JP5281053B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To allow a player to play a game at ease without making the player feel uneasy, during variation of a first specific symbol in an electric tulip support game state. <P>SOLUTION: A performance control unit 202 includes a performance determination unit 312 and a performance execution unit 313. The performance determination unit 312 determines whether or not a short hit is made when an electric tulip support game state is set by the setting unit 303 and variation is performed for a first start ball by a variation unit 302. The performance execution unit 313 carries out a non prize-winning suggestion performance for suggesting that a short hit is not won during variation of a special symbol by the variation unit 302 when the performance determination unit 312 determines that the short hit is not won. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2012,JPO&amp;INPIT

Description

  The present invention has a first start area and a second start area, and a lottery advantageous to the player is made for game balls that have passed the second start area compared to game balls that have passed the first start area. It relates to gaming machines that perform.

  Conventionally, when a game ball launched into a game area of a game board passes a specific start area, a random number is acquired by control of the main control unit, and a big hit is indicated when the random number matches a predetermined big hit random number Pachinko gaming machines in which a special symbol is stopped by a symbol to shift to a jackpot gaming state are widely used. In the big hit gaming state, the big winning opening provided on the game board is opened for a predetermined time and a predetermined number of times according to the stopped special symbol.

  There are two types of jackpots: a long hit with a long opening time for a big prize opening and a short hit with a short opening time for a big winning opening. Recent pachinko machines are provided with a plurality of start ports in a first start region (for example, a first start port) and a second start region (for example, a second start port), and enter the second start port (winning) ), A lottery advantageous to a player who is easy to win a long game is performed as compared to a game ball that has entered (wins) the first starting port (see, for example, Patent Document 1 below).

  When the jackpot ends, a gaming state corresponding to a special symbol indicating the jackpot is set. Specifically, an electric chew support function that makes it easier to open a normal gaming state in which a game is played by winning a prize at the first starting port or an electric tulip provided in the second starting port than in a normal gaming state The attached electric support game state (hereinafter referred to as “specific game state”) is set. In other words, in a normal gaming state, a lottery that is disadvantageous to the player is performed by winning a prize at the first starting port, while a game is advanced, while in a specific gaming state, a lottery that is advantageous to the player by winning a prize at the second starting port. Is performed and the game proceeds.

  Such a pachinko gaming machine is provided with an effect control unit that performs an effect by causing the image display unit to display the effect symbol in a variable manner in response to the change of the special symbol under the control of the main control unit. For example, at the time of a big hit change, the production control unit gradually increases the player's expectation by developing a reach production.

  Reach production means, for example, when three production designs (first production design to third production design) are changed, the first production design and the second production design are aligned with the same or related production design on the active line. After that, only the third effect symbol is changed, and the expectation for the big hit is increased by the effect time longer than usual. When the third effect symbol stops at the same or related effect symbol as the first effect symbol and the second effect symbol, the jackpot effect is made while the jackpot effect is made, and the third effect symbol must be stopped at the same or related effect symbol. Lost and returns to normal performance.

  For example, the effect control unit arranges the same effect design such as “7, 7, 7” at the time of long hit, and has a predetermined relevance such as “1, 3, 5” at the time of short hit, for example. A certain production design is arranged. In addition, when the winning control unit wins a long win or a short win, not only an effect using an effect design but also a transition to a predetermined specific effect that suggests each winning is proposed. ing.

JP 2008-289795 A

  However, according to the above-described prior art, when the special symbol fluctuates based on the entry to the first starting area in the specific gaming state, a big hit lottery that is disadvantageous to the player is performed, and the loss is fluctuating. However, there was a problem that the player was worried that he would win a short win.

  In order to eliminate the above-described problems caused by the prior art, the present invention allows a player to play a game without causing anxiety when a change is made based on the entry into the first starting area in a specific gaming state. An object is to provide a gaming machine that can be used.

  In order to solve the above-described problems and achieve the object, a gaming machine according to the present invention is provided in a game area where game balls can flow down, and is provided in a first start area through which game balls can pass and in the game area And a second start region that can be operated in a first state in which the game ball is difficult to pass and a second state in which the game ball is easy to pass, and when the game ball passes through the first start region, a special game advantageous to the player is performed. First special game determination means for determining whether or not, when the game ball passes through the second starting area, second special game determination means for determining whether or not to play a special game advantageous to the player, Based on the determination result by the first special game determination means or the second special game determination means, a predetermined symbol display means displays the symbols variably, and then the first special game determination means or the second special game determination means. By When it is determined that the special game is to be performed by the symbol control means for stopping and displaying the determination symbol indicating the determination result, and the first special game determination means or the second special game determination means, the determination control means performs the determination symbol. Is displayed in a stopped state, the special game execution means for executing the special game, and the normal game state in which the second start area is difficult to operate in the second state or the second start area in the second state. A game state control means for controlling a game in any one of the specific game states that are easy to play, and an effect execution means for performing a game effect in a predetermined effect means during the symbol variation display by the symbol control means. The first special game determination means performs the second special game, which is less profitable for the player than the first special game by the second special game determination means. It is determined that the second special game is to be performed with a higher probability than the probability determined to be, and the effect execution unit is configured to control the game when the game is controlled in the specific game state by the game state control unit. If it is not determined by the first special game determination means that the second special game is to be performed, a non-winning suggestion effect indicating that the second special game has not been won is performed.

  In the above invention, it further comprises detection means for detecting an irregular hit in which a game is played without a game ball being shot at a constant interval, and the effect execution means is configured such that the game is controlled in the specific game state by the game state control means. The non-winning suggestion effect when the second special game is not determined to be performed by the first special game determination means and the irregular strike is not detected by the detection means. It is characterized by performing.

  Advantageous Effects of Invention According to the present invention, there is an effect that a player can play a game with peace of mind without causing anxiety of the player at the time of fluctuation based on the entry into the first starting area in the specific gaming state.

It is a front view which shows an example of a pachinko gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the internal structure of the control part of a pachinko game machine. It is a block diagram which shows the functional structure of the pachinko game machine concerning this Embodiment. It is a flowchart which shows the outline | summary of this Embodiment. It is the flowchart which showed the timer interruption process which a main control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the start port SW process which a main control part performs. It is a flowchart which shows the gate SW process which a main control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the special symbol process which a main control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the hit determination processing which a main control part performs. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the hit determination table for low probability. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the hit determination table for high probability. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the jackpot symbol determination table for 1st start openings. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the 2nd start opening jackpot symbol determination table. It is explanatory drawing which showed the ratio from which each symbol is selected for every starting port. It is the flowchart which showed the fluctuation pattern selection process which a main control part performs. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the variation pattern table for jackpots. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the variation pattern table for reach. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the normal fluctuation pattern table. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the electric support fluctuation pattern table. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the special fluctuation pattern table. It is the flowchart which showed the process during stop which a main control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the big prize mouth process which a main control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the game state setting process which a main control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the timer interruption process which a production control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the command reception process which a production control part performs. It is the flowchart which showed the production | presentation selection process which a production control part performs. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the short hit reach production pattern selection table. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the normal production pattern selection table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the reach production pattern selection table used at the time of the fluctuation | variation of reach fluctuation pattern Pb1. It is the flowchart which showed the process during change production completion which an production supervision part performs. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the table for mode flag references. It is the flowchart which showed the image control process which an image and audio | voice control part performs. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table for time-short specials. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the normal short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the production | presentation screen until it develops to the short hit reach displayed on an image display part. It is explanatory drawing which showed an example of the non-winning suggestion effect displayed on an image display part. It is the flowchart which showed the handle lamp control processing which a lamp control part performs.

  Exemplary embodiments of a gaming machine according to the present invention will be described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

(Embodiment)
(Basic configuration of pachinko machine)
First, the basic configuration of the pachinko gaming machine according to the embodiment will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view showing an example of a pachinko gaming machine. As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 100 includes a game board 101. A launcher is disposed at a lower position of the game board 101. The game ball launched by driving the launching unit rises between the rails 102 a and 102 b and reaches the upper position of the game board 101, and then falls within the game area 103.

  A plurality of nails are provided in the game area 103, and the game balls fall in an unspecified direction by the nails. In the game area 103, a windmill and various winning openings (such as a start opening and a big winning opening) that change the falling direction of the gaming balls are arranged at positions in the middle of the falling of the gaming balls.

  An image display unit 104 is disposed at a substantially central portion of the game board 101. As the image display unit 104, a liquid crystal display (LCD) or the like is used. A first start port 105 is disposed below the image display unit 104, and a second start port 106 is disposed on the right side of the image display unit 104. The first start port 105 and the second start port 106 are winning ports for starting and winning. The first start port 105 corresponds to a first start region of the present invention, and the second start port 106 corresponds to a second start region of the present invention.

  An electric tulip 107 is provided in the vicinity of the second start port 106. The electric tulip 107 takes a closed state (closed state) that makes it difficult to win the game ball to the second starting port 106 and an open state (opened state) that makes it easier to win than the closed state. Control of these states is performed by a solenoid provided in the electric tulip 107.

  The electric tulip 107 opens based on the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery performed when the game ball passes through the gate 108 disposed above the second starting port 106. The gate 108 is not limited to the right side (the illustrated position) of the image display unit 104 and may be disposed at an arbitrary position in the game area 103.

  The electric tulip 107 has a longer opening time in the gaming state to which the electric chew support function is added, and makes it easier to guide the gaming ball to the second starting port 106. The gaming state to which the electric chew support function is added is a gaming state set after the end of a specific special game (a jackpot game) such as per probability variation length, as will be described in detail later.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment, in a normal gaming state, the player hits the left and aims at the first starting port 105, while the gaming state or jackpot game to which an electric chew support function is added. In this state, the player is a type of gaming machine that makes a right turn and plays with the aim of the second starting port 106.

  Specifically, when the player strikes left, the launched game ball flows down the left side of the game area 103 as indicated by an arrow 130. On the other hand, when the player hits the right, the launched game ball flows down the right side of the game area 103 as indicated by an arrow 140. It should be noted that game balls that have not won the second start opening 106 by right-handing are almost won at the first start opening 105 due to the arrangement of the fixed accessory 141 below the second start opening 106 and a nail (not shown). It is supposed not to.

  A big prize opening 109 is provided below the second start opening 106. The big winning opening 109 is a winning opening that is opened when a big hit gaming state is reached and for paying out a predetermined number (for example, 15) of winning balls by winning a game ball.

  A normal winning opening 110 is provided on the side of the image display unit 104 or below. The normal winning opening 110 is a winning opening for paying out a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls by winning a game ball. The normal winning opening 110 is not limited to the position shown in the figure, and may be arranged at an arbitrary position in the game area 103. At the bottom of the game area 103, there is provided a collection port 111 for collecting game balls that have not won any winning ports.

  In the lower right part of the game board 101, a special symbol display unit 112 for displaying special symbols is arranged. The special symbol display unit 112 displays a special symbol 1 display unit for displaying a first special symbol (hereinafter referred to as “special symbol 1”) and a special symbol for displaying a second special symbol (hereinafter referred to as “special symbol 2”). 2 display units.

  When the game ball wins the first starting port 105, a winning determination is made. The special figure 1 display unit displays the special figure 1 in a variable manner and stops the display with a symbol representing the determination result of the hit determination. When the game ball wins the second starting port 106, a winning determination is made. The special figure 2 display unit displays the special figure 2 in a variable manner, and stops and displays the symbol representing the determination result of the hit determination.

  In addition, a normal symbol display portion 113 for displaying normal symbols is arranged in the lower right portion of the game board 101. Here, the normal symbol is a symbol representing the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery. The normal symbol lottery is a lottery for determining whether or not to open the electric tulip 107 as described above. For example, a 7-segment display is used as the special symbol display unit 112 and the normal symbol display unit 113.

  On the left side of the special symbol display unit 112 and the normal symbol display unit 113, a reserved ball display unit 114 that displays the number of reserved balls for the special symbol or the normal symbol is arranged. The reserved ball is a game ball that is won during a change of a special symbol or a normal symbol and is held in a held state. In particular, in this embodiment, a reserved ball due to winning at the first starting port 105 is referred to as a special 1 reserved ball, and a reserved ball due to winning at the second starting port 106 is referred to as a special 2 reserved ball.

  As the reserved ball display unit 114, for example, an LED is used. A plurality of LEDs serving as the holding ball display unit 114 are arranged, and the number of holding balls is indicated by turning on / off. Note that the notification of the holding ball is also made by display from the image display unit 104.

  A frame member 115 is provided on the outer peripheral portion of the game area 103 of the game board 101. On the two sides which are the upper side and the lower side of the game area 103 in the frame member 115, an effect light part (frame lamp) 116 is provided. The effect light units 116 each have a plurality of lamps. Each lamp irradiates the player in front of the pachinko gaming machine 100, and the irradiation direction of light can be changed in the vertical direction so that the irradiation position moves along the abdomen from the top of the player. . Each lamp is driven by a motor (not shown) provided in the effect light unit 116 so as to change the light irradiation direction in the vertical direction.

  An operation handle 117 is disposed at a lower position of the frame member 115. The operation handle 117 includes a firing instruction member 118 that drives the above-described launching unit to launch a game ball. The firing instruction member 118 is provided on the outer peripheral portion of the operation handle 117 so as to be rotated clockwise as viewed from the player. The launching unit launches a game ball when the firing instruction member 118 is directly operated by a player.

  In the frame member 115, an effect button 119 for receiving an operation by the player is provided on the lower side of the game area 103. In the frame member 115, a cross key 120 is provided next to the effect button 119. In addition, the frame member 115 incorporates a speaker that outputs sound.

  Although illustration is omitted, for example, a director is provided at a predetermined position such as around the image display unit 104. This performance agent is connected to a solenoid or a motor, and is driven by driving of the solenoid or the motor.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 100, the arrangement positions of the first start opening 105 and the second start opening 106 are not limited to the arrangement positions described above. For example, in the present embodiment, the player's hitting method is changed according to the gaming state, but not limited to this, the player's hitting method is not changed according to the gaming state. Alternatively, the second start port 106 may be provided immediately below the first start port 105.

  Further, even in a type that changes the player's way of hitting according to the gaming state, for example, it is essential to place the electric tulip 107 in the vicinity of the second start port 106, and the first start port 105 and the second start port 105 Each of the start openings 106 is replaced, and in the normal gaming state, the first start opening 105 is aimed by a right stroke, while in the gaming state to which the electric tulip support function is added, the second start opening 106 is aimed by a left stroke. It is good also as a structure.

(Internal configuration of control unit of pachinko machine)
Next, the internal configuration of the control unit of the pachinko gaming machine 100 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing an internal configuration of the control unit of the pachinko gaming machine 100. As shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, the control unit 200 of the pachinko gaming machine 100 includes a main control unit 201 that controls the progress of the game, an effect control unit 202 that controls the contents of the effect, and a prize ball control that controls the payout of prize balls. Part 203. The configuration of each control unit will be described in detail below.

(1. Main control unit)
The main control unit 201 includes a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 211, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 212, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 213, an input / output interface (I / O) (not shown), and the like. The

  The main control unit 201 functions to control the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 100 by executing various programs stored in the ROM 212 while the CPU 211 uses the RAM 213 as a work area. Specifically, the main control unit 201 performs special game determination, normal symbol determination, game state setting, and the like, and controls the progress of the game. The main control unit 201 is realized by a main control board.

  The CPU 211 executes basic processing as the game content progresses based on various programs stored in the ROM 212 in advance. The ROM 212 stores a normal symbol lottery program, an electric tulip control program, an on-hold storage program, a special game determination program, a special diagram variation program, a big prize opening control program, a game state setting program, and the like.

  The normal symbol lottery program is a program that, when the passage of the game ball is detected by the gate SW 223, performs a symbol lottery that makes the electric tulip 107 hit (open) or lose (hold closed). The electric tulip control program is a program that keeps the electric tulip 107 in a closed state in a normal state and opens the electric tulip 107 for a predetermined period based on the lottery result of the normal symbol lottery.

  The hold storage program is a program for storing the game ball detected by the first start port SW221 as a special 1 hold ball and storing the game ball detected by the second start port SW222 as a special 2 hold ball. The special game determination program is a program for determining a special game (hereinafter referred to as “hit determination”) for the special 1 reserved ball and the special 2 reserved ball. In the case of a special game, a big hit consisting of a small win, a long win with a long opening time of the grand prize opening 109 and a long win with a lot of winning balls, and a short hit with a short opening time of the big winning opening 109 and a small number of winning balls. There is. In the hit determination for the special 2 reserved ball, it is easier to win the win (for example, long hit) advantageous to the player than the hit determination for the special 1 reserved ball.

  The special figure variation program is a program that fluctuates and stops the hit determination result by the execution of the special game determination program as a special symbol. Specifically, the special figure fluctuation program is a program that variably stops the special figure 1 of the special figure 1 display unit 112a based on the determination result of the hit determination for the special 1 reserved ball. Similarly, the special figure variation program is a program that variably stops the special figure 2 display unit 112b based on the determination result of the hit determination with respect to the special 2 holding ball by winning at the second starting port 106.

  In the present embodiment, the variation of the special symbol for the game ball (special 2 reserved ball) won in the second start port 106 rather than the game ball (special 1 reserve ball) won in the first start port 105 is changed. Priority is given to this.

  The big prize opening control program is a program for opening the big prize opening 109, for example, for 15 rounds with a predetermined opening time corresponding to short win or long win as one round. The long winning time is to increase the number of appearances by increasing the opening time of the big winning opening 109 for each round (for example, 30 seconds) and opening the large winning opening 109 for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds). It is a jackpot to win.

  Short wins are jackpots with little or no appearance that shorten the opening time of the big winning opening 109 per round (for example, 0.1 seconds) and open the big winning opening 109 for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15 rounds). is there. Also, the small hit is a hit where there is almost no ball that behaves in the same manner as the short hit, with 15 seconds of opening for 15 seconds × 1 round. In this embodiment, the short win is a big hit with almost no winning balls, but at least the opening time and the number of rounds of the big winning opening 109 are set in advance so that the winning balls are less than the long winnings. It only has to be set.

  The gaming state setting program sets the gaming state after the winning is set to a low probability gaming state or a high probability gaming state according to the type of winning, and a gaming state to which an electric support function is added (hereinafter referred to as “electric support”). This is a program for setting a gaming state (hereinafter referred to as “non-electric support game state”) to which no electric chew support function is added. The electric support game state corresponds to the specific game state of the present invention, and the non-electric support game state corresponds to the normal game state of the present invention. The electric chew support function is a function of shortening the normal symbol variation time and lengthening the opening time of the electric tulip 107. In the electric support game state, the game is played by right-handed, and in the non-electric support game state, the game is played by left-handed.

  The low probability gaming state is a gaming state in which a big hit is unlikely to occur. The high probability gaming state is a gaming state in which a jackpot is likely to occur about 10 times as compared to the low probability gaming state. Here, the jackpot and the gaming state after the jackpot will be described with specific examples. The jackpots include per-probability length, per-probability short-term (hereinafter referred to as “surprise short-term per-hit”), normal per-length, normal short per-hour (hereinafter referred to as “short-time per-spot”), and latent short-term per hit. When winning per winning length is changed to a high probability electric support game state (hereinafter referred to as “high probability electric support game state”) to which an electric chew support function is added.

  If the winning per normal long and short hits is won, after the jackpot is over, it shifts to a low probability electric support game state (hereinafter referred to as “low probability electric support game state”) to which an electric chew support function is added. When winning for short latency, the player shifts to a high probability non-electric support game state (hereinafter referred to as “high probability non-electric support game state”) to which the electric chew support function is not added. When winning a small hit, after the small hit ends, it returns to the gaming state before the small hit, that is, there is no change in the gaming state, but it is the same as the effect in the high probability non-electric support game state by the effect control unit 202 described later Production is performed. This effect is an effect of concealing from the player whether the high probability game state is set or the low probability game state is set.

  In addition, the main control unit 201 includes various switches (SW) for detecting a game ball, a solenoid for opening and closing an electric accessory such as a special prize opening 109, the above-described special figure 1 display unit 112a, and special figure 2 display. The unit 112b, the normal symbol display unit 113, the reserved ball display unit 114, and the like are connected.

  Specifically, the various SWs described above include a first start port SW221 that detects a game ball won in the first start port 105, and a second start port SW222 that detects a game ball won in the second start port 106. , A gate SW 223 that detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 108, a big winning opening SW 224 that detects a gaming ball that has won a prize winning opening 109, and a normal winning opening SW 225 that detects a gaming ball that has won a winning prize 110 Is connected to the main control unit 201.

  The detection results by the respective SWs (221 to 225) are input to the main control unit 201. A proximity switch or the like is used for these SWs. It should be noted that a plurality of the normal winning opening SW225 may be provided for each arrangement position of the normal winning opening 110.

  Further, as the solenoid, an electric tulip solenoid 231 that opens and closes the electric tulip 107 and a big prize opening solenoid 232 that opens and closes the big prize opening 109 are connected to the main control unit 201. The main control unit 201 controls driving of the solenoids (231 and 232).

  Further, the main control unit 201 is also connected to the effect control unit 202 and the prize ball control unit 203, and outputs various commands to the respective control units. For example, the main control unit 201 outputs commands such as a change start command and a change stop command to the effect control unit 202. Further, the main control unit 201 outputs a prize ball command to the prize ball control unit 203. The prize ball command includes information indicating the number of prize balls to be paid out.

(2. Production control unit)
The effect control unit 202 includes an effect control unit 202a, an image / sound control unit 202b, and a lamp control unit 202c, and has a function of controlling the effect contents of the pachinko gaming machine 100. The effect control unit 202a has a function of controlling the entire effect control unit 202 based on various commands received from the main control unit 201. The image / sound control unit 202b has a function of controlling the image and sound based on the instruction content from the production control unit 202a. The lamp controller 202c has a function of controlling lighting of lamps provided on the game board 101, the frame member 115, and the like.

(2-1. Director of Production)
First, the configuration of the production control unit 202a will be described. The production control unit 202a includes a CPU 241, a ROM 242, a RAM 243, a real-time clock (hereinafter referred to as "RTC") 244, an input / output interface (I / O) (not shown), and the like.

  CPU241 performs the process which determines the content of production based on the various programs previously memorize | stored in ROM242. The ROM 242 stores various programs necessary for the CPU 241 to execute the above processing. The RAM 243 functions as a work area for the CPU 241. The data set in the RAM 243 when the CPU 241 executes various programs is output to the image / sound controller 202b and the lamp controller 202c at a predetermined timing.

  The effect supervision unit 202a uses the effect control programs such as the mode effect execution program, the variable effect selection program, the special effect selection program, and the non-winning suggestion effect selection program stored in the ROM 242 while the CPU 241 uses the RAM 243 as a work area. By executing, it functions to control the entire production control unit 202.

  The mode effect execution program is a program that sets the effect mode after the jackpot according to the type of jackpot. The performance modes include, for example, a probability variation mode after a probability variation length, a short-time mode after a regular length variation, a rush accuracy mode after a per-convenience short-distance or a short-distance collision time, a latent-accuracy mode after a short per-probability or a small hit, low probability There is a normal mode indicating a non-electric support game state. Note that the performance mode in the gaming state with electric support, such as the probability change mode, the time reduction mode, and the suddenness mode, is referred to as an electric support mode.

  The variation effect selection program is a program for varying and stopping the effect symbol in response to the variation and stop of the special symbol. For example, as a variable effect, an effect indicating the short win (hereinafter referred to as “short win finalized effect”) and an effect that is performed in the previous stage of the short hit finalized effect (hereinafter referred to as “short hit suggestive effect”). Etc.).

  The special effect selection program is a case where irregular hits are made in the electric support game state, and when the change to the winning ball to the first start port 105 is made, it is higher than in the non-electric support game state It is a program that selects a short hit suggestion effect with a selection probability. The non-winning suggestion effect selection program is a case where an irregular hit is not made in the electric support game state, and further, when a change with respect to the winning ball to the first starting opening 105 is made, the fact that the short win is not won It is a program that selects a non-winning suggestion effect to suggest.

  The RTC 244 counts and outputs real time. The RTC 244 continues timing operation by a backup power source (not shown) even when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 100 is cut off. Note that the RTC 244 is not limited to the example in which the RTC 244 is arranged in the production control unit 202 such as the production control unit 202a, but may be arranged in the main control unit 201. Further, the RTC 244 may be arranged alone.

  In addition, an effect button 119 is connected to the effect control unit 202a, and data indicating that the effect button 119 has been operated (pressed) from the player is input. In addition, a cross key 120 is connected to the production control unit 202a, and data corresponding to the key selected by the player is input.

(2-2. Image / Audio Control Unit)
Next, the configuration of the image / sound controller 202b will be described. The image / sound control unit 202b includes a CPU 251, a ROM 252, a RAM 253, an input / output interface (I / O) (not shown), and the like.

  The CPU 251 executes image and sound generation and output processing. The ROM 252 stores a background image / program necessary for processing such as a program for generating and outputting images and sounds, a display form changing program for changing the display form of the symbol image when the special figure 1 changes in the electric support game state, and the like. Various image data such as design images and character images, various audio data, and the like are stored. The RAM 253 functions as a work area for the CPU 251 and temporarily stores image data to be displayed on the image display unit 104 and audio data to be output from the speaker 254.

  That is, the image / sound control unit 202b executes image and sound control based on an instruction from the production control unit 202a by executing various programs stored in the ROM 252 while the CPU 251 uses the RAM 253 as a work area. Works like doing.

  For example, the CPU 251 executes various image processing and audio processing such as background image display processing, effect design variation / stop display processing, and character image display processing based on the instruction content instructed from the effect supervising unit 202a. At this time, the CPU 251 reads image data and audio data necessary for processing from the ROM 252 and writes them in the RAM 253.

  Image data such as background images and effect design images written in the RAM 253 is output to the image display unit 104 connected to the image / sound control unit 202b, and is superimposed on the display screen of the image display unit 104. . That is, the effect design image is displayed so as to be seen in front of the background image. When the background image and the design image overlap at the same position, the design image is preferentially stored in the RAM 253 by referring to the Z value of the Z buffer of each image data by a known hidden surface removal method such as the Z buffer method. Remember.

  The audio data written in the RAM 253 is output to the speaker 254 connected to the image / audio control unit 202b, and audio based on the audio data is output from the speaker 254.

(2-3. Lamp control unit)
Next, the configuration of the lamp control unit 202c will be described. The lamp control unit 202c includes a CPU 261, a ROM 262, a RAM 263, an input / output interface (I / O) (not shown), and the like. The CPU 261 executes processing for turning on the lamp and the like. The ROM 262 stores various programs such as a long suggestion effect selection program, control data used for lamp lighting necessary for the processing, and the like. The long hit suggestion effect selection program is a program for selecting a long hit suggestion effect that suggests that the long win is won when the special figure 1 changes in the long distance in the electric support game state. The RAM 263 functions as a work area for the CPU 261.

  The lamp control unit 202c is connected to the effect light unit (frame lamp) 116, the panel lamp 264, the effect agent 265, and the handle lamp 266, and outputs data for lighting control and data for operation control. Thereby, the lamp control unit 202c functions to control the lighting of the lamps provided on the game board 101, the frame member 115, and the like, and the operation of the effect actor 265. The handle lamp 266 emits light when a predetermined lighting lottery is won at the time of winning variation, and performs a lighting effect that suggests winning.

  The production control unit 202 is composed of different boards using the production control unit 202a, the image / sound control unit 202b, and the lamp control unit 202c, but these are incorporated on the same printed board. It may be configured. However, even when they are incorporated on the same printed circuit board, their functions are assumed to be independent.

(3. Prize ball control unit)
Next, the configuration of the winning ball control unit 203 will be described. The prize ball control unit 203 includes a CPU 281, a ROM 282, a RAM 283, an input / output interface (I / O) (not shown), and the like. The CPU 281 executes a prize ball control process for controlling a prize ball to be paid out. The ROM 282 stores a program necessary for the processing. The RAM 283 functions as a work area for the CPU 281.

  The prize ball control unit 203 is connected to a payout unit (payout drive motor) 291, a launch unit 292, a fixed position detection SW 293, a payout ball detection SW 294, a ball presence detection SW 295, and a full tank detection SW 296. .

  The prize ball control unit 203 controls the payout unit 291 to pay out the number of prize balls at the time of winning. The payout unit 291 includes a motor for paying out a predetermined number from the game ball storage unit. Specifically, the winning ball control unit 203 receives the winning game balls that have won the winning units 291 (the first starting port 105, the second starting port 106, the big winning port 109, the normal winning port 110) with respect to the payout unit 291. Control to pay out the corresponding number of prize balls.

  In addition, the prize ball control unit 203 detects the operation of launching the game ball with respect to the launch unit 292 and controls the launch of the game ball. The launcher 292 launches a game ball for a game, and includes a sensor that detects a game operation by the player, a solenoid that launches the game ball, and the like. When the prize ball control unit 203 detects a game operation by the sensor of the launch unit 292, the prize ball control unit 203 intermittently fires a game ball by driving a solenoid or the like in response to the detected game operation, thereby playing the game area 103 of the game board 101. A game ball is sent out.

  The prize ball control unit 203 is connected to various detection units for detecting the state of the game ball to be paid out, and detects the payout state for the prize ball. These detection units include a fixed position detection SW293, a payout ball detection SW294, a ball presence detection SW295, a full tank detection SW296, and the like. For example, the prize ball control unit 203 realizes its function by a prize ball control board.

  Further, a board external information terminal board 297 is connected to the main control unit 201, and various information executed by the main control unit 201 can be output to the outside. The prize ball control unit 203 is also connected to the frame external information terminal board 298, and can output various information executed by the prize ball control unit 203 to the outside.

  The main control unit 201, the effect control unit 202, and the prize ball control unit 203 having the above-described configuration are provided on different printed boards (main control board, effect control board, and prize ball control board). For example, the prize ball control unit 203 can be provided on the same printed circuit board as the main control unit 201.

(Functional configuration of pachinko machine)
Next, the functional configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3A is a block diagram illustrating a functional configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 100 according to the present embodiment. 3A, the main control unit 201 of the pachinko gaming machine 100 includes a special game determination unit 301, a variation unit 302, and a setting unit 303.

  The special game determination unit 301 performs a hit determination that is a special game determination. This hit determination is made with respect to a game ball (hereinafter referred to as “first start ball”) won at the first start port 105 rather than a game ball (hereinafter referred to as “second start ball”) won at the second start port 106. Thus, the short special game (short win) in which the opening time of the variable winning opening (large winning opening 109) is shorter than the normal opening time is made easier to win. In the present embodiment, the short hit is a short hit per collision, a short hit per sudden hit, and a per short hit probability.

  The variation unit 302 varies and stops the determination result of the hit determination performed by the special game determination unit 301 as a special symbol corresponding to the symbol of the present invention. When changing the special game determination result as a special symbol, the changing unit 302 changes the special symbol by giving priority to the special game determination result for the second starting ball over the special game determination result for the first starting ball.

  The setting unit 303 makes it easier to open the electric tulip 107 than the normal gaming state (hereinafter referred to as “non-electric support game state”) or the non-electric support game state according to the special symbol stopped by the changing unit 302. A specific game state (hereinafter referred to as “electric support game state”) is set.

  The special game determination unit 301, the changing unit 302, and the setting unit 303 are realized by the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201. That is, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 executes various programs stored in the ROM 212, thereby realizing the functions of the respective units.

  The effect control unit 202 performs a changing effect using the effect symbol in response to the change and stop of the special symbol by the changing unit 302. In addition, in the case of a short win, the effect control unit 202 performs an effect indicating a short win confirmation (hereinafter referred to as a “short hit fixed effect”) after performing a short hit suggesting effect. The short hit finalizing effect is, for example, an effect that stops a predetermined specific design (for example, “1, 3, 5”), but is not limited to this, and a predetermined specific background image, character image, It may be an effect of displaying a character image or the like.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the three effect symbols from the first effect symbol to the third effect symbol are sequentially stopped. For example, “1” is stopped for the first effect symbol, “3” is stopped for the second effect symbol, and “5” is stopped for the third effect symbol.

  The short hit suggestion effect is a specific reach effect (hereinafter referred to as “short hit reach effect”) that is performed in the previous stage of the short hit final effect, or is performed in the previous stage of the short hit reach effect. It is a short hit reach suggestion that suggests the possibility of developing into a reach. The short hit reach effect is, for example, an effect in which “1” is stopped for the first effect symbol and “3” is stopped for the second effect symbol, and then only the third effect symbol is displayed as a variable display different from normal.

  The short hit reach suggestion effect is an effect of displaying a predetermined mode effect, background image effect, character image effect, character image effect, etc., which suggests that there is a possibility of developing into a short hit reach effect. In addition to this, the short hit reach suggestion effect is a display mode of an effect symbol that suggests that a specific effect symbol (for example, “1, 3, 5”) is more likely to stop than the normal display mode. It is.

  The display form of the effect design that suggests that the specific effect design of “1, 3, 5” is likely to stop is, for example, displaying many “1, 3, 5” with different types and arrangements of the effect designs. Or by changing the size of the effect symbol to increase the effect symbol of “1, 3, 5” only, or changing the effect symbol variation speed to display the symbols “1, 3, 5” in a variable manner. Sometimes it is a slowly changing display.

  The effect control unit 202 includes a storage unit 311, an effect determination unit 312, an effect execution unit 313, and a detection unit 314. The storage unit 311 stores a plurality of effect contents. The contents of effects include, for example, reach effects, effects designs, background images, lamp lighting effects, and the like. The storage unit 311 is realized by the ROM 242 of the production control unit 202a, the ROM 252 of the image / sound control unit 202b, or the ROM 262 of the lamp control unit 202c.

  Specifically, image data such as effect symbols and background images displayed on the image display unit 104, audio data, and the like are stored in the ROM 252 of the image / audio control unit 202b. Lamp lighting data and the like are stored in the ROM 262 of the lamp control unit 202c. Data for selecting an effect, data for synchronizing the effect by the image / sound control unit 202b and the effect by the lamp control unit 202c, and the like are stored in the ROM 242 of the effect control unit 202a.

  When the specific game state (electric support game state) is set by the setting unit 303, the effect determination unit 312 determines whether or not a short hit is made when the change unit 302 changes the first starting ball. judge. The effect execution unit 313 performs a non-winning suggestion effect that suggests that a short win is not won when the special symbol is changed by the changing unit 302 when the effect determining unit 312 determines that it is not a short win.

  As the non-winning suggestion effect, for example, a display mode of an effect symbol that suggests that a short winning symbol (for example, “1, 3, 5”) is difficult to stop as compared with a normal display mode can be cited. Specifically, for example, a variety of effect symbols other than “1, 3, 5” are displayed by changing the type and arrangement of effect symbols, or “1, 3, 5” by varying the size of the effect symbols. This is to display a small effect symbol only, or to change and display the symbols “1, 3, 5” quickly by changing the changing speed of the effect symbol. In the present embodiment, the non-winning suggestion effect is such that “1, 3, 5” is not displayed by changing the type and arrangement of the effect symbols.

  Further, as a non-winning suggestion effect, it may be a notification that a short win is not won. Informing the fact that the short win is not won may be, for example, notifying by means of a panel lamp 264 or voice, but in the present embodiment, a predetermined mark image (hereinafter referred to as “reliable mark image”). ) On the image display unit 104.

  In addition, when the electric support game state is set by the setting unit 303 and the change unit 302 changes the first starting ball, the effect determination unit 312 sets the opening time of the special winning opening 109 from a short hit. It is also determined whether or not the length is longer. In the present embodiment, the length per unit is usually per unit length or per probability variation.

  When the effect determining unit 312 determines that it is a long hit, the effect executing unit 313 performs a long hit suggesting effect that suggests that the winning unit is won when the special symbol is changed by the changing unit 302. The long hit suggestion effect is, for example, an effect indicating confirmation of long win, and in the present embodiment, the handle lamp 266 is turned on. The long hit suggestion effect is not limited to this, and may be, for example, a full-reach reach in which the first effect symbol to the third effect symbol are all the same effect symbol before the first effect symbol is stopped.

  The detection unit 314 detects an irregular hit in which a game is played without the game balls being shot at regular intervals. For irregular hitting, a single shot in which game balls are launched one by one while a weight button provided near the operation handle 117 and stopping the launch of the game ball is operated by the player, or the launch of the game ball is stopped for several seconds. There is a stop. Although it may be detected as an irregular hit when the number of game balls fired from the launching unit 292 per predetermined time is a predetermined number or less, in this embodiment, the gate SW 223 is not turned ON for a predetermined time or longer ( When a game ball is not detected), it is detected as an irregular hit. The predetermined time is, for example, 30 seconds or 60 seconds, but may be an arbitrary time set in advance.

  The effect executing unit 313 is a case where the effect determining unit 312 determines that it is not a short hit, and when the irregular hit is not detected by the detecting unit 314, the non-winning suggesting effect is performed.

  In the present embodiment, the effect control unit 202 includes a selection unit (not shown). Specifically, the selection unit is a case where the specific game state (electric support game state) is set by the setting unit 303, the change to the first starting ball is performed by the change unit 302, and the detection unit 314 When an irregular strike is detected by the above, a short-hit suggestion effect is selected from a plurality of effect contents stored in the storage unit 311 with a higher selection probability than when the non-electric support game state is set To do.

  The effect execution unit 313 and the effect determination unit 312 are realized by the CPU 241 of the effect control unit 202a, the CPU 251 of the image / sound control unit 202b, and the CPU 261 of the lamp control unit 202c. That is, the CPU 241 of the production control unit 202a executes various programs stored in the ROM 242, and the CPU 251 of the image / sound control unit 202b executes various programs stored in the ROM 252. The CPU 261 of the lamp control unit 202c executes various programs stored in the ROM 262, thereby realizing the functions of the respective units.

(Outline of this embodiment)
Next, the outline of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3-2 is a flowchart illustrating an outline of the present embodiment. 3-2, the production control unit 202 waits until the change starts (step S321: No loop). When the change starts (step S321: Yes), it is determined whether or not the electric support game state is set. (Step S322). When it is not in the electric support game state (step S322: No), a normal effect selection process is executed (step S328), and the process proceeds to step S327.

  When it is in the electric support game state (step S322: Yes), it is determined whether or not it is a fluctuation of FIG. 1 (step S323). When it is not the fluctuation | variation of special figure 1 (step S323: No), it transfers to step S328. If it is the fluctuation of the special figure 1 (step S323: Yes), it is determined whether or not an irregular hit is detected (step S324). When the irregular hit is detected (step S324: Yes), the process proceeds to step S328. When irregular hitting is not detected (step S324: No), it is determined whether it is a loss variation (step S325).

  When it is a loss change (step S325: Yes), a non-winning suggestion effect is selected (step S326). Thereafter, the effect is started (step S327), and the process is terminated. If it is not a loss fluctuation (step S325: No), that is, if it is a win fluctuation, it is determined whether or not it is a long hit (step S329). When it is not long hit (step S329: No), the process proceeds to step S328. When it is long hit (step S329: Yes), the long hit suggestion effect is selected (step S330), and the process proceeds to step S327.

(Timer interrupt processing)
Next, a timer interrupt process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing timer interrupt processing performed by the main control unit 201. The timer interrupt process is a process that interrupts the main control process executed by the main control unit 201 every predetermined period (for example, 4 ms) during the power supply period.

  In FIG. 4, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 performs random number update processing (step S401). The random number update process is a process for updating each random number by incrementing each random number, such as a jackpot random number, a jackpot symbol random number, a reach random number, or the like.

  After that, the first start port 105 or the second start port 106 is subjected to a switch process at the time of winning a prize (step S402). The switch process includes a start port SW process (see FIG. 5A) for obtaining a random number every time a game ball is detected by the first start port SW221 or the second start port SW222, and a game ball is detected by the gate SW223. There is a gate SW process (see FIG. 5-2) for obtaining a random number every time.

  Thereafter, symbol processing is performed (step S403). The symbol process includes a special symbol process (see FIG. 6) and a normal symbol process for changing the normal symbol. Furthermore, an electric accessory process is performed (step S404). The electric accessory process includes an electric chew process for opening the electric tulip 107 and a special prize opening process (see FIG. 12). Thereafter, a prize ball process is performed (step S405), and these output processes are performed (step S406).

(Start-up SW processing)
Next, the start port SW process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5A is a flowchart illustrating the start port SW process performed by the main control unit 201. The start port SW process is a process content included in the switch process shown in step S402 of FIG.

  5A, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not the first start port SW221 is ON (step S501). When the first start port SW221 is OFF (step S501: No), the process proceeds to step S507. When the first start port SW221 is ON (step S501: Yes), it is determined whether or not the count value U1 of the first start port detection counter that has counted the number of detections of the first start port SW221 is smaller than “4”. (Step S502).

  When the count value U1 is “4” (step S502: No), the process proceeds to step S507. When the count value U1 is smaller than “4” (step S502: Yes), “1” is added to the count value U1 (step S503). Then, the random number is acquired, and the acquired random number is stored in the RAM 213 (step S504). The random number is a jackpot random number, a design random number, a reach random number, a variation pattern random number, or the like. The jackpot random number is used to determine the jackpot or lose, and for example, one jackpot random number is randomly acquired from 400 random numbers from “0” to “399”.

  The design random number determines the type of jackpot (per-probable length, per normal length, per-latency short-range, per-accuracy short-range, per-short-shot per short), for example, from 250 random numbers from “0” to “249”. One design random number is randomly acquired. The reach random number is a random number for determining whether or not a reach effect is performed. For example, one reach random number is randomly extracted from 250 random numbers from “0” to “249”. For example, one random pattern is randomly extracted from 100 random numbers “0” to “99”.

  Each random number acquired as described above is stored in the RAM 213. The RAM 213 has a first storage unit for four reserved balls by winning the first start port 105. The first storage unit stores information such as jackpot random numbers, symbol random numbers, reach random numbers, variation pattern random numbers, and the like, in addition to information indicating that the first start port 105 has been won.

  Thereafter, a preliminary determination process is performed (step S505). In the pre-determination process, it is determined whether or not it is a big hit using the big hit random number acquired in step S504. In the prior determination process, in addition to the jackpot random number determination, a design random number determination using a design random number, a reach random number determination using a reach random number, or a variation pattern random number determination using a variation pattern random number may be performed. . Thereafter, a special 1 reserved ball number increase command is set to indicate that the number of reserved balls has increased due to winning at the first starting port 105 (step S506).

  Then, it is determined whether or not the second start port SW222 is ON (step S507). If the second start port SW222 is OFF (step S507: No), the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port SW222 is ON (step S507: Yes), it is determined whether or not the count value U2 of the second start port detection counter that has counted the number of detections of the second start port SW222 is smaller than “4”. (Step S508).

  When the count value U2 is “4” (step S508: No), the processing is ended as it is. When the count value U2 is smaller than “4” (step S508: Yes), “1” is added to the count value U2 (step S509). Then, each random number is acquired, and the acquired random number is stored in the RAM 213 (step S510). The RAM 213 has a second storage unit for four reserved balls by winning a prize at the second starting port 106. The second storage unit stores information such as jackpot random numbers, symbol random numbers, reach random numbers, variation pattern random numbers, and the like in addition to information indicating that the winning is made to the second starting port 106.

  Thereafter, a preliminary determination process is performed (step S511). In the pre-determination process, it is determined whether or not it is a big hit using the big hit random number acquired in step S511. In the prior determination process, in addition to the jackpot random number determination, a design random number determination using a design random number, a reach random number determination using a reach random number, or a variation pattern random number determination using a variation pattern random number may be performed. . Thereafter, a special 2 reserved ball number increase command is set to indicate that the number of reserved balls has increased due to winning at the second starting port 106 (step S512).

(Gate SW processing)
Next, the gate SW process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 5B is a flowchart illustrating the gate SW process performed by the main control unit 201. This gate SW process is a process content included in the switch process shown in step S402 of FIG.

  5B, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not the gate SW 223 is ON (step S521). If the gate SW 223 is OFF (step S521: No), the electric support game state It is determined whether or not the power support flag indicating ON is ON (step S522). The electric support flag is a flag that is set to ON in the case of the electric support game state in a game state setting process (see FIG. 13) described later.

  If the power support flag is OFF (step S522: No), the process is terminated as it is. If the electric support flag is ON (step S522: Yes), whether or not the irregular hit flag indicating that the irregular hit corresponding to the game ball not passing through the gate 108 has been performed for a certain time or longer is ON. Is determined (step S523). If the irregular hit flag is ON (step S523: Yes), the process is terminated as it is.

  When the irregular hit flag is OFF (step S523: No), it is determined whether or not the measurement flag indicating that the time measurement for determining irregular hit is being performed is ON (step S524). When the measurement flag is ON (step S524: Yes), the process proceeds to step S527. When the measurement flag is OFF (step S524: No), the measurement flag is turned ON (step S525), and measurement is started (step S526).

  Then, it is determined whether or not a certain time has passed for determining that it is an irregular hit, that is, whether or not the time is up (step S527). If the time is not up (step S527: No), the process is terminated as it is. If the time is up (step S527: Yes), an irregular hit command is set (step S528), the irregular hit flag is turned ON (step S529), and the process is terminated.

  In step S521, if the gate SW 223 is ON (step S521: Yes), it is determined whether or not the measurement flag is ON (step S530). When the measurement flag is OFF (step S530: No), the process proceeds to step S532. If the measurement flag is ON (step S530: Yes), the measurement flag is turned OFF (step S531), and it is determined whether the irregular hit flag is ON (step S532).

  When the irregular hit flag is OFF (step S532: No), the process proceeds to step S535. If the irregular hit flag is ON (step S532: Yes), the irregular hit flag is turned OFF (step S533), and a release command indicating that the irregular hit is released is set (step S534). Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the count value G of the gate counter that has counted the number of detections of the gate SW 223 is smaller than the upper limit value “4” (step S535).

  If the count value G is the upper limit value “4” (step S535: No), the process is terminated as it is. When the count value G is smaller than the upper limit value “4” (step S535: Yes), “1” is added to the count value G (step S536). And while acquiring a random number, the acquired random number is stored in RAM213 (step S537), and a process is complete | finished.

(Special symbol processing)
Next, a special symbol process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing special symbol processing performed by the main control unit 201. This special symbol process is a process content included in the symbol process of step S403 shown in FIG.

  In FIG. 6, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not the winning game flag is ON (step S601). The winning game flag is a flag that is set in the stop process shown in step S616, and specifically includes a big hit flag indicating that the special symbol being stopped indicates a big hit or a small hit flag indicating a small hit. .

  If the winning game flag is ON (step S601: Yes), the process is terminated as it is. If the winning game flag is OFF (step S601: No), it is determined whether or not the special symbol is changing (step S602). If the special symbol is changing (step S602: Yes), step S613 is determined. Migrate to If the special symbol is not fluctuating (step S602: No), is the count value U2 of the second starting port detection counter indicating the number of special 2 reserved balls due to winning at the second starting port 106 being "1" or more? It is determined whether or not (step S603).

  When the count value U2 is “1” or more (step S603: Yes), a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the count value U2 is set as the new special 2 reserved ball number (step S604), and the special value indicating the fluctuation of the special figure 1 is shown. The 1 fluctuation flag is turned OFF (step S605), and the process proceeds to step S609. In step S603, if the count value U2 is not equal to or greater than “1” (step S603: No), that is, if “U2 = 0”, the first start as the number of special 1-holding balls by winning the first start port 105 It is determined whether or not the count value U1 of the mouth detection counter is “1” or more (step S606).

  If the count value U1 is not equal to or greater than “1” (step S606: No), that is, if the count value U1 is “0”, the process ends. When the count value U1 is “1” or more (step S606: Yes), a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the count value U1 is set as a new number of special one-reserved balls (step S607), and the special value indicating the fluctuation of FIG. The 1 fluctuation flag is set to ON (step S608), and the process proceeds to step S609.

  In step S609, a hit determination process is performed (step S609). The details of the winning determination process will be described later with reference to FIG. 7, but the winning random number acquired when the game ball wins the first starting opening 105 or the second starting opening 106 is set to a predetermined winning random number. This is a process for determining whether or not they match.

  Note that, as shown in steps S603 to S608, the special 2 reserved ball due to winning at the second start port 106 is digested in preference to the special 1 reserved ball due to winning at the first starting port 105. ing. Thereafter, a variation pattern selection process is performed (step S610). This variation pattern selection process is a process of selecting a variation pattern of a special symbol according to the determination result of the hit determination process, and details will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Thereafter, a change start command is set in the RAM 213 (step S611). Furthermore, the special symbol change is started (step S612). Then, it is determined whether or not the variation time selected by the variation pattern selection process has elapsed (step S613). If the fluctuation time has not elapsed (step S613: No), the process is terminated as it is.

  When the variation time has elapsed (step S613: Yes), a variation stop command is set (step S614), and the variation of the special symbol is stopped (step S615). Thereafter, the stop process is executed (step S616), and the process ends. The details of the suspension processing will be described later with reference to FIG. 11. However, when the special symbol that is stopped indicates a win, a hit flag is set or an electric support flag indicating the electric support game state is set to the electric support flag. This is a process of turning OFF according to the remaining number of times of the support game state.

(Winning judgment process)
Next, the hit determination process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing the hit determination process performed by the main control unit 201. This hit determination process is the process shown in step S609 of FIG.

  In FIG. 7, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not the high probability flag indicating the high probability gaming state is ON (step S <b> 701). The high probability flag is a flag that is set to ON in a game state setting process that will be described later with reference to FIG. When the high probability flag is OFF (step S701: No), a low probability hit determination table is set (step S702). Details of the low probability hit determination table will be described later with reference to FIG.

  If the high probability flag is ON (step S701: Yes), a high probability hit determination table is set (step S703). Details of the high probability hit determination table will be described later with reference to FIG. Thereafter, using the set hit determination table and the hit random number acquired in the start port SW process (see FIG. 5A), a hit random number determination process for determining whether the game is a big hit or a small hit is performed (step S704).

  Then, it is determined whether or not the result of the hit random number determination process is a big hit (step S705). When it is determined that it is a big hit (step S705: Yes), it is determined whether or not it is a big hit symbol determination for the count value U1 of the first start port detection counter (step S706). When it is jackpot symbol determination with respect to the count value U1 (step S706: Yes), the first start opening jackpot symbol determination table is set (step S707). Details of the first start opening jackpot symbol determination table will be described later with reference to FIG.

  On the other hand, if it is not a jackpot symbol determination for the count value U1 in step S706 (step S706: No), that is, if it is a jackpot symbol determination for the count value U2 of the second starting port detection counter, the second starting port jackpot symbol is determined. A determination table is set (step S708). Details of the second start-up jackpot symbol determination table will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Thereafter, the jackpot symbol random number determination process for determining the jackpot symbol is performed using the set jackpot symbol determination table (step S709). Then, the jackpot symbol is set (step S710), and the process is terminated.

  In Step S705, when it is determined that it is not a big hit (Step S705: No), it is determined whether or not it is a big hit (Step S711). When it is determined that it is a small hit (step S711: Yes), a small hit symbol is set (step S712), and the process is terminated. In step S711, when it is determined that it is not a small hit (step S711: No), a lost symbol is set (step S713), and the process ends.

(An example of the low probability hit determination table)
Next, the low-probability hit determination table set in step S702 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 8A is an explanatory diagram of an example of a low probability hit determination table. 8A, the low probability hit determination table 810 includes a hit type 801, a range 802, a ratio 803, and a random value 804.

  The hit type 801 indicates a hit type or a big hit type. A range 802 is a value that the acquired random number can take, and there are 400 “0 to 399”. The ratio 803 is obtained by dividing the number of random number values 804 by the number of ranges 802, that is, the probability that a big hit or a small hit is selected.

  The low probability hit determination table 810 indicates that the big hit among the hit types 801 is selected at a ratio 803 of “1/400”. Further, it is shown that the small hit is selected at a ratio 803 of “4/400”. If the acquired random number is a value that is not described in the random number value 804, for example, if the random number acquired by winning the first starting port 105 is “100”, the game is lost.

(Example of high probability hit determination table)
Next, the high probability hit determination table set in step S703 in FIG. 7 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 8-2 is an explanatory diagram of an example of the high probability hit determination table. In FIG. 8B, the high probability hit determination table 820 indicates that the jackpot is selected at a ratio 803 of “10/400”. Further, it is shown that the small hit is selected at a ratio 803 of “4/400”. As shown in the low-probability hit determination table 810 and the high-probability hit determination table 820, in the high-probability gaming state, it is easier to win a jackpot by about 10 times than in the low-probability gaming state.

(Example of jackpot symbol determination table)
Next, the jackpot symbol determination table set in step S707 and step S708 of FIG. 7 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-3 and 8-4. FIG. 8-3 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a first start-up jackpot symbol determination table. The first start opening jackpot symbol determination table 830 shown in FIG. 8C is a table used when winning the jackpot as a result of the winning random number determination process by winning the first starting opening 105.

  FIG. 8-4 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a second start-up jackpot symbol determination table. 8-4 is a table used when the jackpot is won as a result of the winning random number determination processing by winning to the second starting port 106. As shown in FIG.

  8-3 and FIG. 8-4, the first start-up jackpot symbol determination table 830 and the second start-up jackpot symbol determination table 840 include a symbol 831, a range 832, a ratio 833, and a random number value 834. And a graph area 835. The symbol 831 indicates the contents of the jackpot, and specifically includes symbols indicating the types of jackpots, ie, per normal length, per crash time, per probable change length, peraccuracy short per hit, and latent short per hit.

  A range 832 indicates a possible range of the random value 834 to be acquired, and is “0 to 249”, for example. The ratio 833 is the ratio of the number of random number values 834 to the total number of the range 832, specifically, the number of random number values 834 divided by the total number (250) of the range 832. The graph area 835 is a symbol indicating an area for each jackpot type in the pie chart described below with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 8-5 is an explanatory diagram showing a ratio at which each symbol 831 is selected for each start port. In FIG. 8-5, a graph 851 is a pie chart showing a ratio at which each symbol 831 is selected when a big win is won by winning the first starting port 105. As shown in the graph 851, when a big hit is made by winning the first starting port 105, any one of the normal length, the short time per hit, the permissible change length, the permissible short per hit, and the per short latent probability can be selected. In particular, it is easy to select the short hit probability and the short hit probability shown in “d” and “e”.

  The graph 852 is a pie chart showing a ratio of selecting each symbol 831 when a big win is won by winning the second starting port 106. As shown in the graph 852, when a big win is won by winning the second starting port 106, in order to allow the player to acquire a lot of balls, the short chance for latent probability is not selected, and the chance per probability variation is most selected. It is easy to be done.

  In this way, in the jackpot symbol random number determination by the game ball won to the second starting port 106, it is easier to select the jackpot advantageous to the player than the jackpot by the game ball won to the first starting port 105. . The jackpot ratios (numbers in the jackpot symbol determination tables 830 and 840) shown in the graphs 851 and 852 are not limited to this, and may be set to arbitrary predetermined values.

(Change pattern selection process)
Next, the variation pattern selection process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern selection process performed by the main control unit 201. This variation pattern selection process is the process shown in step S610 of FIG.

  In FIG. 9, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not the winning includes the big hit and the small hit as a result of the hit determination process (step S <b> 901). If it is a win (step S901: Yes), either a big hit table or a small win table is set for the winning variation pattern table (step S902). Details of the jackpot variation pattern table will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Then, a variation pattern random number determination process is performed using the set table (step S903). As a result of the variation pattern random number determination process, the determined variation pattern is set (step S904), and the process ends.

  In step S901, if it is not a win (step S901: No), a reach determination process for determining whether or not there is a reach is performed (step S905), and it is determined whether or not it is a reach (step S906). If it is reach (step S906: Yes), a reach variation pattern table, which will be described later with reference to FIG. 10B, is set (step S907), and the process proceeds to step S903.

  When it is not reach (step S906: No), it is determined whether the electric support flag which shows that it is an electric support game state is ON (step S908). The electric support flag is a flag that is set in a game state setting process (see FIG. 13), which will be described later. Specifically, the electric support flag is a flag that is set according to the number of changes after the transition to the electric support game state.

  When the electric support flag is ON (step S908: Yes), it is determined whether or not the special 1 variation flag indicating the variation in FIG. 1 is ON (step S909). When the special 1 variation flag is ON (step S909: Yes), a special variation pattern table, which will be described later with reference to FIG. 10-5, is set (step S910), and the process proceeds to step S903.

  In step S909, when the special 1 variation flag is OFF (step S909: No), an electric support variation pattern table described later with reference to FIG. 10-4 is set (step S911), and the process proceeds to step S903. In step S908, when the electric support flag is not ON (step S908: No), a normal variation pattern table described later with reference to FIG. 10-3 is set (step S912), and the process proceeds to step S903.

(Example of variation pattern table for jackpots)
Next, the jackpot variation pattern table that is set in step S902 in FIG. 9 and used in the variation pattern random number determination process (see step S903 in FIG. 9) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10A is an explanatory diagram of an example of the big hit variation pattern table.

  10-1, the jackpot variation pattern table 1010 includes a jackpot symbol 1000, a variation pattern 1001, a range 1002, a ratio 1003, a random number value 1004, and a variation time 1005. The jackpot symbol 1000 is the jackpot content indicated by the stopped special symbol. The variation pattern 1001 is obtained by patterning the variation of the special symbol, and has different variation times 1005. A range 1002 indicates the maximum possible value of the random number value 1004 to be acquired, and is “0 to 99”, for example. The ratio 1003 is the ratio of the number of random number values 1004 to the total number of the range 1002, specifically, the number of random number values 1004 divided by the total number (100) of the range 1002.

  The variation time 1005 indicates the time required for the variation of the special symbol. As the fluctuation pattern 1001 has a longer fluctuation time 1005, for example, a reach effect with a high expectation is performed. In detail, the table used for each jackpot symbol 1000 is different. For example, in the case of normal length, when the acquired random number value 1004 is “0”, the fluctuation pattern 1001 “Pa11” has a fluctuation time 1005 of 20 seconds. Is selected. In the case of per probability variation, when the obtained random number value 1004 is “0”, a variation pattern 1001 “Pa21” having a variation time 1005 of 20 seconds is selected.

(Example of reach variation pattern table)
Next, a reach variation pattern table that is set in step S907 in FIG. 9 and used in the variation pattern random number determination process (see step S903 in FIG. 9) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10B is an explanatory diagram of an example of the reach variation pattern table. The reach variation pattern table is a table used at the time of the reach regardless of the gaming state or the type of the holding ball. In addition, the same code | symbol is attached | subjected about what was demonstrated in FIG. 10-1, and the description is abbreviate | omitted below.

  In the variation pattern table for reach 1020, the variation pattern 1001 having the long variation time 1005 is less likely to be selected, and the variation effect 1001 having the long variation time 1005 is performed with a high expectation reach. As a specific example, the fluctuation pattern 1001 “Pb1” is selected when the acquired random value 1004 is “0 to 29”, and the fluctuation time 1005 is 20 seconds.

(Example of normal fluctuation pattern table)
Next, a normal variation pattern table that is set in step S912 in FIG. 9 and used in the variation pattern random number determination process (see step S903 in FIG. 9) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10C is an explanatory diagram of an example of the normal variation pattern table. The normal variation pattern table is a table that is used when a variation is caused by the special 1 holding ball and the special 2 holding ball in the non-electric support game state.

  In FIG. 10C, a normal variation pattern table 1030 is a table at the time of losing, and includes a number of reserved balls 1031, a variation pattern 1001, a range 1002, a ratio 1003, a random value 1004, and a variation time 1005. . The number of reserved balls 1031 is the sum of the number of special 1 reserved balls due to winning at the first starting port 105 and the number of special 2 reserved balls due to winning at the second starting port 106.

  When the number of reserved balls 1031 is “1 or 2”, the variation pattern 1001 of “Pc1” is a variation time 1005 of 15 seconds. On the other hand, when the number of held balls 1031 is “3 or more”, the variation pattern 1001 of “Pc2” is a variation time 1005 of 5 seconds. As described above, when the game is not in the electric support game state, the variation pattern 1001 corresponding to the number of held balls 1031 is selected.

(Example of electric support fluctuation pattern table)
Next, the electric support variation pattern table that is set in step S911 in FIG. 9 and used in the variation pattern random number determination process (see step S903 in FIG. 9) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10-4 is an explanatory diagram of an example of the electric support fluctuation pattern table. In FIG. 10-4, the electric support fluctuation pattern table 1040 is a table used when the special figure 2 change by the special 2 holding ball is performed in the electric support game state.

  The electric support variation pattern table 1040 is a table at the time of a loss, and when the number of reserved balls 1031 in FIG. 2 is “1”, the variation pattern 1001 of “Pd1” having a variation time 1005 of 15 seconds is obtained. On the other hand, when the number of reserved balls 1031 is “2 or more”, the variation pattern 1001 of “Pd2” which is a variation time 1005 of 1 second is obtained. As described above, at the time of losing in the electric support game state, the variation pattern having an extremely short variation time is selected when the number of reserved balls 1031 in FIG. 2 is “2 or more” compared to the normal variation pattern table 1030. It is like that. Therefore, in the electric support game state, it is possible to play a game quickly.

(Example of special variation pattern table)
Next, a special variation pattern table that is set in step S910 in FIG. 9 and used in the variation pattern random number determination process (see step S903 in FIG. 9) will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10-5 is an explanatory diagram of an example of the special variation pattern table. Note that the special variation pattern table is a table used when performing the variation of the special figure 1 by the special 1 holding ball in the electric support game state.

  A special variation pattern table 1050 shown in FIG. 10-5 is a table at the time of losing, and includes a special 1 reserved ball number 1051, a variation pattern 1001, a range 1002, a ratio 1003, a random number value 1004, a variation time 1005, and the like. Consists of. The special 1 reserved ball number 1051 indicates the reserved ball number of the game balls won in the first starting port 105, and takes any one of “1 to 4”. The special variation pattern table 1050 has a certain variation time 1005 in the electric support game state, regardless of the number of special 1 reserved balls 1051. Specifically, a special variation pattern “Pe1” having a variation time 1005 of 20 seconds is selected.

  For example, if you win a jackpot with a power support function in the non-electric support game state, the special 2 hold ball number is “0” and the special 1 hold at the start of the electric support game state after the end of the jackpot It is often assumed that the number of balls 1051 is “4”. Under such circumstances, when the variation due to the special 1 holding ball is performed, the special variation pattern “Pe1” having a variation time longer than the normal variation is used. In addition, in the electric support game state, for example, it is assumed that the game ball does not pass through the gate 108 and the electric tulip 107 does not open, so that the special 2 reserved ball number becomes “0”. Also, the special variation pattern “Pe1” is used.

  The variation time 1005 of 20 seconds mentioned here is merely an example, and other predetermined values can be used. However, from the viewpoint of securing a time for winning a prize to the second starting port 106, The special variation pattern “Pe1” is desirably longer than at least the variation pattern “Pc1” (see FIG. 10C) of the normal variation pattern table 1030.

(Processing during stoppage)
Next, the stop process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the stop process performed by the main control unit 201. In FIG. 11, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 first determines whether or not the electric support flag indicating that the electric support game state is ON (step S1101). The electric support flag is a flag set in a game state setting process which will be described later with reference to FIG. If the power support flag is not ON (step S1101: No), the process proceeds to step S1105.

  When the electric support flag is ON (step S1101: Yes), a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the electric support game remaining number J is set as a new electric support game remaining number J (step S1102). The electric support game remaining count J indicates the remaining game count in the electric support game state, and is, for example, a numerical value that is set to 100 after a normal hit or a short hit. The set of the electric support game remaining count J will be described later in the game state setting process (FIG. 13). Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the electric support game remaining count J is “0” (step S1103).

  When the electric support game remaining count J is “0” (step S1103: Yes), the electric support flag is turned OFF (step S1104). When the electric support game remaining count J is not “0” (step S1103: No), the process proceeds to step S1105. In step S1105, it is determined whether or not a high probability flag indicating a high probability gaming state is ON (step S1105).

  In step S1105, when the high probability flag is OFF (step S1105: No), the process proceeds to step S1109. When the high probability flag is ON (step S1105: Yes), a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the high probability remaining game count X is set as a new high probability game remaining count X (step S1106).

  Specifically, the high probability remaining game count X indicates the remaining game count in the high probability electric support game state (probability variation game state) or the high probability non-electric support game state (latency probability game state). It is a numerical value that is set, for example, 10,000 times after each hit, per-latency short hit or after per-short hit per unit. The number “10000” is a number determined for the sake of convenience so that the high-probability gaming state is not changed until the next jackpot is won, but is not limited to this and may be another predetermined value. It is. The setting of the high probability remaining game count X will be described later in the game state setting process (FIG. 13).

  Thereafter, it is determined whether the high probability remaining game count X is “0” (step S1107). If the high probability game remaining count X is “0” (step S1107: Yes), the high probability flag is turned OFF. (Step S1108). When the high probability game remaining number X is not “0” (step S1107: No), the process proceeds to step S1109.

  In step S1109, it is determined whether or not the stopped special symbol is a big hit, and if it is not a big hit (step S1109: No), it is determined whether or not the stopped special symbol is a big hit (step S1110). If the stopped special symbol is not a small hit (step S1110: No), the process is terminated. When the stopped special symbol is a small hit (step S1110: Yes), the small hit game flag is turned ON (step S1111), and the winning opening is started (step S1112). Thereafter, an opening command is set (step S1113), and the process ends.

  In step S1109, if the stopped special symbol is a big hit (step S1109: Yes), the big hit game flag is turned ON (step S1114). Then, the electric support game remaining count J or the high probability game remaining count X is set to “0” (step S1115). Thereafter, the electric support flag or the high probability flag is turned OFF (step S1116), and the process proceeds to step S1112.

  The gaming state (high probability electric support game state, low probability electric support game state, high probability non-electric support game state, low probability non-electric support game state) is represented by the electric support flag and the high probability flag in the above-described processing. Specifically, when both the electric support flag and the high probability flag are ON, the high probability electric support game state (probability change game state) is set. When the electric support flag is ON and the high probability flag is OFF, the low probability electric support game state (time-short game state) is set. Further, when the electric support flag is OFF and the high probability flag is ON, the high probability non-electric support game state (latency game state) is set. When both the electric support flag and the high probability flag are OFF, the low probability non-electric support game state (normal game state) is set.

(Large winnings processing)
Next, with reference to FIG. 12, the big prize opening process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the big prize opening process performed by the main control unit 201. This special winning opening process is one process included in the electric accessory process shown in step S404 of FIG.

  In FIG. 12, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not the winning game flag is ON (step S1201). The winning game flag is a big hit game flag or a small hit game flag set in the stop process shown in FIG. 11 (see step S1114 or step S1111 in FIG. 11).

  In step S1201, when the winning game flag is OFF (step S1201: No), the processing is ended as it is. If the winning game flag is ON (step S1201: Yes), it is determined whether or not opening is in progress (step S1202). The opening refers to a predetermined time before the special winning opening 109 is opened.

  If it is during opening (step S1202: Yes), it is determined whether a predetermined opening time has passed (step S1203). If the opening time has not elapsed (step S1203: No), the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the opening time has elapsed (step S1203: Yes), the round number / operation pattern setting process is executed (step S1204). In the round number / operation pattern setting process, the number of rounds corresponding to the winning game flag and the operation pattern of the special winning opening 109 are set. For example, in the case of a big hit, the number of rounds is set to 15 rounds. Further, in the case of long hits, an operation pattern of 30 seconds per round is set, and in the case of short hits, an operation pattern of 0.1 seconds per round is set. In the case of small hits, the number of rounds is set to one round, and an operation pattern is set in which one round is 0.1 seconds × 15 times.

  In step S1204, after the number of rounds / operation pattern setting process is executed, the winning count value C to the big winning opening 109 in each round is set to “0” (step S1205). A value obtained by adding “1” to the round number R is set as a new round number R (step S1206). Thereafter, a round start command is set to cause the production control unit 202a to produce an effect to start the round (step S1207). Further, the special winning opening solenoid 232 is controlled to start the operation of the special winning opening 109 (step S1208).

  Then, it is determined whether or not the operation time or the operation pattern has ended (step S1209). The end of the operation time means that a predetermined time (30 seconds or 0.1 second) has elapsed since the operation of the special winning opening 109 was started. Further, the end of the operation pattern means that the operation pattern of 0.1 seconds × 15 times at the small hitting time ends.

  When the operation time or the operation pattern has not ended (step S1209: No), it is determined whether or not the winning count value C of the game ball to the big winning opening 109 is a prescribed number (for example, “10”) (step). S1210). When the winning count value C is a specified number (step S1210: Yes), the operation of the special winning opening 109 is ended (step S1211). When the winning count value C is not the prescribed number (step S1210: No), the processing is ended as it is.

  In step S1209, when the operation time or the operation pattern is completed (step S1209: Yes), the process proceeds to step S1211 and the operation of the special winning opening 109 is ended. In other words, in the case of a big win, the big winning opening 109 ends the operation when either one of the elapsed operating time or a predetermined number of winnings is satisfied.

  It should be noted that the operating time is set to 0.1 seconds for a short win such as a small win or a short hit for latent, so that the game ball rarely wins the big winning opening 109 during this time. That is, there are almost no prize balls at the time of a small hit or short hit.

  After the operation of the special winning opening 109 is finished in step S1211, it is determined whether or not the final round has been reached (step S1212). For example, if the round number R set in the round number setting process in step S1204 is 15, the final round is obtained when “round number R = 15”. Further, if the round number R set in the round number setting process is 1 round as in the case of small hitting, the final round is obtained when “round number R = 1”.

  If it is not the last round in step S1212 (step S1212: No), the process is terminated. When it is the final round (step S1212: Yes), an ending command is set (step S1213). Ending refers to a predetermined production time after the end of the operation of the special winning opening 109. The ending command is a command for causing the production control unit 202a to perform an ending production.

  After setting the ending command in step S1213, ending is started (step S1214). Then, the round number R is set to “0” (step S1215), and it is determined whether the ending time has elapsed (step S1216). If the ending time has elapsed (step S1216: Yes), the game state setting process is executed (step S1217). The game state setting process will be described later with reference to FIG. Thereafter, the winning game flag is turned off (step S1218), and the process is terminated. If the ending time has not elapsed (step S1216: No), the process is terminated as it is.

  On the other hand, in step S1202, when the opening is not in progress (step S1202: No), it is determined whether or not ending is in progress (step S1219). If it is ending (step S1219: Yes), the process proceeds to step S1216. If it is not ending (step S1219: No), it is determined whether or not the special winning opening 109 is in operation (step S1220). When the special winning opening 109 is not in operation (step S1220: No), the process proceeds to step S1205. When the special winning opening 109 is operating (step S1220: Yes), the process proceeds to step S1209.

(Game state setting process)
Next, the game state setting process performed by the main control unit 201 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing a game state setting process performed by the main control unit 201. The game state setting process is the process shown in step S1217 of FIG. In FIG. 13, the CPU 211 of the main control unit 201 determines whether or not a small hit is made (step S1301). If it is a small hit (step S1301: Yes), the process is terminated as it is.

  If it is not a small hit (step S1301: No), it is determined whether or not a big hit with low probability electric support (step S1302). The jackpot with low probability electric support is usually per long or short hit. When it is a big hit with low probability electric support (step S1302: Yes), the electric support flag is turned ON (step S1303). Then, the electric support game remaining count J is set to “100” (step S1304), and the process is terminated.

  If it is not a jackpot with low probability electric support (step S1302: No), it is determined whether it is a jackpot with high probability electric support (step S1305). The jackpot with high probability electric support is equivalent to the probability variation per unit and the sudden short per unit. If it is a big hit with high probability electric support (step S1305: Yes), the electric support flag is turned ON (step S1306), and the electric support game remaining count J is set to “10000” (step S1307). The value “10000” is a number determined for convenience in order to prevent the gaming state from being changed until the next jackpot is won.

  Thereafter, the high probability flag is turned ON (step S1308), the high probability remaining game count X is set to “10000” (step S1309), and the process is terminated. In step S1305, if it is not a big hit with high probability electric support (step S1305: No), that is, if it is a short hit probability, the process proceeds to step S1308.

(Production timer interrupt processing performed by the Production Management Department)
Next, the effect timer interruption process performed by the effect control unit 202a of the effect control unit 202 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing an effect timer interruption process performed by the effect supervising unit 202a. The effect timer interrupt process is a process that interrupts the main effect control process performed by the effect control unit 202a every predetermined period (for example, 4 ms) during the activation.

  In FIG. 14, the CPU 241 of the production control unit 202a executes a command reception process performed when a command is received from the main control unit 201 (step S1401). The command reception process will be described later with reference to FIG. Then, a command transmission process for transmitting a command to the image / audio control unit 202b or the lamp control unit 202c is executed (step S1402), and the process ends.

(Command reception processing)
Next, the details of the command reception process performed by the production control unit 202a shown in step S1401 of FIG. 14 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing command reception processing performed by the production control unit 202a. In FIG. 15, the CPU 241 of the production control unit 202a determines whether or not an irregular hit command indicating that an irregular hit has been made is received from the main control unit 201 (step S1501). The irregular hit command is a command set in the gate SW process of the main control unit 201 (see step S528 in FIG. 5-2).

  When the irregular hit command is not received (step S1501: No), the process proceeds to step S1503. If an irregular hit command has been received (step S1501: Yes), an irregular hit flag indicating that an irregular hit has been made is turned ON (step S1502). Then, it is determined whether or not a release command indicating that the irregular hit has been released due to the game ball passing through the gate is received (step S1503). The cancel command is a command set in the gate SW process of the main control unit 201 (see step S534 in FIG. 5-2).

  When the release command is not received (step S1503: No), the process proceeds to step S1505. When the cancel command is received (step S1503: Yes), the irregular hit flag is turned OFF (step S1504). Thereafter, it is determined whether or not a variation start command indicating the variation start of the special symbol has been received (step S1505). The variation start command is a command set in the special symbol processing by the main control unit 201 (see step S611 in FIG. 6).

  When the change start command is not received (step S1505: No), the process proceeds to step S1507. When the change start command is received (step S1505: Yes), an effect selection process is executed (step S1506). The effect selection process will be described later in detail with reference to FIG. 16, but information on the variation time of the special symbol obtained by analyzing the variation start command is used to select an effect having the same playback time as the variation time. It is processing to do.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not a change stop command for stopping the effect symbol has been received (step S1507). The change stop command is a command indicating change stop of the special symbol, and is a command set in the special symbol processing of the main control unit 201 (see step S614 in FIG. 6).

  When the change stop command is not received (step S1507: No), the process proceeds to step S1509. When the change stop command is received (step S1507: Yes), the process during the end of change effect is executed (step S1508). In addition, the process during the end of the variation effect is a process of stopping the variation of the effect symbol or ending the effect mode according to the gaming state according to the number of times of change.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not an opening command indicating the start of jackpot is received (step S1509). The opening command is a command set in the stop process of the main control unit 201 (see step S1113 in FIG. 11). When the opening command is not received (step S1509: No), the process proceeds to step S1511. When the opening command is received (step S1509: Yes), a winning effect selection process for selecting the winning effect content is executed (step S1510).

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not an ending command indicating the end of jackpot is received (step S1511). The ending command is a command set in the big prize opening process of the main control unit 201 (see step S1213 in FIG. 12). When the ending command is not received (step S1511: No), the process is terminated as it is. If an ending command has been received (step S1511: YES), an ending effect selection process for selecting an ending effect is performed (step S1512), and the process ends.

(Direction selection process)
Next, details of the effect selection process shown in step S1506 of FIG. 15 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the effect selection process performed by the effect control unit 202a. In FIG. 16, the CPU 241 of the production supervision unit 202a analyzes the change start command (step S1601). In step S1601, specifically, the gaming state of the main control unit 201 and the variation pattern are analyzed.

  As a result of the analysis of the change start command, it is determined whether or not it is per length (step S1602). Specifically, the determination of whether or not the long hit is to determine whether or not the variation pattern is a variation such as Pa11 or Pa21 (see FIG. 10-1). If it is not the long hit (step S1602: No), it is determined whether or not the variation is the special variation pattern Pe1 (step S1603). The special variation pattern Pe1 is a variation pattern used at the time of variation of the special figure 1 in the electric support game state (see step S910 in FIG. 9 or the special fluctuation pattern table 1050 in FIG. 10-5). When the variation is the special variation pattern Pe1 (step S1603: Yes), it is determined whether or not the irregular hit flag is ON (step S1604).

  The irregular hit flag is a flag that is set to ON when an irregular hit is made, and specifically, a flag that is set to ON in the command reception process (see step S1502 in FIG. 15). If the irregular hit flag is ON (step S1604: Yes), a short hit reach effect pattern selection table for selecting a short hit reach effect pattern is set (step S1605). Details of the short hit reach effect pattern selection table will be described later with reference to FIG.

  When the irregular hit flag is OFF (step S1604: No), a non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table for selecting a non-winning suggestion effect pattern is set (step S1606). Details of the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Thereafter, a variation effect pattern selection process for selecting a variation effect pattern is executed (step S1607). Then, a change production start command is set (step S1608), and the process is terminated. In step S1603, when it is not the fluctuation of the special fluctuation pattern Pe1 (step S1603: No), a normal effect pattern selection table for selecting a normal effect is set (step S1609), and the process proceeds to step S1607.

  In step S1602, when it is a long hit (step S1602: Yes), it is determined whether or not the mode flag is “1-3” (step S1610). The mode flag will be described later with reference to FIG. 19, but the mode flag indicates a normal mode when “0”, indicates a probability variation mode when “1”, indicates a time reduction mode when “2”, and indicates a mode “3”. Indicates a sudden accuracy mode, and “4” indicates a latent accuracy mode.

  When the mode flag is not “1-3” (step S1610: No), that is, when the normal mode or the latent mode is the non-electric support game state, the process proceeds to step S1609. When the mode flag is “1-3” (step S1610: Yes), it is determined whether or not the fluctuation is that of FIG. 1 (step S1611). If it is not the fluctuation of the special figure 1 (step S1611: No), that is, if it is the fluctuation of the special figure 2, the process proceeds to step S1609.

  In the case of the fluctuation of the special figure 1 (step S1611: Yes), for example, a long hit suggestion effect pattern for turning on the handle lamp 266 is set (step S1612), and the process proceeds to step S1608.

  In this flowchart, the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table is set only when the irregular hit flag is OFF (step S1604: No) (step S1606). An suggestive effect pattern selection table may be set. That is, the determination in step S1604 is not performed, and when the variation is the special variation pattern Pe1 (step S1603: Yes), the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table may be set.

(Short hit reach production pattern selection table)
Next, the short hit reach effect pattern selection table set in step S1605 of FIG. 16 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17A is an explanatory diagram of an example of a short hit reach effect pattern selection table. In FIG. 17A, the short hit reach effect pattern selection table 1710 includes a fluctuation pattern 1701, an effect pattern 1702, a range 1703, a ratio 1704, a random value 1705, and an effect command 1706.

  The variation pattern 1701 indicates a variation pattern of a special symbol, and is a special variation pattern Pe1 here. The special variation pattern Pe1 has a variation time of 20 seconds (see FIG. 10-5). A plurality of effect patterns 1702 are stored for the special variation pattern Pe1. A range 1703 is a number that the random value 1705 can take. The ratio 1704 is obtained by dividing the random value 1705 set for each effect pattern 1702 by the number of the range 1703. The effect command 1706 is a command indicating the selected effect pattern 1702, and is transmitted to the image / sound control unit 202b and the lamp control unit 202c. The production command 1706 is described in the short hit reach production pattern selection table 1710 for convenience of explanation, but is actually stored in a table in which the production pattern 1702 and the production command 1706 are associated with each other.

  In the short hit reach effect pattern selection table 1710, the ratio 1704 for selecting the short hit per reach, the short hit per reach 1 or the latent short hit reach 1 as the short hit suggestion is set. For example, when the quick reach per hit 1 is selected, an effect command 1706 of t1 is transmitted.

  In the short hit reach production pattern selection table 1710, any one of the short hit reach 1, sudden hit short reach 1, or latent short hit reach 1 is always selected, that is, the short hit reach 1 is selected. Although it is always selected, it is not limited to this, and it is sufficient that it is higher than when selecting a normal reach production pattern, which will be described later with reference to FIG. Specifically, for example, a normal loss selected at a certain ratio (for example, “10/100”) 1704 is provided, and the ratio at which each short hit is selected is set to “30/100”. You may be able to take the case where it is not performed.

(Non-winning suggestion production pattern selection table)
Next, the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table set in step S1606 of FIG. 16 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17-2 is an explanatory diagram of an example of a non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table. In the following description, the same reference numerals are given to the points described in FIG. 17A and the description thereof is omitted.

  In the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table 1720, the ratio 1704 at which normal loss is selected is “100/100”. The “reliable effect” shown in the normal lose is an effect of displaying the safe mark image on the image display unit 104 while performing a normal lost effect. When the normal loss for performing the reassuring effect is selected, the effect command 1706 of s1 is transmitted.

  In the non-winning suggestion effect pattern selection table 1720, the ratio 1704 at which normal loss is always selected is set, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the reach short hit reach 1, the reach short hit reach 1 or the latent short reach reach 1 selected at the ratio 1704 of “10/100”, respectively, and the ratio at which the normal loss is selected is “70/100”. And a case where a short hit reach is performed may be taken.

(Normal production pattern selection table)
Next, the normal effect pattern selection table set in step S1609 in FIG. 16 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 17C is an explanatory diagram of an example of a normal performance pattern selection table. In FIG. 17C, the normal effect pattern selection table 1730 includes a change type 1731, a change pattern 1732, and an effect pattern 1733. The variation type 1731 indicates jackpot, jackpot, reach, or loss. The variation pattern 1732 is a variation pattern of a special symbol, and specifically corresponds to the variation pattern of each variation pattern table illustrated in FIGS. 10-1 to 10-5.

  The effect pattern 1733 is associated with the variation pattern 1732 in a one-to-one relationship. As a specific example, when the fluctuation pattern Pa11 is changed, normal reach is selected. Similarly, for example, when the fluctuation pattern Pa31 is changed, the sudden reach 1 is selected.

  Here, when the reach fluctuation pattern Pb1 indicated by reference numeral 1735 is changed, one effect pattern is selected from the plurality of effect patterns. The reach effect pattern selection table used when the reach change pattern Pb1 changes will be described below.

  FIG. 17-4 is an explanatory diagram of a reach effect pattern selection table used when the reach change pattern Pb1 changes. The reach effect pattern selection table 1740 shown in FIG. 17-4 has a lower short hit reach selection ratio 1704 than the short hit reach effect pattern selection table 1710 shown in FIG. More specifically, the reach effect pattern selection table 1740 indicates that one of normal reach, reach short hit per reach 1, reach short per reach 1 or latent short per reach 1 is selected.

  The selected ratio 1704 of the normal reach is high as “85/100”, and the selected ratio of the short hit reach (reach 1 per collision short, reach 1 per collision short, reach 1 per latent short) is “ 5/100 ". For example, when normal loss is selected, an effect command 1706 of s2 is transmitted. Further, for example, when the reach short hit reach 1 is selected, an effect command 1706 of u1 is transmitted.

(Processing during changing production)
Next, with reference to FIG. 18, the details of the changing effect end process shown in step S1508 of FIG. 15 will be described. FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the process during the end of the changing effect performed by the effect supervising unit 202a. In FIG. 18, the CPU 241 of the production control unit 202a analyzes the change stop command (step S1801). Then, the mode flag is referred to (step S1802). The mode flag reference table for referring to the mode flag will be described later with reference to FIG. Then, it is determined whether or not it is a win (step S1803).

  If not successful (step S1803: No), it is determined whether or not the current mode is the normal mode, that is, whether or not the mode flag is “0” (step S1804). When the mode flag is “0” (step S1804: YES), the process proceeds to step S1808. When the mode flag is not “0” (step S1804: No), a value obtained by subtracting “1” from the mode effect remaining number M is set as a new mode effect remaining number M (step S1805). Then, it is determined whether or not the mode effect remaining count M is “0” (step S1806).

  When the mode effect remaining number M is not “0” (step S1806: No), the process proceeds to step S1808. When the mode effect remaining number M is “0” (step S1806: Yes), the mode flag is set to “0” indicating the normal mode (step S1807). Then, a variation effect end command is set (step S1808), and the process ends.

  In step S1803, if it is a win (step S1803: Yes), a mode flag change process is performed to change the current mode flag to a mode flag corresponding to the jackpot type (step S1809), and the process proceeds to step S1808.

(Mode flag reference table)
Next, the mode flag reference table will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 19 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the mode flag reference table. In FIG. 19, the mode flag reference table 1900 includes a special symbol 1901, a mode 1902, a mode flag 1903, and an upper limit fluctuation count 1904.

  The special symbol 1901 indicates the winning content indicated by the stopped symbol. A mode 1902 indicates an effect mode. The mode flag 1903 is a flag set for each mode. The upper limit fluctuation count (Mmax) 1904 indicates the upper limit fluctuation count of each mode 1902 and corresponds to the mode effect remaining count M at the start of the mode effect.

  Explaining with a specific example, in the special symbol 1901, “-” indicates a lost symbol in the low probability non-electric support game state which is a normal gaming state. In the case of a lost symbol in the low probability non-electric support game state, the mode 1902 becomes the normal mode. The mode flag 1903 is set to “0”.

  “−” In the upper limit fluctuation count 1904 indicates that the upper limit fluctuation count is not set. In addition, when a mode effect different from the normal mode, such as a probability variation mode, is executed, that is, in a low probability electric support game state, a high probability electric support game state, or a high probability non-electric support game state, Also, continue to perform the mode production being executed.

  In the case of “design per probability variation length” in the special symbol 1901, the mode 1902 becomes the probability variation mode. The mode flag 1903 is set to “1”. In the case of the probability variation mode, the upper limit fluctuation number 1904 for performing the probability variation mode is set to “10000”. In the case of “ordinary length per symbol” in the special symbol 1901, the mode 1902 becomes the time reduction mode. The mode flag 1903 is set to “2”. In the time reduction mode, the upper limit fluctuation count 1904 for performing the time reduction mode is set to “100”.

  In the case of “success / short-hit symbol / hit-short-hit symbol” among the special symbols 1901, the mode 1902 becomes a tactile mode. The mode flag 1903 is set to “3”. In the case of the suddenness mode, the upper limit fluctuation count 1904 for performing the suddenness mode is set to “100”. If the special symbol 1901 is “latency probability short symbol / small hit symbol”, the mode 1902 becomes the latent probability mode. The mode flag 1903 is set to “4”. In the case of the latent mode, the upper limit fluctuation count 1904 for performing the latent mode is set to “30”.

  The symbol per probability variation length, the symbol per normal length, the symbol per rush short and the symbol per short hit are “big hits with electric support”, which is an effect mode when the electric chew support function is added.

(Image control processing)
Next, an example of image control processing performed by the image / sound control unit 202b will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing image control processing performed by the image / sound controller 202b. In FIG. 20, the CPU 251 of the image / sound controller 202b determines whether or not a change effect start command has been received (step S2001). The variation production start command is a command set in the production selection process of the production supervision unit 202a (see step S1608 in FIG. 16).

  When the change effect start command is not received (step S2001: No), the process is ended as it is. When the change effect start command is received (step S2001: Yes), the change effect start command is analyzed (step S2002). In the analysis of the change production start command, the production pattern such as whether or not it is a reach production is analyzed. Then, lottery of stop effect symbols according to the analysis result of the change effect start command is performed (step S2003). For example, in the case of a reach effect per long, the first effect symbol and the second effect symbol are selected as the same or related effect symbols in the case of the reach effect per long, according to the analysis result of the variation effect start command. It is to select the third effect symbol as the other effect symbol.

  Then, stop effect design data is set (step S2004), and it is determined whether or not the effect command is “t” or “u” (step S2005). The effect command is “t” is a change in which short hit reach is performed by the change in the special figure 1 in the electric support game state (see step S1605 and FIG. 17-1 in FIG. 16). In addition, the production command “u” is a variation in which short hit reach is performed by a variation excluding the variation of the special chart 1 in the electric support game state (see FIG. 17-4).

  When the performance command is “t” or “u” (step S2005: Yes), a short hit reach suggestion image selection lottery is performed to determine whether or not to display the short hit reach suggestion image (step S2006). A short hit reach suggestion image is an effect that suggests a short hit reach in the previous stage of a reach that suggests a short hit (short hit per hour, reach short hit or latent short hit reach), For example, the effect is a character image.

  A specific example of the short hit reach suggestion image will be described later with reference to FIG. The table used in the short hit reach suggestion image selection lottery will be described later with reference to FIG. 21A. However, when the variation of the special figure 1 (the variation of the production command “t”) is performed in the electric support game state. The selection of the short hit reach suggestion image is performed with a higher selection probability than in the case of other variations (variations of the production command “u”).

  When the short hit reach suggestion image selection lottery is not won and the short hit reach suggestion image is not displayed (step S2007: No), the process proceeds to step S2009. When winning the short hit reach suggestion image selection lottery and displaying the short hit reach suggestion image (step S2007: Yes), the short hit reach suggestion image data is set (step S2008).

  Thereafter, a display form change lottery, which is a lottery for determining whether or not to change the display form of the effect design, is performed (step S2009). The change in the display form of the effect symbol image is an effect that suggests a short hit reach in the previous stage of a reach that suggests a short win (short reach per hit, reach short hit or latent short hit reach) Specifically, as will be described later with reference to FIG. 22, for example, if the effect symbol for determining short hits is “1, 3, 5”, “1, 3, 5” is another effect symbol. It is to display larger.

  The table used in the display form change lottery will be described later with reference to FIG. 21A. However, when the variation of the special figure 1 (the variation of the production command “t”) is performed in the electric support game state, otherwise The display mode is changed with a higher selection probability than the case of the change (change of the production command “u”).

  As a result of the display form change lottery, if there is no change in the display form (step S2010: No), the process is terminated as it is. If the display form is changed as a result of the display form change lottery (step S2010: Yes), display form change data for changing the display form of the effect symbol image is set (step S2011), and the process is terminated.

  In step S2005, when the production command is not “t” or “u” (step S2005: No), it is determined whether or not the production command is “s1” (step S2012). The effect command “s1” is a change that provides a relief effect of normal loss due to the change in the special figure 1 in the electric support game state (see step S1606 in FIG. 16 and FIG. 17-2).

  When the production command is not “s1” (step S2012: No), that is, when it is not the fluctuation of the special figure 1 in the electric support game state, the process is ended as it is. When the production command is “s1” (step S2012: Yes), the display form change data is set (step S2013). The display form is changed by changing the short win effect symbol among the effect symbols of the first effect symbol to the third effect symbol (the first effect symbol is “1”, the second effect symbol is “3”, and the third effect symbol is “ 5)). Thereafter, the safety mark image data is set (step S2014), and the process is terminated. An example of the non-winning suggestion effect in which the effect symbol is deleted and the relief mark image is displayed will be described later with reference to FIG.

(Short hit reach suggestion lottery table for short-time special 1)
Next, a table used in the short hit reach suggestion image selection lottery in step S2006 and the display form change lottery in step S2009 shown in FIG. 20 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21A is an explanatory diagram of an example of a short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table for a short time special 1. In FIG. 21A, a short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table 2110 for the time-saving special 1 is a table used when the production command is “t”, that is, when the fluctuation is the special figure 1 in the electric support game state. . The short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table 2110 for the short time special 1 indicates a ratio at which the short hit reach suggestion effect suggesting that the short hit reach is selected.

  For example, in the short hit reach suggestion image selection lottery, the ratio at which the short hit reach suggestion image such as a character image suggesting that the short hit reach is selected is shown. For example, when “0 to 79” is selected within the range of random numbers “0 to 99”, a short hit reach suggestion image is displayed.

  Moreover, the ratio which the display form of the production | presentation symbol which suggests becoming a display form change lottery and a short hit reach is shown is shown. For example, when “0 to 79” is selected within the range of random numbers “0 to 99”, the display form of the effect design is changed.

(Normal short reach reach suggestion lottery table)
Next, the normal short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 21B is an explanatory diagram of an example of a normal short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table. In FIG. 21-2, the normal short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table 2120 is a short hit reach suggestion image lottery when the effect command is “u”, that is, when it is not the fluctuation of the special figure 1 in the electric support game state. And a table used in a display form change lottery.

  In the normal short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table 2120, when the random value “0 to 2” is selected, the display of the short hit reach suggestion image or the display pattern of the effect symbol is changed. Compared to the case of using the short hit reach suggestion effect lottery table 2110 for the short time special 1 shown in 21-1, the short hit reach suggestion effect is less likely to be selected.

(An example of the production screen until it develops to a short hit reach)
Next, an example of the effect screen displayed on the image display unit 104 until it is developed into a short hit reach will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 22 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the effect screen until the short hit reach is displayed on the image display unit 104. In FIG. 22, the short hit reach suggestion effect 2210 is displayed, for example, when an irregular hit is made when the fluctuation of the special figure 1 is performed in the electric support game state. For example, it is assumed that the effect symbol of short hit is “1, 3, 5” in order of arrangement from the left side. In FIG. 22, the effect symbol of short hit determination is “1” for the first effect symbol 2211, “5” for the second effect symbol 2212, and “3” for the third effect symbol 2213 because of the stop order of the effect symbols. ”Is a sequence to stop.

  In the short hit reach suggestion effect 2210, the display form of the first effect symbol 2211 to the third effect symbol 2213 is changed. Specifically, the effect symbol “1” of the first effect symbol 2211 is displayed larger than the other effect symbols excluding the effect symbol “1”. In the second effect symbol 2212 that stops next to the first effect symbol 2211, the effect symbol “5” is displayed larger than the other effect symbols excluding the effect symbol “5”. In the third effect symbol 2213 that stops last, the effect symbol “3” is displayed larger than the other effect symbols excluding the effect symbol “3”. In addition, the effect symbols “1, 3, 5” are displayed in a larger number than the other effect symbols.

  Furthermore, the speed at which the scroll display is performed is a speed that suggests that the effect symbol of short hit is likely to stop. Specifically, when the effect symbol for which the short hit is determined passes through the vicinity of the stop position in the center of the screen, it is slowly scrolled and when it passes the stop position, it is scrolled at high speed. Specifically, in the short hit reach suggestion effect 2210, the effect symbol “1” of the first effect symbol 2211 has passed the stop position, and is scroll-displayed at a high speed as indicated by a long arrow in the figure. The effect symbol “5” of the second effect symbol 2212 is scroll-displayed in the vicinity of the stop position, and is scroll-displayed at a low speed as indicated by a short arrow in the figure. Further, the effect symbol “3” of the third effect symbol 2213 is scroll-displayed so as to approach the stop position, and is scroll-displayed at a medium speed as indicated by a middle arrow in the figure.

  The short hit reach suggestion effect 2210 displays a short hit reach suggestion image 2215. This short hit reach suggestion image 2215 is a character image that suggests that there is a possibility of a short hit reach that is a short hit suggestion effect. In the short hit reach suggestion effect 2210, if the first effect symbol 2211 stops at “1” and the second effect symbol 2212 stops at “5”, the process proceeds to the short hit reach effect 2220.

  The short hit reach effect 2220 shows the effect screen at the time of short hit reach. In the short hit reach effect 2220, the first effect symbol 2211 stops at “1”, the third effect symbol 2213 stops at “5”, and only the third effect symbol 2213 changes. When the third effect symbol 2213 stops at “3”, it is a short hit. In this variation, when the short win is not won, the third effect symbol 2213 stops at the effect symbols other than “3” and becomes lost.

  In this way, when an irregular hit is made when the special figure 1 is changed in the electric support game state, the short hit reach suggestion effect 2210 and the short hit reach effect 2220 are displayed, thereby anxiety about the short hit. A feeling can be given to the player.

(An example of a non-winning suggestion effect)
Next, an example of the non-winning suggestion effect displayed on the image display unit 104 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 23 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the non-winning suggestion effect displayed on the image display unit 104. In FIG. 23, the non-winning suggestion effect 2310 is displayed, for example, when the irregular hit is not made when the special figure 1 is changed in the electric support game state. For example, it is assumed that the effect symbol of short hit is “1, 3, 5” in order of arrangement from the left side.

  In the non-winning suggestion effect 2310, the display form of the first effect symbol 2311 to the third effect symbol 2313 is changed. Specifically, the effect symbol “1” of the first effect symbol 2311, the effect symbol “5” of the second effect symbol 2312, and the effect symbol “3” of the third effect symbol 2313 that stops last are erased and displayed. ing.

  In addition, a relief mark image 2315 is displayed in the non-winning suggestion effect 2310. This relief mark image 2315 is an image that suggests that the player has not won the short win. When a non-winning suggestion effect 2310 is displayed and a predetermined fluctuation time has elapsed, the process proceeds to a non-winning confirmation effect 2320.

  The non-winning determination effect 2320 shows an effect screen at the time of losing, and stops at a so-called break. In this way, if the irregular hit is not made when the special figure 1 is changed in the electric support game state, the player is given anxiety about the short win by displaying the non-winning suggestion effect 2310. And can reassure the player.

  In the non-winning suggestion effect 2310, the effect symbol “1, 3, 5” determined to be short hit is not displayed, but the change of the display form with respect to the first effect symbol 2311 to the third effect symbol 2313 is not limited thereto. . For example, the effect symbol “1” of the first effect symbol 2311, the effect symbol “5” of the second effect symbol 2312, and the effect symbol “3” of the third effect symbol 2313 are respectively compared with the other effect symbols. You may make it display small.

  Further, in this embodiment, the speed of change when scrolling is displayed is constant, but when the short win finalizing effect symbol “1, 3, 5” is displayed, the short hit finalizing effect is displayed. When the symbols are displayed in the vicinity of the stop position in the center of the screen, the symbols may be scrolled at a high speed and displayed in a variable manner so that it is difficult to stop at the stop position.

(Handle lamp control processing)
Next, an example of a handle lamp control process performed by the lamp control unit 202c will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing a handle lamp control process performed by the lamp control unit 202c. In FIG. 24, the CPU 261 of the lamp control unit 202c determines whether or not a variable effect start command has been received (step S2401). The variation production start command is a command set in the production selection process of the production supervision unit 202a (see step S1608 in FIG. 16).

  When the change effect start command is not received (step S2401: No), the process is ended as it is. When the change effect start command is received (step S2401: Yes), the change effect start command is analyzed (step S2402). In the analysis of the change production start command, the production pattern such as whether or not it is a reach production is analyzed. And it is determined whether it is a jackpot presentation pattern as a result of the analysis of a change production start command (step S2403). If it is not a jackpot effect pattern (step S2403: No), the process is terminated as it is.

  When it is a big hit production pattern (step S2403: Yes), it is determined whether it is a long hit suggestion production pattern (step S2404). The long hit suggestion effect pattern is a variation pattern set in step S1612 of FIG. If it is the long hit suggestion effect pattern (step S2404: Yes), the handle lamp lighting data for performing the long hit suggestion effect by turning on the handle lamp 266 is set (step S2405), and the process is terminated.

  In step S2404, when it is not a long hit suggestion effect pattern (step S2404: No), a handle lamp lighting lottery is performed to determine whether or not to perform an effect suggesting a hit by turning on the handle lamp 266 (step S2406). In the handle lamp lighting lottery, for example, the lottery is performed at a ratio of about “1/50”. When the handle lamp lighting lottery is won (step S2407: Yes), the process proceeds to step S2405. When the handle lamp lighting lottery is not won (step S2407: No), the processing is ended as it is.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the variation of the special figure 1 that is not short hit occurs in the electric support game state, the non-winning suggestion effect is performed. Therefore, the player can play the game with peace of mind without making the player uneasy when the special figure 1 changes in the electric support game state.

  Also, in this embodiment, the non-winning suggestion effect is displayed as a display mode that suggests that the short win symbol is more difficult to stop than the normal display mode when the special figure 1 is not short hit in the electric support game state. I tried to do it. Specifically, “1, 3, 5” which is a short winning symbol is not variably displayed (see non-winning suggestion effect 2310 in FIG. 23). Thus, the player can know that there is no possibility that the short winning symbol will stop, and can play the game with peace of mind.

  As a modified example of changing the display mode, each of the short winning symbols “1, 3, 5” is displayed smaller than the other effect symbols, or when the short winning symbol is scroll-displayed near the stop position. May be scroll-displayed at high speed and displayed so that it is difficult to stop at the stop position. Even with such a configuration, it is found that the player is less likely to stop the short winning symbol, and the player's anxiety can be reduced.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a non-winning suggestion effect (see relief mark image 2315 in FIG. 23) for notifying that a short win is not won at the time of fluctuation of the special figure 1 that is not a short win in the electric support game state. I tried to do it. Thus, the player can know that there is no possibility that the short winning symbol will stop, and can play the game with peace of mind.

  Further, in the present embodiment, a long-hit suggestion effect that suggests that a long win is won is performed when the special figure 1 which is a long win in the electric support game state fluctuates. Specifically, a long-hit suggestion effect for turning on the handle lamp 266 is performed. Therefore, not only can the player play the game with peace of mind when the special figure 1 changes in the electric support game state, but also the player can be raised.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the non-winning suggestion effect is performed only when the irregular hit is not performed at the time of the fluctuation of the special figure 1 that is not short hit in the electric support game state. Therefore, it is possible to play a game with peace of mind only for a player who has not made an irregular hit.

100 Pachinko machine 105 First start port (first start area)
106 Second start port (second start region)
107 Electric Tulip 109 Grand Prize Exit (Variable Prize Exit)
201 Main control unit 211 CPU
213 RAM
202 Production control unit (production control means)
202a Production control unit 202b Image / sound control unit 202c Lamp control unit 241 CPU
242 ROM
243 RAM
251 CPU
252 ROM
253 RAM
301 Special game determination unit (special game determination means)
302 Fluctuation part (fluctuation means)
303 Setting section (setting means)
311 storage unit (storage means)
312 Production determination unit (production determination means)
313 Production execution unit (production execution means)
314 Detection unit (detection means)

Claims (2)

A first start area provided in a game area where a game ball can flow down, and through which the game ball can pass;
A second start area provided in the game area and operable in a first state in which game balls are difficult to pass and a second state in which game balls are easy to pass;
A first special game determination means for determining whether or not a special game advantageous to the player is performed when the game ball passes through the first start area;
A second special game determination means for determining whether or not to perform a special game advantageous to the player when the game ball passes through the second start area;
Based on the determination result by the first special game determination means or the second special game determination means, a predetermined symbol display means displays the symbols variably, and then the first special game determination means or the second special game determination. A symbol control means for stopping and displaying a determination symbol indicating a determination result by the means;
When it is determined by the first special game determination means or the second special game determination means that the special game is to be performed, the special control is executed after the determination symbol is stopped and displayed by the symbol control means. Game execution means;
Game state control means for controlling a game in either a normal game state in which the second start area is unlikely to operate in the second state or a specific game state in which the second start area is likely to operate in the second state;
An effect executing means for performing a game effect in a predetermined effect means during the symbol variation display by the symbol control means,
With
The first special game determination means is
With high probability than the probability of benefit degree is determined to perform the lower second special game for the second special game determination means game as compared to the first special play Ri by the user, the second special game It is determined that
The production execution means
When the game is controlled in the specific game state by the game state control means, and the second special game is not determined by the first special game determination means, the second special game is determined. game machine, characterized in that the Nau to put a non-winning suggested directing suggest that you have not won. It further comprises detection means for detecting irregular hits in which a game is played without game balls being launched at regular intervals,
The production execution means is when the second special game is not determined to be performed by the first special game determination means when the game is controlled in the specific game state by the game state control means. 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein when the irregular hit is not detected by the detection unit, the non-winning suggestion effect is performed.

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