JP6420979B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine capable of executing a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by a variable display means.

  As what is generally known as this type of gaming machine, there is one that can execute a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (symbols) that can be identified by the variable display means. In this gaming machine, there are cases where special identification information such as small symbols corresponding to each of the plurality of identification information is displayed when a plurality of identification information such as decorative symbols becomes invisible (patent) Reference 1).

Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2011-183203 (paragraph 0033, FIG. 43)

  However, in Patent Document 1, control is performed to display all of the special identification information even if a part of the identification information is not visually recognized. If the identification information is stopped and displayed, it is necessary to stop and display the corresponding special identification information in order to match the correspondence between the symbols. there were.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine capable of suppressing the processing load of display control.

(1) A gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of executing a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (decorative symbols) that can be identified by the variable display means (image display device 5),
Provided with display control means (effect control CPU 120) for controlling the fluctuation display means,
The display control means includes
Control for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information in a plurality of display areas in the first display area (decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R);
Decoration as identification information Te plurality of display areas odor in the first display area by displaying an image over the first display region (decorative pattern) and concealment or an invisible state (FIG. 56 (11) Control to display special identification information in a plurality of display areas in the second display area (small hit display areas 91, 92, 93) corresponding to the plurality of display areas in the first display area (low display) 41 (S372 in FIG. 41, S472 in FIG. 51) for displaying decorative symbols in a state other than the probability second effect mode,
The identification information and the special identification information can be displayed at the same time, and the identification information is displayed in at least some of the plurality of display areas in the first display area in which the identification information is difficult to view or invisible. In the second display area corresponding to the display area that has been made easier to visually recognize (when decorative symbols appear in order as in (12), (16), and (17) in FIG. 56), The special identification information in the display area is erased and other special identification information is left and displayed ((12) to (17) in FIG. 56). Control (rear decoration design displaying character 94 in the low-probability second effect mode) S372 in FIG. 41 and S472 in FIG. 51 for executing the effect of deleting the corresponding small hits at the same time,
After the identification information is easily recognized in the display area of the first display area that has been visually recognized (a temporary stop display of the right pattern in FIG. 56 (13)), the identification information that has been easily recognized is changed to another identification information. Execute control (S372 in FIG. 41 and S472 in FIG. 51 for executing the slip effect in the low-probability second effect mode) for performing the change effect to be changed (change effect by the slip effect in FIGS. 56 (14) and (15)). Is possible,
The change effect is selected from a plurality of predetermined change effects (a plurality of types of slip effects by the first character to the third character in FIG. 43) (S3013 and S3015 in FIG. 45).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the processing load of display control by the display control means.

  (2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), a display result for determining a display result in a variable display of identification information based on whether or not to control to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) and a predetermined determination condition Further, a determination means (production control CPU 120, S3023, S3024, S3027 in FIG. 44) is further provided.

  According to such a configuration, the processing load of the display control unit can be suppressed in the configuration including the display result determining unit.

(3) In the gaming machine according to (1) or (2), a first variation display means (first special symbol display device) that executes variation display of the first identification information (first special symbol) and derives a display result. 4A) and
A second variation display means (second special symbol display device 4B) for performing variation display of the second identification information (second special symbol) and deriving a display result;
When a specific display result is derived to either the first variation display means or the second variation display means, the state shifts to a specific gaming state (S1306 in FIG. 18, S2306 in FIG. 31),
Fluctuation display execution means (CPU 103, S921, S922) capable of executing the fluctuation display of the first identification information and the fluctuation display of the second identification information in parallel,
Gaming state control means (CPU 103, S1503, S2503) for controlling the gaming state;
A holding storage means capable of storing information related to the variable display of the first identification information as holding storage information;
The display control means executes a variation display of the decoration identification information corresponding to at least the variation display of the first identification information to derive a decoration display result (S372),
The gaming state control means can control the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state to an advantageous state (highly accurate high base state) advantageous to the player (S1503, S2503),
In the advantageous state, after the end of the specific gaming state when the variation display of the first identification information is performed and the specific display result is derived, the variation display of the second identification information is performed and the identification is performed. It is easier to end than after the specific gaming state ends when the display result is derived (in the first special game, “5R short-term” “big hit” for ending the high-accuracy base state is derived and displayed. In the second special figure game, the “big hit” of “5R short-term” that ends the high-accuracy high-base state is not derived and displayed)
The display control means includes
When the variation display of the first identification information is executed and the specific display result is derived, any one of a plurality of types of decoration specific display results can be derived as the decoration display result (the CPU 120 for effect control is used). , And deriving and displaying a definitive decorative symbol that constitutes a jackpot combination in which either “5” or “7” is aligned),
The decoration display result on condition that a predetermined condition (such as when the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed by the variable display of the first special symbol and the first special symbol holding memory number is “0”) is satisfied. As described above, it is possible to derive a specific decoration specific display result (for example, a specific jackpot symbol or the like having “7”) among the plurality of types of decoration specific display results .

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to easily understand the continuity of the advantageous state depending on the type of decoration specifying display result, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

(4) In the gaming machine of any one of (1) to (3) , first variation display means (first special display unit) that performs variation display of the first identification information (first special symbol) and derives a display result. Design display device 4A),
A second variation display means (second special symbol display device 4B) for performing variation display of the second identification information (second special symbol) and deriving a display result;
When a specific display result is derived to either the first variation display means or the second variation display means, the state shifts to a specific gaming state (S1306 in FIG. 18, S2306 in FIG. 31),
Fluctuation display execution means (CPU 103, S921, S922) capable of executing the fluctuation display of the first identification information and the fluctuation display of the second identification information in parallel,
Gaming state control means (CPU 103, S1503, S2503) for controlling the gaming state;
A holding storage means capable of storing information related to the variable display of the first identification information as holding storage information;
The display control means executes a variation display of the decoration identification information corresponding to at least the variation display of the first identification information to derive a decoration display result (S372),
The gaming state control means can control the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state to an advantageous state (highly accurate high base state) advantageous to the player (S1503, S2503),
In the advantageous state, after the end of the specific gaming state when the variation display of the first identification information is performed and the specific display result is derived, the variation display of the second identification information is performed and the identification is performed. It is easier to end than after the specific gaming state ends when the display result is derived (in the first special game, “5R short-term” “big hit” for ending the high-accuracy base state is derived and displayed. In the second special figure game, the “big hit” of “5R short-term” that ends the high-accuracy high-base state is not derived and displayed)
The gaming machine is
Period notification effect execution for executing a period notification effect (notification of remaining time executed in the chance period) for notifying a non-derivation period in which the display result that ends the advantageous state is not derived in at least the variation display of the first identification information Means (production control CPU 120, S862);
It further includes extended effect execution means (effect control CPU 120, S869) for executing an extended effect (extension notification) for extending the reported non-derivation period.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to easily understand the duration of the advantageous state and improve the interest of the game.
(5) In any one of the gaming machines according to (1) to (4) , the display control unit restricts execution of the change effect in a specific state (reach state), and special identification information is displayed in the specific state. In this case, even if a part of the identification information is easily recognized, the deletion of the special identification information is limited (second embodiment).
According to such a structure, the effect performed according to whether it is in the predetermined state differs, and the interest of a game can be improved.

1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to one embodiment of the present invention. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a figure which shows the example of a mode of a jackpot game state. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a 1st special figure game and a 2nd special figure game. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect control pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st start winning determination process. It is a figure which shows an example of a structure of a 1st special figure reservation memory | storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a random value determination process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a 1st special figure display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a 1st big hit classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the fluctuation pattern for 1st special drawings. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a 1st special figure big hit time fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the variation pattern determination table at the time of the 1st special figure loss. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process performed within S115 of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd start winning determination process. It is a figure showing an example of composition of the 2nd special figure reservation storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a 2nd special figure display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the 2nd big hit classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the fluctuation pattern for 2nd special drawings. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the 2nd special figure big hit time fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the 2nd special figure loss variation pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process performed within S215 of FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a figure explaining the processing content about the presentation control command received by the presentation control board side. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a carry-down determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an extension alerting | reporting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a long-term extension determination table and a short-term extension determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st effect control process process. It is a figure explaining the start condition of the 1st production mode and the 2nd production mode, the end condition, and the production mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows a 2nd production mode character selection table and a change production selection table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a mode effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 1st effect control pattern determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during the first variable display. It is a figure which shows an example of the last stop symbol of the variable display of a decoration symbol. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process performed when the process of S373 of FIG. 41 is performed. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the process performed when the process of S375 of FIG. 41 is performed. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the 2nd production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a 2nd display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the 2nd display production process. It is a figure for demonstrating the change of a gaming state, etc. FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a timing chart which shows the relationship of the control timing of a decoration design and a small design in the 2nd production mode. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows an example of an effect screen. It is a figure which shows the example of a relationship between a chance period and remaining time alerting | reporting. It is a figure which shows a mode that the variable display which performs a specific production is determined. It is a figure which shows the mode of carrying out the specific production. It is a figure for demonstrating extension alerting | reporting. It is a figure for demonstrating the aspect of an extension alerting | reporting. It is a figure for demonstrating expansion of the execution period of a specific production. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a remaining time extension process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a remaining time extension process. It is a figure for demonstrating the aspect of an extension alerting | reporting. It is a figure for demonstrating a modification. It is a figure explaining the example of a relationship between big hit type and the fluctuation pattern determination table used after big hit. It is a figure which shows an example of the last stop symbol of the variable display of a decoration symbol.

Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.
[First Embodiment]
FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 that constitutes a gaming board surface, and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 that supports and fixes the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is fired from a predetermined ball striking device.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7 segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes). In each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, as a special game as an example of a variable display (also referred to as variable display) game, a plurality of types of identification information ( A special symbol (also referred to as “special symbol”) that is special identification information) is displayed variably (variably displayed). For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B can change a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. indicate. Then, at the end of the variable display, the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special figure game. Note that the confirmed special symbol may be different from the special symbol displayed during variable display.

  The special symbols variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A are also referred to as "first special symbols" and "first special symbols". The special symbols variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B are "first special symbols". Also referred to as “2 special symbol” and “second special symbol”. Special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as first special figure game) (variable display of the first special figure) and special figure game using the second special figure (also called second special figure game). ) (Variable display of the second special figure) may be performed in parallel.

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area in the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5 (mainly, the area 5A serving as the main screen), each is identified by a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units, for example, three corresponding to the first special game. A decorative pattern, which is a plurality of types of identification information (decoration identification information), is variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. Corresponding to the start of the first special figure game (variable display of the first special figure), the decorative symbols are displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Variation (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction) is started. Thereafter, when the first confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the first special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5C in the image display device 5 are displayed. , 5R, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. Note that the confirmed decorative symbol may be different from the decorative symbol displayed during variable display. For example, a decorative pattern other than the scrolled decorative pattern may be a confirmed decorative pattern.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, in correspondence with the first special figure game, variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be distinguished from each other is performed, and a definite decorative pattern that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (simply “derived” ”). For example, deriving and displaying various display symbols, such as special symbols and decorative symbols, is to stop display of identification information such as decorative symbols (also referred to as complete stop display or final stop display) and end variable display. On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern until the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed, the variation speed of the decorative pattern becomes “0”, The symbol may be stopped and displayed, and for example, a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction may occur. This display state is also called a temporary stop display, and the display result in the variable display is not displayed deterministically, but the player can recognize that the variation of the decorative pattern due to the scroll display or the update display is not progressing. . As the decorative symbols, for example, symbols composed of a plurality of types of numbers such as “0” to “9” are arranged in a predetermined order, and are variably displayed (variably displayed) according to the symbol arrangement order.

  In an area 5B provided at the lower right of the display area of the image display device 5, an image corresponding to the second special figure game is displayed, for example, indicating that the second special figure game is being executed (variation of identification information). As a kind of display (variable display game), an image of “◯” and an image of “×” are variably displayed), and finally, an image for informing a variable display result in the second special figure game (as a display result) An image of either “◯” or “×”) is displayed.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined display area 5H is arranged. In the display area 5H, a hold storage display is performed to display the number of holds (number of special figure hold memory) of the special figure game (variable display of the special figure) in an identifiable manner. When the special figure game is put on hold, a game ball enters (for example, passes) a first start winning opening formed by the later-described ordinary winning ball apparatus 6A or a second starting winning opening formed by the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B. Occurs based on starting prizes. That is, a start condition (also called an execution condition) for executing a variable display game such as a special game or a variable display of decorative symbols has been established, but a variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition for allowing the start of the variable display game is not established due to the fact that the game is controlled to the big hit game state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. The on-hold storage display is performed by displaying the same number of symbols as the variable display on hold (such as circles, hereinafter also referred to as on-hold display symbols). The hold variable display corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is represented by the hold display symbol displayed in the left area (first hold display area 5HA) in the display area 5H. . The hold variable display corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is represented by the hold display symbol displayed in the right area (second hold display area 5HB) in the display area 5H. . The hold display symbol and the variable display on hold may correspond one to one.

  When a start condition (first start condition) of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied due to the occurrence of the first start prize in which the game ball enters the first start prize opening In addition, if the first start condition for starting the first special figure game based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding memory number is incremented by one, and the first special figure is increased. The game (variable display of the first special figure) is put on hold (the hold display symbol is increased by one). In addition, when a second start prize is entered in which a game ball enters the second start prize opening, a special figure game start condition (second start condition) using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is established. If the second start condition for starting the second special figure game based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied, the second special figure holding memory number is incremented by 1 (second). The special figure game (variable display of the second special figure) is put on hold (the hold display symbol is increased by one). On the other hand, when the execution of the first special figure game is started, the first special figure holding memory number is decremented (decremented) by one (the holding display symbol is reduced by one), and the second special figure game is reduced. When the execution is started, the second special figure reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decremented by 1).

  The variable special display reserved memory number obtained by adding the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number is also referred to as a total reserved memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number).

  You may provide the indicator which displays the number of special figure reservation memories with the display area 5H or instead of the display area 5H. In the example shown in FIG. 1, a first hold indicator 25 </ b> A and a second hold indicator 25 </ b> B that display the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4 </ b> A and the second special symbol display device 4 </ b> B. And are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B each have a number (for example, 4) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, for example. The first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number are displayed according to the number of lighting LEDs including the LED.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A is provided. On the right side of the image display device 5, an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is provided. The normal winning ball apparatus 6A forms a first start winning opening as a start area (first start area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example.

  The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory (ordinary electric combination) having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed into a vertical state that is a vertical position and a tilting state that is a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric combination. A second starting prize opening. A fixed member 30 fixed to the board surface of the game board 2 is disposed above the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. The fixed member 30 is a substantially plate-like member projecting forward from the board surface of the game board 2, completely closing the second start winning opening when the movable wing piece is in a vertical state, and the game ball is receiving the second start prize. Prevent entry into mouth. That is, when the movable wing piece is in the vertical state, the second start winning opening is in a closed state where the game ball cannot enter. When the movable wing piece is tilted, the second start winning opening is opened, and the game ball can enter. For example, in the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable blade piece is in the vertical state when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, and the movable blade piece is in the tilted state when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. .

  The game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, the first start opening switch 22A. The game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, the second start opening switch 22B. Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media), and the first special figure holding memory number is a predetermined upper limit. If it is less than a value (for example, “4”), the first start condition is satisfied. If a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on the detection of the game balls by the second start port switch 22B, and the second special figure holding memory number is less than a predetermined upper limit value The second start condition is satisfied.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for a large winning opening door, and the special winning opening is defined as a specific area that is changed between an open state and a closed state by the large winning opening door. Form.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the off state, the big winning opening door closes the big winning opening and the game ball enters the big winning opening (for example, Cannot pass). On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the on state, the big winning opening door opens the big winning opening and the game ball easily enters the big winning opening. . The special winning opening as the specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball can easily enter and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter and is disadvantageous for the player.

  A game ball that has entered (winned) a big winning opening passes through an internal passage 31 provided on the back side of the game board 2 and enters a probability variation detection region 40 that is always maintained in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. A part of the game board 2, a member forming the internal passage 31, a ball receiving member, and the like may be made transparent so that the player can visually recognize the game ball that travels through the internal passage 31 and enters the probability variation detection region 40. . A game medium passing through the internal passage 31 can surely enter the probability variation detection area 40 (a game ball that has won a big winning opening always enters the probability variation detection area 40).

  A game ball that enters (wins) the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23. When a game ball is detected by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. When a game ball enters the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, it is more than when the game ball enters another winning opening such as the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. The prize balls are paid out. Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning port, and the special variable winning ball device 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is closed, the special prize winning ball device 7 cannot be obtained by entering the game ball into the big prize winning port. This is a disadvantageous second state. The first state only needs to be a state where a game ball can enter, and the second state only needs to be a state where the game ball is less likely to enter than the first state.

  A game ball that has entered the probability variation detection area 40 is detected by the probability variation detection switch 24. When a game ball is detected by the probability change detection switch 24, the subsequent game state (the game state after the end of the big hit game state described later) becomes the probability change state.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. An ordinary symbol (also called “ordinary diagram” or “ordinary diagram”) that is identification information is displayed variably (variably displayed). Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). The usual game is started on the basis that the game ball has passed through a passage gate 41 (formed so that the game ball can pass therethrough) provided on the right side of the image display device 5. The passage of the game ball to the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21. Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general figure hold indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and the general figure hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passage gate 41 (the start condition of the general figure game has been established, but has not yet started. Display the number of pending memories of ordinary games). The predetermined number of reserved memory numbers for the usual game is set to an upper limit (for example, four).

  On the surface of the game board 2, a windmill and a number of obstacle nails for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball are provided. A single or a plurality of general winning ports may be provided as winning ports different from the first starting winning port, the second starting winning port, and the big winning port. A predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as winning balls based on the fact that a gaming ball that has entered (winned) in any of the general winning ports has been detected by a predetermined general winning ball switch. At the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port 19 through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

  Entering (winning) a game ball taken in from the outlet 19, a game ball entering (winning) the first start winning opening, a game ball entering (winning) the second starting winning opening, A game ball that has been driven into a game area such as a game ball that has entered the probability variation detection area and a game ball that has entered (wins) a different prize opening is a predetermined inside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Passes through a passage (for example, a passage formed by joining all winning passages, probability variation detection regions, and passages through which game balls that have entered the out-port 19 pass).

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. An upper plate (a hit ball supply tray) is provided. A lower plate that holds (stores) surplus balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is provided at the lower part of the frame 3 for the gaming machine.

  A left strike in which a game ball is shot aiming at the left side of the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a right strike in which a game ball is shot aiming at the right side are performed. The left-handed game ball can be awarded in the first starting prize opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, and the passing gate 41 and the second starting prize opening formed by the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B are specially variable. It is not possible to pass through the large winning opening formed by the winning ball apparatus 7 or to be unable to win. On the other hand, the right-handed game ball can pass through the passing gate 41 and can win any of the second start winning opening, the big winning opening, and the first starting winning opening. Part of the game balls that have been right-handed but could not win either the second start winning opening or the big winning opening can win the first starting winning opening. In the case of right-handed and left-handed, the left-handed person has a higher winning ratio to the first start winning opening (in this way, a failure nail may be provided).

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is equipped with various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12.

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board such as a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of receiving a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, an effect control board 12 and a payout control board. And a function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to the hall management computer, and the like. In addition, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each of the LEDs (for example, segment LEDs) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display 20, and the first special symbol display device 4B. Variable display of a predetermined display symbol, that is, control of variable display of a figure or a second special symbol, or variable display of a normal symbol (execution of a first special game, a second special game, or a general game) It also has a function to execute. The main board 11 controls the first hold indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, and the general figure hold indicator 25C, and the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the general figure hold memory. It also has a function of displaying each of the numbers on the first hold indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, and the general-purpose hold indicator 25C.

  On the main board 11, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted. The switch circuit 110 has detected detection signals (game media entry) from various switches for detecting a game ball (the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B, the count switch 23, the probability variation detection switch 10, etc.). The on-signals of the various switches indicating the above are taken in and transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The solenoid circuit 111 is a solenoid drive signal (a signal for driving each solenoid, such as a signal for turning on or off the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100, and a solenoid for a normal electric accessory. 81 and the solenoid 82 for the grand prize opening door.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the electrical parts for production such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are mounted. The effect control board 12 is referred to as all or part of the display operation in the image display device 5, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the whole or part of the on / off operation in the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED. Then, a control content for causing the electrical component for performance to execute a predetermined performance operation is determined, and control is performed with the determined control content.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a control signal from the effect control board 12, an audio signal for outputting sound from the speakers 8L and 8R. A processing circuit for executing processing is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a control signal from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are turned on. A lamp driver circuit that performs a light-off drive is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), a count switch 23, and a probability variation detection switch 24 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring to be connected is connected. The main board 11 includes a first special symbol display device 4A, a second special symbol display device 4B, a normal symbol indicator 20, a first hold indicator 25A, a second hold indicator 25B, a general figure hold indicator 25C, and the like. A wiring for transmitting a control signal (such as a drive signal for driving the LED) for performing display control is connected. The main board 11 is connected to wiring for transmitting a solenoid driving signal to the solenoid 81 and the solenoid 82.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15 as a control command. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is an effect control command transmitted and received as an electrical signal. The effect control command includes a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used for controlling sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, a game effect lamp 9, and the like. A lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the decoration LED or the like may be included. All the effect control commands have a 2-byte structure, the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1” and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to “0” in advance.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is a one-chip microcomputer, a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work area. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides a CPU, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a game control program and performs a control operation, and updates numerical data indicating a random number value independently of the CPU 103 A random number circuit 104 and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, whereby a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed. At this time, the CPU 103 reads out fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data in the RAM 102, temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores various data in the RAM 102. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading variation data, receiving operation in which the CPU 103 receives input of various signals from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and CPU 103 for the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105 A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the device is also performed.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, for example, the random number circuit 104 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The random number for controlling the progress of the game is also called a game random number.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 stores various selection data and table data used for controlling the progress of the game. The I / O 105 includes an input port for receiving a detection signal transmitted from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 such as the switch circuit 110, and various signals (the effect control board 12 and the payout) to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. A control command transmitted to the control board, a solenoid drive signal, a control signal for controlling the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the first hold indicator 25A, etc.) Including an output port.

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program and fixed data, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. 5, a display control unit 123 that executes processing for outputting a video signal according to the control content of the display operation in FIG. 5, a random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, I / O 125 is mounted.

  In the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect control program read from the ROM 121, thereby executing the process of controlling the effect operation by the effect electric parts. At this time, a fixed data read operation for reading fixed data from the ROM 121 by the effect control CPU 120, a variable data write operation for temporarily writing various variable data in the RAM 122, and various variable data temporarily stored in the RAM 122. Data reading operation, receiving operation for receiving various signals from the outside of the effect control board 12 via the I / O 125, and outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via the I / O 125. A transmission operation or the like is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. On the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal (a signal representing an image displayed on the image display apparatus 5) to the image display apparatus 5 and information indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13. Wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as a signal (control signal), wiring for transmitting an illumination signal as an information signal (control signal) indicating lamp data, etc. are connected to the lamp control board 14. .

  In the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number.

  The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation in addition to the effect control program. The ROM 121 stores a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to make various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data constituting the determination table, pattern data constituting various effect control patterns, and the like. ing. The effect control pattern includes, for example, process data including effect control execution data (display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, etc.) associated with the effect control process timer determination value, an end code, and the like. The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data used for controlling the effect operation.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 is based on the control of the effect control CPU 120 (for example, based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120), and the effect image displayed on the image display device 5 is displayed. The video signal is output, and the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), or the like. The effect control CPU 120 transmits to the display control unit 123 a display control command for designating an effect image to be displayed in the display screen of the image display device 5 in accordance with display control data included in the effect control pattern. The display control unit 123 is a video signal for displaying an effect image specified by the display control command based on data stored in a CGROM or the like (storage unit) in accordance with the display control command from the effect control CPU 120. Is output. Thereby, the video signal of the effect image according to the control (effect control pattern or the like) of the effect control CPU 120 is output, and the effect image is displayed on the image display device 5.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 has an input port for taking in an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. It is comprised including. From the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a control signal (sound effect signal) transmitted to the sound control board 13, and a control signal transmitted to the lamp control board 14 (Lighting signal) etc. are output.

  The image display device 5 includes a display panel including a liquid crystal panel and a driver circuit for driving the display panel. The video signal supplied to the image display device 5 from the display control unit 123 via the I / O 125 based on the control of the effect control CPU 120 is input to the driver circuit. The driver circuit drives the display panel based on the input video signal, and displays an image represented by the video signal on the display panel. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the image display device 5.

  The effect control CPU 120 controls the speakers 8L and 8R via the sound control board 13 to output sound, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 and decoration LEDs via the lamp control board 14. Or display an effect image in the display area of the image display device 5 via the display control unit 123, and execute various effects (details described below, such as an effect for exciting the game, such as a reach effect). To do.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a game value (here, a game ball which is an example of a game medium) is used to perform a predetermined game performed by launching the game ball, and a predetermined game is performed based on the game result. (In this case, a game medium as a prize ball) can be given (paid out here). As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hitting ball is fired based on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing in the pachinko gaming machine 1 being operated by a player (for example, a rotating operation). A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor or the like provided in the apparatus. The launched game ball flows down the game area, and when the game ball flowing down the game area enters the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the first start condition is satisfied. To establish. Thereafter, the first special figure game is started based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, because the previous first special figure game or the big hit gaming state has ended. Further, when the game ball flowing down the game area enters the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the second start condition is satisfied. Thereafter, the second special figure game is started based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous second special figure game or the big hit gaming state.

  Further, based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passage gate 41 (that the passage has been detected by the gate switch 21 (the gate switch 21 has been turned on)), the normal symbol display 20 can change the normal symbol. The usual figure starting condition for executing the display is established (the usual figure holding storage number is incremented by 1). After that, for example, based on the fact that the normal drawing start condition for starting variable display of the normal symbol, that is, the previous normal game has ended, the general symbol display 20 starts the general game. The figure storage number is subtracted by 1 (decrement). As this ordinary game, variable display of normal symbols is executed. In the normal symbol variable display, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the normal symbol change, the fixed normal symbol that is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed as the last of the normal symbol variable display (derived display). To do. If a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbols per ordinary symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “ordinary symbol loss”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per normal symbol”, the opening control is performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted, and the predetermined time is reached. When the time has elapsed, the closing control to return to the vertical position is performed (the opening control may be performed a plurality of times). Whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is changed to “per normal symbol” as the predetermined specific display result is derived when the normal symbol game is started by the normal symbol display 20 or the like. Determined (predetermined) before display.

  When the first special figure game is started or when the second special figure game is started, the special symbol variable display result (variable display result in the first special figure game or the second special figure game) is specified and displayed. It is determined (predetermined) whether or not to make a “big hit” as a result before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Then, a variation pattern (see FIGS. 15 and 28), which is a variable display pattern, is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and an effect control command for designating the variable display result and the variation pattern is It is transmitted from the control microcomputer 100 toward the effect control board 12.

  After the first special figure game or the second special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result or the variation pattern, the variable display result is obtained when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed. The confirmed special symbol (first confirmed special symbol or second confirmed special symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B.

  Corresponding to the first special symbol game, in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R arranged in the area 5A on the screen of the image display device 5, special symbols and A variable display of different decorative designs (effect designs) is performed. In the first special figure game, when the first fixed special symbol that is the variable display result of the first special symbol is derived and displayed, the image display device is synchronized with the derived display (at substantially the same timing as the derived display). In the display area 5A in the display area 5 and the like, a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 55, FIG. 58, etc.).

  Further, in the area 5B in the display area of the image display device 5, an image indicating that the second special figure game is being executed is displayed corresponding to the second special figure game. For example, as a kind of variable display (variable display game) of decoration identification information, an image of “◯” and an image of “x” are variably displayed in the region 5B (FIG. 61, etc.). In the second special symbol game, when the second fixed special symbol that is the variable display result of the second special symbol is derived and displayed, the image display device is synchronized with the derived display (at substantially the same timing as this derived display). In the 5 area 5B, an image for notifying the variable display result in the second special figure game is displayed (derived display). For example, as a display result of variable display (variable display game) of the decoration identification information, one of an image of “◯” (an image indicating “big hit”) and an image of “×” (an image indicating “losing”) An image is derived and displayed.

  In the first special figure game or the second special figure game, when a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result, the variable display result (special figure display result) becomes “big hit” (specific display result) It is controlled to a big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. Whether or not the game is controlled to the big hit game state corresponds to whether or not the variable display result in the first special figure game or the second special figure game is “big hit”, and the variable display result is derived and displayed. Previously determined (predetermined). When the jackpot symbol is not derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, and the loss symbol is derived and displayed, the variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) is “lost”.

  As an example, a special symbol indicating the numbers “6” and “7” is a jackpot symbol, and a special symbol indicating “−” is a lost symbol. In addition, each symbol such as the jackpot symbol or the lose symbol in the first special symbol game may be a special symbol different from each symbol in the second special symbol game, or a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be used. You may make it become a big hit design or a loss design.

  When the special figure display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is either “5R normal” or “5R short-term” is included. As a result of variable display of a special symbol (1st special diagram or 2nd special diagram), when a big hit symbol showing the number “7” is derived and displayed, the big hit type is “5R normal” and the number “6” is When the jackpot symbol shown is derived and displayed, the jackpot type is “5R short-term”. The big hit gaming state when “big hit” of “5R normal” is derived and displayed is also referred to as a normal open big hit gaming state. The jackpot gaming state when “5R short-term” “big hit” is derived and displayed is also referred to as a short-term open jackpot gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. In the upper limit period or a period until the first predetermined number of game balls enter the grand prize opening and a prize is generated, the round game in which the big prize opening is continuously opened (also simply referred to as “round”). ) Is executed. During a period other than the execution period of such a round game, the big prize opening is closed or the like, and it becomes difficult or impossible to win. When a game ball enters the big winning opening, a win is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball for each detection (for each win). The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit is reached.

  The upper limit period varies depending on the type of jackpot game state (type of jackpot). FIG. 3 shows how the big winning opening is opened in each big hit gaming state. As shown in FIG. 3A, in the short-term open big hit gaming state (big hit type: “5R short-term”), the upper limit period is 0.1 seconds (short-term open round) and the number of rounds is normally open big hit gaming state (big hit type) : “5R normal”) is the same 5R (round). As shown in FIG. 3B, in the normal open big hit gaming state (big hit type: “5R normal”), the upper limit period is 5 seconds (normal open round).

  In the short-term open big hit gaming state, the upper limit period of opening the big winning opening is extremely short (0.1 seconds), and almost no winning of game balls can be expected. Therefore, it is difficult to say that the short-term open big hit gaming state is a specific gaming state advantageous to the player, but since the big prize opening is open, the short-term opening big hit gaming state is also a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. The specific gaming state advantageous to the player may be a state in which the big prize opening is opened regardless of the opening manner of the big prize opening. In addition, the gaming state may change after the big hit gaming state. As the gaming state, a normal state, a probability variation state, and a high base state are prepared.

  The normal state is a game state other than a specific game state such as a big hit game state, a state that is advantageous to a player such as a probability change state, a high base state, etc. ”And the probability that the variable display result in the special figure game will be“ big hit ”is the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed, a predetermined return process is performed after the power is turned on. The state is controlled in the same manner as when it was not executed.

  The probability variation state refers to a gaming state in which the probability that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit probability) is higher than in the normal state. The gaming state when controlled to the probability variation state is also referred to as a high probability state.

  The high base state is an advantageous change mode in which a game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening as compared to a non-short-time state that is not a short-time state such as a normal state, and the normally variable winning ball device 6B is in an open state and a closed state. And change. In the high base state, for example, the control for reducing the variation time of the normal symbol (ordinary symbol variation time) in the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is shorter than that in the normal state, or the variable of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game. Control for improving the probability that the display result is “per normal figure” than in the normal state, and tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal figure”. Control for making the tilt control time (second start winning opening open time) longer than that in the normal state, control for increasing the number of tilts (number of opening of the second start winning opening) than in the normal state, etc. Thus, the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be changed between the open state and the closed state in an advantageous change mode. Any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be combined. In the high base state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened. In the high base state, the average variable display time (special game execution time) may be controlled to be shorter than the normal state (so-called short time state).

  When it is controlled to the probability variation state, it is also controlled to the high base state. As the gaming state, the game state is controlled to a normal state or to a probability change state and a high base state (also referred to as a high probability high base state).

  When a game ball that has won a big winning opening in the jackpot gaming state enters the probability variation detection area 40 (when detected by the probability variation detection switch 24), the gaming state immediately after the end of the jackpot gaming state is high. It becomes a base state. As described above, in the short-term open big hit game state in the big hit game state, the open period of the big prize opening is very short, so it is very difficult to win the big prize opening. For this reason, the gaming state after the short-term open big hit gaming state (the gaming state thereafter when the big hit type is “5R short-term”) is not the high-accuracy high-base state, but the normal state. On the other hand, in the normal open big hit game state, since the open period of the big prize opening is long, it is easy to win the big prize opening. Since all the game balls won in the big winning opening enter the probability variation detection area 40 (that is, normally, the game balls enter the probability variation detection area 40), the gaming state after the normal open big hit gaming state ( The subsequent gaming state when the big hit type is “5R normal”) is normally a highly accurate and high base state. However, if a winning at the big winning opening has never occurred during the normal open big hit gaming state, the gaming state may become normal even after the normal open big hit gaming state (however, This occurs only in special cases, such as when a player does not intentionally fire a game ball.)

  Further, the high-accuracy high-base state continues until the next big hit gaming state is controlled. The high-accuracy high-base state is temporarily ended during the next big hit game state, and when the next big hit game state is a normal open big hit game state and a game ball enters the probability change detection area 40 , Resumed. The high-accuracy base state is continued as long as it is continuously controlled to the normal open big hit gaming state (unless it is controlled to the short-term open big hit gaming state in the meantime). In this embodiment, even if there is a period of transition to the normal state by being controlled to the big hit gaming state, if it is in the highly accurate and high base state before and after that, one high probability is seen as a whole. Since it can be seen in the high base state, it is expressed that the highly accurate high base state is continued. The period of the high-accuracy base state that is continued includes a period in which the normal state is achieved by the big hit gaming state.

  The high-accuracy high-base state is temporarily ended during the next jackpot gaming state, but is not resumed when the next jackpot gaming state is the short-term open jackpot gaming state. After the short-term open big hit gaming state, the high-accuracy base state is not controlled. That is, the high-accuracy base state is terminated by the short-term open big hit gaming state. Strictly speaking, the high-accuracy high-base state until that time is completed by being controlled to the short-term open big hit gaming state, but the high-accuracy high-base state is not controlled again after the short-term open big hit gaming state (high-precision Since the high base state does not continue), the high-accuracy high base state is terminated by the short-term open big hit gaming state.

  Next, the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In a normal state (such as when a game is started), the second start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 are also closed. Is left-handed so that a winning to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is likely to occur.

  When left-handed and a winning at the first start winning opening occurs, the first special figure game (variable display of the first special figure) is executed. The big hit type when the variable display result of the first special figure game is “big hit” is either “5R normal” or “5R short-term”. When the jackpot type is “5R short-term”, it is controlled to the short-term open big hit game state, but since the open period of the big prize opening is extremely short, it is not possible to win the big prize opening, the short-term open big hit game state After that, it becomes normal again. On the other hand, when the big hit type is “5R normal”, the game is controlled to the normal open big hit game state, but since the open period of the big prize opening is long, the big prize opening usually occurs and the probability change is detected. A game ball enters the area 40, and the high-accuracy base state is started after the normal open big hit gaming state ends (immediately after the end). In the big hit gaming state, a right-handed strike is made in order to aim for a big winning opening.

  When the big hit high-accuracy high-base state is started, the high-base control makes it easy to generate “per-map” in the normal game (for example, “per-normal” becomes a probability of 1/2). Since the start winning opening becomes open and the second start winning is likely to occur, the player makes a right turn. In the normal state, the display result of the general game is rarely “per normal map” (the probability of “per standard map” is 1/100, etc.). The second start winning opening is hardly opened, and no second start winning is generated. For this reason as well, the player makes a left strike in the normal state.

  When the player is hit to the right and a winning at the second start winning opening occurs, the second special figure game (variable display of the second special figure) is executed. The big hit type when the variable display result of the second special figure game is “big hit” is only “5R normal”. For this reason, when “big hit” is derived and displayed in the second special figure game, the game is controlled to the normal open big hit gaming state, and usually a big winning prize is generated, thereby playing the game to the probability variation detection area 40. When the ball enters and the big hit gaming state ends, the high-accuracy base state is controlled again (the high-accuracy base state continues). The execution time of the second special figure game (variable display period, the second special figure fluctuation time described later) is set to be extremely short. The game is run at a high frequency. In the high-accuracy and high-base state, there is a high possibility of a “hit”, so that the “hit” is more likely to occur as the second special game is executed at a higher frequency. For this reason, in the continuing high-accuracy and high-base state, the “big hit” of the second special figure game occurs at a high frequency, and the frequency of being controlled to the normal open big hit game state increases along the way (in the second special figure game, Since the “5R short-term” “big hit” does not occur, the big special hit game in the second special figure game is always controlled to the normal open big hit game state.) As a result, more prize balls can be obtained.

  On the other hand, game balls that have been right-handed in the high-accuracy base state but have not been able to win the second start winning opening, and game balls that have not been able to win the big winning opening in the normal open big hit gaming state, There is a possibility of winning a prize. When the game ball wins at the first start winning opening, the first special figure game is started, and when the variable display result is “big hit” of “5R normal”, it is controlled to the normal open big hit game state, Thereafter, since the high-accuracy high-base state is normally reached, the high-accuracy high-base state is entered again (the high-accuracy high-base state continues). However, when the first special figure game is started and the variable display result is “big hit” of “5R short-term”, it is controlled to the short-term open big hit gaming state, and the subsequent gaming state becomes the normal state. Therefore, the high-accuracy high-base state is not controlled (the high-accuracy high-base state ends).

  As described above, the highly accurate and high base state basically continues as long as the “big hit” occurs in the second special figure game (because the big hit type is “5R normal” only), and continues for a long time. If the highly accurate and high base state continues for a long time, many “5R normal” “big hits” occur, and many prize balls can be obtained. On the other hand, when a “big hit” occurs in the first special figure game, there is a possibility that the high-accuracy high-base state will end (the “5R short-term” “big hit” ends. For). As described above, the execution of the second special figure game in the high-accuracy and high-base state also leads to being controlled to the normally open big hit game state, and a chance to obtain many prize balls is created, which is desirable for the player. is there. On the other hand, the execution of the first special figure game is not desirable for the player because there is a possibility that the high-accuracy and high-base state may be terminated. With such a setting, playability is enhanced. During the big hit game state, since it returns to the normal state once, even if it is right-handed, the second start winning opening is unlikely to be open (because it is difficult for a normal hit to occur). Winning is unlikely to occur. In addition, the execution time of the first special figure game in the highly accurate and high base state (variable display period, first special figure fluctuation time described later) is set longer than the normal time, and the variable display result is derived. This increases the period until the “big hit” is reached (in other words, the period until the “5R short-term” “big hit” that triggers the termination of the high-accuracy high-base state is lengthened. ), Increasing the gameplay.

  The period in which the highly accurate and high base state continues is also a chance period because it is a period during which many prize balls may be obtained. The chance period includes a period in which the gaming state once becomes a normal state in the big hit gaming state. In the chance period, various effects described later are executed. For example, a chance period effect (FIG. 58, etc.) for notifying the chance period, a remaining time notification (FIG. 58, etc.) for notifying at least a period when the chance period does not end as the remaining time of the chance period, An extension notification (FIG. 59, etc.), which is an effect to extend, or a specific effect (FIG. 60, etc.) that gives a sense of crisis at the end of the chance period when the remaining time by the remaining time notification becomes “0” is executed. The specific effect may be executed at the end of the execution period of the first special figure game. The chance period ends with the end of the specific performance. Thereafter, when the variable display result of the first special figure game in which the specific effect is executed is “losing” or “big hit” of “5R normal”, the chance period comes again. The specific effect is an effect that gives a sense of crisis at the end of the chance period, and is executed during variable display of decorative symbols corresponding to the first special game, and is not executed in response to the second special game.

  The relationship between the first special game and the second special game in each gaming state will be described with reference to FIG. In the normal state, the game is basically left-handed and right-handed, and even if the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, there is almost no “per hit”. Is executed (see FIG. 4A). At the time of high accuracy and high base, there is a possibility that the game ball may win either the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening, so the first special game and the second special game are in parallel. Can be executed. At this time, since the average execution period (variable display period) of the first special figure game is set to be longer than the average execution period of the second special figure game, here, the second special figure game is It is executed more frequently than the first special figure game (see FIG. 4B). When a “hit” occurs in one of the first special game and the second special game and is controlled to the big game state (derived and displayed), the processing relating to the other special game is temporarily suspended. (Restarts when the big hit gaming state ends). In particular, if the other special figure game is being executed, the other special figure game being executed is temporarily suspended (the special figure game is resumed when the big hit gaming state is completed) (FIG. 4C). And (D)).

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the area 5A and the like of the image display device 5, in response to the start of the first special figure game, The variable display of the decorative design is started. The period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the end of variable display due to the stop display of the fixed decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R (variable During the display period), the decorative symbol variable display mode may become a predetermined reach mode (reach is established).

  The reach mode refers to a decorative pattern that has not been stopped and displayed when the decorative pattern that is stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 (particularly the region 5A) constitutes a part of the jackpot combination ("reach variation pattern"). Is also a display mode in which the variation continues, or a display mode in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, a part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) is predetermined. The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “medium” decorative symbol) that has not yet been stopped when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) constituting the selected jackpot combination is stopped. Display area 5C, etc.), the display pattern in which the decorative pattern is fluctuating, or the combination of the decorative symbols in all or part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R It is the display mode which is fluctuating synchronously while constituting all or part of.

  Corresponding to the reach mode, the speed of variation of the decorative design is reduced, or a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative design is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Or changing the display mode of the background image, playing and displaying a moving image different from the decorative design, or changing the variation mode of the decorative design, performing different rendering operations from before reaching the reach mode May be. The effect operations such as the display of the character image, the change of the display mode of the background image, the reproduction display of the moving image, and the change of the change mode of the decorative pattern are referred to as reach effect display (or simply reach effect). The reach effect image is displayed in the area 5A. In the reach effect, not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the like before reaching the reach mode. An operation mode different from the operation mode may be included.

  As an effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as “reach patterns”) having different operation modes (effect modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, the possibility of being a “hit” (also referred to as “reliability” or “hit reliability”, “expectation” or “hit expectation”) differs depending on the production mode in each reach production. That is, it is possible to vary the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” depending on which of the multiple types of reach effects is executed.

  In this embodiment, as an example, reach effects of normal, super A, and super B are preset (see FIG. 15). Supermarkets A to B are the so-called super reach reach production. Hereinafter, Super A reach production is sometimes referred to as Super Reach A, and Super B reach production is sometimes referred to as Super Reach B. Normal reach production is sometimes referred to as normal reach. Super reach A and super reach B are started after execution of normal reach (or during execution). That is, super reach A and super reach B are developed from normal reach.

  The reach effect is executed at the time of execution of variable display of decorative symbols executed corresponding to the first special game in the normal state (see FIG. 55 and the like). On the other hand, in the high-accuracy and high-base state, an effect in the chance period is executed. The reach effect or the like is executed (however, the variable display mode may be changed to the reach mode, or a specific effect may be executed that gives a sense of crisis at the end of the chance period).

  When the first special figure display result, which is a variable display result in the first special figure game, is “big hit”, a predetermined big hit combination is made on the screen of the image display device 5 (in the region 5A or the like). A finalized decorative symbol is derived and displayed. As an example, the same decorative symbols are aligned and stopped on predetermined active lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “7”). It should be noted that different decorative symbols are displayed together according to the situation), and a finalized decorative symbol that is a jackpot combination may be derived and displayed.

  When the first special figure display result is “losing”, the decorative display variable display mode does not become the reach mode, but a decoration that constitutes a predetermined non-reach combination (for example, a combination of all different decorative designs). In some cases, the symbol is stopped and displayed, and a fixed decorative symbol that is a non-specific display result is derived and displayed. In addition, when the first special figure display result is “losing”, after the decorative symbol variable display mode becomes the reach mode, the predetermined reach combination (which has reached the reach mode, but on the predetermined effective line) In other words, when a decorative pattern constituting the same decorative pattern is stopped and displayed, a definite decorative pattern that is a non-specific display result may be derived and displayed.

  In an area 5B provided at the lower right of the display area of the image display device 5, an image indicating that the second special figure game is being executed is displayed corresponding to the second special figure game (variation of identification information). As a kind of display (variable display game), an image of “◯” and an image of “x” are variably displayed), and finally, an image for informing a variable display result in the second special figure game (“ ”” Image or “×” image).

  During the big hit gaming state when “big hit” is derived in the first special figure game, an effect that notifies that the big hit gaming state is reached and that the chance period has arrived or does not come is executed. (See FIG. 55, FIG. 60, etc.). In the second special figure game, during the big hit gaming state when “big hit” is derived, the effects during the chance period are mainly executed. Basically not executed, an image indicating that the big hit gaming state is in the area 5B is displayed (FIG. 61, etc.). When “big hit” is derived and displayed in one special figure game (when “big hit” occurs), the process relating to the other special figure game is interrupted during the big hit gaming state. The effect is displayed in the area 5A (when the first special figure game is interrupted) or the area 5B (when the second special figure game is interrupted) (FIGS. 60, 61, etc.).

  Next, main operations (actions) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. Hereinafter, the operation will be described with reference to a flowchart and the like. However, in each operation (each process), a process that does not actually appear in the flowchart may be appropriately performed. First, main operations on the main board 11 side will be described.

  In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs the necessary initial setting after setting the interrupt disabled. In the initial setting, for example, the RAM 101 is cleared. The RAM 102 is cleared, for example, when an operation unit for initialization such as a clear switch (not shown) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is operated when the power is turned on. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 periodically executes timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started.

  When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process.

  In the game control timer interrupt process, for example, the CPU 103 performs a switch process, performs a main side error process, performs an information output process, and then performs a game random number update process, a special symbol process process, a normal symbol process process, A process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, such as a command control process, is performed. At the end of the game control timer interrupt process, the interrupt enabled state is set. As a result, the game control timer interrupt process is executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, that is, every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) that is the supply interval of the interrupt request signal.

  The switch processing is performed by determining whether detection signals are input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, the count switch 23, and the probability variation detection switch via the switch circuit 110. This is a process for determining, for each switch, whether or not each switch is in an ON state (that is, whether or not a game ball has entered or passed). In the switch processing, for example, transmission setting of a prize ball number command indicating the number of prize balls corresponding to the switch determined to be in the ON state is also performed. The award ball number command is transmitted to the payout control board by command control processing. Upon receiving this command, the payout control board controls the ball payout device and pays out award balls by the number of prize balls indicated by this command. Execute.

  The main-side error process is a process for making an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result. The information output process is a process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start-up information, probability variation information, etc. supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example.

  The game random number update process is a process in which at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side is updated by software. As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, a random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern, The random number value MR4 for determining the display result, the random value MR5 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR6 for determining the variation pattern may be included. The random numbers MR1 to MR3 are for the first special figure game (variable display of the first special figure). The random numbers MR4 to MR6 are for the second special figure game (variable display of the second special figure).

  The random number values MR1 and MR4 for determining the special figure display result are used to determine whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the first special figure game or the second special figure game is controlled as the big hit game state as "big hit". This is a random value to be used, and can take any value from “1” to “65535”.

  The random numbers MR2 and MR5 for determining the big hit type are random values used for determining the big hit type as either “5R normal” or “5R short-term” when the variable display result is “big hit”. , “1” to “100” can be taken. The random numbers MR3 and MR6 for determining the variation pattern are used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the first special figure, the second special figure, or the decorative design as one of a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance. It is a random value and can take any value from “1” to “251”.

  In the special symbol process, the value of the first special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the first special figure game (variable display of the first special figure) is performed. Deciding whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state with the variable display result as “big hit”, determining the variation pattern, etc., and controlling the display operation in the first special symbol display device 4A based on the determined result (of the first special figure game) Execution), control of the round game in the big hit gaming state (execution of the big hit gaming state) and the like are performed by selecting and executing various processes. In the special symbol process, the value of the second special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the second special figure game (variable display of the second special figure) is updated. Deciding whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state with the variable display result as “big hit”, determining the variation pattern, etc., and controlling the display operation in the second special symbol display device 4B based on the determined result (of the second special figure game) Execution), control of the round game in the big hit gaming state (execution of the big hit gaming state) and the like are performed by selecting and executing various processes. Details of the special symbol process will be described later, but by executing the special symbol process every time a timer interrupt occurs, the variable display result and the variation pattern in the first special symbol game and the second special symbol game are determined. The execution of the first special figure game and the second special figure game based on the determination, the big hit gaming state, and the like are realized.

  In the normal symbol process, for example, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 (for example, when it is determined that the gate switch 21 is turned on by the switch process), the number of holds must reach the upper limit. For example, hold storage (for example, extract a random value and store it in the RAM 102) of the usual game, or determine a variable display result of the usual game using the hold memory (random number stored in the RAM 102). The variation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the normal game is determined, and the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display 20 is controlled according to the variation pattern to execute the variable symbol normal symbol display. The variable display result of the normal game is derived and displayed, and when the variable display result is “per general map”, the normal variable winning ball device 6B (second start winning opening) is opened. Or carried out the process of the state. The normal symbol process is executed every time the timer interrupt occurs, so that the normal game is executed and the normal variable winning ball device 6B (second start winning port) is released for a predetermined period when “per normal game”. A state etc. are realized.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, switch processing, and the like, transmission settings of control commands (such as effect control commands) are performed (for example, storage address values of control commands to be transmitted are stored in the RAM 102). In the command control process, a process for actually transmitting the transmission-set control command to the effect control board 12 or the like is performed. In this transmission process, an effect control INT signal or the like is used, and a control command is transmitted. After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  Main effect control commands transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by the command control process will be described with reference to FIG. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  8001 (H) is a first variation start designation command for designating the start of variable display (variation) of the first special symbol. 8002 (H) is a second variation start designation command for designating the start of variable display (variation) of the second special symbol. These variation start designation commands are transmitted and set together with the variation pattern designation command and the like when the variation pattern is set.

  81XX (H) is a variable pattern of a decorative pattern or the like (see FIG. 15) variably displayed in the area 5A of the image display device 5 corresponding to the variable display of the special symbol, or variable of a predetermined image displayed in the area 5B. This is a variation pattern designation command for designating a display pattern (variation pattern) (see FIG. 28). The variation pattern specifies the pattern of the first special figure game or the second special figure game (particularly, the special figure fluctuation time which is a period from the start of the variable display to the derivation of the variable display result). There is also. A variation pattern designation command corresponding to each variation pattern is set. For example, a unique number (variation pattern number) is assigned to each variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “01” for the variation pattern PA1-1). The variation pattern designation command is also a command for designating the start of variation of the decorative pattern, and is transmitted when setting the variation pattern. The variation pattern designation command may be a separate command for the variation pattern of the first special diagram and the variation pattern of the second special diagram.

  8CXX (H) is a display result designation command for designating whether or not to make a variable display result a big hit and a big hit type (that is, a variable display result). A display result designation command corresponding to each display result is set. For example, a unique number is assigned to each display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “00” for “losing”, “big hit” with big hit type “5R normal”) "01" etc.). The display result designation command is transmitted and set together with the variation pattern designation command and the like when the variation pattern is set. The display result designation command may be a separate command for the first special figure and the second special figure.

  8F01 (H) is a first symbol determination designation command for designating that the first special figure game (variable display of decorative symbols executed in the area 5A, etc.) is terminated and a variable display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. It is. 8F02 (H) ends the second special figure game (display of an image indicating that the second special figure game is being executed in the area 5B) and the variable display result (variable display in the second special figure game). This is a second symbol confirmation designation command for designating that the image for informing the result is derived and displayed. These symbol confirmation designation commands are transmitted and set at the end of the special figure game.

  95XX (H) is a game state designation command for designating a game state. A gaming state designation command corresponding to each gaming state is set. If the gaming state is a normal state (low probability low base), “XX” is set to “00”. If the gaming state is a high-probability base state, “XX” is set to “01”. The gaming state designation command is transmitted and set when the gaming state changes.

  A001 (H) is a first hit start designation command for designating the start of a big hit gaming state (start of fanfare, etc.) controlled based on the fact that the first special figure game has become “big hit”. A002 (H) is a second hit start designation command for designating the start of a big hit gaming state (start of fanfare, etc.) controlled based on the fact that the second special figure game has become “big hit”.

  A301 (H) is a first hit end designation command for designating the end of the big hit gaming state (start of ending, etc.) controlled based on the fact that the first special figure game has become “big hit”. A 302 (H) is a second hit end designation command for designating the end of a big hit gaming state (start of ending, etc.) controlled based on the fact that the second special figure game has become “big hit”. The ending is an effect for notifying the end of the big hit gaming state, which is executed at the end of the big hit gaming state. These hit end designation commands are set to be transmitted when the last round game is completed.

  Command B100 (H) is a first start opening prize designation command for designating that a first starting prize has occurred due to the entry of a game medium into the first start winning opening. Command B200 (H) is a second start opening winning designation command for designating that a second starting winning is generated due to a game medium entering the second start winning opening. The first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start opening prize designation command. These commands are transmitted and set in a start winning determination process described later.

  C1XX (H) is a first special figure reserved memory number designation command for designating the first special figure reserved memory number. “XX” indicates the first special figure reservation storage number. C2XX (H) is a second special figure reserved memory number designation command for designating the second special figure reserved memory number. “XX” indicates the second special figure reservation storage number. The first special figure reserved memory number designation command and the second special figure reserved memory number designation command may be collectively referred to as a special figure pending memory number designation command. The special figure reserved memory number designation command is transmitted and set at a timing at which the first special figure reserved memory number or the second special figure reserved memory number can change.

  C4XX (H) is a symbol determination result designation command for designating the determination result of the display result among the determination results at the time of starting winning. C6XX (H) is a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern determination result among the determination results at the time of starting winning. When the first start winning is generated, the random numbers MR1 to MR3 are extracted. Regarding the variable display corresponding to the extracted random number values MR1 to MR3, the variable display based on the extracted random number values MR1 to MR3 before the start condition of the variable display (first special game) is established. Whether or not the variable display result of the game is “big hit”, the type of jackpot, and the variation pattern of the variable display are determined (as will be described in detail later, the game state is a highly accurate base state) On the assumption of). The determination at the time of starting winning means this determination, and this determination is performed in the winning random number determination processing in S1006. A unique number is assigned to the determination result of the display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the symbol designation command (for example, “00” for “lost”, “big hit” for “5R short-term”). “01”, “5R normal” “big hit” “02” etc.). A unique number is assigned to each variation pattern in the variation pattern determination result, and the number is set to “XX” in the variation pattern designation command. These commands are set to be transmitted in a start winning determination process (S1006) described later.

  C701 (H) is a process related to the first special figure game (the first special symbol process process described later) by starting the big hit gaming state based on the display result of the second special figure game being “big hit”. Is a first interruption designation command for designating that the execution of the first special figure game or the like is interrupted. Command C702 (H) is a process related to the second special figure game (the second special symbol process described later) when the big special game state is started based on the display result of the first special figure game being “big hit”. This is a part of the processing, and is a second interruption designation command for designating that the execution of the second special figure game, etc.) is interrupted. C801 (H) is a first resume designation command that designates that the processing relating to the first special figure game that has been suspended is resumed when the big hit gaming state is terminated. C802 (H) is a second resume designation command for designating that the processing relating to the second special figure game that has been suspended is resumed due to the end of the big hit gaming state. These interruption designation command or resumption designation command is set to be transmitted when the process is suspended or resumed.

  FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, the first special symbol process (the process for the first special figure) is executed (step S (hereinafter simply referred to as S) 921), and then the second special symbol process (for the second special figure). Process processing) is executed (S922). Thereafter, it is determined whether to perform a demonstration display (S923). For example, the first special figure hold memory number is “0” (can be specified by the first special figure hold memory number count value), and the second special figure hold memory number is “0” (second special figure hold memory number). The high-accuracy base flag and the like are all off, and the first special figure and the second special figure are not changing (for example, the first special figure process flag and the second special figure described later). The value of the figure process flag is not “0”, etc.) and it is not controlled to the big hit gaming state (for example, the first big hit flag, the second big hit flag, etc., which will be described later, are all in the off state, etc.) If the predetermined demonstration display conditions are satisfied, it is determined that the demonstration display is performed (S923; Yes).

  When the demo display is performed (S923; Yes), after a predetermined demo display setting is performed (S924), the special symbol normal process is terminated. In the demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board. 12 determines whether or not the transmission has been completed. If it has already been sent, the demo display setting is terminated. If it has not been transmitted, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting is terminated. In the effect control board 12, when a customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted, a demonstration screen is displayed. When the demonstration display is not performed (S923; No), the special symbol process process ends.

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the first special symbol process. In the first special symbol process, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, the first start winning determination process is executed (S101). FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the first start winning determination process executed in S101.

  When the first start winning determination process is started, first, based on the determination result of the switch process or the like, it is determined whether or not the first start port switch 22A is in the ON state (S1001). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is in the on state (when the first start port switch 22A is determined to be in the on state in the switch process) (S1001; Yes), the game ball enters (that is, the first Whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number, which is the number of reserved memories of the first special figure game, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). Is determined (S1002). At this time, the first special figure reserved memory number count value which is a stored value of a first special figure reserved memory number counter (counter for counting the first special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is read. Thus, it is only necessary to be able to specify the number of first special figure reservation storage. When the first special figure reserved memory number is not the upper limit value (S1002; No), the first special figure reserved memory number count value is updated to be incremented by 1 (S1003). The first special figure reserved memory number count value is updated so as to be incremented (incremented) by 1 when a game ball enters the first start winning opening and the first start condition of the first special figure game is satisfied.

  After S1003, a first start winning game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the first start winning at the first start winning opening is extracted (S1004). In the processing of S1004, among the numerical data updated by the random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102, the random number value for the first special figure game is used as the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. The numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. Numeric data representing each extracted random number value is stored as reserved data by being set at the beginning of an empty entry in the first special figure storage unit provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (S1005). For example, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit shown in FIG.

  The first special figure holding storage unit shown in FIG. 9 has entered the first starting prize opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the first starting prize has been generated, but has not yet started. The pending data of the figure game is stored. The first special figure hold storage unit associates the hold numbers in the winning order (game ball detection order) with respect to the first start winning opening, and the CPU 103 causes the random number circuit 104 or the like based on the establishment of the first start condition by the entry of the game balls The random number value MR1, the random number value MR2, the numerical value data indicating the random number value MR3, etc., extracted from the above are used as reserved data and stored until the stored number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit indicates that the execution of the first special figure game (variable display of the first special figure) is held, and the variable display result of the first special figure game ( On-hold storage that makes it possible to determine whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state based on the first special figure display result), whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach mode, etc.) Information.

  Following the process of S1005, a winning random number determination process (S1006) is executed. FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing an example of the winning random number determination process executed in S1006.

  When the winning random number determination process is started, it is determined whether the random value MR1 extracted in S1004 is within the jackpot determination range (S402). The jackpot determination range may be a range of determination values assigned to the determination result of “big hit” in the probability variation state in a first special figure display result determination table (see FIG. 12) described later. It is determined whether or not the random value MR1 falls within the range of the determined value. I want to know the variable display result as the determination result when the variable display of the current determination target (the first special figure game executed by winning the first start winning opening this time) is executed during the high-accuracy base state. Therefore (the same applies to the determination result of the variation pattern and the like), the determination value range assigned to the determination result of “big hit” in the probability variation state is set as the determination range.

  After S402, it is determined whether or not the random number MR1 is within the jackpot determination range (within the determined value range) (S403). If it is not within the determination range (S403; No), the current determination target Since the determination result of the variable display result of the variable display (display result in the probability variation state) is “losing”, the transmission setting of the symbol determination result specifying command for specifying the determination result of the “losing” display result is performed ( S405). Thereafter, the variable display variation pattern to be determined this time is determined (S406). In S406, based on the random value MR3 extracted in S1004, the first special figure loss variation pattern determination table (details will be described later) in FIG. The assigned variation pattern is set as the current determination result.

  If it is determined in S403 that it is within the determination range (S403; Yes), the determination result of the variable display result of the variable display to be determined this time (display result in the probability variation state) is “big hit”. Is determined (S409). In S409, based on the random value MR2 extracted in S1004, the first jackpot type determination table (details will be described later) in FIG. 13 is referred to, and the jackpot type assigned to the determined value matching the random value MR2 (“ “5R normal” or “5R short-term”) is set as the current determination result. Thereafter, transmission setting of a symbol determination result designation command for designating the determination result of S409 (display result of either “big hit” of “5R short-term” or “big hit” of “5R normal”) is performed (S410). Thereafter, the variation pattern of the variable display to be determined this time is determined (S411). In S411, based on the random value MR3 extracted in S1004, the first special figure big hit variation pattern determination table (described later) in FIG. 16B is referred to and assigned to the determined value that matches the random value MR3. The variation pattern is set as the current determination result.

  After S406 and S411, a variation pattern determination result (determination result in S406 and S411) is designated (that is, a variation pattern determined this time is specified) and transmission setting of a variation pattern determination result designation command is performed (S413). The first special figure reserved memory number designation command (command for designating the first special figure reserved memory number count value added by 1 in S1003) and the first start opening prize designation command are set for transmission (S414).

  When the process of S405 or S410, S413, S414 is performed, and then the command control process is performed, a command at the time of starting winning (design determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command, first special figure reserved memory number) A designation command, a first start opening prize designation command) are transmitted as a set.

  Returning to FIG. 8, when the first start port switch 22A is in the OFF state (S1001; No), when the first special figure reservation storage number is the upper limit value (S1002; Yes), or after S1006, the first The start winning determination process ends.

  Returning to FIG. 7, after step 101, whether the value of the second special figure process flag (flag used in the second special symbol process) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is “4” to “7”. Is determined (S102). During the period in which the value of the second special figure process flag is “4” to “7”, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the fact that “big hit” is derived in the second special figure game. Period (hereinafter also referred to as a second jackpot period).

  When the value of the second special figure process flag is “4” to “7” (S102; Yes), that is, when the current time is the second big hit period, the first interruption designation command is started after this period is started. Is not transmitted (S105).

  In the second special game, when “big hit” is derived and displayed and the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to the big win game state, a part of the first special symbol process is temporarily interrupted, and the big hit game state ends. Resumed at the time (at the end of the second jackpot period). In particular, during execution of the first special figure game, when “big hit” is derived and displayed in the second special figure game and the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to the big hit game state, the execution of the first special figure game is executed. The first special figure game is resumed after the interruption and the end of the jackpot gaming state. The first interruption designation command designates this interruption on the effect control board 12. Whether or not the first interruption designation command has not been transmitted is determined by a first interruption designation command transmission flag (turned on when the first interruption designation command is transmitted to the predetermined area of the RAM 102 and off when the process is resumed. This flag is set by determining whether this flag is on.

  If the first interrupt designation command has not been transmitted because the first interrupt designation command transmission flag is off (S105; Yes), the first interrupt designation command needs to be transmitted, so the first interrupt designation command is transmitted. The command transmission flag is turned on and the transmission setting of the first interruption designation command is performed (S106), and the first special symbol process process is terminated. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example. If the first interruption designation command transmission flag has already been transmitted in one interruption because the first interruption designation command transmission flag is on (S105; No), the first special symbol process process is terminated as it is. .

  If the value of the second special figure process flag is not “4” to “7” (S102; No), that is, if the current time is not during the second big hit period, whether or not the first interruption designation command is transmitted ( It is determined whether or not the first interruption designation command transmission flag is in an on state (S103). When the first interruption designation command transmission flag is in an ON state or the like and the first interruption designation command is transmitted (S103; Yes), interruption of a part of the first special symbol process is executed. Therefore, transmission processing of a first restart designation command for designating resumption of part of the first special symbol process (such as resuming execution of the first special game) is performed (S104). In S104, the first interruption designation command transmission flag is also reset to an off state. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example. After the process of S104, or when it is determined that the first interruption designation command transmission flag is off and the first interruption designation command is not transmitted (S103; No, that is, when the interruption is not immediately before) , S110 to S117 are executed.

  As a result of the processing of S102 to S106, the variable display result in the second special game is “big hit”, and during the period in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state (second big hit period), the first Part of the special symbol process is suspended, and the suspended process is resumed after the period ends. During the execution of the first special figure game, when “big hit” is derived and displayed in the second special figure game and the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to the big hit game state, the execution of the first special figure game (timer interruption) S112 executed every time) is interrupted, and the first special figure game (S112 executed every timer interruption) is resumed after the big hit gaming state is ended. At the time of interruption and resumption, control commands (a first interruption designation command and a first resumption designation command) notifying it are transmitted, and the production control board 12 is notified of interruption or resumption.

  In S106, when the value of the first special figure process flag is “2” (within the period during the execution of the first special figure game), the first special figure is displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A. The transmission of a control signal (described later in detail) is also interrupted, and thereafter, nothing is displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A until the first special symbol game is resumed. You may alert | report that execution of 1 special figure game was interrupted. In addition, when it is determined No in S105, a setting for transmitting a predetermined control signal is made when the value of the first special figure process flag is “2” (within the period during which the first special figure game is being executed) or the like. The execution of the first special symbol game is interrupted by causing the first special symbol display device 4A to display the lost symbol or the like of the first special symbol (or a predetermined symbol for interruption) for a predetermined period. You may alert | report. Alternatively, the transmission of the control signal for updating the display of the first special figure is not interrupted, but the execution of the first special figure game is interrupted internally (for example, the elapsed time of the first special figure game described later). However, the first special symbol display device 4A does not have to notify that the first special symbol game is interrupted.

  One of the processes of S110 to S117 is selected and executed according to the value of the first special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (the initial value is “0”).

  The first special symbol normal process of S110 is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is “0”. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S110 of FIG. 7 as the first special symbol normal process. In the first special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 11, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not the first special figure holding storage number is “0” (S1101). It suffices to read the first special figure reserved memory number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in S1101 (S1101; No), for example, the first area of the first special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) RAM 102 As the hold data stored in the predetermined area, numerical data (random numbers MR1 to MR3) indicating predetermined random values are read (S1102). Thereby, the game random number (game random number at the time of first start winning) extracted in response to the occurrence of the start winning (first start winning) at the first start winning opening in the process of S1004 shown in FIG. 8 is read. The The numerical data read at this time may be stored, for example, in a first random number buffer for variation provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing of S1102, for example, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is decremented by 1 and updated, so that the first special figure reserved memory number is updated by 1 and the first special figure reserved memory number is reserved. The contents stored in the storage unit are shifted (S1103). For example, the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) in the first special figure hold storage unit is shifted up by one entry. To do.

  After executing one of the processes of S1103, the first special figure display result which is the variable display result of the first special symbol (variable display result in the first special figure game) is expressed as “big hit” and “losing”. Either one is determined (S1104). As an example, in the processing of S1104, a first special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the first special figure display result. . In the first special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 12, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result represents the first special figure display result as “big hit”. And “losing” may be assigned according to whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state.

  The first special figure set in the usage table is read out from the first random number buffer for randomness value MR1 and based on whether the gaming state is a probable variation state and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1. By referring to the display result determination table, the determination result of either “big hit” or “losing” assigned to the determination value corresponding to the random value MR1 according to whether or not the gaming state is a probabilistic change state. What is necessary is just to determine as a 1st special figure display result. Further, when the high-accuracy base flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (the flag that is turned on when in the high-accuracy base state) is in the on state, it may be determined that the state is the probability variation state. For example, when the random value MR1 is “9000” and the high-accuracy base flag is on, it is determined that the first special figure display result is “big hit”, and the high-accuracy base flag is off. In this case, it is determined that the first special figure display result is “lost”.

  As shown in FIG. 12, in the probability variation state (high probability high base state), the first special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” at a higher rate than in the non-probability variation state. Therefore, based on the fact that the high-accuracy base flag is set to the on state at the time of the big hit gaming state, the first time is higher than the non-probability variation state when the current state is the probability variation state (high-accuracy base). The special figure display result is likely to be a “hit”, and is likely to become a big hit gaming state. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the first special figure display result determined in the process of S1104 is “big hit” (S1105). When the first special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” (S1105; Yes), the first big hit flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 is set to the on state (S1106).

  Also, the big hit type (first big hit type) when the display result of the first special figure game is “big hit” is determined as one of a plurality of types (S1107). As an example, in the process of S1107, a first jackpot type determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set in a use table for determining the first jackpot type. In the first jackpot type determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type may be assigned to “5R normal” or “5R short-term” as the jackpot type determination result ( (See FIG. 13). In S1102, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 included in the gaming random number temporarily stored in the first random number buffer for variation is read from the first random number buffer for variation, and the usage table is based on the numerical data indicating the read random number value MR2. By referring to the first jackpot type determination table set to “5R”, “5R normal” or “5R short-term” assigned to the determined value corresponding to the random value MR2 may be determined as the jackpot type.

  There are “5R normal” and “5R short-term” as types of “big hit” in the first special figure game. As shown in FIG. 13, the ratio of “5R normal” being selected as the big hit type is higher.

  After execution of the processing of S1107, the big hit type is stored (S1108). The big hit type may be stored by storing the big hit type buffer setting value (see FIG. 13) indicating the determination result of the big hit type in the first big hit type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  When the first special figure display result is not “big hit” (S1105; No), after executing S1108, the first confirmed special symbol finally derived and displayed in the first special figure game is determined (S1111). . When the first big hit flag is in the off state, the special symbol “-” predetermined as the lost symbol is determined as the first confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, when the first big hit flag is in an on state, one of the special symbols (big hit) determined in advance as a plurality of types of big hit symbols according to the determination result of the big hit type in S1107 (according to the big hit type buffer setting value). If the type is “5R normal”, “7”, and if it is “5R short-term”, “6”) may be determined as the first confirmed special symbol.

  After executing the process of S1111, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to “1” (S1112), and then the first special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in S1111, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process of S111 shown in FIG. 12 is executed. If the number of reserved memories of the first special figure game is “0” (S1101; Yes), the first special symbol normal process is terminated.

  The first variation pattern setting process (the process for setting the variation pattern) of S111 in FIG. 7 is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “1”. FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S111 of FIG. 7 as the first variation pattern setting process.

  The variation pattern includes the variable display contents (variable display mode) of the decorative symbols corresponding to the variable display of the first special figure and the contents of the first special figure game (here, the special figure variable time of the variable display (variable display). The period from the start of display to the derivation display of the display result))) or the like may be specified.

  Here, FIG. 15 shows a variation pattern for the first special figure used in this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 15, among the cases where the first special figure display result is “losing”, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is “non-reach” which does not become the reach mode and “reach” which becomes the reach mode. Corresponding to each case, and corresponding to the case where the first special figure display result is “big hit”, a variation pattern is prepared in advance.

  A variation pattern PA1-1 is prepared as a variation pattern that is used when the gaming state is the normal state and that designates “non-reach” when the decorative symbol variable display result is “losing”. A variation pattern PA2-1 that is used when the gaming state is the normal state and the variable display result is “losing” and designates “reach establishment”, and designates execution of normal reach after reach establishment, after reach establishment A fluctuation pattern PA2-2 that designates development from normal reach to super reach A and a fluctuation pattern PA2-3 that designates development from normal reach to super reach B after the reach is established are prepared.

  As a variation pattern used when the gaming state is a normal state and the variable display result is “big hit”, a variation pattern PA3-1 that specifies execution of normal reach after reach establishment, normal reach to super reach A after reach establishment A variation pattern PA 3-2 for designating the development to 1 and a variation pattern PA 3-3 for designating the development from the normal reach to the super reach B after the reach is established are prepared.

  Further, a variation pattern PA4 that is used when the gaming state is a high-accuracy and high-base state (for chance period), and that specifies reach establishment as a variation pattern when the variable display result is “lost” and “reach establishment”. -1 to PA4-3 (reach effects are not particularly executed) are prepared. Further, the variation patterns PA5-1 to PA5- are used when the gaming state is a high-accuracy and high-base state (for chance period) and specify reach establishment as a variation pattern when the variable display result is “big hit”. 3 (the reach effect is not particularly executed) is prepared.

  Each variation pattern designates the first special figure variation time (the period from the start of the variable display of the first special figure to the derivation display of the display result) as shown in FIG. The first special figure fluctuation time is longer than the first special figure fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern used in the normal state.

  In the first variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 14, the CPU 103 performs the following process. It is determined whether or not the first big hit flag is on (S1201).

  If the first big hit flag is on (S1201; Yes), the first special figure big hit variation pattern determination table corresponding to the state of the high-accuracy base flag is set in the use table (S1202). Thereafter, the fluctuation pattern (first special figure big hit fluctuation pattern) is determined with reference to the first special figure big hit fluctuation pattern determination table set in the use table (S1203).

  When the high-accuracy base flag is in the off state (that is, in the normal state), the first special figure big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. . When the high-accuracy base flag is in the on state (that is, when the high-accuracy base state is in effect), the first special figure big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Set to. Each table is prepared by storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101.

  In the first special figure big hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. A decision value corresponding to the random value MR3 is obtained by referring to the first special figure big hit variation pattern determination table set as a use table based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 read from the first random number buffer. The variation pattern assigned to the variable may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern used this time.

  When the first big hit flag is in the OFF state (S1201; No), the first special figure losing variation pattern determination table corresponding to the state of the highly accurate base flag is set in the use table (S1207). A fluctuation pattern (first special figure loss variation pattern) is determined with reference to the first special figure loss fluctuation pattern determination table set in the use table (S1208).

  If the high-accuracy base flag is in the off state (that is, in the normal state), in S1207, the first special figure loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. . When the high-accuracy base flag is on (that is, when the high-accuracy base state is set), in S1202, the first special figure loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Set to. Each table is prepared by storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101.

  In the first special figure loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. A decision value corresponding to the random value MR3 is obtained by referring to the first special figure loss variation pattern determination table set as a use table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 read from the first variation random number buffer. The variation pattern assigned to the variable may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern used this time.

  As can be seen from the determination ratios of FIGS. 16 and 17, in the normal state, the big hit expectation (the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit”) when the super reach B is executed is the highest, and the super reach is reached. The jackpot expectation degree when A is executed is the next highest, and the jackpot expectation degree when normal reach is not executed is the next highest. Note that the determination ratio of each variation pattern in the highly accurate base state can be arbitrarily changed. The contents of the table may be set so that the jackpot expectation is different in each variation pattern.

  The expectation degree of jackpot is, for example, (probability that the effect will be executed at the time of the big hit) × (probability of being the jackpot) / {(the probability that the effect will be executed at the time of the big hit) × (probability of being the big hit) + (other than the time of the big hit) (Probability that the performance will be executed) × (probability that the jackpot will not be a big hit)} (when the big hit expectation is “1”, the variable display result will always be a “big hit”. Same about.)

  As shown in FIGS. 16 and 17, in the normal state, any one of the fluctuation patterns PA1-1, PA2-1 to PA2-3, PA3-1 to PA3-3 for the normal state is selected, and the high accuracy is achieved. If it is the base state, one of the variation patterns PA4-1 to PA4-3 and PA5-1 to PA5-3 for the highly accurate base state is selected.

  Returning to FIG. 14, after executing one of the processes of S1203 and S1208, the first special figure variation time is set (S1209). As described above, the first special figure change time is a first fixed value that becomes a variable display result (first special figure display result) after starting the change of the first special symbol in the first special figure game. This is the time required until a special symbol is derived and displayed. The first special figure fluctuation time is designated by each of a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance (here, the first special figure fluctuation time is prepared corresponding to each fluctuation pattern, so that each fluctuation pattern is 1 special map variable time is specified.) By setting the first special symbol variation time specified by the variation pattern selected in the processing of S1203 and S1208, the timing at which the variable display result of the first special symbol and the decorative symbol is derived can be set. The first special figure variation time is set, for example, by setting a timer value corresponding to the first special figure variation time in a first game control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. Other time settings may be appropriately performed by setting a timer value or the like.

  Subsequent to the processing of S1209, a setting for starting the variation of the first special symbol is performed so as to start the first special symbol game which is the special symbol game in which the start condition is satisfied (S1210). As an example, a setting is made to transmit a control signal (drive signal) for updating the display of the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. Thereby, a control signal is transmitted and variable display (fluctuation) of the first special figure is started.

  After executing the processing of S1210, command transmission setting is performed at the start of special symbol fluctuation (S1211). For example, a first variation start designation command, a variation pattern designation command (a command for designating a variation pattern determined in the above process), a display result designation command (a variable display determined in the above process) from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 A command for designating a result), and a first special figure reserved memory number designation command (a command for designating a first special figure reserved memory number count value obtained by subtracting 1 in the above process). The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the above-described command control process after the special symbol process is completed.

  After executing the process of S1211, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to “2” (S1212), and then the first variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the first special symbol process flag is updated to “2” in S1212 and the next timer interrupt occurs, the first special symbol variation process of S112 shown in FIG. 7 is executed.

  The first special symbol variation process of S112 in FIG. 7 is executed when the value of the first special symbol process flag is “2”. This first special symbol variation process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the first game control process timer (the execution time of the first special figure game is thereby measured. If it is determined as Yes in S102, if a part of the first special symbol process is interrupted, the measurement of the execution time is also interrupted.) When the timer value of the first game control process timer (timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, the first special figure variation time has not elapsed, so that the variable display of the first special figure game is executed. Control (for example, control for transmitting a control signal (driving signal) for updating the display of the first special figure (including update for maintaining the display of the special symbol for a predetermined time, the same applies hereinafter)), etc. In the first special symbol display device 4A, processing for changing the first special symbol is performed, and the first special symbol variation processing is ended. On the other hand, when the timer value of the first game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation of the first special figure reaches the first special figure fluctuation time set in S111, the first The special symbol display device 4A stops the variation of the special symbol, and the first fixed special symbol (the first fixed special symbol set in S110) which is the variable display result of the first special symbol game is stopped and displayed (derived display). (The first fixed special symbol may be controlled so as to continue to be displayed for a predetermined time.) In addition, when the display is stopped, the transmission of the first symbol fixed designation command is also set, and the value of the first special symbol process flag is set to 3 "and the first special symbol variation process ends. By repeatedly executing S112 each time a timer interrupt occurs, variable display of the first special symbol (first special figure game), derivation display of the confirmed special symbol (first special figure display result), and the like are realized.

  The first special symbol stop process in S113 of FIG. 7 is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “3”. The first special symbol stop process is a process performed in conjunction with the stop of the first special symbol (that is, the end of the first special symbol game). FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S113 of FIG. 7 as the first special symbol stop process.

  In the first special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 18, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not the first big hit flag is on (S1301). If the first big hit flag is in the on state (S1301; Yes), the high-accuracy base flag is turned off (mainly in the off state, the off state is maintained). Thereby, at the time of big hit, a game state will be in a normal state.

  Thereafter, a timer value corresponding to the first fanfare waiting time (the waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state, which is a predetermined time) is set as an initial value in the first game control process timer. After that, the number of round games in the jackpot gaming state (“5” regardless of the jackpot type ”is set to the first round number counter (round game number of round games) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is set (S1303). A count initial value of the counter for counting) is set (S1304).

  After that, transmission setting of the first start designation command and the gaming state designation command is performed (S1305). The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the above-described command control process after the special symbol process is completed. After S1305, the first special symbol process flag is updated to “4” (S1306), and the first special symbol stop process is terminated. If the first big hit flag is off (S1301; No), the first special symbol process flag is updated to “0” (S1307), and the first special symbol stop process is terminated.

  The first big hit release pre-processing of S114 of FIG. 7 is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “4”. In the first big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the first game control process timer. If the timer value after the subtraction is not “0”, the first fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the first big hit release pre-processing is terminated. When the timer value after subtraction is “0”, the first fanfare waiting time has elapsed, and the round game start timing has come. In this case, in order to start a round game, a process of opening the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 (for example, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to turn on the solenoid 82) is performed. An upper limit period for executing the winning prize opening state (time corresponding to the jackpot type stored in S1108. If the jackpot type stored in S1108 is "5R normal", "5 seconds", "5R short term" If it is "0.1 second", the big hit type may be specified by the big hit type buffer setting value stored in the first big hit type buffer.) Processing for setting the timer value corresponding to the first game control process timer Etc. are executed. When the process of setting the big prize opening to the open state or the like is executed, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to “5”, and the process for pre-opening the big hit is completed. By repeating S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs, standby until the start timing of the round game (wait until the end of the fanfare), start of the round game (opening of the big prize opening), and the like are realized.

  The first big hit opening process of S115 is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “5”. The first big hit release process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the first game control process timer, a timer value after the 1 subtraction, and a game ball detected by the count switch 23 in one round game. (The counter 102 (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the count switch 23 is determined to be in the ON state in the switch process) or the like. The process etc. which determine whether it became the timing to perform are included.

  When it is determined that the timer value after decrementing by 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), the big prize opening is closed. Since it is now time to return to the state, the process of returning the special winning opening to the closed state (for example, the supply of the solenoid drive signal to turn on the solenoid 82 is stopped or the solenoid drive signal to turn off the solenoid 82 is supplied) Then, a process for turning off the solenoid 82) or a period for closing the big prize opening (a round game interval period, which may be a period set in advance, which may be different depending on the jackpot type stored in S1108. .) Is set in the first game control process timer, the count value of the first round number counter is decreased by 1, and so on. When the big prize opening is closed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”, and the first big hit opening process ends.

  If the timer value after decrementing by 1 does not become 0 and the number of detected game balls has not reached the predetermined number, the process for maintaining the big prize opening in an open state (for example, The process of supplying a solenoid drive signal for maintaining the opening) is performed as necessary, and the first big hit opening process is terminated.

  For example, the process shown in FIG. 19 is executed when the process for maintaining the special winning opening in the open state is performed. In the process shown in FIG. 19, it is determined whether or not the probability variation detection switch 24 is turned on (S1401). For example, when it is determined that the change detection switch 24 is turned on by determining that the change detection switch 24 is turned on by the switch process (S1401; Yes), in this case, the game ball is moved to the probability change detection area 40. Is entered, the probability variation detection switch flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is turned on (if it is already on, the on state is maintained) (S1402). When the probability variation detection switch 24 is not turned on (S1401; No), after S1402, the process illustrated in FIG.

  By repeating S115 every time a timer interrupt occurs, the big prize opening is opened until the closing timing, and finally the big prize opening is closed.

  The first big hit release post-processing of S116 is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “6”. In the processing after the first big hit release, processing for determining whether or not the count value of the first round number counter has become “0”, and if it is not “0”, the timer value of the first game control process timer is set. A process of subtracting 1 is performed.

  When it is determined that the count value of the first round number counter is “0”, since the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, the first game control process timer has a first ending waiting time (end in the big hit gaming state) A timer value corresponding to a waiting time from the start to the end of the game is set in the first game control process timer. In addition, a setting for transmitting a first hit end designation command is performed, a process for updating the first special figure process flag to “7”, and the like are also performed, and the process after the first big hit release is ended.

  When processing for decrementing the timer value of the first game control process timer by 1 is performed, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is “0”. Since it is not the timing, the post-opening process for the first big hit ends with the big prize opening being closed. If it is “0”, it is the start timing of the round game, so the process for setting the big prize opening to the open state, the upper limit period for making the big prize opening to the open state (the big hit type stored in S1108 is “5R “Normal” is “5 seconds”, “5R short-term” is “0.1 seconds”, and the jackpot type may be specified by the jackpot type buffer setting value stored in the first jackpot type buffer. Processing for setting a timer value to be set in the first game control process timer is executed. When the process or the like for opening the big prize opening is executed, the value of the first special figure process flag is updated to “5”, and the process after the first big hit release is completed.

  Each round game is realized by repetitively executing S115 and S116 every time a timer interrupt occurs after the big winning opening is opened in S114.

  The first big hit end process of S117 in FIG. 7 is executed when the value of the first special figure process flag is “7”. The first jackpot end process is a process performed when the jackpot game state ends. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S117 of FIG. 7 as the first big hit end process. In the first big hit end process, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether the first ending waiting time has ended (S1501). As an example, the timer value of the first game control process timer set with the first ending waiting time is reduced by “1” in S1501, and it is determined whether or not the reduced timer value is “0”. Then, it is determined whether the first ending waiting time has ended.

  If the first ending waiting time has not ended because the timer value decremented by 1 is not “0” (S1501; No), the first big hit end processing is ended. If the first ending waiting time has ended (S1501; Yes), it is determined whether the probability variation detection switch flag is on (S1502). If the probability variation detection switch flag is on (S1502; Yes), The highly accurate base flag is turned on (S1503). When the probability change detection switch flag is in the OFF state (S1502; No), or after S1503, the transmission setting of the gaming state designation command (command for designating the current gaming state) is performed (S1504), and then the first Processing for updating the special figure process flag to “0” is performed (S1505), and the first big hit end processing is ended. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the above-described command control process after the special symbol process is completed.

  When the probability variation detection switch is in the on state, the game ball has entered the probability variation detection region 40 when the special winning opening is opened. For this reason, in S1503, the high-accuracy base flag is turned on to enter the high-accuracy base state thereafter (if the current big hit gaming state is the normal state, the high-accuracy base state ( If the previous big hit gaming state is in the highly accurate high base state, the high probability high base state (chance period) is started again.)

  By executing S114 to S117 (repeatedly executing predetermined steps as necessary), the variable display result in the first special figure game is “big hit”, and corresponds to the big hit type The big hit game state (short-term open big hit game state or normal open big hit game state) is realized.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of the second special symbol process. In the second special symbol process, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, the second start winning determination process is executed (S201). FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the second start winning determination process executed in S201.

  When the second start winning determination process is started, first, based on the determination result of the switch process or the like, it is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B is in the ON state (S2001). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is in the on state (when the second start port switch 22B is determined to be in the on state in the switch process) (S2001; Yes), the game ball enters (that is, the first Whether or not the second special figure reserved memory number, which is the reserved memory number of the second special figure game, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). Is determined (S2002). At this time, the second special figure reserved memory number count value which is a stored value of a second special figure reserved memory number counter (counter for counting the second special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is read. Thus, it is only necessary to be able to specify the number of second special figure reservation storage. When the second special figure reserved memory number is not the upper limit value (S2002; No), the second special figure reserved memory number count value is updated to be incremented by 1 (S2003). The second special figure reserved memory number count value is updated to increase by 1 when the game ball enters the second start winning opening and the second start condition of the second special figure game is satisfied. .

  After S2003, a second starting prize game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the second starting prize at the second starting prize opening is extracted (S2004). As an example, in the process of S2004, a random number value for the second special figure game is selected from numerical data updated by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit or the like) of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102. As the numerical data, the random number value MR4 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR5 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR6 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. Numeric data representing each extracted random number value is stored as reserved data by being set at the beginning of an empty entry in the second special figure reservation storage unit provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (S2005). For example, the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG.

  The second special figure holding storage unit shown in FIG. 23 has a game ball entering the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and a second start winning has occurred, but the second start winning prize has not yet started. Stores the hold data of the special figure game. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second starting winning opening, and based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the entry of the game ball The CPU 103 stores the random number value MR4, the random number value MR5, and the numerical value data indicating the random number value MR6 extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like as reserved data until the stored number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the second special figure storage unit indicates that execution of the second special figure game (variable display of the second special figure) is held, and the variable display result in the second special figure game. Whether it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (second special figure display result), the display mode of the image in the area 5B (including the second special figure variation time of the second special figure game, etc.), etc. Is stored storage information that can be determined.

  Subsequent to the processing of S2005, the transmission setting of the second special figure reserved memory number designation command (command for designating the second special figure reserved memory number count value added by 1 in S2003) and the second start opening prize designation command is set. This is performed (S2006). In addition, when the second start port switch 22B is in the off state (S2001; No), when the second special figure reservation storage number is the upper limit (S2002; Yes), or after S2006, the second start winning determination The process ends.

  Returning to FIG. 21, after step 201, whether the value of the first special figure process flag (flag used in the first special symbol process) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is “4” to “7”. Is determined (S202). During the period in which the value of the first special figure process flag is “4” to “7”, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state based on the fact that “big hit” is derived in the first special figure game. Period (hereinafter also referred to as a first jackpot period).

  When the value of the first special figure process flag is “4” to “7” (S102; Yes), that is, when the current time is the first big hit period, the second interruption designation command is started after this period is started. Is not transmitted (S205).

  When the “big hit” is derived and displayed in the first special figure game and the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to the big hit gaming state, a part of the second special symbol process is temporarily interrupted, and when the big hit gaming state ends. It is resumed at the end of the first jackpot period. In particular, during the execution of the second special figure game, when “big hit” is derived and displayed in the first special figure game and the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to the big hit game state, the execution of the second special figure game is executed. The second special figure game is resumed after the interruption and the end of the jackpot gaming state. The second interruption designation command designates this interruption on the effect control board 12. Whether or not the second interruption designation command has not been transmitted is determined by turning on the second interruption designation command transmission flag (when the second interruption designation command is transmitted to the predetermined area of the RAM 102 and off when the process is resumed. This flag is set by determining whether or not this flag is on.

  If the second interruption designation command has not been transmitted because the second interruption designation command transmission flag is off (S205; Yes), the second interruption designation command needs to be transmitted. The command transmission flag is turned on and the transmission setting of the second interruption designation command is performed (S206), and the second special symbol process process is terminated. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example. If the second interruption designation command transmission flag has already been transmitted in one interruption because the second interruption designation command transmission flag is on (S205; No), the second special symbol process processing is terminated.

  If the value of the second special figure process flag is not “4” to “7” (S202; No), that is, if the current time is not during the second big hit period, whether or not the second suspension designation command is transmitted ( It is determined whether or not the second interruption designation command transmission flag is in an ON state (S203). When the second interruption designation command transmission flag is in an on state or the like and the second interruption designation command is transmitted (S203; Yes), some of the second special symbol process processing has been suspended. Therefore, a transmission process of a second resumption designation command for designating resumption of part of the second special symbol process (such as resuming execution of the second special game) is performed (S204). In S204, the second interruption designation command transmission flag is also reset to an off state. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example. After the process of S204, or when it is determined that the second interruption designation command transmission flag is off and the second interruption designation command has not been transmitted (S203; No, that is, when the interruption has not occurred immediately before). , S210 to S217 are executed.

  As a result of the processing of S202 to S206, the variable display result in the first special figure game is “big hit”, and during the period in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state (first big hit period), the second Part of the special symbol process is suspended, and the suspended process is resumed after the period ends. In particular, during execution of the second special figure game, when “big hit” is derived and displayed in the first special figure game and the pachinko gaming machine 1 shifts to the big hit game state, the execution of the second special figure game ( S112 executed at each timer interruption) is interrupted, and the second special game (S112 executed at every timer interruption) is resumed after the big hit gaming state is ended. Further, at the time of interruption and resumption, control commands (second interruption designation command and second resumption designation command) notifying that are transmitted, and the production control board 12 is notified of interruption or resumption.

  In S206, when the value of the second special figure process flag is “2” (within the period during the execution of the second special figure game), the second special figure is displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B. The transmission of the control signal (which will be described in detail later) is interrupted, and thereafter, nothing is displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B until the second special figure game is resumed. You may notify that execution of 2 special figure games was interrupted. Also, when it is determined No in S205 and the value of the second special figure process flag is “2” (within the period during execution of the second special figure game), etc., a setting for transmitting a predetermined control signal And the second special symbol display device 4B displays the second symbol special symbol (or a predetermined symbol for interruption, etc.) for a predetermined period of time, thereby interrupting the execution of the second special symbol game. You may notify that. Alternatively, the transmission of the control signal for updating the display of the second special figure is not interrupted, but the execution of the second special figure game is interrupted internally (measurement of the elapsed time of the second special figure game described later). However, the second special symbol display device 4B may not be notified that the second special symbol game has been interrupted.

  Next, according to the value of the second special figure process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (initial value is “0”), one of the processes of S210 to S217 is selected and executed.

  The second special symbol normal process of S210 is executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is “0”. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S210 of FIG. 21 as the second special symbol normal process. In the second special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 24, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not the second special figure holding storage number is “0” (S2101). It is only necessary to read the second special figure reserved memory number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in S2101 (S2101; No), for example, the first area of the second special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) RAM 102 As the hold data stored in the predetermined area, numerical data (random numbers MR4 to MR6) indicating predetermined random values are read (S2102). Thereby, the game random numbers (game random numbers at the time of the second start prize) extracted in response to the occurrence of the start prize (second start prize) at the second start prize opening in the process of S2004 shown in FIG. 22 are read. The The read numerical data may be stored, for example, in a second random number buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing of S2102, the second special figure reservation storage number count value is decremented by 1 and updated to update the second special figure reservation storage number to 1 and the second special figure reservation storage unit. The stored contents are shifted (S2103). For example, the second special figure hold storage unit shifts the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. To do.

  After executing any of the processes in S2103, the second special figure display result, which is the variable display result of the second special symbol (variable display result in the second special figure game), is displayed as “big hit” and “losing”. Either one is determined (S2104). As an example, in the process of S2104, a second special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the second special figure display result. . In the second special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 25, a numerical value (determined value) compared with the random value MR4 for determining the special figure display result represents the second special figure display result as “big hit”. And “losing” may be assigned according to whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state.

  The second special figure set in the usage table is read out from the second random number buffer for random number value MR4, based on whether or not the gaming state is a probable variation state and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR4. By referring to the display result determination table, the determination result of either “big hit” or “losing” assigned to the determination value corresponding to the random value MR4 according to whether or not the gaming state is a probabilistic change state. What is necessary is just to determine as a 2nd special figure display result. If the high-accuracy base flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (the flag that is turned on when in the high-accuracy high-base state) is in the on state, it may be determined that the state is the probability variation state. For example, when the random value MR4 is “9000”, the CPU 103 determines that the second special figure display result is “big hit” when the high-accuracy base flag is on, and the high-accuracy base flag When is in the off state, it is determined that the second special figure display result is “lost”.

  As shown in FIG. 25, in the probability variation state (high probability high base state), the second special figure display result is determined as “big hit” at a higher rate than in the non-probability variation state. Therefore, for example, based on the fact that the high-accuracy base flag is set to the on state at the end of the big hit gaming state, when the current state is a probable change state (high-accuracy base), 2 The special figure display result is likely to be a “hit”, and is likely to become a big hit gaming state.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the second special figure display result determined by the processing of S2104 is “big hit” (S2105). When the second special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” (S2105; Yes), the second big hit flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 is set to the on state (S2106).

  Also, the big hit type (second big hit type) when the display result of the second special figure game is “big hit” is determined as one of a plurality of types (S2107). As an example, in the process of S2107, a second jackpot type determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set in a use table for determining the second jackpot type. In the second jackpot type determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random number MR5 for determining the big hit type may be assigned to “5R normal” as the determination result of the big hit type (see FIG. 26). In S2102, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR5 included in the gaming random number temporarily stored in the second random number buffer for reading is read from the second random number buffer for changing, and based on the numerical data indicating the read random number value MR5, By referring to the set second jackpot type determination table, “5R normal” assigned to the determined value corresponding to the random value MR5 may be determined as the jackpot type.

  As the jackpot type, there are “5R normal” and “5R short-term”, but the jackpot type of “big hit” in the second special game is only “5R normal” as shown in FIG.

  After executing the processing of S2107, the jackpot type is stored (S2108). The big hit type may be stored by storing the big hit type buffer setting value (see FIG. 26) indicating the determination result of the big hit type in the second big hit type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  When the second special figure display result is not “big hit” (S2105; No), after executing S2108, the second fixed special symbol finally derived and displayed in the second special figure game is determined (S2111). . When the second big hit flag is in the OFF state, the special symbol “-” predetermined as the lost symbol is determined as the second confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, when the second jackpot flag is in an on state, one of special symbols predetermined as a plurality of types of jackpot symbols (according to the jackpot type buffer setting value) according to the determination result of the jackpot type in S2107 ( Since the big hit type is “5R normal”, it becomes “7”).

  After executing the process of S2111, the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to “1” (S2112), and then the second special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to “1” in S2111 and the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process of S111 shown in FIG. 21 is executed. When the number of reserved memories of the second special figure game is “0” (S2101; Yes), the second special symbol normal process is terminated.

  The second variation pattern setting process (the process of setting the variation pattern) in S211 of FIG. 21 is executed when the value of the second special figure process flag is “1”. FIG. 27 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S211 of FIG. 21 as the second variation pattern setting process.

  Here, the variation pattern includes the variable display mode of a predetermined image corresponding to the variable display of the second special figure and the content of the second special figure game (here, the special figure fluctuation time of the variable display (start of variable display). The period from the display to the derivation display of the display result)) etc. may be specified.

  FIG. 28 shows a variation pattern for the second special figure used in this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 28, the variation pattern PA6-1 (for “lost”) corresponds to the case where the second special figure display result is “losing” and the second special figure display result is “big hit”. And a variation pattern PA7-1 (for “big hit”) are prepared in advance. The variation pattern for the second special figure is a common variation pattern regardless of the gaming state.

  Each variation pattern designates a second special figure fluctuation time (a period from the start of variable display of the second special figure to the derivation display of the display result) as shown in FIG. The variation pattern is common and is very short compared to the variation pattern for the first special figure. For this reason, the variable display of the second special figure (second special figure game) can be executed frequently in a short time.

  In the second variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 27, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not the second big hit flag is on (S2201).

  If the second big hit flag is in the on state (S1201; Yes), the second special figure big hit variation pattern determination table is set in the use table (S2202). Thereafter, referring to the second special figure big hit fluctuation pattern determination table set in the use table, the fluctuation pattern (second special figure big hit fluctuation pattern) is determined (S2203).

  In S2202, the second special figure big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 29 is set in the use table. The table is prepared by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101.

  In the second special figure big hit time variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR6 for variation pattern determination only needs to be assigned to the variation pattern determination result. A decision value corresponding to the random value MR6 is obtained by referring to the second special figure big hit variation pattern determination table set as a use table based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR6 read from the second variation random number buffer. The variation pattern assigned to the variable may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern used this time. Since all the determined values are assigned to the variation pattern PA7-1, the selected variation pattern is the variation pattern PA7-1 for jackpot.

  When the second big hit flag is off (S2201; No), the second special figure loss variation pattern determination table is set in the use table (S2207). Thereafter, the fluctuation pattern (second special figure loss variation pattern) is determined with reference to the second special figure loss fluctuation pattern determination table set in the use table (S2208).

  In S2207, the second special figure loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 30 is set in the use table. The table is stored in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance.

  In the second special figure loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR6 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the random value MR6 by referring to the second special figure loss variation pattern determination table set as the use table based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR6 read from the second variation random number buffer. The variation pattern assigned to the decision value may be determined (selected) as the variation pattern used this time. Since all the determined values are assigned to the variation pattern PA6-1, the selected variation pattern is the variation pattern PA6-1 for jackpot. As the variation pattern of the second special figure game, only PA6-1 and PA7-1 are used, and each variation pattern is commonly used regardless of the gaming state.

  Returning to FIG. 27, after executing any of the processes of S2203 and S2208, the second special figure variation time is set (S2209). As described above, the second special figure change time is the second fixed value that becomes the variable display result (second special figure display result) after the second special symbol change is started in the second special figure game. This is the time required until a special symbol is derived and displayed. The second special figure fluctuation time is designated by each of a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance (here, the second special figure fluctuation time is prepared corresponding to each fluctuation pattern, so that each fluctuation pattern is 2 The special map change time is specified.) By setting the second special figure fluctuation time designated by the fluctuation pattern selected in the processing of S2203 and S2208, the timing at which the variable display result of the second special symbol, the image for notifying the variable display result, etc. is derived. Can be set. The setting of the second special figure variation time is performed, for example, by setting a timer value corresponding to the second special figure variation time in a second game control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  Next, a setting for starting the variation of the second special symbol is performed so as to start the second special symbol game which is the special symbol game in which the start condition is satisfied (S2210). As an example, a setting is made to transmit a control signal (driving signal) for updating the display of the second special figure on the second special symbol display device 4B. Thereby, a control signal is transmitted and variable display (fluctuation) of the second special figure is started.

  After executing the processing of S2210, command transmission setting is performed at the start of the special symbol fluctuation (S2211). The CPU 103 sends a second variation start designation command, a variation pattern designation command (a command for designating the variation pattern determined in the above process), a display result designation command (a variable determined in the above process) from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. A command for designating a display result), and a second special figure reserved memory number designation command (a command for designating a second special figure reserved memory number count value obtained by subtracting 1 in the above process). The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example.

  After executing the process of S2211, the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to “2” (S2212), and then the second variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the second timer interrupt is generated by updating the value of the second special figure process flag to “2” in S2212, the second special symbol variation process of S212 shown in FIG. 21 is executed.

  The first special symbol variation process of S212 in FIG. 21 is executed when the value of the second special symbol process flag is “2”. This second special symbol variation process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the second game control process timer (this will measure the execution time of the second special game). If it is determined as Yes in S202, if a part of the second special symbol process is interrupted, the measurement of the execution time is also interrupted.) Then, when the timer value of the second game control process timer (timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, since the second special figure variation time has not elapsed, the variable display of the second special figure game is executed. (E.g., control for transmitting a control signal (driving signal) for updating the display of the second special figure (including update for maintaining the display of the special symbol for a predetermined time, the same applies hereinafter)), etc. In the second special symbol display device 4B, processing for changing the second special symbol is performed, and the second special symbol variation processing is ended. On the other hand, when the timer value of the second game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the fluctuation of the second special figure reaches the second special figure fluctuation time set in S211, the second The special symbol display device 4B stops the variation of the special symbol, and the second fixed special symbol (the second fixed special symbol set in S210) which is the variable display result of the second special symbol game is stopped and displayed (derived display). (The second fixed special symbol may be controlled so as to continue to be displayed for a predetermined time.) When the stop display is performed, the transmission of the second symbol fixed designation command is also set, and the value of the second special symbol process flag is set to “ It is updated to 3 ″, and the second special symbol variation process ends. By repeatedly executing S212 each time a timer interrupt occurs, variable display of the second special symbol (second special figure game), derivation display of the confirmed special symbol (second special figure display result), and the like are realized.

  The second special symbol stop process of S213 in FIG. 21 is executed when the value of the second special figure process flag is “3”. The second special symbol stop process is a process performed when the second special symbol is stopped (that is, the second special symbol game is ended). FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S213 of FIG. 21 as the second special symbol stop process.

  In the second special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 31, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not the second big hit flag is on (S2301). When the second big hit flag is in the on state (S2301; Yes), the high-accuracy base flag is turned off (mainly in the off state, the off state is maintained). Thereby, at the time of big hit, a game state will be in a normal state.

  Thereafter, a timer value corresponding to the second fanfare waiting time (the waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state is a predetermined time) is set as the initial value in the second game control process timer. After that, the number of round games in the jackpot gaming state (“5” regardless of the jackpot type) is set to a second round number counter (round game number of round games) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. The counter is set to the initial count value (S2304).

  Thereafter, transmission setting of the second per-start designation command and the gaming state designation command is performed (S1305). The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the above-described command control process after the special symbol process is completed. After S2305, the second special symbol process flag is updated to “4” (S2306), and the second special symbol stop process is terminated.

  If the second big hit flag is in the off state (S2301; No), the second special symbol process flag is updated to “0” (S2307), and the second special symbol stop process is terminated.

  21 is executed when the value of the second special figure process flag is “4”. In this second big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the second game control process timer. If the timer value after the subtraction is not “0”, the second fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the second big hit release pre-processing ends. When the timer value after subtraction is “0”, the second fanfare waiting time has elapsed, and the round game start timing has come. In this case, in order to start a round game, a process of opening the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 (for example, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to turn on the solenoid 82) is performed. The upper limit period when the winning prize opening is executed (the time corresponding to the jackpot type stored in S2108 is “5R normal”, so it is “5 seconds”. The timer value corresponding to the jackpot type buffer setting value stored in the jackpot type buffer may be specified in the second game control process timer. When the process or the like for opening the big prize opening is executed, the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to “5”, and the pre-opening process for the big hit is completed. By repeating S214 every time a timer interrupt occurs, standby until the start timing of the round game (wait until the end of the fanfare), start of the round game (opening of the big prize opening), and the like are realized.

  The process for releasing the second big hit in S215 is executed when the value of the second special figure process flag is “5”. The second big hit release process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the second game control process timer, a timer value after the 1 subtraction, and a game ball detected by the count switch 23 in one round game. (The counter 102 (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the count switch 23 is determined to be in the ON state in the switch process) or the like. The process etc. which determine whether it became the timing to perform are included.

  When it is determined that the timer value after decrementing by 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), the big prize opening is closed. Since it is now time to return to the state, the process of returning the special winning opening to the closed state (for example, stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal or supplying the solenoid drive signal to turn off the solenoid 82 A timer corresponding to a period for closing off the winning prize opening and a period (which is a round game interval period, which may be a period set in advance depending on the jackpot type stored in S2108). Processing for setting a value in the second game control process timer, processing for decrementing the count value of the second round number counter by 1, and the like are executed. When the special winning opening is closed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”, and the second big hit opening process ends.

  If the timer value after subtracting 1 does not become 0 and the number of detected game balls has not reached the predetermined number, the process for maintaining the big prize opening in an open state (the solenoid drive signal for keeping the big prize opening open) Etc.) is performed as necessary, and the second big hit opening process is terminated.

  For example, the process shown in FIG. 32 is executed when the process for maintaining the special winning opening in the open state is performed. In the process shown in FIG. 32, it is determined whether or not the probability variation detection switch 24 is turned on (S2401). For example, when it is determined that the change detection switch 24 is turned on by determining that the change detection switch 24 is turned on by the switch process (S2401; Yes), in this case, the game ball is moved to the probability change detection area 40. Is entered, the probability variation detection switch flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 is turned on (if it is already on, the on state is maintained) (S2402). When the probability variation detection switch 24 is not turned on (S2401; No), the processing shown in FIG. 32 ends after S2402.

  By repeating S215 each time a timer interrupt occurs, the big prize opening is opened until the closing timing, and finally the big prize opening is closed.

  The second big hit release post-processing in S216 is executed when the value of the second special figure process flag is “6”. In the second big hit release post-processing, a process for determining whether or not the count value of the second round number counter has become “0”, and if it is not “0”, the timer value of the second game control process timer is set. A process of subtracting 1 is performed.

  When it is determined that the count value of the second round number counter is “0”, since the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, the second ending waiting time (the ending in the big hit gaming state is displayed in the second game control process timer. The timer value corresponding to the waiting time from the start to the end of the game is set in the second game control process timer. In addition, a setting for transmitting the second hit end designation command is performed, a process of updating the second special figure process flag to “7”, and the like are also performed, and the second big hit release post-processing is ended.

  When the process of decrementing the timer value of the second game control process timer by 1 is performed, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is “0”, and when it is not “0”, the round game starts. Since it is not the timing, the second big hit opening post-processing is ended while the big winning opening is kept closed. In the case of “0”, since it is the start timing of the round game, the process for setting the big prize opening to the open state, the upper limit period for making the big prize opening to the open state (according to the jackpot type stored in S2108) Although it is time, here, since it is only “5R normal”, it becomes “5 seconds”.) The processing for setting the timer value corresponding to the second game control process timer is executed. When the process or the like for opening the big prize opening is executed, the value of the second special figure process flag is updated to “5”, and the process after the second big hit release is completed.

  Each round game is realized by repetitively executing S215 and S216 each time a timer interrupt occurs after the special winning opening is opened in S214.

  The second big hit end process of S217 in FIG. 21 is executed when the value of the second special figure process flag is “7”. The second jackpot end process is a process performed when the jackpot gaming state ends. FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in S217 of FIG. 21 as the second big hit end process. In the second jackpot end process, the CPU 103 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether the second ending waiting time has ended (S2501). As an example, the timer value of the second game control process timer set with the second ending waiting time is reduced by “1” in S2501, and it is determined whether or not the reduced timer value is “0”. It is determined whether the second ending waiting time has ended.

  If the second ending waiting time has not ended because the timer value decremented by 1 is not “0” (S2501; No), the second big hit end processing is ended. If the second ending waiting time has ended (S2501; Yes), it is determined whether the probability variation detection switch flag is on (S2502). If the probability variation detection switch flag is on (S2502; Yes), The highly accurate base flag is turned on (S2503). When the probability change detection switch flag is in the OFF state (S2502; No), or after S2503, the transmission setting of the gaming state designation command (command for designating the current gaming state) is performed (S2504), and then the second Processing to update the special figure process flag to “0” is performed (S2505), and the second big hit end processing is ended. The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the above-described command control process after the special symbol process is completed.

  When the probability variation detection switch is in the on state, the game ball has entered the probability variation detection region 40 when the special winning opening is opened. In S2503, by setting the high-accuracy base flag to the on state, the high-accuracy high-base state is set thereafter (if the current big hit gaming state is the normal state, the high-accuracy high-base state (chance period) If the previous big hit gaming state is in a highly accurate and high base state, the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) is continued.)

  By executing S214 to S217 (repeatedly executing predetermined steps as necessary), the variable display result in the second special figure game has become “big hit”, and depending on the big hit type A corresponding jackpot gaming state (normally open jackpot gaming state) is realized.

  Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute a predetermined effect control main process. When the production control main process is started, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process, clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer mounted on the production control board 12). Circuit) register setting, etc. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not a timer interrupt flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is turned on. The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is generated when, for example, an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interruption due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal occurs, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disable state is used, the interrupt is interrupted. It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Take in. The effect control command captured at this time is stored, for example, in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis processing, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the read effect control commands are handled. Setting and control are performed.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart illustrating an example of command analysis processing. The effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a gaming state designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (S801). When the gaming state designation command is received (S801; Yes), the on / off state of the effect side high-accuracy base flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 is determined based on the contents indicated by the gaming state designation command. Change or maintain (S802).

  The production side high-accuracy base flag is a flag that is turned on at least in the high-accuracy base state. If the gaming state indicated by the gaming state designation command indicates a high-accuracy base state, the production control CPU 120 turns on the production-side high-accuracy base flag, and the gaming state indicated by the gaming state designation command is the normal state. , The production-side high-accuracy base flag is turned off.

  When a game state designation command has not been received (S801; No), or after S802, it is determined whether or not a first special figure reserved memory number notification command has been received (S803), and has been received (S803; Yes), for example, by performing a control to transmit a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, the hold display symbol is set to 1 in the first hold display area 5HA of the image display device 5. Newly displayed (S804).

  When the first special figure reserved memory number notification command has not been received (S803; No), or after S804, it is determined whether the second special figure reserved memory number notification command has been received (S805), If it is received (S805; Yes), for example, by performing a control to transmit a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, the second hold display area 5HB of the image display device 5 is controlled. One hold display symbol is newly displayed (S806).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number notification command has not been received (S805; No) or after S806, the CPU 120 for effect control transmits the first interruption designation command or the second interruption designation transmitted from the main board 11. It is determined whether any of the commands has been received (S813). If any of the commands has been received (S813; Yes), the first interruption flag or the second interruption flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 is turned on. (S814).

  The first interruption flag is a flag that is turned on when a part of the first special symbol process is temporarily suspended as described above and turned off when the interruption is completed. As described above, the second interruption flag is a flag that is turned on when a part of the second special symbol process is temporarily suspended, and is turned off when the interruption is finished. The effect control CPU 120 turns the first interruption flag on when receiving the first interruption designation command, and turns the second interruption flag on when receiving the second interruption designation command.

  When neither the first interruption designation command or the second interruption designation command has been received (S813; No), or after S814, the effect control CPU 120 transmits the first resume designation command transmitted from the main board 11 or It is determined whether any of the second restart designation commands has been received (S815). If any of them has been received (S815; Yes), the first interruption flag or the second interruption flag is turned off (S816). The effect control CPU 120 turns the first interruption flag off when receiving the first resume designation command, and turns the second interruption flag off when receiving the second resume designation command.

  Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the first interruption flag is turned off in S816 (S817), and when the first interruption flag is turned off (S817; Yes), it is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. It is determined whether the timer value of the interrupted timer is not “0” (S818). Regarding the determination in S817, for example, when the first interruption flag is turned off in S816, the predetermined flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 is turned on. In the determination in S817, whether or not the predetermined flag is on. It is sufficient to determine whether or not the first interruption flag is turned off in S816. The interruption timer is a timer for measuring the interruption period of the first special figure game when a “big hit” occurs in the second special figure game during execution of the first special figure game. When the first interruption flag is turned off (S817; Yes) and the timer value of the interruption timer is not “0” (S811; Yes), the interruption of the first special figure game ends and the first One special figure game has been resumed. In this case (S811; Yes), it is determined whether the remaining time notification flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 is in an on state (S819). The remaining time notification flag is a flag that is turned on when the remaining time notification is being executed. The remaining time notification is executed in the chance period together with a chance period effect for notifying the chance period, and is an effect for notifying at least a period in which the chance period does not end as the remaining time of the chance period (FIG. 58, etc.). . When the time notified by the remaining time notification becomes “0”, a specific effect is executed that gives a sense of crisis at the end of the chance period (end of the high-accuracy high-base state). The remaining time is also the remaining time until the specific performance is executed. The chance period ends with the end of the specific performance. Since the specific effect is always executed when the variable display result of the first special figure game is “big hit”, the variable display result of the first special figure game is “5R normal” and “big hit” in the highly accurate base state. In this case, the chance period once ends, and the chance period comes again after the big hit gaming state (when a game ball enters the probability variation detection area 40).

  Note that S815 and S816 may be divided into a process step for the first resume designation command and the first suspension flag and a process step for the second resume designation command and the second suspension flag. For example, it is determined whether or not a second restart designation command has been received. If there is a reception, the second interruption flag is turned off. If the second resume designation command is not received, it is determined whether or not the first resume designation command is received. If the second resume designation command is received, the first interruption flag is turned off, and the processing from S818 is performed. If the second interruption flag is turned off or it is determined that the first resumption designation command has not been received, the process may proceed to S823.

  When the remaining time notification flag is on (S819; Yes), as described above, to extend the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification (extended notification) (S869 described later), or the execution period of the specific effect In order to extend the above (S372 described later), the period (interruption time) indicated by the interruption timer value is added to each of the extension time (interruption) and the extension time (total) (S820).

  An extension notification that extends the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification may be executed one or more times. The extension time (total) is the total time that can be extended by extension notification. In the extension notification, the extension is performed for at least a part of the total time. The time that can be extended (extended time (total)) can be calculated from the time until the start timing of the specific effect-remaining time notified by the remaining time notification. The extension time (total) consists of the total time of extension time (hold) and extension time (interruption). The extension time (holding) is an extension time calculated from the execution time (first special figure fluctuation time) of the first special figure game that is on hold. In addition, when the execution of the first special figure game is interrupted, the start timing of the specific effect becomes a later timing (that is, the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification may be extended for the interrupt time). .) The extension time (interruption) is an extension time corresponding to the interruption time of the first special figure game. The extension time (total), extension time (hold), and extension time (interruption) are stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 and updated as appropriate. The execution period of the specific effect may be extended for the extended time (interruption). That is, the execution period of a specific effect may be extended by the time for extension time (interruption).

  After S820, an addition flag (provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122) indicating that the extension time has been added is turned on (S821).

  When the remaining time notification flag is off (S819; No), or after S821, the timer value of the interruption timer is reset (S822). When neither the first resume designation command nor the second resume designation command is received (S815; No), when the first suspension flag is not turned off (S817; No), the timer value of the suspension timer is “ When it is “0” (S818; No), or after S822, other command analysis processing is executed (S823).

  In the other command analysis processing, for example, the processing content as shown in the table of FIG. 35 may be executed on the received command. In the table, setting a flag means turning the flag on. The step number indicates that the process described above is executed. The start winning command buffer is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. As shown in FIG. 36, in the start winning command buffer, a set of commands (design determination result designation command, variation pattern determination) transmitted from the main board 11 at the time of winning the first start winning opening is received. A result designation command, a first special figure reserved memory number designation command, and a first start opening prize designation command) are stored in association with the hold display number. The one set of commands is stored by being set at the top of the empty entry in the start winning command buffer (area corresponding to the smallest hold display number). The hold number in the first special figure hold storage unit and the hold display number in the start winning command buffer correspond to each other, and hold data and a set of commands corresponding respectively to the hold number and the hold display number of the same number Is for the same first special figure game. In addition, the winning prize command buffer is provided with a big hit determination flag and a specific effect flag corresponding to each hold display number. The jackpot determination flag is a flag that is set to an on state when the determination result of the symbol determination result designation command of a set of commands stored in the corresponding area is “big hit”. The specific effect flag is a flag that is turned on when the specific effect (the effect that gives a sense of crisis at the end of the chance period) is executed in the first special figure game of the corresponding set of commands. “0000 (H)” in FIG. 36 indicates that no command is stored.

  Next, the production control process will be described. FIG. 37 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. The effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the chance period effect flag is on (S851). The chance period effect flag is a flag that is turned on during execution of the chance period effect informing the chance period, and is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  If the chance period effect flag is on (S851; Yes), since the chance period effect is being executed, effect operation control of the chance period effect is performed (S852). The effect control CPU 120 may perform effect operation control for executing the chance period effect according to the effect control pattern (see, for example, S3203) set as the use pattern at the start of the execution of the chance period effect. Every time the effect control process is executed, the chance period effect (FIG. 58, etc.) is executed by repeatedly executing S852.

  In the effect operation control, the effect control CPU 120 outputs a display control command to the display control unit 123 to display the effect image on the image display device 5, and generates a control signal (sound effect signal) for the sound control board 13. Outputting sounds and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R by output, lighting operation of the light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED by outputting a control signal (electric decoration signal) to the lamp control board 14, etc. The chance period effect may be executed (the same applies to the effect operation control for other effects).

  After S852, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the remaining time notification flag is on (S853). The remaining time notification flag is a flag that is turned on during execution of the remaining time notification for notifying at least a period when the chance period does not end as the remaining time of the chance period, and is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  If the remaining time notification flag is on (S853; Yes), since the remaining time notification is being executed, the remaining time notification effect operation control is performed (S862). The effect control CPU 120 may perform effect operation control for executing the remaining time notification in accordance with the effect control pattern (see, for example, S861, S3213, and S3213) set as the use pattern at the start of execution of the remaining time notification. Each time the effect control process is executed, the remaining time notification (FIG. 58, etc.) is executed by repeatedly executing S862. It should be noted that the effect image for the remaining time notification and the effect image for the chance period effect may be displayed in different layers so as to be displayed in a superimposed manner. The layers for displaying the images may be superimposed to display the images of the various effects).

  After S862, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether a new received command is stored in the start winning command buffer (S863). If there is a new received command (S863; Yes), the start winning command buffer stores It is determined whether there is an on-state flag in each specific period flag (S864A). If there is an on-state flag (S864A; No), the big hit determination flag corresponding to the specific period flag in the on state is turned on. It is determined whether it is in a state (step 864B). In the ON state, a “big hit” occurs in the variable display (variable display corresponding to the first special figure game) in which the specific effect is executed. If the big hit determination flag is not on (that is, if the variable display result of the variable display is “losing”) (S864B; No), it is not necessary to execute the specific effect with the variable display here. It is determined whether the variable display for executing the effect is lowered to the variable display that is executed after the variable display for which the specific effect was scheduled to be executed (S865).

  In S865, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether to lower the specific effect with reference to, for example, the lowering determination table of FIG. The carry-down determination table is stored in advance in the ROM 121 and prepared. In the carry-down decision table, the decision value to be compared with the random value SR1 may be assigned to each decision result of carry-up “present” (decrease the specific effect) and “none” (do not defer the specific effect) ( In FIG. 38, the determination ratio is shown instead of the determination value). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a predetermined random number SR1 updated by an effect random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122, and based on the extracted numerical data of the random value SR1. Then, referring to the carry-down decision table, the decision result assigned to the decision value that matches the random value SR1 is set as the current decision result (pull-down or not carried-down).

  After S865, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the specific effect is decided to be deferred in S865 (S866). If it is determined that the specific effect is deferred (S866; Yes), the identification that is currently in the on state is determined. The effect flag is turned off and the effect flag is turned on by turning on the effect effect flag corresponding to the hold display number immediately after the specified effect in the off state (S867). The specific effect is scheduled to be executed with a variable display that is executed immediately after the variable display in which the specific effect is scheduled to be executed before the delay (see FIG. 64).

  When the specific effect is deferred, the execution start timing of the specific effect is shifted, so the time for the shift is added to the extension time (holding) and the extension time (entire) (S868). The specific effect is executed, for example, in a fixed period before the end timing of the first special figure game (for example, 10 seconds going back with the derivation timing of the variable display as the end timing) (may be extended as described later) .) In S868, the first special figure variation time specified by the variation pattern of the determination result of the variation pattern determination result designation command included in the newly received command may be set to the time of the deviation. When the first special figure game is executed a plurality of times other than the first special figure fluctuation time (for example, the time from the end of the first special figure game to the start of the next first special figure game). The time obtained by adding the other time to the first special figure fluctuation time may be set as the time of the deviation (the other time may be considered in the special figure fluctuation time in the following). Is).

  When there is no new reception command (S863; No), when there is no ON specific period flag (S864A; Yes), when the big hit determination flag is ON (S864B; Yes), when there is no carry-down (S866) ; No) or after S868, the remaining time extension process is executed (S869).

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the extension notification process executed in S869. The effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the timing of extension notification has arrived (S881). The extension notification timing may be determined in advance as shown in FIG.

  The timing of the extended notification is specified by (1) a timing every predetermined second from the start timing of the remaining time notification (for example, a predetermined timer (provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122) that starts measurement from the start of the remaining time notification). (2) When the addition flag is turned on (3) Notify by remaining time notification (notified that the remaining time to be notified gradually decreases like a countdown). It may be any timing when the remaining time is “0 seconds” and the extension time (hold) is not “0 seconds”. At least one of the above (1) to (3) may not be adopted as the timing.

  When the extension notification timing has arrived (S881; Yes), it is determined whether the extension time (total) is not “0 second” (S882), and when it is not “0 second” (S882; Yes), the extension is extended. It means that there is time. In this case, first, it is determined whether or not the variation pattern of the variable display (first special figure game) being executed is the variation pattern PA4-3 or PA5-3 of the long-term variation (S883), and the variation pattern of the long-term variation is determined. If not (S883; No), it is determined whether or not the variable display (first special figure game) held includes the variable display of the long-term fluctuation pattern PA4-3 or PA5-3 (S884). . For example, the effect control CPU 120 checks all the variation pattern determination result designation commands stored in the start winning command buffer, and whether there is a variation pattern PA4-3 or PA5-3 in the variation pattern of the determination result of the command. What is necessary is just to determine. Note that only one of S882 and S883 may be executed.

  If the variable display that is held does not include the variable display of long-term fluctuation (S884; No), the long-term extension notification effect operation control is executed with the relatively long time as the extension time (time to extend) (S885). ). In addition, when the variation pattern of the variable display being executed is a long-term variation (S883; Yes), or when the variable display that is held includes a variable display of long-term variation (S884; Yes), a relatively short time is used. The short-term extension notification effect operation control is executed as the extension time (extension time) (S886).

  In S885, with reference to the long-term effect determination table shown in FIG. 40 (A), the extension time (extension time) is determined, and the extension for increasing the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification for the determined extension time. Production operation control is performed for notification (see FIG. 59). The long-term effect determination table is stored in advance in the ROM 121, and the determination value to be compared with the random value SR2 only needs to be assigned to each extended time (determination result) (in FIG. 40A, not the determination value). , The decision percentage is shown). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a predetermined random number SR2 updated by an effect random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122, and based on the extracted random value SR2, the long-term effect With reference to the decision table, the time allocated to the decision value matching the random value SR2 is set as the time to be extended this time.

  In S886, referring to the short-term effect determination table shown in FIG. 40B, the extension time (extension time) is determined, and the extension for increasing the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification for the determined extension time. Production operation control for executing notification (see FIG. 59) is performed. The short-term effect determination table is stored in advance in the ROM 121, and the determination value to be compared with the random value SR2 only needs to be assigned to each extended time (determination result) (in FIG. 40B, the determination value). Rather than the decision rate). The effect control CPU 120 extracts numerical data indicating a predetermined random value SR2 updated by an effect random counter provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122, and based on the extracted numerical data of the random value SR2. Then, referring to the short-term effect determination table, the time allocated to the determined value matching the random value SR2 is set as the time to be extended this time. If the extension time (total) is shorter than the extension time determined above, the extension time (total) is set as the actual extension time. If the extension time (total) is “0”, the extension time is set to 0 seconds (the extension notification need not be executed).

  As is clear from FIG. 40, the short-term extension notification is extended in a relatively shorter time than the long-term extension notification. After S885, after S886, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts the extended time from the extended time (total) or the like (S887). In S887, subtraction is performed depending on which of the above-described (1) to (3) is the extended notification timing that has arrived this time. In the case of (1) and (3) above, the extended notification uses the extended time (hold) as the extended time. Therefore, in addition to subtracting the extended time from the extended time (total), priority is given to the extended time (hold). (When the extension time (hold) becomes “0”, the extension time (interruption) is subtracted.) When the extension notification is executed, the first special game is executed. If the specific production is scheduled to be executed, the extension time (interruption) does not have to be subtracted since the adjustment is performed later with the execution time of the specific production. In the case of (2) above, the extension notification is executed when the extension time (interruption) is increased. Therefore, in addition to subtracting the extended time from the extension time (total), priority is given to the extension time (interruption). The extended time is subtracted (when the extended time (interrupt) becomes “0”, the extended time (hold) is subtracted). At this time, the addition flag is reset to the off state.

  When the extended notification timing has not arrived (S881; No), and when the extended time (total) is “0 seconds” (S882; No), the extended notification processing ends after S887.

  When the remaining time notification flag is off (S853; No), it is determined whether a new received command is stored in the start winning command buffer and there is no on-state specific effect flag (S854). If there is a received command and there is no specific effect flag in the on state (S854; Yes), the specific effect flag corresponding to the new received command is turned on in order to execute the specific effect (S856). . Thereafter, the remaining time notification flag is turned on (S857), and the period is calculated until the specific effect is executed (S858). The period until the specific effect is executed may be calculated from the first special figure change time specified by the change pattern of the change pattern determination result specifying command stored in the start winning command buffer (execution of the specific effect) Since the period is determined as the last predetermined period of the variable display, it is easy to calculate (for example, the total of the first special figure fluctuation time-the value of the predetermined period, etc.).

  Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets an initial value of the remaining time to be notified in the remaining time notification (S859). The initial value may be set based on the period until the specific effect calculated in S858 is executed (for example, the period until the specific effect is executed minus one minute). Next, the number of seconds obtained by subtracting the initial value from the period until the specific effect is executed is added (set) to the extension time (hold) and the extension time (whole) (S860). Thereby, the initial value of the time extended by extension notification is set. Then, the remaining time notification start setting is performed (S861). For example, processing for setting an effect control pattern or the like for performing remaining time notification for subtracting the remaining time from the initial value is used as a usage pattern.

  If the chance effect flag is off (S851; No), no new received command is stored in the start winning command buffer, or if there is no specific effect flag in the on state (S854; No), S861, S869. After that, the first effect control process (S881) and the second effect control process (S882) are executed, and the effect control process is terminated.

  FIG. 41 is a flowchart showing an example of the first effect control process. In the first effect control process shown in FIG. 41, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the first interruption flag is on (S301). When the first interruption flag is in the on state, as described above, since part of the first special symbol process is temporarily interrupted, display operation control for displaying the interruption is performed ( S302), it is determined whether or not the value of the first effect process flag is “2” (S303). If it is “2” (S303; Yes), that is, the interruption is being executed in the first special figure game. In the case of interruption at, the timer value of the interruption timer is incremented by 1 in order to measure the interruption period (S304), and this process ends. If it is not “2” (S303; No), this process is also terminated.

  In S302, for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs display operation control for transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 and displays an image of “interrupted” (see FIG. 61).

  When the first interruption flag is in the off state (S301; No), the production control CPU 120 responds to the value of the first production process flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (initially “0”). Then, one of the following processes of S370 to S375 is selected and executed.

  Next, the effect mode in the low probability low base state will be described. In the low probability low base state, the effect mode is controlled to one of the first effect mode and the second effect mode. FIG. 42 is a diagram illustrating the start condition, end condition, and effect mode in the first effect mode and the second effect mode.

  As shown in FIG. 42, the second effect mode is started at the start of the low probability low base state after the end of the “5R short-term” big hit gaming state, and the special symbol variation display resulting in the lose display result is performed a predetermined number of times. When it is executed (100 times), or when the next jackpot occurs. The first effect mode is started when the power is turned on or when the special symbol variation display resulting from the loss display in the second effect mode is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times), and ends when the next big hit occurs. .

  In the second effect mode, as shown in (11) to (17) of FIG. 56, the decorative symbols (“left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbols display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are displayed. Decorative symbols), second effect mode character 94, and small symbols ("left", "middle", "right" small symbol display areas 91, 92, 93), which are reduced decorative symbols that are specially identified. This is an effect mode in which an effect is also used. In the second production mode, as a characteristic production, after a small design is variably displayed in a state in which the decorative design is not visible at the start of variation, a part of the decorative design is made easier to visually recognize and temporarily stopped. In response to the second effect mode character acting on the temporarily stopped decorative symbol, the decorative symbol slips and another decorative symbol (for example, the symbol in the next symbol arrangement order) stops (final) When the “sliding effect” to be stopped) is performed, a change effect that changes the temporarily stopped decorative design to another decorative design may be executed.

  In the first effect mode, as shown in FIGS. 56 (1) to (8), the second effect mode character 94 and the effect of displaying the decoration pattern in a variable manner by measuring the decoration pattern from the start of the variation without using the small symbol. This is a production mode in which

  In addition, in the second effect mode, which one of the first effect mode and the second effect mode is set at the start of the low-probability base state after the end of the “5R short-term” big hit gaming state? May be selected and determined by lottery using a random number or the like and executed when the second production mode is determined. In addition, with regard to the effect control related to the second effect mode described above, in addition to the low probability low base state, a high accuracy high base state, a probability change state, a time reduction state, a latent effect state (a control that does not notify whether or not it is a probability change state). ), Pre-reading effect state (pre-recorded storage information is pre-read before actual change display execution, and effect such as jackpot notice effect is made) It may be executed in other states such as In addition, for example, immediately after the end of the “5R short-term” big hit gaming state, the effect mode is controlled to the first effect mode, and then the first effect mode → second effect mode → first effect mode → second effect mode By using such a transition pattern, the transition display may be performed every time the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times. Further, the effect mode may be executed based on selecting and determining the effect mode by lottery every predetermined period (for example, every time the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times) in the low probability and low base state.

  Next, the data table used for selecting the character used in the second effect mode and the effect mode of the change effect will be described. FIG. 43 is an explanatory diagram showing a second effect mode character selection table and a change effect selection table. The second effect mode character selection table is a data table used for selecting the type of the second effect mode character. The change effect selection table is a data table used for selecting whether or not to execute the change effect.

  The second effect mode character selection table in FIG. 43 includes the second effect mode character selection table in FIG. 43 (A) used in the big hit when the variation display result of the current special symbol becomes the big hit display result, The loss second effect mode character selection table shown in FIG. 43 (B) is used when the symbol change display result becomes the loss display result.

  43. The change effect selection table of FIG. 43 includes the big hit change effect selection table of FIG. 43 (C) used at the time of the big hit when the fluctuation display result of the special symbol this time becomes the big hit display result, and the fluctuation display result of the special symbol this time. 43 includes a lost change effect selection table shown in FIG. 43 (D), which is used in the event of a lost display result.

  The second effect mode character selection table and the change effect selection table in FIG. 43 are stored in the ROM 121 provided on the effect control board 12.

  As shown in the second effect mode character selection table in FIGS. 43A and 43B, a random number SR2 for character type selection as one of the random numbers updated by the effect control CPU 120 (numerical range of 0 to 99). ) Is assigned to a plurality of types of second effect mode characters including the first character, the second character, and the third character. For SR2, the number of allocated random values is shown for clarity of explanation. In the second effect mode character selection table at the big hit in FIG. 43A, a predetermined ratio of high and low is set such that first character <second character <third character, depending on the value of SR2 extracted at a predetermined timing. The ratio that the character is selected in the order is set. Also, in the second effect mode character selection table at the time of loss in FIG. 43 (B), the relationship between the first character> the second character> the third character is reversed depending on the value of SR2 extracted at a predetermined timing. The level of the rate at which the character is selected in the rank order is set.

  By setting the data in FIGS. 43A and 43B, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for occurrence of a big hit in the relationship of third character> second character> first character. Thus, in the second effect mode, the player's expectation for occurrence of a big hit can be increased by the type of character displayed in the second effect mode.

  In the change effect selection tables of FIGS. 43C and 43D, the value of the effect selection random number SR3 (numerical range of 0 to 59) as one of the random numbers updated by the effect control CPU 120 is the change effect. Are assigned to the decision not to execute the slip effect as a change and the decision to execute the slide effect as the change effect. For SR3, in order to clarify the explanation, the number of allocated random values is shown. In the big hit change effect selection table in FIG. 43 (C), when the slip effect is executed so that the slip effect is executed> the slip effect is not executed according to the value of SR3 extracted at a predetermined timing. The data is set so that the rate at which is selected becomes high. In the change effect selection table at the time of losing in FIG. 43D, the slip effect is executed so that the slip effect is executed <the slide effect is not executed according to the value of SR3 extracted at a predetermined timing. The data is set so that the proportion of cases that are not selected is increased.

  43 (C) and 43 (D), in the second effect mode, when the variation display result of the special symbol this time is the jackpot display result, compared to the case of the loss display result. The ratio of determining that the change effect by the slip effect is to be executed is high. Thereby, when the change effect by the slip effect is executed in the second effect mode, it is possible to increase the player's sense of expectation for occurrence of the big hit.

  When it is decided to execute the change effect using the change effect selection table of FIGS. 43 (C) and 43 (D), the second effect mode character selection table of FIGS. 43 (A) and 43 (B) is used. As shown in FIG. 52 (14), the selected character is used for the change effect in a display mode that acts on the decorative design that produces the slip effect. Therefore, even if the same slide effect is performed, the slide effect is executed based on the action of a plurality of types of characters of the first character to the third character, so that the change effect is selected from the plurality of types of change effects. Since the production is executed, the variation of the change production increases and the interest of the game can be improved.

  As for the selection of the second effect mode character and the change effect, instead of or in addition to changing the selection ratio depending on whether or not the display result of the variable display is a big hit, The selection ratio may be varied depending on whether or not the variable display is in a reach state. Regarding the selection of the second effect mode character and the selection of the change effect, the selection ratio may be varied according to the type of jackpot. In addition, regarding selection of the second effect mode character and selection of the variable display effect, the reserved memory information is pre-read (read before the execution of the change based on the reserved memory information), and the reserved memory information that is a big hit is included. Depending on whether or not, the selection ratio may be varied based on the result.

  The first variable display start waiting process in S370 in FIG. 41 is a process executed when the value of the first effect process flag is “0”. In this first variable display start waiting process, it is determined whether or not to start variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 based on whether or not the first variation start designation command or the like from the main board 11 has been received. Processing. When the first change start designation command or the like is received and it is determined that the decorative display variable display on the image display device 5 is started, the value of the first effect process flag is updated to “1”.

  The first variable display start setting process of S371 is a process executed when the value of the first effect process flag is “1”. FIG. 44 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S371 of FIG. 41 as the first variable display start setting process. In the first variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 44, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a mode effect setting process in which settings relating to the second effect mode can be made (S3020).

  FIG. 45 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the mode effect setting process (S3020). In the mode effect setting process, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following process.

  First, it is determined whether or not the low-probability second effect mode flag is set as a flag that is set in the second effect mode (S3011). The low-probability second effect mode flag is set in the first ending process (S375 in FIG. 41) and the second ending process (S475 in FIG. 51) to indicate that it is the second effect mode. When the low probability second effect mode flag is not set, the process is terminated. On the other hand, when the low-probability second effect mode flag is set, it is determined whether or not the first special figure display result is “big hit” based on the display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11 or the like. (S3012).

  If it is determined in S3012 that the game will be a big hit, the random number SR2 is extracted, and the character used for the second mode production is selected and determined using the second presentation mode character selection table at the time of the big hit (S3013). . Next, the random number SR3 is extracted, and using the big hit change effect selection table of FIG. 43 (C), it is selected and determined whether or not the change effect for the slip effect is executed (S3014), and the process goes to S3017. move on.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S3012 that the game is not a big hit (becomes lost), the random number SR2 is extracted, and the second mode effect is selected using the second effect mode character selection table at the time of the big hit in FIG. 43B. The character to be used is selected and determined (S3015). Next, the random number SR3 is extracted, and using the change effect selection table at the time of loss shown in FIG. 43 (D), it is selected and determined whether or not the change effect for performing the slide effect is to be executed (S3016). move on.

  In S3017, in order to execute the selected effect based on the information related to the character selected in S3013, S3014 or S3015, S3016 and the information related to the slip effect (change effect), which type of character is selected at the start of variation. The effect contents in the second effect mode such as the setting of whether to display the decorative pattern in an invisible manner and the setting of performing the sliding effect or not setting the sliding effect are set. In this way, when the second effect mode is in the predetermined state, an effect that makes the decorative symbol invisible is executed, and in other states than the predetermined state such as the first effect mode, the decorative symbol is invisible. Production is not executed. Thereby, the effect performed according to whether it is in 2nd effect mode differs, and the interest of a game can be improved. In addition, for the effect during the first effect mode, an effect that makes the decorative symbol invisible (may be difficult to see) may be executed in a manner different from the effect during the second effect mode. For example, in the first effect mode, after the decorative display is started in a manner that allows easy viewing of the decorative design, the display screen becomes dark as in the so-called blackout effect, and the decorative design is not visible (or difficult to view). An effect such as an effect such as that shown in FIG. 56 (11) and thereafter may be performed from the middle of the subsequent variable display.

  In S3017, when the slip effect is executed, the design before the change due to the slide effect is set (set to the symbol of the arrangement one symbol before the symbol that becomes the variable display result), and the slip effect is set. It is also set which type of character acts on the symbol before the change and whether the symbol after the change due to the slide effect is to be a derived symbol (set to a symbol that is a variable display result).

  Next, a process of subtracting “1” from the second effect mode period counter as a counting means for counting the duration of the second effect mode is performed (S3018). The second effect mode period counter is the information for defining the duration of the second effect mode, and the number of times the special symbol fluctuates as a result of losing display in the low probability low base state after the end of the “5R short-term” jackpot gaming state. Is set to a predetermined number of times (100 times) in the first ending process (S375 in FIG. 41) and the second ending process (S475 in FIG. 51). The second effect mode period counter is decremented by one each time the variable display of each of the first special symbol and the second special symbol is executed once in the low probability low base state.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the period of the second effect mode has ended by checking whether or not the value of the second effect mode period counter has become “0” (S3019). A process is complete | finished when it determines with the period of 2nd production mode not ending. On the other hand, when it is determined that the period of the second effect mode has ended, the low-probability second effect mode flag is reset (S3020), and the process ends. Since the second effect mode is also ended when the next jackpot occurs, the low probability second effect mode flag is set to the first jackpot process (S374 in FIG. 41) when the jackpot occurs in the second effect mode. ) And the second big hit process (S474 in FIG. 51).

  Next, returning to FIG. 41, based on the display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11, it is determined whether or not the first special figure display result is “lost” (S3021). When it is determined that the first special figure display result is “losing” (S3021; Yes), the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is the variable display mode of the decorative design. It is determined whether or not it is a non-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-1) corresponding to the case of “non-reach” that is not in the reach mode (S3022).

  When it is a non-reach variation pattern (S3022; Yes), the combination of the definite decoration symbol used as the last stop symbol which comprises a non-reach combination is determined (S3023). For example, a final decorative symbol combination of “6 8 5” is determined. Note that the final stop symbol may be determined randomly using a random value and a table. However, since “7” is used later for a specific final stop symbol (specific jackpot symbol), it is preferable not to use it.

  When it is determined in S3022 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (S3022; No), a combination of a confirmed decorative symbol that is a final stop symbol constituting a reach combination is determined (S3024). For example, a final decorative symbol combination of “6 8 6” is determined as the final stop symbol. The final stop symbol may be determined randomly using a random value and a table. However, since “7” is used later for a specific final stop symbol (specific jackpot symbol), it is preferable not to use it.

  When it is determined in S3021 that the display result of the first special figure is not “losing” (S3021; No), a combination of confirmed decorative symbols that is a final stop symbol constituting the jackpot combination is determined (S3027). If the jackpot type specified by the display result designation command is “5R normal”, “5 5 5” is determined as a combination of the decorative pattern, and if the jackpot type is “5R short-term”, “6 6 6” is determined. It is a combination of decorative designs. The final stop symbol may be determined randomly using a random value and a table. However, since “7” is used later for a specific final stop symbol (specific jackpot symbol), it is preferable not to use it.

  After executing any of the processes of S3023, S3024, and S3027, the first effect control pattern determination process is executed (S3030).

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the first effect control pattern determination process. In the first effect control pattern determination process of FIG. 46, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following process. First, the data (command and flag state) of the hold display number “1” is read from the start winning command buffer (S3101). Then, each piece of data (command and flag state) below the hold display number “2” is shifted to the hold display number that is one level higher (the hold display numbers “2” to “5” are respectively transferred to the hold display number “ 1) to “4”.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the specific effect flag is on in the data read in S3101 (S3103), and when it is on (S3103; Yes), the first special figure display result based on the display result designation command. Is “big hit” (S3104), and if it is “big hit”, it is determined whether the big hit type is “5R normal” based on the display result designation command (S3105). When it is “5R normal” (S3105; Yes), a setting is made to execute a specific effect (see FIG. 60) for notifying that the chance period comes again after the end of the big hit gaming state (S3106). When it is not “5R normal” (S3105; No), a setting is made to execute a specific effect (see FIG. 60) for notifying that the chance period is over after the big hit gaming state is over (S3107). When it is not “big hit” (S3104; No), a setting for executing a specific effect (see FIG. 60) for notifying that the chance period has come again is performed (S3108).

  When the specific effect flag is in the off state (S3103; No), after any of S3106 to S3108, the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command, the determined final stop symbol, the content of the setting for executing the specific effect, low An effect control pattern is set as a use pattern according to the content of the effect mode setting at the low probability base (content set in S3017 of the mode effect setting process), etc. (S3109). The effect control pattern in the highly accurate and high base state (during the chance period) is a pattern in which the decorative symbol is displayed in a small size on the upper left of the area 5A of the image display device 5 and the variable display is executed (FIG. 5). 58 etc.). The production control pattern in the low-probability low base state includes the production pattern in the first production mode in which the decorative design is variably displayed without using the second production mode character and the small design, the second production mode character, the decoration design, And it becomes either of the 2nd production mode which performs the variable display which uses a small design (refer FIG. 56).

  Returning to FIG. 44, the CPU 120 for effect control responds to the initial value (first special figure change time corresponding to the change pattern) of the first effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 corresponding to the change pattern. The initial value is set (S3031).

  Then, the setting for starting the variation of the decorative design or the like in the image display device 5 is performed (S3032). At this time, for example, the effect operation control may be started based on the effect control pattern set as the use pattern in S3030. Thereafter, the value of the first effect process flag is updated to “2” (S3033), and then the first variable display start setting process is ended.

  Returning to FIG. 41, the first variable display effect process in S372 is a process executed when the value of the first effect process flag is “2”. FIG. 47 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S372 of FIG. 41 as the first variable display effect process. In the first variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 first, for example, based on the timer value of the first effect control process timer or the like, the variable display time corresponding to the current variation pattern (first special figure variation time). It is determined whether or not elapses (S3051). As an example, in the process of S3051, the timer value of the first effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted), and the end code is output from the first effect control pattern corresponding to the updated timer value of the first effect control process timer. What is necessary is just to determine that the variable display time (first special figure fluctuation time) has elapsed, for example, when is read.

  If the variable display time has not elapsed in S3051 (S3051: No), it is determined whether the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification has become “0 seconds” (S3052), and has become “0 seconds”. In this case (S3052; Yes), the remaining time notification is ended and the specific effect is executed, so the remaining time notification flag is turned off and the setting for starting the specific effect is performed from here (for example, rewriting the effect control pattern). (S3053).

  When it is “0 seconds” (S3052; No), after S3053, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether the current execution time period (including the start timing) is the specified effect (S3054) (effect control pattern). If it is the execution period of the specific effect (S3054), it is determined whether the extension time (interruption) is not “0” (S3055), and the extension time (interruption) is not “0” ( S3055; Yes), the execution period of the specific effect is extended by the extension time (interruption) (S3056A), and the extension time (interruption) is reset to “0 second” (S3056B). By such processing, when the first special figure game is “big hit” and the first special figure game is interrupted during execution of the first special figure game, the interruption period is dealt with by expanding the execution period of the specific effect. (It is possible to match the end timing of the specific effect with the end timing of the first special figure game (derivation of the definitive decorative symbol)).

  When the extension time (interruption) is “0” (S3055; No), after S3056B, the effect control CPU 120 performs the specified effect operation control for executing the specified effect (S3057), and the present is the specified effect. It is determined whether it is the end timing (S3058), and if it is the end timing (S3058; Yes), the chance period effect flag is turned off to end the chance period effect (S3059) (the effect operation for ending the chance period effect) Control may be performed.), It is determined whether or not the display result of the current variable display result is “losing” (S3060). If it is “losing” (S3060; Yes), the chance period (highly accurate base) Since the (state) arrives again, the re-arrival flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 is turned on (S3061).

  When the first special figure game is interrupted while the specific effect is being executed, the variable display effect is not executed in the first place (FIG. 41), and therefore the execution of the specific effect is interrupted for a period during which it is not executed. In the process of FIG. 41, when the first special figure game is interrupted (S301; No), it is determined whether the specific effect is being executed (for example, when the specific effect is being executed in the predetermined area of the RAM 122). A flag to be in a state is provided, and the execution of the specific effect may be determined by this flag.) When the specific effect is being executed, the effect operation control of the specific effect is performed here (as an effect control pattern). For example, a specific effect may be executed by preparing and using a pattern for extension, etc.), and the execution of the specific effect may not be interrupted. With this process, even if the first special figure game is interrupted during execution of the specific effect, the execution period of the specific effect can be extended (extended), and the end timing of the specific effect and the end of the first special figure game (definite decorative symbols Derivation) timing can be matched.

  The execution of the specific effect (S3057) may be performed in parallel with the first effect control process (for example, the process of FIG. 37 is executed before or after the first effect control process). In this case, in S819, it may be determined whether or not the chance period effect flag is in an on state (here, since it is assumed that the first special figure game is being executed, the remaining time notification is performed). Alternatively, it is determined whether a specific performance is being executed). Alternatively, it is determined whether the remaining time notification flag is in an on state, or whether a flag that is turned on during execution of a specific effect (which may be provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122) is in an on state. It may be determined whether the time notification or the specific effect is being executed. Then, when it is determined that the remaining time notification or the specific effect is being executed (S819; Yes), the processing of S820 and the subsequent steps is performed, and it is determined that the remaining time notification and the specific effect are not currently being executed. In the case (S819; No), the process may proceed to S822. In addition, when the specific effect is executed, the same processing as S3055 to S3056B is performed, and even if the first special figure game is interrupted during the execution of the specific effect, the execution period of the specific effect is extended (extended) The end timing of the specific effect may be matched with the end timing of the first special figure game (derivation of the confirmed decorative symbol).

  When the current time is not the specific effect execution period (S3054; No), when it is not the end time of the specific effect (S3058; No), when the display result is “lost” (S3060; No), after S3061, other effect operations Control is performed (S3062), and this process ends. By repeatedly executing S3057, S3062, and the like, execution of variable display of decorative symbols, reach effects, specific effects, etc. is realized (FIGS. 55, 60, etc.).

  If the variable display time has elapsed in S3051 (S3051; Yes), it is determined whether or not a first symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (S3065). At this time, if the first symbol confirmation designation command is not received (S3065; No), the first variable display effect process is terminated and waits. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the first symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, a predetermined error has occurred in response to the failure to receive the first symbol confirmation command normally. Processing may be performed.

  When the first symbol confirmation command is received in S3065 (S3065; Yes), it is determined whether the variable display result is “big hit” of “5R normal” (S3066), and “big hit” of “5R normal” "(S3066; Yes), it is determined whether or not the derivation condition for the specific jackpot symbol is satisfied (S3067).

  The derivation condition is a condition in which the chance period (highly accurate and high base state) is likely to continue for a long time (a condition in which “big hit” does not occur for a long time in the first special figure game). When the number of reserved memories is “0” (determining whether a command is stored in the start winning command buffer), (2) there is a hold of the first special figure game, but the big hit determination for the hold None (the condition is satisfied if all the big hit determination flags in the command buffer at the start winning prize are turned off), (3) There is a hold of the first special figure game and there is a big hit judgment, but the special figure up to the big hit Fluctuation time is more than a predetermined time (here, 10 minutes or more) (in the starting winning command buffer, the fluctuation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the hold display number before the jackpot determination flag is turned on) The special figure fluctuation time from the fluctuation pattern specified by the command to the big hit may be calculated (for example, if the total of the special figure fluctuation times of each fluctuation pattern is equal to or greater than the predetermined time, the condition is satisfied). (See FIG. 48). The derivation condition may be any one or two of the above (1) to (3). The derivation condition may be other conditions than the above (1) to (3). The “big hit” may be only the “big hit” of “5R short-term”.

  If any of the above conditions is satisfied, the chance period (highly accurate and high base state) is likely to continue for a long time. Therefore, it is determined that the derivation condition for the specific jackpot symbol is satisfied (S3067; Yes), and the specific jackpot symbol (“7 7 7 )) As the final stop symbol, control is performed to derive and display the symbol (S3068). Thereby, it can be notified that the incoming chance period is likely to continue for a long time.

  When the variable display result is not “big hit” of “5R normal” (S3066; No), when it is determined that the derivation condition for the specific big hit symbol is not satisfied (S3067; No), the symbol previously determined in S371 is finally stopped As a symbol, control for deriving and displaying the symbol is performed (S3069).

  For example, the effect control CPU 120 transmits a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, and performs control for deriving and displaying a final stop symbol (definite ornament symbol) that becomes a display result by variable display of the ornament symbol. By performing the above, control for deriving and displaying symbols is performed. By this control, the display control unit 123 derives the final stop symbol and shows the final stop symbol, the derivation condition of the final stop symbol, and the like in FIG. 48 in which the final stop symbol is displayed for a predetermined time.

  After S3068 or S3069, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the remaining time notification flag is on (S3070). If the flag is on (S3070; Yes), the extension time (interruption) is “0 second”. (S3071), if it is not "0 second" (S3071; Yes), the effect operation control of the extended notification for adding the time of the extended time (interruption) to the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification is performed. Execute (S3072), and reset the extended time (interruption) to “0 seconds” (S3073). By such processing, the interruption period of the first special figure game can be added (extended) to the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification.

  When the remaining time notification flag is not in the on state (S3070; No), when the extension time (interruption) is not “0 second” (S3071; No), after S3073, the first per-start start command reception waiting time is predetermined. The predetermined time is set in a first effect control process timer (may be another timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122) or the like (S3074). Then, the value of the first effect process flag is updated to “3” (S3075), and the first variable display effect processing is ended.

  Returning to FIG. 41, the waiting process for the first special figure in S373 is a process executed when the value of the first effect process flag is “3”. In the waiting process per first special figure, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a first hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. Then, when the first hit start designation command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”, and this process is terminated. In addition, when the first presentation control process timer times out without receiving the first per-start designation command (when the first per-start designation command reception waiting time elapses), the first special game 1 It is determined that the special figure display result is “losing”, the value of the first effect process flag is updated to “0” which is the initial value, and this process is terminated.

  In S373, when the first effect control process timer times out (when the first special figure display result in the first special figure game is “losing”), the processing shown in the flowchart of FIG. 49 is executed.

  In the flowchart of FIG. 49, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following processing. First, it is determined whether or not the re-arrival flag is on (S3201A). If it is on (S3201A; Yes), the chance period comes again, so the chance period effect flag is turned on and the re-arrival flag is turned off. The state is reset (S3202A). Thereafter, the execution start setting of the chance period effect is performed (S3203). For example, an effect control pattern for executing a chance period effect is set as a use pattern.

  Thereafter, whether or not there is a hold of the first special figure game is determined based on whether or not a command is stored in the start winning command buffer (S3204), and if there is a hold (S3204; Yes), the remaining The time notification flag is turned on (S3205), and it is determined whether or not there is an on state big hit determination flag in the start winning command buffer (S3206). If there is (S3206; Yes), the latest on big hit is determined. The specific effect flag corresponding to the determination flag is turned on (S3207). When there is no on-hit jackpot determination flag in the start winning command buffer (S3206; No), a variable display (pending variable display) to be executed for a specific effect is randomly specified (S3208) (for example, It may be determined using a table corresponding to the number of first special figure hold memory and a random value, etc.), and the specific effect flag corresponding to the variable display to be executed (the variable display being held) is turned on. (S3209).

  After S3207 and S3209, the processing of S3210 to S3213 (processing for executing remaining time notification and extension notification) is executed, but since these processing are the same as S858 to S861, description thereof will be omitted. However, in S3213, processing for turning on the remaining time notification flag is also performed. When the re-arrival flag is off (S3201A; No), when there is no hold of the first special figure (S3204; No), this process ends. By such processing, setting for executing a specific effect and remaining time notification is performed.

  Returning to FIG. 41, the first big hit process of S374 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the big hit gaming state, and performs effect operation control with the set effect pattern. Corresponding to receiving the first hit end designation command, the value of the first effect control process flag is updated to “5”, which is a value corresponding to the first ending effect process.

  The first ending effect process of S375 is a process executed when the value of the first effect process flag is “5”. In the first ending effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the big hit gaming state, for example, and performs effect operation control with the set effect pattern. Also, at the end of the ending, the value of the first effect control process flag is updated to the initial value “0”. When updating to “0”, for example, the processing of the flowchart shown in FIG. 50 is also executed. Since this process is basically the same as the process of FIG. 49 (the process with the same step number is the same for both), only the parts different from the process of FIG. 49 will be described. In the flowchart of FIG. 50, first, it is determined whether or not the production-side high-accuracy base flag is on (S3201B). If it is not on (S3201; No), this process is terminated. (S3201: Yes), the chance period flag is turned on (S3202B). The subsequent processing is the same as the processing in FIG.

  FIG. 51 is a flowchart showing an example of the second effect control process. In the second effect control process, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether the second interruption flag is on (S404). When the second interruption flag is in the on state (S404; Yes), the display operation control to the effect of interruption is performed (S405), and the process is terminated. In S405, display operation control is performed to transmit a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, and an “OFF” image indicating that the interruption is in progress is displayed (see FIG. 60).

  Next, when the second interruption flag is in the OFF state (S404; No), the following is performed according to the value of the second effect process flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (initially “0”). Any one of 470 to S475 is selected and executed.

  The second display start waiting process in S470 is a process executed when the value of the second effect process flag is “0”. The second display start waiting process indicates that the second special game for the region 5B in the image display device 5 is being executed based on whether or not the second variation start designation command or the like has been received from the main board 11. This includes processing for determining whether or not to start displaying an image (variable display of a predetermined image). When the second change start designation command or the like is received and it is determined that the image display on the image display device 5 is started, the value of the second effect process flag is updated to “1”.

  The second display start setting process of S471 is a process executed when the value of the second effect process flag is “1”. FIG. 52 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S471 of FIG. 51 as the second display start setting process. In the second display start setting process shown in FIG. 52, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following process. First, the mode effect setting process shown in FIG. 45 is executed (S3020). For example, based on the second display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11, etc., the variable display result in the second special figure game that is displayed in the area 5B when the variable display result in the second special figure game is displayed is notified. The image to be displayed (display image of the variable display result) is determined as an image indicating the variable display result indicated by the second display result designation command (S4029). If the variable display result indicated by the second display result notification command is “big hit”, the image “◯” is determined as the image to be displayed in the region 5B.

  After the processing of S4029, a production control pattern corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted and received from the main board 11 (with a length corresponding to the second special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern is predetermined. An effect control pattern for performing variable display of images) is set as a usage pattern to be used thereafter (S4030).

  Next, in response to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command, the initial value of the second effect control process timer provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 (according to the second special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern) The initial value is set (S4031).

  Then, setting for starting image display in the image display device 5 is performed (S4032). For example, the presentation operation control is performed by transmitting a display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. Thereafter, the value of the second effect process flag is updated to “2” that is a value corresponding to the second display effect process (S4033), and the second display start setting process is ended.

  Returning to FIG. 51, the second display effect process in S472 is a process executed when the value of the second effect process flag is “2”. FIG. 53 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in S472 of FIG. 51 as the second display effect process. In the second display effect process shown in FIG. 53, the effect control CPU 120 performs the following process. First, for example, based on the timer value of the second effect control process timer or the like, it is determined whether or not the display time of the image corresponding to the variation pattern has passed (S4051). As an example, in the process of S4051, the timer value of the second effect control process timer is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted), and the end code is output from the second effect control pattern corresponding to the updated timer value of the second effect control process timer. It may be determined that the display time of the image has elapsed, for example, when is read.

  When the display time of the predetermined image (for example, the variable display time of the “◯” image and the “×” image) has not elapsed in S4051 (S4051; No), the effect control set as the usage pattern According to the pattern, an image indicating that the second special figure game is being executed (the predetermined image) is displayed in the region 5B (for example, as a kind of variable display of identification information, an image of “◯” and “× Effect operation control or the like is performed (S4056). After S4056, the second display effect process ends.

  When the display time of a predetermined image (for example, the variable display time of the “◯” image and the “×” image) has elapsed in S4051 (S4051; Yes), the second symbol transmitted from the main board 11 is displayed. It is determined whether a confirmation designation command has been received (S4065). If the second symbol confirmation designation command is not received (S4065; No), the second display effect process is terminated and waits. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the second symbol confirmation designation command after the display time has elapsed, a predetermined symbol corresponding to the fact that the second symbol confirmation designation command has not been received normally can be obtained. Error handling may be performed.

  If the second symbol confirmation designation command is received in S4065 (S4065; Yes), for example, control for displaying an image for informing the variable display result in the second special figure game by effect operation control is performed (S4066). Next, a predetermined time predetermined as a second waiting start designation command reception waiting time is set to a second effect control process timer (may be another timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122) or the like (S4067). Then, the value of the second effect process flag is updated to “3”, which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per second special figure (S4068), and the second displaying effect process is ended.

  Returning to FIG. 51, the second special chart waiting process in S473 is a process executed when the value of the second effect process flag is “3”. In the waiting process for the second special figure, it is determined whether or not the second start start command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. Then, when the second hit start designation command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”, and this process ends. Further, when the second effect control process timer has timed out without receiving the second hit start designation command (when the second hit start designation command reception waiting time has elapsed), the second special figure in the second special figure game. It is determined that the display result is “losing”, the value of the second effect process flag is updated to “0” which is the initial value, and this process is terminated.

  The second big hit process of S474 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this process, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the big hit gaming state is set, and effect operation control (for example, control for displaying an image of “to”, see FIG. 61) is performed with the set effect pattern. Also, for example, in response to receiving the second hit end designation command from the main board 11, the value of the second effect control process flag is updated to “5” which is a value corresponding to the second ending effect process. .

  The second ending effect process of S475 is a process executed when the value of the second effect process flag is “5”. In the second ending effect process, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the big hit gaming state or the like is set, and effect operation control is performed using the set effect pattern. Also, at the end of the ending, the value of the second effect control process flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 54, the gaming state and the like of this embodiment will be described. When the first special figure game is executed in the normal state and “big hit” of “5R short-term” is derived and displayed, it is controlled to the short-term open big hit gaming state (the gaming state at this time remains in the normal state) Since no winning at the big winning opening occurs (there is no game ball entering the probability variation detection area 40), the gaming state immediately after the short-term open big hit gaming state remains in the normal state (FIG. 54A). )).

  When the first special figure game is executed in the normal state and “big hit” of “5R normal” is derived and displayed, the game is controlled to the normal open big hit game state (the game state at this time remains in the normal state) , A winning at the big winning opening occurs (a game ball enters the probability variation detection area 40), and the gaming state immediately after the normal open big hit gaming state becomes a high probability high base state and the chance period (FIG. 54B). That is, a highly accurate and high base state (chance period) is started.

  When the first special figure game is executed in the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) and the “big hit” of “5R short-term” is derived and displayed, the specific effect is executed before that, and the opportunity is given at the end of the specific effect The period ends. Thereafter, the game state is controlled to the short-term open big hit gaming state (the gaming state becomes a normal state). In the short-term open big hit gaming state, no winning at the big winning opening occurs (there is no game ball entering the probability variation detection area 40), so the gaming state immediately after the short-term open big hit gaming state remains in the normal state. (FIG. 54C). The high-accuracy base state ends.

  When the first special figure game is executed in the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) and the “big hit” of “5R normal” is derived and displayed, a specific effect is executed before the end of the specific effect. The chance period ends. Thereafter, the game state is controlled to the normal open big hit game state (the game state becomes the normal state), and usually a prize is entered into the big prize opening (a game ball enters the probability variation detection area 40). In the game state immediately after the normal open big hit game state, the highly accurate and high base state is continued, and the chance period (FIG. 54D) comes again.

  When the second special figure game is executed in the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) and “big hit” of “5R normal” is derived and displayed, it is controlled to the normal open big hit gaming state (the gaming state is the normal state) Normally, a winning at the big winning opening occurs (a game ball enters the probability variation detection area 40), and the gaming state immediately after the normal opening big hit gaming state is a highly accurate high base state. Will continue. In the case of “big hit” in the second special figure game, the specific effect is not executed (because there is no fear that the high-accuracy high-base state will end), and the chance period continues without ending (FIG. 54 (E )).

  Next, an example of the effect screen displayed on the image display device 5 in this embodiment will be described. First, when the game state is the normal state, the first special figure game is executed, and when the “big hit” is derived and displayed, the effect screen will be described with reference to FIG.

  When the first special figure game is executed in the normal state, decorative display variable display (indicated by an arrow in the figure. The same applies to variable display hereinafter) starts in the area 5A of the screen (FIG. 55 ( A)). Reach is established at a predetermined timing (a timing predetermined for each variation pattern). The decorative pattern (decorated decorative pattern) constituting the reach is “6” here, but other decorative patterns may be used.

  Thereafter, immediately before the deciding display of the determined decorative symbol, an effect of hiding the decorative symbol is executed (FIG. 55C). Such an effect is defined by, for example, an effect control pattern and is executed in S3062.

  After that, in synchronization with the derivation timing of the variable display result of the first special figure game, the final stop symbol of “big hit” is derived and displayed, but the big hit type is “5R normal” and the situation is the derivation condition for the specific big hit symbol (figure 48, refer to FIG. 55), “7” is derived and displayed as specific jackpot symbols (S3068) (FIG. 55D). This derivation display is performed by the process of S3068, for example. When the jackpot type is “5R normal” and the derivation condition for the specific jackpot symbol is not satisfied, “5” is derived and displayed as the normal jackpot symbol when the jackpot type is “5R normal” (FIG. 55 ( E)). When the jackpot type is “5R short-term”, “6” is all derived and displayed as a normal jackpot symbol when the jackpot type is “5R short-term” (S3069) (FIG. 55 (F)).

  In the case of “big hit” of “5R normal” (when the big hit symbol is “5” or “7”), the game is controlled to the normal open big hit gaming state. The jackpot game state is the same regardless of whether the jackpot symbol is “5” or “7”. After the normal open big hit gaming state, it is usually in a highly accurate and high base state, and the chance period comes, so in the performance executed in the normal open big hit gaming state, the current state is the big hit gaming state and the chance An effect informing that the period has arrived is executed (S374) (FIG. 55 (G)). Then, after that, a chance period effect that informs the chance period (an effect that displays characters of “chance !!”), or a remaining time alert that informs at least a period when the chance period does not end as the remaining time of the chance period (“remaining” “Time 5:00” is displayed, and a timer display effect that reduces the time in real time) is executed (S852, S862) (FIG. 55 (H)).

  In the case of “big hit” of “5R short-term”, it is controlled to a short-term open big hit gaming state. In the case of a short-open big hit game state, since it will not normally become a high-accuracy high-base state, in the short-term open big hit game state, the effect that the high-accuracy high-base state will not be achieved ("Unfortunately it is a big hit ..." Is produced) (S374) (FIG. 55 (I)). Thereafter, the game in the normal state is performed (FIG. 55 (J)).

  Next, an example of the effect screen in the first effect mode and the second effect mode in the image display device 5 in the low probability low base state will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 56, display images (for example, images such as images of the first reserved display area 5HA, the second reserved display area 5HB, and the area 5B) other than the decorative symbols, the second effect mode character, and the small symbols are omitted. ing. In the first effect mode, as shown in FIGS. 56 (1) to (7), the effect mode characters and the small symbols are not used, and decorative symbols (“left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbols) are used. In the display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, there is an effect of variably displaying a normal size decorative design.

  On the other hand, in the second effect mode, as shown in (11) to (17) of FIG. 56, the decorative effect, the second effect mode character 94, and the small symbols (“left”, “middle”, “right”). There is an effect that variable display is performed using the reduced decorative symbols (displayed in the small symbol display areas 91, 92, 93).

  In the second effect mode, the small symbols correspond to a plurality of decorative symbol display areas in the first display region such as the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is used as special identification information that is variably displayed in a plurality of display areas in the two display areas. The special identification information is not limited to a small design displayed at the corner in a reduced form of the decorative design, but can be simplified (may be simplified and reduced) and displayed at the corner (for example, The first display area may be a symbol of a symbol or other display mode such as a symbol that is displayed in the corner without reducing the decorative symbol. The identification information other than the small symbols is also included as long as the identification information is variably displayed in the plurality of display regions in the second display region corresponding to the plurality of decorative symbol display regions.

  Specifically, in the second effect mode, as shown in FIG. 56 (11), the second effect mode character 94 selected and determined in S3013 or S3015 is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 at the start of variation in variable display. Displayed in a large size over the entire display area in the center, and the decorative symbols are not visible in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R, and the decorative symbols are not visible, and at the lower right corner of the screen , Three small symbol display areas 91, 92, 93 corresponding to the three decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R on the left, middle, and right in the center of the screen, Variable display with middle and right small symbols is started. The left, middle and right small symbols variably displayed in the small symbol display areas 91, 92 and 93 are the left, middle and right variably displayed in the left, middle and right decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R. It is a symbol that is variably displayed corresponding to the decorative symbol, and is displayed in a display mode that is smaller than a normally displayed decorative symbol.

  Next, at the stop timing of the left decorative symbol, as shown in FIG. 56 (12), the left decorative symbol appears in the left decorative symbol display area 5L, thereby facilitating the visual recognition of some decorative symbols. Then, the display is stopped and the left small symbol is deleted in the left small symbol display area 91 corresponding thereto. Next, at the right decorative symbol stop timing, as shown in FIGS. 56 (13) to (16), the right decorative symbol appears and stops in the right decorative symbol display area 5R. The right small symbol is erased in the corresponding right small symbol display area 93.

  When the right decoration symbol is stopped and the slide effect is selected as the change effect, as shown in FIG. 56 (13), the symbol immediately before the symbol that is the final display result appears. As shown in FIG. 56 (14), the second effect mode character 94 selected and determined in S3013 or S3015 (a character image smaller than that at the start of variation) is displayed. ) Acts on the symbol, such as riding on the temporarily stopped symbol. Then, as shown in FIGS. 56 (14) and 56 (15), the display in which the symbol on which the second effect mode character 94 has acted is slid downward and the symbol that will be the final display result from above is slid. After the display to be performed is executed, the decorative pattern on the right is changed to the symbol that will be the final display result and stopped as shown in FIG. 56 (16). ). When this slide effect is executed, even if a symbol that is not a combination of jackpot symbol is temporarily stopped, the symbol may be slipped and changed to another symbol, improving the player's expectation Can improve the interest of the game.

  Thereafter, when it comes to the stop timing of the middle decorative symbol, as shown in FIG. 56 (17), the middle decorative symbol appears in the middle decorative symbol display area 5C to make it easier to visually recognize and stop display. The middle small symbols are deleted in the middle small symbol display area 92.

  Also, when the right decorative design is stopped and the slide effect is not selected, the slip effect as shown in FIGS. 56 (14) and (15) is not performed, and FIG. ) Is displayed to stop the symbol that is the final display result.

  In the second effect mode, as shown in FIG. 56 (11), the second effect mode character 94 may not be displayed at the start of variation, and the left, middle, and right decorative symbols may not be displayed. Further, in the second effect mode, as shown in FIG. 56 (12), the decorative pattern to be visually recognized may be continuously displayed for a predetermined period without erasing the second effect mode character 94. .

  Further, in the second effect mode, an example in which three small symbols are changed in a state where the decorative symbols cannot be visually recognized for a predetermined period from the start of the change has been shown. After such a symbol is displayed but it is difficult to distinguish it, it may be made difficult to distinguish, and then it may be easily recognized at the timing described above. That is, the decorative design in the second effect mode may be in a state where it is difficult to view or is not visible over a predetermined period.

  Further, the mode in which the decorative design is difficult to view or invisible in the second effect mode is such that the decorative design is difficult to view or cannot be viewed by displaying an image other than the decorative design as shown in FIG. 56 (11). It is not limited to an example in which the decorative pattern is displayed, but the decorative pattern is difficult or invisible in such a manner that the movable object hides the decorative pattern depending on the operating state of the movable object operable in front of the display area of the image display device 5. Also includes examples of status. In addition, the manner in which the decorative symbol is difficult or impossible to visually recognize in the second effect mode is not limited to the display of an image other than the decorative symbol and the operating state of the movable object, and the decorative symbol itself is simply determined in a predetermined manner. Includes those that are hidden for a period of time.

  In addition, the mode for facilitating the visual recognition of the decorative symbol in the second effect mode is not limited to the appearance of the decorative symbol as shown in FIG. 56, and the decorative symbol is fluctuating. It is good also as a display mode which stops after appearing (for example, the fluctuation | variation by scroll display or replacement display etc.).

  In the second effect mode, an example is shown in which the change effect is executed only on the right decorative symbol among the left, middle, and right decorative symbols, but only the left decorative symbol or only the middle decorative symbol is changed. The change effect may be given to any one of the symbols so that is executed. Further, in the second effect mode, a change effect may be executed for all the left, middle, and right decorative symbols.

  Further, in the second effect mode, a change effect may be performed by an image other than the second effect mode character 94 acting on the right decorative design. For example, an image showing a bullet, an arrow of a bow or arrow, or another object such as a ball for ball games may be changed and produced by performing an action such as hitting a decorative pattern on the right.

  Further, in the second effect mode, an example in which the change effect is performed by the second effect mode character 94 acting on the right decorative design is shown. However, such an effect that the decorative design slides without displaying such a character. A change effect may be made. In addition, it is possible to execute a change effect both when the character acts and when it does not act, which suggests that the expectation of a big hit is higher than when the character does not act. An effect may be given (for example, the character is displayed as an image of a willingness to acquire an improvement in the player's advantage).

  Further, in the second effect mode, when the second effect mode character 94 displayed at the start of the variation acts on the decorative pattern on the right, a plurality of types with different selection ratios depending on the degree of expectation that is a big hit By displaying a background image selected from among the background images, a change effect that can suggest a high degree of expectation as a big hit with the background image may be provided.

  Further, in the second effect mode, an example is shown in which the change effect is performed by the second effect mode character 94 displayed at the start of the change acting on the right decorative design, but is different from that displayed at the start of the change. The change effect may be performed by the action of the character. In that case, a change effect may be produced by the action of a character selected from a plurality of types of characters with different selection ratios depending on the level of expectation that is a big hit. The second effect mode character may be included in the plurality of types of characters, and when the second effect mode character acts, a change effect that maximizes the expectation level that is a big hit may be performed.

  In the second performance mode, control may be performed so that the degree of expectation for occurrence of a predetermined state such as the degree of expectation for jackpots varies depending on the order in which the left, middle, and right decorative symbols are easily viewed. For example, the above-described expectation may be controlled differently in the order of facilitating the visual recognition of the decorative pattern of left → middle → right and the order of facilitating the visual recognition of the decorative pattern of right → middle → left.

  In the second effect mode, after reaching the reach state as shown in FIG. 56 (16), the effect is developed into a predetermined reach effect (for example, a reach effect in which the effect is performed on the full screen). At that time, even if there is a decorative pattern that has not been stopped, an effect may be provided so that the corresponding small symbol is not displayed. Moreover, when developing into such a reach effect, neither a small symbol nor a decorative symbol may be displayed. Further, when developing into such a reach effect, three small symbols may be displayed with the decorative symbol not visible again (it may be difficult to see).

  Further, in the second effect mode, the variation display as shown in FIG. 56 (11) and thereafter may be performed for all the variation displays to be executed, and some of the variation displays to be executed are shown in FIG. 56 (11) and after. Such variable display may be displayed. Further, not only the rendering mode but also all the variation displays to be executed may be displayed as shown in FIG. 56 (11) onward in all states, and some of the variation displays to be executed are shown in FIG. 56 (11). ) The display may be changed as shown below.

  In the second effect mode, as shown in FIG. 56 (11), an example is shown in which an effect is made that the decorative symbol is invisible (may be difficult to see) from the start of the variable display. First, when the variable display is started, the decorative design is made in an easily visible state, and then the variable display is started. Then, in the middle of the variable display, the effect of making the decorative design invisible (may be difficult to view) is made (for example, so-called black As shown in FIG. 56 (11) and subsequent drawings from the middle of the subsequent variation display, the display screen becomes dark and the decorative design becomes invisible (or difficult to view). An effect of executing a variable display may be performed.

  In the second effect mode, an example is shown in which the reach effect is executed after the slip effect (change effect) is executed as shown in FIGS. 56 (14) to (16). Not limited to this, after a slip effect (change effect) is executed, a combination of symbols of a predetermined chance may be temporarily stopped, and then all symbols may be re-variable to execute a pseudo-continuous effect. . The pseudo-continuous is a pseudo-continuous variation that is an effect display that makes it appear that a plurality of variations corresponding to a plurality of reserved memories are continuously performed although it is originally a variation corresponding to one reserved memory. Is an abbreviation for In this way, when the pseudo-continuous effect is executed after the slip effect (change effect) is executed, the small symbols may be variably displayed again as shown in FIG. 56 (11) in the pseudo-continuous effect. Or you may make it not use a small symbol for a variable display like FIG. 56 (1).

  In the second effect mode, when small symbols are displayed, it is possible to specify which position (left, middle, right position) each small symbol corresponds to the decorative symbol. May be. For example, each of the three small symbols corresponds to a decorative symbol at any position such as “left, middle, right”, “← ↓ →”, or “1, 2, 3”. The display that can specify whether or not there is may be directly or indirectly. In addition, by displaying each of the three small symbols with a frame, it may be easy to identify which decorative symbol “Left, Middle, Right” is supported. Even when the small symbols are erased in accordance with the ease of visual recognition of the symbols, the display of the frame line may be left (it may be erased). In addition, by changing (changing) the display mode (shape, etc.) of the three small symbols depending on the display position (left, middle, right), which decoration symbol of “left, middle, right” It may be easy to identify whether or not it corresponds to.

  Further, in this embodiment, in the second effect mode in which the three decorative symbols of left, middle, and right are variably displayed on one line, the small symbols are three ornaments of left, middle, and right on one line. An example of variably displaying corresponding to the pattern was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the effect control using the decorative symbols and the small symbols as described above is, for example, an effect display for variably displaying four or more symbols such as nine symbols, and a plurality of lines such as eight lines. The present invention may be applied to an effect display that causes a variable display. In such a case, the small symbols may be displayed in an effect display in which four or more symbols are variably displayed or variably displayed on a plurality of lines so as to correspond to the number of fluctuating display symbols or the number of fluctuating display lines. do it.

  If the image display device 5 simply displays the decorative symbols and the small symbols in correspondence with each other so as to match them, the following complicated display control is required, which increases the processing load of the display control. Occurs. That is, if the display of a small design is continued when the decorative design is made visible from the invisible state, the corresponding small design is matched with the decorative design when a certain decorative design is stopped. It is necessary to stop display at the symbol and timing, increasing the processing load of display control. In addition, when performing a change effect after a temporary stop of a decorative symbol, the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped only by performing an effect that stops the small symbol only at the final stop timing of the decorative symbol that is temporarily stopped during variable display. Therefore, when the stop is stopped, the small symbol does not stop, so that the player recognizes that the stop due to the temporary stop of the decorative symbol is a temporary stop, and the fun of the performance is reduced. The operation display must be performed in accordance with the temporary stop operation of the decorative design, which increases the processing load of display control.

  In order to solve such a problem, in the present embodiment, in the second effect mode, the three decorative symbols are made variable and the three small symbols are changed so that the three decorative symbols cannot be visually recognized. In addition to facilitating the visual recognition of some of the decorative symbols, an effect of erasing some of the three small symbols is provided. Thereby, since it is not necessary to control the variation mode of a small design according to the variation mode of a decoration design, the processing load of display control can be suppressed. Further, in the second effect mode, after the decorative design that has been made easier to visually recognize is stopped and displayed, a change effect is performed in which the decorative design is changed to another decorative design by the slip effect. Since the symbols have already been erased and there is no need to change the small symbols when changing the decorative symbols that have been stopped and displayed, the processing load of display control can be suppressed.

  FIG. 57 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the control timings of the decorative symbols and the small symbols in the second effect mode shown in FIG. In FIG. 57, (A) left decorative symbol, (B) decorative symbol, (C) right decorative symbol, (D) left small symbol, (E) small symbol, and (F) For the right small symbol, the display / non-display mode from the start of change to the stop of change when the jackpot display result is obtained after reaching the reach state is shown.

  Referring to FIG. 57, when the variable display is started in the second effect mode, the left, middle and right decorative symbols are not displayed. Instead of these decorative symbols, the left, middle and right small symbols are simultaneously displayed. Start the variable display. When the left decorative symbol comes to a stop timing, the left decorative symbol appears and the small left symbol is erased, and the display result of the left decorative symbol is determined. Next, when it comes to the appearance timing of the right decorative design, the left decorative design appears and the small right design is erased. After the above-mentioned sliding effect (change effect) is performed for a predetermined period, When it comes to the stop timing of the decorative pattern, the sliding effect ends, and the display result of the right decorative pattern is finalized. As a result, it reaches the reach state, and when the timing of the middle decorative symbol comes to a stop, the middle decorative symbol appears and the small small symbol is erased. The display result is finalized and the variable display ends.

  Next, an example of the effect screen in the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 58A, during the chance period, a chance period effect is executed, and an effect is displayed in which the characters “chance !!” are displayed (in the chance period effect, a background image is used for the chance period). You may change to the image of In FIG. 58A, an image of “◯” and an image of “x” are variably displayed in the region 5B (indicated by arrows in the figure). In the example of FIG. 58 (A), the remaining time notification is executed because it is determined that there is no suspension of the first special figure game at the end of the big hit gaming state, thereby not executing the remaining time notification (S3204; No). It has not been.

  As shown in FIG. 58B, the remaining time notification may be executed together with the chance period effect. The remaining time notification is an effect that displays “time remaining 5:00” and displays a timer that reduces the time in real time. The remaining time notification is performed particularly when there is a hold of the first special figure, and it is an effect of encouraging the end of the chance period. As shown in FIG. 58B, during the chance period, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R move to the upper left area of the area 5A. Variable display of decorative symbols is executed smaller than normal.

  Next, an example of the effect screen for the extension notification (S869) will be described with reference to FIG. In the extension notification, as shown in FIG. 59 (A), the extension time (+30 seconds) is notified, and the effect is added to the remaining time (4:00) notified by the remaining time notification. . As shown in FIG. 59 (B), a time shorter than the actually extended time (+30 seconds) is first notified (+5 seconds), and then the extended time is increased, and the actually extended time is set. You may notify (+30 seconds).

  Next, an example of an effect screen (including an image of a specific effect) corresponding to the first special figure game executed during the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) will be described with reference to FIG.

  Since the chance period effect is executed in the highly accurate base state, the decorative symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right” so that the variable display of the decorative symbol corresponding to the first special figure game is not conspicuous 5L, 5C, and 5R move toward the upper left of the region 5A, and the decorative display variable display is executed smaller than normal (FIG. 60A). In this variable display, reach is established when the predetermined timing is reached (FIG. 60 (B) or (D)). In the highly accurate and high base state, the variable display period becomes longer and the reach is established (however, the reach effect is not executed so as not to cover the chance period effect) (see FIG. 15). When the variable display result is “losing” and the specific effect is not executed, a definite decorative combination of reach-losing combinations is derived and displayed (FIG. 60C). In this case, the chance period (highly accurate and high base state) continues as it is.

  When the specific effect is executed (when the remaining time notification remaining time becomes “0”, the specific effect starts to be executed. S3053) (Note that the specific effect may be started before reach is established. )), A specific effect is displayed that displays the word “chance end ??” and gives a sense of crisis that the chance period ends (a sense of crisis in which a “big hit” of “5R short-term” is derived) (S3057). (FIG. 60 (E)). When the specific effect ends, the finalized decorative symbol is derived and displayed (the chance period, the chance period effect, etc. are ended (S3059, etc.)).

  If the final decoration pattern is “losing”, the fact that the chance period has come again (set in S3108) is notified as the end of the specific performance (display “resuming chance!”), And the final decoration of the reach loss combination is confirmed. A symbol is derived and displayed (FIG. 60F). Thereafter, the chance period effect is started again (processing in S373).

  When the confirmed decorative symbol is “big hit” of “5R short-term”, it is notified that the chance period ends (the high-accuracy base state ends) (set in S3107) as the last of the specific performance ( A display of “chance end...”), A definite decorative symbol of a jackpot combination having “6” corresponding to “5R short term” is derived and displayed (FIG. 60 (G)). Thereafter, during the big hit gaming state (short-term open big hit gaming state), an effect (indication of “unfortunate ...”) for notifying that the chance period does not come after that is executed (FIG. 60 (H)). The effect during the big hit gaming state may be the same effect as when “5R short-term” “big hit” is derived in the normal state (FIG. 55 (I)). After the big hit gaming state, the effect in the normal state is executed.

  In the case of the “big hit” of the “5R normal” symbol, the chance period comes again (set in S3106) as the end of the specific performance (display “chance revival !!”), A definite decorative symbol of a jackpot combination having “5” corresponding to “5R normal” is derived and displayed (FIG. 60 (I)). Thereafter, during the big hit gaming state (normally open big hit gaming state), an effect is provided to notify that the chance period has arrived thereafter (FIG. 60 (J)). The effect during the jackpot gaming state is the same effect as when “5R normal” “big hit” is derived in the normal state (FIG. 55 (G)), but may be a different effect.

  As in the normal state, when the above derivation condition (FIG. 48) is satisfied when the “big hit” of “5R normal” is satisfied, the specific big hit symbol (“7”) is also derived and displayed. When in the accurate base state, it is not necessary to display the specific jackpot symbols all together (for example, the derivation condition may be that the production-side high-accuracy base is in the off state) .

  When the second special game is executed, an image of “◯” and an image of “×” are variably displayed in the area 5B in synchronization with the game (FIG. 60 (G), FIG. 60 (I)). (Refer to the arrow in FIG. 60) When “big hit” is derived and displayed in the first special figure game during execution of the second special figure game and the big hit gaming state is entered, the second special figure game is displayed in the area 5B. "OFF" indicating that is interrupted is displayed (FIG. 60 (H), FIG. 60 (J)).

  Next, an example of an effect screen (including an image of a specific effect) corresponding to the second special figure game executed during the highly accurate and high base state (chance period) will be described with reference to FIG.

  When the second special figure game is executed, in synchronization with the second special figure game, the image of “◯” and the image of “x” are variably displayed in the area 5B (FIG. 60A), and the second special figure game is displayed. When the variable display result is “big hit”, the image of “◯” is derived and displayed (FIG. 60B), and when the variable display result of the second special figure game is “losing”, the image of “×” is derived. Displayed (FIG. 60 (C)), and during the big hit gaming state, an image of “NO” is displayed in the area 5B as an image in the big hit gaming state (FIG. 60 (D)). When the second special figure game is “big hit”, only the “5R normal” big hit type is selected, so the high-accuracy base state (chance period) continues. Since the second special game is likely to be a “hit”, there is no need to particularly notify that the game is in a big win game state.

  When the first special game is executed, the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the area 5A in synchronization with the first special game (FIGS. 61A to 61C) (see the arrows in FIG. 61). During the execution of the figure game, when “big hit” is derived and displayed in the second special figure game and the big hit gaming state is entered, “interrupted” indicating that the first special figure game is suspended in the area 5A. Is displayed (FIG. 61C).

  Next, the relationship between the chance period (chance period effect) and the remaining time notification will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 62, at the end of the big hit gaming state (or when the display result of the first special figure game in which the specific effect is executed is “losing”), if there is a hold of the first special figure game, The execution setting for the specific effect is made, and the remaining time notification is started immediately after the end of the big hit gaming state (FIG. 62A) (see FIG. 49, FIG. 50, etc.). At the end of the big hit gaming state (or when the display result of the first special figure game in which the specific effect is executed is “losing”), if there is no hold of the first special figure game, a first start prize is generated. When this occurs (here, it is also when the first special figure game starts), the remaining time notification is started (FIG. 62 (B)) (see FIG. 37, etc.). In this way, the remaining time notification can be appropriately executed.

  Next, a method for determining in which variable display the specific effect is executed will be described with reference to FIG. At the end of the big hit gaming state (or when the display result of the first special figure game in which the specific effect is executed is “losing”), the first special figure game is put on hold and the big hit judgment is put on hold. If there is, the specific effect flag corresponding to the big hit determination hold is turned on (S3206, S3207 in FIG. 49, FIG. 50), and specified when the variable display of the hold is executed (when the first special game of big hit is executed) An effect is executed (FIG. 63A). At the end of the big hit gaming state (or when the display result of the first special figure game in which the specific effect is executed is “losing”), the first special figure game is put on hold and the big hit judgment is put on hold. If not, the specific effect flag corresponding to any one of the suspensions (determined at random) is turned on (S3206, S3208, S3209 in FIG. 49, FIG. A specific effect is executed at the time of execution of one special figure game (FIG. 63 (B)). At the end of the big hit gaming state (or when the display result of the first special figure game in which the specific effect is executed is lost), if there is no hold of the first special figure game, the first special figure executed first The specific effect flag corresponding to the figure game (the first special figure game temporarily stored) is turned on (S856), and the specific effect is executed when the first special figure game variable display is executed (FIG. 63C). In this way, the specific effect can be appropriately executed.

  Next, referring to FIG. 64, a description will be given of the specific effect delay (S867). When execution of a specific effect is set in the first special figure game for losing (when the specific effect flag corresponding to the suspension of losing is on), if there is a new start winning, it is executed in the starting winning The specific effect flag may be turned on by one so that the specific effect is executed in the first special figure game. The execution time of the specific effect can be made appropriate by lowering the specific effect (particularly, the specific effect can be easily executed when the first special figure game is “big hit”).

  Next, the extension of the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification (extension by extension notification) will be described with reference to FIG.

  The time extended by the extension notification is set, for example, when starting execution of the remaining time notification (S860, S3212, etc.), and increases due to a specific effect being lowered or the first special game is interrupted ( S868, S820). For example, as shown in FIG. 65, the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification (decreases in real time) is extended by extension notifications A1 to A6 that are periodically executed (S869). It is also extended by extension notifications B1 to B3 due to the interruption of the first special figure game (S819 to S821, S869). Further, it is extended by the extension notification C1 when the remaining time becomes 0 second (S869). By such extension, the specific effect is executed when the remaining time notified by the remaining time notification becomes 0 second. In particular, even if the chance period is extended due to the interruption of the first special figure game or the specific effect is deferred, the specific effect is executed when the remaining time becomes 0 seconds. When the first special figure game being executed or put on hold has a long-term variable display period variation pattern, extension notification is likely to be made in a relatively short time (S869). In this way, the remaining time can be appropriately extended by extension notification (for example, the end timing of the specific effect and the end timing of the first special figure game (derivation of the finalized symbol design) can be matched).

  Next, a mode of extension by extension notification will be described with reference to FIG. If the execution of the first special game is interrupted during execution of the remaining time notification, but the extension for the interruption period is not executed during the execution of the first special game, the first special game is executed. At the end of the execution of the game, extension notification is executed so that the extension for the interruption period is all made (S3071 to S3072). Thereby, even if there is an interruption of the first special figure game, the remaining time can be appropriately extended by the extension notification (for example, the end timing of the specific effect and the end of the first special figure game (derivation of the finalized decorative symbol)) You can match the timing.)

  Next, a specific effect in which the execution period is expanded (expanded) by interrupting the execution of the first special figure game will be described with reference to FIG. When there is an interruption in the execution of the first special figure game corresponding to the variable display of the decorative design in which the specific effect is executed, the execution period of the specific effect is expanded by the interruption period (S3056A). Thereby, even if there is an interruption of the first special figure game, the execution period of the specific effect can be appropriately expanded (for example, the end timing of the specific effect and the end of the first special figure game (derivation of a finalized decorative symbol) You can match the timing.)

  With the above configuration, the first variable display means (for example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the like) that performs variable display of the first identification information (for example, the first special symbol) and derives the display result, the second A specific display result (for example, a second special symbol display device 4B or the like) that performs variable display of identification information (for example, a second special symbol or the like) and derives a display result (for example, the second special symbol display device 4B or the like). A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) that shifts to a specific gaming state (for example, a big winning gaming state or the like) when a jackpot symbol or the like is derived is configured.

  With the above configuration, the gaming machine causes the first variable display means to execute variable display of the first identification information, and causes the second variable display means to execute variable display of the second identification information, Variable display execution means (for example, the CPU 103 that executes S921 and S922) capable of executing variable display of the first identification information and variable display of the second identification information in parallel, and at least the first identification information Decoration variable display execution means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of S372) that executes variable display of decoration identification information in response to variable display and derives a decoration display result, and a game that controls the game state State control means (for example, CPU 103 that turns on the high-accuracy base flag in S1503, S2503, etc.) and variable display of the first identification information that has not been started yet Comprises holding storage means for storing a pending memory (e.g., the first Japanese view pending storage unit, etc.) and.

  With the above configuration, the gaming state control means can control the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state into an advantageous state advantageous to the player (for example, a high-accuracy base state) (for example, The high-accuracy base flag is turned on in S1503, S2503, etc.).

  The advantageous state may be a gaming state advantageous for the player, and may be a low-accuracy high-base state or a high-accuracy low-base state. The start of the advantageous state may not be triggered by the entry of a game ball into the probability variation detection area 40. For example, when the jackpot type is a specific type such as “5R probability change” (or when the type of the specific gaming state is a specific type), it may be controlled to the advantageous state after the specific gaming state. . Further, the advantageous state may be controlled not only immediately after the end of the specific gaming state but also after a predetermined period has elapsed since the end. For example, each time a variable display is executed after the end of a specific gaming state, a lottery that promotes to an advantageous state (which may be performed using a random number and a table; the same applies hereinafter) is performed and the winning is made. , May be controlled to an advantageous state. At this time, the winning probability may be set to be high for a specific type.

  In the advantageous state, the variable display of the second identification information is executed after the end of the specific gaming state when the variable display of the first identification information is executed and the specific display result is derived. It is easier to end than after the specific gaming state ends when the display result is derived (for example, in the first special figure game, “5R short-term” “big hit” for ending the high-accuracy base state is derived and displayed. However, in the second special figure game, “big hit” of “5R short-term” for ending the high-accuracy high-base state is not derived and displayed).

  Further, in the continuation period of the advantageous state, the normal state is the normal state in the middle, but it is not necessary to return to the normal state during the specific game state. The end of the advantageous state may be a state where the advantageous state is not re-controlled after the specific gaming state. Further, in the above embodiment, the advantageous state is continued by deriving a specific type of specific display result (“5R normal”) in the variable display of the second identification information and controlling it to the specific gaming state. However, what is necessary is just to continue until a predetermined specific display result is derived in the variable display of the first identification information. In the above embodiment, the specific display result derived by the variable display of the second identification information always continues the advantageous state. However, a plurality of the specific display results are prepared, and a part of the specific display result is terminated. The specific display result (such as “big hit” of “5R short term”) may be used. In such a case, the variable display of the first identification information should be easier to derive the specific display result for ending the advantageous state than the variable display of the second identification information. The advantageous state may be not only immediately after the end of the specific gaming state, but also may end after a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the end. For example, a lottery (which may be performed using a random number value and a table; the same applies hereinafter) that falls from the advantageous state to the normal state is performed every variable display executed after the specific gaming state ends. When the lottery is won, the advantageous state may be terminated. For example, the falling lottery may be performed only after the specific gaming state based on the derivation of the specific display result of the variable display of the first identification information, for example, every time the variable display is executed, or the first identification information is variable. It is also possible that the fall rate is higher after the specific gaming state based on the derivation of the specific display result of the display than after the specific gaming state based on the derivation of the specific display result of the variable display of the second identification information (falling lottery Is also executed for each variable display, etc.).

  Further, according to the above configuration, when the variable display of the first identification information is executed and the specific display result is derived, the decorative variable display executing means can select a plurality of types of decorative specific display results as the decorative display result. Can be derived (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for deriving and displaying a definite decorative symbol constituting a jackpot combination in which either “5” or “7” is arranged), and variable display of the first identification information is possible. When the specific display result is derived after being executed, and when the reserved memory is not stored by the reserved storage means (for example, the jackpot symbol is derived and displayed by the variable display of the first special symbol, and the first When the special figure holding storage number is “0” or the like, a specific decoration specific display result (for example, “7”) of the plurality of types of decoration specific display results is arranged as the decoration display result. It is possible to derive the particular jackpot symbol, etc.) (e.g., CPU 120, etc. for effect control executing the processing in S3068).

  According to said structure, it can be made easy to understand the ease of completion (continuation) of an advantageous state with the kind of decoration specific display result, and the interest of a game can be improved. In particular, as in the above-described embodiment, when the reserved storage is stored by the storage unit, the symbol (decoration specific display result) is determined depending on whether the derivation condition for the specific jackpot symbol is satisfied or not. By making it different, it is possible to easily understand the end of the advantageous state (continuation), and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, according to the above configuration, the advantageous state is started when a transition to a specific type of the specific gaming state (for example, a normal open big hit gaming state, etc.), and a predetermined type different from the specific type. The game machine ends when triggered by the transition to the specific gaming state (for example, a short-term open big hit gaming state), and the gaming machine shifts to the specific gaming state of the predetermined type in the variable display of the first identification information. Period notification effect executing means for executing a period notification effect (for example, remaining time notification, etc.) for notifying a non-derivation period in which the specific display result is not derived (for example, an effect control CPU 120 for executing the process of S862) is further provided. According to said structure, a player can grasp | ascertain the non derivation | leading-out period by period alerting | reporting effect, and can improve the interest of a game.

  Further, according to the above configuration, the advantage of the specific gaming state when the specific decoration specific display result is derived and when a predetermined decoration specific display result other than the specific decoration specific display result is derived. Are the same (for example, regardless of whether the confirmed decorative symbol constituting the jackpot combination is “5” or “7”, it is controlled to the normally open jackpot gaming state). According to said structure, it can suppress that the specific game state when a specific decoration specific display result is derived | led-out becomes advantageous too much.

  In addition, with the above configuration, the gaming machine includes a determination unit (for example, the CPU 103 that executes the process of S1006) that determines the variable display mode of the first identification information corresponding to the hold storage stored by the hold storage unit. The decoration variable display execution means further includes a variable display of the first identification information to execute the specific display result and when the determination result of the determination means satisfies a specific condition (for example, The jackpot symbol is derived and displayed in the variable display of the first special symbol and there is no jackpot determination in the hold of the variable display of the first special symbol, or there is a jackpot determination in the hold of the variable display of the first special symbol. If the period until the “big hit” is derived (the first special figure fluctuation time) is long, it may be at least one of the above derivation conditions). It can be derived a decoration specific display result (e.g., CPU 120, etc. for effect control executing the processing in S3068). According to said structure, it can be made easy to understand the ease of completion (continuation) of an advantageous state with the kind of decoration specific display result, and the interest of a game can be improved. In particular, as in the above-described embodiment, when the determination result of the determination means satisfies a specific condition, such as when the derivation condition for the specific jackpot symbol is not satisfied, and when it does not satisfy the symbol (decoration specific display result) By doing so, it is possible to easily understand the end (continuation) of the advantageous state, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game.

  Further, with the above configuration, the determination unit determines whether or not the specific display result is derived for the hold storage stored by the hold storage unit (for example, the CPU 103 that executes the process of S402). When the determination result of the determination unit satisfies the specific condition, the determination unit determines that the specific display result is not derived for all the hold memories stored by the hold storage unit (for example, , There is no big hit judgment in the hold of variable display of the first special symbol).

  In addition, when the determination result of the determination unit satisfies the specific condition, the determination unit is in the specific game state in which the advantageous state is ended for all the hold memories stored by the hold storage unit. The specific display result (for example, “5R short-term” “big hit”) may be determined not to be derived.

  According to said structure, it is easy to understand the easiness of completion (continuation) of an advantageous state with the kind of decoration specific display result, and the interest of a game can be improved. Further, with the above configuration, the determination unit determines whether or not the specific display result is derived for the hold storage stored by the hold storage unit and the variable display period of the variable display (for example, S402). When the determination result of the determination means satisfies the specific condition, depending on the determination result of the determination means for all the hold memories stored by the hold storage means The specific period until the specific display result is derived is equal to or longer than the specific period (for example, there is a jackpot determination in the variable display suspension of the first special symbol, but “big hit” is derived) (E.g., when the first special figure fluctuation time is long).

  In addition, when the determination result of the determination means satisfies the specific condition, the advantageous state specified by the determination results of the determination means for all the hold memories stored by the hold storage means is terminated. It may be when the period until the specific display result (for example, “5R short-term” “big hit”) in which the specific gaming state is obtained is equal to or longer than the specific period. According to said structure, it can be made easy to understand the ease of completion (continuation) of an advantageous state with the kind of decoration specific display result, and the interest of a game can be improved.

  In addition, with the above configuration, the gaming machine performs a period notification effect (for example, executed in a chance period) that notifies a non-derivation period in which a display result that ends the advantageous state is not derived in at least the variable display of the first identification information. Period notification effect executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of S862) and an extension effect for extending the notified non-derivation period (for example, extension notification). Etc.) is further provided with extended effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of S869).

  In the above embodiment, the period notification effect continuously reports the non-derivation period (although the remaining time is reduced in real time), but the non-derivation period is only at regular or irregular timings. You may be notified.

  Further, according to the above configuration, the extension effect includes a first extension effect (for example, a long-term extension notification with an extension time of 40 seconds or 50 seconds, etc.) and a second extension period that is shorter than the first extension effect. Extended presentation (for example, a short-term extension notification of 10 seconds or 20 seconds to be extended, etc.), and the extended presentation execution means includes first identification information whose variable display period is equal to or longer than a specific period (first period). It is easy to execute the second extended effect during the execution of variable display (for example, when the variable display change pattern of the first special symbol being executed is a long-term change, the effect control CPU 120 executes short-term extension notification. etc).

  In the above embodiment, the short-term extension effect is executed during execution of variable display of the first identification information whose variable display period is equal to or longer than the specific period, and the first identification information whose variable display period is less than the specific period is displayed. While the second extension effect is not executed during the execution of the variable display, the second extension effect can be executed even if the variable display period is longer than the specific period or less than the specific period. The execution rate of the second extended effect may be higher when the variable display period is equal to or longer than the specific period than when the variable display period is less than the specific period.

  The extension effect executing means may shorten the average of the extension periods extended by the extension effect when the variable display period is not less than the specific period when the variable display period is not less than the specific period. According to said structure, it can prevent that the alerting | reporting of a non-derivation period becomes monotonous by extended production, and can improve the interest of a game. In addition, when the variable display period is a long period that is equal to or longer than the specific period, it is possible to increase the chance of executing the extended effect (because the extended effect can be executed many times by informing the short time), You can improve your interest.

  With the above-described configuration, the extended effect executing means variably displays the first identification information whose variable display period is less than the specific period during execution of variable display of the first identification information whose variable display period is equal to or longer than the specific period. During execution of the extension effect, the extension period shorter than the shortest extension period (for example, the shortest 30 seconds that can be extended in the long-term extension notification) among the extension periods that can be extended in the extension effect (for example, extended in the short-term extension notification) It is possible to execute an extension effect that extends the non-derivation period in the shortest time (10 seconds or the like to be obtained) (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of S869). According to said structure, the interest of a game can be improved by extended production. In addition, when the variable display period is a long period that is equal to or longer than the specific period, it is possible to increase the chance of executing the extended effect (because the extended effect can be executed many times by informing the short time), You can improve your interest.

  With the above-described configuration, the extension effect execution means extends the non-derivation period with a short extension period during execution of variable display of the first identification information whose variable display period is equal to or greater than the specific period as the extension effect. Can be performed to extend the non-derivation period by an extension period longer than the short extension period (for example, as shown in FIG. 59 (B), an extension notification that increases the extension time is executed. Production control CPU 120 etc.). According to said structure, even if an extension period is short, since the said extension period may become long, a feeling of expectation continues and it can improve the interest of a game.

  According to the above-described configuration, the storage unit that stores the variable display of the first identification information that has not yet been started as the storage unit (for example, the first special figure storage unit), and the storage unit that is stored by the storage unit Determination means for determining the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information corresponding to the storage (for example, determination means for determining whether or not the variable display period is equal to or longer than the specific period) (for example, determination in S1006 An effect control CPU 120 or the like that executes the process of S884 based on the result, and the extended effect execution means has a variable display period stored in the hold memory stored in the hold storage means for a specific period (first time). 2 periods may be different from the specific period (the first period).) When the reserved storage is included (the stored storage stored by the reserved storage means includes When the variable display period is determined to be greater than or equal to the specific period by the means, the second extended effect can be easily performed (for example, the variable display hold of the first special symbol can be changed over time. The effect control CPU 120 or the like that performs short-term extension notification when the change pattern hold memory is included.

  In the above embodiment, the short-term extension effect is provided when the hold storage stored by the hold storage means includes the hold storage determined by the determination means that the variable display period is equal to or greater than a specific period. And the second extension effect is not executed during execution of variable display of the first identification information whose variable display period is less than the specific period when the holding storage determined to be longer than the specific period is not included. However, the second extended effect can be executed regardless of whether or not the hold memory determined to be equal to or longer than the specific period is included, and the execution ratio of the second extended effect is determined as the specific You may make it higher when the pending | holding memory | storage determined to be more than a period is included rather than the time when the suspending memory determined to be more than the said specific period is not included.

  Further, the determination means determines the variable display period, and the extended effect execution means has a predetermined total of the variable display periods determined by the determination means for each hold storage stored by the hold storage means. When it is more than the period, the second extended effect may be easily performed.

  The extension effect execution means may shorten the average of the extension periods extended by the extension effect when the specified period or the predetermined period or longer is not longer than the specified period or the predetermined period. According to said structure, it can prevent that the alerting | reporting of a non-derivation period becomes monotonous by extended production, and can improve the interest of a game. In addition, it is possible to increase the execution opportunity of the extension effect in the case where the variable display period is a long period (because the extension effect can be executed many times by notifying the short time), and the interest of the game can be improved.

  With the above configuration, when the extended production execution means includes the hold storage determined by the determination means that the variable display period is equal to or greater than the specific period, the hold storage stored by the hold storage means includes: An extension period (for example, short-term) that is shorter than the shortest extension period (for example, the shortest 30 seconds that can be extended in long-term extension notification) among the extension periods that can be extended by the extension effect when the reserved memory is not included It is possible to execute an extended effect that extends the non-derivation period (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control that executes the process of S869). According to said structure, the interest of a game can be improved by extended production. In addition, it is possible to increase the execution opportunity of the extension effect in the case where the variable display period is a long period (because the extension effect can be executed many times by notifying the short time), and the interest of the game can be improved.

  With the above configuration, the extended effect executing means, as the extended effect, after extending the non-derivation period with a short extension period during execution of variable display of the first identification information whose variable display period is equal to or longer than the specific period. An effect that extends the non-derivation period in an extension period longer than the short extension period can be executed (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes extension notification adding the extension time as shown in FIG. 59B). etc). According to said structure, even if an extension period is short, since the said extension period may become long, a feeling of expectation continues and it can improve the interest of a game.

  With the above configuration, the gaming machine includes variable display period determining means (for example, the CPU 103 that executes the process of S111) that determines the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information, and the variable display executing means includes: The variable display period of the first identification information is executed in the variable display period determined by the variable display period determining means, and the specific display result is displayed in the variable display of the second identification information during the variable display of the first identification information. When derived, the lapse of the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information (for example, measurement of the variable display period) is interrupted, and the specific gaming state ends when the specific display result is derived Later, the time elapse of the variable display period (for example, measurement of the variable display period) is restarted (for example, S102 to S106 are executed to execute the variable display of the first special symbol). 2 special variable display of symbols is "big hit" is derived interrupts the processing of the variable display of the first special symbol when it is controlled to the jackpot gaming state CPU103, etc.) Ru. Note that the time lapse of the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information (for example, measurement of the variable display period) may be interrupted from the time of the variable display of the second identification information from which the specific display result is derived (hereinafter, measurement of the variable display period). The extension effect and the specific effect may be executed according to the interruption time from the time of variable display of the second identification information from which the specific display result is derived, for example. For example, the first special figure game may be interrupted from the start of the second special figure game that becomes “big hit” until the end of the big hit gaming state based on the “big hit”. Note that the time lapse of the variable display period of the variable display of the second identification information (for example, measurement of the variable display period) may be interrupted from the time of the variable display of the first identification information from which the specific display result is derived. For example, the second special figure game may be interrupted from the start of the first special figure game that becomes “big hit” to the end of the big hit gaming state based on the “big hit”.

  Suspending the elapsed time of the variable display period includes that the variable display period is not measured internally even if the variable display is apparently executed, and the interrupted period is not included in the variable display period. . The variable display may not be executed even in appearance. In addition, when the variable display of the first identification information is executed with data such as an effect control pattern (that is, data sequentially arranged in time series), the reading of the data is interrupted and the first It also includes interrupting execution of variable display of identification information.

  With the above-described configuration, the extended effect executing means has been suspended after the start of the execution of the period notification effect and the lapse of time of the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information (for example, measurement of the variable display period). The extension effect corresponding to the interrupted period is executed (for example, in S869, the extension notification is executed based on the addition flag turned on by the interruption of the variable display of the first special symbol) CPU 120 for control etc.).

  According to the above configuration, due to the extension effect, a difference between the player's uncomfortable feeling (the end timing of the non-derivation period notified by the period notification effect and the derivation timing of the display result in the variable display of the first identification information increases). Discomfort due to) can be reduced, and a decrease in the interest of the game can be suppressed. The specific effect may be unnecessary. Even if the specific effect is executed, the end timing of the non-derivation period notified by the period notification effect and the derivation timing of the display result in the variable display of the first identification information due to the interruption of the variable display of the first identification information. Since it becomes larger from the original deviation, the player's uncomfortable feeling can be reduced by the above configuration.

  For example, the extension effect executing means executes the extension effect when the extension period during which the non-derivation period can be extended is equal to or longer than a predetermined period (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of FIG. 68). ). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may perform the process of FIG. 68 in S869. The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the addition flag is on (S901). If the addition flag is on (S901; Yes), the suspended first special figure game has been resumed and extended. It is determined whether or not the time (interruption) is equal to or longer than the predetermined time (S902). If it is equal to or longer than the predetermined time, control for executing the extension notification for the extended time (interruption) is performed (S903), and then the extended time (interruption) ) Is reset to “0” (S904). After the addition flag is off (S901; No) or not longer than the predetermined time (S902; No), the process ends after S904. According to said structure, the extension period in extension production can be made into a long period, and the interest of a game can be improved. In particular, the player's uncomfortable feeling can be further reduced by an extension effect in which the extension is performed for the interrupted period (see FIG. 70).

  In addition, with the above configuration, the extended effect execution means executes the extended effect each time the specific display result is derived in the variable display of the second identification information during the variable display of the first identification information (for example, In step S869, the CPU 120 for effect control that performs extension notification based on the addition flag turned on by the interruption of the variable display of the first special symbol).

  As another example of this configuration, the effect control CPU 120 may perform the process of FIG. 69 in S869, for example. The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the addition flag is on (S901). If the addition flag is on (S901; Yes), the suspended first special figure game has been resumed and extended. Control for executing extension notification for time (interruption) is performed (S903), and then the extension time (interruption) is reset to "0" (S904). When the addition flag is off (S901; No), after S904, this process ends. According to said structure, the execution opportunity of an extended production can be increased and the interest of a game can be improved. In particular, the player's uncomfortable feeling can be further reduced by an extension effect in which the extension is performed for the interrupted period (see FIG. 70).

  With the above-described configuration, the gaming machine can perform a specific effect (for example, until the specific display result is derived in the variable display of the first identification information after the non-derivation period notified in the period notification effect). A specific effect executing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of S3057), the period notification effect is executed, and the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information is executed. Based on the interruption of the passage of time (for example, measurement of the variable display period), specific effect extending means for extending the execution period of the specific effect (for example, effect control for expanding the execution period of the specific effect in the process of S3056A) CPU 120 and the like.

  According to the above configuration, due to the specific effect, a difference between the player's uncomfortable feeling (the end timing of the non-derivation period notified by the period notification effect and the derivation timing of the display result in the variable display of the first identification information increases). Discomfort due to) can be reduced, and a decrease in the interest of the game can be suppressed. In particular, it is possible to further reduce the player's uncomfortable feeling by extending the execution period of the specific effect by the time corresponding to the interrupted period. In the above-described embodiment, the execution period of the specific effect is extended in time series (although the execution start timing of the specific effect is advanced), it may be extended in time series. (You may bring the execution start timing of the specific effect later).

  By the said structure, the said specific production | presentation execution means until the display result other than the said specific display result is derived | led-out in the variable display of 1st identification information from the end of the said non-derivation period alert | reported in the said period alerting | reporting effect. In the meantime, the specific effect can be further executed (the CPU 120 for effect control that executes the specific effect even when the variable display result is “losing”). According to said structure, the variation of a specific production can be increased and the interest of a game can be improved.

  Further, according to the above configuration, the gaming machine includes variable display period determining means (for example, the CPU 103 that executes the process of S111) that determines the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information. 1 state (for example, the CPU 103 referring to the determination table B in FIG. 71), or a second state in which the variable display period of the variable display of the first identification information can be determined to be shorter than the first state (for example, 71, the decoration variable display executing means can execute the variable display of the first identification information and derive the specific display result, and When controlled to the first state as an advantageous state (for example, when the big hit symbol is derived and displayed by variable display of the first special symbol and the big hit type is “5R normal B”, etc.) As the decoration display result, it is possible to derive a specific decoration specific display result (for example, a specific jackpot symbol having “7”, etc.) among the plurality of types of decoration specific display results (for example, execute the processing of S3068) Effect control CPU 120 or the like).

  Details of such a configuration will be described. The CPU 103 refers to the variation patterns of FIGS. 71B to 71E when determining the variation pattern of the first special figure game in the highly accurate and high base state. As shown in FIG. 72, “5R normal A”, “5R normal B”, and “5R short-term” are prepared as jackpot types. As in the above embodiment, “5R short-term” is not selected in the second special game. Further, in the high-accuracy base state after the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the “5R normal A” has become “big hit”, the table A in FIGS. 71 (B) and (D) is referred to, and “5R normal B” In the high-accuracy and high-base state after the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the “big hit” of “is reached, the table B in FIGS. 71C and 71E is referred to. In the second special game, regardless of the jackpot type, the variation pattern may be determined in the same manner as in the above embodiment, or the reference table may be changed according to the jackpot type. Here, the table referred to by the jackpot type at the time of entering the high-accuracy base is referred to throughout the high-accuracy base. For example, in the normal state, when the big hit type of the “special bonus” of the first special figure game is “5R normal A”, that is, when it is determined to refer to the table A in the high-accuracy base state, the high-accuracy base In the state, the table A corresponding to the first jackpot type is referred to regardless of the jackpot type of “big hit” in the second special figure game.

  The first special figure change time determined with reference to the table A in FIGS. 71B and 71D is the first special figure determined with reference to the table B in FIGS. 71C and 71E. It is shorter than the fluctuation time. It should be noted that by adjusting the table determination ratio and the fluctuation pattern, the average first special figure fluctuation time when the table A is referred to is longer than the average first special figure fluctuation time when the table B is referenced. It should be shortened.

  Under such circumstances, in S3068, even when the jackpot type is “5R normal B”, processing is performed assuming that the derivation condition for deriving the specific jackpot symbol is satisfied (see FIG. 73. Note that FIG. 73 and the derivation condition) The description of is based on FIG. 48 and the description in the above embodiment.) When the big hit type is “5R Normal B”, the subsequent variable display period of the first special figure game is longer than “5R Normal A”, so the high-accuracy base state continues for a long time like other derivation conditions. Cheap. For this reason, even when the big hit type is “5R normal B”, it is possible to notify that the highly accurate and high base state is likely to continue by deriving the specific big hit symbol.

  Note that the table referred to by the jackpot type may change every time the jackpot occurs. For example, when the big hit type of the “big hit” of the first special figure game in the normal state is “5R normal A”, the control is made to the high-accuracy base state referring to the table A thereafter, and then the high-accuracy high-base state When a “big hit” occurs in the second special figure game and the big hit type is “5R normal B”, the high-accuracy base state referring to the table B may be controlled thereafter.

  According to said structure, it can be made easy to understand the ease of completion (continuation) of an advantageous state with the kind of decoration specific display result, and the interest of a game can be improved. In particular, when the big hit type is “5R normal B” or the like, when the derivation condition for the specific big hit symbol is not satisfied, and when the special big hit symbol is not satisfied, the advantageous state ends ( It is easy to understand the continuity), and the fun of the game can be improved.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, a second embodiment will be described. In the second embodiment, when performing an effect of making a decorative symbol invisible and displaying a small symbol, in a specific state such as a reach state, the above-mentioned changing effect is not executed, and a plurality of decorative symbols are displayed. An example will be described in which erasure of a corresponding small symbol is restricted even when some decorative symbols are easily recognized.

  Even in the case of performing an effect in which a decorative symbol is not visible and a small symbol is displayed as in the second effect mode state in the low probability low base state, for example, it is a specific state such as a reach state. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 performs control to prohibit execution of the change effect such as the above-described slip effect. When performing control for prohibiting execution of such a change effect, in a specific state, the effect control CPU 120 makes it easy to visually recognize some decorative symbols such as symbols that form a reach symbol. Also, control is performed to continue display without deleting the corresponding small symbols. In this way, it is possible to make it easier for the player to recognize the state of the decorative symbol by continuously displaying the small symbol in a state where the change effect is not executed.

  In this way, the specific state that is subject to the control for continuously displaying small symbols without changing effects is the state of a specific effect mode other than the second effect mode, the probability change state, the short-time state, the latent effect state ( By performing control that does not notify whether or not the probability variation state is present, a state in which the player makes an impression that the probability variation state is hidden is displayed), and the pre-reading effect state (the stored storage information is actually displayed in a variable manner). One state or a plurality of states may be included in a state in which pre-reading is performed before execution and an effect such as a jackpot notice effect is performed.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) As shown in FIGS. 56 (11) to (17), in the second effect mode, the three decorative symbols are made invisible and the variable display for changing the three small symbols is made invisible. In addition, it is possible to facilitate visual recognition of some of the three decorative symbols and to erase some of the small symbols of the three small symbols. Thereby, since it is not necessary to control the variation mode of a small design according to the variation mode of a decoration design, the processing load of display control can be suppressed. Further, in the second effect mode, after the decorative design that has been made easier to visually recognize is stopped and displayed, a change effect is performed in which the decorative design is changed to another decorative design by the slip effect. Since the symbols have already been erased and there is no need to change the small symbols when changing the decorative symbols that have been stopped and displayed, the processing load of display control can be suppressed.

  (2) In S3023, S3024, and S3027 in FIG. 44, the display result in the variation display of the identification information is determined based on whether or not to control the big hit gaming state and a predetermined determination condition. In this configuration, the processing load on the display control means can be suppressed.

  (3) As shown in FIG. 43, as the change effect, an effect selected from a plurality of types of change effects such as a plurality of types of slide effects by using the first to third characters of FIG. 43 for the slide effects. Is executed, the variation of the change effect increases, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  (4) As shown in FIG. 56, when the second effect mode is in a predetermined state, an effect that makes the decorative symbol invisible is executed, and in a state other than the predetermined state, such as the first effect mode, the decorative symbol Is not performed. Thereby, the effect performed according to whether it is in 2nd effect mode differs, and the interest of a game can be improved.

  (5) As shown in the second embodiment, in the state where the change effect is not executed, by continuously displaying the small symbols, it is possible for the player to easily recognize the state of the decorative symbols.

  The present invention can be further modified and applied to the configuration described above. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 does not have to include all the technical features shown in the above-described embodiment and the like, and a part of the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above-described embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may have only a configuration. A modification is shown below. You may combine at least one part about each of the following modification.

  (1) In addition to the display on the image display device 5, the extension notification is displayed on a sub-image display device different from the image display device 5 (a liquid crystal display device, LED segment display, etc.), a speaker 8 </ b> L, It may be based on voice output by 8R.

  (2) A plurality of types of execution times of extension effects are prepared (for example, those that execute an extension effect in an execution period of 10 seconds and those that execute an extension effect in an execution period of 5 seconds). The predetermined condition such as during execution of variable display of the first identification information in which the variable display period is equal to or longer than a specific period (in the hold storage stored by the hold storage means, the variable display period is greater than or equal to the specific period In other words, it may be possible to make it easy to execute an extended effect with a short execution time. This also increases the opportunity for performing the extension effect.

  (3) The remaining time notification is a time obtained by notifying the hold storage and notifying the fluctuation time of the first special figure game at the start of execution of the first special figure game or subtracting the execution time of the specific effect from the fluctuation time. May be notified.

  (4) In the above embodiment, the execution of the other special figure game is interrupted when the game is controlled to the big hit game state based on one special figure game, but the variable display result of the other special figure game May be forcibly lost. In such a case, for example, when a “big hit” occurs in the second special figure game, the first special figure game becomes “lost”, the end time of the highly accurate and high base state is postponed, and the game performance is improved. In particular, by making the first special figure game “losing”, by performing an extended notification according to the variable display time of the first special figure game (particularly by performing an extended notification according to the configuration of the above embodiment). , Can improve the fun of the game.

  (5) The jackpot type and jackpot game state may be anything other than those described above. For example, the mode of the big hit gaming state (the mode of round game) may be the same for the jackpot type that shifts to the high-accuracy high-base state and the jackpot type that does not shift.

  (6) In the above embodiment, it is assumed that the game balls that have won the big prize opening always enter the probability variation detection area 40, but other paths are also provided, and a certain percentage of the game balls that won the big prize opening is , You may make it impossible to win in the probability variation detection area 40. Further, for example, a first attacker (special variable winning ball device) having a probability variation determination device (probability variation detection region) and a second attacker (special variable prize ball having no probability variation determination device (probability variation detection region) inside. In the big hit gaming state of the first big hit type (corresponding to the above “5R normal”) that shifts to an advantageous state such as a high-precision high-base state, the first attacker is released and the high-precision high-base state The second attacker may be released in the second jackpot gaming state (corresponding to the above-mentioned “5R short-term”) that does not shift to the advantageous state or the like or ends the advantageous state. Further, in the big hit game state of the second big hit type, the probability variation determination device (probability variation detection region) may be covered so that the game ball cannot enter, so that the subsequent game state does not become the probability variation state. Further, an effective period for detecting a game ball entering the probability variation detection area 40 (a period in which the entry is effective only when an entry of the game ball is detected within the effective period) may be provided. In this case, for example, in both the first jackpot type jackpot gaming state and the second jackpot type jackpot gaming state, the opening period of the big winning opening is set as the period during which the game ball can enter the big winning opening (the length of the period). The period may be the same or different for the first jackpot type jackpot game state, and the valid period may be lengthened in the jackpot game state of the second jackpot type (or The effective period may be such that the game ball cannot be substantially detected. Even in the big hit gaming state of the second big hit type, the first attacker is released (however, the opening period is shorter than the first big hit type), and a period in which the lid is not provided is provided (however, this period) May be made shorter than the first big hit type) or the effective period (however, the period is made shorter than the first big hit type). In these cases, the big hit of the second big hit type can be derived in the first special figure game and not derived in the second special figure game, or the derivation ratio of the second big hit type at the big hit is the first special figure. By making the game higher than the second special figure game, “the advantageous state is after the end of the specific gaming state when the variable display of the first identification information is executed and the specific display result is derived. It may be easier to end than after the end of the specific gaming state when the variable display of the second identification information is executed and the specific display result is derived.

  (7) In S1006, prefetching may be performed based on the current gaming state, and the prefetching notice effect may be executed on the effect control board 12 side.

  (8) As for the fluctuation pattern for the high-accuracy base state (for the chance period), the fluctuation pattern for “big hit” may have a shorter first special figure fluctuation period than the fluctuation pattern for “losing”.

  (9) The game random number for the first special figure and the game random number for the second special figure may be shared. That is, the random number values MR1 to MR3 may be used in common.

  (10) A plurality of types of variation patterns for the second special figure may be prepared for “losing” and “big hit”, respectively. Also, different variation times may be used for “losing” and “big hit”. If the variation time is the same, a common variation pattern may be prepared for “losing” and “big hit”.

  (11) When the second starting prize is generated in the normal state, the second special figure game is made so that the “big hit” is less likely to occur in the variable display of the second special figure game (or to encourage left-handed). The special figure fluctuation time may be very long (for example, 30 minutes).

  (12) Another first start prize opening is provided in the vicinity of the second start prize opening, and the game balls are placed in the first start prize and the second prize so that the first start prize and the second start prize are generated at a predetermined rate. You may distribute to 2 start prizes, and in this case, when the generation ratio of the first start prize and the second start prize is biased and an abnormality occurs, the abnormality may be notified.

  (13) With reference to FIG. 40, the extension time may be determined according to the extension time (total). For example, the extension time may be defined by a ratio of 20%, 40%, 80%, etc. of the extension time (total).

  (14) The determination (S3067) as to whether the derivation condition for deriving the specific jackpot symbol (FIG. 48, etc.) may be made at the start of variable display, at the time of reach, or at the elapse of a predetermined time. In addition, when the derivation condition is satisfied, the specific jackpot symbol may not be always derived but the specific jackpot symbol may be derived at a certain rate.

  (15) The “5R short-term” “big hit” confirmed decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach miss, etc., so that the player does not notice the “5R short-term” “big hit”.

(16) Screen display such as variable display corresponding to the second special figure game may not be performed.
(17) The interruption of the first special figure game may be internal, and the decorative design may remain fluctuating.

  (18) The termination of the high-accuracy high-base state may be terminated when the special lose symbol or the small hit symbol is derived.

  (19) When the “big hit” of “5R normal” is derived in the first special figure game in the high-accuracy high-base state, it is not necessary to execute the specific effect (the high-accuracy high-base state or the chance period is It may be continued as it is.) The specific effect may be started before the timer display in the remaining time notification becomes 0 seconds remaining, and the specific effect may end when the timer reaches 0 seconds (in this case, “big hit” or “ A variable display result of “losing” may be derived.)

  (20) When deriving the specific jackpot symbol, other big jackpot symbols such as “6 6 6” may be temporarily stopped (temporarily stopped), and then the specific jackpot symbol may be derived together.

  (21) In the above-described embodiment, the high-accuracy high-base state and the normal state are prepared as the gaming state. For example, when there is no entry of a game ball to the probability variation determination device such as the probability variation detection area 40 during the big hit gaming state (when there is no detection by the probability variation detection switch 24 or the like), the subsequent gaming state is controlled to the probability variation state. Instead, the high base state (short time state) may be controlled. In this way, the low-accuracy base state may be controlled after the big hit gaming state. Note that the jackpot gaming state controlled to the high base state may be only a part of a plurality of types (for example, only the 5R normal jackpot gaming state). In the case of a predetermined type of big hit game state, if a game ball enters the probability variation determination device such as the probability variation detection region 40, the probability variation state is controlled, but the high base state need not be controlled. . In this way, the high-low and low-base state may be controlled after the big hit gaming state. The advantageous state may be a high base state or a probability variation state (high accuracy state).

  (22) In the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control microcomputer of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time and the type of reach effect, one change pattern command is transmitted when the change is started. Although an example is shown, a change pattern may be notified to the effect control microcomputer by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notification by two commands, the game control microcomputer uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-ream, a slide effect, etc. before reaching (so-called second if not reaching) A command indicating the fluctuation time and fluctuation mode is transmitted before the stop, and the second command is the so-called second stop after reaching the reach such as the type of reach and the presence / absence of the redrawing effect (if the reach is not reach) A command indicating the variation time and variation mode of (after) may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control microcomputer may perform effect control in the change display based on the change time derived from the combination of the two commands. In the game control microcomputer, the change time is notified by each of the two commands, and the effect control microcomputer selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. Good. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  (23) In addition, the image display operation in the image display device for executing the device configuration and data configuration of the gaming machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the sound output operation in the speaker, the game effect lamp and the decoration LED Various rendering operations including the lighting operation in can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the spirit of the present invention. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winnings. It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives

  (24) The program and data for realizing the present invention are limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium, such as a pachinko gaming machine 1, such as a computer device included in the gaming machine. Instead of this, a form distributed by pre-installing in a storage device such as a computer device may be adopted. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

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

  (25) As the present embodiment, a gaming machine that pays out game media to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win has been described, but the game media is enclosed and the game media is You may employ | adopt the enclosure type game machine which adds a game point (score), without paying out at hand. The enclosed game machine has a circulation path for circulating a plurality of balls, which are examples of game media, in the game machine, and is provided with a storage unit for storing game points. The game points are added to the storage unit, the game points are subtracted from the storage unit in response to the ball launching operation, and the game points are added to the storage unit in response to the occurrence of a prize. In addition, the gaming machine has a configuration in which a game board that forms a game area into which a game ball is driven is attached to a game frame provided with a launching device and a ball payout device. The basic functions may be shared, and only the game board having the characteristic structure of the game may be distributed. In this case, the game board having the characteristic structure of the game is referred to as a game machine. Such a sealed game machine may be provided with a function of counting game points and transmitting the counting result to a card unit as an example of a recording medium processing device (game device). In this case, it is desirable to provide counting operation means (counting button) for instructing counting of game points in the enclosed game machine. For example, the counting result of the game points is converted into “score points” and directly recorded on a “recording medium carried by the player” such as a card or terminal inserted (accepted) in the card unit. . Alternatively, the score management server connected to the card unit manages the card ID recorded on the recording medium, and transmits the counting result from the card unit to the score management server. You may make it memorize | store a player's score.

  (26) In the present embodiment, “ratio (ratio, probability)” is exemplified, but “ratio (ratio, probability)” is not limited to this, for example, a value within a range of 0% to 100% Of these, a value including 0%, a value including 100%, or a value not including 0% and 100% may be used.

  (27) The first special symbol and the second special symbol in the above-described embodiment have been shown as examples in which variable display is possible in parallel, but when one is variable display, the other cannot be variable display By controlling in this way, variable display in parallel may be avoided. In that case, the first special reserved memory and the second special reserved memory may be controlled to be variablely displayed in order of winning, and one of them is preferentially used to control variable display. May be.

  (28) The change effect in the above-described embodiment is not limited to the sliding effect, as long as the effect is to change the symbol that has been easily recognized to another symbol, and the replacement effect that replaces the symbol that has been easily recognized to another symbol. Other effects such as a deformation effect for deforming a symbol that has been easily recognized into another symbol may be executed.

  (29) In the above-described embodiment, the example of determining whether or not to execute the change effect and determining the timing for executing the change effect is shown at the start of the variable display. Depending on the winning status of the first special symbol (the status of the stored information) during variable display, a specific jackpot display result (for example, a jackpot symbol with "7" etc.) out of a plurality of types of jackpot display results is displayed. It may be possible to change the type of the display result, such as whether to derive or to derive another jackpot display result (for example, a jackpot symbol with “5”).

  (30) It should be understood that the embodiment disclosed herein is illustrative and non-restrictive in every respect. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

  5 image display device, 1 pachinko gaming machine, 120 effect control CPU, 5L, 5C, 5R decoration symbol display area, 91, 92, 93 small hits display area, 94 second effect mode character, 4A first special symbol display device 4B Second special symbol display device, 103 CPU.

Claims (4)

A gaming machine capable of executing a variable display of a plurality of types of identification information capable of identifying each in a variable display means,
Comprising display control means for controlling the fluctuation display means,
The display control means includes
Control for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information in a plurality of display areas in the first display area;
And invisibility or visibility impossible state identification information Te plurality of display areas odor in the first display area by displaying an image over the first display area, corresponding to a plurality of display areas in the first display region Control for variably displaying special identification information in a plurality of display areas in the second display area;
The identification information and the special identification information can be displayed at the same time, and the identification information is displayed in at least some of the plurality of display areas in the first display area in which the identification information is difficult to view or invisible. Control for erasing the special identification information of the display area in the second display area corresponding to the display area that has been made easy to visually recognize while leaving other special identification information,
After making the identification information easy to visually recognize in the display area where the first display area is made easy to visually recognize, it is possible to execute a control for performing a change effect to change the identification information made easy to visually recognize to another identification information,
The change effect is a gaming machine selected from a plurality of predetermined change effects.   The gaming machine according to claim 1, further comprising display result determining means for determining a display result in the variable display of the identification information based on whether or not to control to a specific gaming state and a predetermined determination condition. First variation display means for performing variation display of the first identification information to derive a display result;
Second variation display means for performing variation display of the second identification information and deriving a display result,
When a specific display result is derived to either the first variation display means or the second variation display means, the state shifts to a specific gaming state,
A variation display executing means capable of executing the variation display of the first identification information and the variation display of the second identification information in parallel;
Gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state;
A holding storage means capable of storing information relating to the variable display of the first identification information as holding storage information;
The display control means derives a decoration display result by executing a variation display of decoration identification information corresponding to at least a variation display of the first identification information,
The gaming state control means can control the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state into an advantageous state advantageous to the player,
In the advantageous state, after the end of the specific gaming state when the variation display of the first identification information is performed and the specific display result is derived, the variation display of the second identification information is performed and the identification is performed. Easier to finish than after the end of the specific gaming state when the display result is derived,
The display control means includes
When the variation display of the first identification information is executed and the specific display result is derived, any one of a plurality of types of decoration specific display results can be derived as the decoration display result.
The specific decoration specific display result of the plurality of types of decoration specific display results can be derived as the decoration display result on condition that a predetermined condition is satisfied. Game machines. First variation display means for performing variation display of the first identification information to derive a display result;
Second variation display means for performing variation display of the second identification information and deriving a display result,
When a specific display result is derived to either the first variation display means or the second variation display means, the state shifts to a specific gaming state,
A variation display executing means capable of executing the variation display of the first identification information and the variation display of the second identification information in parallel;
Gaming state control means for controlling the gaming state;
A holding storage means capable of storing information relating to the variable display of the first identification information as holding storage information;
The display control means derives a decoration display result by executing a variation display of decoration identification information corresponding to at least a variation display of the first identification information,
The gaming state control means can control the gaming state after the end of the specific gaming state into an advantageous state advantageous to the player,
In the advantageous state, after the end of the specific gaming state when the variation display of the first identification information is performed and the specific display result is derived, the variation display of the second identification information is performed and the identification is performed. Easier to finish than after the end of the specific gaming state when the display result is derived,
The gaming machine is
A period notification effect executing means for executing a period notification effect for notifying a non-derivation period in which a display result that ends the advantageous state is not derived in the variable display of the first identification information;
The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising an extended effect executing means for executing an extended effect for extending the notified non-derivation period.

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