ Right ”variable display portions, a symbol number corresponding to a predetermined combination of predetermined decorative symbols (for example,“ Left ”,“ Middle ”,“ Right ”) predetermined as a first chance is displayed. 1 ”,“ 3 ”and“ 5 ”) are stopped and displayed. In addition, when the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4 is the small hit symbol “5”, each of the variable display portions “left”, “middle”, and “right” can be combined with a big hit combination. As the second chance item different from the first chance item, the symbol numbers “3”, “1”, “ 5 ”) is stopped and displayed.

  In this embodiment, the decorative symbol with the symbol number “7” is set as a certain probability fixed symbol, and the other decorative symbols are set as a positive variable uncertain symbol. When the same probability variation fixed symbols are all stopped on the active line as variable display results of the decorative symbols, the probability variation determined big hit is obtained as a predetermined specific display result (big hit display result). On the other hand, when the same probability variation undetermined symbols are all stopped and displayed on the active line as the variable display result of the decorative symbols, the probability variation undetermined big hit as a jackpot display result different from the probability variation definite big hit is obtained. In addition, when a combination of a predetermined definite decorative symbol that becomes the first chance on the active line is stopped and displayed as a variable display result of the decorative symbol, it is suddenly generated as a big hit display result that is different from the probability variable definite big hit or the probability variable undefinite big hit. Probable big hit. As a result of the variable display of decorative symbols, a small hit is made when a predetermined combination of decorative symbols that are the second chance different from the first chance on the active line is stopped and displayed.

  When the probability change big hit is reached, after the big hit gaming state based on the probability change big hit, the first positive change gaming state which is one of a plurality of types of special game states is set. In addition, when the probability variation indefinite big hit or sudden sudden probability big hit is reached, after the big hit gaming state based on the display result is ended, the first positive variation gaming state may be entered at a predetermined rate. In addition, when a sudden winning jackpot based on the display result is finished, a second winning gaming state, which is one of the special gaming states different from the first odd gaming state at a predetermined rate after the jackpot gaming state based on the display result is completed. Sometimes. When the probable indefinite big hit is reached, after the big hit gaming state based on the display result is finished, the time reduction state which is one of the special gaming states different from the first probable gaming state and the second probable gaming state at a predetermined rate It may become. When a small hit is made, even after the small hit gaming state ends, the game state before the small hit gaming state is continuously controlled. In addition, in the small hit gaming state, settings relating to the special gaming state such as the first probability changing gaming state, the second probability changing gaming state, and the time reduction state are maintained without being initialized. As described above, in this embodiment, among the plurality of types of special game states, the first certain variation game state as the first special game state, the time shortening state as the second special game state, and the third special game state A second probability variation gaming state as a state is included.

  In the first probability variation game state, the probability that the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decoration symbol becomes a big hit and is controlled to the big hit game state is improved so as to be higher than the normal game state. Probability state. Note that the normal gaming state is a gaming state other than the big hit gaming state or the special gaming state, and the probability of being controlled to the big hit gaming state is controlled to be the same as the initial setting state immediately after the power is turned on. Further, in the first probability variation game state, for example, the variable display time in the normal diagram game by the normal symbol display device 20 is shorter than in the normal game state, and there is a probability that the display result is a winning symbol in each normal diagram game. Improvement, the tilting time of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is longer than that in the normal gaming state, and the number of tilts of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is longer than that in the normal gaming state. By increasing or combining them, the variable display execution condition in the special game is improved so as to be more easily established than in the normal game state, and the start winning opening is advantageously opened. In the normal game state, the variable display execution condition in the special game is less likely to be established than in the advantageous open state, and the start winning opening is in the normal open state.

  When the game is controlled to the first probability variable game state after the big hit game state is ended based on the fact that the variable display result of the decorative symbol is the probability change confirmed big hit or the sudden probability change big hit, then the special symbol or the decorative symbol is changed. Until the display result becomes a big hit and is controlled to the big hit gaming state, it is continuously controlled to the first probability variable gaming state. As described above, when the first probability change game state is controlled based on the probability change big hit or the sudden probability change big hit, the first probability change until the variable display result is a big hit without the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game. It becomes a gaming state. On the other hand, if the big win gaming state based on the fact that the variable display result of the decorative symbol is a probable indefinite big jackpot is ended and then the first probable gaming state is controlled, the special symbol or the decorative symbol is variablely displayed. When the result is not a big hit and the variable display count (the number of executions of the special display game or the variable display of the decorative design) reaches a predetermined number (for example, 100), the first certain change game state ends and the second Probability game state. As described above, when the game is controlled to the first probability variation game state based on the probability variation indefinite big hit, there is an upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game, and when the upper limit is reached, even if the variable display result is the big hit. Even if not, the first probability variation gaming state ends.

  In the time shortening state, the probability that the variable display result is a big hit in each special figure game and is controlled to the big hit gaming state is the same as the normal gaming state. That is, in the time shortening state, the high probability state for the special game is not a high probability state but a low probability state. On the other hand, in the time reduction state, the variable display time, which is the time from the start of variable display of the special symbol in the special game to the stop of the confirmed special symbol as a display result, is shorter than that in the normal game state. Controlled to shorten. In the time shortened state, the start winning opening is advantageously opened, and the variable display execution condition in the special game is more likely to be established than in the normal game state, as in the first probability variable game state. improves. In this embodiment, the variable display time is controlled to be shorter than that in the normal game state even in the first probability variable game state. When the time reduction state is controlled, the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is not a big hit, and the variable display number (the number of executions of the variable display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol) is a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times), the time reduction state ends and the normal gaming state is established.

  In the second probability variation game state, a high probability state for the special figure game is entered, while the start winning opening is normally opened, and the variable display start condition in the special figure game is about the same as the normal game state. It is easy. When controlled to the second probability variable gaming state, it is continuously controlled to the second probability variable gaming state until the variable display result of the special symbol or decoration symbol becomes a big hit and controlled to the big hit gaming state. Will be.

  In this embodiment, the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to one of the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4. In the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4, the display mode of the effect image on the image display device 5, the sound output mode from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting display mode of the game effect lamp 9, etc. Various production operation modes are different. The effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is switched to any of the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4 based on the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the like. In addition to the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4, the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be prepared so that it can be switched by the player's selection. For example, within a period during which a predetermined demonstration screen (demonstration screen) is displayed on the image display device 5, a predetermined position of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a lower left position of the gaming machine frame 3 or a table surface provided with a game ball tray) It is only necessary to be able to switch in response to detection of a predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) of an operation button provided on the above.

  In addition, the image display device 5 has a special symbol start memory display area for displaying the number of reserved memories (the number of special figure reserved memories) as the number of effective winning balls won in the start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6. It may be provided. In the special symbol start memory display area, a winning display is performed in response to an effective start winning when the special figure reservation storage number is less than a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). As a specific example, when 1 is added to the special figure reservation storage number, one of the display parts that is normally blue (for example, the leftmost display part among the display parts that are blue) is displayed in red. Change. Further, when 1 is subtracted from the special figure reserved storage number, one of the display parts displayed in red (for example, the display part at the right end of the display part in red) is returned to blue display. Alternatively, in the special symbol start storage display area, a number indicating the special figure reserved memory number may be displayed so that the player or the like can recognize the special figure reserved memory number. Further, a display (special symbol start memory display) for displaying the number of special symbol hold memories may be provided separately from the special symbol start memory display area arranged in the display area of the image display device 5.

  The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is an electric tulip-type accessory (a normal tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces which are controlled to move between a vertical (normally open) position and a tilt (enlarged open) position by a solenoid 81 (FIG. 2). It has an electric accessory) and forms a start winning opening. The game ball that has entered the start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is detected by the start opening switch 22 (FIG. 2), and an execution condition (starting condition) for executing the special game based on the detection. ) Holds. Based on the detection of the game ball by the start port switch 22, a predetermined number (for example, four) of prize balls are paid out.

  The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes an opening / closing plate that opens and closes a large winning opening serving as a winning area by a solenoid 82 (FIG. 2). The opening / closing plate is in a state in which the big prize opening is closed at a normal time, for example, before the big hit gaming state occurs after the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on. On the other hand, when the big win game state or the small hit game state is entered based on the variable display result in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4, the solenoid 82 generates a winning ball for a predetermined period or a predetermined number of winning balls. After opening in the period until, close. When a game ball enters the big prize opening opened by the opening / closing plate in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, a predetermined number is determined based on the detection of the gaming ball by the count switch 23 (FIG. 2). A prize ball of (for example, “15”) is paid out.

  Note that a game ball that has entered one area (V prize area; special area) among the game balls led to the back of the game board 2 after winning the grand prize winning port is detected by a predetermined V prize switch and then the count switch The game ball detected at 23 and entering the other area may be detected by the count switch 23 as it is. In this case, a solenoid for switching the route in the special winning opening may be provided on the back of the game board 2. Then, in each round other than the final round in the big hit gaming state, the detection of the game ball by the V winning switch may be a condition for transitioning to the next round. Alternatively, without providing the V winning area, it is possible to always shift to the next round in each round other than the final round in the big hit gaming state.

  In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill with a built-in lamp, an out port, and the like. Speakers 8L and 8R as sound effect generators for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3. Further, a game effect lamp 9 as an electric decoration member is provided in the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED included in the electrical decoration member may be installed around each structure (for example, the normal variable winning ball device 6 or the special variable winning ball device 7) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. An operation knob (hit ball operation handle) 30 that is operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball is provided at the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3.

  Further, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter referred to as “card unit”) may be installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1. The card unit enables ball lending according to the value specified from the recorded information of the inserted prepaid card. The card unit includes a usable lamp that indicates whether or not the card unit is in a usable state, a connecting table direction indicator that indicates whether the card unit is compatible with the left or right pachinko gaming machine 1, and a card in the card unit. When checking the card insertion indicator lamp indicating that the card is inserted, the card insertion slot into which the card as a recording medium is inserted, and the card reader / writer mechanism provided on the back of the card insertion slot, the card unit is A card unit lock is provided for opening. The card unit may be installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 as a separate body from the pachinko gaming machine 1 or may be integrated with the pachinko gaming machine 1. In addition, a game ball corresponding to the amount may be lent out in accordance with coin insertion.

  For example, a main board 11 and an effect control board 12 as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. The main board 11 and the effect control board 12 are arranged at appropriate positions on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and for example, an effect control INT signal signal for transmitting / receiving an effect control signal line or a strobe signal between the two boards. Wires are wired. The effect control board 12 may be configured by a plurality of independent boards such as an effect control board, a sound control board, and a lamp control board, or may be configured as a single board in which these are combined. In addition, various control boards such as a power supply board that supplies power supply voltage, a payout control board, and an information terminal board are arranged on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Further, a signal relay board 13 for relaying various control signals transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is also provided between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12.

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. Each has a function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like. Further, the main board 11 controls the variable symbol display in the special symbol display device 4 by controlling the lighting / extinguishing of each segment constituting the special symbol display device 4, while the normal symbol display device 20 is turned on. The variable display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display device 20 is controlled by performing / flashing / coloring control. The main board 11 includes, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 101 that receives detection signals from various switches for game ball detection and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100, and the game control microcomputer 100. A solenoid circuit 102 that outputs a drive signal for each of the solenoids 81 and 82 according to the command is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, wiring for receiving detection signals from the gate switch 21, the start port switch 22, and the count switch 23 is connected to the main board 11. Note that the gate switch 21, the start port switch 22, and the count switch 23 may have any configuration that can detect a game ball as a game medium, such as a sensor. In addition, the main board 11 is provided with wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 to the solenoid 81 and opening / closing control of the opening / closing plate in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. A wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing the operation to the solenoid 82 is connected. Further, the main board 11 is connected to a wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control of the special symbol display device 4 and the normal symbol display device 20.

  Such a control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted as an electric signal. FIG. 3A is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in this embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit of the EXT data is “0”. Note that the command form shown in FIG. 3A is an example, and other command forms may be used. In this example, the control command is composed of two control signals. However, the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

  In the example shown in FIG. 3A, the command 80XXh is a variable display start command that is transmitted when the special symbol display device 4 starts the variable symbol special symbol display in the special symbol game. XXh indicates an unspecified hexadecimal number and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the instruction content by the effect control command. In the variable display start command, different EXT data is set corresponding to a variable display pattern of a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In this embodiment, a plurality of types of normal losing patterns are prepared as variable display patterns for deriving and displaying a definitive decorative symbol of a losing combination without the decorative symbol variable display mode becoming reach. It should be noted that the definite decorative symbols of the combination of combinations is a definite decorative symbol of a combination different from the predetermined decorative symbols of a predetermined combination such as a jackpot combination or a chance eye. A plurality of types of reach patterns are prepared as variable display patterns for deriving and displaying a definite decorative combination of a big hit combination or a lost combination after setting the variable display mode of the decorative design as reach. Furthermore, a sudden probability variation pattern and a small hit pattern are prepared as variable display patterns for deriving and displaying a predetermined combination of definite decorative symbols, such as a sudden probability variation big hit and a chance hit in a small hit.

  Here, the reach means that a decorative display (referred to as a reach variation pattern) that has not yet been derived and displayed when the decorative pattern derived and displayed on the image display device 5 forms a part of the jackpot combination is a variable display. It is a display mode that is being performed, or a display mode in which all or some of the decorative symbols are synchronously displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol. Specifically, the variable display on the active line that has not been stopped and displayed when the symbols constituting the predetermined jackpot combination are stopped and displayed on some of the variable display portions on the predetermined active line. Display modes (for example, “left”, “middle”, “right” variable display units provided in the display area include “left”, “right” variable display units) A display mode in which the variable display part of “medium” is still displayed in a variable state while the part of the big hit symbol (for example, a decorative symbol indicating the number “7”) is stopped and displayed is valid. A display mode in which all or some of the decorative symbols on the variable display portion on the line are variably displayed synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol (for example, “left”, “ Fluctuation display is performed on all of the `` middle '' and `` right '' variable display sections. Which state is displayed is also display mode variable display in a manner that is aligned the same decorative design is being performed). Also, during the reach, unusual effects may be performed with lamps or sounds. This production is called reach production. In addition, during the reach, the image display device 5 displays a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative design, changes the display mode of the background, and changes the decorative display mode of the decorative design. It may change. This change in character display, background display mode, and decorative pattern variation mode is referred to as reach effect display.

  A command 8100h shown in FIG. 3A is a variable display end command that is transmitted when the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is ended. The command 90XXh is a display result notification command indicating the type of variable display result of special symbols and decorative symbols. In the display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 3B, different EXT data is set corresponding to the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. In the example shown in FIG. 3B, the command 9001h is a display result notification # 1 command and indicates that the display result is normal loss. In the case of normal losing, the losing symbol is derived and displayed as a display result in the special game, and the fixed decorative symbol of the losing combination is derived and displayed without reaching the variable display mode of the decorative symbol. A command 9002h is a display result notification # 2 command indicating that the display result is reach loss. In the case of reach lose, the lost symbol is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game, and after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is reached, the fixed decorative symbol of the lost combination is derived and displayed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 3B, the command 9003h is a display result notification # 3 command and indicates that the display result is a probable change decisive hit. In the case of a probable confirmed big hit, a special symbol showing “7”, which is a 15-round big hit symbol, is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game, and after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol reaches reach, it is on the active line. The same probability change fixed symbols (decorative symbols with the symbol number “7”) are all derived and displayed. A command 9004h is a display result notification # 4 command and indicates that the display result is a probable variable indefinite big hit. In the case of a probable indefinite big hit, a special symbol indicating “7”, which is a 15-round big hit symbol, is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game, and after the variable symbol display mode of the decorative symbol reaches reach, it is on the active line. The same probability variation uncertain symbols (decorative symbols other than the symbol number “7”) are all derived and displayed.

  In the example shown in FIG. 3B, the command 9005h is a display result notification # 5 command and indicates that the display result is a sudden probability big hit. In the case of a sudden probability change jackpot, a special symbol indicating “2”, which is a two-round jackpot symbol, is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game. A predetermined combination of decorative decorative symbols is derived and displayed. A command 9006h is a display result notification # 6 command and indicates that the display result is a small hit. In the case of small hits, a special symbol indicating “5”, which is a small hit symbol, is derived and displayed as a display result in the special game, and a second chance chance is displayed on the active line as a variable display result of the decorative symbol. A predetermined combination of decorative symbols is derived and displayed.

  The command A000h shown in FIG. 3 (A) is a big prize opening opening game start command transmitted in response to the start of a game for opening the big prize opening formed by the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. For example, when the variable display result of a special symbol or decorative design is one of the display results of the probability change big hit, the probability change indefinite big hit, or the sudden probability change big hit, the big hit gaming state is started, When the small hit gaming state based on the result of the small hit display is started, a big prize opening opening game start command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. The command A1XXh is a round number notification command indicating the number of rounds to be started when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state. The command B000h is a large winning opening releasing game end command transmitted in response to the end of the game for opening the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. For example, when the big hit gaming state ends or when the small hit gaming state ends, the main winning board opening game end command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  A command C0XXh shown in FIG. 3A is a gaming state notification command indicating a gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the gaming state notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 3C, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to any gaming state among the first and second probability variation gaming state, the time shortening state, and the normal gaming state. Different EXT data is set according to whether or not to do so. In the example shown in FIG. 3C, the command C001h is a game state notification # 1 command. The command C001h is changed to the first probability variable game state, and the first game until the big hit is reached without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special game. 1 indicates that the probable gaming state will continue. The command C002h is a game state notification # 2 command indicating that the state shifts to the first probability variable gaming state and that the first probability variable gaming state is reached with the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special-purpose game.

  A command C003h shown in FIG. 3A is a game state notification # 3 command, and indicates that a transition to the second probability variable gaming state is made. Command C004h is a command for gaming state notification # 4, and indicates that the state is shifted to the time reduction state. Command C005h is a command for gaming state notification # 5, and indicates that a transition to the normal gaming state is made.

  FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11. The game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 4 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 111, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 112, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 113, and a random number circuit 114. And an input / output port 115. The random number circuit 114 may be mounted on an LSI (Large Scale Integration) chip separate from the game control microcomputer 100. The CPU 111 reads a user program and data stored in the ROM 112, and uses the RAM 113 as a work area to perform a control operation according to the program.

  In the gaming control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 4, for example, the random number circuit 114 generates all or a part of various random numbers used on the main board 11 side. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram illustrating random numbers used on the main board 11 side. As shown in FIG. 5, in this embodiment, on the side of the main board 11, a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for normal hit, a random value MR3 for determining a variable display pattern, a game Random values such as the random number MR4 for determining the state, the random value MR5 for determining the probability variation mode, and the random value MR6 for determining the sudden variation mode are used, and all or a part of the numerical data representing these random values is a random number. The circuit 114 is controlled so that it can be updated. In order to enhance the gaming effect, random numbers other than these may be used on the main board 11 side. In addition, the numerical data indicating a part of the random number values MR1 to MR6 may be counted by the CPU 111 using a random counter different from the random number circuit 114 and updated by software.

  The random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is used to determine whether the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in a specific gaming state such as a big hit gaming state or a small hit gaming state based on the variable display result in the special figure game. For example, a value in the range of “1” to “65535”. That is, the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is used to determine whether the type of the variable display result in the special figure game is a big hit, a small hit, or a loss. The random number MR2 for determining the normal hit is a random value used for determining whether or not the display result of the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display device 20 is “win”. For example, “1” to “ 14 ".

  The random value MR3 for determining the variable display pattern is a random number value for display used to determine the variable display pattern of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance. For example, “1” A value in the range of “256” is taken. The random number MR4 for determining the game state is used to determine the game contents in the big hit game state, the game state to be shifted to after the end of the big hit game state, etc. when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decoration symbol is a big hit. This is a random value to be used, for example, a value in the range of “1” to “80”. Here, the game content in the jackpot gaming state is, for example, whether the upper limit number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state is 15 round jackpots set to 15 rounds or 2 round jackpots set to 2 rounds in the special figure game. The variable display result is determined in accordance with whether to make a special symbol indicating “7” which is a 15-round jackpot symbol or a special symbol indicating “3” which is a 2-round jackpot symbol.

  When it is determined that the random number value MR5 for determining the probability change mode is 15 rounds jackpot and that the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 after the end of the jackpot gaming state is the first probability varying gaming state. This is a random value used to determine whether the first probability variable gaming state is continued without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game or with the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. The value is in the range of “1” to “100”. Here, when it is determined that the 15th round is a big hit, and the first probability variable gaming state is determined after the jackpot gaming state ends, the first probability variable gaming state is continued without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special game. Whether to continue with the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game is determined in accordance with whether the variable display result of the decorative symbol is the probability variation fixed big hit or the probability variation fixed big hit.

  When the random value MR6 for suddenly changing probability mode is determined to be the big hit of two rounds, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set to any one of the first probability changing gaming state and the second probability changing gaming state. Is a random number value used to determine whether to control to, for example, a value in the range of “1” to “100”.

  In addition to the game control user program, the ROM 112 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 4 stores various data tables used for controlling the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 112 stores table data constituting a plurality of determination tables and determination tables prepared for the CPU 111 to make various determinations and determinations. The determination table includes a display result determination table that is referred to in order to determine which display result is a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol in a special figure game. A normal hit determination table that is referred to for determining whether or not the display result is “winning”, and for determining the control contents when the gaming state is controlled to one of the first and second probability variation gaming states. It includes a probability change mode determination table to be referred to.

  As a specific example of the display result determination table, in this embodiment, a low-probability display result determination table 180A shown in FIG. 6A and a high-probability display result determination table 180B shown in FIG. Stored in the ROM 112. Each of the low-probability display result determination table 180A and the high-probability display result determination table 180B is a jackpot determination value indicating that the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result uses the variable display result in the special figure game as the jackpot symbol. Consists of setting data, etc., that can determine whether the data matches the small hit determination value data indicating that it is a small hit symbol or whether it matches the loss determination value data that indicates a loss symbol Has been. In the high-probability display result determination table 180B, more random number values MR1 are set to match the jackpot determination value data than in the low-probability display result determination table 180A. That is, in the first probability variation game state and the second probability variation game state, the time for using the low probability display result determination table 180A by determining the variable display result in the special figure game using the high probability display result determination table 180B. A determination that the variable display result is a big hit symbol is made with a higher probability than in the shortened state or the normal gaming state.

  In this embodiment, in the low-probability display result determination table 180A shown in FIG. 6A, “1” to “65535”, which is a range of values taken by the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, For “2001” to “2216”, it is set so that it is determined that it matches the jackpot determination value data indicating that the variable display result in the special figure game is a jackpot symbol. On the other hand, in the high-probability display result determination table 180B shown in FIG. 6B, “2001” out of “1” to “65535” that is the range of values taken by the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. ”To“ 3308 ”are set so as to be determined to match the jackpot determination value data indicating that the variable display result in the special figure game is to be the jackpot symbol.

  Further, in the low-probability display result determination table 180A shown in FIG. 6A and the high-probability display result determination table 180B shown in FIG. 6B, the range of values taken by the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result Among “1” to “65535”, “5001” to “5054” are determined to match the small hit determination value data indicating that the variable display result in the special figure game is to be the small hit symbol. Is set as follows. That is, the probability that the variable display result in the special figure game is a small hit symbol is the same as that in the time reduction state or the normal game state even in the first probability variation game state or the second probability variation game state. It should be noted that the probability that the variable display result in the special game is a small hit symbol when in the first probability variation game state or the second probability variation game state is higher than that in the time reduction state or the normal game state. The table data in the probability display result determination table 180A and the high probability display result determination table 180B may be set. That is, in the high-probability display result determination table 180B, more random numbers MR1 may be set to match the small hit determination value data than in the low-probability display result determination table 180A.

  As a specific example of the normal hit determination table, in this embodiment, the normal open normal hit determination table 181A shown in FIG. 7A and the advantageous open normal hit determination table 181B shown in FIG. Stored in the ROM 112. In the normal opening normal hit determination table 181A and the advantageous opening normal hit determination table 181B, the normal hit determination random number MR2 indicates the normal hit determination value data indicating that the display result of the normal game is “winning”. Or setting data that makes it possible to determine whether the display result of the normal game is “lost” or not. In the advantageous opening normal hit determination table 181B, more random values MR2 are set to match the normal hit determination value data than in the normal open normal hit determination table 181A.

  In this embodiment, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to either the normal gaming state or the second probability variable gaming state and is in the normal opening state for the start winning opening, the normal opening normal hit determination table 181A Is used to determine the display result in the normal drawing game. On the other hand, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to one of the first probability variation gaming state and the time shortening state and is in the advantageous open state for the start winning opening, the advantageous opening normal hit determination table 181B is used. The display result in the normal game is determined. As a result, in the first probability variation game state and the time shortening state, the display result in the normal game is “winning” with a higher probability than in the normal game state and the second probability variation game state, and the game ball wins the start winning opening. It becomes easy to satisfy the variable display execution condition in the special game.

  As a specific example of the probability variation mode determination table, in this embodiment, the probability variation mode determination table 182A shown in FIG. 8A, the sudden opening normal probability variation mode determination table 182B shown in FIG. 8B, and FIG. The ROM 112 stores a sudden opening probability change mode determination table 182C shown in FIG.

  The probability variation mode determination table 182A shown in FIG. 8A shows the first probability variation without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game when it is determined that the first probability variation gaming state is established when the big hit is 15 rounds. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether to perform control for the game state or to perform control for the first certain variable game state with an upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game. Whether the probability variation mode determination table 182A matches the first probability variation mode determination value data indicating that the probability variation mode determination random value MR5 is in the first probability variation game state without the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special game. In the special figure game, there is an upper limit of the number of variable display times, and it is configured by setting data or the like that makes it possible to determine whether or not it matches the second probability variation mode determination value data indicating that the first probability variation gaming state is set.

  When the sudden opening probability change mode determination table 182B shown in FIG. 8B and the sudden opening probability change mode determination table 182C shown in FIG. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether to enter the first probability variation gaming state or the second probability variation gaming state. In the normal release sudden probability change mode determination table 182B and the advantageous release sudden probability change mode determination table 182C, the random value MR6 for sudden probability change mode determination is controlled to the first probability change game state, and the advantageous open state for the start winning opening It is possible to determine whether it matches with the advantageous opening determination value data indicating that it is to be performed, or whether it matches with the normal opening determination value data indicating that it is controlled to the second probability variable gaming state and is set to the normal opening state for the start winning opening. It is set from the setting data to be used. Here, in the sudden opening probability change mode determination table 182C, all random number values MR6 are associated with the advantageous opening determination value data, and the advantageous opening determination value is whatever the random value MR6 is. It is determined that the data matches.

  In this embodiment, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to either the normal gaming state or the second probability variable gaming state and is in the normal opening state for the start winning opening, the normal opening sudden probability change mode determination table The game state is determined using 182B. On the other hand, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to either the first probability variation gaming state or the time shortening state and is in the advantageous release state for the start winning opening, the sudden probability variation mode determination table 182C at the time of advantageous release is used. To determine the gaming state. As a result, when the variable display result suddenly becomes a probable big hit when the start winning opening such as the first probability variation gaming state or the time reduction state is in the advantageous opening state, the advantageous opening state for the starting winning opening ends. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a gaming state that is disadvantageous for the player as compared to a gaming state before suddenly becoming a probable big hit.

  Further, the ROM 112 stores table data constituting a gaming state determination table 183 as shown in FIG. The game state determination table 183 is referred to determine game contents in the big hit game state based on the fact that the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decoration symbol is a big hit, a game state to be transferred after the big hit game state is finished, and the like. Is a table to be played. This gaming state determination table 183 includes various random number values MR4 for determining the gaming state, such as a probability change confirmation flag, a short time confirmation flag, and a sudden probability change confirmation flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 (FIG. 13) of the RAM 113, for example. The setting data associated with the set content of the confirmation flag is configured.

  In addition, the ROM 112 stores table data constituting a gaming state flag update table 184 as shown in FIG. The game state flag update table 184 includes, for example, a state flag, an advantageous release flag, an advantageous release flag, a state corresponding to various confirmation flags, probability variation mode flags, sudden probability variation mode flags, and the like provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 of the RAM 113. It is a table that is referred to in order to update various game state flags such as an advantageous release mode flag that are set to control the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  In the determination table stored in the ROM 112, a fixed special symbol determination table for determining a fixed special symbol to be derived and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, and a variable display pattern of special symbols and decorative symbols are determined. The variable display pattern determination table is included.

  The variable display pattern determination table stored in the ROM 112 associates each variable display pattern with a random value MR3 for determining a variable display pattern, for example, so that the variable display pattern is determined based on the random value MR3 for variable display pattern determination. What is necessary is just to be comprised from the selection data etc. which enable selection. The data indicating each variable display pattern in the variable display pattern determination table is, for example, in the variable display pattern determination table or in a variable display pattern setting table different from the variable display pattern determination table. It is associated with data indicating variable display time, control data set as EXT data by a variable display start command, and the like.

  FIG. 11 shows a configuration example of a variable display pattern table 185 as an example of a variable display pattern setting table. The variable display pattern table 185 includes, for example, setting data that associates a plurality of types of variable display patterns with control data set as EXT data of a variable display start command. In this embodiment, variable display patterns A (reach) to J (reach) are prepared as variable display patterns to be reach patterns. In addition, variable display patterns K (normally lost) to N (normally lost) are prepared as variable display patterns that become normal loss patterns. Furthermore, a variable display pattern X (sudden probability change) that becomes a sudden probability change pattern and a variable display pattern Y (small hit) that becomes a small hit pattern are prepared. Here, in the case where the variable display pattern of the special symbol or the decorative design is a sudden probability variation pattern and the case where it is a small hit pattern, for example, the display mode of the effect image in the image display device 5 including the variable display mode of the decorative design It is preferable to perform the rendering operations such that the various rendering modes are the same. By performing the same effect operation as described above, whether the first probability change gaming state or the second probability change gaming state is reached after the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability variation big hit, or after the small hit gaming state based on the small hit is finished. It becomes difficult for the player to recognize whether or not the gaming state before the small hit gaming state is continuously controlled, and even when the small hit is made, the player is controlled to the first probability variation gaming state or the second probability variation gaming state. Can increase the sense of expectation.

  As a specific example of the variable display pattern determination table, in this embodiment, the big hit pattern determination table 186A shown in FIG. 12A, the reach-losing pattern determination table 186B shown in FIG. 12B, and FIG. A normal loss pattern determination table 186C shown in (C) and an advantageous open pattern determination table 186D shown in FIG.

  The big hit pattern determination table 186A shown in FIG. 12A is used to determine one of a plurality of types of reach patterns based on the random display value MR3 for determining the variable display pattern when the variable display result of the decorative design is a big hit. It is configured so that selection can be made. The reach-losing pattern determination table 186B shown in FIG. 12B shows one of a plurality of types of reach patterns based on the random display value MR3 for determining the variable display pattern when the variable display result of the decorative design is set to reach lose. It is configured so that selection can be made. The normal loss pattern determination table 186C shown in FIG. 12C is variable when the decorative symbol variable display result is normal loss in the normal open state of the start winning opening such as the second probability variable game state or the normal game state. Based on the random number MR3 for determining the display pattern, one of a plurality of types of normal loss patterns can be selected and determined. The advantageous open during pattern determination table 186D shown in FIG. 12 (D) is variable when the variable display result of the decorative symbol is normally lost in the advantageous open state of the start winning opening such as the first probability variation gaming state or the time shortening state. Based on the random number MR3 for determining the display pattern, one of a plurality of types of normal loss patterns can be selected and determined.

  Here, when the big hit pattern determination table 186A and the reach lose pattern determination table 186B are compared, the assignment of the random display pattern MR3 for determining the variable display pattern to each variable display pattern (reach type) is different. In other words, the ratio of the reach types to be selected differs depending on whether the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is lost or a big hit. Thus, the probability that the display result is a big hit will vary depending on the type of reach that appears during the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols. As described above, the probability that the display result determined for each reach type is a big hit is also referred to as a reach big hit reliability or simply a reach reliability.

  In addition, the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol in the variable display pattern M (normal loss) or the variable display pattern N (normal loss) determined by referring to the advantageous open pattern determination table 186D is a normal loss pattern. What is necessary is just to set it so that it may become short compared with the variable display time in the variable display pattern K (normal loss) or the variable display pattern L (normal loss) determined by referring to the determination table 186C. Thus, for example, in the advantageous open state for the start winning opening such as the first probability variation gaming state and the time shortening state, the special symbol and decoration are compared with the normal opening state for the start winning opening such as the normal gaming state and the second probability variation gaming state. The average variable display time of symbols is shortened. When the variable display result is lost in the first probability variation gaming state, the variable display pattern may be determined with reference to the normal loss pattern determination table 186C.

  In the RAM 113 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 4, as an area for holding various data used for controlling the game state and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, for game control as shown in FIG. A data holding area 160 is provided. The game control data holding area 160 shown in FIG. 13 includes a special figure holding storage unit 161A, a normal figure holding storage unit 161B, a confirmed special symbol storage unit 162, a game control flag setting unit 163, and a game control timer setting unit. 164, a game control counter setting unit 165, and a game control buffer setting unit 166.

  The special figure holding storage unit 161A has an execution condition for executing the special figure game by the special symbol display device 4 when the game ball enters (wins) the start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6 Stores hold information regarding the fact that the variable display start condition is not satisfied in the special figure game because the previous special figure game is being executed, or the game is in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. To do. For example, the special figure holding storage unit 161A associates with the holding number in the order of winning to the start winning opening, and the random number MR1 for jackpot determination extracted from the random number circuit 114 or the like by the CPU 111 based on the establishment of the execution condition by the winning. Is stored as pending data, and is stored until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”).

  Although the execution condition for the normal symbol display device 20 to execute the normal diagram game is satisfied when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 provided in the game area, the normal diagram hold storage unit 161B has established the conventional normal diagram game. Is stored for the reason that the variable display start condition in the normal game is not satisfied. For example, the normal diagram hold storage unit 161B associates the hold numbers with the hold numbers in the order in which the game balls have passed through the passing gate 41, and the normal hit determination extracted from the random number circuit 114 or the like by the CPU 111 based on the establishment of the execution condition by the passage. The numerical data indicating the random number MR2 is stored as pending data and is stored until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”).

  The confirmed special symbol storage unit 162 stores data indicating a confirmed special symbol derived and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4. The game control flag setting unit 163 is data for setting a plurality of types of flags that are set or cleared in accordance with the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, signals transmitted from various switches via the switch circuit 101, and the like. Remember. The game control timer setting unit 164 stores data indicating a plurality of types of timer values used for game control in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game control counter setting unit 165 stores data indicating a plurality of types of count values used for game control in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game control buffer setting unit 166 temporarily stores various data used for game control in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The circuit used for flag setting and counter / timer may be constituted by a register circuit provided separately from the RAM 113.

  The game control flag setting unit 163 includes, for example, a special symbol process flag, a normal symbol process flag, a big hit flag, a small hit flag, a normal hit flag, a probability variation confirmation flag, a probability variation mode flag, a sudden probability variation confirmation flag, a sudden probability variation mode flag, and a time reduction. A confirmation flag, a certain change flag, an advantageous release flag, an advantageous release mode flag, a reach flag, an opening end effect waiting flag, an opening / closing setting completion flag, and the like are provided.

  The special symbol process flag indicates which process should be selected and executed in the special symbol process (step S16 in FIG. 24, FIG. 25) executed corresponding to the special symbol display device 4. The normal symbol process flag indicates which process should be selected and executed in the normal symbol process (step S17 in FIG. 24, FIG. 33) executed corresponding to the normal symbol display device 20.

  When the special symbol display device 4 starts the special symbol game, the big hit flag is set to ON when it is determined that the display result in the variable symbol display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol is a big hit. . Then, when the big hit gaming state ends, the big hit flag is cleared and turned off. The small hit flag is set to the ON state when it is determined that the display result in the variable display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol is a small hit when the special symbol display device 4 starts the special symbol game. Is done. When the small hit gaming state ends, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off. The normal hit flag is set to the on state when it is determined that the display result in the normal figure game is “hit” when the normal figure game by the normal symbol display device 20 is started. Then, when the tilt control of the movable wing piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is completed based on the display result in the normal game, the normal winning flag is cleared and turned off.

  When the special symbol display device 4 starts the special symbol game, the probability variation confirmation flag determines that the display result in the variable symbol display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol will be a big hit of 15 rounds. When it is determined that the gaming state after the end is the first probability variation gaming state, the on state is set. On the other hand, when the big hit gaming state ends, the probability variation confirmation flag is cleared and turned off. When the probability change confirmation flag is set to the on state, control is performed to set the first probability variable game state without the upper limit of the variable display number in the special figure game, or the first probability variable game is set with the upper limit of the variable display number in the special figure game. The value of the probability variation mode flag is updated in accordance with the determination result of whether or not to perform control to enter the state. For example, when the first probability variation gaming state is set without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game, the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “1”. On the other hand, in the case of controlling to the first probability variation game state with the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game, the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “2”. When the probability variation confirmation flag is cleared, the value of the probability variation mode flag is initialized to “0”.

  When the special symbol display device 4 starts the special symbol game, the sudden probability change confirmation flag is turned on when it is determined that the display result in the variable symbol display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol is a two-round jackpot. Set to On the other hand, when the big hit gaming state is finished, the probability change confirmation flag is suddenly cleared and turned off. When the sudden probability change confirmation flag is set to the on state, the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is set corresponding to whether the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is the first certain variation gaming state or the second certain variation gaming state. Is updated. For example, when the first probability variation gaming state is set, the value of the probability variation mode flag is suddenly updated to “1”. On the other hand, when the second probability variation gaming state is set, the value of the probability variation mode flag is suddenly updated to “2”. When the sudden probability change confirmation flag is cleared, the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is initialized to “0”.

  When the special symbol display device 4 starts the special symbol game, the time-determined flag is determined that the display result in the variable display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol is 15 rounds, and the bonus game state is further determined. When it is determined that the gaming state after the end is to be the time shortening state, the on state is set. On the other hand, when the big hit gaming state is finished, the time-determined flag is cleared and turned off.

  The probability change flag is turned on when the big hit gaming state is finished after the big hit gaming state is controlled after being controlled to the big hit gaming state by winning a special figure game by the special symbol display device 4; Alternatively, it is set to the on state in response to the probability change confirmation flag being suddenly turned on. On the other hand, the probability change flag indicates that the number of executions of the special figure game in the first probability variable game state is, for example, 100 times when the variable display number in the special figure game is controlled to the first probability variable game state. ), Or when the special display game based on the result of the determination that the variable display result made when starting the special game is a big hit or the variable display of the decorative symbol has ended. Is turned off.

  The advantageous release flag is set to the on state in response to the gaming state being controlled to the advantageous opening state for the start winning opening such as the first probability variation gaming state or the time shortening state when the big hit gaming state ends. . On the other hand, the advantageous release flag is cleared and turned off when the first probability variation gaming state or the time reduction state ends. When the advantageous release flag is set to the on state, control is performed to set the first probability variable game state without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game, or the first probability variable game is set with the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. The value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated in accordance with the determination result of whether to perform control to make a state or to perform control to make the time reduction state. For example, the value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “1” when the first certain change game state is set without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. On the other hand, the value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “2” when the first certain change game state is controlled with the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game, or when the time reduction state is set. When the advantageous release flag is cleared, the value of the advantageous release mode flag is initialized to “0”.

  In this embodiment, the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is the first probability variable gaming state without the upper limit of the variable display number in the special figure game, and the first probability variable gaming state with the upper limit of the variable display number in the special figure game. Depending on whether the second probability variation gaming state or the time shortening state is controlled, and depending on whether the time shortening state is finished and the normal gaming state is entered, the probability variation flag, the advantageous release flag and the advantage The release mode flag is set. FIG. 14 is an explanatory diagram showing the setting of the probability changing flag, the advantageous release flag, and the advantageous release mode flag according to the gaming state.

  As shown in FIG. 14, when the pachinko gaming machine 1 enters the first probability variable gaming state without the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game, both the probability variation flag and the advantageous release flag are both set to the on state. The value of the release mode flag is set to “1”. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first probability variable gaming state with the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game, both the probability variation flag and the advantageous release flag are set to the on state, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is set. Is set to “2”. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the second probability variable gaming state, the probability changing flag is set to the on state, while the advantageous release flag is set to the off state, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is “0”. "Is set. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to be in the time shortening state, the probability changing flag is set to the off state, while the advantageous release flag is set to the on state, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is set to “2”. Updated. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the normal gaming state, both the probability changing flag and the advantageous release flag are set to the off state, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is set to “0”.

  The reach flag is set to the on state in response to the determination that the reach is lost when determining the type of display result in the special display game or the variable display of the decorative symbols. On the other hand, the reach flag is cleared and turned off, for example, in response to determining a variable display pattern corresponding to reach loss. The release waiting-time effect waiting flag is set to the on state in response to the execution of the effect for notifying that the big hit gaming state has ended, for example, when the big hit gaming state based on the 15th round big hit is ended. On the other hand, it is cleared and turned off when the effect ends. The opening / closing setting completion flag has been set for tilt control of the movable wing piece included in the normal variable winning ball device 6 based on the display result “winning” in the normal game by the normal symbol display device 20. Correspondingly, the ON state is set. On the other hand, the opening / closing setting completion flag is cleared and turned off in response to the end of the tilt control of the movable wing piece included in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6.

  The game control timer setting unit 164 includes, for example, a variable display timer that measures on the main board 11 the variable display time (total variable display time) of the special symbol that is the execution time of the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4. Is provided. For example, the variable display timer is used as a down counter that stores a timer value corresponding to the remaining variable display time of the special symbol in the special figure game and periodically counts down the timer value. In this case, the variable display timer is set with a timer initial value corresponding to the type of display result and the variable display pattern determined when variable display of the special symbol by the special symbol display device 4 is started.

  The game control counter setting unit 165 is provided with a special game counter, for example. The special figure game counter is a special figure that can be executed in the gaming state when it is controlled to the first probability variable gaming state with the upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game or when it is controlled to the time reduction state. This is for counting the remaining number of times of the figure game or the number of times of execution of the special figure game in the gaming state as the special figure game count value. Further, the game control counter setting unit 165 counts a special figure reserved memory number counter that counts the number of reserved data that is the number of reserved data based on the winning of a game ball to the start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6. Or, a normal figure reserved memory number counter that counts the number of reserved normal figure memory that is the number of reserved data based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41 may be provided.

  The game control buffer setting unit 166 is provided with, for example, a transmission command buffer. The transmission command buffer is used to temporarily store a command to be transmitted from the main board 11 to the sub control board. This transmission command buffer may include an effect transmission command buffer for temporarily storing a command to be transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  The input / output port 115 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 4 includes an input port for taking in various signals transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100, and various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. And an output port for transmitting.

  The presentation control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11 and receives a control command transmitted from the main board 11 via the signal relay board 13 to display an image. Various circuits for controlling the electrical parts for production such as the device 5, the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, and the game effect lamp 9 are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 has predetermined electrical components for effects such as display operation in the image display device 5, sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and lamp lighting operation and extinguishing operation in the game effect lamp 9. It has a function of determining the control content for executing the rendering operation.

  The effect control board 12 is connected to wiring for transmitting video signals to the image display device 5 and wiring for transmitting drive signals to the speakers 8L and 8R and the game effect lamp 9. As shown in FIG. 2, the effect control board 12 includes an effect control microcomputer 120, a display control unit 121, a sound control unit 122, and a lamp control unit 123.

  FIG. 15 is a diagram illustrating a configuration example of the effect control microcomputer 120 mounted on the effect control board 12. The presentation control microcomputer 120 shown in FIG. 15 is configured using, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a CPU 131, a ROM 132, a RAM 133, a random number circuit 134, and an input / output port 135.

  In the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 134 generates all or a part of various random numbers used on the effect control board 12 side. FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram illustrating random numbers used on the side of the effect control board 12. As shown in FIG. 16, in this embodiment, random number values such as a random time value SR1 for determining the effect mode at the time-short end and a random value SR2 for determining the effect end are used on the side of the effect control board 12. The random number circuit 134 is controlled so that all or part of the numerical data indicating the random number values can be updated. In order to enhance the effect, a random value other than these may be used on the effect control board 12 side. Further, the numerical data indicating both or one of the random number values SR1 and SR2 may be counted by updating by software using a random counter different from the random number circuit 134 by the CPU 131.

  The random number SR1 for determining the effect mode at the time of short-time end indicates the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the game state in the pachinko game state 1 shifts from the time shortening state to the normal game state, and the first effect mode #. It is a random value used for determining whether to be 1 or the second presentation mode # 2, and takes a value in the range of “1” to “100”, for example.

  The random number SR2 for determining the end of the production corresponds to the fact that the production state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the first production mode # 1 when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal gaming state. This is a random value used for determining whether to end the first effect mode # 1 and shift to the second effect mode # 2, for example, in the range of “1” to “100”. Takes a value.

  The CPU 131 provided in the effect control microcomputer 120 shown in FIG. 15 reads the user program and data stored in the ROM 132 and uses the RAM 133 as a work area to perform a control operation according to the program.

  The ROM 132 stores, for example, a plurality of types of decorative symbol determination tables, a notice determination table, an effect mode determination table, an effect end determination table, and effect control as data that can be read for performing various determinations and determinations in the control operation by the CPU 131. Data constituting various tables such as a pattern table is stored. The decorative symbol determination table is a table used to determine a fixed decorative symbol derived and displayed as a variable display result of decorative symbols in the image display device 5. The notice determination table is a table used for determining whether or not to execute a predetermined notice effect based on a random number value for determining the notice, and a notice pattern indicating a form of the notice effect when it is executed. .

  As a specific example of the effect mode determination table, in this embodiment, the short-time end effect mode determination table 200 shown in FIG. 17 is stored in the ROM 132. The short-time-end effect mode determination table 200 includes first effect mode determination value data indicating that the random-number value SR1 for determining the short-time-end effect mode determines that the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the first effect mode # 1. Or setting data that makes it possible to determine whether or not it matches the second effect mode determination value data indicating that the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the second effect mode # 2. .

  As a specific example of the effect end determination table, in this embodiment, an effect end determination table 201 shown in FIG. 18 is stored in the ROM 132. The effect end determination table 201 matches the effect end determination value data indicating that the effect end determination random value SR2 ends the first effect mode # 1, or continues the first effect mode # 1. It is composed of setting data that makes it possible to determine whether or not it matches the effect continuation determination value data.

  Further, the ROM 132 stores table data constituting an effect state flag update table 202 as shown in FIG. The effect state flag update table 202 shown in FIG. 19 corresponds to the type of game state notification command transmitted from the main board 11 and received on the effect control board 12 side, for example, the effect control flag setting unit 174 ( FIG. 23 is a table that is referred to in order to update the value of the effect mode flag provided in FIG. Here, in this embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 20, an effect is produced according to which of the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4 is the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The mode flag value is set.

  As a specific example of the effect control pattern table, in this embodiment, an effect control pattern table 203 having a configuration as shown in FIG. This effect control pattern table 203 shows the contents of various effect controls such as the contents of display operations in the image display device 5, the contents of audio output control of the speakers 8L, 8R, etc., the contents of effects by the game effect lamp 9, etc. A plurality of types of data are stored as production control patterns. Each of the plurality of types of effect control patterns stored in the effect control pattern table 203 is, for example, as shown in FIG. 22, effect control timer setting values, effect control timer determination values # 1 to #n (n is an arbitrary natural number), The image display device 5 is composed of various data for controlling the production operation, such as display control data # 1 to #n, audio control data # 1 to #n, and lamp control data # 1 to #n. The contents of various effects control, such as the contents displayed on the screen, the contents of audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the contents of effects by the game effect lamp 9, and the switching timing of the effects control are set.

  The effect control pattern table 203 stores, for example, a plurality of types of effect control patterns corresponding to the effect operation during the period in which the decorative display variable display is executed on the image display device 5. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 21B, production control pattern tables 203A to 203D are prepared in advance corresponding to the first to fourth production modes # 1 to # 4, respectively. Table data constituting the effect control pattern tables 203 </ b> A to 203 </ b> D is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 132.

  In the RAM 133 included in the effect control microcomputer 120 shown in FIG. 15, for example, an effect control data holding area 170 as shown in FIG. 23 is provided as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. It has been. The effect control data holding area 170 shown in FIG. 23 includes a display result notification storage unit 171, a variable display pattern notification storage unit 172, a confirmed decorative symbol storage unit 173, an effect control flag setting unit 174, and an effect control timer setting. Unit 175 and an effect control counter setting unit 176.

  The display result notification storage unit 171 stores, for example, the type of display result notified from the main substrate 11 by storing the EXT data in the display result notification command. The variable display pattern notification storage unit 172 stores, for example, the variable display pattern notified from the main board 11 so as to be specified by storing EXT data in the variable display start command.

  The determined decorative symbol storage unit 173 stores data indicating a fixed decorative symbol derived and displayed as a display result by variable display of decorative symbols in the image display device 5. The effect control flag setting unit 174 sets a plurality of types of flags that are set or cleared according to the effect operation state such as the display state of the image display device 5, the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11, and the like. For storing data. The effect control timer setting unit 175 stores data indicating a plurality of types of timer values used for effect control such as display control on the image display device 5, for example. The effect control counter setting unit 176 stores data indicating a plurality of types of count values used for effect control such as display control on the image display device 5, for example. The circuit used for flag setting and counter / timer may be constituted by a register circuit provided separately from the RAM 133.

  The effect control flag setting unit 174 is provided with, for example, an effect control process flag, an effect mode flag, a counting flag, and the like. The effect control process flag selects which process in the effect control process (FIG. 36) executed to control the effect operation by various effect devices such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9. -Instruct whether to execute.

  The effect mode flag indicates which of the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4 is controlled in the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The counting flag is being counted by the variable display counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit for the variable display count of the decorative symbol executed after the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts from the time shortening state to the normal gaming state. At some point, it is set to the on state.

  The effect control counter setting unit 176 is provided with a variable display counter, for example. In response to the determination that the effect state is the first effect mode # 1 when the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts from the time reduction state to the normal game state, This is for counting the variable display count of the decorative symbol executed after the transition to the gaming state as the variable display count value.

  The input / output port 135 provided in the effect control microcomputer 120 shown in FIG. 15 is an input port for taking in various signals transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 120 and various signals to the outside of the effect control microcomputer 120. And an output port for transmitting. For example, from the output port of the input / output port 135, a display control command transmitted to the display control unit 121, a voice control command transmitted to the sound control unit 122, and a lamp control transmitted to the lamp control unit 123. Commands are output.

  The display control unit 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 controls display operations in the image display device 5 based on a display control command from the effect control microcomputer 120. For example, the display control unit 121 performs control for executing decorative display variable display and various effects display by causing the image display device 5 to perform switching display of images. For example, the display control unit 121 may be configured to include a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), and the like. The VDP has, for example, a high-speed drawing function and a display output function for displaying an image on the image display device 5, and executes image processing in accordance with a display control command from the effect control microcomputer 120. The CGROM stores various image data used for displaying an image on the image display device 5. The image data stored in the CGROM includes a plurality of types of image element data corresponding to a plurality of types of effect images showing a plurality of types of decorative symbols. The VRAM functions as a work memory or a frame buffer memory when the VDP executes image processing.

  The sound control unit 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 controls the sound output operation of the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound control command from the effect control microcomputer 120. For example, the sound control unit 122 includes an audio output circuit that generates an audio signal corresponding to an audio control command from the production control microcomputer 120 and outputs the audio signal to the speakers 8L and 8R, and the like.

  The lamp control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 controls the lighting operation, the extinguishing operation, the blinking operation, and the like of the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp control command from the effect control microcomputer 120. is there. For example, the lamp control unit 123 generates a lamp drive signal corresponding to the lamp control command from the effect control microcomputer 120 and supplies the lamp drive signal to the game effect lamp 9, various decorative lamps, and an electric decoration member such as an LED. Includes a lamp driver circuit that performs lighting operation, extinguishing operation, blinking operation, and the like.

  The sound control unit 122 and the lamp control unit 123 may be mounted on a predetermined control board installed outside the effect control board 12.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from the power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 111 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 111 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt prohibition. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 113 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 111 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 111 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. When the CPU 111 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG.

  When the game control timer interrupt process is started, the CPU 111 first saves the internal register (step S11), and then executes a predetermined switch process to input from the switches 21 to 23 via the switch circuit 101. The state of the detected signal is determined (step S12). Subsequently, by executing predetermined error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S13). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 is output (step) S14).

  Subsequent to the information output process, a main random number value update process for updating a part of the random number values MR1 to MR6 used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S15). Thereafter, the CPU 111 executes special symbol process processing (step S16). In the special symbol process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the display operation control or special in the special symbol display device 4 is performed. Various processes are selected and executed in order to set the special winning opening / closing operation in the variable winning ball apparatus 7 in a predetermined procedure. Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S17). The CPU 111 executes normal symbol process processing to control display operations (for example, lighting and extinguishing of LEDs) in the normal symbol display device 20, so that variable display of normal symbols (for example, lighting / blinking display) and the like Setting of tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is enabled.

  After executing the normal symbol process, the CPU 111 transmits a control command from the main board 11 to the sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process (step S18). Thereafter, the contents of the register saved in step S11 are restored (step S19), and the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S16 shown in FIG. 24 as the special symbol process. When the special symbol process shown in FIG. 25 is started, the CPU 111 first checks, for example, whether or not the detection signal from the start port switch 22 has been turned on, thereby starting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6. It is determined whether or not a game ball has won a winning opening (step S101). When the game ball wins the start winning opening and the detection signal from the start opening switch 22 is turned on (step S101; Yes), the start winning process is executed (step S102). On the other hand, when the detection signal from the start port switch 22 is in the off state (step S101; No), the process of step S102 is skipped.

  In the start winning process executed in step S102, first, the special figure reservation storage number, which is the number of numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for special figure display result determination stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 161A, It is determined whether or not a predetermined upper limit value (eg, “4”) is reached. At this time, if the special figure holding storage number is an upper limit value, the start detection by the current winning is invalidated and the start winning process is terminated as it is. On the other hand, when the special figure pending storage number is less than the upper limit value, the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for special figure display result determination is extracted from the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like. Thus, the random value MR1 is read out. Then, the read random number value MR1 is set at the head of the empty entry in the special figure storage unit 161A. At this time, the number of special figure hold storage in the special figure hold storage unit 161A is incremented by 1 and updated.

  After the start winning process as described above is performed or after it is determined in step S101 shown in FIG. 25 that the detection signal from the start port switch 22 is in the OFF state, the game control flag setting unit 163 is provided. Depending on the value of the special symbol process flag, steps S110 to S116 as shown in FIG. 25 are executed.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal process, whether or not to start the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4 based on the numerical data indicating the random number MR1 for determining the special symbol display result stored in the special symbol storage unit 161A. It includes processing to determine. The variable display start process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “1”. In the variable display start process, a process for setting a fixed special symbol to be stopped and displayed as a variable symbol display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4 and a variable display pattern for the special symbol and the decorative symbol are determined. Includes processing. The variable display control process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This variable display control process includes a process of measuring the remaining variable display time in the special figure game by the special symbol display device 4 based on the timer value in the variable display timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 164. Yes. The variable display stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. This variable display stop process includes a process of deriving and displaying the fixed special symbol on the special symbol display device 4 to end the variable symbol variable display.

  The pre-opening process for the special winning opening in step S114 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “4”. In the special winning opening opening pre-processing, for example, by setting predetermined control data in an effect transmission command buffer provided in the gaming control buffer setting unit 166, the special winning opening opening game is started with respect to the effect control board 12. Configure settings for sending commands. The pre-opening process for the big winning opening includes an initial setting process for an open gaming operation in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state such as opening the big winning opening by the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. . For example, in the big hit gaming state based on 15 rounds, the big prize opening is opened for the first opening time (for example, 29 seconds) at the longest, whereas in the big hit gaming state or small hit gaming state based on the two rounds big win The operation setting of the opening / closing plate included in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is performed so that the mouth is opened for a second opening time (for example, 2 seconds) shorter than the first opening time. The special winning opening opening process in step S115 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “5”. The special winning award opening process is a variety of processes related to an open game operation such as opening and closing the special winning award ball with the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, and 1 in the special winning award opening formed by the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. It includes processing to check the opening time per time. Further, in the process for opening the special winning opening, it is determined whether or not the special winning opening is closed by the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, and if it is closed, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “6”. To do.

  The special winning opening opening end process of step S116 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “6”. This special winning opening opening end process includes a process of closing the special winning opening with the opening / closing plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7. Also, the big winning opening release end process determines whether or not all the opening gaming operations in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state are finished. It includes a process for setting a command to transmit, a process for setting the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 after the end of the jackpot gaming state, and the like.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display start process executed in step S111 of FIG. In the variable display start process shown in FIG. 26, the CPU 111 first executes a display result determination process (step S201). In this display result determination process, as a display result in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4, it is determined whether to display a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol. Done.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the display result determination process executed in step S201 of FIG. In the display result determination process shown in FIG. 27, first, the CPU 111 first stores numerical data indicating the special figure display result determination random number MR1 stored in correspondence with the reservation number “1” from the special figure storage unit 161A. Read (step S301). At this time, the special figure hold storage number is subtracted by 1 and the entry lower than the hold number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) in the special figure hold storage unit 161A. The numerical data indicating the stored random number value MR1 is shifted upward by one entry (step S302).

  Subsequently, the CPU 111 determines whether or not the probability changing flag is on (step S303). If the probability change flag is off (step S303; No), the low-probability display result determination table 180A shown in FIG. 6A is set as a table to be referred to for determining the display result (step S304). On the other hand, if the probability changing flag is on (step S303; Yes), the high-probability display result determination table 180B shown in FIG. 6B is set as a table to be referred to for determining the display result (step S305). ).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S304 and S305, the display result is determined by determining whether or not the random number MR1 for special figure display result determination read in step S301 matches the jackpot determination value data. It is determined whether or not is a big hit (step S306). If the random value MR1 matches the big hit determination value data in step S306 (step S306; Yes), the big hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 is set to the on state (step S307), and the display result The determination process ends.

  If the random value MR1 does not match the big hit determination value data in step S306 (step S306; No), it is determined whether or not the random number MR1 matches the small hit determination value data. It is determined whether or not a small hit is made (step S308). If the random value MR1 matches the small hit determination value data in step S308 (step S308; Yes), the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 is set to the on state (step S309). The display result determination process ends. On the other hand, if the random value MR1 does not match the small hit determination value data (step S308; No), the display result determination process is terminated without executing the process of step S309.

  After executing the display result determination process as described above, the game state determination process is executed (step S202 in FIG. 26). In this gaming state determination process, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 after the end of the jackpot gaming state based on the display result in the special display game or the variable display of the decorative symbol is the big winning gaming state, A process for determining which gaming state to control among the second probability variation gaming state or the time shortening state is performed.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an example of the gaming state determination process executed in step S202 of FIG. In the gaming state determination process shown in FIG. 28, the CPU 111 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is in the on state as the execution result of the display result determination process in step S201 (step S321). At this time, if the big hit flag is off (step S321; No), since it is not controlled to the big hit gaming state, the gaming state determination process is ended as it is.

  If the big hit flag is on in step S321 (step S321; Yes), the gaming state determination table 183 shown in FIG. (Step S322). Subsequently, the random number value MR4 is read by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 for game state determination updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like (step S323). Based on the random value MR4 read out in step S323, by referring to the gaming state confirmation table 183 set in step S322, various confirmation flags such as a probability change confirmation flag, a time reduction confirmation flag, and a sudden probability change confirmation flag. Setting to turn on or off is performed (step S324). At this time, if the short time determination flag is set to the on state, it is determined that the 15 round big hit symbol “7” is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game, and the gaming state is determined after the big hit gaming state ends. It is determined that it is controlled to the time reduction state. If the probability change confirmation flag is set to the on state, it is determined that the 15 round big hit symbol “7” is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game. Furthermore, if the probability change confirmation flag is suddenly set to the on state, it is determined that the 2-round big hit symbol “3” is derived and displayed as a display result in the special figure game.

  After the process of step S324 is executed, it is determined as a result of the execution of step S324 whether or not the probability variation confirmation flag is on (step S325). At this time, if the probability change confirmation flag is on (step S325; Yes), the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is set to the first probability changing gaming state. Therefore, the CPU 111 determines whether to enter the first probability variable game state without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game or to control to the first probability variable game state with the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. As a table to be referred to, the probability variation mode determination table 182A shown in FIG. 8A is set (step S326). Subsequently, the random number value MR5 is read by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number value MR5 for probability variation mode determination updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like (step S327). Then, based on the random value MR5 read out in step S327, by referring to the probability variation mode determination table 182A set in step S326, it is determined whether or not the random value MR5 matches the first probability variation mode determination value data. Is performed (step S328).

  If the random value MR5 matches the first probability variation mode determination value data in step S328 (step S328; Yes), the game state is changed to the first without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special game after the big hit gaming state. It is determined that the control state is changed to the one probability change gaming state, and the value of the probability change mode flag is updated to “1” corresponding to the determination result (step S329). On the other hand, if the random value MR5 matches the second probability variation mode determination value data and does not match the first probability variation mode determination value data (step S328; No), the gaming state after the jackpot gaming state ends Is determined to be controlled to the first probability variation gaming state with the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game, and the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “2” corresponding to the confirmed result (step S330). . After executing any of the processes in steps S329 and S330, the gaming state determination process is terminated.

  When the probability variation confirmation flag is off in step S325 (step S325; No), it is determined whether or not the probability variation confirmation flag is suddenly turned on as the execution result of step S324 (step S331). ). At this time, if the sudden probability change confirmation flag is off (step S331; No), the gaming state confirmation process is terminated. On the other hand, if the probability change confirmation flag is suddenly turned on (step S331; Yes), the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is determined as a start prize by determining whether or not the advantageous release flag is turned on. It is determined whether or not the mouth is in an advantageous open state (either the first probability variation game state or the time reduction state) (step S332).

  If the advantageous release flag is OFF in step S332 (step S332; No), the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal opening state for the start winning opening, and therefore after the end of the big hit gaming state As a table to be referred to in order to determine whether the game state in the first probability change game state or the second probability change game state is set, a normal release sudden probability change mode determination table 182B shown in FIG. 8B is set. (Step S333). On the other hand, when the advantageous release flag is on (step S332; Yes), the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the advantageous opening state with respect to the start winning opening, so that the big hit gaming state ends. As a table to be referred to in order to determine whether the subsequent gaming state is the first probability variation gaming state or the second probability variation gaming state, the advantageous opening-time sudden probability variation mode determination table 182C shown in FIG. 8C is set. (Step S334).

  After executing either of the processes of steps S333 and S334, the random number value MR6 is read by extracting the numerical data indicating the random value MR6 for sudden probability variation mode determination updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like (step S335). ). Then, it is determined whether or not the random number MR6 extracted in step S335 matches the advantageous release determination value data (step S336). At this time, if the random number value MR6 matches the advantageous release determination value data (step S336; Yes), after the jackpot gaming state ends, the gaming state goes to the first probability variable gaming state without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. The value of the sudden change mode flag is suddenly updated to “1” in accordance with the determination result (step S337). On the other hand, if the random value MR6 matches the normal opening determination value data and does not match the advantageous opening determination value data (step S336; No), the gaming state is the second probability change game after the big hit gaming state ends. It is determined that the state is controlled, and the value of the probability change mode flag is suddenly updated to “2” corresponding to the determination result (step S338). After executing any of the processes in steps S337 and S338, the gaming state determination process is terminated.

  After executing the gaming state determination process as described above, a display result setting process is executed (step S203 in FIG. 26). In this display result setting process, based on the execution result of the display result determination process in step S201 and the game state determination process in step S202, a process for setting a confirmed special symbol that becomes a display result in the special figure game, or the effect control board 12 On the other hand, settings for transmitting a display result notification command are performed. Here, as a setting for transmitting the display result notification command to the effect control board 12, for example, setting predetermined control data in the effect transmission command buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 166, or the like. It only has to be included.

  For example, in the display result setting process in step S203, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag is on and whether or not the small hit flag is on. When both the big hit flag and the small hit flag are off, for example, numerical data indicating a reach determination random number value updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like is extracted and stored in the ROM 112 or the like. By referring to the reach determination table, etc., it is determined whether or not the decorative symbol variable display mode is to be reached. At this time, if it is determined that the reach is not performed, a setting for transmitting the display result notification # 1 command to the effect control board 12 is performed in accordance with the determination result indicating the normal loss. . On the other hand, when the determination to reach is made, the setting for transmitting the display result notification # 2 command to the effect control board 12 is performed in accordance with the determination result.

  If it is determined in the display result setting process in step S203 that the big hit flag is on, display result notifications # 3 to # 3 based on the state of the probability variation confirmation flag, the probability variation mode flag, the sudden probability variation confirmation flag, and the like. Setting for transmitting any of the commands of # 5 to the effect control board 12 is performed. For example, when the probability change confirmation flag is on, suddenly the probability change confirmation flag is off, and the value of the probability change mode flag is “1”, the display result is notified in response to the fact that the probability change confirmation big hit is one of the 15 round big hits. Setting for transmitting the command # 3 is performed. On the other hand, when the probability variation confirmation flag and the sudden probability variation confirmation flag are off, or when the probability variation confirmation flag is on, the sudden probability variation confirmation flag is off, and the value of the probability variation mode flag is “2”, 15 A setting for transmitting a display result notification # 4 command is performed in response to the probability variation indefinite big hit in the round big hit. Further, when the probability variation confirmation flag is off and the probability variation confirmation flag is suddenly turned on, a setting for transmitting the display result notification # 5 command is performed in response to the big hit of two rounds. In addition, if it is determined in the display result setting process in step S203 that the small hit flag is on, the setting for transmitting the display result notification # 6 command corresponding to the small hit is set. Done.

  After executing the display result setting process in step S203, the variable display pattern setting process is executed (step S204). In this variable display pattern setting process, a variable symbol display pattern for special symbols and decorative symbols is set based on execution results such as a display result determination process in step S201, a game state determination process in step S202, and a display result setting process in step S203. Processing, settings for transmitting a variable display start command corresponding to the set variable display pattern to the effect control board 12, and the like are performed. Here, the setting for transmitting the variable display start command to the effect control board 12 is provided with, for example, predetermined control data in the game control buffer setting unit 166 in the same manner as the setting for transmitting the display result notification command. It is only necessary to include setting in the transmission command buffer for production.

  For example, in the variable display pattern setting process in step S204, it is determined whether or not various flags such as a big hit flag, a small hit flag, a sudden probability change confirmation flag, a reach flag, and an advantageous release flag are turned on. For example, when the big hit flag is on and the sudden probability change confirmation flag is off, the big hit pattern determination table 186A shown in FIG. 12A is set as a table to be referred to for determining the variable display pattern. To do. When the big hit flag is off and the reach flag is on, the reach-losing pattern determination table 186B shown in FIG. 12B is set. When the big hit flag, the small hit flag, the reach flag, and the advantageous release flag are all off, the normal loss pattern determination table 186C shown in FIG. 12C is set. When the big hit flag, the small hit flag, and the reach flag are all off, and the advantageous release flag is on, the advantageous release pattern determination table 186D shown in FIG. 12D is set. After setting the variable display pattern determination table in this way, for example, the random value MR3 is read by extracting numerical data indicating the random display pattern random number MR3 updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like. Based on the random value MR3 read out at this time, the variable display pattern for the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined by referring to the set variable display pattern determination table.

  When both the big hit flag and the sudden probability change confirmation flag are on, the variable display pattern X (sudden probability change) prepared as the sudden probability change pattern in the variable display pattern table 185 as shown in FIG. Or as a variable display pattern for decorative designs. Further, when the big hit flag is off and the small hit flag is on, the variable display pattern Y (small hit) prepared as the small hit pattern in the variable display pattern table 185 as shown in FIG. It is determined as a variable display pattern for special symbols and decorative symbols. After determining the variable display pattern in this way, the variable display time of the special symbol corresponding to the variable display pattern is specified, and a timer initial value corresponding to the specified variable display time is provided in the game control timer setting unit 164. Set to the variable display timer.

  After executing the variable display pattern setting process in step S204, the special symbol display device 4 can change the special symbol such as the CPU 111 starting the lighting / extinguishing operation of each segment and each dot in the special symbol display device 4, for example. Settings for starting display are performed (step S205). At this time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the variable display control process (step S206), and the variable display start time process is ended.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display stop process executed in step S113 of FIG. In the variable display stop process shown in FIG. 29, the CPU 111 first performs a special game by the special symbol display device 4 such as stopping the lighting / extinguishing operation of each segment or each dot in the special symbol display device 4. Settings are made to stop and display the confirmed special symbol that will be the variable display result (step S221). At this time, for example, setting for transmitting a variable display end command to the effect control board 12 is performed by setting predetermined control data in the effect transmission command buffer (step S222).

  Subsequently, the CPU 111 determines whether or not the big hit flag is turned on (step S223). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S223; Yes), processing for initializing various flag states corresponding to the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed. That is, the CPU 111 clears the probability changing flag to turn off (step S224), and clears the advantageous release flag to turn off (step S225). Further, the value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “0” (step S226). Thereafter, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S227), and then the variable display stop process is terminated.

  If the big hit flag is off in step S223 (step S223; No), it is determined whether or not the advantageous release flag is on (step S228). At this time, if the advantageous release flag is on (step S228; Yes), it is further determined whether or not the value of the advantageous release mode flag is “2” (step S229). Then, when the value of the advantageous release mode flag is “2” (step S229; Yes), the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first probability variable gaming state with the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game. The special figure game count value is updated by subtracting, for example, 1 in accordance with being controlled or being controlled to be in a time shortened state (step S230). At this time, it is determined whether or not the special figure game count value after the update in step S230 is a predetermined advantageous release end determination value (eg, “0”) (step S231).

  If the special figure game count value is the advantageous opening completion determination value in step S231 (step S231; Yes), the advantageous opening state for the start winning opening such as the first probability variable gaming state or the time shortening state is ended. Make settings for That is, the CPU 111 clears the advantageous release flag to turn it off (step S232), and updates the value of the advantageous release mode flag to “0” (step S233). At this time, it is determined whether or not the probability changing flag is on (step S234). If the probability changing flag is on (step S234; Yes), for example, predetermined control data is used for production in response to ending the first probability changing gaming state and shifting to the second probability changing gaming state. The setting for transmitting the game state notification # 3 command to the effect control board 12 is performed by setting the transmission command buffer (step S235). On the other hand, if the probability changing flag is OFF in step S234 (step S234; No), for example, predetermined control data is used for production in response to ending the time shortening state and shifting to the normal gaming state. The setting for transmitting the game state notification # 5 command to the effect control board 12 is performed by setting in the transmission command buffer (step S236).

  If the advantageous release flag is off in step S228 (step S228; No), or if the value of the advantageous release mode flag is other than “2” in step S229 (step S229; No), special processing is performed in step S231. When the figure game count value is not the advantageous release end determination value (step S231; No), or after executing any of the processing of steps S235 and S236, it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on. This is performed (step S237). At this time, if the small hit flag is ON (step S237; Yes), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4” corresponding to the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (step S238). Ends variable display stop processing. On the other hand, if the small hit flag is off (step S237; No), the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “0” (step S239), and the variable display stop process is terminated. .

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of the big prize opening opening end process executed in step S116 of FIG. In the special winning opening opening end process shown in FIG. 30, the CPU 111 first determines whether or not the opening end time effect waiting flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 is turned on (step S251). Here, the opening end effect waiting flag is set to the on state in the process of step S261 described later, and is cleared to the off state in the process of step S263.

  When the opening end effect waiting flag is off in step S251 (step S251; No), for example, setting of operation switching for stopping the driving of the solenoid 82 connected to the opening / closing plate provided in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 For example, settings for closing the special winning opening are made (step S252). At this time, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S253). If the big hit flag is on (step S253; Yes), it is determined whether or not the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on in response to the big hit gaming state (step S254).

  In step S253, for example, when the big hit flag is off (step S253; No) because the small hit flag is turned on corresponding to the small hit gaming state, or in step S254, the sudden probability change confirmation flag. Is ON (step S254; Yes), it is determined whether or not the operation of opening the big winning opening twice with the opening / closing plate provided in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is completed (step S255). That is, in the small hit gaming state based on the variable display result being a small hit or the big hit gaming state based on the variable display result being a two round big hit, a big winning opening corresponding to each gaming state is set. It is determined whether or not the operation of opening twice has been completed.

  On the other hand, if the probability change confirmation flag is suddenly turned off in step S254 (step S254; No), whether or not the operation of opening the special winning opening 15 times by the opening / closing plate provided in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is completed. Is determined (step S256). That is, in the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the variable display result is 15 rounds big hit, it is determined whether or not the operation of opening the big prize opening 15 times corresponding to the gaming state has been completed.

  If it is determined in step S255 that the operation for opening the grand prize opening twice has not been completed (step S255; No), or if the operation for opening the grand prize opening 15 times is not completed in step S256. If it is determined (step S256; No), for example, updating the count value for counting the number of opening of the big winning opening, etc., the setting for opening the next big winning opening is performed (step S257). ). Thereafter, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the big winning opening (step S258), and then the big winning opening opening end process is ended.

  In addition, when it is determined in step S255 that the operation of opening the grand prize opening twice has been completed (step S255; Yes), it is determined in step S256 that the operation of opening the special winning opening is completed 15 times. In the case of being received (step S256; Yes), for example, by setting predetermined control data in the effect transmission command buffer, the setting for transmitting the big prize opening opening game end command to the effect control board 12 is made. This is performed (step S259). At this time, a predetermined opening end gaming state setting process is executed (step S260), the opening end stage effect waiting flag is set to the on state (step S261), and then the big prize opening opening end process is ended. If it is determined in step S255 that the operation of opening the big winning opening twice has been completed, for example, at the end of the big hit gaming state based on the two round big hit or at the end of the small hit gaming state based on the small hit Corresponding to the fact that the presentation operation for notifying that each gaming state has ended is not executed, the value of the special symbol process flag is set without executing the process of step S261 after executing the process of step S260. It is only necessary to update the value to “0” and end the special winning opening opening end process.

  If the release end effect waiting flag is turned on in step S251 (step S251; Yes), the effect waiting to be executed at the end of the game state that opens the big winning opening such as the small hit game state or the big hit game state. It is determined whether time has passed (step S262). It should be noted that the opening waiting time production waiting time used for the determination in step S262 is, for example, whether it is a big hit gaming state or a big hit gaming state, or whether it is a big hit gaming state based on two rounds big hit or 15 rounds Different lengths of time may be set depending on whether the game state is a big hit based on big hit.

  When it is determined in step S262 that the opening waiting time production waiting time has not elapsed (step S262; No), the big prize opening opening end process is ended. On the other hand, when it is determined that the opening waiting time effect waiting time has passed (step S262; Yes), after the opening closing effect waiting flag is cleared and turned off (step S263), a special symbol is displayed. After updating the value of the process flag to “0” (step S264), the special winning opening release end processing is terminated.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing an example of the game state setting process at the end of opening executed in step S260 of FIG. In the opening completion game state setting process, the CPU 111 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S341).

  When the big hit flag is on in step S341 (step S341; Yes), FIG. 10 shows a table to be referred to for updating various game state flags corresponding to the game state after the big hit game state ends. The game state flag update table 184 shown is set (step S342). In response to the various confirmation flags such as the probability variation confirmation flag, the time reduction confirmation flag, and the sudden probability variation confirmation flag, the probability variation mode flag, the sudden probability variation mode flag, and the like, Update is performed (step S343).

  After executing the processing of step S343, it is determined whether or not the value of the advantageous release mode flag is “2” (step S345). Here, the value of the advantageous release mode flag is “2” when the variable display count in the special game is controlled to the first certain variable game state or the time reduction state. If the value of the advantageous release mode flag is “2” (step S345; Yes), a predetermined initial count value (for example, “100”) is set in the special figure game counter (step S346).

  If the value of the advantageous release mode flag is other than “2” in step S345 (step S345; No), after executing the process of step S346, a gaming state notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12. For this purpose (step S347). Here, in the process of step S347, for example, various confirmation flags such as a probability variation confirmation flag, a time reduction confirmation flag, and a sudden probability variation confirmation flag, and control data corresponding to the state such as a probability variation mode flag and a sudden probability variation mode flag are transmitted for the effect transmission command. As shown in FIG. 32, by setting in the buffer or the like, any one of the gaming state notifications # 1 to # 4 corresponding to the state of each flag is transmitted to the effect control board 12. Set as follows.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S347, the CPU 111 clears various confirmation flags such as a probability change confirmation flag, a time-shortness confirmation flag, and a sudden probability change confirmation flag, and sets them to an off state (step S348). Further, the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “0” (step S349), and the value of the probability variation mode flag is suddenly updated to “0” (step S350). Then, after the big hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S351), the game state setting process at the end of opening is ended.

  If the big hit flag is off in step S341 (step S341; No), the big hit flag is cleared in response to the end of the small hit gaming state based on the variable display result being a small hit. Then, after the state is turned off (step S352), the game state setting process at the end of opening ends. Thus, when the small hit gaming state ends, the probability changing flag, the advantageous release flag, and the advantageous release mode flag are not updated. For this reason, after the end of the small hit gaming state, the gaming state before the small hit gaming state is continued.

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S17 of FIG. 24 as normal symbol process processing. When the normal symbol process shown in FIG. 33 is started, the CPU 111 first checks whether or not the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is turned on, for example, by passing through the passing gate 41 provided in the gaming area. It is determined whether or not the sphere has passed (step S121). When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 and the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is turned on (step S121; Yes), the process at the time of passing the gate is executed (step S122). On the other hand, when the detection signal from the gate switch 21 is in the off state (step S121; No), the process of step S122 is skipped.

  In the process at the time of passing through the gate in step S122, the normal figure hold storage number, which is the number of numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for normal hit determination stored in the normal figure hold storage unit 161B, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “ 4)). At this time, if the normal figure reserved storage number is the upper limit value, the current start detection by the passing of the game ball is invalidated, and the process at the time of passing the gate is ended as it is. On the other hand, when the normal figure reserved storage number is less than the upper limit value, numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for normal hit determination updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like is extracted, and the numerical value indicating the extracted random value MR2 The data is set at the head of the empty entry in the normal diagram hold storage unit 161B.

  Thereafter, the CPU 111 executes the following processes of steps S130 to S134 according to the value of the normal symbol process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163. The normal symbol normal process of step S130 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “0”. In the normal symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not to start the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display device 20 based on the numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for normal hit determination stored in the normal symbol holding storage unit 161B. Includes processing. The normal symbol determination process in step S131 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “1”. This normal symbol determination processing includes processing for determining whether or not the display result of the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display device 20 is “winning”. The normal symbol variation process in step S132 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “2”. In this normal symbol changing process, the normal symbol is changed by controlling lighting, blinking, coloring, etc. of the normal symbol display device 20 until the variable symbol variable display time elapses. The normal symbol stop process in step S133 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “3”. In this normal symbol stop process, the lighting operation and the like in the normal symbol display device 20 are controlled to output the display result in the normal symbol game. If the normal hit flag is on, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to “4”, while if the normal hit flag is off, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to “0”. The start port opening / closing process of step S134 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “4”. The start port opening / closing process includes a process for setting the start winning port to be changed from the normal opening to the expanded opening by controlling the tilting of the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing an example of the normal symbol determination process executed in step S131 of FIG. In the normal symbol determination process shown in FIG. 34, the CPU 111 first reads numerical data indicating the normal hit determination random number MR2 stored in correspondence with the hold number “1” from the normal figure hold storage unit 161B ( Step S401). At this time, while subtracting 1 from the number of the normal map hold storage number, the normal map hold storage unit 161B adds the entry lower than the hold number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”). The numerical data indicating the stored random number value MR2 is shifted upward by one entry (step S402).

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the advantageous release flag is on (step S403). At this time, if the advantageous release flag is off (step S403; No), FIG. 7A shows a table to be referred to for determining whether or not the display result in the normal game is “winning”. The normal opening normal hit determination table 181A is set (step S404). On the other hand, if the advantageous release flag is on (step S403; Yes), the advantageous reference shown in FIG. An opening normal hit determination table 181B is set (step S405).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S404 and S405, the display result is determined by determining whether or not the random number MR2 for normal hit determination read in step S401 matches the normal hit determination value data. It is determined whether or not “winning” is achieved (step S406). If the random value MR2 matches the normal hit determination value data in step S406 (step S406; Yes), the normal hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 is set to the on state (step S407). On the other hand, if the random value MR2 does not match the normal hit determination value data in step S406 (step S406; No), the process of step S407 is skipped.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the advantageous release flag is on (step S408). If the advantageous release flag is off (step S408; No), the variable display time from the start of the change of the normal symbol to the output of the display result in the current normal game is a predetermined value corresponding to the normal release time. Time (for example, 30 seconds) is set (step S409). On the other hand, if the advantageous release flag is on in step S408 (step S408; Yes), the variable display time from the start of the change of the normal symbol to the output of the display result in the current normal game is displayed. A predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) corresponding to the advantageous opening is set to be different from the variable display time corresponding to the normal opening (step S410). At this time, by setting the predetermined time corresponding to the advantageous opening time to be shorter than the predetermined time corresponding to the normal opening time until the display result is output after the normal symbol variation is started in the normal drawing game The time is shortened. As a result, in the advantageous open state of the start winning opening, the period during which the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is not tilted is reduced during the normal game, and the advantageous open state is reduced. Can be made more advantageous to the player than the normal open state, and the variable display execution condition in the special game can be easily established. After executing one of the processes of steps S409 and S410, the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to “2” (step S411), and then the normal symbol determination process is terminated.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing an example of the start port opening / closing process executed in step S134 of FIG. In the start port opening / closing process shown in FIG. 35, the CPU 111 first determines whether or not the opening / closing setting completion flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 163 is on (step S421). Note that the open / close setting completion flag is set to an on state when a process of step S425 described later is executed.

  If the open / close setting completion flag is off in step S421 (step S421; No), it is determined whether or not the advantageous release flag is on (step S422). At this time, if the advantageous release flag is on (step S422; Yes), for example, it corresponds to the fact that the output port buffer corresponding to the solenoid 81 that drives the movable blade piece of the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6 is in the advantageous open state. Setting for transmitting an operation signal for advantageous opening is performed by setting predetermined control data (step S423). For example, the operation signal for the advantageous opening is an operation signal for enlarging and opening the start winning opening with the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 tilted twice for a predetermined period (for example, 0.5 seconds). Good.

  When the advantageous release flag is OFF in step S422 (step S422; No), for example, by setting predetermined control data corresponding to the normal release state in the output port buffer corresponding to the solenoid 81, the normal release is performed. Is set to transmit an operation signal for use (step S424). For example, the normal opening operation signal is an operation signal for enlarging and opening the start winning opening with the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 tilted once until a predetermined period (for example, 0.3 seconds) elapses. I just need it. In this way, at the time of advantageous opening, by increasing the period and number of times that the starting winning opening is expanded and opened compared to the case of normal opening, it becomes easier for the game ball to win the starting winning opening, and the advantageous opening state is made more than the normal opening state. It is advantageous for the player, and it is possible to easily establish the variable display execution condition in the special game. After executing one of the processes of steps S423 and S424, the opening / closing setting completion flag is set to the on state (step S425), and then the start port opening / closing process is terminated.

  If the open / close setting completion flag is on in step S421 (step S421; Yes), whether or not the period for opening and closing the start winning opening by controlling the tilting of the movable wing piece of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6 is completed. Is determined (step S426). At this time, if the period for opening and closing the start winning opening has not ended (step S426; No), the start opening and closing process ends. On the other hand, if the period for opening and closing the start winning opening ends in step S426 (step S426; Yes), the open / close setting completion flag is cleared and turned off (step S427), and then the normal hit flag is cleared and turned off. At the same time (step S428), the value of the normal symbol process flag is updated to “0” (step S429), and then the start port opening / closing process is terminated.

  Next, the operation in the effect control board 12 will be described. When the production control board 12 is supplied with the power supply voltage, the production control main processing is executed by the CPU 131 provided in the production control microcomputer 120. In this effect control main process, a predetermined initialization process is executed to clear RAM 133, set various initial values, and register a CTC (counter / timer circuit) (not shown) mounted on effect control board 12. Settings are made. Thereafter, the CPU 131 executes a loop process until a timer interrupt occurs, for example, by monitoring a predetermined timer interrupt flag. For example, the CPU 131 generates a timer interrupt every 2 milliseconds. When this timer interrupt occurs, a timer interrupt flag is set by executing a predetermined timer interrupt process.

  In addition, the CPU 131 generates an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every 2 milliseconds. This interruption is an interruption that occurs when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal is generated, the CPU 131 automatically sets the interrupt prohibited state. It is preferable to issue (DI command).

  When the CPU 131 generates an interrupt when the production control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process is executed and transmitted from the main board 11 via the signal relay board 13 or the like. The effect control command read from the predetermined input port that receives the received control signal is stored in the reception command buffer. For example, when the effect control command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte (MODE) and the second byte (EXT) are sequentially received and stored in the reception command buffer, and then interrupt permission is set.

  When the CPU 131 detects the occurrence of the timer interrupt by monitoring the timer interrupt flag, the command analysis process for analyzing the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11, the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect An effect control process for controlling the effect operation by the effect device such as the lamp 9 is executed. In the effect control process, the value of the effect control process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 174 is set in accordance with the display state in the image display device 5 in order to control the display operation in the image display device 5 according to a predetermined procedure. Update and select and execute various processes provided in advance corresponding to the value of the effect control process flag.

  FIG. 36 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process executed by the CPU 131. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 36, the following processes of steps S150 to S155 are executed according to the value of the effect control process flag.

  The variable display start command reception waiting process in step S150 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “0”. The variable display start command reception waiting process includes a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a variable display start command is received from the main board 11. Contains.

  The variable display control setting process in step S151 is executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “1”. This variable display control setting process performs various effect operations including variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 in response to the special symbols being variably displayed in the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4. In order to perform the process, for example, a process for selecting a variable display pattern or a display result corresponding to the type of display result from among a plurality of types of effect control patterns stored in the effect control pattern table 203 as shown in FIG. Etc.

  Further, the variable display control setting process includes a process for determining a confirmed decorative design based on, for example, a display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11. With this processing, the CPU 131 determines the fixed decorative symbol of the normal loss combination in response to the display result notification # 1 command transmitted from the main board 11, and the display result notification # 2 command is transmitted. Corresponding to the above, the final decorative pattern of the reach lose combination is determined. Alternatively, a definite decorative symbol that is a probable change decisive jackpot is determined in response to the display result notification # 3 command being transmitted, and a probable variation indefinite big hit is determined in response to the display result notification # 4 command being transmitted. Determine the final decorative pattern. Further, a final decorative symbol that is the first chance is determined in response to the display result notification # 5 command being transmitted, and the second display in response to the display result notification # 6 command being transmitted. Determine the final decorative pattern that will be your chance.

  More specifically, when it is specified that the display result notification # 1 command has been transmitted by the data stored in the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133, the CPU 131 is updated by the random number circuit 134, for example. By extracting numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the left fixed decorative design and referring to the left fixed decorative design determining table stored in advance in the ROM 132 or the like, variable display of “left” in the image display device 5 is performed. The left fixed decorative symbol that is the fixed decorative symbol that is derived and displayed on the part is determined. Further, for example, by extracting numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the medium-decorated decorative symbol updated by the random number circuit 134 and the like, by referring to the medium-decorated decorative symbol determining table stored in advance in the ROM 132 or the like, the left The addition value for the symbol number of the confirmed decorative symbol is specified. By adding the added value specified at this time to the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol, the medium fixed decorative symbol which is the fixed decorative symbol derived and displayed on the “medium” variable display portion in the image display device 5 is determined. When the added value is larger than “7”, which is the maximum value of the decorative symbol numbers, the value obtained by subtracting “7” from the added value is used as the symbol number of the decorative symbol that is the medium-decided decorative symbol. That's fine. Further, for example, by extracting numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the right determined decorative design updated by the random number circuit 134 and the like, by referring to the right determined decorative design determining table stored in advance in the ROM 132 or the like, the left The addition value for the symbol number of the confirmed decorative symbol is specified. By adding the added value specified at this time to the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol, the right determined decorative symbol which is the determined decorative symbol derived and displayed on the “right” variable display portion in the image display device 5 is determined. When the added value specified by referring to the right determined decorative symbol determination table is “0”, an arbitrary value (for example, “1”) is added to the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol, so that the right What is necessary is just to determine a fixed decoration design. Alternatively, the right determined decorative design determination table may be configured such that the added value specified by referring to the right determined decorative design determination table does not include “0”. For example, the right determined decorative design determination table only needs to be configured from numerical data indicating random values for determining the right determined decorative design and setting data that associates the added values “1” to “6”. Further, when the combination of the determined decorative symbols determined as described above becomes the first chance or second chance, for example, an arbitrary value (for example, “1”) is set to the symbol number of the right determined decorative symbol. By adding to or subtracting from the first chance eyes and the second chance eyes, a different combination of the determined decorative symbols may be used.

  Further, when it is specified that the display result notification # 2 command has been transmitted by the storage data of the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133, the CPU 131, for example, updates the left fixed decorative pattern updated by the random number circuit 134 or the like. Numerical data indicating a determination random number value is extracted, and a left determined decorative design is determined by referring to a left determined decorative design determination table stored in advance in the ROM 132 or the like. Also, it is determined that the decorative symbol with the same symbol number as the left fixed decorative symbol is the right fixed decorative symbol, and the decorative symbol with a different symbol number from the left and right fixed decorative symbols is used as the middle fixed decorative symbol. decide. As a specific example of the process for determining the medium-decorated decorative symbol, the CPU 131 extracts numerical data indicating a random value for determining the medium-decorative decorative symbol updated by the random number circuit 134, for example, and is stored in advance in the ROM 132 or the like. The addition value for the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol is specified by referring to the middle determined decorative symbol determining table. Then, if the added value specified at this time is a value other than “0”, the specified added value is added to the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol to determine the medium determined decorative symbol. On the other hand, when the specified added value is “0”, the middle fixed decorative symbol is determined by adding or subtracting an arbitrary value (for example, “1”) to the symbol number of the left fixed decorative symbol. To do.

  When the CPU 131 determines that the display result notification # 3 command has been transmitted by the stored data in the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133, the CPU 131 displays each of the left, middle, and right determined decorative symbols. The probability change symbol with the number “7” is determined. As a result, a finalized decorative symbol that is a probable finalized jackpot is determined. When the CPU 131 determines that the display result notification # 4 command has been transmitted by the stored data in the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133, the CPU 131 determines the probability variation / indeterminate symbol updated by the random number circuit 134, for example. The numerical data indicating the random number value of the symbol is extracted, and by referring to the probability variation / indeterminate symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 132 or the like, the probability variation / indeterminate symbol having a symbol number other than “7” is selected from the left・ Determine the same decorative pattern to be derived and displayed with the middle and right determined decorative patterns. As a result, a definite decorative symbol that is a probable indefinite big hit is determined.

  When the CPU 131 determines that the display result notification # 5 command has been transmitted by the stored data in the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133, the CPU 131 determines that the decorative symbol whose symbol number is “1” is the left determined decorative symbol. It is determined that the decorative symbol having the symbol number “3” is set as the medium fixed decorative symbol, and the decorative symbol having the symbol number “5” is determined as the right fixed decorative symbol. As a result, a definite decorative symbol that is the first chance is determined. When the CPU 131 determines that the display result notification # 6 command has been transmitted by the stored data in the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133, the CPU 131 determines that the decorative symbol whose symbol number is “3” is the left determined decorative symbol. It is determined that the decorative symbol having the symbol number “1” is set as the medium determined decorative symbol, and the decorative symbol having the symbol number “5” is determined as the right determined decorative symbol. As a result, a confirmed decorative pattern that is the second chance is determined.

  The variable symbol display process in step S152 is executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “2”. In this process, the CPU 131 reads out effect control data such as display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, etc. from the effect control pattern in correspondence with the timer value in the effect control timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 175. . In accordance with the effect control data read at this time, various effects during the variable display of decorative symbols such as display control of the image display device 5, sound output control of the speakers 8L and 8R, lighting control of the game effect lamp 9, etc. Control is performed. Then, when the production control data corresponding to the end of the variable display of the decorative design is read from the production control pattern, the value of the production control process flag is displayed in response to the reception of the variable display end command from the main board 11. The value is updated to “3”, which is a value corresponding to the result determination process.

  The display result finalizing process in step S153 is executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “3”. In this display result determination process, the CPU 131 determines whether or not a big prize opening opening game start command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received, and if received, the variable display result becomes a big hit or a small hit. In response to this, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to “4”, which is a value corresponding to the effect process during the big prize opening opening game. Further, the display result determination process includes a process of updating the value of the effect control process flag to “0” in response to the variable display result being lost. Further, the display result determination process includes a process for changing the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is finished. Here, if it is determined in the process of determining the display result that a winning game opening game start command has been received, it is specified whether the variable display result is 15 round big hit, 2 round big hit, or small win If it is determined that 15 rounds are a big hit, for example, a predetermined notification image is displayed on the image display device 5, a predetermined notification sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or the game effect lamp 9 includes By turning on a predetermined notification lamp, an effect operation for notifying the start of the big hit gaming state based on the 15th round big hit is performed. On the other hand, when it is specified that the game is a big hit or a small hit for two rounds at this time, the effect operation for notifying the start of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state is not performed.

  The effect process during the big prize opening opening game in step S154 is executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this processing, for example, the CPU 131 controls a display operation in the image display device 5 to display a predetermined effect image, controls a sound output operation in the speakers 8L and 8R to output a predetermined effect sound, Various effect control in the jackpot gaming state based on 15 rounds of jackpot by controlling the lighting / extinguishing operation of the game effect lamp 9 and executing various rendering operations such as predetermined lighting / extinguishing / flashing in a predetermined rendering mode. I do. In addition, the CPU 131 causes various operations in the big hit gaming state based on the two round big hit and the small hit gaming state based on the small hit by executing the production operation in a different presentation mode from the big hit gaming state based on the 15 round big hit. Take control. For example, in the big hit gaming state based on 15 rounds of big hit, while displaying the number of rounds that is the number of rounds executed and the count number that is the number of game balls won in the big winning opening, In the big hit game state and the small hit game state, these displays are not performed. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is set to “5” corresponding to the setting process at the end of the big winning opening in response to receiving the big winning opening releasing game end command transmitted from the main board 11. Update to "".

  The large winning opening opening end setting process in step S155 is executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. For example, a predetermined notification image is displayed on the image display device 5, a predetermined notification sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, or the predetermined effect included in the game effect lamp 9 is set. It is only necessary to include a process of controlling the effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit gaming state based on the 15th round big hit by turning on the notification lamp. On the other hand, when the big hit gaming state based on the two round big hit or the small hit gaming state based on the small hit ends, control (restriction) is performed so as not to perform the effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. To do.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing an example of the display result determination process executed in step S153 of FIG. In the display result finalizing process shown in FIG. 36, the CPU 131 first determines whether or not the display result in the special display game or the variable display of decorative symbols is lost (step S501). This determination may be performed, for example, by reading one of the stored data in the display result notification storage unit 171, the variable display pattern notification storage unit 172, and the confirmed decorative symbol storage unit 173.

  If the display result is not lost in step S501 (step S501; No), it is determined whether or not a big prize opening game start command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S502). If a special winning opening opening game start command is received (step S502; Yes), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to “4” that is a value corresponding to the special winning opening open game effect process. (Step S503), the display result finalizing process is terminated. On the other hand, if there is no reception of the big winning opening opening game start command in step S502 (step S502; No), the processing of step S503 is skipped and the processing at the time of display result determination is terminated, thereby releasing the big winning opening. Until the game start command is received, the CPU 131 repeatedly executes the display result determination process every time a timer interrupt occurs in the CPU 131 and waits. If it is determined in step S502 that there has been no reception of the big prize opening game start command for the first time without being determined to have been received, the image display device 5 is assigned a predetermined time, for example. An error related to effect control is caused by displaying a notification image, outputting a predetermined notification sound from the speakers 8L and 8R, or lighting a predetermined notification lamp included in the game effect lamp 9. You may make it alert | report that it generate | occur | produced.

  If the display result is lost in step S501 (step S501; Yes), it is determined whether or not a game state notification # 3 command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S504). At this time, if the game state notification # 3 command has been received (step S504; Yes), the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the first certain change game state when the special symbol or decorative symbol variable display ends. Will shift to the second probability variation gaming state. Therefore, by updating the value of the effect mode flag to “1” corresponding to the transition of the game state, the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first effect mode # 1 (step S505).

  If the game state notification # 3 command has not been received in step S504 (step S504; No), it is determined whether or not the game state notification # 5 command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. (Step S506). At this time, if the game state notification # 5 command has been received (step S506; Yes), the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is changed from the time-reduced state to the normal state when the special symbol and decorative symbol variable display ends. It will shift to the gaming state. Therefore, as a table to be referred to in order to determine whether the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the first effect mode # 1 or the second effect mode # 2 when the CPU 131 ends the time shortening state. The short-time-end effect mode determination table 200 shown in FIG. 17 is set (step S507).

  Subsequent to the processing of step S507, the CPU 131 reads out the random value SR1 by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number SR1 for determining the short-time end effect mode updated by the random number circuit 134, for example (step S508). . Then, by referring to the short-time-end effect mode determination table 200 set in step S507, it is determined whether or not the random value SR1 read in step S508 matches the first effect mode determination value data ( Step S509). At this time, if the random value SR1 matches the second effect mode determined value data and does not match the first effect mode determined value data (step S509; No), the value of the effect mode flag is set to “2”. By updating, the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the second effect mode # 2 (step S510).

  If the random value SR1 matches the first effect mode determined value data in step S509 (step S509; Yes), a predetermined initial count value (for example, "" is displayed in the variable display counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 176. 0 ") is set (step S511). Then, the counting flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 174 is set to the on state (step S512), and the value of the effect mode flag is set to “1”, so that the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is changed to the first state. Control is performed to effect mode # 1 (step S513).

  When the game state notification # 5 command is not received in step S506 (step S506; No), for example, first effect mode end determination processing as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 38 is executed (step S514). In the first effect mode end determination process, the CPU 131 first determines whether or not the counting flag is on (step S521). At this time, if the counting flag is off (step S521; No), the first effect mode end determination process is ended as it is.

  If the counting flag is on in step S521 (step S521; Yes), the variable display count value, which is the count value in the variable display counter, is updated by adding, for example, 1 (step S522). Then, it is determined whether or not the updated variable display count value in step S522 has reached a predetermined effect end lottery execution value (eg, “21”) (step S523). At this time, if the variable display count value has not reached the effect end lottery execution value (step S523; No), the first effect mode end determination process ends. As a result, whether or not to end the first presentation mode # 1 as described below during the period in which the number of variable displays of the special symbol or decorative design indicated by the variable display count value does not reach the production end lottery execution value. The lottery process to be determined is not executed. For example, when the count initial value in the variable display counter is set to “0” in step S511 shown in FIG. 37 and 1 is added to the variable display count value in step S522 shown in FIG. Is set to “21” until the variable display number of special symbols and decorative symbols reaches 21 after the first effect mode # 1 is controlled by the process of step S513 shown in FIG. The lottery process for determining whether or not to end the first performance mode # 1 is not executed.

  When the variable display count value has reached the effect end lottery execution value in step S523 (step S523; Yes), as a table to be referred to for determining whether or not to end the first effect mode # 1. The effect end determination table 201 shown in FIG. 18 is set (step S524). Then, for example, the random number value SR2 is read by extracting the numerical data indicating the random number value SR2 for effect end determination updated by the random number circuit 134 or the like (step S525).

  Subsequent to the process of step S525, by referring to the effect end determination table 201 set in step S524, it is determined whether or not the random value SR2 read in step S525 matches the effect end determination value data. (Step S526). At this time, if the random value SR2 matches the effect continuation determination value data and does not match the effect end determination value data (step S526; No), it corresponds to the determination result that the first effect mode # 1 is continued. Then, the first effect mode end determination process ends. On the other hand, when the random value SR2 matches the effect end determination value data (step S526; Yes), the value of the effect mode flag is set to “1” corresponding to the determination result that the first effect mode # 1 is ended. By updating to 2 ″, control is performed so as to shift the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the first effect mode # 1 to the second effect mode # 2 (step S527). At this time, the counting flag is cleared and turned off (step S528), the variable display counter is cleared and the variable display count value is initialized to “0” or the like (step S529), and then the first effect mode. Terminate the end determination process.

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing an example of the setting process at the end of the special winning opening performed in step S155 of FIG. In the big winning opening opening end setting process shown in FIG. 39, the CPU 131 first executes an opening end effect which is an effect operation corresponding to the end of the gaming state that opens the big winning opening such as a small hit gaming state or a big hit gaming state. It is determined whether it is in the middle (step S541). For example, the effect control flag setting unit 174 is provided with an opening end effect executing flag that is turned on while the opening end effect is being executed. In step S541, it is determined whether or not the flag is on. Here, the opening end effect execution flag may be set to an on state in the process of step S549 described later, and cleared when the process of step S551 is executed to be in an off state.

  If the opening end effect is not executed in step S541 (step S541; No), it is determined whether or not a gaming state notification command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S542). At this time, if a gaming state notification command is received (step S542; Yes), a table referred to for updating the value of the effect mode flag corresponding to the type of the received gaming state notification command is shown in FIG. The effect state flag update table 202 is set (step S543). Then, by referring to the effect state flag update table 202 set in step S543, an effect corresponding to which one of the effect state notifications # 1 to # 4 is the received game state notification command. The value of the mode flag is updated (step S544).

  If no gaming state notification command is received in step S542 (step S542; No), whether or not the value of the effect mode flag is “2”, which is a value corresponding to the second effect mode # 2. Is determined (step S545). Here, when the big hit gaming state ends, a gaming state notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 based on the processing of step S347 shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the small hit gaming state ends, the processing of step S347 is not executed, so that the gaming state notification command is not transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Therefore, when the small hit gaming state ends, it is determined whether or not the presentation state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the second presentation mode # 2 by executing the process of step S545.

  If the value of the effect mode flag is “2” in step S545 (step S545; Yes), the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is changed from the second effect mode # 2 with the end of the small hit game state. A process for shifting to the first effect mode is executed. That is, the CPU 131 sets a predetermined initial count value (eg, “0”) in the variable display counter (step S546), sets the counting flag to the on state (step S547), and sets the value of the effect mode flag to “ By updating to 1 ″, the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first effect mode # 1 (step S548).

  When the value of the effect mode flag is a value other than “2” in Step S545 (Step S545; No), or after executing any of the processes in Steps S544 and S548, the effect for executing the opening end effect is executed. After the setting is made (step S549), the setting process at the end of the big prize opening is ended. As an example, in the process of step S549, the effect mode in the opening end effect corresponding to the value of the effect mode flag is determined, and the setting of the timer initial value in the effect control timer and the effect control pattern are set according to the determined effect mode. Settings for controlling various effects such as reading are performed. At this time, based on various control data included in the read effect control pattern, a display control command is sent to the VDP provided in the display control unit 121, a voice control command is sent to the sound control unit 122, A lamp control command may be sent to the lamp control unit 123. When the big hit gaming state based on the two round big hit or the small hit gaming state based on the small hit ends, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to “0” without executing the process of step S549. What is necessary is just to complete | finish setting processing at the time of completion | finish of winning opening. Thereby, at the end of the big hit gaming state based on the two round big hit or at the end of the small hit gaming state based on the small hit, the effect operation for notifying that the respective gaming state has ended is not executed.

  If the opening end effect is being executed in step S541 (step S541; Yes), for example, whether or not the opening end effect has been completed by determining whether or not a predetermined effect waiting time has elapsed. Is determined (step S550). At this time, if the opening end effect has been completed (step S550; Yes), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to “0” (step S551), and the setting process at the end of the big prize opening is ended. . On the other hand, if the opening end effect has not been completed (step S550; No), the opening end effect is completed by ending the setting process at the end of the big prize opening without executing the process of step S551. Until the timer interrupt is generated in the CPU 131, the setting process at the end of the big prize opening is repeatedly executed and waits.

  Next, an example of a specific operation in the present embodiment will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the game ball is driven into the game area when the player operates the operation knob 30. Then, in response to the game ball winning a start winning opening formed in the normally variable winning ball device 6, the special symbol display device 4 performs variable display of the special symbol game or the decorative symbol on the image display device 5. The execution condition for this is satisfied. Thereafter, when a start condition for starting the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4 is satisfied, the special control provided in the game control data holding area 160 of the RAM 113 by the CPU 111 of the game control microcomputer 100 is established. Numerical data indicating the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result is read from the figure storage unit 161A (step S301 in FIG. 27).

  It is determined whether or not to perform control to the big hit gaming state that becomes the specific gaming state based on the variable display result based on whether or not the random number value MR1 read at this time matches the big hit judgment value data (step S306). ). When it is determined that the random hit value MR1 coincides with the big hit determination value data and the big hit is determined (step S306; Yes), the big hit flag is set to the on state (step S307). If the random value MR1 does not match the big hit determination value data (step S306; No), the variable display result is set as the small hit depending on whether or not the random value MR1 matches the small hit determination value data. It is determined whether or not to control the gaming state (step S308). When the random hit value MR1 matches the small hit determination value data and it is determined that the small hit is made (step S308; Yes), the small hit flag is set to the on state (step S309).

  Here, as a table to be referred to for determining whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state, if the probability variation flag is off (step S303; No), the low probability display result shown in FIG. The determination table 180A is set (step S304). On the other hand, if the probability changing flag is on (step S303; Yes), the high-probability display result determination table 180B shown in FIG. 6B is set. In the low-probability display result determination table 180A shown in FIG. 6A, values in the range of “2001” to “2216” of the random value MR1 match the jackpot determination value data, while “5001” to “5054”. The setting data is configured so that the value in the range “” matches the small hit determination value data. For this reason, the probability of matching with the small hit determination value data by referring to the low probability display result determination table 180A is 1 as compared with the probability of determining to match the big hit determination value data. / 4.

  When the process of step S307 is executed and the jackpot flag is turned on, in response to the determination that the jackpot flag is turned on in step S321 shown in FIG. 28 (step S321; Yes), Processing for determining which of the plurality of types of special gaming states is to be controlled after the big hit gaming state is completed is executed. That is, the random number value MR4 for game state determination updated by the random number circuit 114 or the like is read, and by referring to the game state determination table 183 shown in FIG. The confirmation flag is set to be on or off (steps S322 to S324).

  As a result of such setting, when the probability variation confirmation flag is set to ON (step S325; Yes), the big hit game is made corresponding to whether the variable display result of the decorative symbol is the probability variation confirmed big hit or the probability variation indefinite big hit. Whether the gaming state after the end of the state is controlled to the first probability variable gaming state without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game, or to the first probability variable gaming state with the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game Is executed. At this time, a probability change mode determination table 182A shown in FIG. 8A is set as a table to be referred to in order to determine the variable display result of the decorative symbols and the gaming state. In the probability variation mode determination table 182A shown in FIG. 8A, among the random number values MR5 for probability variation mode determination taking values in the range of “1” to “100”, values in the range of “1” to “50”. The setting data is configured so that the value matches the first probability variation mode determination value data, while the other values agree with the second probability variation mode determination value data. Therefore, the probability that it is determined to match the first probability variation mode determination value data by referring to the probability variation mode determination table 182A in step S328 shown in FIG. 28 is consistent with the second probability variation mode determination value data. This is the same as the probability of making the determination.

  If the random number MR5 matches the first probability variation mode determination value data (step S328; Yes), the variable display result is regarded as the probability variation confirmed big hit and the gaming state is set to the first without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special game. The value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “1” in response to the determination result that the probability variation gaming state is controlled (step S329). On the other hand, when the random value MR5 matches the second probability variation mode determination value data (step S328; No), the variable display result is regarded as the probability variation indefinite big hit, and the gaming state is set to the first certain variation game state with an upper limit in the special game. Corresponding to the determination result to be controlled, the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “2” (step S330).

  In addition, in step S324, when the probability change confirmation flag is set to OFF and the probability change determination flag is suddenly set to ON (step S325; No, and step S331; Yes), the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state A process for determining which of the first probability variation gaming state and the second probability variation gaming state is to be controlled is executed. At this time, if the advantageous release flag is off (step S332; No), the normal release sudden probability change mode determination table 182B shown in FIG. 8B is set as a table to be referred to for determining the gaming state. (Step S333). On the other hand, if the advantageous release flag is on (step S332; Yes), the sudden opening probability sudden change mode determination table 182C shown in FIG. 8C is set (step S334). In the normal opening sudden probability change mode determination table 182B shown in FIG. 8B, among the random values MR6 for sudden probability change mode taking values in the range of “1” to “100”, “1” to “20 The setting data is configured such that the value in the range of “” matches the advantageous opening determination value data, while the other values match the normal opening determination value data. Therefore, when referring to the normal opening sudden probability change mode determination table 182B in step S332 shown in FIG. 28, it may be determined that it matches the advantageous opening determination value data, or the normal opening determination value data. May be determined to match.

  On the other hand, in the advantageous opening sudden probability change mode determination table 182C shown in FIG. 8C, the setting data is configured so that all of the random number values MR6 coincide with the advantageous opening determination value data. Therefore, when referring to the sudden opening probability sudden change mode determination table 182C in step S332 shown in FIG. 28, it is always determined that the advantageous opening determination value data matches the normal opening determination value data. Is not determined to match. With the configuration of such setting data, the normal release sudden probability change mode determination table 182B and the advantageous release sudden probability change mode determination table 182C control the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state to the first probability changing gaming state. The rate at which the determination is made is different from the rate at which the decision to control to the second probability variation gaming state is made.

  If the random value MR6 matches the advantageous release determination value data (step S336; Yes), the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is set corresponding to the determination result that the gaming state is controlled to the first probability changing gaming state. It is updated to “1” (step S337). On the other hand, if the random value MR6 matches the normal release determination value data (step S336; No), the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is set corresponding to the determination result that the gaming state is controlled to the second probability changing gaming state. It is updated to “2” (step S338).

  If the display result in the special display game or variable display of decorative symbols is a big hit by executing the processes in steps S324, S328 to S330, and S336 to S338 as described above, the big hit game based on the display result FIG. 40 shows the states of various confirmation flags such as a probability variation confirmation flag, a sudden probability variation confirmation flag, a short time confirmation flag, a probability variation mode flag, and a sudden probability variation mode flag, depending on the type of special gaming state to be controlled after the state ends. It will be decided at such a ratio.

  Further, as described above, the probability that it is determined that it matches the small hit determination value data by referring to the low probability display result determination table 180A is determined to match the big hit determination value data. It is 1/4 compared to the probability. Therefore, in a low probability state for a special game such as a time reduction state or a normal game state, the probability of a small hit game state corresponding to the display result in the special display game or the variable display of the decorative symbols being a small hit, Corresponding to the probability change big hit, after the jackpot gaming state ends, the probability of the first probability variable gaming state without the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game, after the big hit gaming state based on the probability variation indefinite big hit There is an upper limit on the number of variable display times in the special figure game, the probability of becoming the first probability variable gaming state, the probability of time shortening after the jackpot gaming state ends based on the probability variation indefinite big hit, the jackpot based on sudden probability variable jackpot The probabilities of entering the first probability variation game state or the second probability variation game state after the end of the gaming state are set to be the same probability. That. Note that, for example, the low-probability display result determination table 180A and the high-probability display result determination table 180B are configured with predetermined setting data, so that the low-probability state for the special game such as the time-saving state or the normal game state is achieved. Regardless of whether there is a high probability state for a special game such as the first probability variation game state or the second probability variation game state, these probabilities may be set to be the same. Alternatively, there is a difference in these probabilities between the low probability state and the high probability state, but when viewed as a whole game executed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, these probabilities are the same. It may be set.

  This is executed when the big hit gaming state is finished corresponding to the state of various confirmation flags such as the probability variation confirmation flag, the time reduction confirmation flag, the sudden probability variation confirmation flag, the probability variation mode flag, and the sudden probability variation mode flag set in this way. In the process of step S343 shown in FIG. 31, the state of the probability changing flag, the advantageous release flag, and the advantageous release mode flag is updated, so that the game state transition control after the end of the big hit gaming state is performed. Further, a gaming state notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 based on the processing of step S347.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, based on the determination that the CPU 131 has received the gaming state notification command (step S542 in FIG. 39; Yes), the value of the effect mode flag is set corresponding to the type of the received gaming state notification command. Update (steps S543 and S544). Thereby, when the big hit gaming state ends, the transition control of the production state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed.

  Further, when it is determined in the display result setting process in step S203 shown in FIG. 26 that the big hit flag is on, the CPU 111 determines that the probability variation confirmation flag and the sudden probability variation confirmation flag are off, or the probability variation confirmation flag. Is ON, the probability change confirmation flag is suddenly off, and the value of the probability change mode flag is “2”, the command of the display result notification # 4 corresponds to the fact that the probability change is indefinite big hit out of the 15 round big hits. Set to send. On the side of the effect control board 12, the CPU 131 corresponds to the display result notification # 4 command being transmitted from the main board 11 in the variable display control setting process of step S 151 shown in FIG. From the probability variation uncertain symbols other than “7”, the same decorative symbol to be derived and displayed by the left, middle and right determined decorative symbols is determined. In the case where the determined decorative symbol that is the probability variation indefinite big hit determined in this way is derived and displayed as a variable display result of the decorative symbol, the gaming state is changed to the first probability variable gaming state after the big hit gaming state based on the probability variation indefinite big hit. In some cases, the game state may be controlled to a time-reduced state (the probability variation confirmed) when the probability variation confirmed flag is on, the sudden probability confirmed flag is off, and the probability variation mode flag is “2”. Flag and sudden probability change confirmation flag are off). As described above, since the variable display result is the probability variation indefinite big hit, even when the gaming state becomes the time shortening state, it is possible to enhance the expectation for being controlled to the first certain variation gaming state.

  FIG. 41 is an explanatory diagram showing a transition between a gaming state and an effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on being controlled to the big hit gaming state. As shown in FIG. 41, in response to the end of the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the big hit flag has been turned on, when the game that opens the big winning opening is ended, the probability change fixed flag, the short time fixed flag, suddenly Corresponding to the various confirmation flags such as the probability variation confirmation flag, the probability variation mode flag, and the sudden probability variation mode flag, the game state and the production state are controlled.

  For example, if the value of the probability change mode flag is “2” (the probability change confirmation flag is on) at the end of the big hit gaming state, the gaming state flag update table 184 shown in FIG. 10 is updated in step S343 shown in FIG. By referencing, both the probability changing flag and the advantageous release flag are turned on, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “2”. Thereby, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first probability variable gaming state in which there is an upper limit of the number of variable displays in the special figure game. At this time, as shown in FIG. 32, a game state notification # 2 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 based on the setting in step S347 shown in FIG. On the side of the effect control board 12, the CPU 131 refers to the effect state flag update table 202 shown in FIG. 19 in step S544 in FIG. 39 in response to receiving the game state notification # 2 command, thereby causing the effect mode. The value of the flag is updated to “4” and the effect state is controlled to the fourth effect mode # 4. In this way, in the case of controlling to the first certainty change confirmation state after the end of the big hit game state, the effect state can be controlled to the fourth effect mode # 4 (the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 41). State transition corresponding to “probability change mode flag = 2” from the end).

  Thereafter, in step S231 shown in FIG. 29, in response to the determination that the special figure game count value has reached the advantageous release end determination value (step S231; Yes), the CPU 111 makes an advantageous release flag in step S232. By clearing, the first probability variation gaming state is ended and the second probability variation gaming state is controlled. At this time, a game state notification # 3 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 based on the setting in step S235 executed in response to the probability changing flag being on. On the side of the effect control board 12, in response to receiving the game state notification # 3 command when ending the variable display of the decorative symbols (step S504 in FIG. 37; Yes), the CPU 131 performs an effect in the process of S505. By updating the value of the mode flag to “1”, the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1. In this way, when the first probability variation gaming state is ended and the second probability variation gaming state is controlled, the rendering state is controlled from the fourth rendering mode # 4 to the first rendering mode # 1 (FIG. 41). State transition corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” from the production mode # 4 and the first certainty change confirmation state shown in FIG.

  In addition, when the short time determination flag is on, by referring to the gaming state flag update table 184 shown in FIG. 10 in step S343 shown in FIG. 31, the probability changing flag is turned off and the advantageous release flag is turned on. The value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “2”. As a result, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to a time-saving state. At this time, as shown in FIG. 32, a game state notification # 4 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 based on the setting in step S347 shown in FIG. On the side of the effect control board 12, the CPU 131 refers to the effect state flag update table 202 shown in FIG. 19 in step S544 in FIG. 39 in response to receiving the game state notification # 4 command, thereby causing the effect mode. The value of the flag is updated to “4” and the effect state is controlled to the fourth effect mode # 4. Thus, when controlling to the time reduction state after the end of the big hit gaming state, the effect state can be controlled to the fourth effect mode # 4 (from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. State transition corresponding to “short-time fixed flag ON”).

  Thereafter, the CPU 111 clears the advantageous release flag in step S232 in response to the determination that the special figure game count value has reached the advantageous release end determination value in step S231 shown in FIG. The time reduction state is terminated and the normal gaming state is controlled. At this time, a game state notification # 5 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 based on the setting in step S236 executed in response to the probability changing flag being OFF. On the side of the effect control board 12, in response to receiving the game state notification # 5 command when ending the variable display of the decorative symbols (step S506 in FIG. 37; Yes), the effect state is set to the first effect mode. A determination is made as to whether to set # 1 or second production mode # 2 (steps S507 to S509). At this time, if the random value SR1 matches the first effect mode determination value data in step S509 (step S509; Yes), the CPU 131 updates the value of the effect mode flag to “1” in the process of step S513. Thus, the effect state is controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the first effect mode # 1 in the same manner as when the first probability change game state ends and becomes the second probability change game state. In this way, when the time reduction state is ended and the normal gaming state is controlled, the effect state can be controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the first effect mode # 1 (see FIG. 41). The state transition corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” and “random number SR1 = first effect mode determination value data” from the effect mode # 4 and the time reduction state shown).

  Here, when the CPU 111 executes the processing of step S505 shown in FIG. 37 to control the effect state to the first effect mode # 1, the setting of the count initial value in the variable display counter and the on-counting flag are turned on. No setting is made for the status. Thereby, when the production state is controlled to the first production mode # 1 in response to the end of the first probability variation gaming state and the second probability variation gaming state, until the next big hit gaming state is reached. Then, the first production mode # 1 is continuously controlled.

  On the other hand, when the CPU 111 controls the effect state to the first effect mode # 1 in the process of step S513 shown in FIG. 37, the count initial value in the variable display counter is set in step S511. At the same time, a setting for turning on the counting flag is performed in step S512. In this case, when the variable display of the decorative symbols ends, the game state notification # 3 command or the game state notification # 5 command is not received (step S504; No and step S506; No), FIG. In step S523, the CPU 131 executes a lottery process for determining whether or not to end the first effect mode # 1 in response to the variable display count value reaching the effect end lottery execution value. That is, when the presentation state is controlled to the first presentation mode # 1 in response to the end of the time reduction state and the normal gaming state, the first display is performed each time the decorative symbol variable display is executed. It is determined whether or not to end the production mode # 1.

  If it is determined in step S526 shown in FIG. 38 that the random number SR2 matches the effect end determination value data and the first effect mode # 1 is ended (step S526; Yes), the effect mode flag is set. The effect state is controlled to the second effect mode # 2 by updating the value of “2” to “2” (step S527). In this way, in the normal gaming state, when the variable display of the decorative symbols ends, the effect state may be controlled from the first effect mode # 1 to the second effect mode # 2 (shown in FIG. 41). State transition corresponding to “random number SR2 = effect end determination value data” from effect mode # 1 and the normal gaming state).

  For example, if the value of the probability change mode flag is “1” (the probability change confirmation flag is on) at the end of the big hit gaming state, the gaming state flag update table 184 shown in FIG. 10 is updated in step S343 shown in FIG. By referring, both the probability changing flag and the advantageous release flag are turned on, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “1”. Thereby, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first probability variation gaming state without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. At this time, as shown in FIG. 32, a game state notification # 1 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 based on the setting in step S347 shown in FIG. On the side of the effect control board 12, the CPU 131 refers to the effect state flag update table 202 shown in FIG. 19 in step S544 in FIG. 39 in response to receiving the game state notification # 1 command, thereby causing the effect mode. The value of the flag is updated to “3”, and the effect state is controlled to the third effect mode # 3. In this way, when controlling to the first certainty change confirmation state after the end of the big hit game state, the effect state can be controlled to the third effect mode # 3 (the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 41). State transition corresponding to “probability change mode flag = 1” from the end).

  As shown in FIG. 41, the effect state is controlled to the third effect mode # 3 only when the game state is controlled to the first certainty change confirmation state. On the other hand, the effect state is controlled to the fourth effect mode # 4 depending on whether the game state is controlled to the first probability variation game state or the time reduction state. Thus, while the 3rd production mode # 3 respond | corresponds to being a 1st probability change confirmation state, the 4th performance mode # 4 is either a 1st probability change confirmation state or a time reduction state. It corresponds to that. Then, in response to the control to the first probability variation gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state, the CPU 131 executes the process of step S544 shown in FIG. 39 on the side of the effect control board 12, whereby the pachinko gaming machine The third effect mode # 3 corresponding to the first probable change final state or the first probable change final state or the time shortening state corresponding to the first probable change final state as the effect state in No. 1 4 can be controlled to any one of the production states.

  When the time reduction state is ended and the normal game state is controlled, the CPU 131 executes the process of step S509 shown in FIG. 37 on the side of the effect control board 12, and the random value SR1 matches the second effect mode determination value data. If it does not match the first effect mode determination value data (step S509; No), the effect state is updated from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the second effect by updating the value of the effect mode flag to “2”. The effect mode # 2 is controlled (step S510). Thus, when the time reduction state is ended and the normal gaming state is controlled, the effect state may be controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the second effect mode # 2 (FIG. 41). The state transition corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” and “random number SR1 = second effect mode determination value data” from the effect mode # 4 and the time reduction state shown). Then, the CPU 131 determines whether or not to control the effect state to the first effect mode # 1 by executing the process of step S509, and determines to control to the first effect mode # 1. By performing the process of step S513 based on what has been done, it is possible to control to the first effect mode # 1.

  When the effect state is controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the first effect mode # 1 when the time reduction state is ended and the normal game state is controlled, variable display is performed in step S523 shown in FIG. Until the count value reaches the effect end lottery execution value, the processing of steps S524 to S529 is not executed. Therefore, in this case, the decision to end the first effect mode # 1 is made until the variable display count of the special symbol or the decorative symbol reaches a specific number (for example, 21 times) corresponding to the effect end lottery execution value. Will be limited.

  When the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is “1” (the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on) at the end of the big hit gaming state, the probability change flag is set as in the case of the probability change mode flag value “1”. And the advantageous release flag are both turned on, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is updated to “1”. Thereby, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the first probability variation gaming state without the upper limit of the variable display count in the special figure game. Here, in the first probability variation game state, since the advantageous release flag is on, the start winning opening is advantageously opened, and the variable display execution condition in the special game is established as compared to the normal game state. It becomes easy to do. If the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is “1”, a game state notification # 1 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 as shown in FIG. The As a result, even when the control is changed to the first probability variable gaming state after the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability variation big hit, the effect state is changed to the third performance in the same manner as when the big hit gaming state based on the probability variation confirmed big hit ends. It is possible to control to mode # 3 (the state transition corresponding to “sudden probability change mode flag = 1” from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 41).

  Further, when the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is “2” (the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on) at the end of the big hit gaming state, the gaming state flag update table shown in FIG. 10 in step S343 shown in FIG. By referring to 184, the probability changing flag is turned on, the advantageous release flag is turned off, and the value of the advantageous release mode flag is set to “0”. Thereby, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the second probability variation gaming state. Here, since the advantageous release flag is off in the second probability variation game state, the start winning opening is in the normal release state, and the execution condition of the variable display in the special game is similar to the normal game state. It is easy to establish. In addition, when the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is “2”, a game state notification # 3 command is sent in step S347 shown in FIG. 31 as shown in FIG. Is transmitted to the effect control board 12 based on the setting. On the side of the effect control board 12, the CPU 131 refers to the effect state flag update table 202 shown in FIG. 19 in step S544 of FIG. 39 in response to receiving the game state notification # 3 command, thereby causing the effect mode. The value of the flag is updated to “1” and the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1. In this way, when controlling to the second probability variable gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability variation big hit, the performance state can be controlled to the first performance mode # 1 (shown in FIG. 41). State transition corresponding to “sudden probability change mode flag = 2” from the end of the big prize opening game.

  When the small hit gaming state ends, the process of step S343 shown in FIG. 31 is not executed. Therefore, at the end of the small hit gaming state, the state of the probability changing flag, the advantageous release flag, and the advantageous release mode flag are not updated, and the gaming state before the small hit gaming state is controlled.

  At this time, on the side of the effect control board 12, based on the determination that the CPU 131 has not received the gaming state notification command (step S542 in FIG. 39; No), the effect state becomes the second effect mode # 2. It is determined whether or not there is (step S545). Since the value of the effect mode flag is “2”, when the second effect mode # 2 is set (step S545; Yes), the value of the effect mode flag is updated to “1”. Then, the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1 (step S548). Thereby, when the small hit gaming state ends, the transition to the first effect mode # 1 is performed only when the effect state is the second effect mode # 2, and when the effect state is other than that. In this case, the performance state before the small hit gaming state is maintained.

  FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram showing a transition between the gaming state and the effect state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 based on being controlled to the small hit gaming state. As shown in FIG. 42, in response to the end of the small hit gaming state based on the fact that the small hit flag has been turned on, when the game that opens the big winning opening is ended, an effect mode flag and a probability changing flag are displayed. The game state and the production state are controlled in accordance with the state.

  For example, when the value of the effect mode flag is “3” at the end of the small hit gaming state, the value of the effect mode flag is not updated and the effect state is controlled to the third effect mode # 3. . Further, the third effect mode # 3 is controlled only when the gaming state is controlled to the first probability variation gaming state. Therefore, in the case of controlling to the third effect mode # 3 after the end of the small hit gaming state, the gaming state is controlled to the first probability variation gaming state (from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 42). State transition corresponding to “production mode flag = 3”).

  Even when the value of the effect mode flag is “4” at the end of the small hit gaming state, the value of the effect mode flag is not updated and the effect state is controlled to the fourth effect mode # 4. . Here, the fourth effect mode # 4 is controlled depending on whether the gaming state is controlled to the first probability variation gaming state or the time shortening state. When the small hit gaming state ends, the game state is controlled to the previous gaming state before the small hit gaming state. Therefore, if the probability changing flag is on, the first probability changing gaming state is controlled. If the flag is off, the time is reduced. Therefore, in the case of controlling to the fourth effect mode # 4 after the end of the small hit gaming state, the gaming state may be controlled to the first probability variation gaming state (the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 42). , The state of the game corresponding to “effect mode flag = 4” and “probability changing flag on” may be controlled to a time-reduced state (from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 42 to the “effect mode flag”). = 4 ”and“ state transition corresponding to “probably changing flag off”).

  Thereafter, when the first probability variation gaming state is ended and the second probability variation gaming state is controlled, the rendering state is controlled from the fourth rendering mode # 4 to the first rendering mode # 1 (the rendering shown in FIG. 42). State transition corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” from mode # 4 and the first certainty change confirmed state). On the other hand, when the time reduction state is ended and the normal gaming state is controlled, the effect state can be controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the first effect mode # 1 (the effect mode shown in FIG. 42). From # 4 and the time shortening state, state transition corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” and “random number SR1 = first effect mode determination value data”. When the time reduction state is ended and the normal game state is controlled, the effect state may be controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the second effect mode # 2 (the effect mode shown in FIG. 41). From # 4 and the time reduction state, state transition corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” and “random number SR1 = second effect mode determination value data”).

  If the value of the effect mode flag is “1” at the end of the small hit gaming state, the value of the effect mode flag is not updated and the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1. Here, the first effect mode # 1 is controlled depending on whether the gaming state is controlled to the second probability variation gaming state or the normal gaming state. When the small hit game state ends, the game state is controlled to the previous game state before the small hit game state, so if the probability change flag is on, the game is controlled to the second probability change game state. If the flag is off, it is controlled to the normal gaming state. Therefore, in the case of controlling to the first effect mode # 1 after the end of the small hit gaming state, the gaming state may be controlled to the second probability variable gaming state (the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 42). , The game state may be controlled to the normal game state (from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 42 to the “production mode flag”). = 1 or 2 ”and“ state transition corresponding to “probably changing flag off”). Thereafter, in the normal gaming state, when the variable display of the decorative symbols ends, the effect state may be controlled from the first effect mode # 1 to the second effect mode # 2 (effect mode # shown in FIG. 42). 1 and state transition corresponding to “random number SR2 = effect end determination value data” from the normal gaming state).

  Also, if the gaming state is the normal gaming state and the rendering state is the second rendering mode # 2 before being controlled to the small hit gaming state, the value of the rendering mode flag is updated to “1”. Thus, the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1. Then, the second effect mode # 2 is controlled only when the gaming state is controlled to the normal gaming state. Therefore, when the value of the effect mode flag is “2” when the small hit game state ends, the game state is controlled to the normal game state, and the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1. (The state transition corresponding to “production mode flag = 1 or 2” and “probability changing flag off” from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. 42). Thereafter, when the decorative symbol variable display ends, the effect state may be controlled from the first effect mode # 1 to the second effect mode # 2 (the effect mode # 1 and the normal game state shown in FIG. 42). To “Random value SR2 = Production end determination value data”).

  Next, a specific example of an effect operation by displaying an effect image in the image display device 5 including an image of a decorative design will be described. In the following description, among the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4 described above as a plurality of types of effect states, the first effect mode # 1 corresponds to the “侍 preparation mode”, and the second The effect mode # 2 corresponds to the “normal mode”, the third effect mode # 3 corresponds to the “true / 侍 mode”, and the fourth effect mode # 4 corresponds to the “侍 mode”. In addition, symbols indicating Chinese numerals “1” to “7” are displayed as decorative symbols corresponding to the symbol numbers “1” to “7”, respectively.

  In addition, separately from the first to fourth effect modes # 1 to # 4, the display state of the effect image on the image display device 5 includes a plurality of types such as the first to third display modes # 1 to # 3. It is assumed that the display state is prepared. In the following description, among the first to third display modes that are in a plurality of types of display states, the first display mode # 1 corresponds to the “Country A mode”, and the second display mode # 2 is “ “B country mode” corresponds to the third display mode # 3 corresponds to “C country mode”. In each display state, all or part of a display mode of an image showing a decorative pattern, a character image (for example, an image showing a person or a background), a display mode in reach effect display, etc. are displayed in the first to third display modes. What is necessary is just to make it differ according to which is among # 1- # 3. Further, depending on whether the display state is any of the first to third display modes # 1 to # 3, all or the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation of the game effect lamp 9, or the like A part of them may be made different so that the whole or part of the production operation is made different.

  In order to switch the display state among the first to third display modes # 1 to # 3, after the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is finished, the player uses the operation buttons provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 A predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) is performed. For example, as shown in FIG. 43A, the fixed decorative symbols are stopped and displayed on the “left” variable display portion DL, the “middle” variable display portion DC, and the “right” variable display portion DR in the image display device 5. When the variable display is completed, an image serving as a message M1 for notifying the player or the like that the display state can be changed by a button operation is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5. At this time, the display state is “A country mode”, and the background image S1 corresponding to the display state is displayed. The message M1 may be stopped and displayed at a predetermined position in the display area of the image display device 5, or may be scrolled from right to left in the display area, for example.

  After a display as shown in FIG. 43 (A), if a button operation is detected without satisfying the variable display start condition in the special figure game, an image as shown in FIG. 43 (B) is displayed. indicate. In FIG. 43 (B), a notification image H <b> 1 is displayed at the upper left of the display area to notify the remaining time such as “remaining 3 seconds” at which a button operation for switching the display state can be accepted. In addition, an image corresponding to each of a plurality of types of display states such as “country A”, “country B”, “country C”, and “random”, and an image for selecting any one of a plurality of display states at random. Is displayed. Then, corresponding to the currently selected “A country mode”, only the “A country” image is displayed in a predetermined display mode indicating that it is in the selected state, and the other images are the “A country” image. Is displayed in a different display mode.

  At this time, when a button operation is detected, the display indicating the selected state is switched from “Country A”, and for example, as shown in FIG. It is displayed in a predetermined display mode indicating that there is. Further, when a button operation is detected, the display indicating that the selected state is sequentially switched in the order of “Country C” and “Random”, and the button operation is detected when “Random” is selected. Then, it returns to the display indicating that “Country A” is in the selected state.

  Thereafter, the remaining time when the button operation can be accepted elapses, and a notification image H2 notifying the end of accepting the button operation, such as “0 seconds remaining”, is displayed at the upper left of the display area as shown in FIG. Then, the display state after the change is confirmed. For example, as shown in FIG. 43D, when the button operation is ended when the display indicating that “B country” is in the selected state, the second display mode corresponding to “B country” is displayed. It will be controlled to “B country mode” which is # 2. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 43E, a background image S2 corresponding to the “B country mode” is displayed.

  When the production state is “侍 mode”, for example, as shown in FIG. 44A, the production state is “侍 mode” such as “侍 mode” and “0 times remaining” at the upper left of the display area. And a notification image H4 that notifies the remaining number of times of variable display in the “侍 mode” are displayed. Further, in the “侍 mode”, for example, an effect image E1 showing a state of cutting a person is displayed, and a notification image H5 for notifying a predetermined count value such as “300 people / 1000 people” is displayed on the upper right of the display area. . At this time, the “left” variable display part DL, the “middle” variable display part DC, and the “right” variable display part DR are displayed in a reduced size in the lower right of the display area.

  Further, by displaying “remaining 0 times” as the notification image H4, it is notified that it is the last variable display in the “侍 mode”. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 44 (B), when the fixed decorative pattern of the lost combination is stopped and displayed on the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR, and the variable display is ended, the display at the upper right of the display area is “ If it is confirmed that “300 people / 1000 people”, the “侍 mode” ends. After the variable display result does not become a big hit and the “侍 mode” ends, the “侍 preparation mode” may be controlled or the “normal mode” may be controlled. The control to shift from the “か ら mode” to the “侍 preparation mode” is performed, for example, from the production mode # 4 and the first probability variation game state shown in FIGS. 41 and 42 to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value”. Corresponding to “special game count value = advantageous release end determination value” and “random number SR1 = first effect mode determination value data” from the corresponding state transition, effect mode # 4 and time reduction state shown in FIG. 41 and FIG. This corresponds to the state transition to be performed. On the other hand, the control to shift from the “侍 mode” to the “normal mode” includes, for example, “special-purpose game count value = advantageous release end determination value” and “ A state transition corresponding to “random value SR1 = second effect mode determination value data” corresponds to this.

  When the “さ れ る preparation mode” is controlled after the “侍 mode” is finished, for example, as shown in FIG. 44 (C), the presentation state is “侍 preparation mode” such as “侍 preparation mode” at the upper left of the display area. An informing image H6 for informing that is displayed. In addition, a background image S1A of a display color corresponding to the “侍 preparation mode” such as “night mansion entrance” is displayed. On the other hand, when the “normal mode” is controlled after the “claw mode” is finished, the notification image H6 is not displayed as shown in, for example, FIG. A background image S1 having a display color corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. Here, the background image S1 may be the same image as that shown in FIG. In the “図 preparation mode” and “normal mode”, as shown in FIGS. 44C and 44D, the “left” variable display portion DL, the “middle” variable display portion DC, and the “right” The variable display part DR is displayed in a normal size in the center of the display area.

  After the variable display result does not become a big hit and the “preparation mode” ends, the “normal mode” is controlled. For example, as shown in FIG. 45A, after the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the “claw preparation mode” as in FIG. 44C, each variable display is displayed as shown in FIG. 45B. It is assumed that the definite decorative symbols of the combination of losing are stopped and displayed in the parts DL, DC, and DR, and the variable display is finished. At this time, when it is determined that the control is to be performed in the “normal mode”, the background image S1 of the display color corresponding to the “normal mode” such as “daytime house entrance” as illustrated in FIG. Is displayed. The control to shift from the “侍 preparation mode” to the “normal mode” is, for example, state transition corresponding to “random number SR2 = effect end determination value data” from the effect mode # 1 and the normal game state shown in FIG. 41 and FIG. And so on.

  Next, a specific example of the rendering operation when the variable display result is a big hit will be described. FIG. 46 shows an example in which the variable display result in the “normal mode” is the probability change confirmed big hit, and the “true / 侍 mode” is entered after the big hit gaming state. In FIG. 46A, variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed in the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E2 in which a kite runs from the left to the right of the display area is displayed.

  Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 46B, an effect image E3 indicating “horse horse” is displayed in the center of the display area, and a mark image MK2 indicating “Third shade” is displayed in the lower left of the display area as a notice display. Furthermore, for example, as shown in FIG. 46C, an effect image E4 indicating “示 す” is displayed at the center of the display area. At this time, the display returns to the display of the mark image MK1 indicating “star” again at the lower left of the display area. Here, by displaying the effect image E3 as shown in FIG. 46B or the effect image E4 as shown in FIG. 46C, the step-up notice is executed. The step-up notice is an effect display for notifying that the variable display result will be a big hit by displaying so that multiple types of effect images are sequentially switched. The reliability of the notice that is the probability of becoming higher.

  After the display of FIG. 46 (C), for example, as shown in FIG. 46 (D), after the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed in the middle of the “left” variable display portion DL, “ The decorative symbol is temporarily stopped at the “right” variable display portion DR and then changed so that the symbol returns as indicated by an arrow A1. Then, the same decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed in the middle of the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR, so that the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is reached. Become. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 46E, an effect image E5 is displayed in which light travels from left to right with the reach effective line as the reach line.

  After the display of FIG. 46 (E), in the middle of the “middle” variable display portion DC, a decoration indicating the same Chinese numeral “seven” as the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. By stopping the display of symbols, for example, as shown in FIG. 46 (F), a decisive decorative symbol of a big hit combination indicating that it is a probable change definite big hit is derived and displayed. At this time, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed. Subsequently, for example, an effect image E7 showing five persons is displayed as shown in FIG. 46 (G). Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 46 (H), the effect image E8 is displayed such that five persons are cut and divided from right to left one by one. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 46I, a notification image H7 indicating that the variable display result is a big hit is displayed at the center of the display area.

  Thereafter, in the jackpot gaming state based on the probability variation confirmed jackpot, for example, as shown in FIG. 46 (J), a notification image H8 indicating the number of rounds such as “Round 15” is displayed on the upper left of the display area, and the jackpot gaming state is displayed. The effect image E9 is displayed. Then, when the big hit gaming state based on the probability variation confirmed big hit ends, it is controlled to the “true / 侍 mode”. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 46 (K), a notification image H9 is displayed in the vicinity of the center of the display area to notify that the effect state is “true / 侍 mode”, such as “entering true / 侍 mode”. Further, a background image S3 corresponding to one of “true /「 mode ”and“ 侍 mode ”such as“ bamboo bamboo ”is displayed. The control for setting the “true / 侍 mode” after the end of the big hit gaming state based on the probability change confirmed big hit includes the state transition corresponding to the “probable change mode flag = 1” from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. Applicable.

  Following the display in FIG. 46 (K), for example, as shown in FIG. 46 (L), a notification that the effect state is “true / 侍 mode” such as “true / 侍 mode” at the upper left of the display area. In addition to displaying the image H10, a notification image H11 for notifying the contents of the mission, such as “If you kill 1,000 enemies, is a big hit!” Is displayed in the center of the display area. Further, in the upper right of the display area, for example, “0 person / 1000 people”, a notification image H5 for notifying a predetermined count value is displayed as in the “と mode” shown in FIG. .

  FIG. 47 shows an example in which the variable display result in the “normal mode” is a probable indefinite big hit and the “侍 mode” is entered after the big hit gaming state. In FIGS. 47 (A) to 47 (C), the effect display including the variable display of decorative symbols proceeds in the same manner as FIGS. 46 (A) to 46 (C).

  47 (C), for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (D), after the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “2” is stopped and displayed in the middle stage of the “left” variable display portion DL, “ The decorative symbol is temporarily stopped at the variable display portion DR on the right side. Thereafter, in the same manner as in FIG. 46 (D), the pattern is changed so as to return as indicated by an arrow A1. Then, the same decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “2” is stopped and displayed in the middle in the variable display portions DL and DR of “left” and “right”, so that the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is reached. Become. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (E), an effect image E5 is displayed in which light travels from left to right using the reach effective line as the reach line.

  47E, after the display of FIG. 47E, in the middle of the “middle” variable display portion DC, a decoration indicating the same Chinese numeral “two” as the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. By stopping and displaying the symbols, for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (F), a definite decorative symbol of a big hit combination indicating that it is a probable indefinite big hit is derived and displayed. At this time, the effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is displayed. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 47G, for example, an effect image E7 showing five persons is displayed in the same manner as in FIG. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (H), in the same manner as in FIG. 46 (H), an effect image E8 is displayed in which five persons are cut and divided from right to left one by one. . Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 47 (I), for example, as in FIG. 46 (I), a notification image H7 indicating that the variable display result is a big hit is displayed in the center of the display area.

  Thereafter, in the jackpot gaming state based on the probability variation confirmed jackpot, for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (J), a notification indicating the number of rounds such as “Round 15” in the upper left of the display area, as in FIG. 46 (J). An image H8 is displayed, and an effect image E9 in the big hit gaming state is displayed. Then, when the big hit gaming state based on the probabilistic indefinite big hit ends, the game is controlled to the “侍 mode”. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (K), a notification image H12 notifying that the effect state is “侍 mode” is displayed near the center of the display area. Further, a background image S3 corresponding to one of “true /「 mode ”and“ 侍 mode ”such as“ bamboo bamboo ”is displayed. The control for setting the “侍 mode” after the end of the big hit gaming state based on such a probable indefinite big hit is the state transition corresponding to the “probable change mode flag = 2” from the end of the big winning opening opening game shown in FIG. This corresponds to a state transition corresponding to “short time determination flag ON” from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG.

  47 (K), for example, as shown in FIG. 47 (L), the notification images H3 and H4 are displayed on the upper left of the display area, as shown in FIG. In the center, a notification image H11 similar to that shown in FIG. 46 (L) is displayed. Further, in the upper right of the display area, for example, a notification image H5 for notifying a predetermined count value, such as “0 person / 1000 people”, is displayed in the same manner as in FIG.

  FIG. 48 shows an example of the case where the variable display result suddenly becomes a probable big hit in the “normal mode” and the “true / 侍 mode” is entered after the big hit gaming state. In FIG. 48 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 48B, for example, the screen display darkens from the end of the display area toward the center. At this time, the “left” variable display part DL, the “middle” variable display part DC, and the “right” variable display part DR are displayed in a reduced size in the lower right of the display area. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 48C, a background image S4 indicating “侍” is displayed, and an effect image E10 in which thunder light runs from the upper right of the display area is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 48D, the screen display is darkened again.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 48D, the effect image E11 showing “侍” in an enlarged manner is displayed together with the effect image E10 showing lightning so as to move from the right to the left of the display area. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 48F, for example, the screen display is darkened again, and at the same time, the effect member Y provided around the image display device 5 (upper and left and right) and shaped like a “sword” is indicated by an arrow A2. It is driven as shown to move to the front of the display area. At this time, in the display area, an effect image E12 is displayed in which lightning travels along the effect member Y and emits light from the center.

  Following the effect of FIG. 48 (F), for example, as shown in FIG. 48 (G), an effect image E13 in which light spreads over the entire display area is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 48H, an effect image E14 in which light remains in a form along the effect member Y is displayed. Then, the effect member Y is driven to retract from the front surface of the display area and returns to the original position, and an effect image E15 in which light explodes is displayed as shown in FIG. 48 (I), for example.

  48 (I), for example, as shown in FIG. 48 (J), the notification image H12 is displayed near the center of the display area and the background image S3 is displayed as shown in FIG. 47 (K). Is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 48 (K), the effect image E16 in which the center of the display area shines is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 48 (L), the notification image H9 is displayed at the center of the display area in the same manner as in FIG. 46 (K). At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 48 (M), in the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR, fixed decorative symbols that are first chances such as Chinese numerals “1”, “3”, and “5”, respectively. When the combination of is stopped and displayed, the variable display result suddenly becomes a probable big hit. Similarly to FIG. 46L, the notification image H10 is displayed at the upper left of the display area, the notification image H11 is displayed at the center of the display area, and the notification image H5 is displayed at the upper right of the display area. . Based on the variable display result of the sudden probability change big hit, the open / close plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is opened twice for two seconds, for example, and two rounds are performed, and the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability change big hit Ends. The control for setting the “true / 侍 mode” after the end of the big hit gaming state based on such a sudden probability change big hit is the state transition corresponding to the “sudden probability change mode flag = 1” from the end of the big prize opening opening game shown in FIG. Is applicable.

  FIG. 49 shows an example of the case where the “true / 侍 mode” is entered even after the jackpot gaming state is ended when the variable display result in the “true / 侍 mode” is the probability change confirmed big hit. In FIG. 49A, the background image S3 is displayed, the notification image H10 is displayed on the upper left of the display area, and the notification image H5 is displayed on the upper right of the display area. At this time, in the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR displayed in a reduced size in the lower right of the display area, variable display of decorative symbols is performed.

  Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 49B, every time the effect image E17 showing a state of cutting a person is displayed, the number of persons notified by the notification image H5 displayed at the upper right of the display area is incremented by one. . It should be noted that the number of persons notified by the notification image H5 may be added by one or more in response to the display of the effect image E17 showing how to cut a person, or an operation of adding 1 during the display of the effect image E17. May be executed multiple times. For example, when an effect display corresponding to killing 1000 people is performed, as shown in FIG. 49C, the number of people notified by the notification image H5 displayed at the upper right of the display area is “1000 people / 1000”. A notification image H13 indicating that the number of people cut has reached 1000 is displayed at the center of the display area. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 49D, the effect image E18 showing “示 す” is displayed in a large size in the entire display area.

  Following the display in FIG. 49D, for example, as shown in FIG. 49E, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR that are displayed in a reduced size in the lower right of the display area will be probable big hits. A definite decorative symbol of the jackpot combination shown is derived and displayed. In the center of the display area, for example, a notification image H14 for notifying that the mission has been achieved is displayed, such as “1000 people completed!”. Thereafter, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR that have been displayed in a reduced size are enlarged, and for example, as shown in FIG. 49 (F), a fixed decorative pattern is displayed in a normal size at the center of the display area. At this time, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  After the display of FIG. 49 (F) is performed, as shown in FIG. 49 (G), for example, as in FIG. 46 (G) and FIG. 47 (G), an effect image E7 showing five persons is displayed. Is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 49 (H), an effect image in which five persons are cut and divided from right to left one by one in the same manner as in FIGS. 46 (H) and 47 (H). E8 is displayed. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 49 (I), a notification image H7 indicating that the variable display result is a big hit is displayed at the center of the display area in the same manner as in FIGS. 46 (I) and 47 (I). Is displayed.

  After that, in the big hit gaming state based on the probability change confirmed big hit, as shown in FIG. 49 (J), for example, as in FIG. 46 (J) and FIG. 47 (J), “Round 15” is displayed at the upper left of the display area. A notification image H8 indicating the number of rounds is displayed, and an effect image E9 in the big hit gaming state is displayed. Then, when the big hit gaming state based on the probability variation confirmed big hit ends, it is controlled to the “true / 侍 mode”. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 49 (K), a notification image H9A indicating that the “true / 侍 mode” such as “continuation of true / 侍 mode” is continued is displayed near the center of the display area. A background image S3 is also displayed.

  50 to 52 show an example in which the player can be involved in the progress of the reach effect display by button operation. In FIG. 50 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK3 indicating “兜” is displayed at the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E19 in which the horse runs from the left to the right of the display area is displayed.

  Thereafter, as a step-up notice, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed in the center of the display area. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (C), an effect image E20 showing a state in which the spear swings the sword is displayed over the entire display area. At this time, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR are reduced and displayed at the lower right of the display area. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 50D, the display returns to the display of the background image S1, and the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR are displayed in normal sizes.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 50 (D), for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (E), the decorative symbols are simultaneously stopped and displayed on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. At this time, the variable display mode is not reach. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (F), an effect image E21 that wraps the “right” variable display portion DR in flame is displayed, and the decorative design that has been stopped and displayed in accordance with the effect display is changed. Done. For example, as shown in FIG. 50G, an upper stage in the “left” variable display section DL, a lower stage in the “right” variable display section DR, and a lower stage in the “left” variable display section DL. A so-called double reach is established by displaying the same decorative pattern together in the upper stage of the “right” variable display portion DR. In response to this, an effect image E22 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line, and the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases.

  After performing the display of FIG. 50 (G), for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (H), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR in which double reach is established are reduced. Display at the four corners of the display area. And while displaying background image S1, the production image E23 which shows the wrinkle which wore haze is displayed. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 50I, for example, an effect image E24 in which the upper half of the effect image E23 is enlarged is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 50J, an effect image E25 obtained by enlarging the face portion of the effect image E24 is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (K), an effect image E26 showing a state in which the heel with the heel swings the sword is displayed as in the effect images E23 to E25.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 50 (K), for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (L), an effect image E27 showing the appearance of lightning from the sword is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (M), an effect image E28 showing a state where lightning rises to the sky is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (N), the lightning that has risen to the sky forms a ring, and the decorative pattern corresponding to the “middle” variable display portion DC is variably displayed so as to rotate in a ring shape. The effect image E29 showing the state of being displayed is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 50 (O), the background image S5 showing the lightning is displayed and the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “four” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area.

  After the display of FIG. 50 (O) is performed, as shown in FIG. 51 (A), for example, an effect image E30 showing a state where the decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “four” explodes is displayed. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 51B, for example, an effect image E31 showing a state in which the exploded pieces gather at the center of the display area is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (C), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating a “roll” as a lost pattern is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (D), an effect image E32 showing a state in which thunder light spreads in all directions from the decorative design indicating “roller” is displayed. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (E), an effect image E33 showing a state in which the decorative design indicating the “roller” explodes is displayed.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 51 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (F), an effect image E31 showing a state in which exploded debris collects in the center of the display area is displayed in the same manner as in FIG. 51 (B). To do. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (G), a state in which the collected fragments become a decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “5” is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (H), an effect image E33A showing a state in which the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “5” explodes is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (I), an effect image E31 showing a state in which exploded debris collects in the center of the display area is displayed in the same manner as in FIGS. 51 (B) and 51 (F). Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (J), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative symbol indicating a “roll” as a lost symbol is displayed.

  After the display of FIG. 51 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (K), a notification image H15 that prompts the player to operate the button is displayed. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (L), a notification image H16 for notifying the remaining time at which the button operation can be accepted is displayed. Here, for example, the initial value of the time limit for accepting button operations is set to “3 seconds”, and if a button operation is detected within 1 second after acceptance, the reach of “true / random dance” is reached. An effect display is performed. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (M), an effect image E34 showing a state in which the kite cuts the decorative design showing the “roll” as the lost design is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (N), a notification image H17 for informing that “true / disturbance dance” is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 51 (O), an effect image E33 showing a state in which the decorative design showing the “roller” explodes is displayed in the same manner as in FIG. 51 (E).

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 51 (O), for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (A), the exploded debris is displayed in the display area in the same manner as in FIGS. 51 (B), 51 (F), and 51 (I). An effect image E31 showing a state of gathering at the center of the screen is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (B), the collected pieces are displayed in a decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “six”. Similarly to FIG. 51 (D), the Chinese numeral “six” is displayed. An effect image E32 showing a state where lightning spreads in all directions from the decorative pattern shown is displayed. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 52C, for example, an effect image E35 in which thunder light runs on the decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (D), an effect image E36 showing a state in which the decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “six” explodes is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 52 (E), the exploded debris is placed at the center of the display area in the same manner as in FIGS. 51 (B), 51 (F), 51 (I), and 52 (A). An effect image E31 showing a state of gathering is displayed.

  After performing the display of FIG. 52 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (F), in the same manner as FIG. 51 (D), along with the decorative design indicating “Scroll”, thunder light is emitted from the decorative design in all directions. An effect image E32 showing a state of spreading is displayed. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (G), an effect image E <b> 35 in which thunder light runs on the decorative design indicating “Scroll” is displayed in the same manner as in FIG. 52 (C). Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (H), an effect image E33 showing a state in which the decorative symbol indicating “Scroll” explodes is displayed in the same manner as in FIG. 51 (E) and FIG. 51 (O). And, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (I), the exploded debris as in FIGS. 51 (B), 51 (F), 51 (I), 52 (A), 52 (E). An effect image E31 showing a state in which the images gather at the center of the display area is displayed. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (J), the collected pieces are displayed as decorative symbols indicating the Chinese numeral “seven”, and FIGS. 51 (D), 52 (B) and 52 (52) are displayed. In the same manner as in F), an effect image E32 showing a state in which thunder light spreads in all directions from the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “seven” is displayed.

  Following the display of FIG. 52 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (K), thunder light is applied to the decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” in the same manner as in FIGS. 52 (C) and 52 (G). An effect image E35 that causes a run is displayed. After that, for example, as shown in FIG. 52 (L), a big hit indicating that the probability change confirmed big hit is obtained by stopping and displaying the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” in the middle stage of the “middle” variable display portion DC. A combination decorative symbol of the combination is derived and displayed. At this time, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 53 shows another example where the player can be involved in the progress of the reach effect display by button operation. In FIG. 53A, variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK4 indicating "Oval" is displayed at the lower left of the display area.

  Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed in the center of the display area. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 53C, an effect image E4 indicating “示 す” is displayed in the center of the display area. Here, the step-up notice is executed by displaying the effect image E3 as shown in FIG. 53B or the effect image E4 as shown in FIG. 53C. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (D), after the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed in the middle of the “left” variable display portion DL, the “right” variable display portion DR is displayed. The decorative design is temporarily stopped and then changed so that the design returns as indicated by an arrow A1. Then, the same decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed in the middle of the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR, so that the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is reached. Become. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (E), an effect image E5 is displayed in which light travels from left to right with the reach effective line as the reach line.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 53 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (F), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR for which reach has been established are reduced and displayed. Is displayed on the upper left and right of. In the center of the display area, an effect image E37 indicating “侍” is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (G), an effect image E38 showing a state where the same eyelid as effect image E37 cuts a person is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (H), an effect image E39 showing an enlarged sword flash is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (I), the effect image E40, which is a wave image indicating that the same flash as the effect image E39 destroys the decorative design, is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (J), a notification image H15 that prompts the player to operate the button is displayed. At this time, a notification image H16 that notifies the remaining time at which the button operation can be accepted is also displayed.

  According to the display as shown in FIG. 53 (J), when the button operation is detected after the elapsed time after the button operation can be accepted exceeds 1 second, or when the button operation is not detected. Will be displayed with a reach effect of “Ranranbu”. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (K), a background image S6 that is a wave image of a decorative design is displayed, and an effect image E41 that shows a state in which a spear cuts a person is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (L), a notification image H18 for notifying that it is “Ranbu Dance” is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (M), the effect image E42 which is a wave image is displayed. At this time, by continuously performing the effect display in which the flash of the sword destroys the decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “6”, the effect of the effect until the variable display result is determined to be a big hit is enhanced.

  After the display of FIG. 53 (M), for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (N), a state in which the decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is destroyed by the flash of the sword is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (O), a decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 53 (P), in the middle stage of each of the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR, the decorative symbols indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” are stopped and displayed together, and the probability variation confirmed big hit is obtained. A definite decorative symbol of a jackpot combination that indicates that is derived is displayed. At this time, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  54 and 55 show yet another example in the case where the player can be involved in the progress of the reach effect display by button operation. In FIG. 54 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK5 indicating “arrow” is displayed at the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E43 in which a bird flies from right to left is displayed.

  Thereafter, as a step-up notice, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed in the center of the display area. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (C), an effect image E20 showing a state in which the spear swings the sword over the entire display area is displayed. At this time, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR are reduced and displayed at the lower right of the display area. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 54D, the display returns to the display of the background image S1, and the variable display portions DL, DC, DR are displayed in normal sizes. For example, as shown in FIG. 54 (E), the decorative symbols are simultaneously stopped and displayed on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. At this time, the upper stage in the “left” variable display part DL and the lower stage in the “right” variable display part DR, and the lower stage in the “left” variable display part DL and the upper stage in the “right” variable display part DR. Thus, the double reach is established by displaying the same decorative pattern together.

  In accordance with the establishment of the double reach shown in FIG. 54 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (F), an effect image E22 that displays the reach effective line as a reach line is displayed. The variation speed of the decorative pattern in the variable display portion DC is reduced. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 54G, an effect image E44 showing “示 す” in an enlarged manner at the center of the display area is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (H), the display of the effect image E44 is erased, and the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC increases. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (I), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR in which double reach is established are reduced and displayed at the four corners of the display area. Along with this, a background image S7 showing a sailing ship floating in the sea is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (J), an effect image E45 that is a character image having a bow is displayed.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 54 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (K), an effect image E46 showing a state where a burning arrow is stuck in the sail of the sailing ship is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (L), a notification image H15 that prompts the player to operate the button is displayed. At this time, a notification image H16 that notifies the remaining time at which the button operation can be accepted is also displayed. In response to this display, if a button operation is detected after the elapsed time since the button operation has been accepted exceeds 1 second, or if no button operation is detected, Reach effect display is performed. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (M), an effect image E47, which is a character image for squeezing the bow, is displayed, and a notification image H18 for notifying that it is “Ranbu Dance” is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (N), an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “one” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 54 (O), a decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “2” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area.

  After the display of FIG. 54 (O), for example, the decorative symbols are sequentially enlarged and displayed in the order in which the symbol numbers increase, so that the Chinese numeral “six” or the Chinese numeral “seven” constituting the jackpot combination gradually. ”Is displayed. That is, for example, as shown in FIG. 55 (A), after a decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “5” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area, for example, as shown in FIG. 55 (B), the center of the display area is displayed. , The decorative pattern showing the Chinese numeral “6” is enlarged and displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 55C, an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “seven” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area, and an effect image E48 in which the decorative design burns is displayed together with the display. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 55 (D), for example, a big hit indicating that the probability change confirmed big hit is obtained by stopping and displaying the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” in the middle stage of the “middle” variable display portion DC. A combination decorative symbol of the combination is derived and displayed. At this time, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  56 to 58 show an example of reach effect display that proceeds without the player's involvement. In FIG. 56 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed in the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E2 in which a kite runs from the left to the right of the display area is displayed.

  Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed at the center of the display area, and a mark image MK2 indicating “Tadakasa” is displayed at the lower left of the display area as a notice display. . Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 56C, an effect image E4 indicating “侍” is displayed at the center of the display area. At this time, the display returns to the display of the mark image MK1 indicating “star” again at the lower left of the display area. Here, the step-up notice is executed by displaying the effect image E3 as shown in FIG. 56B or the effect image E4 as shown in FIG. 56C. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 56D, the display of the effect image E4 is erased, and the display returns to the display of the background image S1. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (E), the decorative symbols are simultaneously stopped and displayed on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. At this time, the variable display mode is not reach.

  Following the display of FIG. 56 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (F), an effect image E21 that wraps the “right” variable display portion DR in flame is displayed, and stops according to the effect display. The displayed decorative design is changed. For example, as shown in FIG. 56G, the upper stage in the “left” variable display section DL and the lower stage in the “right” variable display section DR, and the lower stage in the “left” variable display section DL Double reach is established by displaying the same decorative symbols together in the upper stage of the “right” variable display portion DR. In response to this, an effect image E22 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line, and the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (H), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR in which double reach is established are reduced and displayed at the four corners of the display area. Further, the background image S1 is displayed, and an effect image E23 indicating the wrinkle that has been worn is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (I), an effect image E24 in which the upper half of the effect image E23 is enlarged is displayed, and then, for example, an effect image in which the face portion of the effect image E24 is enlarged as shown in FIG. 56 (J). E25 is displayed.

  After the display shown in FIG. 56 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (K), an effect image E26 showing a state where the heel with the heel swings the sword is displayed as in the effect images E23 to E25. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (L), an effect image E27 showing a state in which lightning is emitted from the sword is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (M), an effect image E28 showing a state where lightning rises to the sky is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (N), the lightning that has risen to the sky forms a ring, and the decorative pattern corresponding to the “middle” variable display portion DC is variably displayed so as to rotate in a ring shape. The effect image E29 showing the state of being displayed is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 56 (O), the background image S5 showing the lightning is displayed and the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “four” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area.

  Subsequent to the display of FIG. 56 (O), for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (A), an effect image E49 showing an enlarged face part of the eyelid covered with the eyelid at the center of the display area is displayed (cut-in display). ) After erasing the effect image E49, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (B), the effect image E30 showing the decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “four” exploding is displayed. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 57C, for example, an effect image E31 showing a state in which the exploded pieces gather at the center of the display area is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (D), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating a “roll” as a lost pattern is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (E), an effect image E33 showing a state in which the decorative design indicating the “roller” explodes is displayed.

  After the display shown in FIG. 57 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (F), an effect image E31 showing a state in which exploded debris gathers in the center of the display area is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (G), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “5” is displayed. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (H), an effect image E33A showing a state in which the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “5” explodes is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (I), an effect image E31 showing a state in which the exploded pieces gather at the center of the display area is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (J), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating a “roll” as a lost pattern is displayed.

  Subsequent to the display in FIG. 57 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (K), an effect image E33 showing a state in which the decorative symbol indicating the “roller” explodes is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (L), an effect image E31 showing a state in which the exploded pieces gather at the center of the display area is displayed. After that, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (M), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (N), an effect image E36 showing a state in which the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “six” explodes is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (O), an effect image E31 showing a state in which exploded debris gathers in the center of the display area is displayed.

  After the display of FIG. 57 (O), for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (A), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating a “roll” as a lost pattern is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (B), an effect image E33 showing a state in which the decorative design indicating the “roller” explodes is displayed. Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 58C, for example, an effect image E31 showing a state in which the exploded pieces gather at the center of the display area is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 58 (D), a state in which the collected pieces become a decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is displayed. At this time, as shown in, for example, 58 (E), a big hit indicating that the probability change confirmed big hit is obtained by stopping display of the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” in the middle of the variable display portion DC of “middle”. A combination decorative symbol of the combination is derived and displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 59 shows another example of reach effect display that proceeds without the player's involvement. In FIG. 59A, variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. Further, a mark image MK4 indicating “Oval” is displayed at the lower left of the display area, and an effect image E50 in which, for example, a cloud moves from left to right is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed in the center of the display area. Here, the mark image MK4 indicating “Oval” remains displayed at the lower left of the display area. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 59C, the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed simultaneously on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. At this time, the variable display mode is not reach. A mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area.

  After performing the display of FIG. 59 (C), for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (D), an effect image E21 that wraps the “right” variable display portion DR in flame is displayed, and according to the effect display. The decorative pattern that has been stopped is changed. For example, as shown in FIG. 59 (E), decorative symbols indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” are displayed in the middle stage of the “left” variable display section DL and the middle stage of the “right” variable display section DR. As a result, reach is established. In response to this, an effect image E51 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line.

  Following the display in FIG. 59 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (F), an effect image E52 showing an enlarged “侍” in the center of the display area is displayed. After erasing the display of the effect image E52, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (G), the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (H), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR for which reach has been established are reduced and displayed on the upper and left sides of the display area. In the center of the display area, an effect image E37 indicating “侍” is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (I), an effect image E38 showing a state where the same eyelid as effect image E37 cuts a person is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 59J, an effect image E39 showing an enlarged sword flash is displayed.

  After the display of FIG. 59 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (K), the display of the effect image E42, which is a wave image showing how the same flash as the effect image E39 destroys the decorative design, is displayed. Done. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (L), the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is displayed in an enlarged manner, and by continuously performing the effect display in which the flash of the sword destroys the decorative symbol, The production effect is increased until it is determined whether or not the variable display result is a big hit. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (M), a state in which the decorative pattern indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is destroyed by the flash of the sword is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (N), a decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (O), the decorative change indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed together in the middle stage of each of the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR, so A definite decorative symbol of a jackpot combination that indicates that is derived is displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 60 shows another example in which a part of the notice display or reach effect display is different from that shown in FIG. In FIG. 60A, variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed in the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E2 in which a kite runs from the left to the right of the display area is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (B), the decorative symbols are simultaneously stopped and displayed on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. At this time, the variable display mode is not reach.

  After the display shown in FIG. 60B, for example, as shown in FIG. 60C, an effect image E21 that wraps the “right” variable display portion DR in flame is displayed. The decorative pattern that has been stopped is changed. For example, as shown in FIG. 60 (D), decorative symbols indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” are displayed together in the middle stage of the “left” variable display section DL and the middle section of the “right” variable display section DR. As a result, reach is established. In response to this, an effect image E51 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (E), an effect image E52 showing an enlarged “侍” at the center of the display area is displayed.

  Following the display in FIG. 60 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (F), the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (G), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR where the reach is established are reduced and displayed on the upper and left sides of the display area. In the center of the display area, an effect image E37 indicating “侍” is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (H), an effect image E38 showing that the same eyelid as effect image E37 cuts a person is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (I), an effect image E39 showing an enlarged sword flash is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 60 (J), the effect image E42 that is a wave image showing the appearance of the same flash as the effect image E39 destroying the decorative design is displayed.

  After performing the display of FIG. 60 (J), for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (K), an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “six” is enlarged and displayed, and the flash of the sword destroys the ornamental design. By continuing the display, it is possible to enhance the production effect until it is determined whether or not the variable display result is a big hit. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (L), a decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. At this time, for example, by scrolling the effect image E37 from right to left, "な ど" appears in the entire display area as shown in FIG. In addition, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR are reduced and displayed at the lower right of the display area.

  Following the display in FIG. 60 (M), for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (N), an effect image E53 showing a state in which the scissors cut the decorative design indicating the Chinese numeral “six” is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (O), the display returns to the display of the background image S1, and the effect image E36 showing the appearance that the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “six” explodes is displayed. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 60 (P), the decorative change indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed together in the middle stage of each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR, so A definite decorative symbol of a jackpot combination that indicates that is derived is displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 61 shows yet another example of the reach effect display that proceeds without the player's involvement. In FIG. 61 (A), the variable display of the decorative symbols is started in the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR in the state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. In addition, a mark image MK5 indicating an “arrow” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed in the center of the display area. At this time, the mark image MK5 indicating “arrow” is still displayed at the lower left of the display area. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 61C, an effect image E44 showing “示 す” in an enlarged manner at the center of the display area is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed in the lower left of the display area. Here, the step-up notice is executed by displaying the effect image E3 as shown in FIG. 61B or the effect image E44 as shown in FIG. 61C. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (D), the decorative symbols are simultaneously stopped and displayed on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR. Here, the variable display mode is not reach. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (E), an effect image E21 that wraps the “right” variable display portion DR in flames is displayed, and the decorative design that has been stopped and displayed according to the effect display is changed. Done.

  After performing the display of FIG. 61 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. The double reach is established by displaying the same decorative design in the lower stage in the “left” variable display section DL and the upper stage in the “right” variable display section DR. In response to this, an effect image E22 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line, and the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (G), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR in which double reach is established are reduced and displayed at the four corners of the display area. Along with this, a background image S7 showing a sailing ship floating in the sea is displayed. After erasing the background image S7, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (H), an effect image E45 that is a character image having a bow is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (I), an effect image E46 showing a state where a burning arrow is stuck in the sail of the sailing ship is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (J), a decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “one” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area.

  Subsequent to the display of FIG. 61 (J), for example, the decorative symbols are sequentially enlarged and displayed in the order in which the symbol numbers increase, so that the Chinese numbers “six” or “seven” that constitute the jackpot combination are gradually displayed. Get closer to the display. Then, for example, when the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “four” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area as shown in FIG. 61 (K), for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (L), the center of the display area is displayed. The effect image E54 is displayed (cut-in display) so that the character image for squeezing the bow moves from left to right. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (M), a decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “5” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. Then, for example, the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “six” is enlarged and displayed, and then the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “seven” is enlarged at the center of the display area as shown in FIG. 61 (N), for example. An effect image E48 is displayed along with the display, such that the decorative symbol burns. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 61 (O), it is shown that the decorative change indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed at the middle stage in the “middle” variable display section DC, thereby indicating that the probability change confirmed big hit. A definite decorative symbol of the big hit combination is derived and displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 62 shows another example in which a part of the notice display or reach effect display is different from that shown in FIG. In FIG. 62 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK5 indicating “arrow” is displayed at the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E43 in which a bird flies from right to left is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 62B, an effect image E55 in which the flash of the sword moves from the upper right to the lower left of the display area is displayed as the notice display. Here, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 62C, an effect image E56 in which the flash of the sword moves from the upper left to the lower right of the display area is displayed as the notice display. For example, as shown in FIG. 62 (D), an upper stage in the “left” variable display part DL and a lower stage in the “right” variable display part DR, and a lower stage in the “left” variable display part DL Double reach is established by displaying the same decorative symbols together in the upper stage of the “right” variable display portion DR. In response to this, an effect image E22 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line, and the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases.

  Following the display in FIG. 62 (D), for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (E), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR in which double reach is established are reduced and displayed. Display in the four corners. Along with this, a background image S7 showing a sailing ship floating in the sea is displayed. After erasing the background image S7, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (F), an effect image E45 that is a character image having a bow is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (G), an effect image E46 showing a state where a burning arrow is stuck in the sail of the sailing ship is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (H), a decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “one” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area.

  After the display of FIG. 62 (H), for example, the decorative symbols are sequentially enlarged and displayed in the order in which the symbol numbers increase, so that the Chinese numeral “seven” or the Chinese numeral “one” that gradually constitutes the jackpot combination. Approaching the display. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (I), when an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “5” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (J), the center of the display area The effect image E54 is displayed (cut-in display) so that the character image for squeezing the bow moves from left to right. After the display of the effect image E54, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (K), a decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “six” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (L), an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “seven” is displayed in an enlarged manner at the center of the display area, and an effect image E48 is displayed along with the display. . At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 62 (M), the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed in the middle stage of the “middle” variable display portion DC, thereby indicating that the probability change confirmed big hit is obtained. A definite decorative symbol of the big hit combination is derived and displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 63 shows still another example of the effect operation in which a part of the notice display or reach effect display is different from that shown in FIG. 61 or 62. In FIG. 63 (A), the variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK6 indicating “double arrows” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. In addition to these displays, for example, an effect image E43 in which a bird flies from right to left and an effect image E55 in which the flash of a sword moves from the upper right to the lower left of the display area are displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 63B, an effect image E56 in which the flash of the sword moves from the upper left to the lower right of the display area is displayed as the notice display. Here, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area.

  Following the display in FIG. 63B, for example, as shown in FIG. 63C, an effect image E57 in which the flash of the sword moves from the upper left to the lower left of the display area is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 63D, the upper stage in the “left” variable display part DL and the lower stage in the “right” variable display part DR, and the lower stage in the “left” variable display part DL Double reach is established by displaying the same decorative symbols together in the upper stage of the “right” variable display portion DR. In response to this, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (E), the effect image E22 that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line is displayed. The speed is reduced.

  After performing the display of FIG. 63 (E), for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (F), the decorative symbols on the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR where the double reach is established are reduced. Display at the four corners of the display area. At the same time, in the “middle” variable display section, an effect display is performed such that the decorative symbols scrolled from the upper side to the center of the display area are inflamed. For example, as shown in FIG. 63 (G), the screen display is darkened, and at the same time, the effect member Y provided around the image display device 5 is driven as indicated by the arrow A2 to move to the front of the display area. . In the display area, an effect image E14 in which light remains in a form along the effect member Y is displayed. At this time, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR are reduced and displayed at the lower right of the display area.

  After the effect of FIG. 63 (G), the effect member Y is driven to retract from the front surface of the display area and returns to the original position, and double reach is established as shown in FIG. 63 (H), for example. The decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR are reduced and displayed at the four corners of the display area. In addition, a background image S7 showing the sailing ship floating in the sea is displayed. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (I), an effect image E45 that is a character image having a bow is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (J), an effect image E46 showing a state where a burning arrow is stuck in the sail of the sailing ship is displayed.

  After the display of FIG. 63 (J), for example, the decorative symbols are sequentially enlarged and displayed in the order of increasing the symbol numbers, so that the Chinese numeral “seven” or the Chinese numeral “one” that gradually constitutes the jackpot combination is gradually displayed. Approaching the display. Here, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (K), when the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “5” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (L), the center of the display area is displayed. The effect image E54 is displayed (cut-in display) so that the character image for squeezing the bow moves from left to right. After the display of the effect image E54, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (M), a decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “six” is displayed in an enlarged manner at the center of the display area. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (N), an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “seven” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area, and an effect image E48 is displayed along with the display. . At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 63 (O), by displaying the decorative symbol indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” in the middle of the “middle” variable display portion DC, the probability variation confirmed big hit is shown. A definite decorative symbol of the big hit combination is derived and displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 64 shows still another example of the rendering operation that differs from the one shown in FIGS. 61 to 63 in part of the notice display and the reach presentation display. In FIG. 64 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, a mark image MK3 indicating “兜” is displayed at the lower left of the display area, and for example, an effect image E2 in which the heel runs from the left to the right of the display area is displayed. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (B), an effect image E3 indicating “equestrian” is displayed in the center of the display area. Here, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area.

  Following the display in FIG. 64 (B), for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (C), the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed on the “left” variable display section. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 64D, the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed on the “right” variable display section. At this time, the variable display mode is not reach. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (E), the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed on the “middle” variable display portion, so that the decorative symbol of the combination of loss is displayed on the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR. The For example, as shown in FIG. 64 (F), the screen display is darkened, and at the same time, the effect member Y provided around the image display device 5 is driven as indicated by the arrow A2 to move to the front of the display area. . In the display area, an effect image E14 in which light remains in a form along the effect member Y is displayed. At this time, the variable display portions DL, DC, and DR are reduced and displayed at the lower right of the display area.

  After the effect of FIG. 64 (F) is performed, the effect member Y is driven to retract from the front surface of the display area and returns to the original position. For example, as shown in FIG. The same decoration on the upper stage in the variable display portion DL and the lower stage in the “right” variable display portion DR, and in the lower stage in the “left” variable display portion DL and the upper stage in the “right” variable display portion DR. Double reach is established when the symbols are displayed together. In response to this, an effect image E22 is displayed that makes the effective line that has reached reach appear to shine as a reach line, and the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (H), the decorative symbols in the “left” and “right” variable display portions DL and DR in which double reach is established are reduced and displayed at the four corners of the display area. In addition, a background image S7 showing the sailing ship floating in the sea is displayed.

  Following the display of FIG. 64 (H), for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (I), an effect image E45 that is a character image having a bow is displayed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (J), an effect image E46 showing a state where a burning arrow is stuck in the sail of the sailing ship is displayed. After that, for example, by sequentially enlarging and displaying the decorative symbols in the order of increasing symbol numbers, the display gradually approaches the display of the Chinese numeral “seven” or the Chinese numeral “one” constituting the jackpot combination. Here, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (K), when an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “5” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (L), the center of the display area is displayed. The effect image E54 is displayed (cut-in display) so that the character image for squeezing the bow moves from left to right.

  After the display of the effect image E54 as shown in FIG. 64 (L) is erased, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (M), the decorative design showing the Chinese numeral “six” is enlarged and displayed at the center of the display area. Is done. Subsequently, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (N), an ornamental design showing the Chinese numeral “seven” is displayed at the center of the display area in an enlarged manner, and an effect image E48 is displayed along with the display. . At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 64 (O), a decorative change indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” is stopped and displayed at the middle stage of the “middle” variable display portion DC, thereby indicating that the probability change confirmed big hit is obtained. A definite decorative symbol of the big hit combination is derived and displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  FIG. 65 shows an example in which so-called full rotation reach is performed as one of the reach effect displays. In FIG. 65 (A), variable display of decorative symbols is started in each of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR in a state where the background image S1 corresponding to the “normal mode” is displayed. At this time, an effect image E3 indicating “horse horse” is displayed in the center of the display area, and a mark image MK2 indicating “Third shade” is displayed in the lower left of the display area. Further, an effect image E43 is displayed in which the bird flies from right to left. Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 65B, an effect image E4 indicating “を” is displayed at the center of the display area. Here, a mark image MK1 indicating “star” is displayed at the lower left of the display area. Further, for example, as shown in FIG. 65C, an effect image E58 showing “侍” in an enlarged manner at the center of the display area is displayed. Here, the effect image E3 as shown in FIG. 65 (A), the effect image E4 as shown in FIG. 65 (B), and the effect image E58 as shown in FIG. 65 (C) are displayed. As a result, a step-up notice is executed.

  Following the display of FIG. 65 (C), for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (D), the same decoration indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” in the middle of the variable display portions DL and DR of “left” and “right” As the symbols are displayed together and stopped, the decorative display variable display mode becomes reach. At this time, an effect image E5 is displayed in which light travels from left to right using the reach effective line as a reach line. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (E), an effect image E44 different from the effect image E58 showing the enlarged “侍” at the center of the display area is displayed. After erasing the display of the effect image E44, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (F), the variation speed of the decorative pattern in the “medium” variable display portion DC decreases.

  After the display of FIG. 65 (F), for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (G), the variable display portions DL, DC, DR are reduced and displayed at the lower right of the display area. At the same time, an effect image E59, which is a character image of a female ninja, is displayed on the entire display area. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (H), an effect image E60 that is a character image showing the same female ninja as the effect image E59 is displayed on the background side, and variable display of “left”, “middle”, and “right” is displayed. In the parts DL, DC, and DR, the same decorative pattern is displayed and displayed as falling from above the display area. Subsequently, for example, the appearance of the decorative symbols falling in order of increasing symbol numbers is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. 65 (I), the display of decorative symbols indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” falling together on the “left”, “middle”, “right” variable display portions DL, DC, DR is displayed. Is done. At this time, for example, as shown in FIG. 65 (J), decorative symbols indicating the Chinese numeral “seven” are arranged in the middle of the variable display portions DL, DC, DR of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. By making the stop display, a definite decorative symbol of a big hit combination indicating that it becomes a probability change definite big hit is derived and displayed. In addition, an effect image E6 in which the stop symbol shines is also displayed.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, when the first probability variation gaming state is finished and the second probability variation gaming state is controlled, the CPU 111 performs the control shown in FIG. Based on the processing in step S235, a game status notification # 3 command is transmitted to the effect control board 12. In response to this, the CPU 131 executes the process of step S505 based on the determination that the CPU 131 has received the game state notification # 3 command in the process of step S504 shown in FIG. The production state is controlled to the first production mode # 1. Further, when the time reduction state ends and the normal game state is controlled, the game state notification # 5 is sent to the effect control board 12 based on the processing of step S236 shown in FIG. A command is sent. In response to this, the CPU 131 determines on the side of the effect control board 12 that it has received the game state notification # 5 command in the process of step S506 shown in FIG. Based on the determination that the mode determination random value SR1 matches the first effect mode determination value data, the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1 by executing the process of step S513. As described above, the first effect mode # 1 is controlled when the first probability variation gaming state ends and becomes the second probability variation gaming state, and when the time reduction state ends and the normal gaming state is reached. In some cases, even when the time reduction state ends and the normal gaming state is reached, the player's expectation that the player is in a special gaming state such as the second probability variable gaming state is increased, and the interest of the game is enhanced. It can be prevented from decreasing.

  In addition, after the process of step S513 shown in FIG. 37 is executed according to the end of the time shortening state and the first effect mode # 1 is controlled, the settings shown in FIG. 38 are performed based on the settings in steps S511 and S512. In step S523, the process of step S526 is executed in response to the variable display count value becoming equal to or greater than the effect end lottery execution value. By executing such processing, it is determined whether or not to end the first presentation mode # 1 in response to the execution of the special display game or the variable display of the decorative symbols. Then, based on the fact that it is determined in the process of step S526 that the random number SR2 for determining the end of effect matches the effect end determination value data, the process of step S527 is executed to change the effect state to the second effect mode. Control to # 2. This prevents the player's expectation that the player is in the special gaming state from being lowered by maintaining the first performance mode # 1 for a long period of time despite being controlled in the normal gaming state. it can.

  While the third presentation mode # 3 corresponds to the first certainty change confirmation state, the fourth presentation mode # 4 corresponds to either the first certainty change confirmation state or the time reduction state. ing. Then, in response to the control to the first probability variation gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state, the CPU 131 executes the process of step S544 shown in FIG. 39 on the side of the effect control board 12, whereby the pachinko gaming machine The third effect mode # 3 corresponding to the first probable change final state or the first probable change final state or the time shortening state corresponding to the first probable change final state as the effect state in No. 1 4 and control to any one of the effect states. Thereby, it becomes possible to control to various production | presentation states, and the interest of a game can be improved. Further, even when the time is shortened, it is possible to increase the player's expectation that the player is in the first probability variation gaming state.

  When the time reduction state is ended and the normal game state is controlled, the CPU 131 executes the process of step S509 shown in FIG. 37 on the side of the effect control board 12, and the random value SR1 matches the first effect mode determination value data. Based on the determination that the first effect mode # 1 is controlled, the process of step S513 is executed to control the first effect mode # 1. Thereby, it becomes possible to control to various production | presentation states, and the interest of a game can be improved. In addition, when the time reduction state ends, the first effect mode # 1 is not always continued, and may be controlled to the second effect mode # 2. On the other hand, when the first probability variation gaming state ends and becomes the second probability variation gaming state, the first effect mode # 1 is always continued. By performing such control, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for being in the special gaming state when the first performance mode # 1 continues.

  When the effect state is controlled from the fourth effect mode # 4 to the first effect mode # 1 when the time reduction state is ended and the normal game state is controlled, variable display is performed in step S523 shown in FIG. Until the count value reaches the effect end lottery execution value, the processing of steps S524 to S529 is not executed. Therefore, until the number of executions of the special figure game and the variable display of the decorative symbols reaches a specific number, the decision to end the first effect mode # 1 is limited. Thereby, when it is in a normal game state, the fall of the game interest by the 1st production mode # 1 complete | finishing in a short period can be prevented.

  In the normal release sudden probability change mode determination table 182B and the advantageous release sudden probability change mode determination table 182C, the ratio of determining that the gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state is controlled to the first probability changing gaming state, The ratio of the decision to control to the two-probability gaming state is different. If it is determined in step S332 shown in FIG. 28 that the advantageous release flag is OFF, the normal release sudden probability change mode determination table 182B set in step S333 is referred to, while the advantageous release flag is ON. If it is determined, the process of step S336 is executed with reference to the advantageous opening sudden probability change mode determination table 182C set in step S334. Based on such a setting, as shown in FIG. 40, when the advantageous release flag is on, the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on at a determination rate of 1/20 by the processing of steps S324, S328 to S330, and S336 to S338. Is set to “1”, and the sudden probability change confirmation flag is set to the ON state at a decision rate of 1/5, and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is set to “2”. Is done. On the other hand, when the advantageous release flag is on, the sudden probability change confirmation flag is set to the on state at a determination ratio of 1/4 by the processing of steps S324, S328 to S330, and S336 to S338, and the sudden probability change mode flag is set. Is set to “1”, and the value of the probability variation mode flag is not suddenly set to “2”. A game in which the advantageous release flag such as the first certain variation game state and the time reduction state is turned on, or the advantageous release flag such as the second certain variation game state and the normal game state is turned off by performing such setting. Depending on whether the game is in the state or not, the rate at which control is determined for the gaming state in which the advantageous release flag is turned on and the gaming state in which the advantageous release flag is turned off after the end of the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability variation big hit is made different. Thereby, the interest of the player with respect to the current gaming state can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, in the above embodiment, after setting the probability variation confirmation flag, the time reduction confirmation flag, and the sudden probability variation confirmation flag in step S324 based on the random number MR4 for game state determination extracted in step S323 shown in FIG. If the probability variation confirmation flag is turned on, the processing of steps S326 to S330 is executed to set the probability variation mode flag. If the probability variation confirmation flag is suddenly turned on, the processing of steps S332 to S338 is performed to suddenly change the probability variation mode flag. It was described as a setting. In other words, in the above-described embodiment, after determining whether or not the probability change big hit or the sudden probability change big hit is made, the gaming state to be controlled is determined after the big hit gaming state is finished. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be possible to simultaneously determine whether or not to make a probable big hit or a sudden probable big hit and to determine a gaming state to be controlled after the big hit gaming state ends.

  As a specific example, when the advantageous release flag is on, if the random value MR4 extracted in step S323 is within the range of “1” to “20”, the probability variation confirmation flag is set to the on state and the probability variation mode is set. The value of the flag is updated to “1”, and if it is within the range of “21” to “40”, the probability variation confirmation flag is set to the on state and the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “2” to “41”. If within the range of "60", the short time determination flag is set to the on state, and if within the range of "61" to "80", the sudden probability change confirmation flag is set to the on state and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is set. Is updated to “1”. On the other hand, when the advantageous release flag is off, if the random number MR4 extracted in step S323 is within the range of “1” to “60”, the same flag setting as when the advantageous release flag is on. On the other hand, if it is within the range of “61” to “64”, the sudden probability variation confirmation flag is set to the on state and the value of the sudden probability variation mode flag is updated to “1”, and “65” to “80”. If it is within the range, the probability change confirmation flag is suddenly set to the ON state and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is updated to “2”.

  In addition, the determination of the gaming state to be controlled after the end of the big hit gaming state and the determination of the confirmed special symbol that will be the variable display result in the special figure game may be performed simultaneously. For example, when the big hit flag is OFF in the process of step S321 shown in FIG. 28, a special symbol that is a confirmed special symbol is determined from the lost symbols. Further, when the probability variation confirmation flag is suddenly turned on in step S331, the 2 round big hit symbol “3” is determined as the confirmed special symbol. If the probability variation confirmation flag is on in step S325 or if the probability variation confirmation flag is suddenly off in step S331, the 15 round big hit symbol “7” is determined to be the confirmed special symbol.

  Or, when determining whether or not to make a probable big hit or suddenly probable big hit and confirming the gaming state to be controlled after the big hit gaming state is finished, the probability changing confirmation flag or the short time confirmation flag is set to the on state. 15 round jackpot symbol “7” is determined to be a confirmed special symbol, while 2 round jackpot symbol “3” is determined to be a confirmed special symbol in response to suddenly setting the probability variation confirmed flag to the on state. You may do it.

  In the above embodiment, the explanation has been made assuming that the 2-round jackpot symbol “3” and the 15-round jackpot symbol “7” are used as the jackpot symbol. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and more jackpot symbols may be used. Good. For example, in addition to the result of determining whether to win 2 rounds or to win 15 rounds, a plurality of types of jackpot symbols may be used corresponding to the game state controlled after the end of the jackpot gaming state. . For example, jackpot symbol # 1 (for example, a special symbol with a symbol number “7”) corresponding to being controlled to the first probability variation gaming state based on the probability variation confirmed jackpot, or the first probability variation gaming state based on the sudden probability variation jackpot. Jackpot symbol # 2 (for example, special symbol with symbol number “3”) corresponding to being controlled, jackpot symbol # 3 (for example, corresponding to being controlled to the first probability variable gaming state based on probability variation indefinite jackpot Special symbol with symbol number “6”), jackpot symbol # 4 (for example, special symbol with symbol number “2”) corresponding to being controlled to the second probability variation game state based on sudden probability variation jackpot, probability variation indefinite big hit A jackpot symbol # 5 (for example, a special symbol with a symbol number “1”) corresponding to the control to the time reduction state based on the above may be prepared.

  In this case, when the probability variation confirmation flag is turned on and the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “1” by the display result determination processing in step S201 and the game state confirmation processing in step S202 shown in FIG. When 1 is determined as a special symbol in the special game, and when the sudden probability change confirmation flag is turned on and the value of the sudden probability variation mode flag is updated to “1”, the big hit symbol # 2 is confirmed special in the special game. Decide on a design. On the other hand, when the probability variation confirmation flag is on and the value of the probability variation mode flag is updated to “2”, the jackpot symbol # 3 is determined as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game. Further, when the sudden probability change confirmation flag is turned on and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is updated to “2”, the big hit symbol # 4 is determined as the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game. Further, when the probability variation confirmation flag and the sudden probability variation confirmation flag are off and the time reduction confirmation flag is updated to on, the big hit symbol # 5 is determined as a confirmed special symbol in the special game. As a result, the jackpot symbol # 1 corresponds to the first probability variable game state without the upper limit of the variable display number in the special figure game after the jackpot game state based on the probability variation fixed jackpot ends, and the jackpot symbol # 2 suddenly Corresponding to the first probability variable game state without the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game after the end of the jackpot gaming state based on the probability variation jackpot, the jackpot symbol # 3 is after the jackpot gaming state based on the probability variation indefinite jackpot Corresponding to the first probability variable gaming state corresponding to the upper limit of the number of variable display in the special figure game, the jackpot symbol # 4 corresponds to the second probability variable gaming state suddenly after the big hit gaming state based on the probability variation big hit The jackpot symbol # 5 corresponds to a time reduction state after the jackpot gaming state based on the probability variation indefinite jackpot.

  In the above embodiment, the game state notification command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by performing the setting shown in FIG. 32 in the process of step S347 shown in FIG. Then, on the side of the effect control board 12, when it is determined in step S542 shown in FIG. 39 that a gaming state notification command has been received, the processes of steps S543 and S544 are executed, and transmitted from the main board 11. In the above description, the effect state is controlled by updating the value of the effect mode flag in accordance with the gaming state notification command. However, the present invention is not limited to this. On the side of the effect control board 12, the game state after the end of the big hit gaming state is specified based on the display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, and the specified game is specified. You may make it control an effect state according to a state.

  In this case, instead of the display result notification # 4 command in the above embodiment, the variable display result is a probable indefinite big hit, and the game state is changed after the big hit gaming state based on the probable indefinite big hit. The command of the display result notification # 4-1 indicating that a 1-probability gaming state is entered and the variable display result is a probabilistic indefinite big hit, and the gaming state is shortened after the big hit gaming state based on the probable indefinite big hit. A display result notification # 4-2 command indicating that the state is to be set is prepared in advance. Further, instead of the display result notification # 5 command in the above embodiment, the variable display result suddenly becomes a probability change big hit, and the gaming state is changed to the first probability change after the big hit gaming state based on the sudden probability change big hit. The command of display result notification # 5-1 indicating that the game state is entered, the variable display result is suddenly probable big hit, and after the big hit game state based on the sudden chance change big hit, The command of the display result notification # 5-2 indicating that the above is prepared in advance. In the display result setting process of step S203 shown in FIG. 26, when it is determined that the big hit flag is on, the probability variation confirmation flag is on, the sudden probability variation confirmation flag is off, and the probability variation mode flag value is “2”. If "," a setting for transmitting the display result notification # 4-1 command is made. On the other hand, when it is determined in the display result setting process that the big hit flag is on, if the probability change confirmation flag and the sudden probability change confirmation flag are off, a command for display result notification # 4-2 is transmitted. Set up. Also, when it is determined in the display result setting process that the big hit flag is on, the probability variation confirmation flag is off, the sudden probability variation confirmation flag is on, and the value of the sudden probability variation mode flag is “1”. Then, the setting for transmitting the display result notification # 5-1 command is performed. On the other hand, if it is determined in the display result setting process that the big hit flag is on, if the sudden probability change confirmation flag is on and the value of the sudden probability change mode flag is “2”, display result notification # 5- Setting for transmitting the command 2 is performed.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, for example, the following processing is executed instead of the processing in steps S542 to S544 shown in FIG. That is, for example, the display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11 is displayed in the display result notification # 3, # 4-1, # 4-2, # 5 by the storage data of the display result notification storage unit 171 provided in the RAM 133. -1, # 5-2, or # 6 is specified. At this time, when the command of display result notification # 3 or the command of display result notification # 5-1 is specified, the value of the effect mode flag is updated to “3” to change the effect state. The third effect mode # 3 is controlled. When the command of display result notification # 4-1 or the command of display result notification # 4-2 is specified, the value of the effect mode flag is updated to “4” to change the effect state. Control to the fourth effect mode # 4. When it is specified that the command is the display result notification # 5-2, the effect state is controlled to the first effect mode # 1 by updating the value of the effect mode flag to “1”. If it is determined that the command is the display result notification # 6, the process proceeds to step S545 shown in FIG. In this way, on the side of the effect control board 12, the transition of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified based on the display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, and the effect is generated according to the specified gaming state. State control may be performed.

  In the above embodiment, the first effect mode end determination process shown in the flowchart of FIG. 38 is executed in step S514 shown in FIG. It has been described that it is determined whether or not the mode # 1 is ended and the second production mode # 2 is controlled. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the determination as to whether or not to end the first presentation mode # 1 is made at a predetermined timing in response to execution of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols. I just need it. For example, when it is determined in the variable display start command reception waiting process in step S150 shown in FIG. 36 that the variable display start command has been received, or in the variable display control setting process in step S151, the flowchart of FIG. Whether the first presentation mode # 1 is ended and the second presentation mode # 2 is controlled when variable design display is started, such as by executing the first presentation mode end determination process as shown in FIG. You may make it determine whether or not.

  In addition, the probability that the display result in the special display game and the variable display of the decorative pattern is a small hit, the probability that the big hit, the probability that the probability variation fixed big hit, the probability that the probability variation indefinite big hit, the probability that the sudden probability variable big hit, or The determination ratio for controlling the gaming state to the first probability variable gaming state after the end of the big hit gaming state, the determination ratio for controlling to the second probability variable gaming state, the determination ratio for controlling to the time reduction state, etc. are described in the above embodiment. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be changed according to the standards and specifications.

  In addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, and various presentation operations including image display operations in the image display device 5 are optional within the scope of the invention. Changes and modifications are possible. In addition, if the gaming machine of the present invention has an image display device in a ball game machine such as a pachinko game machine, for example, a general electric machine or a ball game machine with a probability setting function called a Pachi-Con It does not matter. In addition, the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of winning balls, and encloses game balls and gives points in response to detection of winning balls. It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine.

  Furthermore, the present invention can be applied to a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer device or the like by a removable recording medium, but preinstalled in a storage device such as a computer device or the like in advance You may take the form distributed by keeping it. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

  The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the microcomputer for game control. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value counted by the side of a main board | substrate. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a normal hit determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a probability change mode determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a game state determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a game state flag update table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a variable display pattern table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a pattern determination table. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the data holding area for game control. It is explanatory drawing which shows the setting of the probability change flag according to a game state, an advantageous release flag, and an advantageous release mode flag. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the microcomputer for production control. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value counted by the production control board side. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the production mode determination table at the time-end completion. It is a figure which shows the structural example of an effect completion | finish determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of an effect state flag update table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a setting of an effect mode flag and an effect state. It is a figure which shows the structural example of an effect control pattern table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of an effect control pattern. FIG. 38 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration example of an effect control data holding area. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interruption process for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start time process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a display result determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a game state determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big prize opening completion | finish process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a game state setting process at the time of completion | finish of opening. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of transmission setting of a gaming state notification command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start port opening / closing process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process at the time of a display result decision. It is a flowchart which shows an example of 1st effect mode completion | finish determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a setting process at the time of completion | finish of special winning opening. It is explanatory drawing which shows the ratio which determines states, such as various confirmation flags, at the end of a big hit game state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a transition of the game state and effect state after completion | finish of a big hit game state. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a transition of the game state and effect state after completion | finish of a small hit game state. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in an image display apparatus.

Explanation of symbols

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Gaming machine frame 4 ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6 ... Normal variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Signal relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display device 21 ... Gate switch 22 ... Start-up switch 23 ... Count switch 30 ... Operation knob 41 ... Passing gate 81, 82 ... Solenoid 100 ... Game control Microcomputer 101 ... switch circuit 102 ... solenoid circuit 111, 131 ... CPU
112, 132 ... ROM
113, 133 ... RAM
114, 134 ... random number circuits 115, 135 ... input / output port 120 ... production control microcomputer 121 ... display control unit 122 ... sound control unit 123 ... lamp control unit 160 ... game control data holding area 161A ... special figure storage unit 161B ... Normal figure holding storage unit 162 ... Confirmed special symbol storage unit 163 ... Game control flag setting unit 164 ... Game control timer setting unit 165 ... Game control counter setting unit 166 ... Game control buffer setting unit 170 ... Effect control data holding area 171 ... Display result notification storage unit 172 ... Variable display pattern notification storage unit 173 ... Confirmed decorative symbol storage unit 174 ... Effect control flag setting unit 175 ... Effect control timer setting unit 176 ... Effect control counter setting units 180A, 180B ... Display result determination Table 181A, 181B ... Normal hit determination tables 182A to 182C ... Probability change mode determination table 183 ... Game state determination table 184 ... Game state flag update table 185 ... Variable display pattern table 186A to 186D ... Pattern determination table 200 ... Time mode end effect mode determination table 201 ... Production End determination table 202 ... presentation state flag update tables 203, 203A to 203D ... presentation control pattern table

Claims (5)

A variable display device that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified based on the fact that the variable display start condition is satisfied after the variable display execution condition is satisfied, and the variable display result of the identification information is A gaming machine that controls a specific gaming state advantageous to the player after a predetermined specific display result is obtained,
Decide whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control the gaming state after the specific gaming state ends among the multiple types of special gaming states before the variable display result is derived and displayed Gaming state determination means to
Gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state based on the determination by the gaming state determination means;
Production state control means for controlling the production state in the gaming machine to one of a plurality of types of production state,
The gaming state determining means includes
A first special gaming state in which the probability of being controlled to the specific gaming state is higher than that in the normal gaming state and the execution condition of the variable display is determined to be controlled to the first special gaming state that is more easily established than in the normal gaming state. A determination means;
A second special gaming state in which the probability of being controlled to the specific gaming state is the same as that of the normal gaming state, and the execution condition of the variable display is determined to be controlled to a second special gaming state that is more easily established than the normal gaming state. Determining means,
The gaming state control means includes
First special gaming state control means for controlling to the first special gaming state based on the determination by the first special gaming state determination means;
Second special gaming state control means for controlling to the second special gaming state based on the determination by the second special gaming state determination means;
After being controlled to the first special game state by the first special game state control means, the first special game state is terminated in response to the variable display count of the identification information reaching a predetermined number, and the specific The probability that the game state is controlled is higher than that in the normal game state, and the execution condition of the variable display is as easy to establish as the normal game state until the specific game state is reached. Third special gaming state control means for controlling;
After being controlled to the second special game state by the second special game state control means, the second special game state is terminated in response to the variable display count of the identification information reaching a predetermined number of times, and the normal game Special gaming state ending means for controlling the state,
The production state control means includes:
Based on either the first special game state being ended by the third special game state control means or the second special game state being ended by the special game state end means. Common effect state control means for controlling the effect state in the plurality of types of effect states to the same first effect state;
Whether or not to end the first effect state after being controlled to the first effect state by the common effect state control means based on the end of the second special game state by the special game state ending means. First effect state end determination means for performing determination in response to execution of variable display of the identification information;
The first effect state is ended based on the determination that the first effect state end determination means ends the first effect state, and the second effect state is controlled to be different from the first effect state. Second production state control means for performing,
After the first special game state is terminated by the third special game state control means, the specific effect state is controlled by the common effect state control means to the first effect state, and then the effect state in the gaming machine is the specified game. First effect state control means not controlling to the second effect state until the state is reached;
According to either being controlled to the first special gaming state by the first special gaming state control means, or being controlled to the second special gaming state by the second special gaming state control means, an effect state in the gaming machine, seen including a third effect state control means for controlling the third effect state corresponding to said first or either of the second special game state,
The gaming state control means includes a first gaming state that includes the first special gaming state and the variable display execution condition is more easily established than the normal gaming state after the specific gaming state ends, and the third special gaming state. Control is made to any one of the gaming states including the gaming state and the second gaming state in which the execution condition of the variable display is as easily established as the normal gaming state,
The gaming state determination means controls to each of the first and second gaming states according to which of the first and second gaming states is controlled by the gaming state control means. Deciding which gaming state to control using decision data with different rates of decisions,
A gaming machine characterized by that. The effect state control means corresponds to the effect state in the gaming machine being the first special game state in response to being controlled to the first special game state by the first special game state control means. Including a start stage production state control means that can be controlled to the fourth production state
The gaming machine according to claim 1. The effect state control means determines whether to control the effect state in the gaming machine to the first effect state based on the end of the second special game state by the special game state end means. Including time production state determination means,
When the second special game state is ended by the special game state ending unit, the common effect state control unit is determined to be controlled to the first effect state by the end-time effect state determining unit. Based on that, control to the first production state,
The gaming machine according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that. The first effect state end determination means is
After being controlled to the first effect state by the common effect state control means, an end determination restricting means for restricting the determination to end the first effect state until the variable display count of the identification information reaches a specific number of times. When,
Specific number setting means for setting, as the specific number of times, a variable display number that is smaller than the reciprocal of the probability of being controlled to the specific gaming state in the first or third special gaming state,
The gaming machine according to claim 1, 2, or 3. Based on either being controlled to the first special gaming state by the first special gaming state control means, or being controlled to the second special gaming state by the second special gaming state control means, As an achievement condition for controlling to the specific game state, a condition presenting means for presenting the same condition different from the specific display result to the player is provided.
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 4 , characterized in that: