JP6496477B2 - Game machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and in particular, a game is performed based on a game medium being launched into a gaming area, and a variable display is executed to display and display a display result, which is advantageous for a player. The present invention relates to a gaming machine that can be controlled in an advantageous state.

  Generally known as this type of gaming machine, a game medium (game ball) is launched into the game area and the game is performed, and can be controlled to an advantageous state (big hit game state) advantageous to the player There was something.

  In such a gaming machine, when a game ball is fired, a firing effect is output to produce an effect firing sound, and when it is determined that the player is in an advantageous state advantageous to the player, a specific effect firing sound is output. There was a thing. (Patent Document 1).

JP 2006-087756 A (paragraph number 0047)

  However, in the above-described Patent Document 1, there is a problem that the firing effect is lacking in the interest because the firing effect is performed only when it is determined to be in an advantageous state.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of launch effects.

(1) A game is played based on the game medium (game ball) being launched into the game area (game area 7), and a variable display is executed to display and display a display result, which is advantageous for the player. It is a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) that can be controlled to (big hit gaming state),
Advantageous state selection means (game control microcomputer 560, S73 of FIG. 12) for selecting which of the plurality of types of advantageous states (normal big hit, probability variation big hit, etc.) to be controlled;
Advantageous state control means (game control microcomputer 560, S305 to S307 in FIG. 10) for controlling the advantageous state of the type selected by the advantageous state selection means;
And especially on the basis of the detected origination Isa game media, special effect special effect execution unit capable of executing the (FIG. 13, the output of the special firing effect sounds in FIG. 14) (the effect control microcomputer 100, S515 of FIG. 21 )
The special effect is an effect suggesting that the variable state is controlled to the advantageous state after the variable display is executed, and the display result of the variable display after the variable display is started. It can be executed during the execution of the suggestion effect executed in a predetermined period during execution of the variable display until the derivation display is performed,
The execution pattern of the suggestion effect includes a first effect pattern that becomes a first effect result advantageous to the player, and a second effect pattern that becomes a second effect result that is more disadvantageous than the first effect result,
Wherein by the special effect is run, Ri identifiable der the type of the advantageous state of being selected by the advantageous condition selecting means,
The ratio that is selected when the special effect is executed during the execution of the suggestive effect based on the detection of the launched game medium is lower than the ratio that is selected when the special effect is not executed.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of launch effects.
(2) In the gaming machine of (1),
Before the advantageous state is controlled, the specific effect means (the effect control microcomputer 100, S723 of FIG. 20) that executes the specific effect (the battle effect of FIGS. 13 and 14) that can specify that the advantageous state is reached. , S724),
The special effect execution means, wherein a possible identify the type of advantageous conditions the special effect, is executed when the specific effect by the specific effect means is executed (FIG. 13, a special firing effect sound 14 Battle (It is output when the production is executed).

According to such a configuration, even if it is specified that an advantageous state is obtained by executing the specific effect, it is possible to prevent the player from stopping the game medium from being released.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2),
The plurality of types of advantageous states have different advantages for the player (as shown in FIG. 3, the advantages such as the probability change state after the big hit gaming state differ depending on the normal big hit and the probability change big hit),
The special effect execution means is configured to be in a specific advantageous state (probability big hit) having a higher degree of advantage than a predetermined advantageous state in the plurality of types of advantageous states by the special effect that can specify the type of the advantageous state. It can be specified.

According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player have higher expectations for the special performance.

(4) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (3),
A determination means for determining whether or not to execute the special effect that can specify the type of the advantageous state each time a game medium is fired during a predetermined period before the advantageous state is controlled (effect control micro A computer 100, S509 in FIG.
The special effect execution means executes the special effect that can identify the type of the advantageous state based on the determination result of the determination means (S515 in FIG. 21).

According to such a configuration, every time a game medium is launched, it can be expected that the type of advantageous state is specified by the special effect.

(5) In any of the gaming machines (1) to (4),
The special effect execution means continuously executes the special effect that can specify the type of the advantageous state for a predetermined period (a period until the end of jackpot display as shown in FIG. 13) (S505 and S506 in FIG. 21). Thus, until the special fire effect flag is reset at the end of the big hit display effect, the fire effect by the special fire effect sound is executed in S515.)

According to such a structure, it can suppress that a player does not notice that the special effect was performed.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is explanatory drawing shown about a hit ball | bowl launching device and its peripheral part. It is a figure which shows a hit classification table. It is a block diagram which shows an example of the circuit structure in a main board | substrate (game control board). It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table and the big hit classification determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of the pending | holding storage buffer in the microcomputer for game control. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows a starting port switch passage process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol normal process. It is a timing chart which shows the example of effect control of a launch effect. It is a figure which shows the display image and speaker output sound of an effect display apparatus as an example of the effect control in which a special firing effect sound is output during a battle effect. It is a flowchart which shows production control main processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number used with an effect control board. It is a figure which shows a special launch effect determination table in a table format. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an effect design fluctuation start process. It is a flowchart which shows an effect setting process. It is a flowchart which shows a firing effect process.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Although a pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine and may be other gaming machines such as a coin gaming machine, and a gaming medium is launched into the gaming area. Any gaming machine may be used as long as the gaming machine is played based on it , performs variable display, and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 1 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 is a gaming machine in which a game ball as a game medium is launched into the game area 7 to play a game, and includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape, and an inner side of the outer frame. And a game frame attached to be openable and closable. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) that can be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts (games to be described later) attached to them. A structure including the board 6).

  On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2 is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3. Under the hitting ball supply tray 3, an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 3 and a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing the hitting ball are provided. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6 in which a game ball that has been struck can flow down.

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 4 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape), for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower tray body (for example, the central portion of the lower tray). A stick controller 122 that can be held and tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right) is attached. It should be noted that the stick controller 122 has a predetermined operation by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 125 (see FIG. 4) that can perform an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 121 (see FIG. 4) that detects a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation or the like with respect to the trigger button 125 is provided inside the operation rod of the stick controller 122. Built-in). In addition, a tilt direction sensor unit 123 (see FIG. 4) for detecting a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower pan main body or the like below the stick controller 122. The stick controller 122 includes a vibrator motor 126 (see FIG. 4) for causing the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  A member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 is operated by a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 122). A possible push button 120 is provided. The push button 120 only needs to be configured to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 124 (see FIG. 4) for detecting an operation action of the player performed on the push button 120 may be provided in the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 120 is installed. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 1, the mounting positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 as the position approached to either the left or right in the upper plate and the lower plate while maintaining the vertical positional relationship. Alternatively, the attachment positions of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 are not in the vertical relationship, but may be in the horizontal relationship, for example.

  In the present embodiment, an example in which the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 having the trigger button 125 are provided as an example of the operation means that can be operated by the player is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and only one of the push button 120 and the stick controller 122 may be provided as the operation means. Further, as the operation means, other operation means such as a lever switch and a jog dial may be provided.

  An effect display device 9 composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD) is provided near the center of the game area 7. On the display screen of the effect display device 9, there is an effect symbol display area for performing variable display of the effect symbols synchronized with the variable display (also referred to as variable display) of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Therefore, the effect display device 9 corresponds to a variable display device that performs variable display of effect symbols. In the effect symbol display area, there is a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The symbol display area includes “left”, “middle”, and “right” symbol display areas, but the position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed on the display screen of the effect display device 9. Three areas of the display area may be separated. The effect display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the first special symbol display 8a is executing the variable display of the first special symbol, the effect control microcomputer causes the effect display device 9 to execute the effect display along with the variable display. When the change display of the second special symbol is executed on the symbol display 8b, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 9 along with the change display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped. .

  Further, in the effect display device 9, symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) have continued for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol) Stops, swings, scales, or deforms in a state that matches the symbol combination), or multiple symbols fluctuate synchronously in the same symbol, or the position of the display symbol is switched Thus, an effect performed in a state where the possibility of occurrence of a big hit (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) before the final result is displayed is referred to as reach effect. Further, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Furthermore, the fluctuation display including the reach effect is referred to as reach fluctuation display. And when the display result of the symbol variably displayed on the effect display device 9 is not a big hit symbol, it becomes “out” and the variation display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate the big hit.

  Here, in the reach state, when the effect symbols that are stopped and displayed in the display area of the effect display device 9 constitute a part of the jackpot combination, the change of the effect symbols that are not yet stopped and displayed is continued. This is a display state in which all or part of the effect symbols are synchronously changing while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. In other words, reach means a state in which identification information constitutes a specific display result in a plurality of variable display areas, but at least some of the variable areas are in variable display. In this embodiment, the reach state is formed, for example, in a state where the same symbol is stopped in the left and right symbol display areas and the symbol is not stopped in the middle symbol display area. The symbols stopped in the left and right symbol display areas when the reach state is formed are called reach formation symbols or reach symbols.

  The display effect in the reach state is reach effect display (reach effect). In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance may be performed with a lamp or sound. This production is called reach production. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (effect design etc.)) or a display mode (for example, a color etc.) of the background image of the effect display device 9 is displayed. ) May change. This change in character display and background display mode is called reach effect display. In addition, some reach is set so that a big hit is likely to occur when it is executed, compared to a normal reach (normal reach). Such a special reach is called super reach. In addition, the reach includes a normal reach, which is a basic reach, as a reach other than a special super reach. Normal reach is set so that big hits are less likely to occur when executed than super reach.

  In this embodiment, in the super reach, after the reach symbol is formed, after displaying a predetermined moving image (for example, a moving image such as a predetermined character moving image), in the final effect display before displaying and displaying the display result A complicated effect display that improves the player's expectation, such as an effect of scrolling a medium effect symbol during fluctuation, is executed. Also, in normal reach, after the reach symbol is formed, the type of background image (the image that constitutes the background of the symbol) is not different from the image that was displayed before reaching the reach state without displaying the aforementioned moving image. A relatively simple presentation display is executed. In such a normal reach, for example, in the scroll state before the stop display of the final stop symbol of the middle symbol, for example, the effect of decelerating the variable display speed from the symbol before any symbol number (number of symbol arrangements) such as three symbols before As a result, the final effect display before the display result derivation display is performed. In the normal reach, other effect display may be performed.

  On the right side of the effect display device 9, there is provided a first special symbol display (first variation display unit) 8a for variably displaying the first special symbol as identification information for identifying each. The first special symbol display 8a is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying special symbols such as numbers 0 to 9. Further, on the right side of the effect display device 9 (next to the right of the first special symbol display 8a), a second special symbol display (second display) that variably displays each second special symbol as identification information that can be identified. Fluctuation display portion) 8b is provided. The second special symbol display 8b is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of variably displaying special symbols such as numbers 0 to 9.

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 8a and the second special symbol indicator 8b are collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator (variable display unit). There are things to do.

  Although this embodiment shows a case where two special symbol indicators 8a and 8b are provided, the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol indicator.

  In the variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition (first execution condition) or the second start condition (second execution condition) which is the execution condition of the variation display is established (for example, the game ball is After passing through the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14 as a start winning area (including winning), a variable display start condition (for example, when the number of reserved memories is not 0) The first special symbol and the second special symbol are not displayed in a variable display, and the big hit game is not executed), and the variable display time (variable time) is set. When the time elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information). In addition, the variable display in which the start condition is not yet established even though the game ball has entered the start area such as the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is within a predetermined upper limit range. Storing information is called pending storage. The term “holding storage” is also used when indicating (specifying) information stored on hold. Further, information related to the hold storage is called hold storage information.

  A winning device having a first start winning port 13 is provided below the effect display device 9. The game ball won in the first start winning opening 13 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the first start opening switch 13a.

  A variable winning ball device 15 having a second starting winning port 14 through which a game ball can be won is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 13. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the second start opening switch 14a. The variable winning ball device 15 is opened by a solenoid 16. When the variable winning ball device 15 is in the open state, the game ball can be awarded to the second starting winning port 14 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it is easier for the game ball to win the second start winning opening 14 than the first starting winning opening 13. In addition, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning opening 14. Accordingly, in a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it is easier for the game ball to win the first starting winning port 13 than the second starting winning port 14. In the state where the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the closed state, it may be configured that the winning is possible (that is, it is difficult for the gaming ball to win) although it is difficult to win a prize. Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 13 and the second start winning opening 14 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

  Above the second special symbol display 8b, there is a second special symbol hold memory display 18b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 14, that is, the second reserved memory number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 18b increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 every time there is an effective start winning. And whenever the fluctuation | variation display by the 2nd special symbol display 8b is started, the number of the indicators to light is reduced by one.

  Further, above the second special symbol hold memory display 18b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 13, that is, the first hold memory number (the hold memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 18a is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 18a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 8a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device for driving a driving motor (launching motor) in response to the player operating the ball striking operation handle 5 and launching a game ball to the game area 7 using the rotational force of the driving motor. (Not shown) is provided. Specifically, a touch sensor is provided around the hitting operation handle 5, and the player's hand touches the touch sensor while the player operates the hitting operation handle 5, and the player's hand The drive motor is driven in response to the touch detected by the touch sensor. In this state, the hitting momentum is adjusted according to the amount of rotation of the hitting operation handle 5 by the player, and the game ball is shot into the game area 7. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 7 through a ball striking rail (launch ball guide passage) formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 7, and then descends the game area 7. . When the game ball enters the first start winning port 13 and is detected by the first start port switch 13a, if the variation display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, The first start condition that enables the display of the variation of one special symbol is established), the first special symbol display 8a starts the variation display (variation) of the first special symbol, and the effect display device 9 In step S, the variation display of the effect design is started. That is, the change display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the first start winning opening 13. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the first reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When the game ball enters the second start winning port 14 and is detected by the second start port switch 14a, if the variation display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, 2) The second start condition that allows the variable symbol display to start is established), the second special symbol display unit 8b starts the variable display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 9 In step S, the variation display of the effect design is started. That is, the change display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the second start winning opening 14. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the second reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  The effect display device 9 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol indicator 8a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol indicator 8b. The effect symbol as a symbol is displayed in a variable manner. The change display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a and the change display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. Further, the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b and the variation display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 are synchronized. When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 8b, the effect display device 9 recalls the jackpot as the jackpot display result. Such a combination of effect symbols is stopped and displayed.

  In addition, a total number (total number of reserved memories) that is the sum of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number based on the reserved memory information is displayed on the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9 as a reserved memory image ( A summed hold memory display unit 18c (also referred to as a hold memory display) is provided. In the total hold storage display unit 18c, the hold storage number can be specified by the display number of predetermined images as the hold storage display (by displaying the hold storage images one by one corresponding to each of the hold storage information. , The number of reserved storage is specified.) Is displayed. As described above, in this embodiment, the total pending storage display unit 18c that displays the total number is provided, so that it is easy to grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. can do.

  In addition, a corresponding display area 60 is provided on the left side of the summed hold storage display unit 18 c at the lower part of the display screen of the effect display device 9. The correspondence display area 60 is an area in which display corresponding to the variation display (hereinafter referred to as correspondence display) is executed during the variation display, and a notice according to the expectation that the variation display becomes a super reach or a big hit. An effect indicating is performed. In such a corresponding display area 60, the hold storage image (holding storage information) displayed on the combined hold storage display unit 18c is moved (shifted) into the corresponding display area 60 in response to the change display, and the change display is supported. The displayed effect is executed. Thus, by forming the corresponding display area 60, the player can know the expected degree of jackpot for the variable display to be executed based on the contents of the display effect displayed in the corresponding display area 60.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 1, a special variable winning ball device 20 is provided below the variable winning ball device 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 includes an opening / closing plate, and when the specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 8a, and the specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 8b. When the open / close plate is controlled to be open by the solenoid 21 in the specific game state (big hit game state) that occurs when the symbol is derived and displayed, the big winning opening serving as the winning area is opened. The game ball that has won the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23.

  In the big hit gaming state, repeated continuous control is performed in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 repeats an open state and a closed state. In the repeated continuation control, a state where the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened is called a round. Thus, the repeated continuation control is also called round control. In the present embodiment, a plurality of types of jackpots are provided. When it is determined that a jackpot is to be made, one of the jackpot types is selected.

  On the left side of the effect display device 9, there is provided a normal symbol display 10 for variably displaying normal symbols that can be distinguished from each other. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 10 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) that can display numbers 0 to 9 in a variable manner. That is, the normal symbol display 10 is configured so as to variably display numbers (or symbols) of 0 to 9. The small display is formed in a square shape, for example.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the display variation of the normal symbol display 10 is started. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball device 15 is closed in a disadvantageous state for a player for a predetermined number of times. To an open state advantageous to the player. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, a normal symbol holding storage display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 32 is provided. Each time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 32a, the normal symbol storage memory display 41 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display 10 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  At the lower part of the game board 6, there is an out port 26 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. In addition, four speakers 27 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the upper left and right and lower left and right outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a frame LED 28 provided on the front frame is provided.

  In this embodiment, the effect display device 9 will be described with reference to an example using a liquid crystal display device. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and CRT, plasma display, electroluminescence (including organic electroluminescence) or dot matrix is used. Other image display types such as those using display may also be used.

  In addition, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter also simply referred to as “card unit”) that enables lending a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (not shown).

  FIG. 2 is an explanatory diagram showing the hit ball launching device 550 and its peripheral portion. On the front side of the game board 6, a first rail 501, a second rail 502, and a third rail that constitute a part of a launch ball guide passage 500 that guides the game balls launched from the hitting ball launcher 550 into the game area 7. A rail 513, a fourth rail 504, outer rail decorations 600a, 600c, and the like are attached. Further, the outer rail decorations 600a and 600c are arranged around the game area 7, thereby forming an annular guide surface having a circular arc shape when viewed from the front.

  The second rail 502 and the third rail 513 are arranged in an arc shape from the lower part of the game board surface along the left peripheral edge of the substantially circular game area 7 when the game board 6 is viewed from the front side, and the fourth rail 504 is A game ball which is disposed inside the second rail 502 and the third rail 513 so as to be spaced apart from each other, and is launched by the hit ball launching device 550 between the second rail 502 and the third rail 513 and the fourth rail 504. A part of the launch ball guide passage 500 that guides the game area 7 to the game area 7 is configured.

  Here, the structure of the shot ball guide passage 500 through which the game ball shot from the hit ball launching device 550 passes will be described. On the right side of the lower position of the game area 7, there is provided a ball hitting device 550 that launches a game ball supplied from an upper plate via a rectifier (not shown) toward the upper part of the game area 7. An upper part of the hitting ball launcher 550 is provided with a launching position 550a in which a game ball supplied from a rectifier is set and launched, and a linear first rail 501 extends obliquely upward to the left from the launching position 550a. It is installed.

  The first rail 501 extends from the launch position 550a to a predetermined position below the lower side of the game board 6, and although not specifically illustrated, the upper surface 501a is formed in a V-groove shape in the longitudinal direction, The blur in the width direction is reduced to make it difficult for the orbit to shift. Further, the upper surface 501a gradually decreases in depth toward the upper end 501b, and is formed so as to have a flat cross section at the upper end 501b. It is launched obliquely upward so as to pass through the upper position of 502a.

  The second rail 502 has a lower end 502 a spaced apart from the upper end 501 b of the first rail 501 by a predetermined distance, and faces the lower left part of the peripheral edge of the game area 7, that is, the outer side of the fourth rail 504. It is arranged along. A dividing portion between the upper end 501b of the first rail 501 and the lower end 502a of the second rail 502 is a second discharge portion 520 for discharging the foul ball.

  The third rail 513 is disposed such that the lower end 503 a is located on the left side of the upper end 502 b of the second rail 502 and the upper end (not shown) is located on the right side of the upper edge of the gaming area 7. Specifically, a linear portion 503c extending from the lower end 503a to the left side position on the left side, and an arcuate portion 503d provided to turn right from the upper end of the linear portion 503c along the upper peripheral edge of the game area 7; , Is composed of.

  The lower end 503a is provided on the left side of the upper end 502b of the second rail 502 so that the dividing portion between the upper end 502b of the second rail 502 and the lower end 503a of the third rail 513 is a foul ball. The foul sphere discharged to the first discharge portion 510 is guided into the ball receiving portion 1055b through the foul ball passage 511. As described above, in this embodiment, the first discharge portion 510 and the foul ball passage 511 for guiding the foul ball into the ball receiving portion 1055b are illustrated, but the present invention is not limited to this. The foul sphere that has flowed down on the second rail 502 without providing the first discharge portion 510 and the foul ball passage 511 does not fall into the ball receiving portion 1055b only from the second discharge portion 520. It may be.

  Further, in the third rail 513, the lower part of the arcuate part 503 d constitutes the side wall of the firing ball guide passage 500, and the upper part of the arcuate part 503 d constitutes a part of the peripheral wall that covers the upper peripheral edge of the game area 7. .

  As described above, in a state where the game board 6 is attached to the front frame, the first ball 501, the second rail 502, the third rail are fired from the launch position 550 a arranged on the right side of the lower position of the game area 7. The rail 513 has in part an arcuate portion 500b extending so as to wrap around the left peripheral edge of the game area 7 toward a connecting portion (not shown) formed on the upper left side of the game area 7. A launch ball guide passage 500 is formed for guiding the game ball launched from the hit ball launching device 550 to turn toward the upper left portion of the game area 7.

  That is, the first rail 501, the second rail 502, and the third rail 513 are outer rails that constitute the outer wall of the firing ball guide passage 500 formed so as to turn clockwise, and the fourth rail 504 is a launcher. It is an inner rail constituting the inner wall of the ball guide passage 500. Out of these rails, the outer rail guides the game ball launched from the hitting ball launcher 550 substantially in the right-turning direction.

  The first discharge portion 510 is provided in the middle of the arc-shaped portion 500b of the projecting ball guide passage 500, that is, at the dividing portion between the second rail 502 and the third rail 513, and falls back without reaching the connecting portion 500c. The game ball that comes down is dropped and discharged. Specifically, the game ball can be discharged in the tangential direction of the third rail 513 constituting the outer wall of the arc-shaped portion 500b from the middle of the arc-shaped portion 500b of the launch ball guiding passage 500. Formed in position.

  The second discharge unit 520 is between the first discharge unit 510 and the hit ball launching device 550 in the shot ball guide passage 500 (in the present embodiment, in the vicinity of a substantially intermediate position between the launch position 550a and the first discharge unit 510). Of the game balls launched from the hitting ball launcher 550, the game balls that have fallen and returned without reaching the first discharge unit 510 are dropped and discharged.

  Then, the foul balls discharged from the first discharge unit 510 and the second discharge unit 520 are dropped into the ball receiving unit 1055b disposed immediately below the second discharge unit 520, and formed in the ball receiving unit 1055b. It moves to the front side from the outlet 1056 and is guided to the lower plate.

  A launch ball detection sensor 505 is provided along the first rail 501 at the lower end position of the first rail 501 so as to be adjacent to the launch position 550a. The first rail is fired at the launch position 550a. The shot ball detection sensor 505 detects the passage of the game ball immediately after the launch guided 501.

  These launch ball detection sensors 505 are provided on the front frame together with the hit ball launching device 550, and even if the game board 6 is replaced, the launch ball detection sensor 505 can be used continuously.

  In the present embodiment, the launch ball detection sensor 505 is guided by the first rail 501 because a proximity sensor that outputs a signal during a period in which the game ball is close within a predetermined distance is used. A detection signal (launch detection signal) in a period corresponding to the passing period of the game ball immediately after launch is output.

  That is, when the passing speed of the game ball is fast, that is, when the shot ball detection sensor 505 is close to the launch position 550a, the period during which the game ball is close within the predetermined distance of the shot ball detection sensor 505 is shortened. Therefore, while the output period of the detection signal (launch detection signal) is shortened, when the passing speed of the game ball is slow, that is, when the launch ball detection sensor 505 is farther from the launch position 550a, the game ball is the launch ball. Since the period in which the detection sensor 505 is close within a predetermined distance becomes longer, the output period of the detection signal (launch detection signal) also becomes longer.

  Therefore, when the detection position of the launch ball detection sensor 505 is close to the launch position 550a as in the present embodiment, the output period of the detection signal (launch detection signal) is shortened, and depending on the launch intensity, the detection signal Since the output period of the detection signal (launch detection signal) becomes shorter than the detectable time of the input circuit to which the (launch detection signal) is input, the detection signal (launch detection signal) may become unidentifiable, By providing an extension circuit (not shown) and extending the output period of the detection signal (fire detection signal), the detection signal (fire detection signal) can be reliably recognized.

  Note that, in the configuration in which the detection signal (launch detection signal) can be recognized without providing the extension circuit, the extension circuit as described above may not be provided.

  Further, in the present embodiment, proximity sensors are exemplified as the launch ball detection sensor 505. However, these sensors may be any sensor that outputs a signal in an output period corresponding to the passing period of game balls. It may be a photo sensor or the like that outputs a signal in response to blocking light by passing a game ball.

  Further, by providing the shot ball detection sensor 505 at a position closer to the game area 7 side (for example, a position near the tip of the shot ball guide passage 500), among the game balls launched from the hit ball launching device 550, a foul ball May be made as difficult to detect as the number of firings.

  FIG. 3 is a diagram showing a hit type table. In the hit type table of FIG. 3, for each hit type in the big hit, the big hit probability after the end of the big hit gaming state, the base after the end of the big hit gaming state, the variation time after the end of the big hit gaming state, the number of releases in the big hit ( The number of rounds) and the opening time of each round are shown. As shown in FIG. 3, in this embodiment, a plurality of types of big hit gaming states of 15 rounds of big hit gaming states and two rounds of big hit gaming states are provided as the big hit gaming states with different numbers of rounds.

  Specifically, in the 15-round big hit game state, after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened, a predetermined open state end condition (a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) has elapsed in the open state). Alternatively, the closed state is established in response to the establishment of a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls in which a winning ball is generated. When the opening end condition is satisfied, a continuation right is generated and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is repeated until the number of releases in the big hit gaming state reaches 15 rounds (final round), which is a predetermined upper limit value.

  Also, in the two-round big hit gaming state, after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is in the open state, a predetermined open state end condition (a predetermined period (for example, 0.5 seconds) has elapsed in the open state) Alternatively, the closed state is established in response to the establishment of a predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls in which a winning ball is generated. When the opening end condition is satisfied, a continuation right is generated and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is repeated until the number of times of opening in the big hit gaming state reaches two rounds (final round) at which a predetermined upper limit value is reached.

  In this way, the big win of 2 rounds is allowed up to the number of times of opening the big prize opening is less than 15 rounds (2 times in this embodiment), but the opening time of the big prize opening is short (for example, 0 .5 seconds) type of jackpot (type). In the case of the present embodiment, as a big hit of two rounds, the opening time of the grand prize opening is extremely short (0.5 seconds), and it is substantially impossible to win the big prize opening. In addition, there is a win where a prize ball (a prize ball paid out for winning) cannot be obtained.

  In addition, as a big hit of two rounds, it is possible to provide only a hit where a prize ball cannot be obtained, or only a hit where a prize ball can be obtained. Both a win and a win from which a prize ball can be obtained may be provided.

  Among the “big hits”, after being controlled to the big hit game state of 15 rounds or 2 rounds, the probability that the special game state is determined to be a big hit compared to the normal state (the normal game state which is not the probability change state) A type of jackpot (type) that shifts to a high probability state (an abbreviation of a probability variation state, also referred to as a high probability state) is called “probability big hit”. In the present embodiment, the 15-round probability variation big hit is called “probability big hit”, and the 2-round probability variation big hit is called “surprising big hit” for the reason described later. In the present embodiment, the special gaming state is controlled to a time-short state in which the variation time (variation display period) of the special symbol or the production symbol is shortened from the non-time-short state in association with the probability variation state. There is. In addition, as a special game state, it may be controlled to a short time state independently of the probability variation state.

  In this way, the transition time to the short-time state reduces the variation time of the special symbol and the production symbol. Therefore, when the short-time state is reached, it is easy for an effective start winning to occur, and a big hit game may be performed. Rise.

  Note that the type of jackpot (type) that does not shift to the probability change state after being controlled to the 15-round jackpot gaming state among the “hits” is called “ordinary jackpot”.

  Further, as the special game state, the frequency of the game ball entering the variable prize ball device 15 is increased by increasing the frequency that the variable prize ball device 15 is opened in association with the probability change state or the short time state. There are cases where the control is performed in an electric chew support control state that facilitates winning (higher approaching and higher frequency) in the variable winning ball apparatus 15. Since the electric chew support control state is a high base state as will be described later, in the following description, it is mainly referred to as a high base state.

  Here, electric Chu support control will be described. As electric support control, normal symbol variation time (time from the start of variation display to display result derivation display time) is shortened and the display result is derived and displayed at an early stage (normal symbol shortening control), normal symbol The control to increase the probability that the stop symbol will be a winning symbol (ordinary symbol probability changing control), the control to increase the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 (opening time extension control), and the number of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 are increased. Control (opening number increase control) is performed. When such control is performed, the time ratio during which the variable winning ball device 15 is open is higher than when the control is not performed. As a result, the game ball is likely to start and win (the special symbol display devices 8a and 8b and the effect display device 9 are more likely to satisfy the variable display execution condition). Further, by increasing the winning frequency to the second starting winning port 14 by such control, a gaming state is achieved in which the frequency of establishment of the second starting condition and / or the frequency of execution of the variable display of the second special symbol is increased.

  The state in which the winning frequency to the second start winning opening 14 is increased by such electric Chu support control (high frequency state) is the number of game balls to be paid out as prize balls according to the winning with respect to the number of shot balls. Since the ratio “base” is higher than when the control is not performed, it is called “high base state”. Further, when such control is not performed, it is called a “low base state”. Such control is control for facilitating winning in the variable winning ball apparatus 15 by supporting the winning with the variable winning ball apparatus 15, that is, the electric tulip, and is referred to as “electric chew support control”.

  In this embodiment, “high probability state (probability variation state)” and “low probability state (non-probability variation state)” are used as terms indicating the state of jackpot probability, and terms indicating a combination of base states are used. , “High base state (electric Chu support control state)” and “low base state (non-electric Chu support control state)” are used.

  In this embodiment, the term “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy high base state”, and “high accuracy high base state” are used as terms indicating combinations of the state of the big hit probability and the base state. Use. The “low probability low base state” is a state (normal state) indicating that the big hit probability state is a low probability state and the base state is a low base state. The “low probability high base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the low probability state and the base state is the high base state. The “high probability high base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the high probability state and the base state is the high base state.

  In this embodiment, when controlled to the high probability state, it is controlled to the short time state and the high base state, but the short time state and the high base state have the same control start condition and end condition, The state of being controlled to the short time state and the high base may be represented by the term of the short time state, and may be represented by the term of the high base state.

  As shown in FIG. 3, as the big hit of 15 rounds, a plurality of types of big hits, a normal big hit and a probability variable big hit, are provided. In addition, as the big hit of the two rounds, a sudden probability variation big hit (hereinafter referred to as an abbreviated big hit) is provided.

  The normal jackpot is a jackpot that is controlled to the non-probability changing state, the short time state, and the high base state (low probability high base state) after the end of the 15 rounds of the big hit gaming state. Normally, in the big hit, the condition that the low-accuracy base state is executed a predetermined number of times, such as 100 times of fluctuation display, or the condition that the next big hit occurs, whichever comes first is established. It continues for a period until it is done, and then it becomes a low probability low base state.

  The probability variation jackpot is a jackpot in which control is performed to shift to the probability variation state, the time-short state, and the high base state (high probability high base state) after the end of the 15 rounds of the jackpot gaming state. In the probabilistic big hit, such a high-precise base state is satisfied, whichever is earlier, a condition that the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined number of times of 100 times or a condition that the next big hit occurs. It continues for a period until it is done, and then it becomes a low probability low base state.

  The sudden hit big hit is a big hit in which, after the end of two rounds of the big hit gaming state, control is performed to shift to a probability changing state, a short time state, and a high base state (highly accurate high base state). In sudden big hit, such a high-precise base state is satisfied, whichever comes first, the condition that the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined number of times of 100 times, or the condition that the next big hit occurs. It continues for a period until it is done, and then it becomes a low probability low base state.

  In the big hit, the number of rounds is small (twice) and the opening of the big prize opening is very short (open for 0.5 seconds). When notifying that it has become, it is possible to make it appear to the player as if it has suddenly become a probable change state, which is called a “sudden probability change big hit”. Further, “suddenly probable big hit” is sometimes called “absolute accuracy”. In the big hit game state, the winning big hit is a hit where the winning for the first prize opening is not obtained and the winning ball is not obtained because the half-second opening is performed only twice. Further, instead of a sudden big hit, a two-round probable big hit in which a big winning opening is opened in an open pattern in which a winning ball is substantially obtained may be provided.

  In addition to the big hit, a small hit that opens the big winning opening may be provided by an opening pattern based on the number of times of opening and the opening time similar to the sudden big hit. When a small hit is made, after the small hit gaming state, both the big hit probability and the base are not changed from those before the start of the small hit gaming state. If such a small hit is provided, when it is not informed whether or not the probability change state has been made after the end of each hit gaming state of the sudden hit big hit and the small hit, seeing the open pattern, Even when the player recognizes which one has been executed, there are two types of hits that result in the same opening pattern, so it is difficult for the player to know whether or not it is in a probabilistic state. Even when the probability variation state is not actually set, the player's sense of expectation for the probability variation state can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) 31. FIG. 4 also shows a payout control board 37, an effect control board 80, and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main board 31. The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 55 as a storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 56 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit. 57. The game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer in which a ROM 54 and a RAM 55 are built. The game control microcomputer 560 further includes a random number circuit 503 that generates hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 55 is stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid winning balls are stored in the backup RAM.

In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control in accordance with a program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 560 (or CPU 56) executes (or performs processing) hereinafter. Specifically, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31.

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination to determine whether or not to make a big hit based on the display result of the special symbol variation display. The random number circuit 503 updates the numerical data according to the set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and generates the random data at random timing. Based on the fact that the starting winning time is the time of reading (extracting) the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the read numerical data becomes a random value. Further, the game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503.

  Further, an input driver circuit 58 that provides detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 to the game control microcomputer 560 is also mounted on the main board 31. Also, an output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15 and the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 20 that forms a big winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 560 is also provided. It is mounted on the substrate 31.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 includes a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, which variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 10, which variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control of the display 18a, the second special symbol storage memory display 18b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 41 is performed.

  The effect control board 80 includes an effect control microcomputer 100, a ROM 102, a RAM 103, a VDP 109, an I / O port unit 105, and the like. The ROM 102 stores a program and data for effect control such as display control. The RAM 103 is used as a work memory. The ROM 102 and the RAM 103 may be built in the production control microcomputer 100. The VDP 109 controls display of the effect display device 9 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 100.

  The effect control microcomputer 100 provides an effect control command for instructing effect contents from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77 that allows signals to pass only in one direction from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80. And the display control of the frame LED 28 provided on the frame side through the lamp driver board 35 and the speaker 27 through the audio output board 70. Various effects are controlled, such as controlling the sound output.

In addition, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the trigger button 125 of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the trigger sensor 121 via the input port 106. Further, the effect control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a player's operation action on the push button 120 has been detected from the push sensor 124 via the input port 106. In addition, the production control CPU 101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that an operator's operation action on the operation rod of the stick controller 122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 123 via the input port 106. . Further, the effect control CPU 101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 126 via the output port 105 to cause the stick controller 122 to vibrate.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the payout control board 37 of the present embodiment is connected to a ball paying device 97 together with a hit ball launching device 550, and paying out a winning ball or a rental ball is in response to an instruction (command) from the main board 31. Accordingly, the control is performed by controlling the ball dispensing device 97. The ball payout device 97 is a device for paying out a game ball guided by a passage for guiding a game ball and a sprocket driven by a stepping motor or the like to an upper plate or a lower plate. Also, a payout number counting switch for counting rental balls and the like is configured as a part of the unit. In this embodiment, the payout detection means is realized by a payout number count switch, and has a function of detecting that a winning ball or a lending ball is actually paid out from the ball payout device 97. In this case, the payout number count switch outputs a detection signal of 1 every time one payout of prize balls or rental balls is detected.

  As described above, the payout control board 37 is provided in the vicinity of the hitting ball launching device 550 (see FIG. 2) and detects a game ball immediately after being launched by the hitting ball launching device 550. A detection sensor 505 is connected, and a detection signal (launch detection signal) output from the launch ball detection sensor 505 is input.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, by inputting the detection signal (launch detection signal) output from the launch ball detection sensor 505 to the payout control board 37, these launch ball detection sensor 505 and the payout control board. 37 are provided on the front frame side, so that the wiring for connecting the firing ball detection sensor 505 and the payout control board 37 can be easily routed and the game board 6 is fired every time the game board 6 is replaced. Since it is not necessary to provide the ball detection sensor 505, an increase in cost of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be suppressed.

  The detection signal (launch detection signal) output from the launch ball detection sensor 505 may be input to a payout control microcomputer (not shown) that executes payout control in response to an instruction (command) from the main board 31. However, instead of being input to the payout control microcomputer, it may be input to the main board 31 only via the payout control board 37, or directly without passing through the payout control board 37. It may be inputted to the main board 31. When the detection signal (launch detection signal) is directly input to the main board 31, the extension circuit 99 described later is located in the vicinity of the launch ball detection sensor 505 along with the launch ball detection sensor 505 on the front frame side. Should be provided.

  The payout control board 37 is provided with an extension circuit 99 for extending the output period of the detection signal (launch detection signal) output from the launch ball detection sensor 505, and is extended by the extension circuit 99. The extended detection signal (extended launch detection signal) is output from the gaming control microcomputer 560 mounted on the main board 31 via a connection cable (command line) connecting the payout control board 37 and the main board 31. By being input to the I / O port unit 57, the game control microcomputer 560 can detect the launch of a game ball.

  A configuration may be used in which the detection signal of the shot ball by the shot ball detection sensor 505 is input to the effect control microcomputer 100 via the input port 105.

  FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. FIG. 5 shows a random number type, an update range, a usage, and an addition condition. Each random number is used as follows.

  (1) Random R: A random counter for hit determination for determining whether or not to make a big hit. Random R is updated one by one at 10 MHz, is added and updated from 0, and is added and updated to its upper limit of 65535, and then is added and updated again from 0. (2) Random 1 (MR1): Determines the type of jackpot (any type of type, normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, or sudden hit jackpot) and jackpot symbol (for jackpot type determination, jackpot symbol determination). (3) Random 2 (MR2): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination). (4) Random 3 (MR3): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination). (5) Random 4 (MR4): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination). (6) Random 5 (MR5): An initial value of random 4 is determined (for determining a random 4 initial value).

  In this embodiment, the big hit that is the specific gaming state includes a plurality of types of normal big hit, probability variation big hit, and sudden hit big hit. Therefore, when the big hit is determined based on the value of the big hit determination random number (random R), the big hit type is determined based on the value of the big hit type determination random number (random 1). Determined by type. Furthermore, when the type of jackpot is determined, the jackpot symbol is also determined based on the value of the jackpot type determination random number (random 1) at the same time. Therefore, random 1 is also a jackpot symbol determining random number.

  In addition, the variation pattern is first determined using the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and is included in the determined variation pattern type using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3). To determine the variation pattern. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process. The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. One or more variation patterns belong to the variation pattern type.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern is classified into a normal variation pattern type that is a variation pattern type that does not involve reach and a reach variation pattern type that includes a reach variation pattern type (including normal reach and super reach). Has been.

  When the display result is out of order, such a variation pattern type is set so that the selection ratio of the variation pattern type is different depending on whether it is in the short-time state or not in the short-time state. When this is the case, the variation time is shortened compared to when the time is not short. For example, in the short-time state, in order to shorten the average time of the fluctuation time compared to when not in the time-short state, the ratio of the fluctuation pattern type having the shortest fluctuation time among the fluctuation pattern types is set to be higher. As a result, the average time of the fluctuation time is shorter than when the time is not short. In addition, the variation time is shortened in the same type of variation pattern (for example, normal variation) when the time-short state (for example, 3 seconds) is shorter than for the time-short state (for example, 7 seconds). Shorter.

  In addition, such a variation pattern type is less than the predetermined number when the number of reserved memories of the special symbol for which the variation is displayed (the total number of reserved memories of the first special symbol and the second special symbol) is a predetermined number or more. When the number of reserved memories of each special symbol that is variably displayed is greater than or equal to a predetermined number by setting the selection ratio to be different from a certain time, and when the number of reserved memories of each special symbol is less than the predetermined number In comparison, the number-of-holds shortening control in which the variation time is shortened may be executed. For example, in the hold number shortening control state, it is set so that the rate at which the variation pattern type with a short variation time such as the normal variation pattern type is selected is higher than in the non-holding number shortening control state. You may make it the average time of a fluctuation | variation time become short compared with the time of not being a holding number shortening control state. Further, in the hold number reduction control, the change time itself of the change pattern type may be shortened even when the same change pattern type is selected as compared with the case where the hold number reduction control state is not set.

  FIG. 6 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. FIG. 6A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 54 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal (non-probability change) jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state, that is, a non-probability change state), and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state.

  Each numerical value described in the left column of FIG. 6 (A) is set as a big hit determination value in the normal jackpot determination table, and is described in the right column of FIG. 6 (A) in the probability change big hit determination table. Each value is set as a big hit judgment value. The jackpot judgment value set in the jackpot judgment table at the time of probability change is the jackpot judgment value common to the jackpot judgment value set in the normal jackpot judgment table (referred to as the normal jackpot judgment value or the first jackpot judgment value). Due to the addition of the unique jackpot judgment value, a larger number (10 times the number of jackpot judgment values) than the probability change jackpot judgment table (referred to as the jackpot judgment value or the second jackpot judgment value at the time of probability change) is set. . As a result, the probability variation state is determined to be a big hit with a higher probability than the normal state.

  The CPU 56 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 503 at a predetermined time and compares the extracted value with the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R). The jackpot determination random number is shown in FIG. If it matches one of the big hit determination values shown, it is decided to make a big hit (normal big hit, probability variable big hit, or sudden big hit) for the special symbol. Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 5A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit.

  FIGS. 6B and 6C are explanatory diagrams showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 54. FIG. 6 (B) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using the holding memory (also referred to as the first holding memory) based on the game ball having won the first start winning opening 13 (the variation display of the first special symbol is displayed). 1 is a first special symbol jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) used when FIG. 6 (C) shows a case where the jackpot type is determined by using a holding memory (also referred to as a second holding memory) based on the game ball having won the second start winning opening 14 (the second special symbol variation display is displayed). It is a 2nd special symbol jackpot type determination table used when it is performed.

  Each of the special symbol jackpot type determination tables of FIG. 6B and FIG. 6C is a random number (random 1) for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. ), The type of jackpot is determined as one of “normal jackpot”, “probable big hit”, or “probable jackpot”, and is also referred to for determining the jackpot symbol.

  In the first special symbol jackpot type judgment table of FIG. 6B, there are numerical values to be compared with random 1 values, and judgments corresponding to “normal jackpot”, “probable variation jackpot”, and “crash jackpot”. Value (big hit type judgment value) is set. The second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 6C is a numerical value to be compared with a random 1 value, and corresponding to each of “normal jackpot” and “probability big hit” (hit type determination) Value) is set.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, the big hit type determination value is also used as a determination value (big hit symbol determination value) for determining the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to “normal jackpot” is also set as the determination value corresponding to “3” of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to “probable big hit” is also set as the determination value corresponding to “7” of the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to the “surprise big hit” is also set as the determination value corresponding to the big hit symbol “5” of the second special symbol.

  Using such a jackpot type jackpot type determination table, the CPU 56 determines the type corresponding to the jackpot type determination value that matches the random 1 value as the jackpot type and matches the random 1 value as the jackpot symbol. Determine the winning jackpot symbol. Thereby, the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol corresponding to the jackpot type are determined at the same time.

  In the first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6 (B) and the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 6 (C), the ratio determined for the jackpot that is in a high probability state is the same. The second special symbol jackpot type determination table has a higher ratio of selection of big hits (15 round big hits) with a larger number of rounds in the big hit gaming state than the first special symbol jackpot type determination table, and the jackpot game There is a high ratio of selecting big hits (15 round big hits) with a substantial number of possible winnings in the state. Therefore, when the second special symbol is a big hit than the first special symbol, the player has a higher degree of advantage with respect to winning the big prize opening (for example, there are substantially more rounds that can be won). The game is controlled to a big hit gaming state as an advantageous state. In addition to the jackpot gaming state, the advantageous state may include a high probability state and other advantageous states advantageous to the player such as a high base state. Thus, as the advantageous state, at least one of the big hit probability (expected degree of the big hit), the number of rounds (expected degree of the winning number at the big hit), and the base (expected degree of the winning number at the non-hit) A plurality of different advantageous states are provided.

  In this embodiment, an example is shown in which the sudden big hit is not selected in the second special symbol big hit type determination table of FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and in the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 6 (C), it is possible to select a sudden big hit, but it is more accurate than the first special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 6 (B). Data may be set so that the selection ratio for jackpots is low.

  FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 560. FIG. 7 shows the relationship between specific command data for the effect control command, the name of the command, and the specified content of the command. In the game control microcomputer 560 for effect control commands, various effect control commands are transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 in accordance with the game control state, as shown in FIG.

  Main commands in FIG. 7 will be described. The command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol that is variably displayed on the effect display device 9 corresponding to the variation display of the special symbol (each corresponding to the variation pattern XX). ). When a unique number is assigned to each of the plurality of variation patterns, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by the number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when receiving the command 80XX (H), the effect control CPU 101 controls the effect display device to start the effect symbol variation display.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C04 (H) are display result designation commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit.

  The command 8D01 (H) is a first symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is a second symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the second special symbol is started. Command 8F00 (H) is a symbol confirmation designation command for designating the end of the variation of the first and second special symbols.

  The commands A001 to A003 (H) are jackpot start designation commands for designating the start of a big hit gaming state for each type of big hit (normal big hit, probability variation big hit, or sudden hit big hit).

  The command A1XX (H) is a special winning opening open designation command that indicates a display during opening of the special winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is a designation command after opening the big prize opening indicating the opening (closing) of the big prize opening of the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  The commands A301 to A303 (H) are jackpot end designation commands for designating the end of the jackpot gaming state for each jackpot type (normal jackpot, probability variation jackpot, or sudden hit jackpot).

  Command A 401 (H) is a first start winning designation command for designating that the first starting win has been received. Command A 402 (H) is a second start winning designation command for designating that there has been a second start winning.

  Command B000 (H) is a normal state designation command for designating that the gaming state is a normal state (low probability state). Command B001 (H) is a short time state designation command for designating that the gaming state is the short time state (high base state). Command B002 (H) is a probability variation state designation command for designating that the gaming state is a probability variation state (high probability state).

  The command C0XX (H) is a total pending storage number designation command for designating the total number (total pending storage count) of the first pending storage count and the second pending storage count. “XX” in the command C0XX (H) indicates the total pending storage number. Command C100 (H) is an effect control command (total pending storage count subtraction designation command) that designates that 1 is added to the total pending storage count. In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 transmits a total pending memory count subtraction designation command when subtracting the total pending memory count, but does not use the total pending memory count subtraction designation command. When subtracting the total pending storage number, a total pending storage number designation command for designating the total pending storage number after subtraction may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, a case is shown in which a combined pending storage number designation command for designating the combined pending storage number is transmitted as a command for designating the reserved storage count. It may be configured to transmit a command for designating the increased number of reserved memories. Specifically, when the first reserved memory increases, a first reserved memory number designation command for designating the first reserved memory number is transmitted, and when the second reserved memory increases, the second reserved memory number is designated. The second reserved memory number designation command may be transmitted.

  In this embodiment, a start winning designation command for designating which of the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 has been won is transmitted as the hold storage information, and the total reserved storage number However, the effect control command transmitted as the hold storage information is not limited to that shown in this embodiment. For example, when the number of reserved memories increases, a reserved memory number addition designation command (first reserved memory number addition designation command or second reserved memory number addition) indicating that the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number has increased. When the reserved memory number decreases, the reserved memory number subtraction designation command (the first reserved memory number subtraction designation command or the command indicating that the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number has decreased) is transmitted. (Second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted.

  The command C2XX (H) and the command C3XX (H) are the results of winning determination results such as jackpot determination, jackpot type determination, variation pattern type determination, etc. at the time of starting winning to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. This is an effect control command indicating the contents. Of these, the command C2XX (H) is a symbol designating command indicating whether or not the winning determination result is a big hit and the determination result of the type of big hit. The command C3XX (H) is a variation type command that indicates a determination result (variation pattern type determination result) of which determination value range the random value for variation pattern type determination among the winning determination results. It is.

  The command C400H is a firing notification command for notifying that one game ball has been fired by the hit ball launching device 550.

  In this embodiment, in the winning effect processing described later (see FIG. 11), whether or not the game control microcomputer 560 is a big hit at the start winning, whether the big hit type, the value of the random number for determining the variation pattern type Is within which range of determination values. Then, in the EXT data of the symbol designating command, a value for designating the big hit and a value for designating the type of the big win are set, and control for transmission to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. Further, a value for designating a range of a judgment value as a judgment result of the fluctuation pattern type is set in the EXT data of the fluctuation type command, and control to transmit to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed. In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit based on the value set in the symbol designating command, the type of the big hit, and based on the variation type command. Thus, the variation pattern type can be recognized.

  FIG. 8 is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of the reserved storage buffer in the game control microcomputer 560.

  FIG. 8A is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area). The reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55 (area in the RAM 55), and as shown in FIG. 8A, the maximum value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total number of reserved memories (in this example, 8). ) Is reserved. FIG. 8A shows an example in which the value of the total pending storage number counter is 5.

  As shown in FIG. 8A, the reserved specific area is “first” or “second” in the order of winning based on winning to the first start winning opening 13 or the second starting winning opening 14. The indicated data is set. Therefore, data that can specify the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 is stored in the reserved specific area. Note that the reserved specific area is formed in the RAM 55.

  FIG. 8B is an explanatory diagram showing a configuration example of a storage area (holding storage buffer) that stores a random number or the like corresponding to the holding storage. As shown in FIG. 8B, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer are formed in the RAM 55. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a jackpot determination random number (random R) that is a hardware random number, a jackpot type determination random number (random 1) that is a software random number, and a variation pattern type determination random number. (Random 2) and random number for variation pattern determination (Random 3) are stored.

  Based on the winning at the first starting winning port 13 or the second starting winning port 14, the CPU 56 extracts such random number values from the random number circuit 503 and a random counter for generating a software random number, A process of saving (storing) in the saving area in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer is executed. Specifically, on the basis of winning at the first start winning opening 13, these random number values are extracted and stored in the first reserved storage buffer. Further, based on the winning at the second start winning opening 14, these random number values are extracted and stored in the second reserved storage buffer.

  In this manner, storing the information related to the start winning as described above in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer may be indicated as “hold stored”. Note that the random number for variation pattern type determination (random 2) and the random number for variation pattern determination (random 3) are not extracted at the time of starting winning and stored in advance in the storage area, but instead are stored in a variation pattern setting process (described later) You may make it extract at the time of the change of special symbols).

  As described later, the data stored in the hold specific area and the storage area as described above is read at the time of starting winning and used for the pre-reading notice effect, and is read at the start of the variable display and used for the variable display. It is done.

  When there is a start prize at the first start prize port 13 or the second start prize slot 14, the main board 31 is made up of three commands, that is, a symbol designation command, a variation type command, and a total pending storage number designation command. To the effect control board 80. Various commands such as the received symbol designation command, variation type command, and total pending memory number designation command can be stored in association with each other in the start winning reception command buffer provided in the RAM 103 of the effect control microcomputer 100. In addition, a storage area for storing data that can identify the received command is secured.

  In this embodiment, the effect control pattern of the effect symbol performed in response to the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol corresponds to a plurality of types of variation patterns, the variation display operation of the effect symbol, the reach It is composed of data indicating the contents of control of various effect operations, such as effect display operations in effects, etc., or various effect operations that are not accompanied by display changes of effect symbols. The notice effect control pattern includes data indicating the control content of the effect operation that becomes the notice effect executed corresponding to the notice pattern in which a plurality of patterns are prepared in advance. The various effect control patterns are composed of data indicating the control contents corresponding to various effect operations executed in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31 executes a predetermined main process, a timer interrupt is periodically performed every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) and the timer interrupt process is executed. As a result, various game controls can be executed.

  In the main processing, for example, necessary initial setting processing, normal time initialization processing, game state restoration processing other than normal time, random number circuit setting processing (random number circuit 503 is initially set), display random number update processing (variation pattern) (Variable random number update processing such as type determination and variation pattern determination), initial value random number update processing (ordinary symbol determination random number generation counter initial value initial value update processing), and the like.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 56 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S (hereinafter simply referred to as “S”) 20 to S34 shown in FIG. In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal has been output (whether or not an on-state has been turned on) is executed (S20). Next, detection signals from the gate switch 32a, the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 are input via the input driver circuit 58, and their state is determined (switch processing: S21). . Further, in the switch process (S21), the detection signal of the firing ball detection sensor 505 is input via the payout control board 37, and the state is also determined.

  Next, the CPU 56 has a first special symbol display 8a, a second special symbol display 8b, a normal symbol display 10, a first special symbol hold storage display 18a, a second special symbol hold storage display 18b, a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 41 is executed (S22). For the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and the normal symbol display 10, control for outputting a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in S32 and S33. Execute.

  Further, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating each determination random number such as a random number for normal symbol determination (random 4) and a big hit type determination random number (random 1) used for game control is performed ( Random number update process for determination: S23). The CPU 56 further performs a process of updating the count value of the random counter for generating the initial value random number (random 4 initial value determining random number, etc.) and the display random number (random 2, 3) (initial value). Random number update process, display random number update process: S24, S25).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a special symbol process (S26). In the special symbol process, a corresponding process is executed according to the first special symbol display 8a, the second special symbol display 8b, and a special symbol process flag for controlling the special winning award in a predetermined order. The value of the symbol process flag is updated according to the gaming state.

  Next, the normal symbol process is performed (S27). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 56 executes the corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order, and sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to the gaming state. Update accordingly.

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a process of transmitting an effect control command to the effect control microcomputer 100 (effect control command control process: S28). In the present embodiment, the game ball launched from the hit ball launching device 550 is detected by the launch ball detection sensor 505, and the detection signal from the launch ball detection sensor 505 is sent to the game control microcomputer 560 via the payout control board 37. When it is determined that the detection signal has been input in the switch processing of S21, a launch notification command for designating (notifying) that the game ball has been launched (detected) is issued in S28 at the game control microcomputer 560. To the production control microcomputer 100. Further, the CPU 56 performs an information output process for outputting data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S29).

  Further, the CPU 56 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 13a, the second start port switch 14a, and the count switch 23 (S30).

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided. However, the CPU 56 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (S31: output processing).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in an output buffer for setting special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( S32).

  Further, the CPU 56 performs a normal symbol display control process of setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of the normal symbol in the output buffer for setting the normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( S33). Further, the CPU 56 outputs a normal signal on the normal symbol display 10 by outputting a drive signal in S22 in accordance with the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S34), and the process ends. With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every predetermined time.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart showing the special symbol process (S26). In the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, a start port switch passing process is executed (S311). Then, any one of S300 to S307 is performed according to the internal state.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the RAM 55 stores first storage data (first storage data) such as a jackpot determination random number obtained based on the start winning to the first start winning port 13. A storage buffer and a second reserved storage buffer for storing reserved storage data (second reserved storage data) such as a jackpot determination random number obtained based on the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 are provided. . In each of these reserved storage buffers, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the number of each reserved storage is secured.

  In the start port switch passing process, if the first start port switch 13a is turned on, the number of the first reserved memory data stored on the condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value (for example, 4). 1 is incremented by 1 and numerical data (for example, a big hit determination random number, a variation pattern type determination random number, and a variation pattern determination) are obtained from a random number circuit 503 or a counter for generating a software random number. (Random number for use) is extracted, and processing for storing (storing) them in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer is executed. On the other hand, if the second start port switch 14a is on, the second reserved memory data is counted on the condition that the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit (for example, 4). Increase the value of the pending storage number counter by 1 and extract numerical data (for example, a big hit determination random number, a variation pattern type determination random number, and a variation pattern determination random number) from the random number circuit 503 or a counter for generating a software random number Then, a process of storing (storing) them in the storage area in the second reserved storage buffer is executed.

  With respect to the following description regarding the hold storage, the fact that the information related to the start winning as described above is stored in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer may be indicated as “hold stored”. In addition, numerical data stored in the first reserved storage buffer may be referred to as first reserved storage information, and numerical data stored in the second reserved storage buffer may be referred to as second reserved storage information.

  The processing of S300 to S307 is as follows. The special symbol normal process (S300) is a process for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display is a big hit, and determining the big hit type in the case of the big hit. In addition, when the change of the special symbol is started, an effect control command is transmitted to the effect control CPU 101 as a summed pending storage number subtraction designation command. In the variation pattern setting process (S301), the variation pattern is determined (the variation pattern type determination random number and the variation pattern determination random number are determined), and the variation time is measured according to the determined variation pattern. This is a process for performing control such as the start of timing of the fluctuation time timer.

  The display result designation command transmission process (S302) is a process for performing control to transmit a display result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100. The special symbol changing process (S303) is a process that advances the process to the special symbol stop process when the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern selected in the fluctuation pattern setting process elapses. The special symbol stop process (S304) displays the fluctuation display on the first special symbol display 8a or the second special symbol display 8b when the fluctuation time corresponding to the decided fluctuation pattern is timed by the fluctuation time timer. This is a process of stopping and deriving and displaying a stop symbol.

  The big winning opening opening pre-processing (S305) is a process of performing control for opening the big winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 according to the type of the big hit. In the special winning opening opening process (S306), the control for transmitting the production control command for the round display production in the big hit gaming state to the production control microcomputer 100 and the establishment of the closing condition of the special prize opening are confirmed. This is processing for performing processing and the like. If the closing condition for the big prize opening is satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the process proceeds to the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (S305). When all the rounds are finished, the process shifts to a big hit end process (S307). The big hit end process (S307) is a process for performing control for causing the microcomputer 100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing the start-port switch passing process in S311. In the start winning determination process, the CPU 56 first checks whether or not the first start port switch 13a is in an ON state (S1211). If the first start port switch 13a is not in the ON state, the process proceeds to S1222. If the first start port switch 13a is on, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the first reserved memory number has reached the upper limit (specifically, the first reserved memory for counting the first reserved memory number). It is confirmed whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 (S1212). If the first reserved storage number has reached the upper limit, the process proceeds to S1222.

  If the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1213) and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1214). Further, the CPU 56 adds up the total number of reserved storage counters in the reserved storage specifying information storage area (holding specified area) for storing the winning order to the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14 described in FIG. Data indicating “first” is set in the area corresponding to the value of (S1215).

  In this embodiment, when the first start opening switch 13a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the first start winning opening 13), data indicating “first” is set, When the second start port switch 14a is turned on (that is, when a game ball starts and wins the second start winning port 14), data indicating “second” is set. For example, the CPU 56 sets 01 (H) as data indicating “first” when the first start port switch 13a is turned on in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) shown in FIG. When the second start port switch 14a is turned on, 02 (H) is set as data indicating “second”. In this case, when there is no corresponding reserved storage, 00 (H) is set in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area).

  As shown in FIG. 8 (A), an area corresponding to the maximum value (8 in this example) of the value of the total reserved memory number counter is secured in the reserved specific area. Data indicating “first” or “second” is set in the order of winning based on winning in the 2 start winning opening 14. Therefore, the winning order to the first start winning port 13 and the second starting winning port 14 is stored in the hold memory specifying information storage area (hold specifying area).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the first reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 8B) ( S1216). In the processing of S1216, a big hit determination random number (random R), a big hit type determination random number (random 1), a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are extracted, Stored in the save area.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes a winning presentation process in which a variation display result and a variation pattern type when the variation based on the detected starting winning is executed is determined in advance at the starting winning (S1217). Then, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit a symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect processing (S1218), and transmits a variation type command to the effect control microcomputer 100. Control is performed (S1219). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the first start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (S1220), sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data, and outputs the total pending storage number designation command. Control to transmit to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (S1221).

  By executing the processing of S1218 and S1219, in this embodiment, regardless of the gaming state (the gaming state such as high probability state, low probability state, high base state, low base state, jackpot gaming state, etc.) Each time the start winning prize is awarded to the start winning opening 13, both the symbol designating command and the variation type command are always transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In this embodiment, an example is shown in which the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory are digested in the order of the start winning prizes and the variable display is executed. However, the second reserved memory is more effective than the first reserved memory. In the configuration in which the control is performed so that the variation display of the second special symbol is preferentially performed after being preferentially digested, the symbol designation command and the variation type command may be transmitted only in the low base state.

  In the configuration in which the control for preferentially executing the variation display of the second special symbol is performed, the symbol designation command and the variation type command may be transmitted only in a low probability state. In the configuration in which the control for preferentially executing the variation display of the second special symbol is performed, the symbol designation command and the variation type command may be transmitted only in the low probability and low base state.

  In this embodiment, when the start winning to the first start winning opening 13 occurs by executing the processing of S1218 to S1221, the symbol designation command, the variation type command, the first start prize designation command A set of four commands, that is, a total pending storage number designation command, is transmitted in a batch within one timer interrupt.

  Next, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the second start port switch 14a is on (S1222). If the second start port switch 14a is not in the ON state, the process is terminated as it is. If the second start port switch 14a is in the ON state, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the second reserved memory number has reached the upper limit value (specifically, the second reserved memory for counting the second reserved memory number). Whether or not the value of the number counter is 4 is confirmed (S1223). If the second reserved storage number has reached the upper limit value, the processing is terminated as it is.

  If the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value, the CPU 56 increases the value of the second reserved memory number counter by 1 (S1224), and sets the value of the total reserved memory number counter for counting the total reserved memory number. Increase by 1 (S1225). In addition, the CPU 56 sets data indicating “second” in an area corresponding to the value of the total reserved storage number counter in the reserved storage specific information storage area (hold specific area) (S1226).

  Next, the CPU 56 extracts values from the random number circuit 503 and a counter for generating software random numbers, and executes a process of storing them in a storage area in the second reserved storage buffer (see FIG. 7B) (see FIG. 7B). S1227). In the processing of S1227, a big hit determination random number (random R), a big hit type determination random number (random 1), a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2), and a variation pattern determination random number (random 3) are extracted. And stored in the storage area.

  Next, the CPU 56 executes winning effect processing (S1228). Then, the CPU 56 performs control for transmitting a symbol designation command to the effect control microcomputer 100 based on the determination result of the winning effect processing (S1229), and control for transmitting the variation type command to the effect control microcomputer 100. (S1230). Further, the CPU 56 performs control to transmit the second start winning designation command to the production control microcomputer 100 (S1231), sets the value of the total pending storage number counter to EXT data, and outputs the total pending storage number designation command. Control to transmit to the production control microcomputer 100 is performed (S1232).

  By executing the processing of S1229 and S1230, in this embodiment, regardless of the gaming state (gaming state such as high probability state, low probability state, high base state, low base state, jackpot gaming state, etc.), the CPU 56 Every time a start winning is made in the second start winning opening 14, both the symbol designating command and the variation type command are always transmitted to the production control microcomputer 100. In the configuration in which the second reserved memory is preferentially digested over the first reserved memory and control is performed to preferentially execute the variation display of the second special symbol, the symbol designation command and the variation type only in the high base state. You may make it perform transmission of a command. Further, in the configuration in which the second reserved memory is preferentially digested over the first reserved memory and the control for preferentially executing the variation display of the second special symbol is performed, the symbol designation command and the variation type are only in a high probability state. You may make it perform transmission of a command. Further, in the configuration in which the control for preferentially executing the variation display of the second special symbol is performed, the symbol designation command and the variation type command may be transmitted only in the highly accurate base state.

  In this embodiment, when the start winning to the second start winning opening 14 occurs by executing the processing of S1229 to S1232, the symbol designation command, the variation type command, the second start prize designation command A set of four commands, that is, a total pending storage number designation command, is transmitted in a batch within one timer interrupt.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal process (S300) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol normal process, the CPU 56 checks whether there is pending storage data in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer (S51). If there is no pending storage data in either the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer, the process ends.

  When there is pending storage data in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer, the CPU 56 determines that the first data among the data set in the pending specific area (see FIG. 8A) is “first”. It is confirmed whether or not the data indicates (S52). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is not data indicating “first” (that is, data indicating “second”) (N in S52), the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol pointer (first Data indicating “second” is set in a flag indicating whether the special symbol process is being performed for the special symbol or the special symbol process is being performed for the second special symbol (S53). When the first data set in the reserved specific area is data indicating “first” (Y in S52), the CPU 103 sets data indicating “first” in the special symbol pointer (S54).

  In this embodiment, hereinafter, the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 8a depends on whether the data indicating "first" or the data indicating "second" is set in the special symbol pointer. And the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 8b are executed using a common processing routine. When the data indicating “first” is set in the special symbol pointer, the first special symbol display unit 8a performs the variable display of the first special symbol based on the reserved memory data stored in the first reserved memory buffer. It is. On the other hand, when the data indicating “second” is set in the special symbol pointer, the variable display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display unit 8b based on the reserved memory data stored in the second reserved memory buffer. Is done.

  By executing the processing of S52 to S54, in this embodiment, the first special symbol is displayed in a variable manner according to the start winning order in which the game balls have won the first start winning opening 13 and the second starting winning opening 14. Alternatively, the variable display of the second special symbol is executed. In this embodiment, the first reserved memory and the second reserved memory are digested in the order of the start winning prize, and the first special symbol and the second special symbol are variably displayed in the order of the starting winning prize. Control may be performed so that the storage is prioritized over the first reserved storage and the second special symbol variation display is performed prior to the first special symbol variation display.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads out each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved memories = 1 indicated by the special symbol pointer in the RAM 55 and stores it in the reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 (S55). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 determines each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = 1 in the first reserved memory buffer. Are stored in the reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 reads each random number value stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = 1 in the second reserved memory buffer. Stored in the reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55.

  Then, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the reserved storage number counter indicated by the special symbol pointer, and shifts the contents of each storage area (S56). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 decrements the count value of the first reserved memory number counter by 1 and stores each storage area in the first reserved memory buffer. Shift content. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the count value of the second reserved memory number counter is decremented by 1, and the contents of each storage area in the second reserved memory buffer are shifted.

  That is, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 stores the first reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the first reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55. Each stored random number value is stored in a storage area corresponding to the first reserved memory number = n−1. Further, when the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, each stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the second reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55. The random value is stored in the storage area corresponding to the second reserved memory number = n−1. In addition, the CPU 56 adds the values (values indicating “first” or “second”) stored in the storage area corresponding to the total reserved storage number = m (m = 2 to 8) in the reserved specific area. Store in the storage area corresponding to the number of reserved storage = m−1. Therefore, the order in which each random value stored in each storage area corresponding to each first reserved memory number (or each second reserved memory number) is extracted is always the first reserved memory number (or (Second reserved storage number) = 1, 2, 3, 4 in order. Further, the order in which the values stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the total number of pending storages are extracted always matches the order of the total number of pending storages = 1-8.

  One is subtracted from the count value of the total pending memory number counter formed in the RAM 55 and counting the total pending memory number (S57). The CPU 56 stores the value of the total pending storage number counter before the count value is decremented by 1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 55.

  In the special symbol normal process, first, data indicating “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first start winning opening 13, that is, “first” indicating that the process is executed for the first special symbol. ”Or“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second special symbol, that is,“ second ”indicating that the process is performed on the second start winning opening 14. Data is set in the special symbol pointer. In the subsequent processing in the special symbol process, processing corresponding to the data set in the special symbol pointer is executed. Therefore, the process of S300-S307 can be made common by the case where the 1st special symbol is made object and the case where the 2nd special symbol is made object.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads a random R (a jackpot determination random number) from the holding storage buffer, and executes a jackpot determination module (S61). In this case, the CPU 56 reads out the jackpot determination random number extracted in S1216 of the start port switch passing process or S1227 of the start port switch passing process and previously stored in the first hold memory buffer or the second hold memory buffer, and determines the big hit To do. The jackpot determination module is a program that compares a predetermined jackpot determination value (see FIG. 5) with a jackpot determination random number, and executes a process of determining a jackpot if they match. In other words, this is a program for executing the big hit determination process.

  The jackpot determination process is configured such that when the gaming state is in a probable change state (high probability state), the probability of winning a big hit is higher than in the case where the gaming state is a non-probability change state (normal game state). Specifically, a probability change jackpot determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the right side of FIG. 5A in the ROM 54 are set) in which a large number of jackpot determination values are set in advance, and the number of jackpot determination values are variable. There is provided a normal big hit determination table (a table in which the numerical values on the left side of FIG. 5A in the ROM 54 are set) set to be smaller than the hour big hit determination table. Then, the CPU 56 checks whether or not the gaming state is a probability variation state. If the gaming state is a probability variation state, the CPU 56 performs a jackpot determination process using the probability variation jackpot determination table, and the gaming state is a normal game. When the state is short or short, the big hit determination process is performed using the normal big hit determination table. That is, when the value of the big hit determination random number (random R) matches one of the big hit determination values shown in FIG. 5A, the CPU 56 determines that the special symbol is a big hit. If it is determined to be a big hit (Y in S61), the process proceeds to S71. Note that deciding whether to win or not is to decide whether or not to shift to the big hit gaming state, but to decide whether or not to stop the special symbol display as a big hit symbol. There is also.

  Note that whether or not the current gaming state is the probability variation state is determined by whether or not the probability variation flag is set. The probability variation flag is set when the gaming state is shifted to the probability variation state, and is reset when the probability variation state is terminated. Specifically, the probability variation flag is set in the jackpot end process (S307 in FIG. 10) when the probability variation jackpot is reached, and then the condition that the next jackpot has been determined or the variation display resulting in an outlier display result. When the condition that the predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) has been executed is satisfied, the variation display of the special symbol is terminated and the stop symbol is reset at the timing to stop display.

  If the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R) does not match any of the jackpot determination values (N in S61), the process proceeds to S75 described later.

  If the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R) matches any one of the jackpot determination values in S61, the CPU 56 sets a jackpot flag indicating that it is a jackpot (S71). The jackpot flag is reset when the jackpot game ends. Then, as a table used to determine the big hit type as one of a plurality of types, the first special symbol big hit type determination table in FIG. 6B and the second special symbol big hit type in FIG. 6C. One of the determination tables is selected (S72). Specifically, when the special symbol pointer indicates “first”, the CPU 56 selects the first special symbol jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. When the special symbol pointer indicates “second”, the CPU 56 selects the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG.

  Next, the CPU 56 reads the big hit type determination random number extracted in the start switch passing processing and stored in advance in the first hold storage buffer or the second hold storage buffer, and uses the big hit type determination table selected in S72 to hold the The jackpot type and jackpot symbol corresponding to the value matching the random number (random 1) for jackpot type determination stored in the buffer is determined (S73).

  As shown in FIGS. 6B and 6C, for the first special symbol and the second special symbol, the relationship between the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol is set so that the jackpot symbol is different for each jackpot type. Since the big hit type and the big hit symbol are determined at the same time, the correspondence between the big hit symbol and the game control corresponding to the big hit type is simplified, so that the game control can be prevented from becoming complicated.

  Further, the CPU 56 sets the jackpot type data indicating the determined jackpot type in the jackpot type buffer in the RAM 55 (S74). For example, when the jackpot type is “normal jackpot”, “01” is set as the jackpot type data. When the big hit type is “probable big hit”, “02” is set as the big hit type data. When the big hit type is “suddenly probable big hit”, “03” is set as data indicating the big hit type.

  Next, the CPU 56 sets a special symbol stop symbol (S75). Specifically, when the big hit flag is not set, “−”, which is a lost symbol, is set as a special symbol stop symbol. If the jackpot flag is set, the jackpot symbol determined in S73 is set as a special symbol stop symbol according to the determination result of the jackpot type. That is, when the jackpot type is determined to be “probable variation jackpot”, “7” is set as a special symbol stop symbol. When the jackpot type is determined as “normal jackpot”, “3” is determined as a special symbol stop symbol. When the big hit type is determined to be “suddenly promising big hit”, “5” is set as a special symbol stop symbol.

  Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (S301) (S76).

  Next, a specific example of the launch effect according to the present embodiment will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, based on the detection of the launch of the game ball by the launch ball detection sensor 505, the launch effect of outputting a predetermined launch effect sound corresponding to the launch from the speaker 27 is performed. More specifically, each time a single game ball is detected to be fired, a fire effect is output that outputs a predetermined fire effect sound once. As the launch effect sound, any launch effect sound selected from a plurality of types of launch effect sounds of the normal launch effect sound and the special launch effect sound is output from the speaker 27 according to the gaming state.

  The fire effect sound used for the fire effect is, for example, a normal fire effect sound that is output for a short time such as “Pean” and a special fire effect sound that is output for a short time such as “Koon”. It is. As such a launch effect sound, a plurality of types of sounds that can identify the difference in effect sound are set to be selectable. In order to make it easy for the player to understand the effect, the output effect sound is output once for each game ball so that it is output in an effect pattern that is output once each time a game ball is launched. It is set not to be longer than the firing interval at the time of continuous firing and not to continue over the firing timing of a plurality of fired balls.

  In addition, if it is easy for a player to identify an effect pattern that is output once every time one game ball is fired, the output period is one time during the continuous launch of game balls. It may be set to be the same as or longer than the firing interval. Further, the normal launch effect sound and the special launch effect sound may have the same output period or different output periods.

  FIG. 13 is a timing chart showing an example of effect control of the firing effect. In FIG. 13, the game ball launch detection signal (ON / OFF) by the launch ball detection sensor 505, the big hit determination (execution, non-execution) by the special symbol normal processing (S300), and the variable symbol display control of the special symbol (effect symbol). (Fluctuation, stop), launch effect lottery (lottery, non-lottery) by the effect control microcomputer 100, jackpot effect control (execution, non-execution) by the effect control microcomputer 100, and launch by the effect control microcomputer 100 Each state of effect sound output control (execution, non-execution) is shown as time passes.

  Referring to FIG. 13, each time a shot of a game ball is detected by the shot ball detection sensor 505, the launch effect sound is emitted for a predetermined period of time (launch when game balls are continuously shot). (Short period in which each shot can be identified corresponding to the interval) is output from the speaker 27. As a result, each time a game ball is fired in a corresponding relationship as indicated by a one-dot chain line in the figure, a firing effect sound such as “pea” is output once. Thus, an effect is produced in which a firing effect sound is output each time a game ball is fired.

  As for the firing effect sound, as shown in FIG. 13, the normal firing effect sound is basically selected and output, and, for example, a variable display that is a jackpot display result of a probability variation jackpot executed in a probability variation state (high probability state). When a specific condition such as a lottery result of “execution” or a “running” lottery result is satisfied by the launch effect lottery (a lottery result of either “execute” or “do not execute”) is satisfied, the jackpot display result The special firing effect sound is selected and output over a specific period such as a period from the time of the fluctuation display (hereinafter, sometimes referred to as jackpot fluctuation display) to the end of the jackpot display effect. In this way, the special firing effect sound is used as a special firing effect that can identify the type of jackpot called a probable jackpot.

  In FIG. 13, in the high probability state (probability variation state), the effect control for outputting the normal firing effect sound is performed every time the game ball is detected to be released, and the determination result is “disconnected” by the jackpot determination. After the fluctuation display that is the result of disagreement display is executed, it becomes the big hit judgment result by the big hit judgment and the judgment result as the big hit type of the “probable big hit” becomes the big hit display result of the probable big hit The state where the fluctuation display is executed is shown.

  Then, in FIG. 13, the launch effect sound selection target is selected based on the fact that the launch effect lottery is executed and the second result of the lottery is “execute” during the variable display that is the jackpot display result of the probability variation jackpot. Is controlled to change to a special launch effect sound, and a launch effect of outputting a special launch effect sound is performed each time a launch of a game ball is detected. After the lottery result of the launch effect lottery becomes “execute”, each time a game ball is fired, a special launch effect that can identify the type of jackpot is executed, and the type of advantageous state by the launch effect Can be expected to be identified.

  The launch effect that outputs the special launch effect sound is executed until the jackpot display effect called the fanfare effect is completed. Such a launch effect that outputs a special launch effect sound is executed on the condition that it has been determined that it will be a promising big hit in a high probability state, and is called probable big hit when a game ball is fired. It is an effect that can identify the type of big hit (type of advantageous state). Since the firing effect that outputs the special firing effect sound is continuously executed over a period until the end of the jackpot display effect, it is possible to suppress the player from noticing that the firing effect has been executed. .

  Then, after the jackpot display effect ends, effect control is performed to change the selection target of the fire effect sound to the normal fire effect sound, and the normal fire effect sound is output from the start of the effect during each round. .

  In this way, in this embodiment, by executing a firing effect that can specify the type of jackpot by outputting a special firing effect sound, it is possible to increase the player's expectation regarding the advantageous state, The interest of launching can be improved.

  In this embodiment, when the variable display that is the jackpot display result in the high probability state is executed, the effect display for displaying the image for executing the battle effect as the special effect is performed on the effect display device 9. In the battle effect, an effect in which a friend character 71 who becomes a player's ally and an enemy character 72 who becomes an enemy of the player confront each other is executed, and as a result of the variable display, a high probability state (probability state) When the player character 71 is in a state advantageous to the player, an effect that results in an effect that the teammate character 71 wins the enemy character 72 is executed, and a normal big hit results in a low probability state (non-probability change state). When the player is in an unfavorable state, an effect that results in an effect that the teammate character 71 is defeated by the enemy character 72 is executed.

  Thus, the battle effect as a special effect in this embodiment is an effect that is executed when a variable display that is a jackpot display result is executed in a probable change state. It is an effect that can be specified to be a big hit game state before being controlled to the big hit game state. In addition, such a battle effect is an effect in which whether or not a high probability state (probability change state) is set, that is, whether or not a big hit type such as a probability change big hit or a normal big hit can be specified by the effect result.

  Note that the special effects are not limited to battle effects as long as they can specify an advantageous state, and a mission effect (for example, a player who can satisfy a preset condition (mission)) can be achieved. Other effects such as an effect that is controlled in an advantageous state), a notice effect (for example, a jackpot notice effect for notifying that a jackpot display result will be obtained), and a reach effect may be used. In addition, as a special effect, a simple effect that simply changes the background image of the effect symbol may be used as long as it is an effect that can specify an advantageous state.

  Further, the battle effect as a special effect is not necessarily executed when the variable display that is the jackpot display result in the probability change state, but is executed at a predetermined ratio based on, for example, a lottery or the like. Also good. Further, the battle effect as the special effect may be executed at a specific rate even when the jackpot display result is obtained in the uncertain change state. In that case, the special effect may be executed at a selection ratio of probability variation state> non-probability variation state.

  Next, a specific example of effect control using the effect display device 9 and the speaker 27 when the special firing effect sound as shown in FIG. 13 is output will be described.

  FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating a display image of the effect display device 9 and an output sound of the speaker 27 as an example of effect control in which a special firing effect sound is output during the battle effect.

  When the variation display is performed in the probability variation state and the result is a jackpot display result, as shown in (A), after reaching the reach state by the left, middle and right effect symbols 91, 92 and 93 during the variation display, The middle and right performance symbols 91, 92, and 93 are reduced and moved to the corners of the screen, and as shown in (B) to (D), a teammate character 71 and an enemy character 72 with weapons appear. A battle production is performed in which the character battles with a weapon.

  FIG. 14 shows an example in which the variation display result is a jackpot display result (odd symbols with a flat pattern) that is a probable variation jackpot. In the effect display device 9, the teammate character 71 is once defeated as shown in (C). After the likely image is displayed, the image is reversed and the image that the teammate character 71 wins is displayed as a production result as shown in (D), and the jackpot display result that becomes the probable big hit as shown in (E) is displayed. Is displayed. In the battle effect, when an image where the ally character 71 wins is displayed as the effect result, it is specified that the probability variation jackpot is achieved. On the other hand, in the battle effect, when an image in which the teammate character 71 is defeated is displayed as the effect result, it is specified that it is usually a big hit.

  When a game ball is fired during such a variation display in which a battle effect is executed, a launch effect that outputs a special fire effect sound is executed each time the fire ball detection sensor 505 detects the launch of the game ball. A launch effect lottery for determining whether or not to perform is performed in the effect control microcomputer 100.

  In FIG. 14, as shown in (A), (B), and (C), the launch effect lottery is performed three times, and the lottery result is “execute” in the third lottery. Control is performed in which the sound changes from the normal firing effect sound to the special firing effect sound. FIG. 14 shows that the effect control for outputting the special firing effect sound is performed in response to the detection of the launch of the game ball at the stage where the effect result of the battle effect as in (C) has not yet been determined. .

  In the present embodiment, in a high probability state, a battle effect as a special effect is executed in a variable display when it is determined to be a probable big hit or a normal big hit. It becomes possible to specify. Furthermore, when a promising big hit is made in a high probability state, a special directing effect sound is output so that the type of big hit can be specified. Therefore, even if it is specified that an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state is obtained by executing the battle effect, it is possible to suppress the player from stopping the game medium. And, in terms of the probability of a big hit after a big hit, it is possible to specify that the advantage for the player is a probable big hit that is higher than the normal big hit by the launch effect using the special launch effect sound. More expectation can be given to the player.

  Also, when it is determined that a battle effect is executed and a big hit is made, if the game ball is fired during the variable display, even if the effect result of the battle effect displayed on the effect display device 9 is not fixed, Since there is a possibility that a special launch effect may be executed, it may be possible to specify a promising big hit by the launch effect. Thereby, the launching operation of the game ball by the player can be promoted. Moreover, since the launch effect lottery is continuously executed until the jackpot display effect ends when the lottery result for executing the special launch effect is not output, the special launch effect sound is not output during the variable display. However, if a game ball is fired during the jackpot display effect, a special launch effect sound that can identify the type of jackpot will be output based on the launch effect lottery. A feeling can be heightened and the launching operation of the game ball by the player can be further promoted.

  Note that, as the special launch effect sound, a special launch effect output from a plurality of types of special launch effect sounds may be selected and output. For example, if there are a plurality of types of jackpots to be subjected to special launch effects, a different special launch effect sound may be selected for each jackpot type. For example, when a 10-round probability variation jackpot is provided and a 10-round probability variation jackpot is executed, if the 10-round probability variation jackpot is executed, the first special firing effect sound is output and the 15-round probability variation jackpot is executed. When this is done, the second special launch effect sound may be output.

  Further, the special launch effect that outputs the special launch effect sound may be executed over the entire period during which the special effect such as the battle effect is being executed, and the special effect is being executed. During a part of the period during which the special performance is being executed, such as either the first half or the second half of the period, or the beginning, middle or end of the period during which the special presentation is being executed As long as it is executed.

  In addition, when the firing effect lottery is executed by the effect control microcomputer 100, for example, an effect display device that displays an effect image indicating that the firing effect lottery is executed every time when the firing effect sound is output. 9 may be executed. In this way, the player's sense of expectation can be further enhanced.

  Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer 100 as effect control means will be described.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing the effect control main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 100 (specifically, the effect control CPU 101) mounted on the effect control board 80.

  The effect control CPU 101 starts executing the effect control main process when the power is turned on. In the effect control main process, first, an initialization process is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (S701). ). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (S702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. In the effect control main process, if the timer interrupt flag is set, the effect control CPU 101 clears the flag (S703) and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 first analyzes the received effect control command and sets a flag (a flag such as a reception flag indicating that each command has been received) according to the received effect control command. Etc. (command analysis processing: S704). Next, the effect control CPU 101 performs effect control process processing (S705). In the effect control process, in order to perform various effects such as a change display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 9 in accordance with the contents of the effect control command analyzed in S704, the current control among the processes corresponding to the control state is performed. A process corresponding to the state (effect control process flag) is selected and the effect control is executed.

  Next, a random number update process is executed to update the count value of a counter for generating various random numbers such as a random number for determining the stop symbol of the effect symbol and a random number for determining the selection of various effect contents (S706). Further, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the combined hold storage display unit 18c is executed (S707). In the process of S707, a process of causing the reserved storage to appear on the total reserved storage display unit 18c is executed in response to the occurrence of the reserved storage. Thereafter, the process proceeds to S702.

  By executing such effect control main processing, the effect control microcomputer 100 transmits the effect display device 9, various lamps, and the like according to the effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 560 and received. By controlling the production device such as the speaker 27, various production controls according to the gaming state are performed.

  FIG. 16 is an explanatory diagram showing random numbers used in the effect control board 80. Each random number is counted at the timing and number of updates set for each random number in the random number update process of S706. FIG. 16 shows the type of random number, the counting range, and the usage.

  As shown in FIG. 16, in this embodiment, on the side of the effect control board 80, a random number value SR1-1 for determining the left stop symbol of the effect symbol and a random value SR1-2 for determining the middle stop symbol of the effect symbol The numerical data indicating the random number value SR1-3 for determining the right stop symbol of the effect design and the random value SR2 for determining the special firing effect are controlled to be countable. In addition, in order to improve a production effect, random numbers other than these may be used.

  Each of such random numbers SR1-1 to SR2 is generated by counting of a random counter that updates the count value by software in the production control microcomputer 100, and each is within the range associated in FIG. It is cyclically updated and used as a random number by being extracted at a timing determined for each.

  FIG. 17 is a diagram showing a special firing effect determination table used for determining whether or not to execute a special firing effect in a tabular format. The special launch effect determination table shown in FIG. 17 is stored in the ROM 102 of the effect control board 80.

  In FIG. 17, the random number SR2 (1 to 90) for determining the special launch effect is assigned to “execute” and “not execute” at a predetermined ratio. In FIG. 17, the allocated SR2 value is indicated by the number of allocated elements. When the variation display that is a probability variation jackpot is performed in the highly probable variation state (probability variation state), the rendering control microcomputer 100 extracts the random number SR2 for determining the special firing effect every time the game ball is detected to be launched. Based on the extracted value, it is determined whether or not to execute the special firing effect that outputs the special firing effect sound, using the special firing effect determination table of FIG.

  In the special launch effect determination table of FIG. 17, the ratio for determining “execute” is fixedly determined, but the ratio for selecting “execute” varies with the passage of time during the variable display. As described above, the data of the special launch effect determination table may be set. More specifically, as the special launch effect determination table, the first special launch effect determination table for selecting “execute” in the first half in one variation display and the “execute” in the second half in the variation display are selected. For example, the ratio of selecting “execute” in the second special launch effect determination table used in the second half is set to “execute” in the first special launch effect determination table used in the first half. It may be set higher than the ratio of selecting “Yes”. In this way, by changing the ratio of selecting “execute” between the first half and the second half, even if the special launch production sound is not output in the first half, the special launch production sound is produced in the second half rather than the first half. Since it is easy to output, it is possible to make the player think that the game ball is continuously fired.

  In addition, for example, a pachinko game set so that a probability variation big hit of 10 rounds and a probability variation big hit of 15 rounds can be selected as an advantageous variation big hit as an advantageous state in which a game ball can win a big winning opening. In the machine, the data of the special firing effect determination table may be set so that the ratio of selecting “execute” varies depending on the type of probability variation big hit. More specifically, as the special launch effect determination table, when the 10th round probability variation jackpot is determined, the first special launch effect determination table that selects “execute” and when the 15th round probability variation jackpot is determined. Is provided with a second special launch effect determination table for selecting “execute”, and by selectively using these tables, data may be set so that the ratio of selecting “execute” is different.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (S705) in the effect control main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 101 performs the prefetching notice process in S400 and the launch effect process in S500, and then performs any one of S800 to S807 according to the value of the effect control process flag. Do. In each process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 9 is controlled to realize the variable display of the effect symbols. Control related to the change display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the effect is also executed in one effect control process.

  Pre-reading notice process (S400): Determination of whether or not to perform a pre-reading notice effect and processing such as determining the pre-reading notice effect mode when executing the pre-reading notice are performed.

  Launching effect process (S500): A process for executing a launching effect that outputs a firing effect sound each time a launch of a game ball is detected. The specific processing content of S500 will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (S800): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command is received from the game control microcomputer 560. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the variation pattern command reception flag set in the command analysis process is set. If the variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is changed to a value corresponding to the effect symbol variation start process (S801).

  Effect symbol variation start processing (S801): Control is performed so that variation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) is started. Further, the stop symbol (display result) of the effect symbol is determined based on a random number for determining the stop symbol of the effect symbol. In response to the received variation pattern command, an effect pattern at the time of variation display of the effect symbol is selected, and the timing of the variation display time timer for timing the variation time of the variation display to be executed is started. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (S802).

  Production symbol variation processing (S802): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern and monitors whether or not the variation time counted by the variation display time timer has ended. Then, based on the fact that the fluctuation time has ended or that an effect control command (symbol confirmation designation command) for instructing all symbols to stop is received, the value of the effect control process flag is effected to end the variable display. It is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol variation stop process (S803).

  Effect symbol variation stop processing (S803): Control is performed to stop variation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) and derive and display the display result (stop symbol) of the variation display. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the jackpot display process (S804) or the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S800).

  Big hit display process (S804): After the end of the variation time, display control such as a fanfare effect (also referred to as a big hit display effect) as an effect such as a big hit display for notifying the effect display device 9 of the occurrence of a big hit is performed. Do. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit game processing (S805).

  In-round processing (S805): Display control during round is performed. If the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round has not ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the post-round processing (S806). If the final round has ended, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the big hit end process (S807).

  Post-round processing (S806): Display control between rounds is performed. If the round start condition is satisfied, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the in-round processing (S805).

  Big hit end effect processing (S807): In the effect display device 9, display control is performed to notify the player that the big hit game state has ended. Then, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S800).

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the effect symbol variation start process (S801) in the effect control process. In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 performs the following process.

  In the effect symbol variation start process, the effect control CPU 101 confirms whether or not the variation display result is determined to be off (S601). Whether or not it is determined to be out of place is determined by, for example, whether or not a display result 1 designation command is stored in the display result specifying command storage area. Note that whether or not it is determined to be out of play may be confirmed based on a change pattern command that can specify whether or not to make a big hit. If it is determined to be off, it is confirmed whether a command corresponding to the non-reach fluctuation pattern is received as the fluctuation pattern command (S602). Whether or not a command corresponding to the non-reach variation pattern has been received is determined by, for example, data stored in the variation pattern command storage area.

  When it is determined that the command corresponding to the non-reach variation pattern has been received, the effect control CPU 101 uses the predetermined error symbol determination data table to determine a stop symbol that does not become a reach of the effect symbol ( The process proceeds to S604) and S616. In the loss symbol determination data table, the numerical data of SR1-1 to SR1-3 are associated with each of a plurality of types of effect symbols. In the process of S604, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and extracted using the detachable symbol determination data table stored in the ROM of the production control microcomputer 100. The symbols corresponding to the numerical data thus determined are determined as combinations of stop symbols that result in the variation display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols. In this way, when determining the combination of non-reach off symbols, the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number coincides with a combination of chance big hit symbols (probability big hit symbol combination, sudden probability big hit symbol combination, Each stop symbol is determined by correction (for example, correction by shifting the right symbol by one symbol) so that it becomes a combination of missing symbols, or the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number becomes a reach symbol accidentally In this case, each stop symbol is determined by correcting (for example, correcting the right symbol by one symbol) so as to be a combination of non-reach off symbols.

  When it is determined in step S602 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (when it is determined that the pattern is a reach variation pattern), the effect control CPU 101 determines a stop symbol of the effect symbols constituting the reach combination (S605). The process proceeds to S616. In the process of S605, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from each of SR1-1 to SR1-3 at a predetermined timing, and the symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from SR1-1 is extracted using the loss symbol determination data table. A symbol corresponding to a random number that matches the counter value extracted from SR1-2 is determined as a stop symbol of the middle symbol, which is determined as a stop symbol of each of the left and right effect symbols forming the reach state. In this case as well, when the symbol combination is accidentally a combination of symbols, the stop symbols are determined by correcting the symbols so that they become a combination of symbols that are out of place (for example, correction for shifting the middle symbol by one symbol).

  If it is not determined to be off (S601), the effect control CPU 101 determines a stop symbol of the effect symbols constituting the winning symbol combination according to the type of the big hit (S603), and proceeds to S616. .

In S603, the winning symbol combination is determined according to the winning type as follows.
The effect control CPU 101 determines whether or not the display result 2 designation command, the display result 3 designation command, and the display result 4 designation command are stored in the display result specifying command storage area. The type of is determined.

  When it is determined that a normal big hit is determined, a normal big hit symbol determination table is used, and a combination of normal big hit symbols (for example, even numbers such as “2, 2, 2” for the left, middle and right) The combination of any one of the above-mentioned items is selected and determined. In the normal jackpot symbol determination table, each numerical data of SR1-1 is associated with each of a plurality of predetermined types of normal jackpot symbols. When determining a combination of probabilistic jackpot symbols, numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and using a normal jackpot symbol determination table, a symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is combined with a normal jackpot symbol combination. Is determined as a combination of stop symbols of the left, middle and right effect symbols. The symbol determined in this way is used as a final stop symbol which is a variation display result before being controlled to the big hit gaming state.

  When it is determined that it is decided to make a probable big hit, using a probable big hit symbol determination table, an odd combination such as “7, 7, 7” is set for the probable big hit symbol (for example, left, middle, right The combination of any one of the above-mentioned items is selected and determined. In the probability variation big hit symbol determination table, each of the numerical data of SR1-1 is associated with each of a plurality of predetermined probability variation big hit symbols. When determining the combination of probability variation jackpot symbols, the numerical data (random numbers) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and the symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is combined with the combination of probability variation jackpot symbols using the probability variation jackpot design table. Is determined as a combination of stop symbols of the left, middle and right effect symbols. The symbol determined in this way is used as a final stop symbol which is a variation display result before being controlled to the big hit gaming state.

  Further, when the effect control CPU 101 determines that it has been determined to make a surprise big hit, the combination of the sudden big hit symbols (for example, “1, 3 for the left, middle, and right” is used). , 5 ") is selected and determined. In the accuracy symbol determination table, each numerical data of SR1-1 is associated with each of a plurality of types of accuracy symbol combinations. When determining the combination of the winning big hit symbol, numerical data (random number) is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and the symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is configured using the winning symbol determination table. The combination of the stop symbol of the left, middle and right effect symbols is determined. In the case of a big hit, the symbols may be replaced after the reach symbol combination is displayed once. At that time, the reach symbol is extracted from SR1-1 at a predetermined timing, and numerical data (random number) is extracted from the normal jackpot symbol determination table. The symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is used as the left and right of the reach symbol. It is determined as a combination of the production symbols.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 executes effect setting processing for setting the effect pattern (S616). In the effect setting process, whether or not to execute the battle effect and the effect contents when executing the battle effect are determined. Details of the effect setting process will be described later.

  Next, the effect control pattern is set to one of a plurality of types of effect control patterns (S617). The production control CPU 101 stores the design variation control pattern table in accordance with the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command and the various production control (production operation) patterns designated by the production pattern determined in the process of S616. Of the plurality of types of stored symbol variation control patterns, one of the effect control patterns corresponding to the specified various effect operation patterns is selected and determined as a use pattern.

  In the control pattern table stored in the ROM of the production control microcomputer 100, for example, the production in the period from the start of the production symbol variation display until the final production of the finalized design symbol is stopped. Various display operations such as a variation display operation of an effect symbol in a display area of the display device 9, an effect display operation in a reach effect, an effect display operation in a pseudo-ream or slip effect, an effect display operation in a notice effect, and an effect display operation in a battle effect A plurality of types of data indicating the control contents of the rendering operation are stored as symbol variation control patterns. 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 Slip refers to an effect display in which the symbol is slid from the predicted stop position immediately before the symbol stops in the variable display.

  In addition, each symbol variation control pattern is, for example, an effect symbol variation display such as an effect control process timer setting value, an effect control process timer determination value, an effect display control data, voice control data, lamp control data, and an end code. The control data for controlling the various types of performance operations is included, and the contents of the various types of performance control, the timing of switching the performance control, and the like are set in time series. As the symbol variation control pattern table, a symbol control pattern table composed of control data for controlling the effect operation of the effect symbol, and a control for controlling the effect operation of the notice effect different from the effect operation of the effect symbol By providing a notice control pattern table made up of data and using a combination of control data for controlling the effect operation of these effect symbols and control data for controlling the effect operation of the notice effect, one symbol variation You may comprise so that the production | presentation operation | movement similar to the case where the production | presentation operation of a symbol and the production | presentation operation of a notice may be performed with a control pattern table. Such a configuration may also be applied to an effect display operation by a pseudo-ream or slip effect and an effect display operation in a battle effect.

  Next, the effect control CPU 101 selects a process table corresponding to the effect control pattern selected in S617 (S618). Then, a process timer (effect setting process timer) in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (S619).

  When the CPU 101 for effect control executes the process of S619, the effect device (the effect display device 9 as an effect part) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound number data 1). Then, the control of the various lamps as the production component and the speaker 27 as the production component is started (S620). For example, in accordance with the display control execution data, an instruction is output to the VDP 109 in order to display an image (including an effect symbol) corresponding to the variation pattern on the effect display device 9. In addition, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp driver board 35 in order to perform on / off control of various lamps. In addition, a control signal (sound number data) is output to the sound output board 70 in order to output sound from the speaker 27.

  Then, a value corresponding to the variation time specified by the variation pattern command is set in the variation time timer (S621), and the value of the effect control process flag is set to a value corresponding to the effect symbol changing process (S802) (S622). ).

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the aforementioned effect setting process (S616). In the effect setting process, the effect control CPU 101 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a high probability state (S720).

  The effect control CPU 101 stores probability variation state data indicating that the current state is a certain probability variation state (high probability state) in the RAM 103 when the probability variation state designation command is received. In addition, when the above-mentioned time reduction state designation command is received, time reduction state data indicating that the current time reduction state is stored in the RAM 103. Then, the probability variation state data and the time reduction state data stored in the RAM 103 when the above-described normal state designation command is received are cleared. Thereby, the CPU 101 for effect control can recognize whether or not the current state is the probability variation state based on whether or not the probability variation state data is stored, and whether or not the time reduction state data is stored. It is possible to recognize whether or not the current state is a short time state.

  In S720, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a high probability state based on whether or not the above-described probability variation state data is stored. Next, based on the type of display result command received corresponding to the current variation display, it is determined whether or not it is determined to be a probable big hit (S721). For example, when the display result 3 designation command is received, it is determined that it is determined to be a probable big hit. If it is possible to specify the probability variation big hit with the variation pattern command, it may be determined whether or not the probability variation big hit is determined based on the received variation pattern command.

  If it is determined in S721 that it is not determined to be a promiscuous big hit, it is determined whether or not a normal big hit is determined based on the type of display result command received corresponding to the current fluctuation display. Determination is made (S722). For example, when a display result 2 designation command is received, it is determined that it is normally determined to be a big hit. If it is determined in S722 that it is not determined to be a big hit, the process is terminated. In addition, when it is possible to specify the normal big hit by the fluctuation pattern command, it may be determined whether or not the normal big hit is determined based on the received fluctuation pattern command.

  If it is determined in S721 that it is determined to be a probable big hit, it is determined to execute the battle effect of the effect pattern that is the effect result that the teammate character 71 wins (S723), and the process ends. Further, when it is determined in S722 that it is determined to be a normal jackpot, it is determined to execute the battle effect of the effect pattern that results in the effect that the ally character 71 is defeated (S724), and the process is terminated. .

  According to such an effect setting process, when the display result of the variable display in the high probability state becomes a jackpot display result of a probable big hit or a normal big hit, a battle effect as shown in FIG. 14 is performed based on the determination in S723 or S724. When the result is executed and the jackpot display result is a promising jackpot, the effect that the teammate character 71 wins is performed in the battle effect, and when the result is the normal jackpot display result, the effect that the teammate character 71 is defeated is performed in the battle effect. It will be.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the above-described launch effect process (S500). In the firing effect process, the effect control CPU 101 performs the following process. First, it is determined whether or not a special launch effect flag or a lottery flag is set (S501).

  The special launch effect flag is a flag that specifies that the execution of the special launch effect is determined, and is set when the execution of the special launch effect is determined (S511), and the jackpot display It is reset at the end of the production (S506). In addition, the lottery flag is a flag that specifies that a lottery condition for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect is satisfied, and is still special when displaying the fluctuation of the probable big hit in the high probability state. It is set when the firing effect is not executed (S504), and is reset when it is decided to execute the special firing effect or when the jackpot display effect ends (S512, S506).

  If it is determined in S501 that the special launch effect flag or the lottery flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a high-probability state as in S720 of the effect setting process (S502). When it is determined in S502 that the state is not a high probability state (when the state is a low probability state), the process proceeds to S507 described later. On the other hand, if it is determined in S502 that the state is in a high probability state, the value of the current effect control flag indicates the effect symbol changing process (S802), and the display result 3 specifies that the probability change big hit is made. By determining whether or not a designated command has been received, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a variable display time that is a display result of a probable big hit (S503).

  If it is determined in S503 that the display is not a variable display that is a display result of the probability variation big hit, the process proceeds to S507 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S503 that the display is a variation display that is a display result of the probability variation big hit, a lottery flag is set (S504), and the process proceeds to S507. Thereby, when the special firing effect is not yet executed at the time of the fluctuation display of the probability variation big hit in the high probability state, it becomes possible to execute the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special firing effect.

  When it is determined in S501 that the special launch effect flag or the lottery flag is set, the current value of the effect control flag indicates whether or not the current in-round process (S805) is indicated. It is determined whether or not the game state is at the end of the jackpot display effect (that is, when the value of the effect control flag is changed to a value indicating the process during the round at the end of the jackpot display processing in S804) (S505). . When it is determined in S505 that the big hit display effect is not finished, the process proceeds to S507 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S505 that the big hit display effect is over, the set flag of the special firing effect flag or the lottery flag is reset (S506), and the process proceeds to S507.

  In S507, it is determined whether or not the game ball is being launched (when launch is detected) (S507). Whether or not the game ball is being launched (when launch is detected) in S507 is determined based on whether or not a reception flag indicating that the launch notification command has been received is set in the command analysis process (S704). If it is determined in S507 that the game ball has not been detected, the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S507 that the game ball has been detected, it is determined whether or not the lottery flag is set after resetting the reception flag indicating that the launch notification command has been received, although not shown. Determination is made (S508).

  If it is determined in S508 that the lottery flag is not set, the process proceeds to S513 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S508 that the lottery flag is set, the random value SR2 for determining the special launch effect is extracted, and the special launch effect determination table (FIG. 17) is used according to the extracted value. Then, a lottery process for selecting and determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect is performed (S509).

  Next, it is determined whether or not it has been determined in the lottery process in S509 that a special launch effect is to be executed (S510). When it is determined in S510 that it is determined not to execute the special launch effect, the process proceeds to S513 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S510 that it is determined that the special firing effect is executed, the special firing effect flag is set (S511), the lottery flag is reset (S512), and the process proceeds to S513. It should be noted that the lottery flag may be reset at the end of the variable display or when the winning / losing result is notified in the battle effect (for example, as shown in FIG. 14D).

  In the firing effect process, regardless of what state the gaming state is, when it is determined in S507 that the game ball is being launched, the process proceeds to S513, and depending on the gaming state according to S513 to S515. Processing for executing the launch effect is performed. Thereby, whenever a game ball is launched, a launch effect is executed.

  In S513, it is determined whether or not a special launch effect flag is set (S513). If it is determined in S513 that the special firing effect flag is not set, a process for executing a firing effect using the normal firing effect sound is performed (S514), and the firing effect process is terminated. Thereby, for example, a firing effect that outputs a normal firing effect sound as shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B is executed. On the other hand, when it is determined in S513 that the special launch effect flag is set, a process for executing the launch effect using the special launch effect sound is performed (S515), and the launch effect process is terminated. Thereby, for example, a launch effect (special launch effect) for outputting a special launch effect sound as shown in FIGS. 14C to 14E is executed.

  In the firing effect process described above, each time a game ball is fired, a firing effect that outputs a normal firing effect sound or a special firing effect sound is executed based on the process of S514 or S515. The special firing effect sound can be output based on the lottery result of the lottery performed in S509 performed each time the game ball is fired when the variable display which is the display result of the probable big hit in the high probability state is executed. When a lottery result is “executed” in the lottery, the game ball is output every S515 during the period up to the end of the jackpot display effect determined in S505. In a period other than such a period, a normal firing effect sound is output by S514 every time a game ball is fired.

  The start period of the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect (also the period for executing the special launch effect) is not limited to the start of the variable display that is the target for executing the special launch effect. You may make it start from the time (for example, time of the start of a battle effect, etc.) when predetermined timing passed from the time of the start of the fluctuation | variation display used as the object which performs the said special launch effect.

  In addition, the end of the lottery period for determining whether or not to execute the special firing effect (also the period for executing the special firing effect) is not limited to the end of the jackpot display effect, but also at the start of the jackpot display effect. Of course, the jackpot display effect may be in the middle of execution. The final period of the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect (also the period for executing the special launch effect) is a predetermined period during display of the variable display that can execute the special launch effect. It may be a timing (for example, a predetermined timing in the middle of a battle effect).

  The final period of the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special firing effect (also the period for executing the special firing effect) is a specific timing (for example, a predetermined number of rounds) during the execution of the round process (S805). Or a predetermined timing during execution of the post-round processing (S806) (for example, timing between predetermined rounds (interval period)), or the execution of the jackpot end effect processing (S807) It may be a specific timing in the middle (for example, a specific timing before execution of the effect in the case where an effect for informing whether or not the subsequent gaming state becomes a high probability state in the big hit end effect).

  For pachinko machines that can be executed by selecting multiple types of jackpots with different numbers of rounds as the type of jackpot, the performance during the round during the jackpot game control, the performance between rounds, or the performance of the jackpot end effect A lottery to decide whether or not to execute a special launch effect at a medium timing, and when performing a special launch effect, suggesting some number of rounds as a notification that suggests the type of jackpot by the special launch effect Notification may be executed.

  In addition, the start of the execution period of the special launch effect is not limited to the detection of game ball launch immediately after the timing at which the special launch effect is determined in the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect. It starts when a game ball is detected to be released immediately after a predetermined period of time has elapsed since the decision to execute (for example, a timing after execution of an effect during a predetermined period that suggests that a special firing effect sound is output). You may make it do.

  Further, the end of the execution period of the special launch effect is not limited to the end of the jackpot display effect, but may be at the start of the jackpot display effect or during the execution of the jackpot display effect. Moreover, the predetermined timing (for example, the predetermined timing in the middle of a battle effect) during the display of the fluctuation | variation display which can perform a special launch effect may be sufficient.

  Further, the end of the execution period of the special launch effect may be a specific timing during execution of the round process (S805) (for example, a timing during the execution of a round effect of a predetermined number of rounds), and the post-round process (S806) is being executed. Specific timing (for example, timing between predetermined rounds), or a specific timing (for example, whether or not the subsequent gaming state in the jackpot end effect is a high probability state in the jackpot end effect processing). It may be a specific timing before execution of the effect when the effect to be notified is executed.

  Further, the period for performing the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect and the execution period for the special launch effect may be the same period or different periods. For example, the end of the lottery that decides whether or not to execute the special launch effect is until the display result of the variable display subject to the special launch effect is derived, and the execution period of the special launch effect is the end of the jackpot display process As in time, the lottery period may be different from the execution period of the special launch effect.

  In addition, an example is shown in which the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect can be executed when it is determined in S503 that the variable display that is a probable big hit is being executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is determined whether or not the battle effect in which the effect result is victory is being executed in S503, and it is determined that the battle effect in which the effect result is win is being executed. May be set to be executable.

  In addition, although the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special launch effect is shown once every time one game ball is detected, the lottery is not limited to this. For example, two or three It may be performed once each time a plurality of such game balls are detected. Further, the lottery for determining whether or not to execute the special firing effect is executed once every time a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses from the start of the variable display that is the target for executing the special firing effect. As described above, it may be performed at a predetermined cycle.

  Further, in this embodiment, the special launch effect is executed based on the lottery result of the lottery that determines whether or not to execute the special launch effect from the start of the variable display that is the target for executing the special launch effect. An example is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is possible to execute the special firing effect before the start of the variable display for which the special firing effect is to be executed or after a specific time from the start without performing such a lottery. It may be possible.

  Further, in this embodiment, when it is determined to execute the special firing effect output by the lottery in S509, the control for outputting the special firing effect sound is performed every time when a game ball is fired thereafter. showed that. However, when it is determined to execute the special firing effect output by the lottery in S509, control for outputting the special firing effect sound is performed only when the next one game ball is detected to be launched. Good. When such control is performed, the lottery in S509 is performed each time a game ball is detected after the decision to execute the special launch effect in which the special firing effect sound is output by the lottery in S509. Then, it is desirable to execute the special firing effect every time it is determined to execute the special firing effect that outputs the special firing effect sound based on the lottery result.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the example which becomes executable only when the special launch effect is a probable big hit in a high probability state is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a special firing effect can be executed at a predetermined rate (for example, a rate smaller than a lottery rate at which a special firing effect is executed when a promising big hit is achieved) even when a normal big hit. (For example, a lottery for determining to execute at a predetermined rate is performed).

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the example which becomes executable only when the special launch effect is a probable big hit in a high probability state is shown. However, it is not limited to this, and a special launch is performed at a predetermined rate (for example, a rate smaller than a lottery rate for executing a special launch effect when a probabilistic big hit is achieved in a high probability variation state) even when the probability variation is a big probability in a low probability state An effect may be made executable (for example, a lottery for determining to execute at a predetermined rate is performed). In addition, special launch effects can be executed at a predetermined rate (for example, a rate smaller than the lottery rate at which a special launch effect is executed when a probable big hit is achieved) when the special launch effect is a normal jackpot in a low probability state. (For example, a lottery that decides to execute at a predetermined rate is performed).

  Also, when the special firing effect is a probable big hit or normal big hit in the low base state, a predetermined ratio is displayed during the fluctuation display (for example, the special firing effect is executed when the probable big hit or normal big hit is made in the high base state. The special launch effect may be executable at a ratio less than the lottery ratio (for example, a lottery that determines to execute at a predetermined ratio is performed). In this case, it is only necessary to provide a notification that suggests that it will be a big hit by a special launch effect.

  Also, when the special firing effect is a probable big hit in the low base state, a predetermined ratio during the variable display (for example, a ratio smaller than the lottery rate for executing the special firing effect when the promising big hit is in the high base state) ) May be made executable (for example, a lottery for determining to execute at a predetermined rate is performed). In this case, it is only necessary to provide a notification that suggests that it will be a promising big hit by a special launch effect.

  In addition, it is assumed that after the big hit game state, the high probability low base state is set to the high probability low base state. In the pachinko gaming machine provided with a latent state (latent mode) that does not notify whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state in both of the sudden big hit and the normal round hit of two rounds, in the latent state that is a low base state The special launch effect may be executed at a predetermined rate during the variable display that results in the display error. In this case, a notification that suggests that the current state is a probable state may be performed by a special launch effect.

  Further, in this embodiment, an example is shown in which the process of drawing whether or not to execute the launch effect in S509 when the launch of the game ball is detected based on the launch notification command in S507 is executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the process of lottering whether or not to execute the firing effect in S509 is detected when the touch of the player's hand is detected by the touch sensor provided on the hitting operation handle 5. You may make it perform based on a signal. Such a detection signal of the touch sensor may be directly input from the touch sensor to the effect control board 80, and a notification command (similar to the launch notification command) from the payout control board 37 via the main board 31. (Notification method command) may be input to the effect control board 80, or may be input from the payout control board 37 to the effect control board 80 without the main board 31.

  Further, in a pachinko gaming machine equipped with a ball striking device having a structure in which a solenoid is excited every certain time (for example, 0.6 seconds) to fire a game ball in response to an operation of the hit ball operation handle 5, A lottery for determining whether or not to execute a special firing effect may be executed at each timing according to the timing at which the solenoid is excited instead of the timing at which the firing is actually detected.

  The effect of outputting the special launch effect sound described above may be executed only in the big hit gaming state. In that case, the special firing effect sound that is output during the big hit gaming state, whether it becomes a probable change state, whether it becomes a high base state, whether it becomes a short time state, a big hit with a large number of rounds ( For example, information related to the big hit gaming state, such as whether or not it is a type of 15 round big hit, etc. may be notified in a identifiable manner.

  Further, the above-described effect of outputting the special launch effect sound may be executed only when it is determined that the big hit is made in the low base state.

  Further, the above-described effect of outputting the special firing effect sound may be executed only during execution of the special effect such as the battle effect described above.

  Moreover, when performing the effect which outputs a special firing effect sound based on the detection signal of a touch sensor as mentioned above, it is good also as a structure which does not provide the firing ball detection sensor 505.

  In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine provided with the above-described latent state (latent mode), for example, when a notification suggesting that the current state is a probabilistic state by an effect of outputting a special firing effect sound, Whether or not to output a special firing effect sound every time a predetermined number of fluctuation displays is executed is determined by a lottery at a predetermined selection ratio, and a special launch effect sound is selected when the selection is determined by the lottery. You may make it perform control to output.

  Moreover, in the pachinko gaming machine provided with the latent state (latent mode) as described above, as an example of performing a notification that suggests that the present is in a probable state by the effect of outputting the special firing effect sound, In addition, it may be applied to a pachinko gaming machine provided with a latent state (latent mode) that does not notify whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state in both of the big hit probability.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) As shown in S507 to S515 of FIG. 13, FIG. 14, and FIG. 21, a special firing effect that can identify the type of jackpot is executed by outputting a special firing effect sound, so that the advantageous state It is possible to increase the player's expectation on the game, and to improve the interest of launching.

  (2) As shown in FIG. 20, a battle effect is executed as a special effect that can be specified to be a big hit, and when the battle effect is executed, a special hit effect sound is output to output a big hit Since the launch effect that can specify the type is executed, if the game ball is fired, the type of the big hit can be specified by the special launch effect, so the execution of the battle effect can be an advantageous state like the big hit game state Even if specified, it is possible to suppress the player from stopping the game medium.

  (3) As shown in FIG. 3, the advantage for the player differs depending on the type of jackpot based on the probability of jackpot after jackpot, the number of times of opening, the opening time, etc. In this way, it is possible to specify that the probability of a big hit after a big hit is a probable big hit that is higher than the normal big hit by the player with a special directing sound. , The player can be expected more.

  (4) As shown in S507 to S515 of FIG. 13 and FIG. 21, each time a game ball is fired, a special firing effect that can specify the type of jackpot is executed. Can be expected to be identified.

  (5) As shown in S505 and S506 of FIG. 13 and FIG. 21, since the firing effect is continuously executed over the period until the end of the jackpot display effect, the player has executed the firing effect. It is possible to suppress not being noticed.

Next, modifications, feature points, and the like of the embodiment described above are listed below.
(1) In the above-described embodiment, the launch structure in which the game ball is launched from the lower side of the game area 7 and the game ball is driven into the game area 7 has been described. A launching structure in which a game ball is dropped into the game area 7 may be used. In that case, the launch of the game ball is detected above the game area 7.

  (2) In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, as a detecting means for detecting a game ball launched from the hit ball launching device, a detecting means for detecting the passage of the launched game ball, Any detection means may be used among the detection means for detecting the passage, the detection means for detecting the driving signal of the hit ball launching apparatus, and the detection means for detecting the control signal of the hit ball launching apparatus. Further, as the detection means for detecting the passage of the game ball, either a detection means for detecting the passage of the game ball with an optical method or a detection means for detecting the passage of the game ball with an electromagnetic method may be used.

  (3) In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the embodiment described above, as a launch effect including a special launch effect, an effect by a fire sound, an effect by an image display on the effect display device 9, and light emission by a light emitting means such as an LED Any one of the effects and the effects by the movable object, or the effects by any combination of these effects may be used.

  (4) In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, among the launch effects including the normal launch effect and the special launch effect, the effect control is performed such that the special launch effect is performed but the normal launch effect is not performed. It may be. That is, the launch effect may be executed only as a special launch effect.

  (5) In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, an example in which the type of jackpot (being a probable big hit) can be specified by a special launch effect has been shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it may be possible to specify that it is a big hit regardless of the type of the big hit by a special launch effect. Further, the number of rounds may be specified by making it possible to specify a big hit of 15 rounds out of a big hit of 2 rounds and a big hit of 15 rounds by a special launch effect. In addition, it is possible to specify the probability of 15 rounds and high probability among the 2 rounds of probable big hits, 15 rounds of normal big hits, and 15 rounds of probable big hits, and the number of rounds and jackpot probabilities May be specified. In addition, by special launch effects, it becomes a high probability high base state after a big hit of 2 rounds, a normal big hit of 15 rounds, a first positive big hit that becomes a high probability low base state after a big hit of 15 rounds, and a big hit of 15 rounds It may be possible to specify the number of rounds, the big hit probability, and the base by making it possible to specify 15 rounds, a high probability, and a high base among the second probability variation big hits.

  (6) When it is possible to specify that a big hit is made regardless of the type of jackpot by the special launch effect, the special launch effect can be executed even when the result is a missed display result, and the jackpot display result> the missed display result It is also possible to determine whether or not to execute the special launch effect at the selection ratio of the special launch effect and execute the special launch effect. In this way, it is possible to increase the expectation of jackpot in the player when the special launch effect is executed.

  (7) In the embodiment described above, the normal firing effect that outputs the normal firing effect sound and the special firing effect that outputs the special firing effect sound have been described as the firing effects. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as the firing effect, the normal firing effect may not be executed and the firing effect sound may not be output. That is, only the special launch effect may be executed as the launch effect.

  (8) The firing effect that outputs the normal firing effect sound or the special firing effect sound may be executed only when the special effect such as the battle effect is executed, or the special effect such as the battle effect. Not only when is executed, but also when a special effect is not executed and a big hit is made, it may be selected and executed at a predetermined selection ratio.

  (9) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the selection determination as to whether or not to execute the special firing effect that outputs the special firing effect sound is performed by lottery. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When the number of winning game balls in the variable display for which the special launch effect is to be executed is counted without performing such a lottery, and the number of winning prizes exceeds a predetermined number. In addition, it may be determined to execute the special launch effect.

  (10) Counting the number of winning game balls in the variable display for which the special launch effect is to be executed, and until the number of winning balls reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) or more, the lottery as described above. It may be determined whether or not to execute the special launch effect, and when the number of winning prizes reaches a predetermined number or more, it may be determined to execute the special launch effect without depending on the lottery. Also, the number of game balls won during the variable display for which the special launch effect is to be executed is counted, and until the number of wins reaches a predetermined number (for example, 10) or more, the special lottery is performed as described above. Decide whether or not to execute the firing effect, and execute the special firing effect when the ratio of “executed” lottery results by the lottery exceeds a predetermined ratio (for example, 30%) You may make it do.

  (11) In the above-described embodiment, in order to notify the microcomputer for effect control of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, and the presence or absence of the pseudo-continuous, Although an example of transmitting the variation pattern command has been shown, the variation 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 variable display based on the variable time derived from the combination of two commands. In the game control microcomputer, the change time is notified by each of the two commands, and a specific change mode executed at each timing is selected by the effect control microcomputer. Also good. When two commands are sent, the two commands may be transmitted within the same timer interrupt. After the first command is transmitted, a predetermined period elapses (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 appropriately changed. 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. In the configuration in which the change pattern is notified to the effect control microcomputer by two commands in this way, the determination result of the display result by the effect process at the time of winning in the second command after transmitting the first command, In addition, based on the fact that the prefetch determination information such as the variation pattern type is transmitted and the second command is received, the prefetch notice effect as shown in the above-described embodiment may be executed. Good.

  (12) In the above-described embodiment, the effect control board 80, the audio output board 70, and the lamp driver board 35 are provided as the boards on which the circuit for controlling the effect device is mounted. May be mounted on one substrate. Further, a first effect control board (display control board) on which a circuit for controlling the effect display device 9 and the like is mounted, and a circuit for controlling other effect devices (lamps, LEDs, speakers 27R, 27L, etc.) are mounted. Alternatively, two substrates, the second effect control substrate, may be provided.

  (13) In the above-described embodiment, the game control microcomputer 560 directly transmits a command to the effect control microcomputer 100. However, the game control microcomputer 560 is not connected to another board (for example, FIG. (Sound / lamp board having a function of a circuit mounted on the sound output board 70 and a function mounted on the lamp driver board 35 and a function of a circuit mounted on the lamp driver board 35). An effect control command may be transmitted and transmitted to the effect control microcomputer 100 on the effect control board 80 via another board. In that case, the command may simply pass through another board, or the sound output board 70, the lamp driver board 35, and the sound / lamp board are equipped with control means such as a microcomputer, and the control means receives the command. In response to this, control related to voice control and lamp control is executed, and the received command is changed as it is or, for example, to a simplified command to control the effect display device 9. You may make it transmit to. Even in that case, the effect control microcomputer 100 performs the display control in accordance with the effect control command received directly from the game control microcomputer 560 in the above-described embodiment. Display control can be performed in response to commands received from the board 35 or the sound / lamp board. In the case of such a configuration, various determinations performed by the production control microcomputer 100 in the above-described embodiment may be similarly performed by the production control microcomputer 100, or audio output is performed. Control means such as a microcomputer mounted on the board 70, the lamp driver board 35, or the sound / lamp board may be used.

  (14) 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.

  (15) 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.

  (16) The embodiment described above can also be applied to an apparatus such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer device or the like by a detachable recording medium, but a storage device that the computer device or the like has in advance. You may take the form that is distributed by pre-installing. 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 embodiment can be executed not only by executing a removable recording medium, but also 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.

  (17) In the above-described embodiment, an example in which a normal big hit of 15 rounds and a probable big hit of 15 rounds are provided as the big hit types. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a big hit type of three or more rounds may be provided, such as a big hit of 15 rounds, a big hit of 10 rounds, and a big hit of 5 rounds. In that case, for example, the big hit type is classified into a big hit type group (for example, a big hit of 15 rounds, a big hit of 10 rounds) and a big hit type group (for example, 5 rounds) where it is difficult to obtain a winning ball. And the second special symbol may be set so that the ratio of selecting the big hit type of the big hit type group in which the winning ball is easily obtained is higher than that of the first special symbol.

  (18) It should be understood that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. 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.

  7 gaming area, 1 pachinko machine, 560 microcomputer for game control, 100 microcomputer for effect control.

Claims (1)

A game is performed based on the fact that the game medium has been launched into the game area, the display result is derived by executing variable display, and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player,
Advantageous state selection means for selecting which of the plurality of advantageous states to control;
Advantageous state control means for controlling the advantageous state of the type selected by the advantageous state selection means;
And especially on the basis of the detected origination Isa game media, a special effect execution unit capable of executing the special effect,
The special effect is an effect suggesting that the variable state is controlled to the advantageous state after the variable display is executed, and the display result of the variable display after the variable display is started. It can be executed during the execution of the suggestion effect executed in a predetermined period during execution of the variable display until the derivation display is performed,
The execution pattern of the suggestion effect includes a first effect pattern that becomes a first effect result advantageous to the player, and a second effect pattern that becomes a second effect result that is more disadvantageous than the first effect result,
Wherein by the special effect is run, Ri identifiable der the type of the advantageous state of being selected by the advantageous condition selecting means,
A gaming machine in which a ratio selected when the special effect is executed during the execution of the suggestive effect based on detection of the launched game medium is lower than a ratio selected when the special effect is not executed .

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