JP5726487B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that executes a continuous effect as if multiple symbol variation games are being executed in one symbol variation game.

  Conventionally, in a pachinko gaming machine that is a type of gaming machine, a big hit lottery of whether or not a big hit is made when a game ball enters the start winning opening arranged on the game board, and the lottery results of the big hit lottery are It is derived by executing a symbol variation game in which the symbols of the columns are varied and displayed. In the symbol variation game, the player can recognize the big hit if the symbol that is finally stopped is a big hit symbol.

  In this type of symbol variation game, in order to improve the interest of the player, various effects are suggested that suggest the possibility of a “big hit” for the player. Such effects include a continuous notice effect (continuous effect) in which effects are performed as if a plurality of symbol variation games are executed in one symbol variation game (for example, Patent Document 1). In general, the continuous notice effect is set so that the greater the number of symbol variation games (also referred to as variation cycles) that are executed in a pseudo manner during one symbol variation game, the higher the jackpot expectation. Yes. Therefore, the player expects to win a “hit” that can win a large number of prize balls by continuously executing many fluctuation cycles even once.

JP 2008-104524 A

  By the way, when the reach effect is executed in the symbol variation game with the continuous notice effect, the reach effect is executed in the last change cycle in which the continuous notice effect ends in order to prevent the effect of the reach effect from being delayed. Is common.

  For this reason, when the same symbol is stopped and displayed in two of the three symbol columns (when a combination of reach symbols is displayed), the player is notified that the continuous notice effect is the symbol variable game (or variable cycle). It was judged before the symbols in all rows were stopped and displayed. Therefore, thereafter, the player may not be interested in whether or not the continuous notice effect continues. There was also a problem that the continuous notice effect became monotonous.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems existing in the prior art. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of the game by making it difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue.

In order to achieve the above object, the invention described in claim 1 includes display means for executing a symbol variation game in a plurality of symbol sequences, and the display device determines from the start of variation display of symbols in all the columns to a fixed stop. In a gaming machine in which a continuous production is performed in which a variation cycle in which a symbol variation game that is displayed once is divided into a plurality of predetermined periods is continuously executed, an effect operating means that can be operated by the player; Control means for controlling the execution of the game effect related to the symbol variation game, and the control means, when executing the continuous effect, in the predetermined variation cycle, the same type in the predetermined specific sequence When the design operation means is operated during the effective operation period of the production operation means after that, the design of the reach is established by temporarily stopping the display of After out it is temporarily stopped displaying the chances eyes which can specify to continue, while for starting variable display of symbols in all the columns in the next variation cycle, the presentation manipulation means in the operating lifetime is operated If not, the gist is to execute the reach effect based on the symbol combination of the reach that is temporarily stopped and displayed in the next fluctuation cycle .

The invention described in claim 2 includes an effect operating means that can be operated by a player, and a control means for controlling execution of a game effect related to the symbol variation game, wherein the control means is a single symbol variation. the variation cycles separated game into a plurality of predetermined time period can be executed a plurality of times consecutively production which continuously executes, the communication Zokuen unloading of the same type of symbol to a particular column in the variation cycle is stopped and displayed once satisfied symbol combination reach by Rukoto, after its said when the presentation manipulation means in the operating lifetime of the effect for the operating means is operated, which can specify that the continuous presentation is continued after temporarily stopping display the chances eyes, comprising a first effect which initiates the next variation cycle, the a different effect than the continuous presentation, the same kind of symbols are stopped and displayed once the particular column Satisfied symbol combination reach by a, thereafter, even if the effect-use operation means in the operation lifetime of the presentation for operation means is operated, the symbol combination of the leech said temporarily stopped displayed The gist of the present invention is that a second effect for executing the reach effect is further provided.

  According to the present invention, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous production will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

The front view which shows the game board of a pachinko machine. (A), (b) is a schematic diagram which shows the display area of an image display part. The block diagram which shows the structure of a pachinko gaming machine. Explanatory drawing which shows a fluctuation pattern. (A)-(d) is explanatory drawing which shows the content of a fluctuation | variation specified by a fluctuation pattern. (E)-(i) is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation | variation content specified with a fluctuation | variation pattern. Explanatory drawing which shows a chance eye. The flowchart which shows a continuous production execution process. The flowchart which shows a continuous production execution process. (A)-(h) is a schematic diagram of the image display part which shows the flow of a continuous production. (A)-(g) is a schematic diagram of the image display part which shows the flow of a continuous production. (A)-(f) is a schematic diagram of the image display part which shows the flow of a continuous production. (A)-(h) is a schematic diagram of the image display part which shows the flow of a continuous production.

  As shown in FIG. 1, an effect display device 11 as a display means having a liquid crystal display type image display unit GH is disposed in the approximate center of a game board 10 of a pachinko gaming machine. The effect display device 11 displays an image of a symbol variation game performed by variably displaying a plurality of columns (three columns in the present embodiment) and various display effects executed in association with the game. In the present embodiment, in the symbol variation game, a symbol combination consisting of a plurality of columns (three columns in the present embodiment) is derived. Note that the symbol variation game is performed using decorative symbols (effect symbols) for diversifying display effects. A 7-segment special symbol display device 12 is disposed at the lower right of the effect display device 11. In the special symbol display device 12, a special symbol variation game is displayed in which a plurality of types of special symbols (special symbols) are varied and displayed. The special symbol is a notification symbol indicating the result of the internal lottery (big hit lottery) whether or not the big hit. Note that the symbol variation game executed on the effect display device 11 and the special symbol variation game executed on the special symbol display device 12 start at the same time and end at the same time.

  In the symbol variation game executed by the effect display device 11 in the present embodiment, eight kinds of numeric symbols 1 to 8 and eight blank symbols (in this embodiment, “☆ (star sign)” are displayed in each column. Are displayed as decorative symbols. In the present embodiment, the effect display device 11 is configured with a larger display area than the special symbol display device 12, and the decorative symbol is displayed much larger than the special symbol. . 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 11.

  When the symbol change game is started on the effect display device 11, the decorative symbols are scrolled from the right side to the left side of the effect display device 11 in each column in the predetermined display order. Yes. Specifically, the symbols in the upper and middle rows are: 1 → ☆ → 2 → ☆ → 3 → ☆ → 4 → ☆ → 5 → ☆ → 6 → ☆ → 7 → ☆ → 8 → ☆ → 1 →… Thus, the number design and the blank design change alternately, and in the number design, the number increases in order from 1 and when it becomes 8, it changes in the order of returning to 1. ing. The symbols in the bottom row are: 8 → ☆ → 7 → ☆ → 6 → ☆ → 5 → ☆ → 4 → ☆ → 3 → ☆ → 2 → ☆ → 1 → ☆ → 8 → ... and so on. Fluctuate alternately, and in the number symbol, the number decreases in order from 8, and when it becomes 1, it fluctuates in the order of returning to 8. In the present embodiment, the eight blank symbols displayed in each symbol row are internally numbered and all can be identified. In the present embodiment, a blank symbol existing between 8 and 1 is indicated as a blank symbol [0.5] for convenience of explanation. Similarly, a blank symbol existing between 1 and 2 is indicated as a blank symbol [1.5] for convenience of explanation. A blank symbol existing between 2 and 3 is shown as a blank symbol [2.5] for convenience of explanation. A blank symbol existing between 3 and 4 is shown as a blank symbol [3.5] for convenience of explanation. A blank symbol existing between 4 and 5 is shown as a blank symbol [4.5] for convenience of explanation. A blank symbol existing between 5 and 6 is shown as a blank symbol [5.5] for convenience of explanation. A blank symbol existing between 6 and 7 is shown as a blank symbol [6.5] for convenience of explanation. A blank symbol existing between 7 and 8 is shown as a blank symbol [7.5] for convenience of explanation.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 2A, nine stop display areas HP1 to HP9 are determined in advance in the display area of the effect display device 11, and the decorative symbols in each column in the symbol variation game Displayed in the display areas HP1 to HP9. These nine stop display areas HP1 to HP9 are arranged in three columns so as to be an upper stage, a middle stage, and a lower stage in the vertical direction, and are arranged in three rows so as to be right, middle, and left in the horizontal direction.

  The upper right stop display area HP1, the upper upper stop display area HP2, and the upper left stop display area HP3, which are located at the top when viewed from the player side, are the stop display areas corresponding to the upper decorative patterns. Thus, three decorative symbols that are continuous in the display order of the decorative symbol in the upper row are displayed. The right middle stop display area HP4, the middle middle stop display area HP5, and the left middle stop display area HP6, which are located in the center when viewed from the player side, are stop display areas corresponding to the decorative patterns in the middle row. Three decorative symbols that are continuous in the display order of the decorative symbols in the middle row are displayed. In addition, the right lower stop display area HP7, the middle lower stop display area HP8, and the left lower stop display area HP9, which are located at the bottom when viewed from the player side, are stop display areas corresponding to the decorative symbols in the lower row. The three consecutive decorative symbols are displayed in the display order of the decorative symbols in the lower row. That is, the effect display device 11 is configured to display three symbol rows for displaying three types of symbols, and to display a plurality of symbols displayed in each symbol row in a grid pattern.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 2B, the effective line L1 is formed to extend linearly in the vertical direction on the right side of the effect display device 11 by the stop display areas HP1, HP4, HP7, and displayed on the effective line L1. The symbol combination of the three symbols made is effective. Further, the effective line L2 is formed by the stop display areas HP2, HP5, and HP8 so as to extend linearly in the vertical direction on the inside of the effect display device 11, and a symbol combination of the three symbols displayed on the effective line L2 is formed. Valid. The stop display areas HP3, HP6, HP9 form an effective line L3 linearly extending in the vertical direction on the left side of the effect display device 11, and the symbol combination of the three symbols displayed on the effective line L3 is effective. It is said. Further, the effective line L4 is formed by the stop display areas HP3, HP5 and HP7 so as to extend linearly in the diagonally upward direction (or diagonally downward direction) of the effect display device 11, and is displayed on the effective line L4. Only three symbol combinations are valid. Further, the effective line L5 is formed by the stop display areas HP1, HP5, HP9 so as to extend linearly in the diagonally upward direction (or the diagonally downward direction) of the effect display device 11, and is displayed on the effective line L5. Only three symbol combinations are valid. With this configuration, the pachinko machine of the present embodiment is a 5-line machine including an effect display device 11 that can form five effective lines L1 to L5.

  And in this embodiment, when the big hit is determined by the internal lottery for the symbol combination formed by the same kind of ornament symbols in three rows of ornament symbols displayed on any of the effective lines L1 to L5, the effect display device 11 is a jackpot symbol combination (decoration symbol jackpot symbol) based on a symbol symbol that is definitely stopped and displayed. For example, jackpot symbol combinations based on decorative symbols are [111] and [777]. In the present embodiment, when written as [○ Δ □] or the like, in the effective lines L1 to L5, the upper row of decorative symbols “◯” is shown on the left side, and the middle row of decorative symbols “Δ” is on the middle side. The decorative pattern “□” in the lower row is shown on the right side. For example, [123] shows the upper row of decorative symbols “1” on the left side, the middle row of decorative symbols “2” on the middle side, and the lower row of decorative symbols “3” on the right side of the effective lines L1 to L5. It shows.

  On the other hand, in this embodiment, the symbol combination formed without including the three types of decorative symbols displayed on the effective lines L1 to L5 as the same type or the symbol combination configured to include the blank symbol is shifted in the internal lottery. When the symbol is determined, a combination of symbols (decoration symbol of the decorative symbol) is used as a decorative symbol that is definitely stopped and displayed on the effect display device 11. The case where the three rows of decorative symbols are not the same type includes the case where all of the three rows of decorative symbols are different, or the case where the two rows of decorative symbols are the same type and the type of the single row of decorative symbols is different. For example, the symbol combinations of the decorative symbols are [123], [115], [767], [☆ 89], and the like. In addition, the symbol combination consisting only of the blank symbols (that is, [☆☆☆]) is also an outlier symbol combination, and even if the same blank symbols are aligned on the effective lines L1 to L5, the symbol variation game will not be a big hit. .

  Further, in this embodiment, each row in the effect display device 11 is usually an upper row as viewed from the player side in the effect display device 11 when the symbol variation game starts (when the decorative symbol in each column starts to vary). The decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the order of (upper symbol) → lower row (lower symbol) → middle row (middle symbol). When the upper symbol and the lower symbol that are stopped and displayed on any of the effective lines L1 to L5 are of the same type, from the symbol combination ([1 ↓ 1] etc., “↓” indicates that the symbol is changing) Recognize reach. Reach is a decorative display of a specific column (in this embodiment, the upper row and the lower row) of the plurality of columns that are of the same type and stopped and displayed in a column other than the specific column (in this embodiment, the middle row). This is a state in which the symbols are variably displayed. The symbol combination that can recognize this reach is the symbol combination of the reach by the decorative symbol. Further, in the pachinko machine of the present embodiment, after the start of the symbol variation game, the upper row where the decorative symbols are first stopped and displayed is the first stop symbol row, and the lower row where the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed is the second stop. The middle row that becomes the symbol row, and finally displays the decorative symbols is the third stop symbol row. Moreover, in this embodiment, when it shows with the symbol which comprises the symbol combination of a reach, the symbol (design of an upper row and a lower row) on the specific line on the effective lines L1-L5 is pointed out.

  In the present embodiment, the reach is not displayed on the effective lines L1 to L3 at the same time, and one effective line L1, effective line L2, or effective line L3 is provided on one effective line. Reach (single reach) can be displayed. The reach can be displayed on the effective line L4 and the effective line L5 simultaneously, and two reach (double reach) can be displayed on the two effective lines L4 and L5. In addition, since the display order of the numeric symbols in the upper row is opposite to the display order of the numeric symbols in the lower row, if the reach symbol combination is displayed on the effective line L4, the reach symbol combination is inevitably also displayed on the effective line L5. Is displayed. The reverse is also true.

  The effect display device 11 is configured to display a symbol combination corresponding to the display result of the special symbol display device 12. More specifically, the symbol combination of the special symbol of the special symbol display device 12 and the symbol combination of the decorative symbol of the effect display device 11 correspond to each other, and when the symbol variation game ends, a special symbol is placed on any of the active lines L1 to L5. The symbols based on the symbols and the symbol combinations based on the decorative symbols are displayed in correspondence with each other. For example, when the big hit symbol is confirmed and stopped on the special symbol display device 12, the big hit symbol combination such as [222] or [444] is also confirmed and stopped on the effective lines L1 to L5 of the effect display device 11. It has come to be. Further, when the special symbol display device 12 displays the off symbol in a stopped state, the off symbol combinations such as [121] and [345] are also confirmed and stopped on the effective lines L1 to L5 of the effect display device 11. It has become so. In addition, the symbol combination of the decorative symbol with respect to the special symbol is not necessarily one-to-one, and a symbol combination with one decorative symbol is selected from among symbol combinations with a plurality of decorative symbols with respect to one special symbol. Yes.

  As described above, in the effect display device 11 of the present embodiment, the display effect (three rows of symbols) related to the special symbol variation game (the symbol variation game in which one row of special symbols is variably displayed) performed in the special symbol display device 12. The symbol combination game in which symbols are displayed in a variable manner is displayed.

  The “symbol variation (variation display)” is a state in which the type of the symbol displayed in the display area defined in the display for displaying the symbol is changing. This is a state where the symbols are displayed in a fluctuation state in the display area. The “definite stop display” is a state in which the symbols are fixed and stopped in the display area.

  Returning to the description of FIG. 1, below the effect display device 11, a start winning port 14 is provided as a start port having a game ball entrance 14 a. The start winning opening 14 is configured such that the entrance 14a is always open so as to allow the entry of game balls at all times. Further, a start port switch SW1 (shown in FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered is disposed behind the start winning port 14. The start winning opening 14 can give a start condition for the symbol variation game and a payout condition for a game ball as a predetermined number of prize balls by detecting the game ball that has entered. A part of the game ball launched onto the game board 10 by a launching device (not shown) is guided to the start winning opening 14 by a game nail or the like arranged on the game board 10 when flowing down the game board 10. It is like that.

  Below the start winning opening 14, a large winning opening (special electric accessory) 18 having a large winning opening door 17 that opens and closes by the operation of an actuator (solenoid, motor, etc.) (not shown) is disposed. A count switch SW <b> 2 that detects a game ball that has entered the ball is disposed in the back of the special winning opening 18. The big winning opening 18 can give a payout condition of game balls as a predetermined number of prize balls by detecting the game balls that have entered. The big winning opening 18 is opened by the opening operation of the big winning opening door 17 during the big hit game, thereby allowing a game ball to enter. For this reason, during the big hit game, the player can obtain a chance to win a prize ball.

  The big hit game is given when the big hit is determined by the internal lottery and the big hit symbol is determined and stopped in the symbol variation game. 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 is finished, a round game in which the special winning opening 18 is opened by the opening operation of the special winning entry door 17 is performed a plurality of times, with a predetermined number of rounds (15 in the present embodiment) as an upper limit. One round game is a condition that is established earlier, either when a predetermined round game time elapses after the round game starts or when a predetermined maximum number of game balls enter. It ends by satisfying. The big hit game ends with an ending effect indicating the end of the big hit game after the end of the predetermined number of round games.

Next, the control configuration of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG.
A main control board 30 for controlling the entire pachinko gaming machine is mounted on the back side of the machine. The main control board 30 executes various processes for controlling the entire pachinko gaming machine and outputs various control signals (control commands) according to the processing results. An effect display control board 31 is mounted on the rear side of the machine. The effect display control board 31 executes various processes for controlling the game effect based on the control signal (control command) output from the main control board 30, and the display mode of the effect display device 11 according to the processing result. (Display images such as symbols, backgrounds, and characters) are controlled.

Hereinafter, specific configurations of the main control board 30 and the effect display control board 31 will be described.
The main control board 30 has a main control CPU 30a that executes control operations in a predetermined procedure, a main control ROM 30b that stores a control program for the main control CPU 30a, and a main control CPU that can write and read necessary data. A RAM 30c is provided. The main control CPU 30a is connected to various switches such as a start port switch SW1 and a count switch SW2. A special symbol display device 12 is connected to the main control CPU 30a.

  The main control CPU 30a also updates a random number update process (random number generation process) for updating the values of various random numbers such as a jackpot determination random number, a jackpot design random number, a reach determination random number, and a variation pattern distribution random number at predetermined intervals. ). The big hit determination random number is a random number used in the big hit lottery (big hit determination). The jackpot symbol random number is a random number used when determining the jackpot symbol. The reach determination random number is a random number used in the reach lottery (reach determination) to determine whether or not to form a reach in the case of not winning the big win in the big win lottery. The variation pattern distribution random number is a random number used to determine a variation pattern that specifies the contents of the effect of the symbol variation game. The main control RAM 30c stores (sets) various pieces of information (random numbers, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine.

  The main control ROM 30b stores a main control program, a plurality of types of variation patterns, and the like. The variation pattern can specify the production contents (including the variation time) of the symbol variation game related to the special symbol including the special symbol variation game. Then, as shown in FIG. 4, the variation patterns are classified for each variation content composed of a jackpot effect, an outlier reach effect, and an outlier effect.

  The jackpot effect is an effect in which the symbol variation game is developed so that the jackpot symbol is finally displayed in a fixed stop state after reaching the reach effect. Further, the outlier reach effect is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game is finally subjected to the reach effect and finally the stop symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state. Further, the off-stage effect is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game finally displays the out-of-place symbol without stopping and reaching the reach effect. In the reach effect, in the symbol change game with the decorative pattern of the effect display device 11, after the reach is formed (temporarily stopped display), the symbol combination (hit symbol combination or off symbol combination) is derived (temporarily stopped display or confirmed) This is an effect performed until it is stopped). The reach effect of the present embodiment includes a first reach effect and a second reach effect that differs from the first reach effect and the effect mode. In the special symbol display device 12, when the symbol variation game is started, the symbol variation is continued until the variation time elapses without performing the reach effect. Further, as shown in FIG. 4, a plurality of variation pattern distribution random numbers are distributed to each variation pattern in the main control ROM 30b.

  The main control ROM 30b stores a big hit determination value. The jackpot determination value is a determination value used in the jackpot lottery, and is determined from numerical values that can be taken by the jackpot determination random number. The reach control value is stored in the main control ROM 30b. The reach determination value is a determination value used in the reach lottery, and is determined from numerical values that can be taken by the reach determination random number.

  The main control RAM 30c is configured to store the number of stored reserved balls for special symbols (hereinafter referred to as “the number of stored memories”). The number of reserved memories indicates the number of symbol variation games that are suspended, and is incremented by one when a game ball enters the start winning opening 14 provided in the game board 10, while the symbol variation 1 is subtracted at the start of the game. Therefore, when a game ball enters the start winning opening 14 during the symbol variation game, the reserved memory number is further added and accumulated up to a predetermined upper limit number (four in this embodiment).

Next, the effect display control board 31 will be described.
The effect display control board 31 includes an effect control CPU 31a as control means capable of executing control operations in a predetermined procedure, an effect control ROM 31b for storing a control program for the effect control CPU 31a, and necessary data. An effect control RAM 31c capable of writing and reading is provided. The effect display device 11 is connected to the effect control CPU 31a. The effect control ROM 31b stores various image data (image data such as symbols, backgrounds, characters, characters, etc.). In addition to the overall control program, the effect control ROM 31b stores various tables to be referred to when determining various effects. In addition, various information (timer value, flag, etc.) that is appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine is stored (set) in the effect control RAM 31c. In addition, an effect button 16 as an effect operating means that can be operated by the player is connected to the effect control CPU 31a. The effect button 16 is arranged on the upper plate (not shown) of the pachinko gaming machine so that the player can operate it.

  Hereinafter, various processes such as a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process executed by the main control CPU 30a of the main control board 30 based on the main control program will be described. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a executes various processes such as a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process every predetermined control cycle (for example, 4 ms).

First, the special symbol input process will be described.
When the game ball enters the start winning opening 14 and receives the detection signal output from the start port switch SW1 that has detected the game ball, the main control CPU 30a receives the special symbol for the special symbol stored in the main control RAM 30c. It is determined whether or not the number of reserved memories is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment). When the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a adds 1 (+1) to the number of reserved memories for the special symbol, and rewrites the number of reserved memories for the special symbol. Further, the main control CPU 30a having affirmed the hold determination acquires the value of the big hit determination random number and the value of the big hit symbol random number from the main control RAM 30c, and associates the value with the number of reserved memories for the special symbol. The data is stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c. When the determination result of the hold determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a does not rewrite the reserved memory number for the special symbol exceeding the upper limit number, and does not acquire the value of each random number described above.

Next, the special symbol start process will be described.
The main control CPU 30a first determines whether or not a big hit game is being played and whether or not a special figure variation game is being executed. When this determination result is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, when the determination result is negative (not in the special figure variation game and not in the big hit game), the main control CPU 30a reads the number of reserved symbols for special symbols stored in the main control RAM 30c. Then, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved memories is larger than “0 (zero)” (whether or not a starting reserved ball exists). When the number of reserved memories is “0”, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the number of reserved memories is larger than “0”, the main control CPU 30a subtracts 1 from the number of reserved symbols for special symbols, and then the jackpot determination random number stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c. And the value of the random number for jackpot symbol is read. Then, the main control CPU 30a compares the read jackpot determination random number value with the jackpot determination value, and performs a jackpot lottery (jackpot determination) as to whether or not it is a jackpot.

  When the big hit determination random number value matches the big hit determination value in the big hit lottery, the main control CPU 30a executes the big hit fluctuation process because the big hit is won. In the big hit variation processing, the main control CPU 30a determines a big hit symbol as a special symbol to be confirmed and stopped on the special symbol display device 12, and selects and decides a variation pattern from the variation patterns P1 to P4 for the big hit effect. . At that time, the main control CPU 30a obtains a variation pattern distribution random number and determines a variation pattern associated with the obtained variation pattern distribution random number. When determining the big hit symbol, the main control CPU 30a determines the big hit symbol corresponding to the big hit symbol random number obtained together with the big hit determination random number used in the big hit lottery.

  On the other hand, if the value of the big hit determination random number and the big hit determination value do not match in the big hit lottery, the main control CPU 30a executes a loss variation process because the big hit is not won. In the deviation variation process, the main control CPU 30a determines a special symbol as a special symbol to be displayed on the special symbol display device 12 with a fixed stop.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a acquires a reach determination random number value from the main control RAM 30c, compares the acquired reach determination random number value with the reach determination value, and performs reach lottery (reach determination). Then, when the reach determination random number value and the reach determination value match, the main control CPU 30a determines the detachment with reach, and selects and determines the variation patterns P5 to P8 for the detachment reach effect including the reach effect. To do. At that time, the main control CPU 30a obtains a variation pattern distribution random number and determines a variation pattern associated with the obtained variation pattern distribution random number. On the other hand, if the reach determination random number value and the reach determination value do not match, the main control CPU 30a determines the detachment without reach and the variation pattern P9, P10 for the detachment effect not including the reach effect. Select and confirm. At that time, the main control CPU 30a obtains a variation pattern distribution random number and determines a variation pattern associated with the obtained variation pattern distribution random number. Note that the main control CPU 30a determines the off symbol as a special symbol without considering the lottery result of the reach lottery. For this reason, the presence / absence of the reach effect cannot be distinguished from the determined type of the missing symbol (special symbol).

  Then, the main control CPU 30 a that has determined the special symbol and the variation pattern in the special symbol start process outputs the control command generated according to the determined items to the effect control CPU 31 a of the effect display control board 31. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a first outputs a variation pattern designation command instructing a variation pattern and instructing the start of the symbol variation game at the start of the symbol variation game. Further, the main control CPU 30a controls the special symbol display device 12 so as to execute a special symbol variation game that varies the special symbol. The main control CPU 30a outputs a special symbol stop symbol designating command for designating the special symbol, and then outputs the variation pattern designating command. Then, the main control CPU 30a outputs a symbol stop command for instructing the end of the symbol variation game (determination of symbol determination) at the elapse of the effect time set in the instructed variation pattern as the variation time elapses. . Further, the main control CPU 30a controls the special symbol display device 12 so that the special symbol instructed when the effect time set in the instructed variation pattern has elapsed is confirmed and stopped. As described above, the main control CPU 30a of the present embodiment serves as a variation pattern determining unit that determines a variation pattern.

Next, the jackpot game process executed by the main control CPU 30a when the jackpot lottery is won will be described.
In the jackpot game, an opening effect indicating the start of the jackpot game is first performed, and after the opening effect, the round game that opens the grand prize opening 18 is performed up to the prescribed number of rounds, and the final round game ends. An ending effect indicating the end of the big hit game will be performed later. One round game ends when either a predetermined round game time (for example, 25 seconds) elapses or a predetermined maximum number of game balls (for example, nine balls) enter. The process ends when the condition is satisfied.

  In the big hit game process, the main control CPU 30a first outputs an opening command for instructing execution of the opening effect to the effect control CPU 31a. Next, the main control CPU 30a controls each round game after the opening effect ends. That is, the main control CPU 30a outputs a round command instructing the start of a round game to the effect control CPU 31a at the start of each round game, and controls the opening and closing of the big prize opening 18. Then, when the final round game is finished, the main control CPU 30a outputs an ending command for instructing execution of the ending effect to the effect control CPU 31a. Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the big hit game when the ending effect ends.

Next, various processes executed by the effect control CPU 31a of the effect display control board 31 based on the control program will be described.
When the effect control CPU 31a receives various control commands, the effect control CPU 31a executes processing according to the control commands. For example, when the variation control designation command is input, the effect control CPU 31a selects the image display data based on the variation content designated by the command. The effect control CPU 31a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 so as to display an image of the symbol variation game based on the image display data. Specifically, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in each column in a variable manner.

  In addition, when the stop control designating command and the variation pattern designating command for special design are input, the effect control CPU 31a determines the decorative design to be confirmed and stopped on the effect display device 11 according to the command. Specifically, when the designated special symbol is a big hit symbol, the CPU 31a for effect control controls each row so that the big hit symbol (the symbol combination) is displayed on any of the effective lines L1 to L5. The type of decorative pattern is determined.

  In addition, when the variation pattern for the offending effect is designated and the stop symbol designation of the special symbol is the off symbol, the effect control CPU 31a finally displays the off symbol (out of symbol) as the decorative symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped. Determine the symbol combination. At this time, the effect control CPU 31a determines not to include the reach symbol as the symbol combination of the ornament symbols (so that the symbols in the upper and lower rows are not the same symbol). In addition, the effect control CPU 31a determines the type of decorative symbol in each column so that the symbol is not displayed on the valid lines L1 to L5.

  On the other hand, when the variation pattern for the outlier reach production is designated and the stop symbol designation of the special symbol is the off symbol, the effect control CPU 31a uses the off symbol as the symbol combination of the ornament symbols to be finally stopped and displayed. It comes to decide. At this time, the effect control CPU 31a determines to include the reach symbols as the decorative symbol combinations (so that the symbols in the upper and lower rows are the same symbol). Then, the effect control CPU 31a determines the type of decorative symbol in each column so that the off symbol determined to any one of the effective lines L1 to L5 is displayed. At that time, the CPU 31a for effect control determines the type of the decorative symbol in each column so that the symbol can be confirmed and stopped on any of the effective lines L1 to L5. Then, when the effect control CPU 31a inputs a symbol stop command during the symbol variation game, the effect display device 11 displays the determined ornament symbol on the effect display device 11 and stops the symbol variation game.

  When the control command output during the big hit game such as the opening command, the round command, and the ending command is input, the effect control CPU 31a displays the opening effect, the round effect, and the ending effect according to these commands. 11 is executed.

  In the present embodiment, in a single symbol variation game, a variation cycle in which the variation from the variation display of the ornament symbol to the temporary stop display of the ornament symbol in all the rows is performed once is performed a plurality of times, and the variation is performed. It is configured to be able to execute a continuous performance that suggests the possibility that the big hit symbol is displayed in a definite stop depending on the number of executions of the cycle. Note that the symbol variation game with continuous effects is executed for one start-up holding ball. Thereby, when a continuous effect is performed, it seems that a symbol variation game is executed a plurality of times in one symbol variation game. Hereinafter, a configuration and processing for executing a continuous effect will be described in detail.

  Whether or not the continuous effect is executed and the maximum number of fluctuation cycles when the continuous effect is executed can all be specified by the change pattern. For example, as shown in FIG. 4, among the variation patterns P1 to P4 for the big hit effect, the variation patterns P2 to P4 include a continuous effect in the effect contents. The fluctuation pattern P2 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed twice. Further, the fluctuation pattern P3 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed a maximum of three times. Further, the fluctuation pattern P4 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed a maximum of four times. The symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 to P4 for the big hit effect is configured so that the effect contents of the last (final) variation cycle can be specified based on the variation patterns P2 to P4. Specifically, in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 to P4 for the big hit effect, in the final variation cycle, the big hit symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed after the reach effect. . Further, in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P2 to P4 for the big hit effect, when the maximum number of variation cycles determined by the variation pattern is executed, the effect times of the variation cycles other than the last are the same. .

  In the present embodiment, when the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P3 to P4 for the big hit effect is executed, the button effect is executed at the end of the predetermined change cycle. The production contents of the fluctuation cycle to be executed are changed. As a result of the change of the effect contents, the number of fluctuation cycles is changed.

  Similarly, the variation patterns P6 to P8 among the variation patterns P5 to P8 for the outlier reach effect include a continuous effect in the effect contents. The fluctuation pattern P6 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed twice. Further, the fluctuation pattern P7 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed a maximum of three times. Further, the fluctuation pattern P8 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed a maximum of four times. Note that the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 to P8 for the outlier reach effect is configured such that the effect contents of the last variation cycle can be specified based on the variation patterns P6 to P8. Specifically, in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P6 to P8 for the outlier reach effect, the outlier symbol is displayed in the final variation cycle through the reach effect. Also, in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P6 to P8 for the outlier reach effect, when the maximum number of variation cycles determined by the variation pattern is executed, the effect time of the variation cycle other than the last is the one for the jackpot effect. It is the same as the effect time of the variation cycle other than the last in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 to P4.

  In the present embodiment, when the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P7 to P8 for the outlier reach effect is executed, the button effect is executed at the end of the predetermined change cycle. The contents of the effect of the next fluctuation cycle to be executed are changed. As a result of the change of the effect contents, the number of fluctuation cycles is changed.

  Similarly, the variation pattern P10 of the variation patterns P9 and P10 for the off-direction production includes a continuous production in the production content. The fluctuation pattern P10 can specify that the fluctuation cycle is executed twice. Note that the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P10 for the offending effect is configured such that the effect content of the last variation cycle can be specified based on the variation pattern P10. Specifically, in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P10 for the offending effect, the outlier symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state without passing the reach effect in the last variation cycle. Further, in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P10 for off-stage production, the variation cycle performance time is the same as the performance time of the variation cycle other than the last in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 to P4 for jackpot presentation. ing.

  In addition, when continuous production is executed in the present embodiment, the variation pattern distribution random numbers are distributed to each variation pattern so that the greater the variation cycle (maximum variation cycle number), the higher the possibility of winning a big hit. ing. That is, in the variation pattern P2 to P4 for the big hit effect in which the continuous effect is executed, the change pattern P2, which has more change cycles (longer effect time) and less change cycles (shorter effect time). The number of random numbers for distribution pattern distribution distributed more than P3 is larger. In addition, in the variation pattern P6 to P8 for the outlier reach effect or the outlier effect in which the continuous effect is executed, the change pattern P8 with more change cycles (longer effect time) has less change cycles (the effect time is shorter). ) The number of distributed random numbers for distribution pattern distribution is smaller than the distribution patterns P6 and P7. Further, in the present embodiment, in the variation patterns P9 and P10 for the off-stage production in which the continuous production is executed, the variation pattern P10 having more fluctuation cycles (longer production time) has fewer fluctuation cycles (shorter production time). ) The number of distributed random numbers for distribution pattern distribution is smaller than that of the variation pattern P9. That is, when a big hit is obtained, a fluctuation pattern having a large number of fluctuation cycles is easily determined. On the other hand, when it is a deviation, a fluctuation pattern having a small fluctuation cycle is easily determined.

  Next, in the present embodiment, the variation contents of the symbol variation game executed based on the variation pattern will be described with reference to FIG. Note that the variation content described below is the variation content of the symbol variation game executed on the effect display device 11.

  FIG. 5A shows the variation contents of the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P9 for deviation variation. In the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P9 for deviation variation, after the symbol variation game is started, the variation of the symbol sequence is stopped in the order of the upper row, the lower row, and the middle row every time a predetermined time elapses. A missing symbol based on the specified command is derived (determined stop display). In addition, when a loss symbol is displayed without going through the reach effect, it is indicated as normal fluctuation.

  FIG. 5B shows game variation contents based on variation patterns P1 and P5 for big hit variation or outlier reach production. In the game based on the variation patterns P1 and P5 for the big hit variation or the outreach reach effect, the variation of the specific row (upper and lower rows in the present embodiment) is sequentially stopped after the predetermined time has elapsed after the start of the symbol variation game. Thus, the reach symbol combination based on the stop symbol designation command for the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped and displayed. After that, through a first reach effect, a lost symbol or jackpot symbol based on a stop symbol designation command for a decorative symbol is derived (determined stop display).

  FIG. 5C shows the variation contents of the continuous effect including two variation cycles, and the variation contents based on the variation pattern P10 for the offending effect. In FIG. 5 (c), after the start of the symbol variation game, normal variation is performed as two variation cycles, and then the outlier symbol that is the final game result is derived.

  FIG. 5D shows the variation contents of the continuous effect including two variation cycles, and the variation contents based on the variation patterns P2 and P6 for the big hit variation or the outlier reach effect. In FIG. 5D, normal variation is performed as the first variation cycle after the start of the symbol variation game. After that, the last fluctuation cycle of the second time is started, and the change of the specific row (upper and lower rows in this embodiment) is sequentially stopped after a predetermined time has passed, so that the reach of the reach based on the stop symbol designation command for the decorative symbol The symbol combination is temporarily stopped. Then, the first reach effect based on the variation patterns P2 and P6 is executed, and the outlier symbol or jackpot symbol that is the final game result is derived in the second variation cycle.

  6 (e) and 6 (f) show the variation contents of the continuous production in which the maximum three fluctuation cycles can be executed, and the variation contents based on the variation patterns P3 and P7 for the big hit variation or the outlier reach production. is there. In FIG. 6 (e) and FIG. 6 (f), normal variation is performed as the first variation cycle after the start of the symbol variation game. The operation effective period of the effect button 16 is set and the button effect is executed after a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the first fluctuation cycle (time point T11). The button effect is, for example, an effect that prompts the user to operate the effect button 16 to display a character string such as “Push” during the operation effective period. When the effect button 16 is operated during the operation effective period, as shown in FIG. 6 (e), the first fluctuation cycle ends (the decorative symbols in each column are temporarily stopped). The second fluctuation cycle (normal fluctuation) is executed (starts fluctuation) (time T12). Then, when the second fluctuation cycle is finished (temporary stop display), the last third fluctuation cycle starts (fluctuation start) (time point T13), and after a predetermined time elapses (in the present embodiment, When the variation in the upper and lower rows is sequentially stopped, the reach symbol combination based on the stop symbol designation command for decorative symbols is temporarily stopped (time T14). Then, based on the variation pattern, the first reach effect is executed, and the outlier symbol or jackpot symbol that is the final game result is derived in the third variation cycle.

  On the other hand, when the effect button 16 is not operated during the button effect, as shown in FIG. 6 (f), the effect that the first fluctuation cycle is continued as it is and the second fluctuation cycle is originally executed. It is shown that the first reach production is performed in time. That is, at the end of the first fluctuation cycle (time point T12), the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped and the first reach effect is started from the time corresponding to the start of the second fluctuation cycle. . Thereafter, at the end of the second fluctuation cycle (time point T13), the first reach effect ends and the off symbol combination is temporarily displayed. After that, the last change cycle (originally the third) is started, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the change in the specific row (upper and lower rows in this embodiment) is stopped successively, thereby designating the stop symbol for the decorative design. The reach symbol combination based on the command is temporarily stopped. Then, the first reach effect is executed, and an outlier symbol or jackpot symbol that is the final game result is derived in the third fluctuation cycle. As described above, when the production button 16 is not operated, the production content of the second fluctuation cycle is changed from the normal fluctuation to the first reach production, and apparently the continuous production with two fluctuation cycles. Can be seen as if executed. In the present embodiment, for convenience of description, the description of the second variation cycle includes a period in which the second variation cycle is executed when the continuous production for the maximum variation cycle is performed. When described as the third fluctuation cycle, the period in which the third fluctuation cycle when the continuous effect for the maximum fluctuation cycle is executed is also included. Similarly, when describing as the fourth fluctuation cycle, the period in which the fourth fluctuation cycle when the continuous effect for the maximum fluctuation cycle is executed is also included.

  6 (g) to FIG. 6 (i) show the variation contents of the continuous production that can be executed at the maximum of four fluctuation cycles, and the variation contents based on the variation patterns P4 and P8 for the big hit variation or the outlier reach production. is there. In FIG. 6 (g) to FIG. 6 (i), normal variation is performed as each first variation cycle after the start of the symbol variation game. The operation effective period of the effect button 16 is set and a button effect is executed after a predetermined time has elapsed (time T21) from the start of the first fluctuation cycle. When the effect button 16 is operated during the operation effective period, the first variation cycle is completed (the decorative pattern in each column is displayed as shown in FIGS. 6 (g) and 6 (h)). Once stopped and displayed), the second fluctuation cycle (normal fluctuation) is executed (starting fluctuation) (time T22).

  When the second fluctuation cycle ends (decorative symbols in each column are temporarily displayed) (at time T23), the third fluctuation cycle (normal fluctuation) is executed. Then, after a predetermined time has elapsed from the third fluctuation cycle (time point T24), the second operation effective period is set and the second button effect is executed. And as shown in FIG.6 (g), when the production | presentation button 16 is operated during the said operation effective period, the 3rd fluctuation cycle is complete | finished (the decorative design of each row is stopped and displayed once), The fourth variation cycle is executed (variation start) (time T25). When the last variation cycle is started, the variation of the specific sequence (in this embodiment, the upper and lower columns) is sequentially stopped after the elapse of a predetermined time, so that the reach symbol combination based on the stop symbol designation command for the decorative symbol is achieved. The display is stopped once (time T26). Then, a second reach effect determined in advance by the variation patterns P4 and P8 is executed, and an outlier symbol or jackpot symbol that is the final game result is derived in the fourth variation cycle.

  On the other hand, if the production button 16 is not operated in the second button production, the third fluctuation cycle continues as it is and the fourth fluctuation cycle starts as shown in FIG. 6 (h). It is shown that the first reach effect different from the second reach effect is executed from time (time T25). Then, at the time when the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed in the fourth variation cycle (time T26), the first reach effect is finished, and the off symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed. After that, the symbols in the middle row are displayed again and again, and the second reach effect executed in the last (fourth) change cycle is continuously executed. After that, the second reach effect is finished, and a lost symbol or jackpot symbol that is the final game result is derived in the fourth variation cycle.

  On the other hand, if the production button 16 is not operated in the first button production, the first fluctuation cycle continues as it is as shown in FIG. It is shown that the first reach effect is executed in the effect time to be executed. That is, at the end of the first fluctuation cycle (time T22), the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped and the first reach effect is started from the time corresponding to the start of the second fluctuation cycle (time T22). It has become so. Originally, at the end of the second fluctuation cycle (time point T23), the first reach effect is ended, and the off symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed. When the first reach effect ends, the normal fluctuation cycle is executed from the beginning of the third fluctuation cycle (time T24). Then, at the end of the third fluctuation cycle (time point T25), the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed. Thereafter, the first reach effect is executed as it is from the start of the last fluctuation cycle (time T25). Then, at the time when the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed (time T26) in the fourth fluctuation cycle, the first reach effect is ended and the off symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed. After that, the symbols in the middle row are displayed again and again, and the second reach effect executed in the last (fourth) change cycle is continuously executed. After that, the second reach effect is finished, and a lost symbol or jackpot symbol that is the final game result is derived in the fourth variation cycle.

Next, a process for executing a continuous effect will be described.
As described above, the main control CPU 30a determines a variation pattern in the process related to the execution of the symbol variation game, and outputs a variation pattern designation command for designating the determined variation pattern. In addition, when the effect control CPU 31a inputs a change pattern designation command for designating change patterns P2 to P4, P6 to P8, and P10 including the effect in the effect, the process related to the effect is executed.

  When the effect control CPU 31a determines the continuous effect, the effect control CPU 31a first determines the symbol combination based on the decorative symbols to be temporarily stopped at the end of the variation cycle other than the last variation cycle. At this time, based on the variation pattern, the decorative symbols displayed at the end of each variation cycle are determined on the assumption that all the decorative symbols in all rows are temporarily stopped in all variation cycles other than the last variation cycle. In addition, the symbol combination that is temporarily stopped and displayed at the end of the variation cycle other than the last variation cycle is a predetermined chance (a symbol combination that is out of place). In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, eight symbol combinations are prepared for the chance eyes. Note that FIG. 7 shows that the same numerical symbol is displayed at the position of the x mark. Specifically, in any of the vertical effective lines L1 to L3, when the same numerical design is displayed in the upper row and the middle row, and the blank design before or after the numerical design is displayed in the lower row, Alternatively, when the same numeric symbol is displayed in the lower row and the middle row, and the blank symbol before or after the numeric symbol is displayed in the upper row, the chance eye is displayed.

  That is, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP3, HP6, and HP8, the chance eye CA is displayed. In addition, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP2, HP5, HP9, the chance eye CB is displayed. Further, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP2, HP5, HP7, the chance eye CC is displayed. Further, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP1, HP4, and HP8, the chance CD is displayed. Further, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP2, HP6, HP9, the chance eye CE is displayed. In addition, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP3, HP5, HP8, the chance CF is displayed. Further, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP1, HP5, HP8, the chance eye CG is displayed. Further, when the same kind of numerical symbols are displayed in the stop display areas HP2, HP4, HP7, the chance CH is displayed.

  In addition, the CPU 31a for effect control does not determine the chance eye as an off symbol to be confirmed and stopped. In other words, chances are not displayed in the last fluctuation cycle. For this reason, when the chance is displayed, the player can recognize that the continuous production is being performed and the next fluctuation cycle is executed. The effect control CPU 31a determines the type of decorative design to be displayed in each row based on the determined chance item (arrangement thereof).

  When the chance eye is determined, the effect control CPU 31a next selects a chance eye display pattern. The display pattern is a pattern indicating how the decorative symbols in each column are changed and stopped to display the chance eye. In the present embodiment, there are three types of chance display patterns, and the effect control CPU 31a selects a display pattern from the display patterns CP1 to CP3. At this time, as shown in FIG. 7, display patterns that can be selected are associated with each determined chance item (arrangement). That is, when the chance item CA, CC, CD, CF, CG, CH is determined, the effect control CPU 31a selects the display pattern CP1, CP3. When the chances CB and CE are determined, the effect control CPU 31a selects the display patterns CP1 and CP2.

  When the button effect is executed at the end of the variation cycle, that is, the first variation cycle of the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P3, P4, P7, and P8, and the symbol variation game 3 based on the variation patterns P4 and P8. In the second fluctuation cycle, display patterns CP2 and CP3 other than the display pattern CP1 are selected.

  Next, after determining the chance item and the display pattern in each fluctuation cycle other than the last fluctuation cycle, the continuous effect execution processing related to the actual continuous effect will be described with reference to FIGS.

  The effect control CPU 31a determines whether or not the specified variation pattern is a variation pattern P2, P6, or P10 in which the button effect is not included in the effect content (step S101). When this determination result is affirmative, the effect control CPU 31a starts the symbol variation game based on the designated variation patterns P2, P6, and P10 at the start of the symbol variation game, and executes the first variation cycle ( Step S102). When the variation pattern P2, P6, P10 in which the button effect is not included in the effect content is designated in the first variation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a is based on the display patterns CP1 to CP3 determined in the first variation cycle. Thus, the determined chance eye is displayed without executing the reach effect (step S102).

  Specifically, when the display pattern CP1 is determined, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the symbols in each column in the normal manner (in the order of the upper column → the lower column → the middle column). Stop and display your eyes.

  On the other hand, when the display pattern CP2 is determined, the effect control CPU 31a first stops and displays the reach symbol combination on the central effective line L2 based on the display pattern CP2. At this time, the decorative symbols constituting the reach symbol combination are the same as the number symbols (designated symbols for the chance eye) that are stopped at the position of the cross (FIG. 7) at the chance eye. After that, when the decorative design that should be stopped in the middle row is displayed in the previous stop display area as a chance, the effect control CPU 31a again displays the decorative design in the lower row again, and is the same as the decorative design in the middle row. Advance one order as follows. As a result, the effect control CPU 31a displays the chance eye based on the display pattern CP2.

  When the display pattern CP3 is designated, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the reach symbol combination on one of the effective lines L2, L3, and L5 according to the determined chance. At this time, the decorative symbols constituting the symbol combination of the reach to be displayed are the same as the numerical symbols to be stopped at the position of the x mark at the chance eye. More specifically, when the chance eyes CA and CF are determined, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the reach symbol combination on the effective line L3. Also. When the chances CC and CH are determined, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the reach symbol combination on the effective line L2. When the chance CDs CG are determined, the presentation control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the reach symbol combination on the effective line L5.

  After that, when the decorative design to be stopped in the middle row is displayed in the previous stop display area as a chance, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative design in the lower row in a reverse order (from left to right) again in a variable manner. Then, one of the decorative symbols in the lower row is returned and the order of the decorative symbols in the middle row is advanced by one and displayed. As a result, the effect control CPU 31a displays the chance eye based on the display pattern CP3.

  Next, the effect control CPU 31a executes the second fluctuation cycle. When the variation patterns P2, P6, and P10 in which the button effect is not included in the effect content are designated, the effect control CPU 31a executes the variation cycle and is designated based on the designated variation patterns P2, P6, and P10. The decorative symbols of each column determined according to the changed pattern and the special symbol are confirmed and stopped (step S103). Then, the continuous execution process ends.

  On the other hand, if the determination result in step S101 is negative, the effect control CPU 31a has specified the change patterns P3 and P7 in which the button effect is included in the effect contents in the first change cycle and the maximum number of change cycles is three. It is determined whether or not (step S104). When this determination result is affirmative (when the variation patterns P3 and P7 are designated), in the first variation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a executes the button effect after a predetermined time determined based on the variation pattern. (Step S105).

  More specifically, the effect control CPU 31a specifies, based on the determined display pattern and chance, at the start of the button effect determined based on the variation pattern, the reach symbol combination of the symbols constituting the chance eye by the display pattern. Stop display on the active line. At the same time, the effect control CPU 31a sets the operation effective period of the effect button 16 and starts the button effect.

  Next, the effect control CPU 31a determines whether or not the effect button 16 has been operated during the operation effective period (step S106). When this determination result is affirmative, that is, when the effect button 16 is operated during the operation effective period, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative pattern in the lower row in a variably displayed again according to the determined display pattern, and the order is 1 The chance is temporarily stopped or displayed once (Step S107). That is, the symbols of the reach symbols are slid to display the chances, and the first fluctuation cycle is completed. The operation effective period is set until a decorative symbol that should be stopped in the middle row as a chance is displayed in the previous stop display area.

  Next, when the variation patterns P3 and P7 are designated and the effect button 16 is operated during the first operation valid period, the effect control CPU 31a, after the end of the first change cycle, The decorative pattern of all the rows is displayed in a variably manner, and the second fluctuation cycle is started. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 31a normally changes the second fluctuation cycle by temporarily stopping and displaying the determined chance based on the display pattern in the decided second fluctuation cycle (step S108).

  When the second fluctuation cycle ends and when the third fluctuation cycle starts, next, the presentation control CPU 31a starts the last fluctuation cycle based on the fluctuation pattern, and decides through the first reach production. The symbol combination (game display result) of the decorative symbols that has been made is confirmed and stopped (step S109).

  On the other hand, when the determination result in step S106 is negative (when the effect button 16 is not operated during the operation valid period), the effect control CPU 31a does not follow the determined display pattern and ends at the end of the first fluctuation cycle. The reach symbol combinations are temporarily stopped and displayed, and the middle row decorative symbols are continuously displayed in a variable manner (step S110).

  Then, the effect control CPU 31a changes the effect content of the second variation cycle to the predetermined first reach effect, and executes it from the start of the second variation cycle (step S111). That is, in the first variation cycle, the symbols in the middle row are variably displayed with the reach symbol combination temporarily stopped, so that the first reach is not changed from the time when the second variation cycle is originally started. Start production. Then, the production control CPU 31a displays the display pattern CP2 determined in the first variation cycle so that the chances determined in the first variation cycle are displayed at the end of the second variation cycle. After changing the decorative symbols in all rows based on CP3, the decorative symbols in all rows are temporarily stopped (step S111). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 31a executes the process of step S109 and ends the continuous effect execution process.

  On the other hand, when the determination result of step S104 is negative, that is, when the variation patterns P4 and P8 having the maximum variation cycle number of 4 are designated, in the first variation cycle, the presentation control CPU 31a is based on the variation pattern. After a predetermined time elapses, the first button effect is executed (step S112).

  Next, the effect control CPU 31a determines whether or not the effect button 16 is operated during the first operation valid period (step S113). When this determination result is affirmative, that is, when the effect button 16 is operated during the operation effective period, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative pattern in the lower row in a variably displayed again according to the determined display pattern, and the order is 1 The chance is temporarily stopped or displayed once (Step S114). That is, the symbols of the reach symbols are slid to display the chances, and the first fluctuation cycle is completed. The operation effective period is set until a decorative symbol that should be stopped in the middle row as a chance is displayed in the previous stop display area.

  Next, when the variation patterns P4 and P8 are designated and the effect button 16 is operated during the first operation valid period, the effect control CPU 31a, after the end of the first change cycle, The decorative pattern of all the rows is displayed in a variably manner, and the second fluctuation cycle is started. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 31a normally changes the second fluctuation cycle by temporarily stopping and displaying the determined chance based on the display pattern in the determined second fluctuation cycle (step S115).

  Then, in the third variation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a causes the second button effect to be executed after a lapse of a predetermined time determined based on the variation pattern (step S116). Next, the effect control CPU 31a determines whether or not the effect button 16 has been operated during the second operation effective period (step S117). When the determination result is affirmative, that is, when the effect button 16 is operated during the second operation effective period, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative pattern in the lower row in a variably displayed manner according to the determined display pattern, The order is advanced by one or returned by one, and the chances are temporarily stopped and displayed (step S118). That is, the symbols of the reach symbols are slid to display the chances, and the third fluctuation cycle is completed. The operation effective period is set until a decorative symbol that should be stopped in the middle row as a chance is displayed in the previous stop display area.

  When the third variation cycle ends and when the fourth variation cycle starts, the effect control CPU 31a starts the last variation cycle based on the variation pattern, and through the second reach production, the decorative pattern determined. The symbol combination (game display result) is confirmed and stopped (step S119). And a continuous production execution process is complete | finished.

  On the other hand, when the determination result of step S113 is negative (when the effect button 16 is not operated during the first operation effective period), the effect control CPU 31a does not follow the determined display pattern and the first fluctuation cycle. Until reaching the end point, the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped and displayed, and the middle row decorative symbols are continuously displayed in a variable manner (step S120).

Then, the production control CPU 31a changes the production content of the second fluctuation cycle to the predetermined first reach production, and executes the change cycle from the start of the second fluctuation cycle (step S121). That is, in the first variation cycle, the symbols in the middle row are variably displayed with the reach symbol combination temporarily stopped, so that the first reach is not changed from the time when the second variation cycle is originally started. Start production. Then, the production control CPU 31a displays the display pattern CP2 determined in the first variation cycle so that the chances determined in the first variation cycle are displayed at the end of the second variation cycle. After changing the decorative symbols in all rows based on CP3, the decorative symbols in all rows are temporarily stopped (step S121). Thereafter, at the start of the third fluctuation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a variably displays the decorative symbols in all rows based on the designated fluctuation pattern, and starts the third fluctuation cycle (step S122).
If the determination result in step S117 is negative or after the process in step S122, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily determines the reach symbol combination configured based on the determined chance item until the third variation cycle is completed. While the display is stopped, the decorative symbols in the middle row are continuously displayed in a variable manner (step S123). That is, if the effect button 16 is not operated during the first or second operation effective period, the effect control CPU 31a does not follow the determined display pattern, and determines the determined chance until the third fluctuation cycle is completed. The reach symbol combination configured based on the eyes is once stopped and displayed, and the decorative symbols in the middle row are continuously displayed in a variable manner.

  Then, when the effect button 16 is not operated in the second button effect or when the second button effect is not executed, the effect control CPU 31a performs the fourth change at the start of the fourth change cycle. The production contents of the cycle are changed, and a predetermined first reach production is executed (step S124). In other words, in the third fluctuation cycle, the symbols in the middle row are variably displayed while the reach symbol combination is temporarily stopped. Therefore, the first reach is not changed from the time when the fourth fluctuation cycle is originally started. Start production. Then, the CPU 31a for effect control originally displays the out-of-line symbol combination on all the effective lines L1 to L5 at the time when the symbol combination of the fourth variation cycle is displayed. Is temporarily stopped and displayed (step S124). Thereafter, in the fourth variation cycle, the production control CPU 31a displays the middle row of decorative symbols in a variable manner at the time when the second reach production starts to be executed, thereby executing the second reach production (step S125). Thereafter, the CPU 31a for effect control causes the determined combination of decorative symbols (game display result) to be confirmed and stopped (step S125).

  Next, the effect aspect of a continuous effect is demonstrated. 10 to 13 will be described on the assumption that the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4 has been executed. 10 to 13, it is assumed that the chance eye CA and the display pattern CP3 are determined in the first fluctuation cycle, and the chance eye CB and the display pattern CP2 are determined in the second fluctuation cycle. Further, the description will be made assuming that the chance CA and the display pattern CP3 are determined in the third fluctuation cycle. 10 and 11 will be described on the assumption that the effect button 16 is operated in the first and second button effects. In FIG. 12, it is assumed that the effect button 16 is operated in the first button effect and the effect button 16 is not operated in the second button effect. Further, in FIG. 13, description will be made assuming that the effect button 16 is not operated in the first button effect.

First, the case where the production button 16 is operated in the first and second button effects will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 and 11.
As shown in FIG. 10, when the symbol variation game is started, the effect control CPU 31a executes the first variation cycle (FIG. 10A). Then, based on the premise, the effect control CPU 31a causes the button effect to be executed when a predetermined time elapses in the first fluctuation cycle based on the fluctuation pattern P4 (FIG. 10B). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 10B, after the reach symbol combination [1 ↓ 1] is stopped on the effective line L3, the operation effective period is set and the button operation is prompted (FIG. 10). In FIG. 13, the character string “Push” is executed. In the present embodiment, the operation effective period is set only for the period in which the player is notified that the reach has been reached after displaying the reach symbol combination. In other words, it is notified that the reach has been reached during the operation effective period. In the present embodiment, as shown in the figure, the character string “reach!” Is displayed to notify that the reach has been reached.

  Since the effect button 16 is operated from the premise, the effect control CPU 31a changes the middle row of decorative symbols based on the determined display pattern CP3, and reverts the lower row of decorative symbols to one order. Fluctuation display is performed (FIG. 10C). Thereby, the CPU 31a for effect control temporarily stops the chance eye so that [11 * (1.5)] is displayed on the effective line L3 (FIG. 10 (d)).

  As a result, after making it think that the reach effect is executed, the next fluctuation cycle is started and the continuous effect continues, so that the player can execute the reach effect until the end, and It can be noted whether or not the continuous production continues. Further, if the effect button 16 is not operated, the effect contents of the preceding symbol variation game are changed, so that the player can consider whether or not to operate the effect button 16 and improve the interest of the game. be able to.

  Next, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in all rows in a variably manner and starts the second variation cycle (FIG. 10 (e)). Then, the effect control CPU 31a stops the reach symbol combination [2 ↓ 2] on the effective line L2 based on the display pattern CP2 from the premise (FIG. 10 (f)), and then changes the decorative symbol in the middle row. At the same time, it is displayed again so as to advance the order of the decorative symbols in the lower row by one (FIG. 10 (g)). Thereby, the CPU 31a for effect control temporarily stops the chance eye so that [22 ☆ (1.5)] is displayed on the effective line L2 (FIG. 10 (h)).

  As described above, since there are a plurality of types of display patterns of chances, it is impossible to predict how the chances are displayed, and the player can be entertained. In addition, as shown in FIG. 10, according to the display pattern, in the display area, the order of the decorative symbols in the lower row once stopped and displayed is changed again so that the order of the decorative symbols is advanced by one or back. Can be shown from the start of movement to the stop, and it can be shown to the player in an easy-to-understand manner that it has changed again. That is, since the player does not return from the display area (screen) or move forward, the player can easily understand that the player has changed again.

  Next, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in all rows in a variable manner based on the variation pattern P4, and executes the third variation cycle (FIG. 11 (a)). Then, the effect control CPU 31a causes the second button effect to be executed when a predetermined time elapses in the third change cycle based on the change pattern P4 (FIG. 11B). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 11B, after the reach symbol combination [1 ↓ 1] is stopped on the effective line L3, an operation effective period is set, and an effect that prompts button operation is executed. .

  Since the effect button 16 is operated from the premise, the effect control CPU 31a changes the middle row of decorative symbols based on the determined display pattern CP3, and reverts the lower row of decorative symbols to one order. Fluctuation is displayed (FIG. 11 (c)). Thereby, the CPU 31a for effect control temporarily stops the chance eye so that [11 * (1.5)] is displayed on the effective line L3 (FIG. 11 (d)).

  Next, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in all rows in a variably manner and starts the fourth variation cycle (FIG. 11 (e)). Then, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the reach symbol combination based on the variation pattern P4, and executes the second reach effect (FIG. 11 (f)). Thereafter, the CPU 31a for effect control causes the decorative symbols in each column to be confirmed and stopped so that [111] is displayed on the active line L3, and the symbol variation game is terminated (FIG. 11 (g)).

  Next, the case where the effect button 16 is operated in the first button effect and the effect button 16 is not operated in the second button effect will be described. Since the second variation cycle is the same as that in FIG. 10 until the end of the second fluctuation cycle, the drawing and description are omitted.

  The effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in all rows in a variable manner based on the variation pattern P4, and executes the third variation cycle (FIG. 12A). Then, the effect control CPU 31a causes the second button effect to be executed when a predetermined time elapses in the third change cycle based on the change pattern P4 (FIG. 12B). Specifically, as shown in FIG. 12B, after the reach symbol combination [1 ↓ 1] is stopped on the effective line L3, an operation effective period is set, and an effect that prompts button operation is executed. .

  Since the effect button 16 is not operated from the premise, the effect control CPU 31a displays the symbols in the middle row in a variably displayed state while the reach symbol combination is stopped and displayed until the end of the third change cycle. Then, at the start of the fourth fluctuation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a changes the effect contents to execute the first reach effect (FIG. 12C). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the decorative symbols in the middle row based on the variation pattern P4 so that the shifted symbol combination is displayed before the start of the second reach effect (FIG. 12D). )). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 31a displays the middle row of decorative symbols again based on the variation pattern P4, and executes the second reach effect (FIG. 12E). Then, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in each column in a fixed stop display so that [111] is displayed on the active line L3, and ends the symbol variation game (FIG. 12 (f)).

  Thus, the first reach effect can be executed by not operating the effect button 16. For this reason, two types of reach effects, the first reach effect and the second reach effect, can be executed, and variations in game effects can be increased. In addition, even if the first reach effect is lost, the second reach effect is executed and a big hit is made, so that the player thinks that there is still a chance even if the first reach effect is lost. be able to. Also, by making the time from the start of the fourth fluctuation cycle to the start of the second reach production the same as the time of each fluctuation cycle, the production from the start of the fourth fluctuation cycle to the start of the second reach production The content can be changed to the first reach production as it is. For this reason, control becomes simple. In addition, when the effect button 16 is not operated, the reach design combination is displayed and the effect contents of the fourth variation cycle are changed while the middle row of the symbols is variably displayed, and the first reach effect is executed. Is done. For this reason, the game can be executed without giving the player a sense of incongruity that the effect contents of the change cycle have been changed. In addition, even if the game is a symbol variation game based on a variation pattern that includes a continuous performance in which four variation cycles are executed in the production content, the player has performed three variations of the continuous cycle. It can be reminiscent. That is, it is possible to make the player think that the operation of the effect button 16 in the button effect increases the number of fluctuation cycles and the jackpot expectation level is improved, and the effect button 16 is easily operated.

  Next, a case where the production button 16 is not operated in the first button production will be described. Note that until the first button effect is executed, the processing is the same as in FIGS. 10A and 10B, and thus the drawings and description are omitted.

  Even if the button effect is executed, since the effect button 16 is not operated from the premise, the effect control CPU 31a keeps the reach symbol combination temporarily stopped until the end of the first fluctuation cycle. Fluctuating the symbol of the column. Then, at the start of the second fluctuation cycle, the production control CPU 31a changes the production contents of the second fluctuation cycle and executes the first reach production (FIG. 13A). After that, at the end of the second fluctuation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a displays the symbols in each column in a variable manner so that the chances are displayed, and temporarily stops the symbols in each column (FIG. 13 (b)). . Then, at the start of the third fluctuation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a displays the symbols in each column in a variably displayed state and executes the third fluctuation cycle (FIG. 13C).

  After that, since the effect button 16 was not operated in the first button effect, the effect control CPU 31a temporarily stops and displays the reach symbol combination based on the chance eye without executing the second button effect (see FIG. 13 (d)). Then, the effect control CPU 31a displays the symbols in the middle row in a variably displayed state with the reach symbol combination temporarily stopped until the end of the third variation cycle. Then, at the start of the fourth fluctuation cycle, the effect control CPU 31a changes the effect contents to execute the first reach effect (FIG. 13 (e)). Thereafter, the CPU 31a for effect control temporarily displays the decorative symbols in the middle row based on the variation pattern P4 so that the shifted symbol combinations are displayed before the start of the second reach effect (FIG. 13 (f )). After that, the effect control CPU 31a displays the middle row of decorative symbols again based on the variation pattern P4, and executes the second reach effect (FIG. 13G). Then, the effect control CPU 31a displays the decorative symbols in each column in a fixed stop display so that [111] is displayed on the active line L3, and ends the symbol variation game (FIG. 13 (h)).

  As a result, when the effect button 16 is not operated in the first button effect, the button effect is not executed thereafter. As a result, the player who feels that the operation of the effect button 16 is troublesome can be prevented from prompting the player to operate the effect button 16 many times. Further, since the subsequent contents of the effect are changed by the first operation of the effect button 16, it is possible to make the player think about whether to operate the effect button 16. In addition, when the production button 16 is not operated in the first button production, the reach production is executed three times, which is more than usual, so that the player thinks that the chance of winning a big game has increased. be able to. Therefore, even when the effect button 16 is not operated, it is possible to maintain a sense of expectation for the big hit. The time of each fluctuation cycle other than the last time is the same, and the fluctuation cycle is changed to the first reach production. For this reason, even if the production contents of the fluctuation cycle are changed, the control can be simplified.

As described above in detail, the present embodiment has the following effects.
(1) When the effect control CPU 31a executes a continuous effect based on the specified variation pattern, the reach symbol combination is established in a variation cycle (first or third) predetermined by the variation pattern. Let After that, when the effect button 16 is operated during the button effect operation effective period set based on the variation pattern, the effect control CPU 31a displays the lower row of symbols again in a variable manner, and determines a predetermined chance. Display and start the next fluctuation cycle. On the other hand, when the production button 16 is not operated, the production content of the next fluctuation cycle is changed and the reach production is executed as it is. That is, even if a reach symbol combination is displayed on any of the effective lines L1 to L5, if the player operates the effect button 16 in the button effect, the chance is displayed. The next fluctuation cycle is executed. Thereby, it can recognize that a continuous production continues. On the other hand, when the effect button 16 is not operated, the effect content of the next fluctuation cycle is changed, and the reach effect is executed instead of executing the normal change. For this reason, even if the reach symbol combination is displayed, it is impossible to predict whether the reach effect will be executed and whether the continuous effect will continue. For this reason, it can be noted whether or not the reach effect is executed and whether or not the continuous effect continues. In addition, it is possible to increase the interest of the game by increasing the variation of the continuous performance.

  (2) When the effect button 16 is not operated in the operation valid period after the reach control CPU 31a establishes the reach symbol combination in the predetermined change cycle, the effect contents of the next change cycle And the reach production is executed as it is, and then the chance cycle is displayed to end the fluctuation cycle. Then, after that, a new variation cycle is executed to continue the continuous performance. Thereby, even when the reach effect is executed, the chance eyes are stopped and displayed, and the continuous effect can be continued. For this reason, even if it is a case where reach production is performed, it can make a player think that a continuous production may continue. In addition, it is possible to increase the interest of the game by increasing the variation of the continuous performance.

  (3) When the effect button 16 is not operated in the first button effect, the button effect is executed again and the operation valid period is not set. That is, the symbol variation game is executed based on the variation pattern. For this reason, the player who feels that the operation of the effect button 16 is troublesome will not be made more troublesome than necessary.

  (4) The effect control CPU 31a changes the display pattern of the chance eye that can be selected according to the determined chance eye type. In other words, the effect control CPU 31a determines the reach according to the type of chance item to be displayed when the effect button 16 is operated in the operation effective period after the reach symbol combination is established in the predetermined fluctuation cycle. It is determined how to display the decorative symbol of any symbol column in the column. For this reason, when displaying a chance eye from a reach symbol combination, the chance eye can be displayed by changing the design so as not to feel unnaturalness.

In addition, you may change the said embodiment as follows.
In the above embodiment, the effect display device 11 is a liquid crystal type, but it may be a dot matrix type or an 8-segment LED type effect display device, or may be a mechanical effect display device such as a drum type.

In the above embodiment, the number and type of variation patterns may be arbitrarily changed.
In the above embodiment, the reach determination value and the reach probability may be changed according to the gaming state (presence / absence of probability variation state, number of reserved memories, etc.).

In the embodiment described above, the number of active lines where the display result (symbol combination) of the symbol variation game is effective (big hit) may be changed.
-Although the above embodiment has been embodied in a pachinko gaming machine that uses one special symbol, it is a pachinko gaming machine that draws a big hit using two special symbols consisting of a first special symbol and a second special symbol. It may be embodied.

  In the above embodiment, the button effect is executed when the next fluctuation cycle exists. However, the button effect may be executed when the next fluctuation cycle does not exist. In this case, even if the effect button 16 is operated during the operation effective period set during the button effect, the chance combination is not displayed, and the symbol combinations other than the chance eyes are displayed, and the symbol variation game is displayed. Will end.

  In the above embodiment, when the effect button 16 is operated during the button effect, the chance chance is always stopped and displayed, and the next fluctuation cycle is executed. As another example, even if the effect button 16 is operated, the reach effect may be executed without executing the next fluctuation cycle. For example, when the variation patterns P1 and P5 are designated, the reach effect may be executed regardless of the presence or absence of the button operation after the effect that prompts the button operation is executed.

  In the above embodiment, when the next fluctuation cycle exists, the chance eye is displayed. However, the chance eye may not be displayed. A simple symbol combination may be displayed.

  -In the said embodiment, although the design combination of reach was displayed at the time of the button production start, it does not need to display. In this case, when the production button 16 is not operated, the decorative design of each row may be displayed again and the reach design combination may be displayed once to execute the reach production.

  -In the said embodiment, you may change arbitrarily the timing at which a button production is performed, if it is in the fluctuation cycle in which the following fluctuation cycle exists. That is, any change other than the last fluctuation cycle may be made. For example, a button effect may be set during the second fluctuation cycle.

In the above embodiment, the production time of each fluctuation cycle other than the last fluctuation cycle is the same, but may be arbitrarily changed.
In the above embodiment, when the effect button 16 is not operated, the first reach effect is executed, but the type of reach effect may be arbitrarily changed. For example, the second reach effect may be executed.

  In the above-described embodiment, the display patterns CP2 and CP3 are provided to display the decorative symbols that are once stopped and displayed again at the end of each change cycle to display the chance eyes. However, the display patterns CP2 and CP3 may not be provided.

-In the said embodiment, you may change a chance eye arbitrarily. For example, a predetermined outlier reach symbol combination such as [767] may be used as a chance.
In the above embodiment, the production control CPU 31a produces the next fluctuation cycle when the production button 16 is operated during the operation effective period during the production of the buttons, The contents may be changed and the reach production may be executed as it is. As a result, even when the effect button 16 is operated, it is impossible to predict whether the reach effect will be performed and whether the continuous effect will continue. For this reason, it is possible to make the player pay attention to whether or not the reach effect is performed and whether or not the continuous effect is continued.

  In the above embodiment, when the effect button 16 is not operated once in the button effect, the button effect is not executed thereafter, but the button effect may be executed. Thereby, even if the effect button 16 cannot be operated due to some mistake, it is possible to give the player an opportunity to operate the effect button 16 again.

  In the above embodiment, when the button effect is not executed, the first reach effect is executed by changing the effect content of the next fluctuation cycle, but it is not necessary to change it.

  In the above embodiment, when the production control CPU 31a terminates the first reach production and executes the second reach production, the middle row of symbols is temporarily stopped and displayed at the end of the first reach production. In the active line, the combination of shifted symbols is temporarily displayed. As another example, the effect control CPU 31a may leave the middle row of symbols variably displayed even at the end of the first reach effect. In this case, for example, the display speed of the middle row of symbols may be reduced at the end of the first reach effect, and may be returned to the original speed at the start of the second reach effect. Further, it may be clearly indicated that the first reach effect has been completed and the second reach effect has been started, for example, by changing the background image or the appearing character.

Next, a technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.
(A) When the control means has won a random number lottery when the effect operation means is operated during the operation valid period after establishing a reach symbol combination in a predetermined fluctuation cycle Displays the symbol of any symbol row in the specific column again, displays the predetermined chance number and starts the next variation cycle, while the reach symbol in the predetermined variation cycle After the combination is established, when the production operation means is operated during the operation valid period, if the random selection is performed and the selection is lost, the production content of the next fluctuation cycle is changed and the reach production is executed as it is. The

(B) The control means, after establishing a reach symbol combination in a predetermined fluctuation cycle, when the production operation means is operated during the operation effective period, according to the type of chance item to be displayed. , it is determined how varying display the symbols of any of the symbol rows of the specific column.

  (C) a display means for executing a symbol variation game in which a plurality of types of symbols are variably displayed in a predetermined order in a plurality of symbol rows, the display means from the start of variable display of symbols in all rows; In a game that executes a continuous effect in which a variable cycle in which a period from the start of variable display of symbols in all rows to a single stop display is continuously executed a plurality of times in a symbol change game in which the display until the fixed stop is displayed once , A variation pattern determining means for determining a variation pattern for specifying the effect contents of the symbol variation game, and determining whether or not to execute the continuous effect based on the variation pattern determined by the variation pattern determining means, and executing the continuous effect In the case of performing, a variation cycle determining means for determining the maximum variation cycle number constituting one symbol variation game and a symbol combination derived in the variation cycle are formed. A symbol determining means for determining a symbol of the symbol row, an effect operating means operable by the player, and a control means for controlling execution of the game effect relating to the symbol variation game, the symbol determining means, When a continuous effect of the maximum variation cycle number determined by the variation cycle determination means is executed in the symbol variation game, each chance cycle can be displayed in a variation cycle other than the last variation cycle. The symbol of the symbol row is determined, and the control means specifies a fluctuation cycle other than the last fluctuation cycle based on the number of fluctuation cycles determined by the fluctuation cycle determination means when continuous production is executed, and specifies the specified fluctuation. In any variable cycle of the cycle, the same type of symbols is temporarily stopped and displayed in a predetermined column to form a reach symbol combination. After that, when the production operation means is operated, the symbols in any one of the specific columns are variably displayed again, the chance eyes are displayed, and the next variation cycle is started. On the other hand, when the operation means for production is not operated, the content of the next fluctuation cycle is changed, and the reach production is executed as it is.

  DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 30 ... Main control board, 30a ... Main control CPU, 30b ... Main control ROM, 30c ... Main control RAM, 31 ... Production display control board, 31a ... Production control CPU, P1-P10 ... Fluctuation pattern.

Claims (2)

Display means for executing a symbol variation game in a plurality of symbol sequences, wherein the display means divides the symbol variation game in which a period from the start of variable display of symbols in all columns to a fixed stop display is divided into a plurality of predetermined periods. In a game machine in which a continuous production is executed in which a fluctuating cycle is continuously executed a plurality of times,
Operation means for directing that can be operated by the player,
Control means for controlling execution of a game effect related to the symbol variation game,
The control means includes
When the continuous production is executed, in a predetermined variation cycle, the same kind of symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in a predetermined column, and a reach symbol combination is established,
Thereafter, when the effect operation means is operated during the operation effective period of the effect operation means, the chance cycle that can specify that the continuous effect is continued is temporarily stopped and then displayed in the next fluctuation cycle. In the case where the variation display of the symbols in all the rows is started, and if the operation means for production is not operated during the operation effective period, the combination of the symbols of the reach that is temporarily stopped in the next variation cycle A game machine characterized in that a reach production is executed based on the game. Operation means for directing that can be operated by the player,
Control means for controlling the execution of game effects related to the symbol variation game,
The control means includes
A continuous effect can be executed in which a variation cycle in which one symbol variation game is divided into a plurality of predetermined periods is continuously performed,
The communication Zokuen unloading, the symbol combination of the reach is established by the same type of symbol to a particular column in the variation cycle is stopped and displayed once after its, the presentation in the operation lifetime of the presentation manipulation means When the operation means for operation is operated, the first effect for starting the next fluctuation cycle is provided after temporarily stopping the chance that can specify that the continuous effect continues .
It is an effect different from the continuous effect, and a design combination of reach is established by temporarily stopping and displaying the same type of symbol in a specific column, and then, for the effect in the operation effective period of the effect operation means A gaming machine further comprising a second effect for executing a reach effect on the basis of the symbol combination of the reach once stopped and displayed even when the operation means is operated .

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