JP5438370B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that changes symbols in a predetermined symbol arrangement with the start of a symbol variation game.

  Conventionally, in a pachinko machine that is a kind of gaming machine, a symbol variation game is performed by varying a plurality of types of symbols. In this symbol variation game, a game ball launched on the game board is triggered by the detection of a game ball winning by a winning detection means. Then, the player can recognize the winning or losing from the symbol combination derived and finally displayed by the symbol variation game.

  By the way, the types of hits in recent pachinko machines include high-precision specific hits in which the lottery probability state of the winning lottery is a high-probability lottery state and low-specific specified hits in which the lottery probability state of the winning lottery is a low-probability lottery state. There is. And, for example, in a pachinko machine that employs a number design of 1 to 10, an odd number design (hereinafter referred to as “specific design”) among all 10 types of design suggests winning of a specific hit. On the other hand, winning with a high-accuracy specific hit or a low-accuracy specific hit is suggested by an even-numbered symbol (hereinafter referred to as “non-specific symbol”).

  In the pachinko machine, the numerical symbols 1 to 10 are arranged in a predetermined order for each column, and the variation of the symbol is performed for each column. A predetermined symbol is sequentially displayed for each column in the visible display unit (display device), and a reach state or a hit state is formed by a combination of the symbols. However, the apparent probability that one symbol is displayed is one-tenth, and the apparent probability that a specific symbol is displayed is one-half, and these probabilities are always constant. Has been.

  Therefore, the player is playing the game with the expectation that the reach state or the hit state is formed by the specific symbol, but since the symbol is always displayed with a certain probability in the visible display part, the player's There was no interest in the game without any change in expectations. Therefore, a pachinko machine that can change the symbol arrangement has been proposed (see, for example, Patent Document 1). In the pachinko machine of Patent Document 1, for example, when a reach is formed, the ratio of specific symbols and non-specific symbols in each column is changed. Since the apparent probability that the symbol is displayed also changes, it is possible to make the player have a sense of expectation for a highly specific hit.

JP 2003-10449 A

  However, in the pachinko machine of Patent Document 1, when the proportion of the specific symbol in each column is large, the apparent probability of the high-accuracy specific hit based on the display of the specific symbol increases, but actually There is no change in the probability of being a highly specific hit. For this reason, since the increase in the number of specific symbols has nothing to do with the increase in the probability of being a highly accurate specific hit internally, the effect of changing the symbol arrangement described above is merely an apparent effect, The decline in the interest of the players could not be denied.

  The present invention has been made in view of such circumstances, and its purpose is to expect to win the apparent high-precision specific win and to win the internal high-precision specific win. It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that associates a sense of expectation and can change a sense of expectation that is won by a player with a certainty that is expected by a player from an apparent symbol arrangement.

In order to solve the above problems, the invention described in claim 1 is a display device that displays a symbol variation game that is performed by varying a plurality of symbols, and a winning lottery means that performs a lottery for winning or not winning. When a winning symbol that can be recognized in the symbol variation game is derived by winning the winning lottery, a winning game is performed after the symbol varying game is over, and the winning game is performed in the winning game. In a game machine in which a big winning opening that allows game balls to enter is opened, a winning seed determining means for determining the winning type when winning the winning lottery, and when winning the winning lottery The lottery for determining whether the lottery probability state of the winning lottery after the end of the winning game is a high-probability lottery state or a low-probability lottery state according to the winning type determined by the winning-type determining means Probability state determination means, symbol determination means for determining the type of symbol to be derived in the symbol variation game, and in the symbol variation game, the lottery probability state after the winning game is determined to be a high probability lottery state A specific symbol that can constitute a specific winning symbol that can be recognized, and a non-specific winning symbol that can recognize that the lottery probability state after the winning game is either a high probability lottery state or a low probability lottery state can be configured After setting, when array control means for variably displaying non-specific symbols at a predetermined variation display ratio, and array setting control for setting the variable display ratio of the specific symbols and the non-specific symbols by the array control means, are executed. and a storage means for storing the variable display ratio of said variable display ratio indicates a proportion of the non-specific symbols and the specific symbols to the total number symbols to be variably displayed, the per The types include a plurality of types of specific wins that open and close in the same open manner during the winning game, and the lottery probability state determination means determines the high probability lottery state for the specific wins. A specific win and a low probability specific win in which the lottery probability state determination means determines a low-probability lottery state are set, and when winning the winning lottery, a winning symbol is derived through a reach effect. When the high-accuracy specific hit is determined, the symbol determination means determines either the specific symbol or the non-specific symbol as a reach symbol forming a reach, while the low-accuracy specific hit Is determined as the reach symbol, and when the winning lottery is won, the variation display ratio stored in the storage means is referred to, and the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is determined. As the value increases, the specific symbol is determined with high probability as the reach symbol when the high-accuracy specific hit is determined. On the other hand, as the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols decreases, the high-accuracy specific The gist is to determine the non-specific symbol as the reach symbol with a high probability when the winning is determined.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine according to the first aspect, when the high-accuracy specific hit is determined and the specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol, the specific symbol determined by the determined specific symbol is used. It is informed during the symbol variation game that the winning symbol is won by forming a winning symbol, while the highly specific symbol is determined and the non-specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol. If the non-specific symbol is changed to the specific symbol until the symbol variation game is ended, or it is possible to notify that the highly specific specified winning is made during the winning game, When the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is high when the highly specific specific hit is determined, the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is low On the other hand, the specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol, and a specific hit symbol is formed with the determined specific symbol, so that the ratio of being notified that the highly specific hit is notified is high. When the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is low, the non-specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol compared to the case where the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is high. In addition, the gist is that the rate of notification that the highly specific specific winning is made until the symbol variation game ends or during the winning game is high.

According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine according to the first or second aspect, the lottery probability state is either a low-probability lottery state or a high-probability lottery state according to the gaming state after the end of the winning game. Even in such a case, there is provided an effect mode setting means for setting any one effect mode from a plurality of kinds of effect modes including the high-accuracy latent mode, and the effect mode setting means is finally used in the symbol variation game. When the derived winning symbol is a non-specific winning symbol, the high-accuracy latent mode is set as an effect mode after the winning game ends, and the arrangement control means sets the high-accuracy probability after the winning game ends. When shifting to the latent mode, the arrangement setting control is executed during the period from the start of the symbol variation game where the winning is determined until the next symbol variation game is started, and the lottery probability state is high. If a rate lottery state, as compared with the case lottery probability state is low probability lottery state, being adapted to increase the proportion of the specific symbols to the total number symbols to be variably displayed in said storage means, Among the symbols for the total number of symbols, information that can identify which symbol is the specific symbol and which symbol is the non-specific symbol is stored, and the variable display ratio is specified from the information It is possible, and the gist is that the symbol determining means determines the reach symbol with reference to the variable display ratio stored in the storage means during the high-accuracy latent mode.

  According to the present invention, an expectation to win an apparent high-accuracy specific hit is associated with an expectation to win an internal high-accuracy specific win, and the player can It is possible to change the sense of expectation that is won for each highly accurate specific expectation.

The front view which shows the machine surface side of a pachinko machine. The enlarged view which shows a game board. Explanatory drawing explaining the kind of jackpot. The block diagram which shows the electrical constitution of a pachinko gaming machine. Explanatory drawing explaining the kind of fluctuation pattern. The schematic diagram which shows a symbol arrangement | sequence. (A)-(d) is a schematic diagram which shows the various display images which concern on arrangement | positioning setting control. Explanatory drawing explaining an arrangement | sequence pattern determination table. Explanatory drawing explaining the kind of decoration drawing classified into a design group. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol group corresponding to the type of jackpot. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred in the case of the symbol arrangement | sequence which becomes three probability variation symbols. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred in the case of the symbol arrangement | sequence which becomes three probability variation symbols. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred in the case of the symbol arrangement | sequence which becomes five probability variation symbols. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred in the case of the symbol arrangement | sequence which becomes five probability variation symbols. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred in the case of the symbol arrangement | sequence which becomes seven probability variation symbols. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred in the case of the symbol arrangement | sequence which becomes seven probability variation symbols. Explanatory drawing explaining the symbol determination table referred at the time of a loss reach. Explanatory drawing explaining the reach appearance rate and jackpot expectation degree for each probability variation symbol and chance symbol. Explanatory drawing explaining the jackpot expectation degree for every symbol arrangement | sequence. Explanatory drawing explaining the left symbol determination table for pseudo | simulation 2 times. Explanatory drawing explaining the left symbol determination table for pseudo | simulation 3 times. Explanatory drawing explaining the left symbol determination table for pseudo | simulation 4 times.

Hereinafter, an embodiment in which the present invention is embodied in a pachinko gaming machine that is a kind of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS.
FIG. 1 schematically shows a pachinko gaming machine 10, and a vertical rectangular middle frame for setting various gaming components on the front side of the opening of an outer frame 11 that forms the outline of the machine body of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The front frame 14 is assembled to the front side of the middle frame 12 so as to be opened and closed and detachable. As shown in FIG. 1, the front frame 14 is assembled so as to overlap the middle frame 12 when the pachinko gaming machine 10 is viewed from the front side. For this reason, the middle frame 12 is disposed on the rear side of the front frame 14 and cannot be visually recognized from the front side of the machine. The front frame 14 has a window 14a at the center, and an upper plate (storage plate) 15 as a first storage plate that can store a game ball as a game medium of the pachinko gaming machine 10 is integrated below the window 14a. It is a molded configuration. On the back side of the front frame 14, a glass support frame (not shown) that protects the game board YB disposed inside the machine and supports the glass of a size that covers the window 14 a is assembled in a detachable and tiltable manner. . The game board YB is mounted on the middle frame 12. In addition, the front frame 14 includes an upper frame that constitutes an electrical display unit that produces a light emission effect by light emission (lighting or blinking) of a light-emitting body (lamp, LED, etc.) (not shown) so as to surround almost the entire circumference of the window 14a. A lamp portion 16a, a left frame lamp portion 16b, and a right frame lamp portion 16c are arranged. Each of the frame lamp portions 16a to 16c is configured by covering a plurality of light emitters mounted on the front surface of the front frame 14 with a lamp lens formed so as to be able to transmit light emitted from each light emitter.

  In the front frame 14, a left speaker 17 a and a right speaker 17 b are arranged at the upper left and right sides of the window 14 a to output various sounds and produce sound effects. The left speaker 17a and the right speaker 17b are mounted on the back surface of the front frame 14, and a plurality of sound emission holes are provided on the front surface of the front frame 14 and corresponding to the mounting portions of the left speaker 17a and the right speaker 17b. Is formed.

  A lower tray (storage tray) 18 serving as a second storage tray for storing game balls overflowing from the upper tray 15 is mounted on the front side of the middle frame 12 and at the lower portion of the front frame 14. In addition, on the front side of the middle frame 12 and to the right of the lower plate 18, a launch handle 19 for launching a game ball that is turned by the player when the game ball is launched on the game board YB is mounted. ing. In addition, a lower speaker 17 c that outputs various sounds and produces sound effects is disposed on the left side of the lower plate 18 in the front frame 14. The lower speaker 17 c is attached to the middle frame 12.

  The upper plate 15 is provided with a not-shown payout opening for game balls to be paid out from the inside of the machine on the left side, and a concave storage passage 15a for storing game balls held by the player is provided continuously. Furthermore, an upper plate intake port (not shown) for taking game balls in the storage passage 15a into the machine is provided on the right side. The game balls stored in the upper plate 15 are guided to the upper plate take-in port by the storage passage 15a, and are taken into the machine one by one through the upper plate take-in port, and launched toward the game board YB. Is done. The game ball that is launched toward the game board YB is set in terms of launch intensity according to the amount of rotation of the launch handle 19. The lower plate 18 is provided with an outlet 18a for a game ball overflowing from the upper plate 15, and a concave storage portion 18b for storing the game ball is connected to the outlet 18a for the game ball. Yes.

Next, the configuration of the game board YB will be described in detail with reference to FIG.
On the front surface of the game board YB, a guide rail 20 that guides a game ball launched by operating the launch handle 19 and forms a substantially circular game area H1 that is the main body of a pachinko game is laid in a circular spiral shape. Yes. With this guide rail 20, a game ball guide path 20 a extending from the lower left to the upper left of the game board YB is formed on the game board YB, and a game area H 1 is formed inside the guide rail 20. . Further, the outside of the game area H1, which is the front surface of the game board YB and outside the guide rail 20, is a non-game area H2 that is not directly involved in the pachinko game.

  A display frame body (center accessory) 21 with various displays and various decorations is mounted almost at the center (center) of the game area H1 of the game board YB. A set port 21a that opens in a horizontally long rectangle when viewed from the front is formed in the approximate center of the display frame 21. The display frame 21 has a liquid crystal display type image display unit GH in alignment with the set port 21a. An effect display device 22 is attached. The effect display device 22 includes a symbol variation game performed by varying a plurality of symbol sequences (three columns in this embodiment), and various display effects (game effects) executed in association with the game are images. It is displayed. In the present embodiment, in the symbol variation game of the effect display device 22, a symbol combination including a plurality of columns (three columns in the present embodiment) is derived. Note that the symbol variation game of the effect display device 22 is performed using decorative symbols (effect symbols) for diversifying display effects.

  As shown in FIG. 2, a 7-segment special-purpose display 23 is provided in the display frame 21 at the upper right of the image display unit GH. The special symbol display 23 performs a symbol variation game in which a plurality of types of symbols are varied and displayed. Then, in the symbol variation game, the special symbol display 23 displays a special symbol by varying a plurality of types of special symbols (hereinafter, sometimes referred to as “special symbols”) in one row. This special figure is a notification pattern indicating the result of an internal lottery such as whether or not a big hit.

  On the special symbol display 23, the symbol variation display is started simultaneously with the start of the symbol variation game, and the special symbol is confirmed and stopped simultaneously with the end of the game. In addition, the effect display device 22 starts the variable display of decorative symbols (hereinafter sometimes referred to as decorative drawings) at the same time as the start of the variable symbol game, and temporarily stops the decorative symbols in a swinging and variable state before the game ends. Then, at the same time as the end of the game, the decorative drawings in each column are displayed in a fixed stop state. “Fluctuation display” is a state in which the type of the symbol displayed in the display area defined in the indicator that displays the symbol is changing. “Temporary display” means that the symbol is shaken in the display area. This is a state displayed in a fluctuating state. The “definite stop display” is a state in which the symbols are fixed and stopped in the display area. In the special figure display 23 and the effect display device 22, the display effect relating to the symbol variation game and the symbol variation game is started at the same time and is ended at the same time (that is, the special symbol and the decoration drawing are confirmed and stopped at the same time).

  In the present embodiment, the special figure display 23 selects one special figure corresponding to the lottery result of the big hit lottery from a plurality of types of special figures, and the selected special figure is displayed when the symbol variation game ends. A fixed stop is displayed individually. The plurality of types of special symbols are classified into a jackpot symbol (corresponding to a jackpot display result) that can recognize a jackpot and one type of missing symbol that can recognize a miss. When the jackpot symbol is displayed, the player is awarded a jackpot game. The jackpot game of this embodiment will be described in detail later.

  In the present embodiment, the effect display device 22 has [1], [2], [3], [4], [5], [6], [7], [8], [ 9] is displayed as a decorative drawing. And in this embodiment, it is comprised with a large display area compared with the special figure indicator 23, and a decorative drawing is displayed much larger compared with a special figure. For this reason, the player can recognize the big hit or the loss from the symbol combination stopped and displayed on the effect display device 22. When the symbols of all the columns stopped and displayed on the effect display device 22 are the same symbol, the jackpot to which the jackpot game is given can be recognized from the symbol combination ([222] [777] or the like). The symbol combination that can recognize this jackpot is a jackpot symbol combination (big hit display result) by a decorative drawing. When the big hit symbol combination is displayed in a fixed stop state, the player is given a big hit game after the end of the symbol variation game. On the other hand, in the case where the symbols of all the columns displayed on the effect display device 22 are confirmed and stopped, or when the symbols of one column are different from the symbols of the other two columns, the symbol combination ([123] [122] [767] etc.) can be recognized. The symbol combination which can recognize this deviation becomes a symbol combination (outlier display result) of the deviation by the decorative drawing.

  Further, in the present embodiment, in each column in the effect display device 22, when the symbol variation game is started, the decorative drawing is variably displayed along a predetermined variation direction (vertical scroll direction). Then, when the symbol variation game starts (when the decorations in each column start to vary), the left column (left symbol) → the right column (right symbol) → the middle column (middle) as viewed from the player side in the effect display device 22 The decorative drawings are stopped and displayed in the order of symbols. When the left symbol and the right symbol that are stopped and displayed are the same symbol, the reach state can be recognized from the symbol combination ([↓] indicates that the symbol is changing, such as [1 ↓ 1]). In the reach state, among the plurality of columns, the decorative drawings of the specific columns (the left column and the right column in the present embodiment) are stopped and displayed in the same design, and the columns other than the specific columns (the middle column in the present embodiment) Is a state in which the decorative drawing is displayed in a variable manner. The symbol combination which can recognize this reach state becomes the symbol combination of the reach by the decorative drawing. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, after the start of the symbol variation game, the left column that first stops the decorative drawing becomes the first stop display column, and the right column that stops and displays the decorative drawing next. It becomes a 2nd stop display row | line | column, and also the middle row | line | column which stops and displays a decoration drawing finally becomes a 3rd stop display row | line | column.

  In addition, the effect display device 22 is configured to display a symbol combination corresponding to the display result of the special figure indicator 23. More specifically, the special symbol displayed on the special symbol display 23 and the symbol combination by the decorative graphic displayed on the effect display device 22 are associated with each other. The combination is displayed in a fixed stop correspondingly. For example, when the big hit symbol is confirmed and stopped on the special symbol display 23, the big hit symbol combination such as [222] or [444] is also confirmed and stopped on the effect display device 22. . Further, when the deviated symbols are displayed on the special symbol display 23 in a definite stop display, the deferred symbol combinations such as [121] and [345] are also deterministically stopped and displayed on the effect display device 22. . In addition, the symbol combination of the decorative drawing with respect to the special drawing is not necessarily one-to-one, and the symbol combination with one decorative drawing is selected from among the symbol combinations with a plurality of decorative drawings for one special drawing. Yes. As described above, in the effect display device 22 of the present embodiment, a display effect related to the symbol variation game (a symbol variation game in which symbols in three columns are variably displayed to display a combination of symbols) is performed. .

  Further, a general-purpose display 24 is disposed in the display frame 21 at the upper right of the image display unit GH and to the left of the special-purpose display 23. In the general symbol display 24, a symbol combination game (hereinafter referred to as a “general symbol game”) that derives one ordinary symbol by changing a plurality of types of ordinary symbols (hereinafter sometimes referred to as “general symbol”). Is sometimes displayed). In the present embodiment, the general-purpose display 24 covers a light-emitting body (such as an LED or a lamp) (not shown) with a lens cover (in FIG. 2, the surface is decorated with “circle” and “x”). And a plurality of (two in the present embodiment) ordinary symbol display units. In the general-purpose indicator 24, an internal lottery (winning lottery) of whether or not to make a hit separately from the big win lottery or not (whether or not the lower start winning opening 26 is opened by opening the opening and closing blades 27). The lottery result is displayed. Then, in the common figure display 24 of the present embodiment, when the winning is determined by the winning lottery, the winning symbol consisting of the usual figure in the ordinary drawing game is confirmed and stopped (in this embodiment, “○ (circle)”). The normal symbol display section on the side is turned on). On the other hand, when the shift is determined in the winning lottery, the symbol display 24 according to the present embodiment displays the stop symbol that is a regular symbol in the general diagram game as a fixed stop display (in this embodiment, “× (Batsu)”). The normal symbol display section on the side is turned on).

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, in the game area H <b> 1 below the front view of the display frame 21, a lower start having an upper start winning opening 25 having a game ball entrance 25 a and a game ball entrance 26 a. The winning openings 26 are arranged in the vertical direction. The upper start winning opening 25 is configured such that the entrance 25a is always open so as to allow entry of game balls at all times. On the other hand, the lower start winning opening 26 is an ordinary electric accessory, and includes an opening / closing blade 27 that opens and closes by the operation of the ordinary electric accessory solenoid SOL2 (shown in FIG. 4), and the opening / closing blade 27 opens. Thus, the entrance 26a is opened so as to allow entry of game balls.

  At the back of each of the upper start winning opening 25 and the lower start winning opening 26, start opening sensors SE1 and SE2 (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a game ball that has entered are disposed. The upper start winning opening 25 and the lower start winning opening 26 can give a start condition for the symbol variation game and a payout condition for a game ball as a predetermined number of winning balls by detecting the game balls that have entered. When the opening / closing blade 27 is opened, the lower start winning opening 26 is made in a state where the entrance is expanded and the game ball can easily enter, while when the opening / closing blade 27 is closed, the entrance ball is not expanded and It is difficult to enter the ball.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, below the lower start winning opening 26, a large winning opening apparatus 29 provided with a large winning opening door 28 that opens and closes by the operation of a large winning opening solenoid SOL1 (shown in FIG. 4). Is arranged. Behind the big prize opening device 29, a count sensor SE3 that detects a game ball that has entered is provided. When the big hit game is generated, the big prize opening device 29 is opened by the opening operation of the big prize opening door 28 so that the game ball can be entered, so that the player has a chance to obtain a large number of prize balls. Can be obtained. The jackpot game is given when the jackpot is determined by the internal lottery and the jackpot symbol (the jackpot display result) is confirmed and stopped in the symbol variation game.

  Further, in the display frame 21, on the upper right side of the image display unit GH, and on the left side of the special-purpose display 23, the number of stored reserved balls (hereinafter referred to as the symbol change game) stored in the machine (RAM 30c). The special figure hold display device Ra is provided for informing the number of symbol variation games that are on hold based on “special figure hold memory number”. The special figure holding memory number indicates the number of symbol variation games that are on hold (waiting for symbol variation games). Then, the special figure hold memory number is incremented by 1 when a game ball enters the start winning opening (upper start winning opening 25 and lower start winning opening 26), and is subtracted by 1 at the start of the symbol variation game. It has become. Accordingly, when a game ball enters the start winning opening during the symbol variation game, the special figure holding memory number is further added and accumulated up to a predetermined upper limit number (four in this embodiment). The special figure hold indicator Ra is composed of a plurality of (four in this embodiment) lamps, and notifies the player of the special figure hold memory number by lighting a number of lamps corresponding to the special figure hold memory number. .

  An operation gate 35 is disposed on the left side of the display frame 21. Further, a gate sensor SE4 (shown in FIG. 4) for detecting a winning (passing) game ball is provided behind the operation gate 35. The operation gate 35 can give the start condition for the usual game when the winning of the game ball is detected (passage detection). The usual game is an effect performed to derive a lottery result indicating whether or not the lower start winning opening 26 is opened (whether a game ball can be won in the lower starting winning opening 26). The lower start winning opening 26 is always in a closed state in which the entrance is closed by the opening and closing blades 27. In this closed state, the game ball cannot be won. On the other hand, in the lower start winning opening 26, when a game is given per usual figure, the lower starting winning opening 26 is opened by opening the opening and closing blades 27, and a game ball can be won. In other words, when a game per game is awarded, a game ball can be awarded to the lower start prize opening 26 by opening the opening / closing blade 27, so that the player can acquire the start condition and the prize ball of the symbol variation game. You can get a chance. Note that a game ball can always be awarded to the upper start winning opening 25 under the same conditions.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, in the display frame body 21, a general map holding display Rb is disposed on the upper right side of the image display unit GH and on the left side of the general map display 24. The normal symbol hold indicator Rb is a number of stored start balls stored in the machine (RAM 30c) (hereinafter referred to as “normal figure start hold memory number”). ), And the number of times of the normal game being held is notified by the display content of the normal symbol hold indicator Rb. The usual figure start reserved memory number is incremented by 1 (+1) when the game ball passes through the operation gate 35, and is decremented by 1 (-1) when the usual figure game is started. Then, when the game ball passes through the operation gate 35 during the usual game, the usual figure start reserved memory number is further added (+1) and accumulated up to a predetermined upper limit number (4 in this embodiment).

  In the present embodiment, the universal map hold indicator Rb is composed of a plurality (two) of light emitting means. In the present embodiment, when the usual figure start hold storage number is “1”, one light-emitting means is turned on and the other one light-emitting means is turned off. Moreover, in this embodiment, when the number of usual start-up reservations is “2”, both of the two light emitting means are lit. Further, in the present embodiment, when the number of usual start-up reservations is “3”, one light-emitting means blinks and the other one light-emitting means is lit. Further, in the present embodiment, when the normal-use start storage number is “4”, one light emitting unit blinks, and the other one light emitting unit blinks. With the general figure hold indicator Rb configured as described above, the player looks at the display contents of the general figure hold indicator Rb, and when the number of held normal figure games is reduced, the current normal figure is executed. I can recognize that.

  Further, in the display frame 21, on the upper right side of the image display unit GH, on the left side of the special figure holding display Ra, the number of round games constituting the jackpot game awarded by the jackpot won in the jackpot lottery is shown. A round notification device Rc for notification is provided. The round notification device Rc of this embodiment is composed of one light emitting means (round display lamp), and notifies “10 rounds” as the number of round games. In addition, a push button-type effect operation button BT that is allowed to be operated by the player during the game is provided in the approximate center of the front side of the upper plate 15.

  In addition, in the lowermost part of the game area H1 of the game board YB (below the big prize opening device 29), game balls that have been launched into the game area H1 and have not entered any of the prize openings are out balls. As shown in FIG. The game balls that have passed through the out ball opening 13 are discharged to an out ball tank (not shown) disposed in the installation facility (game island) of the pachinko gaming machine 10.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment has a probability variation (hereinafter referred to as “probability variation”) function. The probability variation function is based on the fact that the type of the jackpot symbol (special symbol) displayed as confirmed stop is a predetermined probability variation symbol. In this embodiment, this is a function for giving a probability change state (probability change state) that changes from 4/1597) to a high probability lottery state (36/1597 in this embodiment). In this embodiment, a jackpot to which a probability variation state is given after the jackpot game ends is a probability variation jackpot, and a jackpot to which a probability variation state is not imparted is a non-probability variation jackpot.

  Further, the probability variation state is given until the next big hit occurs. In this way, when a probability variation state is given, the probability of winning a big hit fluctuates with a high probability and it is easy for a jackpot to occur.Therefore, the probability variation state is advantageous to the player, and the player will become a probability variation big hit. Playing games while expecting.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment has a variable function that provides a variable time shortening (hereinafter referred to as “variable”) state. When the variable state is given, the fluctuation time of the ordinary game for deriving the lottery result of whether or not to open and close the opening / closing blade 27 is shortened, and the probability of hitting the ordinary game is increased from the normal probability to the high probability A fluctuating entrance rate improvement state is given as a privilege. In this improved entrance rate, the open / close blade 27 is opened and closed in an operation pattern different from that in the normal state when winning in the normal game.

  In other words, when the normal game is won in the normal state, the opening / closing blade 27 is opened once, and the open state is maintained until 0.3 seconds or 1.0 seconds have elapsed since opening. . On the other hand, when winning the normal game when the entrance rate is improved, the opening and closing blades 27 are opened three times, and the opened state is kept until 1.5 seconds have elapsed since the first opening. To maintain. That is, the opening / closing blade 27 is set so as to operate more advantageously for the player than the state in which the normal state is applied when the entrance rate improvement state is applied. Even before the specified time elapses after the opening, when the upper limit number of balls (for example, 10 balls) is entered, the opening / closing blade 27 is closed. Similarly, the opening / closing blade 27 is closed when the upper limit number (for example, 10 balls) of game balls has entered, even if it has not been opened a predetermined number of times. Further, the increased entrance rate state is given until a predetermined number of symbol variation games are executed, or until a big hit is generated before the number of games is reached. Note that the number of times the entry rate improvement state is given varies depending on the gaming state when winning the jackpot.

Next, the jackpot game defined in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of this embodiment will be described in detail based on FIG.
The big hit game is started after the big hit symbol is confirmed and stopped on the special symbol display 23 in the symbol variation game and the game ends. When the big hit game is started, an opening effect indicating the start of the big hit game is first performed. After the opening effect, the round game in which the special winning opening device 29 (the special winning entry door 28) is opened is performed a plurality of times with a predetermined number of rounds as the upper limit (10 rounds in the present embodiment). One round game is performed until the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened and closed once, and during the one round game, the special prize opening device 29 has a predetermined number (the maximum number of balls entered). ) Until the game ball wins or until the specified time (round game time) elapses. In round games, round effects are performed. Then, an ending effect indicating the end of the jackpot game is performed, and the jackpot game is ended.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, when the big hit lottery is won, one big hit is determined from the four types of big hits shown in FIG. 3, and the big hit game is given based on the determined big hit type. It has come to be. Which of the four types of big hits is determined is determined according to the type of special figure (big hit symbol) determined when the big hit lottery is won. In this embodiment, the jackpot symbols of a plurality of types of special symbols displayed on the special symbol display 23 are classified into four groups of symbol A, symbol B, symbol C, and symbol D as shown in FIG. .

  The jackpot game that is awarded when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol A is displayed on the special symbol display 23 has a specified number of rounds set to “10”, and is given a probable change state after the jackpot game ends. It is a 10-round jackpot game. In the following, the jackpot categorized as the symbol A is indicated as “normal 10R probability variation jackpot” and the jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol A is displayed on the special symbol display 23 is referred to as “normal 10R probability variation jackpot”. "Big hit game". Normally, in the 10R probability variation big hit game, the upper limit number of balls (specified number) for one round game is set to “9 balls”. Further, in the 10 round games in the normal 10R probability variation big hit game, it is set so that the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened “once” in each round game. In addition, in the normal 10R probability variation big hit game, regardless of the game state at the time of winning the big hit lottery, the probability variation state is given after the big hit game is finished and the entrance rate improvement state is given until the end of the probability variation state (no limit). It has become.

  In addition, in the normal 10R probable big hit game, “10 seconds” is set as the opening time, “25 seconds” is set as the round game time (specified time) of one round game, and “12 seconds” is set as the ending time. Yes. Each round game may be terminated when a maximum number of game balls are entered. For this reason, in the normal 10R probability variation big hit game, the round game time of one round game “25 seconds” is the maximum time. Although not shown in FIG. 3, the interval time between rounds (interval between rounds) in the normal 10R probability variation big hit game is set to “2.0 seconds”.

  The jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol B is displayed on the special symbol display 23 has the specified number of rounds set to “10”. In addition, the jackpot game is given a probability change state after the jackpot game ends, and the opening mode of the big prize opening device 29 in the round game of the sixth to tenth rounds is different from the opening mode of the normal 10R probability change jackpot game. It is a round jackpot game. In the following, the jackpot classified as the symbol B is referred to as “special 10R probability variation jackpot”, and the jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol B is displayed on the special symbol display 23 is referred to as “special 10R probability variation jackpot”. "Big hit game". In the special 10R probability variation big hit game, the upper limit number of balls (specified number) for one round game is set to “9 balls”. Further, in the special 10R probability variation big hit game, it is set so that the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened “once” in each round game. In addition, in the special 10R probability variation big hit game, regardless of the game state at the time of winning the big hit lottery, the probability change state is given after the big hit game ends and the entrance rate improvement state is given until the end of the probability change state. .

  In the special 10R probability variation big hit game, “10 seconds” is set as the opening time, and “12 seconds” is set as the ending time. In the round game of the sixth round to the tenth round in the special 10R probability variation big hit game, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is set to “1”, and the round game time is “ Each of “0.32 seconds” is set. On the other hand, in the round game of the 1st to 5th rounds in the special 10R probability variation big hit game, the number of times of opening of the grand prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is set to “1” respectively, and the round game time “25 seconds” is set for each.

  Note that the round game time of each round game is the maximum time because each round game may end when the upper limit number of game balls enter. However, the round game time after the sixth round (0.32 seconds) is such that, in one round game, the number of game balls entering the grand prize opening device 29 does not satisfy the upper limit number of balls entered. The time is set. Incidentally, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, since the number of game balls fired per minute is set to approximately “100 balls”, the time required to launch one game ball is “0.6 seconds”. . That is, in the round game of the 10th round to the 10th round of the special 10R probability variation big hit game, within the round game time (0.32 seconds), the game ball of “9 balls” which is the upper limit number of balls to be launched, It is virtually impossible to enter. Although not shown in FIG. 3, the interval time between rounds in the special 10R probability variation big hit game is set to “2.0 seconds”.

  In the jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as symbol C is displayed on the special symbol display 23, the prescribed number of rounds is set to “10”. In addition, the jackpot game is given a probability change state after the jackpot game ends, and the opening mode of the big prize opening device 29 in the round game of the sixth to tenth rounds is different from the opening mode of the normal 10R probability change jackpot game. It is a round jackpot game. In addition, in the jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol C is displayed on the special symbol display 23, a probable change state is given after the jackpot game is finished regardless of the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot lottery. The Further, in the big hit game given when the big hit symbol classified as the symbol C is displayed on the special symbol display 23, the symbol variation of the predetermined number of times (60 times in this embodiment) from the end of the big hit game. The entrance rate improvement state is given until the game is over. Hereinafter, the jackpot classified as the symbol C is indicated as “10R probability variation concealment concealment jackpot”, and the jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol C is displayed on the special symbol display 23 is referred to as “10R probability concealment concealment”. "Big hit game". In the 10R probability variation concealment big hit game, the upper limit number of balls (specified number) for one round game is set to “9 balls”. Further, in the 10R probability variable concealment big hit game, it is set so that the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened “once” in each round game.

  Further, in the 10R probability variable concealment big hit game, “10 seconds” is set as the opening time, and “12 seconds” is set as the ending time. In the round game of the sixth round to the tenth round in the 10R probability variable concealment big hit game, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is set to “1”, and the round game time is “ Each of “0.32 seconds” is set. On the other hand, in the round game of the 1st to 5th rounds in the 10R probability variable concealment jackpot game, the number of times of opening the grand prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is set to “1”, and the round game time “25 seconds” is set for each.

  As a result, in the 10R probability variable concealment jackpot game, the opening mode of the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 of each round game is the same as that of the special 10R probability variable big hit game. In addition, in the 10R probability variation concealment big hit game, as in the special 10R probability variation big hit game, in the round game after the sixth round, the game ball of “9 balls” that will be the upper limit number of balls entered within the round game time (0.32 seconds). It is virtually impossible to launch and enter the ball. Although not shown in FIG. 3, the interval time between rounds in the 10R probability-changing concealment jackpot game is set to “2.0 seconds”.

  The jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol classified as the symbol D is displayed on the special symbol display 23 has a specified number of rounds set to “10” and gives a probable change state after the jackpot game ends. No (giving a non-probability change state) 10 rounds jackpot game. In the following, the jackpot categorized as symbol D is indicated as “10R non-probable big hit” and the jackpot game given when the jackpot symbol categorized as symbol D is displayed on the special symbol display 23 is designated as “10R non-probable change jackpot”. "Big hit game". In the 10R non-probability big hit game, the opening mode of the big winning opening device 29 in the round game of the sixth round to the tenth round is different from the opening mode of the normal 10R probability changing big hit game. In addition, in the 10R non-probability big hit game, the upper limit number of balls (specified number) for one round game is set to “9 balls”. Further, in 10 round games in the 10R non-probability big hit game, it is set so that the big prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is opened “once” in each round game. Also, in the 10R non-probable big hit game, regardless of the game state at the time of winning the big hit lottery, the probable state is not given after the big hit game ends, and a predetermined number of times (60 times in this embodiment) is set as the upper limit number. An improved entrance rate is given.

  In the 10R non-probable big hit game, “10 seconds” is set as the opening time, and “12 seconds” is set as the ending time. In the round game of the sixth to tenth rounds in the 10R non-probable big hit game, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is set to “1”, and the round game time is “ Each of “0.32 seconds” is set. On the other hand, in the round game of the 1st to 5th rounds in the 10R non-probable big hit game, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening device 29 (the big prize opening door 28) is set to “1”, and the round game time “25 seconds” is set for each.

  As a result, in the 10R non-probability big hit game, the opening mode of the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 of each round game is the same as that of the special 10R probability variable big hit game and the 10R probability variable secret big hit game. In addition, in the 10R non-probable big hit game, the opening state of the big winning opening door 28 of each round game and the number of symbol variation games to which the improved entrance rate is given are the same as in the 10R probable secret big hit game. That is, the 10R non-probable big hit game and the 10R probable secret big hit game look exactly the same. For this reason, when comparing the 10R probability variation concealment big hit game and the 10R non-probability variation big hit game, the 10R probability variation concealment big hit game to which the probability variation state is given is more advantageous to the player than the 10R non-probability big hit game. The pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment is provided with a 10R probability variation concealment big hit game and a 10R non-probability big hit game in which the end condition of the entrance rate improvement state is set to the same condition, and the probability change after the big hit based on these big hits. The game nature which makes a player guess whether a state is provided (whether it is a high probability lottery state) is created. In the present embodiment, the normal 10R probability variation jackpot game, the special 10R probability variation jackpot game, and the 10R probability variation secret jackpot game may be collectively referred to as “probability variation jackpot game”.

  Note that the round game time of each round game is the maximum time because each round game may end when the upper limit number of game balls enter. Although not shown in FIG. 3, the interval time between rounds in the 10R non-probable big hit game is set to “2.0 seconds”.

  In addition, the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment configured as described above has a variation cycle (variation effect) that is performed once from a symbol variation start to a symbol variation stop multiple times in one symbol variation game. The continuous notice effect (pseudo continuous notice effect (pseudo-continuous)) that is continuously executed can be executed. Note that the continuous notice effect is expressed as an effect only by the effect display device 22 in one symbol variation game performed by the effect display device 22 and the special figure display device 23. One symbol variation game is started by the start of variation of symbols (special symbols and decorations), and is terminated when the symbol is confirmed and stopped after the variation of symbols is stopped. This one-time symbol variation game is executed in correspondence with one starting and holding ball. In other words, a single symbol variation game with a continuous notice effect is expressed in a pseudo manner as if a symbol variation game is being performed multiple times continuously in internal control. It is done. And the possibility of whether or not the jackpot display result (hit jackpot symbol) is displayed in the one symbol changing game accompanied by the continuous notice effect according to the present embodiment depends on the number of executions of the changing cycle constituting the game. It is configured as follows. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, when the big hit lottery is won, the symbol fluctuation game is played with a continuous notice effect with a larger number of executions of the variable cycle than when the big hit lottery is not won. It is easy to break.

  Further, the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment is configured to be able to execute a re-lottery effect (re-variation effect) and a jackpot promotion effect (notification effect). The re-lottery effect and the jackpot promotion effect are both effects that are made to allow the player to recognize the type of jackpot determined when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery. ing. In the present embodiment, the effect display device 22 serves as a notification unit.

  The re-lottery effect is an effect performed during the effect execution time during the symbol variation game performed on the effect display device 22. In this re-drawing effect, a temporary jackpot symbol (a symbol combination based on a decorative symbol) is temporarily stopped and displayed in a symbol variation game, and then a big hit symbol (a symbol combination based on a decorative symbol) that is finally confirmed and stopped is derived. Performed in a production manner. Specifically, after temporarily displaying [222] as a temporary jackpot symbol, each symbol row is changed again, and finally [777] is derived as a jackpot symbol that is finally stopped and displayed. According to the re-lottery effect, even if the jackpot symbol derived in the symbol variation game performed on the effect display device 22 is a jackpot symbol that cannot recognize the “normal 10R probability variation jackpot”, “normal 10R probability variation jackpot” is recognized. It is possible to make the player have an expectation that a possible jackpot symbol is derived, that is, an expectation to be promoted to an advantageous jackpot. In the present embodiment, the re-lottery effect is positioned as a promotion effect because the player has a sense of expectation that the type of jackpot will be promoted to “normal 10R probability variation jackpot”. In addition, the re-lottery effect is not performed in a mode in which the recognized jackpot type is demoted, such as the jackpot symbol [777] to the jackpot symbol [666], and the above-described mode in which the jackpot type is promoted and the jackpot This is done in any of the ways in which the type does not change. In this embodiment, when winning a normal 10R probability variation jackpot and a special 10R probability variation jackpot, there are cases where the jackpot symbol is promoted through a re-lottery effect and there are cases where the symbol is not promoted.

  On the other hand, the jackpot promotion effect is an effect that is performed during the jackpot game. In the present embodiment, the promotion effect during the jackpot is normally won for the 10R probability variation jackpot, and the symbol that can be definitely recognized that the symbol change game of the effect display device 22 is usually won for the 10R probability variation jackpot (in the present embodiment, [777] ]) Is executed when the fixed stop display is not displayed. On the other hand, if one of the special 10R probability variation jackpots, 10R probability variation concealment jackpots, or 10R non-probability variation jackpots are won, it will be confirmed that the 10R probability variation jackpot is normally won in the symbol display game of the effect display device 22. The jackpot symbol other than the symbol to be obtained ([777] in the present embodiment) is always executed in accordance with the fixed stop display. The jackpot promotion effect is an effect performed to make the player recognize the type of jackpot (usually 10R probability variable jackpot) determined when winning the jackpot in the jackpot lottery.

  In the present embodiment, the jackpot promotion effect is to display a “mini game” on the effect display device 22 during the first to fifth rounds, and derive a result of the mini game, that is, a “success” result. Is performed in such a manner that the player is informed that “normal 10R probability change big hit” is won. In the present embodiment, the result of “failure” is derived when one of “special 10R probability variation jackpot”, “10R probability variation concealment jackpot”, and “10R non-probability variation jackpot” is won. For this reason, if a result of “failure” is derived in the promotion effect during the big hit, the game is still selected as “Special 10R Probable Big Hit”, “10R Probable Secret Big Win”, or “10R Non-probable Big Win” It will be in the state which is not alert | reported to the person. According to the jackpot promotion promotion effect, even if the jackpot symbol of the decoration figure that was finally derived in the symbol variation game is a jackpot symbol with an uncertain probability variation that cannot recognize “normal 10R probability variation jackpot”, In addition, the player can have an expectation informing that the player has won the “normal 10R probable big hit”, that is, an expectation to be promoted to an advantageous big hit. In this embodiment, the jackpot promotion effect is positioned as a promotion effect because the player has a sense of expectation that the type of jackpot will be promoted to “normal 10R probability variation jackpot”.

Next, the control configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 10 will be described with reference to FIG.
A main control board 30 that controls the entire pachinko gaming machine 10 is mounted on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 10. The main control board 30 executes various processes for controlling the entire pachinko gaming machine 10, performs arithmetic processing on various control signals (control commands) for controlling the game according to the processing results, and outputs the control signals. (Control command) is output. In addition, an overall control board 31, a display control board 32, a lamp control board 33, and a sound control board 34 are mounted on the rear side of the machine. The overall control board 31 comprehensively controls the display control board 32, the lamp control board 33, and the sound control board 34 based on the control signal (control command) output from the main control board 30. The display control board 32 controls the display mode (display images of symbols, backgrounds, characters, etc.) of the effect display device 22 based on control signals (control commands) output from the main control board 30 and the overall control board 31. The lamp control board 33 controls the light emission modes (lighting (flashing) / lighting off timing, etc.) of the various lamp units 16a to 16c based on control signals (control commands) output from the main control board 30 and the overall control board 31. To do. The audio control board 34 is based on the control signals (control commands) output from the main control board 30 and the overall control board 31 and the audio output modes (timing of audio output, etc.) of the various speakers 17a to 17c as audio output means. To control.

Hereinafter, specific configurations of the main control board 30, the overall control board 31, and the display control board 32 will be described.
The main control board 30 is provided with a main CPU 30a. A ROM 30b and a RAM 30c are connected to the main CPU 30a. An upper start port sensor SE1, a lower start port sensor SE2, a count sensor SE3, and a gate sensor SE4 are connected to the main CPU 30a. The main CPU 30a is connected with a special figure indicator 23, a general figure indicator 24, a special figure hold indicator Ra, a universal figure hold indicator Rb, and a round notification device Rc. The main CPU 30a is connected to a special winning opening solenoid SOL1 and a normal electric accessory solenoid SOL2. Further, the main CPU 30a updates the values of various random numbers such as jackpot determination random numbers every predetermined cycle, stores (sets) the updated values in the setting area of the RAM 30c, and rewrites the values before the update.

  The ROM 30b stores a main control program for controlling the entire pachinko gaming machine 10. The ROM 30b stores a plurality of types of variation patterns. The variation pattern is a game effect (display effect, light emission) from when the symbol (special symbol and decoration) starts to change (the symbol variation game starts) until the symbol is stopped (the symbol variation game ends). This shows a pattern serving as a base for production and voice production. In other words, the variation pattern can specify the effect content and the effect time (the change time) of the symbol change game from when the special figure starts to change until the special figure is confirmed and stopped.

  As shown in FIG. 5, the variation patterns include variation patterns P3, P5, P7, and P8 for jackpot effects that are selected when the jackpot game corresponding to the symbols A to D is determined. Further, the variation patterns include variation patterns P1, P2, P4, and P6 for off-line effects that are selected in the case of a loss that has not won the big hit lottery. In the variation pattern for the offending effect, a reach is formed, and after reaching the reach effect, the variation pattern P2, P4, P6 for the outlier reach effect is finally set as a deviation without forming the reach. There is a variation pattern P1 for a loss effect.

  The jackpot effect performed based on the variation patterns P3, P5, P7, and P8 is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game finally reaches the symbol combination of the jackpot through the reach effect. The outlier reach effect is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game undergoes the reach effect, and finally displays the combination of symbols that are out of place. The outlier effect is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game finally displays the symbol combination of the outage without being subjected to the reach effect. The reach effect is an effect that is performed in the symbol variation game by the decorative display on the effect display device 22 after the reach symbol combination is formed, until the jackpot symbol combination or the outlier symbol combination is derived. .

Hereinafter, each variation pattern P1 to P8 will be described in detail.
The variation pattern P1 is a pattern in which a symbol variation is derived without forming a reach state in a symbol variation game consisting of one variation cycle, and the symbol variation game is terminated. The variation patterns P2 and P3 are patterns that perform reach production by forming a reach state in a symbol variation game consisting of one variation cycle.

  The variation patterns P4 and P5 are patterns in which a continuous announcement effect is executed twice in a symbol variation game consisting of two variation cycles, and a reach state is formed in the second variation cycle to perform a reach effect. In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P4 and P5, a symbol is derived in the first variation cycle.

  The variation patterns P6 and P7 are patterns in which a three-time continuous notice effect is executed in a symbol variation game including three variation cycles, and a reach state is formed in the third variation cycle to perform a reach effect. In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 and P7, the symbol is derived in each of the first and second variation cycles. The variation pattern P8 is a pattern in which four continuous notice effects are executed in a symbol variation game including four variation cycles, and a reach state is formed in the fourth variation cycle to perform reach effects. In the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P8, the symbol is derived in each variation cycle of the first time, the second time, and the third time. The variation pattern P8 is a variation pattern for a big hit effect in which the big hit symbol is finally displayed in a fixed stop state. In the present embodiment, the continuous notice effect (4 times) is always executed when the variation pattern P8 is selected.

  In the present embodiment, the expectation of big hit is set higher in the order of no reach (1 time) <with reach (1 time) <pseudo sequence 2 times <pseudo sequence 3 times <pseudo sequence 4 times. The big hit expectation degree indicates the magnitude of the possibility that the symbol variation game will be a big hit. The jackpot expectation can be increased by increasing the rate of appearance in the case of a big hit with respect to the total appearance rate that is the sum of the rate of occurrence in the case of a loss and the rate of occurrence in the case of a big win.

  In the present embodiment, the effect based on the variation pattern P8 (four consecutive notice effects) appears only in the case of a big hit. That is, the effect based on the variation pattern P8 is a confirmed effect in which the big hit is fixed. On the other hand, the effects based on the fluctuation patterns P2 to P7 can appear in both cases of a loss and a big hit. And in this embodiment, the setting which raises a jackpot expectation degree is performed in order with the large number of times of execution of a continuous notice effect (it increases the appearance rate in the case of a big hit, or decreases the appearance rate in the case of a loss).

  In addition, the jackpot determination value is stored in the ROM 30b. The jackpot determination value is a determination value used in the internal lottery for determining whether or not the jackpot is reached, and is determined from numerical values (a total of 1,597 integers from 0 to 1596) that the jackpot determination random number can take. The number of jackpot determination values differs depending on whether or not the probability variation state is given. The number of jackpot determination values in the probability variation state (36 in this embodiment) is the jackpot determination value in the normal state. Is set to be larger than the number (four in this embodiment). The RAM 30c stores a big hit determination random number used when determining the big hit. In the present embodiment, the big hit determination random number is acquired when a game ball has won the upper start winning opening 25 or the lower starting winning opening 26.

  The RAM 30c stores special figure distribution random numbers used when determining the type of special figure that becomes a big hit symbol when the big hit is determined. Each special figure is assigned a predetermined number of special figure distribution random numbers, and the main CPU 30a, when determining the big hit (when the big hit determination is affirmative), the big hit based on the acquired special figure distribution random number Determine the design. The special CPU distribution random number is set so that the main CPU 30a can take a numerical value within a predetermined numerical value range (in the present embodiment, all 100 kinds of integers from “0” to “99”) at predetermined intervals. The value is updated by adding 1 to the value (every 4 ms). Then, the main CPU 30a stores the updated values in the RAM 30c as special figure distribution random number values, and sequentially updates the special figure distribution random number values by rewriting the already stored special figure distribution random number values. It is supposed to be. In the present embodiment, the special figure distribution random numbers are acquired when the game ball has won the upper start winning opening 25 or the lower starting winning opening 26. And the jackpot symbol determined based on the special symbol distribution random number is classified into the group of symbols AD. Also, at the time of determination of the loss (when the big hit determination is negative), the symbol is determined from one type of loss symbol.

  The RAM 30c stores various information (such as various random number values) that can be appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10. In addition, the RAM 30c stores a random number for assigning a common figure used for determining a type of a common figure that will be a winning symbol when the ordinary game is won.

  The ROM 30b stores a normal hit determination value. The normal hit determination value is a determination value used in the internal lottery to determine whether or not the normal hit, and is determined from the numerical values (a total of 241 integers from 0 to 240) that the normal hit determination random number can take. Note that the number of normal hit determination values varies depending on whether or not the entrance rate improvement state is given, and the number of normal hit determination values when the entrance rate improvement state is assigned (this embodiment) 240) is set to be larger than the number of normal hit determination values in the normal state (50 in this embodiment). The RAM 30c stores a random number for normal hit determination used at the time of normal hit determination. In the present embodiment, the normal hit determination random number is acquired when the game ball passes through the operation gate 35.

Next, the overall control board 31 will be described with reference to FIG.
The overall control board 31 is provided with an overall CPU 31a. A ROM 31b and a RAM 31c are connected to the overall CPU 31a. In addition, a production operation button BT is connected to the overall CPU 31a, and an operation signal from the production operation button BT is input. The operation signal is a signal output by the effect operation button BT every time the effect operation button BT is operated. The overall CPU 31a updates various random number values at predetermined intervals, stores (sets) the updated values in the setting area of the RAM 31c, and rewrites the values before the update. The ROM 31b stores an overall control program for comprehensively controlling the display control board 32, the lamp control board 33, and the sound control board 34. When the general CPU 31a inputs various control commands, the general CPU 31a executes various controls based on the general control program.

Next, the display control board 32 will be described with reference to FIG.
The display control board 32 is provided with a sub CPU 32a. A ROM 32b and a RAM 32c are connected to the sub CPU 32a. An effect display device 22 is connected to the display control board 32 (sub CPU 32a). The ROM 32b stores a display control program for controlling the display content of the effect display device 22. The ROM 32b stores various image data (image data such as symbols, various background images, characters, characters, etc.). The RAM 32c stores (sets) various information that can be appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 10.

Next, various processes such as a winning process and a variation pattern determination process executed by the main CPU 30a based on the main control program will be described.
When the main CPU 30a of the main control board 30 enters a game ball into the upper start winning opening 25 or the lower start winning opening 26 and inputs a detection signal output from the start opening sensors SE1 and SE2 that detect the game ball, the RAM 30c is input. It is determined whether or not the stored storage number is less than the upper limit number (4 in the present embodiment).

  If the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative (holding memory count <4), the main CPU 30a adds 1 (+1) to the holding memory count and rewrites the holding memory count. Further, when the main CPU 30a makes an affirmative determination of the hold determination, the main CPU 30a acquires the value of the big hit determination random number and the value of the special figure distribution random number from the RAM 30c, associates the value with the hold storage number, and stores the predetermined value in the RAM 30c. Store in the storage area. When the determination result of the hold determination is negative (holding memory number = 4), the main CPU 30a does not rewrite the holding memory number exceeding the upper limit number, and also determines the value of the big hit determination random number and the special figure distribution random number. Do not get value.

  Then, immediately before the start of the symbol variation game, the main CPU 30a reads the jackpot determination random number value stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 30c in association with the reserved storage number, and the read jackpot determination random number value and the ROM 30b. Is compared with the jackpot determination value stored in the table, and whether or not the jackpot is hit is determined (hit lottery). In the jackpot determination, the main CPU 30a compares the jackpot determination value for low probability with the value of the random number for jackpot determination when the gaming state is the normal state, and when the gaming state is the probability change state, The jackpot determination value for probability is compared with the value of the random number for jackpot determination.

  When the determination result of the big hit determination is affirmative (the value of the random number for big hit determination matches the big hit determination value), the main CPU 30a determines the big hit. Specifically, the main CPU 30a determines a jackpot symbol (special symbol) to be confirmed and stopped in the symbol variation game based on the value of the special symbol distribution random number. Since the special symbol distribution random numbers are allocated to the symbols A to D by a predetermined number, the main CPU 30a determines the jackpot symbols (special symbols) classified into the symbols A to D based on the values of the special symbol distribution random numbers. Will be determined. Further, the main CPU 30a that has determined the big hit identifies the type of the big hit game from the determined final stop symbol, selects one fluctuation pattern from the fluctuation patterns for the big hit effect corresponding to the specified big hit game, and decides (In this embodiment, variation patterns P3, P5, P7, P8).

  The main CPU 30a having determined the special figure and the variation pattern outputs a predetermined control command to the overall control board 31 (overall CPU 31a) at a predetermined timing. Specifically, the main CPU 30a first outputs a variation pattern designation command for instructing the variation pattern and instructing the start of the symbol variation game. At the same time, the main CPU 30a starts measuring the effect time of the symbol variation game. Next, the main CPU 30a outputs a special symbol designation command for instructing a special symbol. Then, the main CPU 30a outputs an all symbol stop command for instructing the end of the symbol variation game (determination of symbol determination) when the variation time set in the instructed variation pattern has elapsed. Further, the main CPU 30a subtracts 1 (-1) from the reserved memory number at the start of the symbol variation game, and rewrites the reserved memory number. And main CPU30a controls the display content of the special figure display H0 with the start of a symbol change game. That is, the main CPU 30a starts the variation of the special figure by the start of the symbol variation game, and confirms and stops the special symbol (big hit symbol or off symbol) determined when the variation time set in the determined variation pattern has elapsed. Let

Next, as the control content executed by the main control board 30, the control content related to the execution of the big hit game will be described.
When determining the big hit, the main CPU 30a starts the control of the big hit game when the big hit is reached after the end of the symbol variation game based on the determined fluctuation pattern, and controls the central control board 31 (the central CPU 31a) with a predetermined amount. A control command is output at a predetermined timing. Hereinafter, the control contents executed by the main CPU 30a will be described for each of the 10R probability variation jackpot games, the special 10R probability variation jackpot game, the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot game, and the 10R non-probability variation jackpot game.

  First, control when a normal 10R probability variation big hit game is awarded will be described. When the symbol variation game ends, the main CPU 30a outputs an opening command and starts measuring the opening time (10 seconds). Next, when the opening time has elapsed, the main CPU 30a outputs a round command corresponding to the first round in order to start the first round game, and starts measuring the round game time (max 25 seconds). Output an open signal. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened with the start of the first round game. The main CPU 30a outputs a closing signal when the end condition is satisfied in the first round game. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is closed with the end of the first round game.

  The main CPU 30a having finished the round game of the first round, in order to start the round game of the second round, the interval time (2.0 seconds) of the interval between rounds set between the first round and the second round ), A round command corresponding to the second round is output. Then, when the end condition is satisfied in the second round game, the main CPU 30a similarly ends the second round game. Thereafter, similarly, the main CPU 30a controls the third to tenth round games. When the round game of the tenth round is completed, the main CPU 30a outputs an ending command after the lapse of the interval time (2.0 seconds) and starts measuring the ending time (12 seconds). Then, the main CPU 30a ends the big hit game after the ending time has elapsed. Then, the main CPU 30a sets (clears) the big hit flag to “0”.

  At that time, when the 10R probability variation big hit game is granted, the main CPU 30a sets “1” in the probability variation flag indicating that the probability variation state is imparted and also indicates that the entry rate improvement state is imparted. Set the operation flag to “1”. When “1” is set in the probability variation flag, it indicates that the probability variation state is assigned, and when “0” is set, it indicates that the probability variation state is not imparted. ing. Similarly, when the operation flag is set to “1”, it indicates that the entrance rate improvement state is given, and when “0” is set, the entrance rate improvement state is set. Indicates that it has not been granted. Each flag is stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 30c. Each flag is cleared (“0” is set) when a big hit game is awarded.

Next, the control when a special 10R probability variable big hit game, 10R probability variable concealed big hit game, and 10R non-probable big hit game will be described.
When the symbol variation game ends, the main CPU 30a outputs an opening command and starts measuring the opening time (10 seconds). Next, when the opening time has elapsed, the main CPU 30a outputs a round command corresponding to the first round in order to start the first round game, and starts measuring the round game time (max 25 seconds). Output an open signal. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened with the start of the first round game. The main CPU 30a outputs a closing signal when the end condition is satisfied in the first round game. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is closed with the end of the first round game.

  The main CPU 30a having finished the round game of the first round, in order to start the round game of the second round, the interval time (2.0 seconds) of the interval between rounds set between the first round and the second round ), A round command corresponding to the second round is output. Then, when the end condition is satisfied in the second round game, the main CPU 30a similarly ends the second round game. Thereafter, similarly, the main CPU 30a controls the third to fifth round games.

  Next, when the round game of the fifth round ends, the main CPU 30a finishes the sixth round after the interval time (2.0 seconds) of the interval between rounds set between the fifth and sixth rounds has elapsed. In order to start a round game, a round command corresponding to the sixth round is output. At the same time, the main CPU 30a starts measuring the round game time (max 0.32 seconds), and further outputs a release signal. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is opened with the start of the sixth round game. The main CPU 30a outputs a closing signal when the end condition is satisfied in the sixth round game. Thereby, in the pachinko gaming machine 10, the big prize opening door 28 of the big prize opening device 29 is closed with the end of the sixth round game.

  The main CPU 30a having finished the round game of the sixth round, in order to start the round game of the seventh round, the interval time (2.0 seconds) of the interval between rounds set between the sixth round and the seventh round ), A round command corresponding to the seventh round is output. When the end condition is satisfied in the seventh round game, the main CPU 30a similarly ends the seventh round game. Thereafter, similarly, the main CPU 30a controls the round games of the eighth round to the tenth round. When the round game of the tenth round is completed, the main CPU 30a outputs an ending command after the lapse of the interval time (2.0 seconds) and starts measuring the ending time (12 seconds). After the ending time has elapsed, the main CPU 30a ends the big hit game. The main CPU 30a sets (clears) the big hit flag to [0].

  At the same time, the main CPU 30a sets “1” for the probability variation flag and “1” for the operation flag when the special 10R probability variation big hit game is given.

  Further, when the 10R probability variation concealment big hit game is given, the main CPU 30a sets the probability variation flag to “1” and sets the operation flag to “1”. Further, the main CPU 30a sets the number of operations to 60 when the 10R probability variable concealment big hit game is given. Further, when a 10R non-probability big hit game is awarded, the main CPU 30a sets “0” in the probability change flag (not set “1”) and sets “1” in the operation flag. Further, the main CPU 30a sets the number of operations to 60 when the 10R non-probable big hit game is awarded. The number of times that the entrance rate improvement state is given is decremented by 1 every time the symbol variation game is executed, and when the value becomes 0, the operation flag is cleared (“0” is set). In addition, during the normal 10R probability variable big hit game, during the special 10R probability variable big hit game, during the 10R probability variable secret big hit game, and during the 10R non-probable big hit game, the round notification device Rc sets “10 rounds” as the number of round games. Control to turn on the round display lamp for notification.

  In addition, in the normal 10R probability variation jackpot game, the special 10R probability variation jackpot game, the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot game, and the 10R non-probability variation jackpot game, the opening modes of the first prize winning door 28 in the first to fifth rounds are the same. . For this reason, when the confirmed stop symbol in the symbol variation game becomes a non-deterministic symbol that cannot be recognized as a probable variation big hit, which jackpot is determined from the opening mode of the big winning opening door 28 from the first to fifth rounds. Cannot recognize whether it is a game.

  In addition, the special 10R probability variation jackpot game, the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot game, and the 10R non-probability variation jackpot game are opened in the same manner as the open doors 28 in the sixth to tenth rounds. For this reason, from the sixth round onward, it is not possible to recognize which jackpot game is based on the open state of the grand prize winning door 28.

In the present embodiment, the main CPU 30a functions as a winning lottery means, a winning seed determining means, a lottery probability state determining means, and a reach determining means.
Next, various processes executed by the overall CPU 31a of the overall control board 31 based on the overall control program will be described. When a predetermined control command is input from the main CPU 30a at a predetermined timing, the overall CPU 31a executes various processes according to the input and outputs a predetermined control command at a predetermined timing.

  For example, the overall CPU 31a sets the production mode based on various control commands. In the effect mode, a normal mode that is set when the entrance rate improvement state and the probability change state are not given, and a probability change state that is set when the entrance rate improvement state is assigned are given. There is a probability variation latency mode (high probability latency mode) that suggests a possibility. Further, the effect mode is set when the entrance rate improvement state and the probability variation state are given, and can be shifted only when the player is definitely informed that the probability variation state is imparted. There is a certain probability change confirmation mode. In the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, the “normal mode” and the “probability variation latent mode” are modes in which both the probability variation state and the non-probability variation state are possible, and the “probability variation confirmation mode” is a mode in which the probability variation state is confirmed. Positioned. The general CPU 31a normally sets the probability variation confirmation mode when the 10R probability variation big hit game ends. In addition, when the special 10R probability variation big hit game ends, the general CPU 31a determines whether the probability change state is given until the big hit game ends, and either the probability variation confirmation mode or the probability variation latent mode is determined. Is set. Further, the overall CPU 31a sets the probability variation latent mode when the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot game or the 10R non-probability variation jackpot ends. The general CPU 31a is configured to set the normal mode when the entrance rate improvement state is completed during the probability variation latent mode by winning either the 10R probability variation concealment big hit or the 10R non-probability big hit. In addition, when either the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot or the 10R non-probability variation jackpot is won during the probability variation latency mode, the general CPU 31a is again shifted to the probability variation latency mode.

  In the probability variation confirmation mode and the probability variation latency mode, a suggestion effect is executed that suggests to the player whether or not the lottery probability state of the big hit lottery is a high probability lottery state. More specifically, when setting the certainty change confirmation mode, the general CPU 31a outputs an effect mode designation command for instructing the fact to the sub CPU 32a of the display control board 32, so that the effect display device 22 performs the certainty change confirmation effect. Is displayed. The probability change confirmation effect is performed by displaying a character image such as “in probability change”, for example, and is configured with content that allows the player to definitely recognize that the player is in a state of probability change. In addition, when setting the probability variation latency mode, the overall CPU 31a outputs an effect mode designation command to that effect to the sub CPU 32a of the display control board 32, whereby the effect display device 22 displays the probability variation latency effect. The probability variation latent effect is performed by displaying a character image such as “during chance time”, for example, and is configured with content that the player cannot definitely recognize whether or not the probability variation state is present. In the present embodiment, the overall CPU 31a functions as an effect mode setting unit.

  Further, when the central CPU 31a inputs a variation pattern designation command, the overall CPU 31a outputs the variation pattern designation command to each of the control boards 32-34. Further, when the general CPU 31a inputs the variation pattern designation command and the special symbol designation command, the general CPU 31a displays the effect display device 22 on the basis of the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command and the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command. The symbol combination by the decorative drawing to be confirmed and stopped is determined. Then, the overall CPU 31a outputs to the display control board 32 a decorative symbol designation command that designates a symbol combination as the determined symbol. Specifically, the overall CPU 31a designates a decorative pattern to be derived in the left column, a left decorative symbol designation command for designating a decorative pattern to be derived in the left column, a right decorative symbol designating command in which a decorative pattern to be derived in the right column is designated, and a decorative pattern to be derived in the middle column. Are output to the display control board 32 in the order of the decorative design designation commands. In addition, when the re-lottery effect is executed, the overall CPU 31a determines a symbol combination based on a decorative drawing that is temporarily stopped and displayed on the effect display device 22. Then, the overall CPU 31a outputs a temporary symbol designation command for designating a symbol combination as the determined temporary stop symbol to the display control board 32. In this case, in the last variation cycle, a reach symbol is formed with the same symbol as the temporary stop symbol. In addition, when the overall CPU 31a inputs an all symbols stop command, the overall CPU 31a outputs the command to the display control board 32. Further, when the big hit symbol is designated as the final stop symbol, the general CPU 31a determines the specific contents of the big hit game based on the type of the big hit game corresponding to the big hit symbol, and assigns each control board 32-34 to each control board 32-34. The specific contents of the determined jackpot game are instructed.

  Further, when the general CPU 31a inputs an opening command, a round command, and an ending command, the general CPU 31a outputs the opening command, the round command, and the ending command to the control boards 32 to 34, respectively. In addition, when it is time to execute the jackpot promotion effect (at the start of a predetermined round game), the general CPU 31a displays an effect instruction command for instructing execution of the jackpot promotion effect on the display control board 32, the lamp control board 33, and the voice. Output to the control board 34. In addition, the general CPU 31a detects that the production operation button BT has been pressed by inputting an operation signal from the production operation button BT. Then, the overall CPU 31a that has detected the pressing operation of the effect operation button BT outputs a button operation command indicating that the button has been operated to each of the control boards 32-34.

Next, the display control board 32 will be described.
When the sub CPU 32a of the display control board 32 inputs the change pattern designation command, the effect display device 22 selects an effect content corresponding to the change pattern instructed by the command and causes the symbol change game to be executed with the effect content. Controls the display content of. At this time, the sub CPU 32a generates display data for displaying an image in accordance with the effect content using the image data in the ROM 32b based on the selected effect content.

  Then, the sub CPU 32a measures the elapsed time from the start of the game with the start of the symbol variation game, and displays an image displayed on the effect display device 22 based on the measured time and display data for a predetermined control cycle. Switch every (for example, every 4 ms). Then, the sub CPU 32a controls the display content of the effect display device 22 so as to cause the effect display device 22 to display the symbol designated by the decoration symbol designation command when the all symbol stop command is input during the symbol variation game. End the symbol variation game.

  Further, the sub CPU 32a normally executes the opening effect, each round effect, and the ending effect based on the opening command, the round command, and the ending command output from the overall control board 31 when the 10R probability variation big hit game is given. .

  In addition, the sub CPU 32a is based on the opening command, round command, and ending command output from the overall control board 31 when a special 10R probability variation jackpot game, 10R probability variation secret jackpot game, or 10R non-probability variation jackpot game is given. The opening effect, each round effect, and the ending effect are executed. At this time, the sub CPU 32a performs the performance with the same performance contents so that it does not know which of the special 10R probability variation big hit game, 10R probability variation secret big hit game, and 10R non-probability big hit game is given. Let it run. As a result, the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment sets the open state of the big prize opening device 29 when the confirmed stop symbol in the symbol variation game becomes a non-deterministic symbol that cannot be recognized as a probability variation big hit. In addition, it is impossible to recognize which jackpot is awarded from the contents of the presentation during the jackpot game.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when shifting to the probability variation latent mode by winning a specific jackpot, during the ending effect, a specific symbol sequence (all columns in this embodiment) is displayed on the effect display device 22. The arrangement setting control for setting the variable display ratio of the probability variation symbol and the chance symbol is executed. Then, by suggesting the lottery probability state by the symbol arrangement, an internal expectation that the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state and the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state. It has come to relate a sense of expectation. In the present embodiment, the special 10R probability variation big hit, the 10R probability variation secret big hit, and the 10R non-probable big hit are specific hits. Furthermore, the special 10R probability variation big hit and the 10R probability variation concealment big hit become the high probability specific hit, while the 10R non-probability big hit becomes the low probability specific hit.

In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, a plurality of types (three types in the present embodiment) of symbol arrays are set by the array setting control.
In the present embodiment, during the normal mode and the probability variation confirmation mode, the jackpot symbol combination (specific hits) that can definitely recognize that [3], [5], [7] will be in a high probability lottery state. It is set as a specific symbol that can constitute a symbol). On the other hand, the jackpot symbol that can recognize that [1], [2], [4], [6], [8], [9] will be either the high probability lottery state or the low probability lottery state. It is set as a non-specific symbol that can constitute a combination (non-specific per symbol). In the following description, a specific symbol is indicated as a probability variation symbol, and a non-specific symbol is indicated as a chance symbol.

  Specifically, [3], [5], and [7] are probable variables, while [1], [2], [4], [6], [8], and [9] are chance symbols. A first symbol array is set. In addition, [1], [3], [5], [7], [9] are probability variation symbols, while [2], [4], [6], [8] are chance symbols. Two symbol arrays are set. Further, a third symbol array is set in which [1] to [3], [5], and [7] to [9] are probability variation symbols, while [4] and [6] are chance symbols. Yes.

  Then, the arrangement setting control may have won a special 10R probability variable jackpot when winning either the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot or 10R non-probability variation jackpot, or through a promotion effect (a redrawing effect or a promotion effect during the jackpot). When not notified, arrangement setting control is executed in the image display unit GH in the following flow. In the following description, the re-lottery effect and the jackpot promotion effect may be collectively referred to as “promotion effect”.

  First, during the ending effect, a plurality of cards (three in the present embodiment) of cards (3 in this embodiment) on which the types of symbols that become probable variations and the types of symbols that become chance symbols are described in the image display unit GH (FIG. 7A). (Refer to FIG. 7 (b)). Then, any one of the reversed cards is selected within a preset operation valid period by the player's button operation (see FIG. 7B). Then, when the production operation button BT is operated within the operation valid period, or when the operation valid period elapses without the production operation button BT being operated (see FIG. 7C), Based on the contents described in the turned card, the symbol variation game in the probability variation latent mode is executed (see FIG. 7D).

  Hereinafter, the array setting control executed by the overall CPU 31a will be described in detail. In the present embodiment, the overall CPU 31a that executes the array setting control described below functions as an array control unit. The overall CPU 31a functions as a symbol determination unit, a reach symbol determination unit, and a notification determination unit. The ROM 31b that stores the array pattern functions as an array pattern storage unit. Further, the RAM 31c that stores the changed display ratio after setting functions as a storage unit.

  When the general CPU 31a inputs a special symbol designating command for designating either 10R probability variation concealment jackpot or 10R non-probability jackpot, the overall CPU 31a determines a chance symbol as a confirmed stop symbol. When these jackpots are determined, the promotion effect during the jackpot is executed, but since it is informed that the “normal 10R probability variation jackpot” is not won in the effect, the central CPU 31a executes the arrangement setting control. To decide. Further, if the overall CPU 31a has won the special 10R probability variation jackpot, but determines that the jackpot is not notified by the promotion effect, the overall CPU 31a determines to execute the array setting control. The overall CPU 31a that has decided to execute the arrangement setting control determines the symbol arrangement with reference to the arrangement pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8 based on the type of the special symbol designation command that is input at the start of the ending effect.

  FIG. 8 is a table that is referred to when the overall CPU 31a determines the symbol arrangement, and the table is stored in the ROM 31b. In the arrangement pattern determination table (FIG. 8), when any of special 10R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation secret big hit, and 10R non-probable big hit is designated, the variation display ratio of the probability variation symbol and the chance symbol (symbol arrangement) The random number values are distributed so that the array pattern Y provided for determining the () can be selected. The array pattern Y includes an array pattern Y1 that designates the first symbol array (3 probability variation symbols), an array pattern Y2 that designates the second symbol array (5 probability variation symbols), and a third symbol array ( An array pattern Y3 designating 7 probability variation symbols) is set. In the present embodiment, the array pattern Y3 is a specific array pattern.

  In the array pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8, the random numbers are distributed so that the probability of selecting the array pattern Y1 increases in the order of special 10R probability variation big hit <10R probability variation secret big hit <10R non-probability big hit. In FIG. 8, the distribution mode is indicated as “small” for the special 10R probability variation big hit, “medium” for the 10R probability variation concealment big hit, and “large” for the 10R non-probable big hit. In addition, the random number values are distributed substantially evenly so that the probability of selecting the array pattern Y2 is approximately the same in the special 10R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation concealment big hit, and 10R non-probability big hit. Furthermore, the random numbers are distributed so that the probability of selecting the array pattern Y3 increases in the order of 10R non-probable big hit <10R probable secret big hit <special 10R probable big hit. In FIG. 8, the distribution mode is indicated as “large” for the special 10R probability variation jackpot, “medium” for the 10R probability variation concealment jackpot, and “small” for the 10R non-probability variation jackpot.

  With such a distribution, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, when the lottery probability state after the big hit game is the high probability lottery state, the lottery probability state after the big hit game is the low probability lottery state. Compared to the case, the probability of selecting the array patterns Y2 and Y3 set with a larger number of probability variation symbols than in the normal mode is higher. By arranging such an arrangement, it is easy for the player to understand that if there are many probable symbols, the probability of a high-probability lottery state is high. You can appeal.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, the breakdown of the big hit when it becomes a big hit with the chance symbol and is not promoted to the normal 10R positive change big hit by the end of the big hit game is a special 10R positive change big hit <10R positive change secret big hit. It is set so as to increase in the order of <10R non-probable big hit. Due to such a breakdown, the selection rate of the array pattern when the lottery probability state is the low probability lottery state increases in the order of array pattern Y3 <array pattern Y2 <array pattern Y1, but the lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state. In this case, the array pattern selection rate increases in the order of array pattern Y1 <array pattern Y2 <array pattern Y3. Therefore, when the arrangement pattern Y3 is selected, in addition to the low selection rate of the arrangement pattern Y3, the arrangement pattern Y3 is won by the special 10R probability variation big hit and 10R probability variation secret big hit than when the 10R non-probable big hit is won. It is easy to be selected when doing. As a result, if the number of probability variation symbols is increased to 7 in the image display unit GH, it can be expected that the current lottery probability state is a high probability lottery state. Yes.

  Then, the overall CPU 31a that has determined the arrangement pattern based on the designated jackpot type outputs an arrangement pattern designation command for designating the decided arrangement pattern to the display control board 32. Further, the overall CPU 31a stores information (such as a flag) specifying the selected arrangement pattern in the RAM 31c.

  The general CPU 31a inputs a special symbol designation command for designating a normal 10R probability variation jackpot, and even if the chance symbol is determined as a confirmed stop symbol, it is notified that the “normal 10R probability variation jackpot” is won. It is like that. For this reason, the general CPU 31a normally wins the 10R probability variation jackpot and does not execute the arrangement setting control even if the chance symbol is determined as the confirmed stop symbol.

  Moreover, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 9, the decorative drawings from [1] to [9] are symbol groups GA to GE as selection groups corresponding to a plurality of types of jackpots. They are classified into five groups. Specifically, [7] is classified into the symbol group GA, while [3] and [5] are classified into the symbol group GB. [1] and [9] are classified into the symbol group GC, while [2] and [8] are classified into the symbol group GD. In addition, [4] and [6] are classified into the symbol group GE.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, the selectable symbol groups are set differently depending on the type of the final stop symbol (big hit symbol) designated by the special symbol designation command and the current symbol arrangement ( (See FIG. 10).

First, a symbol group selection mode in the case where the current arrangement pattern is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols) will be described with reference to FIG.
When the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol A (normally 10R probability variation big hit), the general CPU 31a selects any one of the symbol groups GA to GE as shown in FIG. Select a jackpot symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped from the selected group. In the present embodiment, the symbol group GA is normally selected only when the 10R probability variable big win is won. Therefore, when the symbol combination of [777] is displayed in a fixed stop state, the normal 10R probability variable big hit game is given. You can recognize that. In addition, when the general CPU 31a selects any one of the symbol groups GB to GE, the one of the two decorative drawings classified into the selected group has a probability of 1/2. It comes to decide in.

  Further, when the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol B (special 10R probability variation big hit), the general CPU 31a selects any one of symbol groups GB to GE as shown in FIG. A group is selected, and the jackpot symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped from the selected group is determined. In the present embodiment, the symbol group GB is selected only when either the normal 10R probability variation big hit or the special 10R probability variation big hit is won, so the symbol combination of [333] or [555] is displayed in a fixed stop state. In this case, it can be recognized that a probability variable jackpot game including a 10R probability variable jackpot game is usually given. In addition, when the 10R probability variation big hit is usually won, it is notified that the big hit is won in the promotion effect during the big hit.

  If the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol C (10R probability variable concealment big hit) or symbol D (10R non-probable big hit), the general CPU 31a, as shown in FIG. One group is selected from GC to GE. Then, the overall CPU 31a determines a jackpot symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped from the selected group. Note that the symbol group GC is set such that the selected ratio is higher when the final stop symbol is symbols A to C than when the final stop symbol is symbol D. Therefore, when the symbol combination of [111] or [999] is displayed in a fixed stop state, the probability that the probability variation big hit game is given is higher than the 10R non-probability big hit game. In the symbol group GD, the proportion of the symbol group GD selected when the final stop symbol is the symbol A to C is lower than the proportion of the symbol group GC selected when the final stop symbol is the symbol A to C. It is set to be. Accordingly, when the symbol combination of [222] or [888] is displayed in a fixed stop state, it can be expected that the probability variation big hit game is given rather than the 10R non-probability big hit game, but [111] ] Or [999] symbol combination is less likely to be given than the case where the fixed stop display is displayed. Further, the symbol group GE is set so that the selected ratio is higher when the final stop symbol is the symbol D than when the final stop symbol is the symbols A to C. Therefore, when the symbol combination of [444] or [666] is displayed as a fixed stop, there is a higher probability that a 10R non-probable big hit game will be awarded than a probable big hit game.

  As a result, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the symbol combination GE <symbol group GD <symbol group GC <symbol group GB <symbol group GA in the order of symbol group GE <symbol group GB <symbol group GA is a combination of jackpot symbols. When the fixed stop is displayed, the profit that the player can acquire is set to be high.

Next, a setting mode of a symbol group when the current arrangement pattern is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y2 (5 probability variation symbols) will be described.
The overall CPU 31a is a symbol array based on the case where the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol A (normally 10R probability variation big hit), and the current symbol array is based on the array pattern Y2 (five probability variation symbols). In some cases, any one group is selected from the symbol groups GA to GE. Then, the overall CPU 31a determines a jackpot symbol combination from the selected group. In this case, since the symbol group GA is normally selected only when the winning combination of 10R probability variation is won, it is recognized that the symbol combination of [777] is normally given a 10R probability variation big winning game when the fixed combination is displayed. Can do.

  The overall CPU 31a selects any one of the symbol groups GB to GE when the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol B (special 10R probability variation big hit). Then, the overall CPU 31a determines a jackpot symbol combination from the selected group. In this case, since the symbol groups GB and GC are selected only when either the normal 10R probability variation big hit or the special 10R probability variation big hit is won, the symbols [111], [333], [555], or [999] are selected. When the combination is displayed as a fixed stop, it can be recognized that a probability variable big hit game including a 10R probability variable big hit game is usually given. However, the symbol group GC is set so that the ratio selected when the final stop symbol is symbol B is higher than when the final stop symbol is symbol A. Therefore, when the symbol combination of [111] or [999] is displayed in a fixed stop state, the probability that a special 10R probability variation big hit game is given is higher than the normal 10R probability variation big hit game.

  The overall CPU 31a selects the symbol group GD or the symbol group GE when the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is the symbol C (10R probability variable concealment big hit) or the symbol D (10R non-probable big hit). Then, the jackpot symbol combination is determined from the selected group. Note that the symbol group GD is set so that the selected ratio is higher when the final stop symbol is symbols A to C than when the final stop symbol is symbol D. Therefore, when the symbol combination [222] or [888] is displayed in a fixed stop state, the probability that a probability variation big hit game is awarded is higher than that of the 10R non-probability big hit game. In the symbol group GE, the selection ratio is set to be higher when the final stop symbol is the symbol D than when the final stop symbol is the symbols A to C. Therefore, when the symbol combination of [444] or [666] is displayed as a fixed stop, there is a higher probability that a 10R non-probable big hit game will be awarded than a probable big hit game.

  As a result, when the current symbol array is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y2 (5 probability variation symbols), the symbol group GE <symbol group GD <symbol group GC <symbol group GB <symbol group GA is added to these groups in this order. When the winning combination of symbols is displayed on the decoration to be classified, the profit that the player can obtain is set to be high. Then, it is advantageous to the player when the symbol combination classified into the symbol group GC is displayed in a fixed stop state, compared to the case where the current symbol arrangement is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols). There is a high probability that a big hit game (normal 10R probability variable big hit game and special 10R probability variable big hit game) will be awarded.

Next, a setting mode of a symbol group in the case where the current arrangement pattern is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y3 (seven probability variation symbols) will be described.
The overall CPU 31a is a symbol array based on the case where the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol A (normally 10R probability variation big hit), and the current symbol array is based on the array pattern Y3 (seven probability variation symbols). In some cases, any one group is selected from the symbol groups GA to GE. Then, the overall CPU 31a determines a jackpot symbol combination from the selected group. In this case, since the symbol group GA is normally selected only when the winning combination of 10R probability variation is won, it is recognized that the symbol combination of [777] is normally given a 10R probability variation big winning game when the fixed combination is displayed. Can do.

  The overall CPU 31a selects and selects one of the symbol groups GB to GE when the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol B (special 10R probability variation big hit). The jackpot symbol combination is determined from the group. In this case, since the symbol groups GB to GD are selected only when either the normal 10R probability variation big hit or the special 10R probability variation big hit is won, [111] to [333], [555], [888], or [ 999] can be recognized that the probability variation big hit game including the 10R probability variation big hit game is usually given. However, the symbol group GC is set so that the ratio selected when the final stop symbol is symbol B is higher than when the final stop symbol is symbol A. Furthermore, the symbol group GD is set to be lower than the probability that the symbol group GC is selected when the final stop symbol is symbol A. Therefore, when the symbol combination of [111] or [999] is displayed in a fixed stop state, the probability that the special 10R probability variation big hit game is given is higher than the normal 10R probability variation big hit game. Furthermore, when the symbol combination of [222] or [888] is displayed in a fixed stop state, the symbol combination of [111] or [999] is usually compared to a case where a symbol combination of 10R probability change big hit game is displayed. Thus, the probability that a special 10R probability variation big hit game is awarded is high.

  The overall CPU 31a selects the symbol group GE when the final stop symbol designated by the special symbol designation command is symbol C (10R probability variable concealment big hit) or symbol D (10R non-probable big hit). Determine the symbol combination.

  As a result, when the current symbol arrangement is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y3 (seven probable symbols), the symbol group GE <the symbol group GD <the symbol group GC <the symbol group GB <the symbol group GA is added to these groups in this order. When the winning combination of symbols is displayed on the decoration to be classified, the profit that the player can obtain is set to be high. When the current symbol array is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y3 (seven probable symbols), the current symbol array is based on the array pattern Y1 (three probable symbols) or the array pattern Y2 (5 probable symbols). Compared to the case of the symbol arrangement, when the combination of symbols classified into the symbol groups GC and GD is displayed in a fixed stop, the big hit game (usually 10R probability variable big hit game and special 10R probability variable big hit game) advantageous to the player The probability of being granted is high.

Then, the overall CPU 31a executes control related to the execution of the symbol variation game based on the current symbol array during the probability variation latent mode.
First, the overall CPU 31a reads information (such as a flag) indicating the current symbol arrangement from the RAM 31c during the probability variation latent mode. Then, the overall CPU 31a performs the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 11 to FIG. 16 based on the jackpot type designated by the input special symbol designation command and the information (flag etc.) indicating the current symbol arrangement in the probability variation latent mode. One of them is selected. Then, the overall CPU 31a determines a jackpot symbol combination and a temporary jackpot symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped from the selected symbol determination table.

  FIG. 11 and FIG. 12 are tables that the overall CPU 31a refers to when the symbol arrangement in the probability variation latency mode is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols) and wins a big hit. On the other hand, FIG. 13 and FIG. 14 are tables that the general CPU 31a refers to when the symbol arrangement in the probability variation latency mode is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y2 (five probability variation symbols) and wins a big hit. . 15 and 16 are tables that are referred to when the overall CPU 31a wins a big hit when the symbol array in the probability variation latency mode is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y3 (seven probability variation symbols). The symbol determination tables shown in FIGS. 11 to 16 are stored in the ROM 31b.

  When the current symbol array is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols) and the special 10R probability variation big hit is specified, the overall CPU 31a determines whether the confirmed big hit symbol is a probability variation symbol. Or the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 11 or 12 is selected. Specifically, the overall CPU 31a selects the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 11 when deriving the probability variation symbol, while selecting the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12 when deriving the chance symbol. . The overall CPU 31a selects the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12 when the current symbol array is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y1 and the 10R probability variable concealment jackpot is designated.

  In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 11, either [3] or [5] is selected as the fixed stop symbol. When [3] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, any one of [1] to [4], [6], [8], and [9] can be selected as the temporary stop symbol. Random values are distributed. In this case, symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GC ([1] and [9]) <symbol group GB ([3]) In this order, random numbers are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbols classified into these symbol groups increases. When [5] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, any one of [1], [2], [4] to [6], [8], and [9] can be selected as the temporary stop symbol. Random numbers are distributed so that In this case, symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GC ([1] and [9]) <symbol group GB ([5]) In this order, random numbers are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbols classified into these symbol groups increases.

  When the symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols) is formed by such distribution, and when the big hit symbol that is won in the special 10R probability variation big hit and is confirmed and stopped is formed with the probability variation symbol, the symbol group GB A decisive big hit symbol is formed with the symbols classified into (1). Further, the temporary stop symbol (temporary jackpot symbol) derived before execution of the re-lottery effect is a symbol classified as a group (symbol group GC to GE) that is more disadvantageous to the player than the symbol group GB or a confirmed jackpot symbol. It is designed to have the same design. Therefore, when a probable variation symbol other than “7” is determined as the confirmed jackpot symbol, a temporary stop symbol formed with a symbol other than “7” is derived, and then a final lottery effect (“3”). Or “5”) is derived. After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12, any one of [1], [2], [4], [6], [8], and [9] is selected as the fixed stop symbol. In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12, the temporary stop symbol is the same symbol as the symbol determined as the fixed stop symbol. In this case, the symbol groups GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GC ([1] and [9]) are classified into these symbol groups in this order. The random number values are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbol to be processed is high. Although not shown here, the same symbol as the symbol set in the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 12 is selected in the symbol determination table selected when the 10R non-probable big hit is won. However, in the symbol determination table selected when the 10R non-probable big hit is won, the symbol group GC ([1] and [9]) <the symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <the symbol group GE ([[ 4] and [6]), random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of symbols classified into these symbol groups increases.

  When the symbol pattern based on the array pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols) is formed by such distribution, when the big winning symbol for winning the special 10R probability variation big hit and displaying the fixed stop is formed with the chance symbol, Among the set symbols, a definite big hit symbol is formed. Furthermore, the temporary stop symbol is the same symbol as the jackpot symbol to be confirmed and displayed. Therefore, when the chance symbol is determined as the confirmed jackpot symbol, the temporary stop symbol formed with the chance symbol is derived, and then the same final bonus symbol (chance symbol) as the temporary stop symbol is derived through the redrawing effect. The After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 13, any one of [1], [3], [5], and [9] is selected as the fixed stop symbol. Then, when [1] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GC ( In the order of [1]), random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of the symbols classified into these symbol groups increases. When [3] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GB ( In the order of [3]), random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of symbols classified into these symbol groups increases. When [5] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GB ( In the order of [5]), random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of the symbols classified into these symbol groups increases. Further, when [9] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GC ( In the order of [9]), random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of the symbols classified into these symbol groups increases.

  When the symbol pattern based on the array pattern Y2 (5 probability variation symbols) is formed by such distribution, when the big hit symbol which is won in the special 10R probability variation big hit and displayed to be confirmed and stopped is formed with the probability variation symbol, the symbol group GB Alternatively, a definite jackpot symbol is formed with symbols classified into the symbol group GC. Furthermore, the temporary stop symbol derived before the execution of the re-lottery effect is the same symbol as the symbol classified into the symbol group (symbol group GD, GE) that is more disadvantageous to the player than the selected symbol group or the fixed stop symbol. It is supposed to be formed. Therefore, when a probable variation symbol other than “7” is determined as the confirmed jackpot symbol, a temporary stop symbol formed with a symbol other than “7” is derived, and then a final lottery effect (“1”). “3” “5” “9”) is derived. After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 14, any one of [2], [4], [6], and [8] is selected as the fixed stop symbol. Further, in the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 14, the temporary stop symbol is the same symbol as the symbol determined as the fixed stop symbol. In this case, in order of the symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <the symbol group GD ([2] and [8]), the random value is set so that the selection probability of the symbols classified into these symbol groups increases. Is distributed. Although not shown here, the same symbol as the symbol set in the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 14 is selected in the symbol determination table selected when the 10R non-probable big hit is won. However, in the symbol determination table selected when winning 10R non-probable big hit, these symbols are in the order of symbol group GD ([2] and [8]) <symbol group GE ([4] and [6]). Random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of symbols classified into groups is increased.

  As a result of such distribution, when the symbol pattern based on the array pattern Y2 (5 probability variation symbols) is formed with a chance symbol when the special 10R probability variation big hit and the big hit symbol to be confirmed and stopped are formed with the chance symbol, Among the set symbols, a definite big hit symbol is formed. Furthermore, the temporary stop symbol is the same symbol as the jackpot symbol to be confirmed and displayed. Therefore, when the chance symbol is determined as the confirmed jackpot symbol, the temporary stop symbol formed with the chance symbol is derived, and then the same final bonus symbol (chance symbol) as the temporary stop symbol is derived through the redrawing effect. The After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 15, any one of [1] to [3], [5], [8], and [9] is selected as the fixed stop symbol. When [1] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol is classified into these symbol groups in the order of symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GC ([1]). The random number values are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbol to be processed is high. When [2] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol is classified into these symbol groups in the order of symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([2]). The random number values are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbol to be processed is high. When [3] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol is classified into these symbol groups in the order of group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GB ([3]). Random numbers are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbols to be selected is high. If [5] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol is classified into these symbol groups in the order of symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GB ([5]). The random number values are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbol to be processed is high. When [8] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol is classified into these symbol groups in the order of symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GD ([8]). The random number values are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbol to be processed is high. Further, when [9] is determined as the fixed stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol is classified into these symbol groups in the order of symbol group GE ([4] and [6]) <symbol group GC ([9]). The random number values are distributed so that the selection probability of the symbol to be processed is high.

  When the symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y3 (seven probability variation symbols) is formed by such distribution, when the big hit symbol which is won in the special 10R probability variation big hit and displayed to be confirmed and stopped is formed with the probability variation symbol, the symbol group GB A definite big hit symbol is formed with symbols classified as GD. Further, the temporary stop symbol derived before the execution of the re-drawing effect is formed with the same symbol as the symbol group (symbol group GE) or the confirmed stop symbol which is more disadvantageous to the player than the selected symbol group. Yes. Therefore, when a probable variation symbol other than “7” is determined as the confirmed big hit symbol, a temporary stop symbol formed with a symbol other than “7” is derived, and then after the re-lottery effect, the final big hit symbol (“4”) Symbols excluding “6” and “7”) are derived. After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 16, [4] or [6] is selected as the fixed stop symbol. In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 16, the temporary stop symbol is the same symbol as the symbol determined as the fixed stop symbol. In this case, the random number values are distributed so that [4] or [6] is selected with substantially the same probability. Note that the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 16 is also selected when a 10R probability variation concealment jackpot or 10R non-probability jackpot is won.

  By such a distribution, when the symbol arrangement is based on the arrangement pattern Y3 (seven probability variation symbols), the special 10R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation concealment big hit, and 10R non-probability big hit are won and confirmed stop display is performed. When the jackpot symbol is formed with a chance symbol, a definite jackpot symbol is formed among the symbols set as the chance symbol. Furthermore, the temporary stop symbol is the same symbol as the jackpot symbol to be confirmed and displayed. Therefore, when the chance symbol is determined as the confirmed jackpot symbol, the temporary stop symbol formed with the chance symbol is derived, and then the same final bonus symbol (chance symbol) as the temporary stop symbol is derived through the redrawing effect. The After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  Then, when the stop symbol (special symbol) designated by the special symbol designation command is a jackpot symbol, the general CPU 31a confirms the current symbol arrangement and the jackpot symbol designated by the current symbol arrangement and the special symbol designation command. Based on the above, any one of the symbol determination tables of FIGS. 11 to 16 is selected. At this time, if the stop symbol (special symbol) is a big hit symbol corresponding to the special 10R probability variable big hit, the general CPU 31a wins the special 10R probability variable big hit depending on whether the fixed stop symbol is a probability variable symbol or a chance symbol. It is determined whether it is notified during the symbol variation game (including the re-lottery effect) or in the jackpot promotion effect.

  More specifically, when the central CPU 31a determines a probable variation symbol as a confirmed jackpot symbol, the overall CPU 31a becomes a group that is more disadvantageous to the player than the symbol group in which the confirmed stop symbol is classified as a decorative symbol constituting the temporary jackpot symbol. One decoration is determined from among the symbols to be classified or the same symbols as the fixed stop symbols. If both the tentative jackpot symbol and the confirmed jackpot symbol are determined as the symbols that are defined as probable variation symbols in the current symbol array, they are derived in the last variation cycle of the variation cycles that make up the symbol variation game. The reach symbol becomes the probability variation symbol determined as the temporary jackpot symbol. At the same time, the confirmed jackpot symbol also becomes a probable variation symbol, and during the jackpot game, the promotion effect during the jackpot is performed, but it is notified that the 10R probability variation jackpot game is not won.

  In addition, when the general CPU 31a determines a probability variation symbol as a confirmed jackpot symbol and determines a chance symbol as a decorative symbol constituting the provisional jackpot symbol, it is informed that the special 10R probability variation jackpot is won in the redrawing effect. Is done. In this way, when the temporary jackpot symbol is determined as the chance symbol and the determined jackpot symbol is determined as a probability variation symbol other than [7], the last variation cycle of the variation cycles constituting the symbol variation game is performed. After the temporary jackpot symbol is derived, the final symbol is derived through the re-drawing effect, and it is notified that the special 10R probability variation jackpot is won during the symbol variation game.

  Further, when the overall CPU 31a determines a chance symbol as a confirmed jackpot symbol, a temporary stop symbol formed with the chance symbol is derived, and then, through a re-lottery effect, the same confirmed jackpot symbol (chance symbol) as the temporary stop symbol. Is derived. After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  On the other hand, the overall CPU 31a determines the confirmed stop symbol as the chance symbol when either the 10R probability variable concealment jackpot or the 10R non-probability jackpot is won. Then, after the temporary stop symbol formed with the chance symbol is derived, a final winning symbol (chance symbol) identical to the temporary stop symbol is derived through the re-lottery effect. After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, but it is reported that the 10R probability variable big hit game is not won.

  In addition, when the stop symbol (special symbol) designated by the special symbol designation command is a big hit symbol corresponding to the normal 10R probability variable big hit, the general CPU 31a determines whether the fixed stop symbol is “7” or not. It is determined whether to notify that the winning game is won during the symbol variation game (including the re-lottery effect) or to notify the promotion effect during the jackpot.

  Specifically, when the overall CPU 31a determines “7” as the confirmed jackpot symbol, the overall CPU 31a selects one of all symbols (“1” to “9”) as a decorative symbol constituting the temporary jackpot symbol. Determine the decoration. If both the temporary jackpot symbol and the confirmed jackpot symbol are determined to be “7”, it is informed that the 10R probability variable jackpot is normally won during the symbol variation game. In addition, when the overall CPU 31a determines “7” as the confirmed jackpot symbol and determines a symbol other than “7” as the decorative symbol constituting the provisional jackpot symbol, the general CPU 31a normally wins the 10R probability variable jackpot in the redrawing effect. Is informed.

  In addition, when the overall CPU 31a determines a symbol other than “7” as the determined jackpot symbol, the temporary stop symbol formed with a symbol other than “7” is derived, and then the same as the temporary stop symbol after a re-lottery effect. A definite big hit symbol is derived. After that, during the big hit game, the promotion effect during the big hit is performed, and it is informed that the 10R probability variable big hit game is won.

  In addition, when the overall CPU 31a inputs a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern for a deviation reach effect during the probability variation latent mode, the overall CPU 31a recognizes that the deviation reach effect is executed. Further, when determining the type of decoration based on the input special symbol designation command, the general CPU 31a confirms with reference to the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 17 based on information (such as a flag) indicating the current symbol arrangement. The combination of symbols for the loss reach to be stopped is determined.

  FIG. 17 is a table that is referred to when the general CPU 31a determines a symbol combination of shift reach during the probability variation latent mode, and the table is stored in the ROM 31b. In the symbol determination table (FIG. 17), random values are distributed so that any one of the symbol groups GA to GE can be selected according to the current symbol arrangement. In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 17, even if the current symbol array is a symbol array based on any one of the array patterns Y1 to Y3, the symbol group GA <the symbol group GB In the order of <symbol group GC <symbol group GD <symbol group GE, random numbers are assigned so that the selection probability of symbols classified into these symbol groups increases. In the symbol determination table shown in FIG. 17, the random numbers are distributed so that the selection probability of each symbol group increases in the order of arrangement pattern Y3 <array pattern Y2 <array pattern Y1.

  Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, in the case of outlier reach, the percentage of reach symbols formed by symbols classified into groups advantageous to the player is low, while for the player There is a high percentage of reach symbols formed with symbols classified into disadvantaged groups.

  In addition, when the general CPU 31a inputs a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern for a deviation effect during the probability variation latent mode, the overall CPU 31a recognizes that the deviation effect is executed. In addition, when determining the outlier symbol combination, the overall CPU 31a confirms the current symbol arrangement and determines the off symbol combination based on the symbol arrangement. First, the overall CPU 31a determines a symbol to be stopped in the left column from [1] to [9]. In this case, when the current symbol array is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y1 (three probability variation symbols), the ratio of [3], [5], and [7] selected is lower than other symbols. And [7] is particularly difficult to select. In addition, when the current symbol arrangement is a symbol arrangement based on the arrangement pattern Y2 (5 probability variation symbols), [1], [3], [5], [7], and [9] are selected compared to other symbols. In addition, the ratio of being [7] is particularly difficult to select. Further, when the current symbol array is a symbol array based on the array pattern Y3 (seven probable symbols), the selection probability of [4] or [6] is high, and [7] is particularly difficult to select. Yes.

  With such a setting, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, in the case of being out of place, the ratio of the out-of-pattern combinations formed in the symbols classified into groups advantageous to the player is low, In the symbols classified into groups that are disadvantageous to the player, the proportion of the symbol combinations that are out of place is high.

  Further, by performing such setting, in the pachinko gaming machine 10 according to the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 18 and 19, the expectation degree (the probability variation symbol of the probability variation symbol) that the reach symbol is formed by the probability variation symbol and is formed. The big hit expectation degree) is increased as the number of probable symbols with respect to the total number of symbols to be displayed in a variable manner increases. On the other hand, the expectation that the chance symbol is a big hit when the reach symbol is formed by the chance symbol (the chance of jackpot expectation of the chance symbol) becomes lower as the number of the probability variation symbols with respect to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed increases. ing. In addition, when a reach is formed with a probability variation symbol and it is a big hit, it is usually a 10R probability variation big hit or a special 10R probability variation big hit, so the big hit expectation degree of the probability variation symbol excludes the portion that becomes a probability variation big hit through the promotion effect This is the expectation of a promising big hit. That is, as the number of probability variation symbols increases, the jackpot expectation degree of the probability variation symbol increases. However, even if the number of probability variation symbols is 3, 5, and 7, the probability of probability variation big hit and the probability of non-probability big hit are preset probabilities, The increase in the number does not increase the probability of a promising big hit. Specifically, as a breakdown of the big hit, the probability of being a probable big hit is 63.9 (%), whereas the probability of being a non-probable big hit is 36.1 (%).

  In addition, the probability of a probable big hit through promotion effects decreases as the number of probable symbols increases, but the probability of reaching changes because the number of probable symbols with respect to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed changes. Instead, reach determination is executed with a preset probability. Therefore, the ratio of whether the reach symbol is formed with the probability variation symbol or the chance symbol only changes as the number of probability variation symbols increases.

  In this way, by changing the appearance ratio of the symbol combination displayed according to the number of probability variation symbols, if the probability variation symbol count is small, the probability of winning the probability variation big hit with the probability variation symbol decreases, while the chance symbol The probability of winning a promising big hit through promotion promotion is increased. In addition, if the number of probability variation symbols is large, the probability of winning a probability variation jackpot with the probability variation symbol increases, while the probability of winning the probability variation jackpot through the promotion effect decreases. As a result, the symbol variation game is executed with a game characteristic suitable for appearance.

Next, arrangement setting control executed by the display control board 32 will be described.
When the sub CPU 32a inputs a special symbol designating command for designating either 10R probability change secret jackpot or 10R non-probability jackpot, at the start of the ending effect, the three cards turned over are displayed, and one of the cards is displayed. The effect display device 22 is controlled so as to cause the player to perform an effect that is selected. Further, the sub CPU 32a allows the above-described card to be selected even when the special symbol designating command for designating the special 10R probability variation jackpot is input but the production instruction command for instructing the promotion production is not inputted. The production is executed. Then, when a button operation command is transmitted from the overall CPU 31a or when a preset operation valid period has elapsed, the sub CPU 32a turns over a card on which the array pattern designated by the input array pattern designation command is described. The effect display device 22 is controlled to execute such an effect. Thereafter, when the probability variation latent mode is started, the sub CPU 32a controls the display content of the effect display device 22 so that the symbol variation game is executed with the arrangement designated by the arrangement pattern designation command. At this time, for example, when the arrangement pattern Y2 is selected, the sub CPU 32a sets [1], [3], [5], [7], and [9] to red while [2], [4] , [6], [8] are blue.

  Further, when the sub CPU 32a shifts from the probability variation latent mode to the normal mode or the probability variation confirmation mode, the display content of the effect display device 22 is set so that the symbol array is returned to the normal array (the array specified by the array pattern Y1). To control.

Next, a description will be given of the control content related to the continuous notice effect executed by the overall CPU 31a according to the set symbol arrangement during the probability variation latent mode.
In the pachinko gaming machine 10 of the present embodiment, the continuous notice effect is a combination of symbols of outlier symbols derived in each variable cycle as the number of executions of the variable cycle increases in the variable cycle constituting the continuous notice effect. Among them, a specific symbol row (left column in the present embodiment) is displayed on the effect display device 22 so as to change to a symbol classified into a group advantageous to the player. Hereinafter, an effect executed in this manner may be referred to as a “pseudo-continuous step-up (SU) effect”. And, in the pseudo-ream SU production of this embodiment, when the left symbol changes with the continuation of the continuous notice effect, in the next variation cycle, the symbol classified into the symbol group positioned lower than the symbol group once shifted is It is not changed. However, in the fluctuation cycle before the last round, the symbol will not change to a symbol classified into a symbol group that is positioned higher than the symbol associated with the symbol that is awarded by winning the jackpot lottery. ing. The type of jackpot given when the jackpot is a jackpot that is greater than or equal to the symbol defined in the reach symbol derived in the last fluctuation cycle. In addition, “big hit more than the symbol specified in the reach design derived in the last fluctuation cycle” means “the big bonus that is given by winning the big hit lottery and was derived in the last fluctuation cycle” The jackpot is more advantageous for the player than the jackpot classified into symbols. By such a transition of the left symbols, when the reach effect is executed in the last variation cycle, the type of the jackpot game that is guaranteed in the case of the big hit is suggested by the type of the reach symbol.

Hereinafter, specific control contents of the pseudo-continuous SU effect will be described.
When the central CPU 31a inputs a variation pattern designation command for designating the execution of the continuous notice effect from the main CPU 30a (in this embodiment, the variation patterns P4 to P8), the general notice effect specified by the variation pattern is input. Is selected from the left symbol determination tables shown in FIGS. 20 to 22.

  The left symbol determination tables shown in FIGS. 20 to 22 are stored in the ROM 31b, and FIG. 20 shows variation patterns P4 and P5 for executing two continuous notice effects in a symbol variation game composed of two variation cycles. Indicates a table to be referenced when is selected. FIG. 21 shows a table that is referred to when variation patterns P6 and P7 for executing three consecutive notice effects are selected in a symbol variation game composed of three variation cycles. FIG. 22 shows a table that is referred to when a variation pattern P8 for executing four consecutive notice effects is selected in a symbol variation game consisting of four variation cycles.

  Then, in the left symbol determination table shown in FIGS. 20 to 22, the left symbol constituting the out-of-order symbol combination derived in the fluctuation cycle before the last round is determined. In the tables shown in FIG. 20 to FIG. 22, the symbols to be derived in each fluctuation cycle before the last round are specified based on the type of the left decoration designating command or the temporary designating command for designating the left design as the reach design. A predetermined number of random values are assigned to each symbol pattern so that the symbol pattern to be selected can be selected. In the left symbol determination tables shown in FIG. 20 to FIG. 22, one or more random values are assigned, and “○ (circle)” indicates that the state is selectable, and one random number is assigned. It is not shown, and it is indicated by a blank that it cannot be selected.

  In the present embodiment, the conditions for executing the pseudo-continuous SU effect are the change pattern P4 in which the number of executions of the change cycle constituting the continuous notice effect is two or more and the reach effect is executed in the last change cycle. ~ P8 is selected. That is, when the variation patterns P1 to P3 are selected, the quasi-continuous SU effect is not executed. Therefore, by referring to the symbol designated by the left ornament symbol designating command or the temporary symbol designating command, according to the type of reach symbol. Thus, it is possible to determine a symbol combination of outliers derived in the fluctuation cycle before the last round. However, in the present embodiment, the types of symbols that can be selected based on the reach symbol are different depending on the current symbol arrangement.

  In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 20, the left symbol constituting the out-of-order symbol combination derived in the first variation cycle is determined regardless of the symbol arrangement. Specifically, when [7] is determined as the reach symbol to be derived in the last (second) fluctuation cycle, the symbol patterns Z1 to Z5 that respectively specify the decorative patterns classified into the symbol groups GA to GE. Random numbers are distributed so that any one of them can be selected. However, many random numbers are assigned in the order of symbol pattern Z1 <symbol pattern Z2 <symbol pattern Z3 <symbol pattern Z4 <symbol pattern Z5.

  Further, when [3] or [5] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (second) fluctuation cycle, the symbol pattern Z2 to Z5 is determined in the first fluctuation cycle regardless of the symbol arrangement. The random number values are distributed so that any one of them can be selected. However, random numbers are distributed in the order of symbol pattern Z2 <symbol pattern Z3 <symbol pattern Z4 <symbol pattern Z5.

  In addition, when [1] or [9] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (second) fluctuation cycle, the symbol pattern Z3 to Z5 is determined in the first fluctuation cycle regardless of the symbol arrangement. The random number values are distributed so that any one of them can be selected. Further, when [2] or [8] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (second) variation cycle, the symbol pattern Z4, Z5 is determined in the first variation cycle regardless of the symbol arrangement. Random numbers are distributed so that can be selected. In addition, when [4] or [6] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (second) fluctuation cycle, only the symbol pattern Z5 is selected in the first fluctuation cycle regardless of the symbol arrangement. Random numbers are assigned so that they are possible.

  In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 21, the left symbol constituting the out-of-order symbol combination derived in the first and second fluctuation cycles is determined. In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 21, the symbol groups are not selected separately for the first variation cycle and the second variation cycle, but all of the two symbol groups are selected consistently. As shown in FIG.

  In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 21, symbol patterns Z6 to Z20 are set, and the symbol pattern Z6 specifies decorations that are classified into the symbol group GA in the first and second variation cycles. In addition, the symbol patterns Z7 and Z8 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GB in the first variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA and GB in the second variation cycle, respectively. I have identified. In addition, the design patterns Z9 to Z11 specify the decorations classified into the design group GC in the first variation cycle, and the decoration patterns classified into the design groups GA to GC in the second variation cycle, respectively. I have identified. Furthermore, the symbol patterns Z12 to Z15 specify the ornaments that are classified into the symbol group GD in the first variation cycle, and the ornaments that are classified into the symbol groups GA to GD in the second variation cycle, respectively. I have identified. In addition, the design patterns Z16 to Z20 specify decorations that are classified into the design group GE in the first variation cycle, and the decoration patterns that are classified into the design groups GA to GE in the second variation cycle, respectively. I have identified.

  Then, when [7] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (third) fluctuation cycle, the random number values are distributed so that any one of the symbol patterns Z6 to Z20 can be selected. . However, a lot of random values are distributed so that the symbol patterns Z17 to Z20 have a higher probability of being selected than the other symbol patterns. Further, when [3] or [5] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (third) fluctuation cycle, any one of symbol patterns Z8, Z10, Z11, Z13 to Z15, Z17 to Z20 is selected. Random numbers are assigned so that one can be selected. In addition, when [1] or [9] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (third) fluctuation cycle, any one of the symbol patterns Z11, Z14, Z15, and Z18 to Z20 can be selected. Random numbers are distributed so that

  In addition, when [2] or [8] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (third) fluctuation cycle, random one of the symbol patterns Z15, Z19, and Z20 can be selected. Numerical values are distributed. Further, when [4] or [6] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (third) fluctuation cycle, only the symbol pattern Z20 is associated.

  In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 22, the left symbol constituting the out-of-order symbol combination derived in the first to third fluctuation cycles is determined. In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 22, the symbol groups are not selected separately in each variation cycle, but are associated with symbol patterns so that all three symbol groups are selected consistently. ing.

  In the left symbol determination table shown in FIG. 22, symbol patterns Z21 to Z55 are set, and the symbol pattern Z21 specifies decorations that are classified into the symbol group GA in the first to third fluctuation cycles. In addition, the symbol patterns Z22 to Z24 specify decorations that are classified into the symbol group GB in the first variation cycle. Moreover, the symbol pattern Z22 specifies the decoration drawing classified into the symbol group GA in the second and third fluctuation cycles. In addition, the symbol patterns Z23 and Z24 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GB in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA and GB in the third variation cycle, respectively. I have identified.

  In addition, the symbol patterns Z25 to Z30 specify decorations that are classified into the symbol group GC in the first variation cycle. In addition, the symbol pattern Z25 specifies a decoration drawing classified into the symbol group GA in the second and third fluctuation cycles. In addition, the symbol patterns Z26 and Z27 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GB in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA and GB in the third variation cycle, respectively. I have identified. Furthermore, the symbol patterns Z28 to Z30 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GC in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA to GC in the third variation cycle, respectively. Each is specified.

  In addition, the symbol patterns Z31 to Z40 specify decorations that are classified into the symbol group GD in the first variation cycle. The symbol pattern Z31 specifies the symbol group GA in the second and third fluctuation cycles. In addition, the symbol patterns Z32 and Z33 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GB in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA and GB in the third variation cycle, respectively. I have identified. Furthermore, the symbol patterns Z34 to Z36 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GC in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA to GC in the third variation cycle, respectively. Each is specified. In addition, the symbol patterns Z37 to Z40 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GD in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA to GD in the third variation cycle, respectively. Each is specified.

  In addition, the symbol patterns Z41 to Z55 specify decorations that are classified into the symbol group GE in the first variation cycle. Moreover, the symbol pattern Z41 specifies the decoration drawing classified into the symbol group GA in the second and third fluctuation cycles. In addition, the design patterns Z42 and Z43 specify the decorations that are classified into the design group GB in the second variation cycle, and the decoration patterns that are classified into the design groups GA and GB in the third variation cycle, respectively. I have identified. Furthermore, the symbol patterns Z44 to Z46 specify the ornaments classified into the symbol group GC in the second variation cycle, and the ornaments classified into the symbol groups GA to GC in the third variation cycle, respectively. Each is specified. In addition, the symbol patterns Z47 to Z50 specify decorations that are classified into the symbol group GD in the second variation cycle, and respectively identify symbol groups GA to GD in the third variation cycle. In addition, the design patterns Z51 to Z55 specify the decorations classified into the design group GE in the second variation cycle, and the decoration patterns classified into the design groups GA to GE in the third variation cycle, respectively. Each is specified.

  Then, when [7] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (fourth) fluctuation cycle, random numbers are distributed so that any one of the symbol patterns Z21 to Z55 can be selected. . When [3] or [5] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (fourth) variation cycle, the symbol patterns Z24, Z27, Z29, Z30, Z33, Z35, Z36, Z38 to Z40, The random number values are distributed so that any one of Z43, Z45, Z46, Z48 to Z50, and Z52 to Z55 can be selected.

  Further, when [1] or [9] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (fourth) variation cycle, the symbol patterns Z30, Z36, Z39, Z40, Z46, Z49, Z50, Z53 to Z55 Random numbers are distributed so that any one of them can be selected. Further, when [2] or [8] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (fourth) variation cycle, any one of the symbol patterns Z40, Z50, Z54, and Z55 can be selected. Random numbers are assigned to. Further, when [4] or [6] is determined as the reach symbol derived in the last (fourth) variation cycle, the random number values are distributed so that only the symbol pattern Z55 can be selected.

  By adopting such a distribution mode, any symbol arrangement is usually derived in the first fluctuation cycle only when 10R probability variation big win is won and [7] is determined as the reach symbol. [7] is not selected as a symbol. For this reason, if [7] is derived as the left symbol in the first variation cycle for any symbol arrangement, in the case of a big hit, the player can normally expect 10R probability variable big hit games.

  In addition, any symbol arrangement will be derived in the first fluctuation cycle only when a winning symbol for 10R probability variation or special 10R probability variation is won, and a symbol classified as a symbol group GB is determined as a reach symbol. [3] or [5] is not selected as the left symbol. For this reason, if [3] or [5] is derived as the left symbol in the first fluctuation cycle in any symbol arrangement, the probability variation big hit including the 10R probability variation big hit game is usually made when it is a big hit. You can have an expectation in the game.

  In addition, when the current symbol array is the first symbol array, if a 10R probability variable concealment jackpot or 10R non-probable bonus jackpot is won, a definitive jackpot symbol is formed with symbols classified into the symbol group GC in the last fluctuation cycle. There is a possibility. On the other hand, when the current symbol arrangement is the second symbol arrangement or the third symbol arrangement, if the 10R probability change concealment big hit or 10R non-probable big hit is won, the symbols are classified into the symbol group GC in the last fluctuation cycle. No definite big hit symbol is formed. For this reason, if [1] or [9] is derived as the left symbol in the last fluctuation cycle in the case of the first symbol arrangement, the promotion effect (re-lottery effect or jackpot promotion effect) is passed. Only when it is a big hit, there is usually no expectation for a probable big hit game including a 10R probable big hit game. On the other hand, if [1] or [9] is derived as the left symbol in the first fluctuation cycle in the case of the second symbol arrangement or the third symbol arrangement, the normal design is not required. Expectations can be expected in a probabilistic jackpot game including a 10R probable jackpot game.

  In addition, when the current symbol array is the first symbol array or the second symbol array, when the 10R probability change concealment big hit or 10R non-probable big hit is won, the symbols are classified into the symbol group GD in the last fluctuation cycle. There is a possibility that a definite jackpot symbol is formed. On the other hand, when the current symbol arrangement is the third symbol arrangement, if the 10R probability variable concealment jackpot or the 10R non-probable jackpot is won, a confirmed jackpot symbol is formed with the symbols classified into the symbol group GD in the last fluctuation cycle. There is nothing to do. For this reason, if [2] or [8] is derived as the left symbol in the last variation cycle in the case of the first symbol arrangement or the second symbol arrangement, it will be a big hit through the promotion effect However, there is usually no expectation for a probable big hit game including a 10R probable big hit game. On the other hand, if [2] or [8] is derived as the left symbol in the first fluctuation cycle in the case of the third symbol arrangement, the game usually includes 10R probability variation big hit game without promotion promotion effect. You can have high expectations for the promising big hit games.

  Accordingly, in the left symbol determination tables of FIGS. 20 to 22, as the number of executions of the variable cycle increases, the left symbols constituting the out-of-sequence symbol combinations derived in each variable cycle are groups that are advantageous to the player. It is set so that it can be changed to a symbol classified as. Further, when the left symbol changes as the continuous notice effect continues, the next change cycle is set so as not to be changed to a symbol classified into a symbol group positioned lower than the symbol group once shifted. That is, for example, when a decoration that is classified into the symbol group GB is selected in the first variation cycle, a decoration that is classified into the symbol group GA or a decoration that is classified into the symbol group GB in the second variation cycle. Is selected, and the decoration drawing classified into the symbol groups GC to GE is not selected in the second variation cycle. In addition, in the fluctuation cycle before the last round, it will not change to a symbol that is classified into a symbol group that is positioned higher than the symbol that is associated with the jackpot that is given by winning the jackpot lottery. ing. And, according to the association between such an effect and a winning game, the left symbol constituting the out-of-order symbol combination derived in each variation cycle with the increase in the number of executions of the continuous notice effect is advantageous to the player. It is suggested that the type of jackpot game that may be generated becomes a hit game that has a large profit for the player, as the game is changed to the symbol that is classified into the symbol group.

  Then, the overall CPU 31a that has selected the left symbol determination table based on the input variation pattern designation command determines the left symbol that constitutes the symbol combination that is derived in the variation cycle before the last round. Specifically, the overall CPU 31a reads from the RAM 31c the value of the left symbol determination random number that was referred to when determining the left symbol constituting the reach symbol derived in the last fluctuation cycle. Then, the overall CPU 31a determines a symbol pattern to which a random number value that matches the read random number is distributed from the selected left symbol determination table. Next, the overall CPU 31a determines whether or not the determined symbol group is the symbol group GA. If the determination result is affirmative (symbol group GA), the overall CPU 31a determines [7] as the left symbol. On the other hand, when the determination result is negative (symbol groups GB to GE), since the two decorative drawings are associated with these symbol groups, the overall CPU 31a has the two symbols classified into the selected symbol group. One of the decorative drawings is determined with a probability of 1/2.

  The overall CPU 31a that has determined the left symbol determines the right symbol and the middle symbol that constitute the outlier symbol combination derived in each change cycle based on the determined left symbol type. Then, the overall CPU 31a outputs, to the display control board 32, a temporary symbol designation command for designating a temporary symbol to be temporarily displayed for each variation cycle at the start of each variation cycle.

Next, control related to the pseudo continuous SU effect executed by the sub CPU 32a will be described.
The sub CPU 32a displays, on the image display unit GH, a continuous notice effect composed of a change cycle for a predetermined number of executions in accordance with a change pattern designation command for specifying execution of the continuous notice effect.

  Then, the sub CPU 32a displays an image on the basis of the time during which the variation content in the first variation cycle is counted as display data. In addition, the sub CPU 32a causes the image display unit to derive a symbol combination designated by the temporary decoration symbol stop command before the elapsed time from the symbol variation start reaches a predetermined first variation stop time. Controls display contents of GH. Then, when the elapsed time reaches the first fluctuation stop time, the sub CPU 32a stops the fluctuation in the left column and derives the symbol. The sub CPU 32a stops the right fluctuation to derive the symbol when the elapsed time reaches a predetermined second fluctuation stop time, and stops the middle row fluctuation when the predetermined third fluctuation stop time is reached. Thus, the symbol is derived and the first fluctuation cycle is terminated. At the end of the first fluctuation cycle, the sub CPU 32a derives a temporary symbol combination designated by the overall CPU 31a, and temporarily stops and displays the off symbol combination.

  Subsequently, the sub CPU 32a displays the image of the fluctuation content in the second fluctuation cycle based on the display data and the time counted. In the variation pattern P5, after the reach is formed in the last variation cycle, the design combination is derived by developing into a reach effect. Therefore, when the elapsed time from the start of the symbol variation reaches the first variation stop time, the sub CPU 32a derives the symbol by stopping the variation in the left column, and when the elapsed time reaches the second variation stop time, Stop the fluctuation and derive the symbol. At this time, the sub CPU 32a derives the symbols designated by the decorative symbol designation command output from the overall CPU 31a into the left column and the right column, and forms a reach.

  Subsequently, the sub CPU 32a displays an image of the reach effect for deriving the symbols of the third stop row in accordance with the display data and the time counted. Then, after the start of the reach effect, the sub CPU 32a stops the change in the middle row after a lapse of a predetermined time and derives the symbol. As described above, since the variation pattern P5 for the big hit effect is designated, the sub CPU 32a stops the middle row variation, derives the same symbols as those derived in the left column and the right column, The symbol is stopped and displayed. Thereafter, in response to the input of the symbol stop command, the sub CPU 32a finalizes and displays the big hit symbol temporarily stopped and displayed on the effect display device 22, and ends the symbol variation game.

Therefore, in this embodiment, the following effects can be obtained.
(1) When the overall CPU 31a shifts to the probability variation latent mode after the big hit game ends, during the ending effect, the overall CPU 31a executes array setting control for setting the variable display ratio of the probability variation symbol and the chance symbol. Then, when the lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state, the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed is set higher than when the lottery probability state is the low probability lottery state. This suggests the lottery probability state by the symbol arrangement, and the internal expectation that the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state and the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state. The interests of the player can be improved by relating the general expectations.

  (2) When the lottery probability state is a high-probability lottery state, an array in which the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed is set higher than in the case where the lottery probability state is a low-probability lottery state The probability of selecting a pattern was set high. As a result, when an array having the highest proportion of probability variation symbols is set, it can be expected that the current lottery probability state is a high probability lottery state by the array setting.

  (3) When the symbol to be finally derived is a chance symbol, the overall CPU 31a refers to the current symbol arrangement stored in the RAM 31c and determines a reach symbol from the symbols stored as the chance symbol. As a result, while the current symbol arrangement is stored in the RAM 31c, even in the symbol variation game executed after the change, a game corresponding to the changed symbol arrangement can be performed. Along with this, the apparent expectation that the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state and the internal expectation that the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state are related to each other. Thus, the interest of the player can be improved.

  (4) When the symbol to be finally derived is a chance symbol, the overall CPU 31a refers to the current symbol arrangement stored in the RAM 31c, and determines a reach symbol from the symbols stored as the chance symbol. As a result, the symbol variation game is executed in such a manner that the type of recognizable jackpot game is demoted, such that the symbol combination based on the chance symbol is definitely displayed despite the reach formed by the probability variation symbol. And the interest of the player can be improved.

  (5) The arrangement setting control is executed when the promotion effect is not executed. As a result, even if it is not notified that the lottery probability state becomes a high probability lottery state during the big hit game, if the ratio between the probability variation symbol and the chance symbol is changed, the change mode is changed from the next symbol variation game. Therefore, expectation can be given to the fact that the lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state.

  (6) The overall CPU 31a outputs to the display control board 32 a temporary symbol designation command for designating a temporary symbol to be temporarily stopped and displayed for each variation cycle. As a result, an all-variation-cycle design designation command is newly provided by patterning symbol combinations derived in all the variation cycles executed in one symbol-variation game, and the all-variation cycle symbol designation command is started at the start of the symbol variation game. Compared to sending all at once, it is only necessary to use existing commands. Therefore, it becomes unnecessary to create a new command, and the pressure on the storage area of the overall control board 31 can be alleviated.

  (7) Since the arrangement setting control is executed during the ending effect, the arrangement setting control is executed without a sense of incongruity to the player as compared to the case where the symbol arrangement is changed during the execution of the symbol variation game. Can be recognized.

  (8) When a symbol that is a chance symbol in the normal mode becomes a probability variation symbol during the probability variation latency mode, and a reach is formed with a symbol that is a probability variation symbol only during the probability variation latency mode, Compared with the mode, it can be expected that the current lottery probability state is a high-probability lottery state.

  (9) In the quasi-continuous SU effect, the overall CPU 31a is determined to be a symbol group or more in which a symbol derived in a variation cycle executed later is classified as a symbol derived in a variation cycle executed earlier. In addition, the symbol group is determined from the symbol groups below the symbol group into which the symbol suggesting the big hit is classified. In addition, the type of jackpot determined in the case of a jackpot is set to be a jackpot defined more than the symbol derived in the last fluctuation cycle. And in the effect display device 22, it derives | leads-out so that a symbol may change in the left column for every fluctuation | variation cycle, and the kind of jackpot is suggested by the symbol derived | led-out in the last fluctuation | variation cycle in which pseudo | simulation SU effect is performed. I did it. As a result, the type of symbol can be changed as the number of executions of the pseudo-reamed SU performance increases, and the type of jackpot that can be awarded when the jackpot is achieved by the change in the type of symbol can be suggested. Can improve the interest of

  (10) By determining the symbol to be derived in the variation cycle before the last variation cycle according to the type of reach symbol, the symbol to be derived in each variation cycle when the pseudo-SU effect is executed is determined. The processing to be performed can be simplified. That is, by determining from the symbols derived in the last variation cycle, the types of symbols derived in the variation cycle before the last variation cycle are reduced to some extent. Thereby, a process can be simplified compared with the case where a symbol is determined from the first fluctuation | variation cycle in which pseudo | simulation continuous SU effect is performed.

  (11) The overall CPU 31a determines a symbol from the selection group set for each variation cycle. As a result, even if the same selection group is set continuously over a plurality of fluctuation cycles, the symbol is determined from among a plurality of symbols classified into the selection group. By changing the type, it is possible to suppress the player's tiredness, and it is possible to increase the expectation of having a big hit advantageous to the player by changing the design.

  (12) As the symbols determined by the general CPU 31a, the probability variable symbol that can be definitely recognized that the winning jackpot has been won, and the probability variable jackpot that has been won when the jackpot is hit are definitely recognized. I set a chance symbol that I could not get. And the expectation to the probabilistic big hit is different according to the kind of the symbol classified into the symbol group. As a result, the feeling of expectation for the probable big hit is different depending on which symbol group is selected, and it is possible to improve the interest of the player during the execution of the pseudo-series SU effect.

  (13) When the overall CPU 31a determines the same symbol group in a plurality of fluctuation cycles, the symbol is determined with a probability of 1/2 from the determined symbol group, so the symbol determined in the previous fluctuation cycle Increased the probability of determining a different pattern. As a result, even if the same symbol group is determined continuously, it is possible to suppress the player's tiredness by changing the symbol type, and to expect a big hit that is advantageous to the player by changing the symbol A feeling can be raised.

  (14) In the continuous notice effect, a change cycle in which one time from the change of the symbol to the stop of the change of the symbol in one symbol change game is continuously executed a plurality of times. As a result, the continuous notice effect can be performed without being influenced by the number of the starting reserved balls stored as a starting opportunity of the symbol variation game.

  (15) In the pseudo-series SU effect, all symbol combinations derived in each variation cycle in one symbol variation game are determined by patterning according to the type of reach symbol derived in the last variation cycle. did. By setting in this way, compared to the case where the symbol combinations derived in each variation cycle are determined for each variation cycle, the mode of symbol combinations derived in all variation cycles can be covered just by determining one pattern. Therefore, the general CPU 31a can save time and labor for determining the symbol combination.

  (16) In the quasi-continuous SU effect, only the left symbol is changed as the number of executions of the variable cycle increases, so that only one point is changed, so that the player can easily recognize the change in the symbol. Can do.

  (17) Among the symbols classified as “probability symbols” and “chance symbols”, the degree of expectation for probability variation jackpots is set differently. As a result, even if the same “probability symbol” or “chance symbol” is derived, the player can form a reach symbol with a symbol set with a high probability of being awarded a jackpot that is more advantageous to the player. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the player who is presenting the pseudo-ream SU.

  (18) When winning the big hit lottery, the general CPU 31a refers to the variable display ratio stored in the RAM 31c, and as the percentage of the specific symbol with respect to the total number of symbols increases, the probability variation symbol is determined as the reach symbol when the probability variation jackpot is determined. Is determined with high probability. On the other hand, when winning the big hit lottery, the general CPU 31a determines the chance symbol as a reach symbol with a high probability when the probability variation big hit is determined as the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols decreases. In this way, the expectation to win the apparent odds jackpot and the expectation to win the internal odds jackpot are related, and the odds jackpot that the player expects from the apparent symbol arrangement is won. Can change expectations.

  (19) When the probability variation jackpot is determined, if the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols is high, the probability variation symbol as a reach symbol compared to the case where the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols is low As a result, the proportion of people who are notified that they have won the probable big hit has been increased. On the other hand, when the probability variation jackpot is determined, if the proportion of probability variation symbols relative to the total number of symbols is low, the chance symbol as a reach symbol is greater than when the proportion of probability variation symbols relative to the total number of symbols is high. Until the end of the symbol variation game, or during the jackpot game, the ratio of being notified that the winning jackpot has been won is set high. As a result, when the ratio of the probability variation to the total number of symbols is high, the expectation for winning the apparent probability variation jackpot and the expectation for winning the internal probability variation jackpot will be related, The interest of the player can be improved. On the other hand, when the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols is low, the probability variation symbol is unlikely to become a probability variation big hit, but the reach symbol is formed with the chance symbol, and the chance symbol is changed to the probability variation symbol. The rate of being informed is high. Thereby, even if a reach symbol is formed with a chance symbol, it is possible to continue to have a sense of expectation for a probable big hit.

  (20) The overall CPU 31a determines the reach symbol with reference to the symbol array set by the array setting control during the probability variation latent mode. As a result, when the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols is high, the current lottery probability state is a high probability lottery state, and when it becomes a big hit, it can be expected to become a probable big hit. it can.

  (21) By setting the symbol determination ratio to be determined in the case of a big win due to the difference in the variable display ratio, it is set as a chance symbol in the case of a symbol arrangement in which the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols is low. When the symbol that has been stored is a symbol array in which the ratio of the probability variation symbol to the total number of symbols is high, it may be set as a probability variation symbol. Thereby, even if it is the same design, since different jackpots can be given by the difference in the design arrangement, the interest of the player can be improved.

In addition, you may change the said embodiment as follows.
-In the embodiment, a configuration in which a state where the winning rate is improved is always given after the jackpot game is finished, but the gaming state at the time of winning the jackpot (whether a certain variation state is given or not, a state where the winning rate is improved is given). Depending on whether or not, the case of giving the entrance rate improvement state and the case of not giving it may be created. In order to create such a situation, in this embodiment, when winning 10R non-probable big win, it will not be given an improved entrance rate, and when winning 10R probable concealment big win, The specifications are such that the improvement in sphere rate is not given. Then, the arrangement setting control may be executed when such an entrance rate improvement state is not given.

  In the embodiment, the total number of symbols to be variably displayed is 9 in the first symbol array to the third symbol array. However, in the first symbol array to the third symbol array, the number of probable variation symbols is changed. Instead, the total number of symbols may be different. In this case, the smaller the total number of symbols, the higher the probability that the current lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state.

  The pattern array pattern set by the array setting control is not limited to the example shown in the above embodiment, and a plurality of the same probability variation symbols may be set. Further, the types of symbol arrangements are not limited to three, and there may be only two types of symbol arrangements for normal mode and probability variation confirmation mode and probability variation latency mode, or four or more types.

  In the embodiment, the arrangement setting control is executed during the ending effect. However, the arrangement setting control may be executed during the symbol variation game that is a big hit, during the opening effect, or during the round game. Also, after the end of the ending effect, it is executed until the next symbol variation game is started, or while the symbol is fluctuating in the first symbol variation game that has shifted to the probability variation latent suggestion mode. May be.

  -In the embodiment, the specified number of rounds is set to “2”, the two round big hit that gives a probability change state after the end of the jackpot game, the specified number of rounds is set to “1”, and the game after the end of the hit game You may set the small hit which continues a state with the game state at the time of winning of a win lottery. It should be noted that the difference between the two round probability variation big hit and the small hit is set so that the player cannot discriminate the difference from the opening / closing operation mode and the production mode of the big winning opening door 28. Then, the arrangement setting control may be executed in the case where two rounds probable big hit and small win are won.

  In the embodiment, the arrangement setting control is executed when a specific jackpot is won, but the arrangement setting control may be executed when a specific variation pattern is selected. Then, in the subsequent symbol variation game, a reach effect corresponding to the changed symbol arrangement is executed.

  In the embodiment, when a special 10R probability variation jackpot is won, a chance symbol may be selected. By doing so, it becomes difficult to determine which of the 10R probability variation big hit, 10R probability variation concealment big hit, and 10R non-probability big hit is won, and which jackpot is won by the player. Can be guessed.

  In the embodiment, the jackpot promotion effect and the re-lottery effect are set. However, only one of the jackpot promotion effect and the re-lottery effect may be set, or neither effect is set. May be. When only the jackpot promotion effect is set, the symbol group GA is not selected as the symbol group into which the symbols constituting the confirmed jackpot symbol are classified only when the 10R probability variable jackpot is won. In addition, when only the re-lottery effect is set, and when the 10R probability variable jackpot is won, only the symbol group GA is selected as the symbol group into which the symbols constituting the confirmed jackpot symbol are classified.

In the embodiment, the pseudo-continuous SU effect may end in one fluctuation cycle.
-In embodiment, the combination of the decorations classified into a symbol group, the number, the advantageous order of each symbol group, etc. are not restricted to the aspect shown in the said embodiment, You may change suitably.

  In the embodiment, when the same symbol group is continuously selected when determining the symbol combination derived in each variation cycle, the same symbol is selected from the same symbol group in each variation cycle a predetermined number of times (for example, twice). If the same symbol group is selected in the next variation cycle, a symbol different from the symbol selected in the previous variation cycle may be determined. In the next variation cycle, a symbol that is classified into a symbol group that is surely positioned higher than the symbol group selected last time may be selected. Further, when the same symbol group is selected over a plurality of fluctuation cycles, the type of symbol selected from the symbol group and the cumulative number of times the symbol is selected are stored in the RAM 31c, and the cumulative number stored in the RAM 31c is stored. When the number of times exceeds a predetermined value, the other symbol may be selected.

  -In the embodiment, the symbol derived in the variation cycle before the final round is determined based on the reach symbol derived in the last variation cycle, but based on the symbol derived in the first variation cycle. You may make it determine the symbol derived | led-out in the subsequent fluctuation | variation cycle. However, the symbol derived in each fluctuation cycle should not be selected from a symbol group that is more advantageous than a symbol group into which symbols that can be suggested as a big hit are classified. By determining the symbols to be derived in the subsequent variation cycles based on the symbols derived in the first variation cycle in this way, the number of symbols that can be derived in each variation cycle increases, and the player is given various patterns. An opportunity to visually recognize the pattern can be given.

  -In embodiment, you may make it determine the temporary stop symbol at the time of performing a re-lottery effect, and the symbol combination of the derivation derived | led-out in the fluctuation cycle before the last round by the display control board 32. FIG.

In the embodiment, the degree of advantage may be set for each symbol without setting the symbol group.
In the embodiment, the pseudo-series SU effect is executed in the left column, but may be executed in the right column or may be executed in two of the three columns.

  In the embodiment, the pseudo continuous SU effect is executed with the symbol arrangement set by the arrangement setting control during the probability variation latent mode, but the pseudo continuous SU effect is executed during the normal mode and the probability variation confirmation mode. May be.

-In embodiment, you may make it perform a pseudo | simulation continuous SU effect, without performing arrangement | sequence setting control.
-In embodiment, it is good also as the same kind or the same distribution as the design which suggests the kind of jackpot to be given regardless of which design the current symbol arrangement is.

  In the embodiment, in the arrangement setting control executed before the transition to the high-accuracy latent suggestion mode, the first symbol regardless of whether the current lottery probability state is a high-probability lottery state or a low-probability lottery state The arrangement to the third symbol arrangement may be selected with substantially the same probability, and after that, when a big hit is made according to the number of probability variation symbols, the possibility of a probable big hit may be suggested.

  -In embodiment, you may increase / decrease the type of jackpot game. Specifically, the number of round games may be changed, the presence / absence of the probability variation state and the entrance rate improvement state, and the number of times of grant may be changed. For example, a 7-round jackpot game in which an improved entry rate state may be provided. Further, the number of opening / closing operations of the special prize opening device 29 may be changed. For example, the single winning opening device 29 may be opened and closed four times during one round game.

In the above embodiment, the prescribed number of round games, the time required for one opening / closing operation of the special prize opening device 29, and the round game time may be changed.
In the above embodiment, the effect display device 22 is a liquid crystal display, but it may be a dot matrix display or a 7-segment LED display display or a mechanical display display device such as a drum.

-Although the said embodiment was actualized in the pachinko gaming machine 10 using a special figure and a decoration drawing, you may materialize in the pachinko gaming machine using only a special figure.
Next, a technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.

(A) Arrangement pattern storage means for storing a plurality of types of arrangement patterns in which the fluctuation display ratios of the specific symbols and the non-specific symbols with respect to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed are provided, and the arrangement control means stores the arrangement pattern storage The arrangement pattern stored in the means is selected, and the arrangement setting control is executed in accordance with the variable display ratio set in the arrangement pattern. When the lottery probability state is the high probability lottery state, the lottery in comparison with the case probability state is a low probability lottery state, it is configured high probability that the ratio of the specific symbols to the total number symbols to be variably displayed to select the highest set array pattern.

  (B) The same total number of symbols is set in the plurality of types of arrangement patterns, and the ratio of the specific symbols to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed is set higher than the proportion of the non-specific symbols in the arrangement patterns. When the lottery probability state is a high-probability lottery state, the array control means displays the specific sequence pattern as compared with the case where the lottery probability state is a low-probability lottery state. The gaming machine according to the above technical idea i, wherein the probability of selection is set high.

  (C) notification determination means for determining whether or not to perform a notification effect that notifies the player that the lottery probability state becomes a high-probability lottery state when winning the high-accuracy specific winning; A notification means for executing the notification effect when the determination result of the notification determination means is affirmative, and the array control means executes the array setting control when the determination result of the notification determination means is negative A gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, and the technical ideas (a) and (b).

(D) The symbols determined by the symbol determining means are classified into a selection group composed of a plurality of symbols, and the selection group selection ratio varies depending on the type of hit given when winning. It is set to the symbol determining means that determine a pattern from among the selected group selected for each of the wobble cycles.

  (E) The symbol determined by the symbol deciding means is a specification that can be positively recognized that if the winning is a highly specific specified winning in which the lottery probability state of the winning lottery is a high probability lottery state The symbol is classified into a symbol and a non-specific symbol that cannot be definitively recognized that it has been won in the high-accuracy specific hit when winning, and the high-accuracy depends on the type of symbol classified in the selected group. The gaming machine according to the technical idea d, wherein the degree of expectation for a specific hit is set differently.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 10 ... Pachinko machine, 22 ... Production display device, 23 ... Special figure display, 24 ... General-purpose display, 25 ... Upper start winning opening, 26 ... Lower starting winning opening, 27 ... Opening / closing blade, 28 ... Large winning opening Door, 29 ... Grand prize opening device, 30 ... Main control board, 30a ... Main CPU, 30c ... RAM, 31 ... Overall control board, 31a ... Overall CPU, 31b ... ROM, 31c ... RAM, 32 ... Display control board, 32a ... sub CPU, YB ... game board.

Claims (3)

A display device for displaying a symbol variation game performed by varying a plurality of types of symbols, and a winning lottery means for performing a lottery for winning or not winning, and winning in the symbol varying game by winning the winning lottery When a winning symbol that can be recognized is derived, a winning game is performed after the end of the symbol variation game, and in the winning game, a big winning opening that allows a game ball to enter during the winning game is opened. In gaming machines,
A winning seed determining means for determining a winning type when winning the winning lottery,
When the winning lottery is won, according to the winning type determined by the winning type determining means, the winning lottery probability state after the end of the winning game is either a high probability lottery state or a low probability lottery state. A lottery probability state determining means for determining whether to do;
A symbol determination means for determining a symbol type to be derived in the symbol variation game;
In the symbol variation game, a specific symbol that can constitute a specific symbol that can definitely recognize that the lottery probability state after the winning game is a high probability lottery state, and the lottery probability state after the winning game is high An array control means for variably displaying a non-specific symbol that can constitute a non-specific symbol that can be recognized as either a probability lottery state or a low-probability lottery state at a predetermined variation display ratio;
Storage means for storing the variable display ratio after setting when the arrangement control for setting the variable display ratio of the specific symbol and the non-specific symbol is executed by the arrangement control means;
The variable display ratio indicates the ratio of the specific symbol and the non-specific symbol to the total number of symbols to be variable displayed,
The winning types include a plurality of types of specific wins that open and close in the same open manner during the winning game, and for the specific wins, the lottery probability state determination means determines a high probability lottery state. High probability specific hit and low probability specific hit that the lottery probability state determination means determines the low probability lottery state is set,
When winning the winning lottery, the winning symbol is derived through reach production,
The symbol determining means
When the high-accuracy specific hit is determined, when either the specific symbol or the non-specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol forming the reach, while the low-accuracy specific hit is determined The non-specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol,
When the winning lottery is won, the variable display ratio stored in the storage means is referred to, and as the ratio of the specific symbol with respect to the total number of symbols increases, the highly accurate specific winning is determined as the reach symbol. While the specific symbol is determined with high probability, the non-specific symbol is determined with high probability as the reach symbol when the highly specific specific hit is determined as the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols decreases. A gaming machine characterized by that. When the specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol when the specific symbol is determined and the specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol, the symbol is determined that the specific symbol is formed with the determined specific symbol. While being notified during the variable game, when the high-accuracy specific hit is determined and the non-specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol, the non-specific symbol is not changed until the symbol variable game ends. By changing to a specific symbol, or during winning game, it is possible to notify that it has been won for the high-accuracy specific hit,
When the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is high when the highly specific specific hit is determined, the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is low, compared to the case where the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is low. While the specific symbol is determined as a reach symbol, and a specific hit symbol is formed with the determined specific symbol, the ratio of being notified that the high-accuracy specific hit has been increased,
When the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is low, the non-specific symbol is determined as the reach symbol compared to the case where the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols is high, 2. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a ratio of notifying that the highly specific winning is won until the symbol variation game is ended or during the winning game is high. According to the gaming state after the winning game, any one of a plurality of types of effect modes including a high-accuracy latent mode that is set regardless of whether the lottery probability state is a low probability lottery state or a high probability lottery state. Providing production mode setting means for setting the production mode,
When the winning symbol finally derived in the symbol changing game is a non-specific winning symbol, the effect mode setting means sets the high-accuracy latent mode as an effect mode after the winning game ends. And
When the sequence control means shifts to the high-accuracy latent mode after the winning game, the sequence setting control is performed during the period from the start of the symbol variation game where the winning is determined until the next symbol variation game is started. When the lottery probability state is a high-probability lottery state, the ratio of the specific symbol to the total number of symbols to be variably displayed is increased compared to the case where the lottery probability state is a low-probability lottery state. And
In the storage means, information that can identify which symbol is the specific symbol and which symbol is the non-specific symbol among the symbols for the total number of symbols is stored. The variable display ratio can be specified,
3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the symbol determining unit determines the reach symbol with reference to a variable display ratio stored in the storage unit during the high-accuracy latent mode .

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